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L. H. LANE, -
SATURDAY MORNING, SEPT. 30, 1876.
LOCAL AND STATE AFFAIRS.
Items sfUtsl Interest.
Peach season is over. It was brought to a
premature end by the big blow two weeks
ago.
The recent heavy rains have somewhat de
layed the seeding of wheat, the ground being
too wet to work.
Rev. H. A. Skinner will conduct Divine
Service and preach at St. AugustiDe, Bohemia
Manor, on Sunday, October 1st. at 3} p. m.
Mr. J. F. Eliason is improving the eastern
side of his house on Main street by replacing
the old weather-boarding with a new one of
different construction.
The "United Children of the Light," a col
ored organization, are going to have a grand
parade in this town next'Saturday. A large
number of lodges will participate.
Van Amburg's Circus retuned to Middle
town, from its trip down the State, on Sun.
day afiernoon, and spent the night here. On
Mom'gy morning it resumed its journey up
the co*nty.
Train. Delayed.
The trussel work over Hoffecker's mill pond,
near Smyrna, on the Delaware Railroad and
two culverts near Kirkwood were damaged
and broken by the floods on Sunday, causing
a considerable delay in the running of the
trains on Monday.
Cool Weather.
The Mnrcli-like weather of Wednesday after
the wet and disagreeable days in the first part of
the week, made fires for indoors end overcoats
for out, feel very nice aud comfortable. What
a change from the boiling, blistering, red
hot days of last summer.
Middletown Stowe Store.
Mr. John B. Roberts calls the attention of
the public to his very large stock of stoves
which he has now on hand at his store. He
has stoves, both for coal and wood, of every
style, pattern and variety,so that all, no mat
ter how particular, can find something to suit
him (or her) and almost at his own price.
A Heavy Loss.
Mr. Lewis P. McDowell had the misfortune
to have some 200 or more fine sheep, which
be had just brought from the West, drowned
at Delaware City on Sunday afternoon. The
■beep had just been landed from the cars of
the P. A D. R. R , and were being driven out
to the farm of Mr. J. Higgins when they be
came frightened and ran off the causeway into
the deep water over which it passes and a
large number were drowned. The sheep were
valuable ones and Mr. M's loss is quite heavy.
All About a Cow.
On Tuesday week a cow belonging to Judge
George P. Fisher, of Milford, broke into the
garden of a Mr. Joshua Johnson. Mr. John
son proceeded to drive her out, when Nat
Hudson, a colored man in Fisher's employ,
interfered and a fight ensued, brick bats being
freely used. Johnson was struck on the neck
and seriously wonnded. It was at first sup
posed that his neck was broken and that he
was killed, but he afterwards regained con
sciousness. Hudson was sent to Dover jail to
await the result of Johnson's injuries.
Serions Accident.
On Wednesday last, as Mr. Joseph R.
Wetherby, residing near DuPont's station,
was returning home from Leipsic, his horse
became unmanageable, and kicked fnrionsly ;
Mr. W. was thrown between the horse and
dashboard, receiving serious internal injuries,
by being kicked and tramped upon. Mr. W.
was taken to the house of Mr. Smith, near the
scene of the accident, his injuries being such
that he conld not be taken any further. He
has, however, since been removed to his
home, where be now lies in a precarious con
dition.— Delawarean, Sept. 23.
Appoqn inf mink Beaten.
A gentleman brought to our office yesterday
three apples of the Fallowater variety, which
just take down anything we have yet seen.
They were not only large, but excellent in
shape, color and quality, aud were perfectly
sound. They were grown by Dr. T. H. Crane
on his justly celebrated fruit farm in Queen
Anne's county, Md., near Millington. Their
weights were, respectively, 14, 15 and 17 oz.
Unless "Uncle Zack" can produce something
better than his " Appoquiniminks," he will
have to take a back seat, and let Old Appo
quinimink gracefully yield the palm to Queen
Anne's.
Peacbaa
' The aggregate of the shipments by rail for
the entire season, is 2254 cars, or 1,127,000
baskets. The general estimate of 600,000
baskets for shipments by water will make the
total
Last
reach over 1,700,000 baskets,
when the crop was unusually
large, and the leading markets were almost
continuously glutted, the shipments continued
until October 6tb, and reached 8251 cars or
4,125,500 baskets, the shipments by water,
making the entire crop aggregate nearly
$5,000,000 baskets.
In 1874 the regular rail Shipments ended
September 27tb, with 1272 cars or 636,000
baskets, the entire crop aggregating abont
1,000,000 baskets. The total crop of 1873
was 1,934,844 baskets.— Gazette.
crop re
rt far
Politisai Rotes.
The Democrats of Delaware City have form
ed a Tilden and Hendricks club of which
Wm. D. Mullen is president; Wm. R. Bright,
treasurer, and B. W. Shaffsr, secretary.
Wm. B. Norton, for the Northern district,
and Henry Bradley, for the Southern, were
nominated as the Democratic candidates for
assessors in Wilmington, on Saturday.
The Sentinel, "the organ of the Dover
Junto," (that's wbat the other Republican
papers call it) denounces the nomination of
Howard Jenkins for the Legislature, and
advises New Castle county Republicans to
scratch his name off their tickets.
As soon as the (air is over the Democrats of
Middletown are going to organize a Tilden
and Hendricks club and then political work
will be began in earnest.
liait Sunday'« Storm.
The fall of rain last Sunday, was among
the heeriest that hare occurred in this section
of the qonatry, since the memorable flood of
1874. In the upper part of this county it
was particnlarly beery. The White Clay and
Christiana creeks were swollen almost beyond
precedent. Considerable damage was done
along the latter stream—the county bridge
which spans it at Cooch's bridge, about 2}
miles from Newark, was carried off as was
also that at Dayett's mill, a short distance
below—on the road from St. Georges to New
ark. . The dams of Dayett's and Smalley's
mills were broken, and a large culrert on the
farm of John Ludden, between Christiana
and New Castle was washed ont, greatly im
peding travel. The dam at Noxentown mill
was broken as were also, it is said, the dams
of Smith's mill, nea# McDonoagh, and Har
man's
which chanced to be low were submerged and
where the shocks which were blown down on
Sunday week, had not been set up, the corn
must be badly damaged. Much other damage
was done which is not reported.
Highway Robbery.
On Wednesday morning about 3.15 o'clock,
George Lewis, a farmer, left his home near
Christiana, for the purpose of coming to the
Wilmingtog market. He had with him about
$170, with which he intended to pay the in
terest on a mortgage held against his farm by
parties in Wilmington. Just as he reached
Churchman's Lane about two miles this side
of Christiana, three tramps sprang suddenly
from behind a large tree and leaped upon the
wagon. They instantly pulled Mr. Lewis out
of the wagon, and one of them threw a quan
tity of sand into his eyes. They then tore
his coat and vest off, and after beating him
until be was insensible, they robbed him and
threw his body over the fence into an adjoin
ing lot. Mr. Lewis recovered consciousness
in about an hour, and started along the road
towards Wilmington. He'had gone buta
short distance when he found his team hitch
ed to a fence, when he got into the wagon
and drove home, reaching there shortly after
5 o'clock. Later in the morning he came to
Wilmington, and gave information of the
outrage to the proper authorities. On ac
count of the suddenness of the attack, and the
blinding effects of the sand thrown into bis
eyes, Mr. Lewis was unable to recognize his
assailants. He will give a liberal reward for
their arrest and conviction.— Wilm. Papers.
Middletown Pall Trade.
A goodly portion of our space is taken up
this week with new advertisements by Mid
dletown business men, who seek thus to call
the attention of the public to the large stocks
of goods which they bave laid in for the Fall
and Winter trade. Our merchants are enter
prising men and show their appreciation of
the motto "a nimble six-pence is better than
a slow shilling" by offering their goods at
prices slightly above wholesale rates. They
keep large stocks on hand so. as to be able to
gratify the tastes and wishes, as near as pos
sible, of everyone. Mr. John B. Roberts an
nounces this week an immense stock of stoves,
beaters and ranges of every variety and style
and his intention to sell them at low prices.
Messrs. Eliason k Benson also advertise a
heavy stock ot the same wares. S. M. Rey
nolds has his column filled with an attractive
advertisement of his large and complete stock
of fall and winter goods in endless variety
and style. Messrs. Wm. H. Moore k Co. and
G. W. W. Naudain also invite the public to
an inspection of their stocks of goods now
upon their shelves, complete in every partic
ular. In addition to these Messrs. Eliason
Bros., Tatman and Stephens have their stores
filled to overflowing with new and excellent
goods for the season, while S. R. Estes k Co.
promise to furnish ready-made clothing for
all. People who attend the fair next week
will act the part of wisdom if they will call
upon some or all of our merchants, and take
home with them a supply of goods it the
cheap rates at which they are now offering
them.
near Townsend. Many cornfields
«
Kent County Fair.
The fair ef the Kent county (Md.) Agricul
tural Society, held on their grounds, at Wor
um, this week, was one of the most successful,
in point of interest, that have been held for
several years. The different departments were
well filled, making a display creditable to the
people of old Kent. The Ladies' department,
particularly, attracted much attention from
the great number of goods exhibited, evidenc
ing that the ladies of Kent are industrious
and determined to do their part. As usual
much interest centred in the races. All the
purses were filled, some having seven or eight
entries.
The first race on the opening day, Tues
day, was for 3 year old colts and was won by
W. A. Kennedy's b g Pilot Boy, in two con
secutive heats. Time, 3:41}, 3-43.
The second race, for 3 minute horses, was
won by H. H. Smith's g g Grey Eagle.—
Seren horses trotted in this race and as some
of them werowell matched, the race was quite
spirited, the full fire heats havrog to be trot
ted to decide it. On the first heat Joseph Cat
lin's b g Bay Charlie came out first, followed
closely by H. H. Smith's g g Grey Eagle, 2d
E. H. Thomas' b g Odessa. On the second
heat Odessa came oat 1st ; Bay Charlie 2d ;
Grey Eagle 3d. The third beat was taken
by Grey Eagle, Bay Charlie being second and
R. T. Clayton's b m Bohemia Girl third.—
Odessa having broken and fallen to the rear
came in sixth. The 4th and 5th heats were
taken by Grey Eagle, Bay Charlie being 2d
and Odessa 3d. Time, 2:47, 2:52, 2:53, 2:55},
2:53}.
Second Day, Wednesday. —First race, for
four year olds. Purse $50. Three entries.
Won in two heats by Geo. Beck's r m Star
light Bess.
Second race. For 2:45 horses. Five en
tries. The horses being well matched this
became another spirited and interesting trot.
The first beat was taken by W. W. Stephens'
r m Darning Needle, James Johnson's cb g
Stonewall, coming in 2d and W. Bewley's b
m Fannie Fern 3d, E. H. Thomas' b g Odessa
4th, and R. T. Clayton's b m Lady Thornton
5th. The second heat was a repetition of the
first. On the 3d heat Stonewall came in 1st,
Darning Needle 2d, Odessa 3d, Fannie Fern
4th and Lady Thornton 5th. Fourth heat—
Stonewall 1st, Fannie Fern 2d, Lady Thorn
ton 3d, Darning Needle 4th, Odessa 5th.—
Fifth heat—Fannie Fern 1st, Lady Thornton
2d, Darning Needle 3d, Odessa 4tb, Stone
wall 5th. At this point it was growing so
late that the darkness compelled the postpone
ment of the race until next morning, and our
reporter having reached the grounds after the
race was finished on Thursday morning failed
to learn its ending, but we have heard since
that Fanny Fern took the 1st heat ; Stone
wall 2d heat and was declared the winner.
Time made on Wednesday, 2:51}, 2:48, 2:49,
3
2:45, 2:48.
Third Day, Thursday. —First race, for 3:30
horses. Purse $100. Eight entries. Wou by
Odessa in four heats. Bohemia Girl taking
second money, Grey Eagle third. Time, 2:52,
2:53, 2:53, 2:53}.
! Purse $300. Entries—Noble Pennington's b
g Modoc, George Jones' blk g Andy Johnson
taken b J Modoc . Mar J T »J lor comin « in 2d -
Andy Johnson 3d. Second heat, Mary Tay
j lor let, Andy Johnson 2d, Modoc 3d. Third
beat, Andy Johnson 1st, Modoc 2d, Mary
Second and last race. For 2:34 horses.—
and F. Gerker's m Mary Taylor. First heat,
Taylor 3d. Fourth heat, Mary Taylor 1st,
Andy Johnson 2d, Modoc 3. Fifth heat,
Mary Taylor 1st, Andy Johnson 2d, Modoc
3d. Time, 2:42}, 2:44, 2:43, 2:45, 2:44.
The Diamond State Brass Band of this town
furnished music for the fair.
Maryland Affairs.
Narrow Escape of H. S. Cocdor, Esq.—
On Monday, September 18th, ene of our best
citizens and well-known sportsmen, Mr. Henry
S. Coudon, narrowly escaped losing his life.
He was shooting black ducks in Mill creek
and bad killed nine. He fortunately sent his
son WilsoD nftei the last duck (which proba
bly saved the latter's life) when the accident
occurred. He informed me the last thing he
remembered was shooting at a bunch of dneks
flying over, and, to take better aim, laid on
his back and shot backward over his head.—
The gnn used was a long double-barrel and
well known as the best on this side of the
river, and had been used by Mr. C. for nearly
thirty years. It burst in the act of being dis
charged, tearing the barrels loose from the
stock, throwing the latter some ten or twelve
feet, and lodged it on the limb of a bush, and
the barrels were torn and bent badly. With
the exception of the right arm being burned
with powder, the right eye slightly injured,
and a contusion on the right jaw, supposed
to be caused by the stock in passing, Mr. C.
received so serious injury.— Cecil Democrat _
Damage by the Rains. —The late heavy
rains have caused considerable damage. On
Monday the train on the D. k D. road was
unable to proceed any farther than Federals
btjrg, owing to a land slide at that point.—
The rest of the route to Seaford, a distance of
ten miles, was made on a hand car, which
conveyed passengers and mails each way, in
consequence of which the train was about two
hours behind time. All the %arly trains on
the Delaware road were detained by washes.
The town of Federalsbnrg was flooded, the
bridge across'the river which cost the county
$3,000, having been carried away. Mill dams
are overflowed, kc. — Cambridge Chronicle.
Bloody Affray at Millington.— On Satur
day night Sept. 9th, James Stanly who has
for some years enjoyed an unenviable notor
iety as a successful fighter, was attacked by
John Wood, in the street opposite to Mr.
Johnson's restaurant, in Millington. Wood
struck Stanly, and as he did so remarked that
"you know why I do this." He followed up
the flows so rapidly and punished Stanly so
badly, that he (Stanly) had to be carried
home as limp a9 a dead man, and for a time
his condition was considered very critical.—
His face was fearfully cut by the severe blows
of Wood, and his upper lip was split clear to
bis nostrils. An old grudge caused the fight,
but what the grudge was is not stated.
Probable Murder at Crisfield. —Saturday
last Benj. Riggen shot and probably fatally
wounded Jas. Ford. Riggen had been pay
ing his addresses to the daughter of Ford,
and it is supposed that trouble arose from the
opposition manifested by the girl's parents to
her marriage with Riggen. The assailant
escaped in a boat to the Virginia shore.
The third annual fair of the Cambridge
Agricultural Society, which began on Wed
nesday and closed on Friday, was not so
largely attended, nor were the exhibits as
numerous and creditable as on former occa
sions. The rain prevented a great many from
attending on Friday.
The water in Chester river during the big
storm was higher than ever known before,
submerging the bridge over the river at Ches
tertown, the wharves and the lower floor of
the granaries. The damage to grain stored
in the granaries amounted to some fifteen
hundred bushels.
Business Joeals.
If you want Gros-Grain Ribbons cheap, go
W. H. MOORE A CO'S.
to
We call your attention to our line of real
Chicago Kip Boots, that will not get hard and
stiff like the ordinary kip or cowhinde boot.
Reference—all who wore them last year.
R. M. A W. T. JOHNSON.
Kid Gloves—every pair warranted—at W.
H. Moore A Co's for $1.
One bale of heavy twilled Gray Flannels at
25 cents, same goods sold last season at 37}
cents. S. M. REYNOLDS.
Go to W. H. Moore A Co's for Zephyr.
We are making a strictly first-class line of
Oil, Göat -and Pebble Shoes of John G. Baker
A Co's stock, with Downing A Price's oak
tanned soles, and sole leather counters Try
them. R. M AW. T. ÄHNSON.
The largest stock of Hamburg Edgings in
Middletown can be found at W. H. MOORE
A CO'S.
Buffalo Robes at W. H. Moore A Co's.
Averill Ghemieal Faint,
Ready-mixed, the Cheapest, Best and Prettiest.
For sale at the manufacturer's prices by
sep23-2m
Good, heavy long leg Boots for men's wear
$2 25, 2 50, 2 75 and 3 00, for sale by
S. M. REYNOLDS.
G. E. HUKILL.
Extra long leg, whole leather, double sole
Men's Boots—warranted not to leak, rip or
break until worn out with old age. Price,
only $4 cash, at S. M. REYNOLDS'.
Fare Lead, Pure Linseed Oil,
And the best Colors, as low as the lowest, by
sep23-2m G. E. HUKILL.
Men's fine calf Dress Boots, double and sin
gle sole, at $4 00, 4 50 and 5 00. Also, calf
Congress Gaiters at $1 25, 1 50, 1 75, 2 50
3 00 and 4 00, at S. M. REYNOLDS'.
Boys' and Youths' Congress Gaiters, Bals.,
and Long Boots to fit all the little folks, at
$1 25, 1 50 A 1 75, at S. M. REYNOLDS'.
Harrison's Town & Country Paint,
(Ready-mixed.) Beautiful, Economical, and
Durable ! at bottom prices, by
sep23-2m G. E. HUKILL.
Home made shirts, made of the Best Wam
sutta Muslin and No. 2100 Linen and perfect
fit, for $1.00. For sale by
S. M. REYNOLDS.
Opened this day, a new case of CALICOES,
warranted fast colors, at 6 cts. per yard, at
S. M. REYNOLDS'.
Ladies call at S. M. REYNOLDS' and look
at the new assortment of Hamburg Edgings
and Insertings, in all widths and prices from
10 cents and upwards.
Ladies in need of a nice Silk Dress, call at
S. M. REYNOLDS' and look at those Guiaet
Black Silks at $1.00, $1.25, $1.50 and $1.75
per yard, just received direct from the im
porters.
New Orleans and Porto Rico Molasses
Choice Sugar Loaf Drips and Sugar House
Syrups, at
S. M. REYNOLDS'.
Rumford's Yeast Powder the best in the
market, for sale by
S. M. REYNOLDS'.
An elega
cents cash,
nt Two-Button Kid Glove for 75
S. M. REYNOLDS.
at
New No. 1, 2, k 3- Mackerel in ba:rels, half
barrels, quarters and kitts ; New Split Labra
dor Herring in barrels and half barrels, just
received and for sale by S. M. REYNOLDS.
A choice Rio Coffee,
ed 29 cents, cash, at
, 25 cents, roast
REYNOLDS'.
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ANNUAL FUR!
PENINSULA
Agricultural & Poaological
.ASSOCIATION,
MIDDLETOWN, DELAWARE,
Wednesday, Thursday and Friday,
OCT. 4th, 5th & 6th, 1876.
- $5,000 OO.
PREMIUMS,
This Association in announcing their third
annual exhibition to be held as above, feel
confident that it will prove to be the largest,
best and most agreeable they have yet given.
The good order and decorum that have
characterized their previous exhibitious will
be strictly maintained, the premiums will be
impartially awarded, aad every effort will be
made to render the occasion pleasant and
satisfactory to all who attend.
EXCURSION TICKETS
Will be issned by the
P. W. & B. R. R.
Admitting to the grounds, which to be good
for the return trip must be pnnebed by the
gatekeeper.
It is expected that Excursion Tickets will
be issued by all railroads connected with the
Delaware Railroad.
The P. W. A B. R. R. will charge regular
rates of freight to Middletown, upon all arti
cles and stock for the exhibition, and return
them free.
EXHIBITORS WILL PLEASE APPLY TO
AGENTS OF DELAWARE RAILROAD
FOR RATES.
The Grounds will be open
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3rd,
For the reception of articles and stock for the
Exhibition
Ladies, Agriculturists, Pomologists, Horti
culturists, Poulterers, Graziers, Inventors and
Mechanics are cordially invited to become ex
hibitors.
Books are now open and information will
be cheerfully given.
We have one of the very best half mile
tracks in the country.
TRIALS OF SPÜED
Will be made under the rules of the National
Trotting Association as follows :
FIRST DAY.
For Colts under 4 years.
3:30 class,.
2:45 " .
Purse $100
150
200
SECOND DAY.
Purse $ 50
For Owners,..
2:50 class......
2:34 " .
200
450
THIRD DAY.
.Purse $150
3:00 Class,.
300
2:40
500
2:30
Box stalls for Track Horses.
Hay and Straw free.
Ample arrangements have been made for
the comfort of Stock, Sheep, Swine, Poultry,
Ac.
First-class Dining and Refreshment Saloons.
A BAND OF MUSIC
Will be present during the Fair.
Admission 50 Cents.
Season Tickets $1.00.
Children under 12 years old, half-price.
Admission to the Grand Stand, 25 cents.
Saddle Horse, 25 cents.
Carriage, 25 cents.
WM. R. COCHRAN, President.
J. B. NAUDAIN, Secretary.
Ayer's Cherry Pectoral,
For Diseases of tbs Throat and Langi,
inch as Coughs, Colds, Whooping
Congh, Bronchitis, Asthma, and
CONSUMPTION.
The few composi
tions which have won
the confidence of man
kind and become
household words, not
j^only among one but
fcmany nations, must
) have extraordinary
k virtues. Perhaps no
* one ever secured so
wide a reputation, or maintained it so long as
Ayer's Cherry Pectoral. It has been known
to the public about forty years, by along con
tinued series of marvellous cures, that have
won for it a confidence in rts virtues, never
equalled by any other medicine. It still
makes thj^ most effectual cures of Coughs,
Colds, Consumption, that can be made by med
ical skill. Indeed the CHERRY PECTORAL
has really robbed these dangerous diseases of
their terrors, lo a great extent, and given
feeling of immunity from their fatal effects,
that is well founded if the remedy be taken in
season. Every family should have it in their
closet for the ready and prompt relief of its
members. Sickness, suffering, and even life
is saved by this timely protection. The pru
dent should not neglect it, and the wise will
doS. Keep it by you for the protection it af
fords by its timely use in sudden attacks.
A
PREPABED BY
Dr. J. C. AYER & CO., Lowell, Mass.,
Practical and Analytical Chemists.
Sold by all druggists and dealers in medicine.
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I have on hand SEVEN HUNDRED head of
STOCK SHEEP of good quality, selected with
great eare, which I will sell at low rates.
Those in want of sheep are cordially invited
to call and inspect them.
sep!6
GEO.ECHENHOFER.
Middletown, Del.
SHEEP! SHEEP!
I will have 1200 HEAD OF SUPERIOR
STOCK EWES, selected with great care under
my personal supervision, at Middletown, Del.,
on SATURDAY the 23d inst. 1 will also
have another lot of 1200 of same kind by the
12th of October.
L. P. McDOWELL,
Middletown, Del.
Sepl6—4w
HORSES FOR SALE.
THREE HUNDRED HORSES AND MULES
FOR SALE,
being surplus stock purchased for Centennial
purposes. Apply at Chestnut A Walnut Sts.
R. R. Co., 41ST A CHESNÜT STREETS.
sepl6-4t
Philadelphia.
TOWNSEND HOUSE,
Opposite Rail Road Depot,
TOWNSEND, DELAWARE
I am prepared to accommodate permanent
and transient guests at reasonable rates.
The Bar is at all times stocked with the
choicest Wines, Liquors, Tobaccos and Se
gars.
A fine Livery is also attached to the Hotel,
where teams are to be had at reasonable rates.
Come and See Me.
WM. B. HOLLIS,
Proprietor.
April 8-tf
S-A-LIE BILLS
Neatly Printed at this Office.
Jrg êoods and <§r<K«m
'a
THE BEST GOODS
For the Least Money !
—AT THE—
Main Heal for BARGAINS!
BRAND SPRING
OIFZEZSTITSTG-!
ELIASON BROS.
Middletown, Del.
Having concluded that large sales and quick
returns will not only pay better than having
the goods lay on the shelves, but enable us to
constantly show a greater variety, we have
marked all our
GOODS DOWN,
We have now in stock,
to a very low figure,
and are prepared to show the inhabitants of
this town and vicinity a magnificent line of
Dry Goods,
Fancy Goods,
Ready-made Clothing,
Hats, Caps,
Boots, Shoes,
Notions, etc., etc.
EVERY ARTICLE NEW.
Yonr patronage is solicited, and yon will
be dealt with right.
Money may be scarce with you, but remem
ber that our prices will be in proportion to
your purse ; and if you have the money to
spend and want our goods, do not fail to see
us soon. We adhere strictly to "Popular
Prices," and the popular verdict on our prices
is that no goods of the same style and work
manship can be bought anywhere else for the
same money.
WK HAVE WITH US
W. GEO. MABREY.
Jan 8-tf
TO THE PUBLIC.
The subscriber would call the atiention of the
public to his
LARGE AND WELL-SELECTED STOCK of
GOODS,
Consisting in part of
BEY GOODS, NOTONS,
groceries
BOOTS AND SHOES,
Hats, Hardware,
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Queensware, Wood and Willow Ware,
' ' — Earthen and Stone Ware.
FISH, MEATS, &c.
And everything usually kept in a
First Class Country Store
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All ef which have been selected with
care, and will be
SOLD AT PRICES IN ACCORD
ANCE WITH THE TIMES.
Give us a call before purchasing elsewhere
No Charge for Showing Goods.
Charles Tatman Jr.
MIDDLETOWN, DEL.
Jan 1, 1876—tf
1876.
Cheap, Cheaper, Cheapest.
Spring and Summer
(3-OOX3S
1876.
Just Received,
AND TO BE SOLD AT VERY REDUCED
PRICES FOR CASH.
DRESS GOODS— of nearly all kinds, very
cheap.
NOTIONS. —Neck Ties, Gloves, Hosiery,
Jewelry, and all Fancy Goods, very low.
CLOTHING. —Men's and Boys' Ready-Made
Clothing, fine Dress Suits and common
Suits, from $5 to $20.
CARPETS — 30 pieces of Carpeting, consist
ing of Cottage, Hemp, Rag, Ingrain,
Stair, Venetian and Brussels, at the fol
lowing prices : 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50 cts,
to $1.50. Also, White and Plaid Mat
tings.
BOOTS $ SHOES. —Men's fine Boots from
$2.50 to $5 ; Men's Gaiters from $1.75 to
$4; Men's Centennial Buckle low cut
Shoes from $2.50 to $4 ; Ladies' Slippers,
Bals, and Gaiters from 75 cts. to $3. All
styles of Children's Shoes from 25 cents
to $1.50.
SEWING MACHINE NEEDLES.
GUNS § PISTOLS. —Double and Single
barreled Guns; Single, Double and 7-shot
Cartridge Pistols from $1 to $6. Cart
ridges, Ac.
All persons wishing to get the worth of
their money will do well to give us a call.
M. L. HARDCASTLE, with
S. R. STEPHENS & CO.
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JOHN-A. REYNOLDS,
ISTotary JPublic,
MIDDLETOWN, DELAWARE.
MARTIN B. BURRIS,
Land Surveyor,
MIDDLETOWN, DEL.
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REYNOLDS & CO.,
No. 832:Market Street,
WILMINGTON, DELAW ARE*
Conveyancers, Survey ors, Real Estate Agents,
Collectors of Accounts, Bills, 4c.
Houses and Lands rented, and rents collec
ted ; Loans negotiated ; Titles examined ;
Deeds, Bonds, Mortgages, and other Legal
papers carefully drawn, and supervised by
counsel permanently retained. Correspon
dence solicited.
Reference furnished.
REYNOLDS A CO.,
No. 832 Market Street,
Wilmington, Del.
Jan 11—ly
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CELEBRATED HAGERSTOWN
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Or Keller's Patent, [The Best]
GRAIN, SEED aad FERTILIZER
DRILLS.
The only Drill that icill positively dis
tribute. properly all kinds of Grain,
Seed and Fertilizers.
A few of the points of superiority of this
Drill over all others, are :
1st —Force Feed Arrangement for Sowing
Grain, consisting of one gum and one iron
roller—which is really the only force feed ar
rangement made—giving you nn even and
regulur distribution of grain atall times. Can
sow any amount of grain, from a peck to two
bushels.
2d —The Patent Spring Hoes, having -gum
springs on end of Drag-Bar, (being the only
perfect gum-spring arrangement) thereby
doing away with the old wooden brake-pins,
and allowing the Drill to pass any obstruc
tion that the axle will go over without inter
fering with working of Drill.
3d —The Patent movable or sliding Fulcrum
of Spring Bar for sowing the grain deep or
shallow, is an improvement not possessed by
any other drill.
4th —The Patent shield for covering the Gear
wheels, to prevent clogging or cramping with
weeds, cornstalks or accumulation ofgrit and
gravel, which make a Drill rnn heavy, is a
needed improvement over all other drills.
5th —The Land Surveyor is as correct as it
is possible to make one, having one face show
ing 1-16 acre, and another face registering
the acres.
6th —The Patent Axle is so constructed that
the bearings are all on the outer and inner
parts of Spindle, causing the Drill to run
lighter to the team, and more steady, than if
bearing was all on center of spindle.
7th— All we can say for the Putent Guano
or Fertilizer Attachment is that it is the only
one that will sow or distribute properly all
kinds of fertilizers in all conditions.
The Best also has a Patent Hoe Shifter, by
which the Boots can be changed from straight
to zigzag line, or vice versa, while seeding
along. The Grass Seed Attachment is perfect.
In fact, it would be impossible ta give all the
good and superior points possessed by this
Drill, without occupying too much space.
Suffice it to say, çur Drill is jnst what is
claimed for it— the best — and has no equal.
For further information call on any of the
following
AGENTS.
L. V. ASPRIL A SON,
C. J. ALEXANDER,
A. P. CARNAOY,
CASH0 MACHINE CO.,
JOSEPH HEISEL,
WILLIAM G. HILL,
WEIR A BRO.,
J. JACKSON PIERCE,
Odessa, Del.
Delaware City, "
Summit Bridge, "
Newark,
St. Georges, "
Clayton,
Christiana,
Wilmington,
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HARPER & BAKER,
DOVER, DEE.,
General Agents for State of Delaware and
Eastern Shores of Maryland A Virginia.
Paihphlets, price-lists and terms sent on
application to any of the above agents,
aug 5—tf
C. T. vanheklfJ
JOS. M. VANHEKLE.
VANHEKLE & VANHEKLE
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FRUIT AND PRODUCE
Commission Her eh ants,
323 North W ateb Street,
PHILADELPHIA.
references :
F. Melntire, Cashier of Delaware City Nat'1
Bank,
I. W.Vandegrift, McDonough, New Castle
County, Del.
J. T. Cheairs, Delaware City, Del.
sep 2-3mos
WORDEN
BASKET FACTORY.
SPECIAL INDUCEMENTS OFFERED
in prices of my
STAVE PEACH
ordered early.
J. E. WORDEN,
Worden Basket Factory and Lumber Yard,
Smyrna, Del.
jul22
Correspondence solicited.
LOOK TO YOUR INTEREST.
T HE undersigned respectfully informs tbfe
citizens of Middletown and vicinity that
he is prepared with excellent horse, cart and
wagons, to do all kinds of Hauling at lower
rales than can be obtained elsewhere. Coal
and Lumber hauled at short notice. Sand of
all kinds on hand at low rates. All orders
will receive prompt attention. Givemeacall.
JOHN W. HAYES,
Successor to L. G. Vandegrift,
aug 19-6m Middletown, Del.
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**METHODS** POINTS«*!
METHODS OF BUSINESS**POINTS OF 10VMTUË
***IN THE PURCHASE OF'*«*
OLOTHINGf
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WAN AM AKER & BROWN'S OAK HALL,
To «hieb we Invite die Interested Attention sad Carehil Scnrihy el
-THE PURCHASING. PUBLIC -
METHODS:
W B have but One Price for All.
It
O NE Price means of necessity (he Low
est Price..—--—
■yyi: receive Cash Payment from All..
and
losses from bod debts..
a Guarantee protecting All-...
■yyE give
rpHE Guarantee protects the buyer who
A may not be a Judge of goods
Return Money when we cannot
suit AIL.—..
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W e rely on Immense sales and axe sat
isfied with a very small percent
age of profit..—.
buy our goods at first hands, in
inrmftniift quantities, and at the
lowest prices for Cash...«. «
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I T Is easy to buy of us, since all are treated
allie, no one getting &van that
are denied to others....—...
manufacture with extreme core
every garment we sell.
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TAICKERING and debate axe dona away
TTTE Inspect every yard of goods that
VV goes Into out garments..
out
TTTE put a ticket on every garment.
VV showing plainly its quality and
O UB largo experience, capital and ffieO
it! es we use for the people's benefit
in lowering prices-...
TTTE cut off every item of unnecessary
W expenditure.....
W E fill orders received by mail from all
parts of the United 8tates. Writs
for particulars_
N OT a particle of risk run In buying a t
ns. A child may buy as cheaply
OS a rnpyi ...—mm....i.. m iw
In addition to our Immense Stock of Eeady-Made Clothing, we have a Hagnifloent Line
Of Men's and Boy's Furnishing Goods, Shirt3 (of our own make) and Underwear, all at the
Very Lowest Prices.
employ first-class workmen in
every department.
W*
TTTE give satisfaction to every purchaser
VV or return the money .
WANAMAKER & BROWN,
OAK HJUJL,
S. E. COR. SIXTH & MARKET STREETS,
PHU_AI> F/LP TTTA
ADKISSON & CO.,
Having purchased of €. ANDERSON
BARR'S (well-known) DRUG STORE
Respectfully solicit • continuance of the liberal patronage so long enjoyed by
this old Stand. They will keep on hand a full Stock of*
PUKE FRESH DRUGS AND CHEMICALS,
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PATENT MEDICINES OF ALL KINDS ; HORSE POWDERS, LINIMENTS, Ac. ; PURE
LIQUORS FOR MEDICINAL PURPOSES; LAMPS, AND LAMP GOODS;
And Everything generally kept in a First-class Drug Store.
Dr. ADKISSON will give his constant attention to the business, and will alio prescribe for
any one requiring advice.
The Store will be open Sundays from 9 to 10} o'clock, a. m., and from 2 to 4, and 6 to 7}
o'clock, p. u.
grg (goods.
CENTENNIAL YEAR.
1776 .
1876 .
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EDWIN HALL,
28 South Second street, below Market street,
PHILADELPHIA.
Would respectfully invite ladies visiting the city to examine onr stock, consisting in part of
BLACK SILKS of the best makes, whioh we guarantee.
COLORED SILKS of the newest and most desirable shades.
FANCY SILKS at very low prioes.
DRESS GOODS, embracing all the new fabrics.
SHAWLS, CLOAKS, &c.
DRESS MAKING in all its branches. Ladies baying the material of us can have it made
up in the most fashionable manner at the shortest notice.
Embroideries, Gloves, Hosiery, Underwear, Ties, Ac., Ac.
CLOTHS and CASHMERES FOR MEN'S AND BOYS' WEAR.
Table Linens, Napkins, Towels, Table Coverings, Muslins, &c.
ONE PRICE AND PRICES GUARANTEED.
(THE store IS ACCESSIBLE FBOH ALL FOUIS BY street cabs.)
lusinesji partis.
THOMAS MASSEY, Jr.,
CLOCK
'And Watch Maker,
Malm Street, next door to Notional Hotel
Middletown, Delaware
C LOCKS, Watches, Jewelry, Ac. neatly
and promptly repared.
Always on hand and for sale, Clocks,
Watches, Plated Ware, Forks, Spoons, Sil
ver Napkin Rings, Silver Thimbles, Salt,
Sugar and Tea Spoons, Butter Knives, Gold
Breast-Pins, Ear-Rings, Finger-Rings, Sleeve
Buttons, Watch Chains, Watch Keys, Key
Rings, Steel Watch Chains, Ac.
AGENT FOB
DeVINNY'S SPECTACLES.
Dec. 12—tf.
MIDDLETOWN
Nursery and Fruit Farm.
A large and varied assortment of
General Nursery Stock
For Sale at low rates.
PEACH TREES A SPECIALTY.
E. R. COCHRAN,
Middletown Del
Oct.l7-tf
J. MEIER & BRO.
MERCHANT TAILORS,
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S. E. Cob, Second and Arch Sts.,
PHILADELPHIA,
Have in Stock s fall line of
Pine Overcoatings, Saltings, Casslmeie«,
and Vestings
Of the newest designs for FALL and WIN
TER wear, which will be made to order in
the latest styles and best manner. Special at
tention given to Dress Saits.
CALL AND EXAMINE OUR STOCK,
oct 10-tf
Gran Home-Plants, Flowers, k
Having erected a convenient and commo
dious Green House, and Plant Nursery at the
rear of my dwelling on North Broad street,ia
short distance above the Academy, in Mid
dletown, I have now and will continue to
keep on baud a large and,'varied assortment of
GRIER HOUSE A BEDDING PLANTS,
which I cordially invite the ladies of Middle
town and vicinity to call and examine. My
stock has been selected and propagated wits
much care and I respectfully ask the patron
age of all lovers of flowers of the community.
B. F. LIPPINCOTT,
Middletown, Del.
feb 26—tf
ärg ëooda and êroreim
Reciprocity Shirt I
ALL MADE,
With Exception of the Button Holes
Made of Wamsutta Muslin and
2100 Heavy Linen l
We feel confident that we are giving Intrinsi
cally
THE CHEAPEST,
BEST MADE and
THAT HAS EVER BEEN OFFERED FOB $1.86.
The Reciprocity Shirt is superior to most
of shirts, first-class, (so-called) for the follow
ing reasons :
Our Collar Bands are Linen, and are Three
Ply.
uur uutrs are Linen, and are Three Ply.
Our Bossoms are Lined with Heavy T.îna..
and are Three Ply.
Onr Back Facings are both upper and un
der ; made wide, giving Strength and finish.
•^^■To the people that have beqn accus
tomed to buy materials for shirts, and have
them made up at home, we particnlarly call
to their notice our Reciprocity Shirt. All
made but the button boles, and only $1 25
each, at
J. P. DOUG-HTEN'S,
So. 410 Market Street.
LOOK ^ THIS.
WE ARB DETERMINED TO SWT.T.
OUB
SummerClothing
OFF, IF IT 18
JlT cost.
Now is the time to buy your
STRIPED COATS, at
LINEN COATS, at
75 Mats.
75c, $1, $1.50
LIGHT COLORED all-wool PANTS at $3.00
LIGHT or DARK all-wool SUITS at $10.00
LINEN DUSTERS at
1.25
FINE WHITE SHIRTS at
WHITE VESTS at
1.00, 1.50, 2.00
1.25, 1.50, 2.00
We are selling the
30-inch TRAY TRUNK AT $2.
DO NOT FORGET THE PLACE!
Middletown Clothing Home,
ONLOCKWOOD'S can fra g,
S. R. ESTES & CO.,