Tuesday, March ,3, 1874.
LOCAL DEPAU TMENX.
We call Attention to tlie advertisement
in another ' column, handed " To County
Merchants," and can vouch for the asocr
tioni there made. It is a good clmnce to
secure a first-rate clerk.
Tou "Want It. Ten cents will get you
a copy of the life and Phrenological develop
ment of Mb. John Hick, of Elllottsburg.
He ha just had an edition printed at this
office, and every body who ever knew him
and who in this county does not) will wish
a copy. The hook was written by himself,
and the phrenological chart was furnished
by a professor in Philadelphia. Address,
JOHN RICE, Elliottsburg, Perry county,
Pa., and inclose ten cents for copy by mail.
Death of Mr. Abranis. This week we
are called upon to record the death of Mr.
Jos. Abranis, which occurred at his resi
dence in this borough, on Friday morning,
at about 10 o'clock. The deceased was
well known in this vicinity, as an upright,
reliable business man, and in his death the
borough loses a good citizen, and the
Lutheran church one of 'Its earnest sup
porters. The entire community will sym
pathize with the family in their affliction.
Almost A Fire. About noon on Thursday
last, smoke was found to be issuing from
the roof of the back building iu the house
occupied by Mrs. McClintock, in this bor
ough. Upon examination it was found
that the earthen duo, which served as a
chimney had burst, and that the heat had
' set fire to the roof. When discovered the
fire had burned several of the rafters, and a
few moments more would have made such
progress that the destruction of the build
ing would have been inevitable.' . The
snow on the roof had also a tendency to
retard the action of the flames, and had
thus perhaps saved the building. '
Worth Remembering. The returns of
-sales of the different sewing machines, dur
ing' the year, 1873 show the Singer ma
chine to be by far the most popular of all
in the market, the number sold being 218,
758 out of a total of 840,104 of twenty-five
different . patterns. It appears, too, that
the Chicago Relief Committee, which un
dertook to furnish sewing machines to per
sons needing them, supplied 2,427 Singer
machines against 617 of all other kinds.
This preference for the Singer machine is
due to its intrinsic superiority, and seems
likely to be maintained against all competi
tion. These are facts worth remembering
by every person wishing a sewing machine.
Pastor Elected. In compliance with a
previous notice from the ' pulpit, tho con
gregation of the Presbyterian Church in
Dnncannon, held a meeting on Sunday the
22d ult., in the church, of which Rev. R.
F. McLean, of Waynesboro, acted as Mod
erator. A vote was then taken on the various
candidates, which resulted in a majority
in favor of L. B. W. Shryock, of Ao
ademia, Pa., whereupon a motion was
made and carried that the vote he taken
unanimous, which was done, and the above
named gentleman received the unanimous
vote of the congregation. , .
On motion of the Session the Trustees
were instructed to fill out and sign a call
in behalf of the congregation for L. B. W.
Shryock, Academia, to be signed by Rev.
R. F. McClean, as Moderator.
Adjourned.
, W. J. Stewart, Sec
A Successful Company. Probably the
most successful Life Insurance company in
the United States is the Continental of
New York. From the annual statement of
the Company, we see tbey have assets now
amounting to $0,630,823 .02, while the in
come of the company for the year 1873,
was about $3,000,000. One reason why
this company meets with such good suc
cess, is that they got the right kind of men
for agonts. Their agent for this section of
the State is Mr. David F. Eaton, who has
his office in narrisburg, and to whom op
plication for insurance or information
should be made.
Bark by Weight A bill to authorize
the selling of bark by weight, has been in
troduced. It is generally conceded to be
the fairest way for both buyer and seller.
'The following is the act : " "
Be it enacted, J-c. That from and after
the passage of this act the legal weight for
a cord of bark, 'when dry, shall be for
-chestnut oak, white oak and hemlock, two
thousand pounds and for block oak and red
oak twenty-five hundred pounds.
Bee. 2. Nothing in this act shall be so
construed us to prevent any person
from buying or selling bark by measure.
.Sheriff's Sales. On Friday last the fol
lowing properties were sold by Sheriffs
sale. . ,
A house and lot seized as the property of
Knhralra Aukcr, in Oliver twp., sold to
Win. Wertz, for $7111. , . .
A two-story brick house on Fourth
street, Newport, the property of W. S.
Snyder, to Wm. Kougb, for $2,650. :
A Good Idea. -Hers is a suggestion that
is worthy of some attention: '"why should
not a farmer put his nam upon his gate or
the entrance of his premises, ' au4 , Jot the
travelling publio know who lives , there.
This arrangement would be decidedly con
venient, especially where the dwelling is
remote from the publio road, as it is partic
ularly annoying to find that you have driv
en half a milo off the road and opened two
or three gates to see Mr. Smith and when
you get to tho house you find you have dis
turbed Mr. Jones unnecessarily, and Smith
lives a mile beyond you on the same road.
It may be said that it is easy to inquire the
road, so it is if yon can find any one to in
quire from. But people in tho country gen
erally find something more profitable with
which to occupy themselves, than standing
on the publio road to direct bewildered trav
elers, and it has always been our experi
ence, that just the time we wanted to in
quire, was just the time there was no one.
in sight. Any painter may put your name
on a slip of tin for a few cents which may
be tacked ou the gate."
For the Bloomfleld Tlme.
School Visits.
The school directors of Tuscarora town
ship, have inaugurated a new eta lu the
discharge of the duties pertaining to their
office. They have by a resolution of the
Board resolved to visit their several schools
in a body, an event not usual in the town
ship, but which I hope they will make a
feneral part of their duties in tho future,
'heir's are responsible duties, but are dis
charged gratuitously, and are not atteuded
to as properly as they should be, not only
here, but elsewhere. Such monthly visits
would be the means of stiring up an am
bition in the several teachers, to try to
have as good a school as possible on such
occasions. There is judgment passed on
every school, as to the conduct, manage
ment and progress of the scholars.
No. 4. First school visited found gener
al order in the conduct of the scholars.
The recitations were highly satisfactory,
the scholars appeared to have their lessons
thoroughly committed as they advance ;
were all well pleased with the school. A
number of citizens present, who have nn
interest in the education of their children.
No. 6. School next or dor very good con
sidering the number of scholars, more than
ono teacher can properly instruct. Heard
soveral classes ; thore seems to be an ambi
tion somewhere to pass over as many pages
as possible, as they did not properly under
stand what they recited ; the teacher will
understand we judged by to-days observa
tion. Mr. Jos. Leonard being chosen to ad
dress the school, made a few remarks to
the teacher and scholars, sotting forth as
an example the influence the teacher has
in a community. To the scholars, that
they are destined to become the ruling ele
ment in the country, as the older ones are
passing away, and that now they had an
opportunity and should Improve it. Briefly
responded to by the teacher Memineer.
when we were treated to several pieces of
vocai musio oy ine teacher and scholars.
Two citizens present. : Thus ended first
day's visit.
No. 0. Conduct eood. recitations eood.
Mr. Leonard again spoke a few words of
Sooa aavico to the scholars. Sir. Q. L.
lucher and Charles Whitokettle, directors
absent to-day. Two citizens present.
No. 7. Heard several clashes ; conduct
not so good. Mr. Rice (President of Board,)
instructed the teacher that he should use
the rod of correction freely ; that he had
the same control over his school as the
parent has over his children at home, &o.
One citizen present. Thus ended second
day's visit.
No. 1. Small school, taught by Mr. W.
A. Blain. Conduct good, recitations good.
Mr. Leonard addressed the school. Bucber,
Baker, Whltckettle, directors, absent. No
citizens.
No. 2. Mr. Bakor joined directors, con
duct very good, recitations good. Were
entertained Dy several pieces of vocal mu
sic, by Miss Fannie Wox, and scholars,
when Mr. Bitner, citizen, was requested to
address the school. Spoke particularly to
the boys, telling them that if they were at
tentive to their studies and grow np as they
should, what they might become yet. Fol
lowed by Mr. David Leonard, citizen, who
spoke to the school, illustrating the advan-U
tage tbey have now to get an eduoation tor
wuat be baa when be was young. Three
months school in a year and some years no
school at all, the comfortable houses we
have now, compared to the houses of fifty
years ago and the advantage generally.
Two citizens present. Thus ended third
day's visit.
The visit to No. 8, was postponed on
account of the inclemency of the weather.
No. 8 school is instructed by Mr. John
Hutchison, who has taught more terms
than any other teacher in the countv. Wa
have seen during these visits boys, who if
tneir eoucauon was properly looked after,
would become men of note in their day.
By x Mkmbeb of tiie Board.
far U Bloomfleld Timet
Secession Again.
Mr. Editor: We were greatly surprised
in 1861, when South Carolina seceded,
which created oui Rebellion, of over four
years ; but not more so than that we read
about in one of the county papers,of Marys
villa borough wanting to secede, and join
herself to Dauphin oounty. But more sur
prising news come to us. That part of
loboyne township, north of the Conego
choaque mountain, known as "Horse Val
ley," is going to secede, and Join herself to
Franklin county. We suppose that To
boyne will arm herself agaiust any such se
cession, and defend herself against any such
outrage. The readers of this may be sur
prised to hear the boom of cannon and the
rattle of musketry, this summer, between
the Conegocheaque, and Tuscarora moun
tain. But we would advise our neighbors
of Toboyue, to submit peacefully to the
separation, as "Horse Valley" costs them
more for road and school purposes, than
the taxes they receive from them. T.
Blain, Pa., Feb. 23, 1874.
To Rent. A Blacksmith Shop and
house, situated in Wheat field twp., on the
road leading from Bloomfleld to Duncan
non, is for rent. Apply on the premises or
address. .. MRS. MARIA PRICK,
Mch. 8, t I..; Duncannon, Perry co,, Pa.
Cumberland County. Frdtn the Carlisle
Volunteer we take the following ;' '
Tlin hnln nf flhiWlan V.;1. ;l xriflll,.
township, was destroyed by fire on Satur
day morning last. . ; , .
Tim Relt.x tinr nn In IVnnf Puninlinm
township, now weighs 4,000 pounds 1 So
...... . i. t).
A Lundlord in Monroe township has a
brood of chickens, and having no use for a
local option bar room, has concluded to
raise cuicxens mese mtriiy times.
On Friday last, a child, four or five
weeks old, was found in the barn of Mr. E.
Baruitz, in South Middleton township.
The child was thinly clad, and it is thought
was left in the barn by a party of tramps.
The ohild was taken to the County Alms
House.
A large number of petitions from South
Middleton and Dickinson townships were
forwarded to the Legislature, on Monday,
against the repeal of the Local Option law.
One female in South Middleton whose hus
band is undoubtedly a lover of good " bour
bon" was known to walk two miles to sign
her name to the paper.
Three young lads were arrested by Con
stable Lytlo, one day last week, for jump
ing on the cars while in motion. They
were taken before a justice and promptly
fined. This was done in accordance with
the Borough Ordinance, which we thiuk is
an oxcellout law. Mr. Lytle informs us
that hereafter ho will arrest all persons
caught in the act, bo they old or young.
Juniata County. From the Juniata Sen
tinel of last week we copy the following :
The Thompsons shipped a car load of
horses to Philadelphia last Friday. Per
sons who saw them represent them as first
class horses, and the finest lot shipped from
this county for many months. It was the
second lot that the Thompson's shipped
this season. If you have a good horse to
sell give them a call.
On Saturday employes of Solomon Siober
were driving a fat steer from Licking
Creek to the latter's place. All went well
till Patterson was reached. There the ani
mal frightened and ran up the railroad in
to the "deep cut," where it encountered a
locomotive, which knocked it off the track
and broke its legs. The steer was then
killed.
1 s m .
Uriel- ItoiiiH.
A largo portion of the workmen at Dun
cannon, are still idle.
The roads In this county, were probably
never in a worse condition, than since the
snow of Tuesday last.
Wild geese were flying Northward last
week, and blue birds and robins have made
their appearance.
Miss Annie Graham, of Dnncannon,
fainted away while in the Presbyterian
Church at that place, on Sunday a week.
The cause of the trouble was bad ventila
tion. The Rev. Mr. Miller of Ohio, will preach
in the German Reformed Church in El
liottsburg, on Saturday evening March 7th.
Some scamps in Grcencastlo, aro spoil
ing ladies dresses, by squirting tobacco
juice on tnem as tney walk the streets.
The town council of that plaoo, have of
fered a reward of fifty dollars for their dis
covery and conviction.
Mr. Wm. Walter, living near Hightown,
was hauling wood on the forenoon of the
10th ult. After dinner be told his wife be
did not feel well and went to bed. In about
ten minutes, after he bad retired, bis wife
found him doad in bed.
Foxes must be more plenty in this than
in adjoining counties, or else the matter is
larmed to better advantage, Judging by
the amount paid for scalps last year.
Franklin Co., paid $17.00. Cumberland
$209.00 and Perry $400.00 on fox scalp
oraers.
To Country Merchants. A vouniz man
who has had 10 years experience, and is
thoroughly familiar with the business of a
country store, and mercantile business
generally, desires an engagement. The
best of references furnished from all former
employers. Communications addressed to
" Clkiik." care of the editor of this paper,
will receive prompt attention.
Matrimonial. Two young and educated
lgentlemen of Duncannon, desire corre
V spondence with a suitable number of ladies.
Object-rfun, mutual improvement, and
perhapi matrimony. Address
Robert or John, - ,
It Duncannon, Pa.
Mill Tor Rent. To a good Miller, with
a small family. Apply personally to
ABRAHAM GOOD,
Liverpool Steam Mills,
Perry co., Pa.
For ReuU-'-A house and small ban
barn with garden and eight acres of clear
land, i mile south of Bloomfleld, near
Burnett's mill, in Centre twp., now occu
pied by Mrs. Baxter, will be rented for
one year, from the first day of April, 1874.
The said property Jn also for sale and
is a desirable home.
C. Roth, Executor of
Feb. 23, 1874 4t McOlintock's estate.
Seeds and Plants.
C. C. True Cape Cod Cranberry, best
C, sort for Upland, Lowlaud, or Gar
den, by mail, prepaid, $1.00 per 100, $3.00
per 1.000. A price Catalogue, of this and
all Fruits, Ornamental Trees, Evergreens,
Shrubs, Bulbs, Roses, ' Plants, &c, and
FHE8H; FLOWER AND GARDEN
SEEDS, ' the choicest collection in the
country, with all novelties, will be sent
gratis to any plain address. 95 sorts of
either Flower, Garden, Tree, Fruit, Ever
green, or Herb Seeds, for $1.00, sent by
mail, prepaid. WHOLESALE CATA
LOGUE TO THE TRADE. ,
B. M. WATSON, Old Colony Nurseries
and Seed Warehouse, Plymouth, Mass.
Established 1842. 1
Stone and Earthen Ware. The sub
scribers, proprietors of the Juniata Pottery,
near Newport, desires to give noice that
tbey are keeping up a full variety of stone
and earthen ware, and are prepared to
promptly fill orders for all goods in their
line at low' prices. Post office address,
Newport, Perry co., Pa. ,
6 6m. M. & T.' Miller.
Store Stand for Sale -A first class canal
Grocery Stand with every convenience, sit
uated one mile south of Liverpool and in
a good neighborhood. The subscriber
wishing to go west, will sell at a bargain to
the purchaser. For further particulars,
call at the residence or address,
WILLIAM FRY,
CO 13t Liverpool, Perry Co., Pa.
Focket-Book Lost. The subscriber lost
in this borough or vioinity, a pocket-book
containing about $4.80, and a number of
valuable papers. Any person finding and
returning tho same, will be suitably re
warded. Wilsok M. Bakkr,
Centre twp., Feb. 24, 18748 t
Engine and Boiler. Any person want
ing a good 40 horse power boiler, with
engine and all compluto, can obtain ono nt
less than half price, by addressing
JonN F. Goon,
tf . Liverpool. Perry Co., Pa.
Church Notices.
In tho M. E. Church nreachinir on Sun
day morning noxt. Prayer meeting on
Iftursday evening.
Lutheran Service Preaching in the Lu
theran church next Sabbath at 2 o'clock
D. m. Catechetical instructions on Hatnr-
day at 10 o'olock.
Preaching in the Presbyterian Church
next Sabbath at 11 A. M., and 7 P.M.
Prayer-meeting on Wednesday evening.
E7" We notice that the Agricultural papers
all over the country recommend the use of
Sheridan's Cavalry Condition Powders Ex
change. 137 Farmers and others In this section have
long known and appreciated tho advantage of
these powders over all others.
l-tf " Their name is Legion," may be ap
plied to those who die annually of Consump
tion, although science has of late years sensibly
diminished their number. It Is gratifying to
know that the general use of Dr. Wlstar's Bal
sam of Wild Cherry Is largely instrumental in
attaining this end.
County Trice Current.
BLOOMriKLD, March 2, 1874.
Flaxseed 1 Wi
Potatoes, &
Butter V pound 23 cents.
Eggs ft dozen, 15 "
Dried Apples ft pound, Octs "
Dried Teaches 812cts.ya.
Pealed reaches, 12 Q 18 cts. "
Cherries 5 cts. "
" Pitted 15 18 cts.
Blackberries, , 6S cts. "
Onions V bushel 75 "
NEWPOItT MARKETS.
Corrected Weekly by Rough Brother.
DKALEHS IN
Cil? A.IIV cSc PRODUOK.
NEWrOHT, March 2, 1674.
Flour, Extra 17 00
" Super. 4 CO
White Wheat V bu 165al 00
Bed Wheat 1508155
Kye 70675
Corn CO055
Oats f) 32 pounds 40
Barley 75
Clover Seed 4 0004 50
Timothy Seed 2 60
Flax Seed 1 60
Potatoes, co 50
Ground Alumn Bait 1 90 1 90
Limeburner's Coal 2 40
Btove Coal, 5 50 6 00
Pea Coal s 20 1
Smith Coal, 25cts.ll bus.
Cross Tie.!, feet long , 60 50 cents
Bacon SOS
FISH, SALT, LIMB AND COAL,
OI all kinds always on hand and lor sale at the
lyoweai Market rules.
y Five per cent off for Cash.
CARLISLE PRODUCE MARKET.
COKHHCTED WEEKLY.
HI . WOODWAHD BON.
Carlisle, March 2. 1874.
Family Flour 17.50
Superfine Flour 4.50
Superfine Rye Flour 4.50
White Wheat, 1.65
Red Wheat ...,150
Rye 75
Cora. 66
Oats .; 48
Cloverseed 4.75
Timotliyieed 2.75
Flaxseed, 1 go
O. A. Salt 1.75
Philadelphia Price Current.
COBKECTED WEEKLY DT
J. O. McNuujditon, Jo. Eahelnun. W. D. Knhelman
J. C ITIfXaiiglitoii & Co.,
(EaUblUhed 1887.)
(Successors to Postlethwaite, McNaughton & Co.,)
General Commission Merchants,
No. 264 South Front St.
ConsiifnraenU of Lumber, Grain, Fruit, Poultry, Butte
EtfK, Uauifl, ho.. nuIiuIUh!.
ruiI.AUKi.niiA. February 28, 1874.
Flour Superfine, I 3 50 4 25
" Extra, 4 25 6 00
" Fancy 7 00 8 50
White Wheat. 1 80 1 85
Red Wheat, 1 65 1 05
Rye, 85 90
Cloverseed, 6 7 per
Timothy Seed, 2 75 2 75 bush
Corn, 73 75
Oats, white, . 65 00
Oats, mixed, 57 62
Lard, country, 9 per
Onions, red and yellow, 4 60 6 00perbbl
Eggs, 23 22
Butter prime roll 30 .12
" common, 16 20
Wool washed, 40 42 pert.
" unwashed 25 30 per a
Spring Chickens, IS 17 "
Live " 13 14 "
Feathers LI vstieeae prime, 60 05 "
" " " Inferior, 25 35 "
Why nothava a Baautifal Complexion?
WHt Bl Alt MOVED WITH
CHAPPED HANDS oh ROUCH SKIN?
whtn such au agreeable tud etl actual
REMEDY VAX B E OBTAIN EI)
AT SO SMALL A COST.
BY U8INQ WBiailT'8
ALC0N1TED OLYCEIUSE TABLET."
Bold by Druggists ft Dealers In Toilet Arttoles. 00
Bhoackrn Octsbalu On tho 85th nit., at
the residence of the bride's father, by Elder
Peter Long, Mr. James K. Bhoacken, to Miss
Mary Outshall, both of Toboyne township,
rcrry county, fa.
Newkirk Smbltzeb. On the 23rd nil., at
the Lutheran Parsonage In Newport, by the
Kev. A. It. Angbe, Mr. John Newkirk, or New
port, to Miss Llssle Bmeltzcr, of Miller town
ship, Perry connty, Pa. ,
ETCHnKROEH Nail. On the 2.rth ult.. at
the residence of Mr. James Oardner, by Rev.
A. 11. Aughe, Mr. Simon O. Etchbcrger, or
Falllnir Waters. Berklev ennntv. Vs.. to Miss
Josephine Nail, of Newport, Fa.
Burchvield Brown At the residence of
the bride's sister, Mrs. Allen, near Towanrla,
Bradford county, Pa on the 28th nit,, by the
Rev. Stewart. Hon. L. Burchflold. and Mrs.
Josephine Brown, both of Juniata county.
Cunningham Sidi.k. On the 17th ult.. bv
Kev. D. M. Blackwcldcr, Mr. R. M. Cunning
ham, of Milford township, and Mrs. Mary E.
Sidle, of Patterson, Juniata county. Pa.
Varner Varnkr. On the 18th nit., by E.
W. H. Knelder, Esq.. Peter Varner. of Fayette
township, Juniata county, and Miss Sue K.
varner, 01 liarrec, Huntingdon county, Pa.
Allen Reed. At the residence of the
brldo's parents, on Thursday the 19th nit., by
Rev. H. C. Bhlndle, Mr. John H. Allen and
MIbs Alice F. Reed, both of Bcale township,
Juniata county.
Aiirams. In this borough, on the 20th of
February, 1874, Mr. Joseph Abrams, aged- 56
years and 2 months.
Xew Advertisements.
Dissolution of C'O'Partucrshlp.
THE firm of Martin (!ronh. In Blain, Perry
county, Pa., will bo dissolved by mutual con
sent on Thursday, March liKh. 1S74. All persons
Indebted to the llrm are requested to settle their
accounts by note or otherwise, by April 1. 1874.
MARTIN & GROSH.
The undersigned will continue the business at
the old stand, where he will keep constantly ou
hand a full supply of all kinds of Morcliaudlsu
usually kept in a country store, which he will sell
lor CASH or PRODUCE only.
UfclO. H. MARTIN.
Blain, Feb. 24, 1874. 6t
TT1ETTY
rttlNTS
SPRING
TYLES
ONLY 10 CENTS a YARD
CAN BE HAD OF F. MORTIMER.
A VALUABLE
STEAM TANNERY
At Private Sale 1
THE subscriber having concluded to enter Into
another branch of business, oilers his
Steam Tannery,
At private sale. Itislnffnod running order and
capable of
Tanning 3000 Hides per Year !
The water that, the Tannery Is supplied with Is
supplied with Is conveyed from a spring, and is of
the best quality for Tanning purposes. There are
6 LARGE (new) LEECHES,
02 LAY-AWAY VATS.
8 HANDLERS,
BATES, LIMES, SWEATS,
HIDE-BREAKER, LEATHER ROLLER. CEN'
, TIUFUGAL LIQUOR l'UMF, &c. The
ENCINE AND BOILER
Are In good condition, with every convenience
necessary.
O BARK can be had In abundance, at low
figures.
ar The Tannery Is located at NEW BLOOM
FIKLD, l'erry county, l'a., a very pleasant town,
with good society, iood Schools, Academy and
four churches. For further particulars, call on or
address
SAM'L. ALEX. FEALE,
Feb.l7, 1874.J NewBloomlleld, l'erry co.. Piu
watt rnrnz,
CtriUNG JJMETTY
& TYLES -si ,4 TERNS
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