WI-I.LH VALM.V. TlianhHK'viiiK Services and Sun day School Convention Combined. Tho Twenty -First Annual Con vention of the Wells Valley S. S. Association met in tho Mission Sabbath school room at Wells Tannery, on Thursday morning, November 29, 1900. According to the usual custom, the convention opened with a Thanksgiving sermon. Rev. II. S. Bickel, minister in charge of Bothel church, New Grenada, de livered tho sermon, which had been carefully prepared and was well delivered. After tho deliv ery of the sermon, tho convention was organized by the president, James W. Barnett, taking the chair and tho election of E. A. Ilorton secretary the secretai'y of tho convention not being pres ent. Tho minutes of the last con vention were read and approved. A vote of thanks was tendered the minister for his excellent sermon, in opposition,however,to his most earnest protest. After considerable discussion on the question, "Why the people generally do not attend Thanks giving services better?" partici pated in by S. P. Wishart, W. II. Spangler and Rev. Bickel, the convention adjourned for dinner. AKTEUNOON. The convention convened at 1.30 o'clock, and a praise service of a half hour was conducted by Rev. Bickel. At the close of this service a committee on nomina tion of officers and place of hold ing next convention was appoint ed, consisting of tho following persons: Thomas Ramsay, Mrs. E. A. Horton, James Lockard, Mrs. John A. Wishart and Z. 1'. Horton. A committee on resolu tions was also appointed at this time, consisting of the following named persons: Rev. H. S. Bick el, Harvey Wishart and J. G. Cunningham. The regular programme was then taken up. The Address of Welcome bojng in order, Miss Alice E. Wishart stepped forward, and in a very hearty and earnest tone bade the people welcome to the village and to the convention. The response to the welcome was delivered by Rev. Bickel. In a very hearty manner, he expressed the thanks of the convention for tho warm welcome it had received. The first question for discus sion, Why are we here? was opened by James Lockard, fol lowed by J. G. Cunningham. Mr. Lockard did exceedingly well in his presentation of tho subject so well in fact that Mr. Cunningham concluded that it was no use to say more, and so he reserved his strength for sub jects that were to follow. During tho general discussion of the question, the convention was very agreeably surprised to see step in, B. W. Peck, of Mc Connellsburg, one of tho fore most sabbath school workers of the county. Previous to tho meeting, the officers of the convention had a list of questions printed for tho use of the convention, to be used instead of the query box. There were 25 of these questions and tho discussion of some of thorn brought out many good thoughts. "Name three of tho most essen tial qualifications of a successful superintendent," was referred to S. P. Wishart, who opened tho subject, and it was further dis cussed by Bickel, Cunningham, and Spangler. "How do you dis pose of tho Review Sunday?" was referred to W. II. Spangler. jj'Should tho pastor ever bo su perintendent of tho Sunday school?" to J. G. Cunningham; "To what extent should supple mental work be used?" to Mrs. E. A. Ilorton; "How can wo in duce the scholars to study their lessons before coming to Sunday scholo?" to Prof. Peck, and "How should officers and teachers bo appointed?" to A. P. Baker. These questions were all ably dis cussed. After tho discussion the convention adjourned uutil evoning. EVENING. Tho convention assembled at 7 o'clock. Devotional services were conducted by Prof. Pock. Owing to the absence of the president, Mr. Wm. H. Spangler filled the chair. "What's New? What Helps? What Hinders?" was then discussed by Prof. B. W. ,Pock Jn a very able manner. "Sunday school Management" was next taken up and "Should the super intendent uso a bell?" was refer red to A, (). Griffith. "(Jan a scnooi ie sueeessiui without ai teachers' mooting for the study of tholessou?" was referred to S. 1'. Wishart. ,"How best teach tem perance in tho Sunday school?" to Rev Bickel; and "What is tho best way to increase the regular weekly attendance and offering?" to George W. Sipo. A lively dis cussion followed iu all of these questions. "Greatness of Sabbath school Work" was opened by Rev. 1 tickle followed by Z. P. Horton. Each of these gentlemen gave an entertaining and useful talk on the subject. Tho subject was further discussed by Prof, Peck, Wishart and others. Reports of Committees being uo'xt in order, tho committee on placo and nomination of officers reported tho following: Place of holding next convention, Wells Valley M. E. church; time, next Thanksgiving day. Officers: president, Goo. A. Stewart; vice president, Levi Truax; secretary, E. A. Ilorton; Treasurer, S. P. Wishart. Tho rc2X)rt was ac cepted and tho above named per sons elected. Tho Committee on Resolutions then reported tho following: 1. Whereas tho convention has proven to be bo an important fac tor in Sunday school work in this district, and, whereas, the inter est manifested on tho part of the members of the several schools of the district is not such as will bring the best results; Therefore, be it resolved, That tho school be better represented and thereby increase the interest. 2. Resolved, That as a conven tion, we extend our thanks to the citizens of Wells Tannery for their kind hospitality, aud also to tho choir for tho excellout mu sic during the convention Rev. H. S. Bickel, Hauvey Wishaht, J. G. Cunningham, Committee. A committee was then appoint ed by the president to see if it would be advisable to organize a Normal Training Class, and the following named persons were appointed: Rev. Bickel, Thomas Ramsey, Harry Truax, A. P. Baker aud Samuel P. Wishart. The committee conferred and an nounced that they would meet at Wells Tannery Decern ber 0. Tho report of the acting treas urer showed a balance on hand of 9 cents, after which a collection was taken amounting to' 1.21. Tho convention was then adjourn ed. Tho convention proceedings were interspersed with music furnished by the Mission S. S. choir. All the people in attend ance appeared to be happy and glad they wcro there. It was a day well spent. 7-v' , S. C. YEAKLE has rented the Blueksiriith shop down :tt Ayr in the ig Cove and is pre pared to do all work in his line promptly, at reasonable rates, and in a workmanlike manner. Local Institute. The first local institute of Bel fast, was held at Needmore, last Friday evening, with Mr. Levi Morton as president. The subjects discussed were I. "How to securo best results in teaching advanced History." 2. "Seat work for first and second grades." Prof. Chosnut in his talk said ho thought reproduction work of '.irst and second grades has been neglected to a groat extent by a majority of tho teachers the last year. 3. "Illustrations as a factor in teaching." 4. "Physiology, primary and advanced." Dr. Garthwaito gave a very in teresting talk for both pupils aud teachers on latter subject. Tho subjects were discussed by tho teachers. Boiiidos tho six teachers of the homo township, were, Messrs James Reefer and Sam Martin iu;d Miss Stella Bard, of Ayr; Miss Olive Hess aud Mr. Clouser of Bethel; Mr. W. 10. Stein, of Itrush Creek, Mr. Lorenzo Truax of Licking Crook; and Mr. Har vey Sharp, of Thompson. The discussions were inter spersed with music by tho school. Au organ had "boon secured for (ho occasion, and tho manner iu which tho music was delivered shows much credit duo to Prof. Palmor, tho teacher. ft: NEW FURNITURE STORE On Aain Street in Chambcrsburjr. we have opened at No. 104 South Main St. stock of 1 line hi IPeirlor, Bedroom, and Parlor FURNITURE, t5 Iron and Brass Beds, Mirrors, Screens, House Desks, Toilet Tables, Hall Seats, Piano Benches, China Clos ets, Etc. we have at our old office room, No. 55 fel Queen Street, I DINING ROOM FURNITURE $& Desks, wardrobes, Book Cases, Looking Glasses, Up- i St S3 holstery Goods, Trimmings, Etc Large Stock of 3-Fold SCREENS j Couches, Fancy Rockers, Tabourets, Plant Stands, Hall 'M H. SIERER & CO., Furniture Makers. uw2w&&& msxmmmm in A Keen Clear Ilraln. Your bust feelings, your social posi tion or business success depend large ly on the perfect action of your Stom ach and liver. Dr. Kind's New Life Pills jflve increased strength, a ljeen, clear brain, hljfh ambition. A 25 cent box will make you feel liko a new be intf. Sold by W. S. Dickson, druggist. Notice. The firm of lless & Kvcretts has been mutually dissolved, Mr. Kverets buying the interests of Mr. Hess. All persons indebted to tho firm will kind ly como and settle sumo, IlKSS & EVEHETS, Dickeys Mountains, I'u. Nov. 17, l'.tOO. $ INSTITUTE! t Paid Dear l or II is Leg. H. D. niunton of Thackervillo, Tex. in two years paid over $.'00.00 to doc tors to cure a Running Sore on his leg. Then they wanted to cut it olT, but he cured it with one box of ISuck li n's Arnica Salvo, (iuai anteed cure forPii's. 2.JCIH-. u box. Sold by W. 3. Dickson, Druggist. Howard sou of Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Culler of Brewer's Mill is spending this week with his aunt Mrs. M. A. Kelley of this place. Oranges, Lemons, Prunes, 'Kaisins, Currants, and Cocoanuts, all new goods, at Robinson's. Help is needod at onco when a per son's life is In danger. A neglected cough or cold may soon become se rious and should be stopped at once. Oue Minute Cough Cure quickly cures coughs and colds and the worst cases of croup, bronchitis, grippe and other throat and lung troubles. Trout's Drug Store. . Joseph Funk aud his brot her L. W. of Belfast sp out Monday in town. Vhon the stomach is tired out it must have a rest, but wo can't live without food. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure "digests what you eat" so that you can eat all the good food you want while it is restoring the digestive or gans to health. It is the only prepa ration that digests all kinds of food. Trout's Drug Store. P. K. McClain and J. II. Ed wards spent Mouday night iu town. When you need a soothing and heal ing antiseptic application for any pur pose, use the original DoWitt's Witch Hazel Salve, a well known euro for piles and skin diseases. It heals sores without leaving a scar. Beware of counterfeits. Trout's Drug Store. Mrs. Lottio Over and son Ed gar Fulton came over from Bed ford last Thursday, and aro stay ing at the Washington House. Don't use any of the counterfeits of DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. Most of them aro worthless or liable to cause Injury. The original DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is a certain cure for piles, eczemu, cuts, scalds, burns, sores and skin diseases. Trout's Drug Store. Mr. and Mrs. I). A. Fisher of Way nesboro, spent from Saturday until Monday with the family of D. 11. Snyder in Belfast township. Dyspepsia Cure Digests what you eat. It artificially digests the food aud alda Nature la strengthening aud recon structing the exhausted digestive or gam. It lathe latestdiscovereddigest aat aud tonic. No other preparation can approach It In efficiency. It In stantly relieves and permanently cures Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Heartburn, Flatulence, Sour Stomach, Nausea, Sick Headache, Oastralgla.Crampsand all other results of Imperfect digestion. Price 60o. and II. Larue alie contain. timet tin all Mm. Hook 411 about dytpepiiatualladln. Pr.partd fcy E. C. C.WITT A CO.. Chicago. Trout'H OrUK Store. Klcgunt is tho proper word for such a lot of Trimmed and Un trlmmcd Hals that I havo receiv ed especially ror institute. We have a full line of Felt, Velvet, Chenille, Silk, and Chif fon Huts, lleady-lo-wear hats, carriage, reception, dinner, walk ing hats, and Children's soft, felt,, knock-about hats. 1 1'ATIII'RS. Ostrich plumes mid fancy fealh ers, quills, wings, birds, ducks, coquos, and breats, from 2, ets. to M.ilO. Also, a full line of rib bons, silks, velvets everything found in a llrsl class millinery store. Call, examine goods, and be convinced . Mrs. A. F LITTLE, Bon Ton Store Trustee's Sale ofValuable Real Estate. ON SATTK1IAV. KlCl.MDKH 120, 1(100. Till) uudci'MlL'Ticd, Trustoe unnnluti-il liv tin' Orplmns' Court, of full on vouuly lo null llio rein esinii' m .iuiiii-s una AI1111.M10I. Mnit.luit or Ili'UMli Crm!k lownslilii. .lewiisi'd. wIIIiiiIim' ill pnhjlusitli! on ! he 11 hove riiimr'l n.ni 1 lie In u residence of Oie tleeenveil. iilioul onc-h;ilf uiilH south of the "Mellvaiue Hotel, "In Hrush (.'reek township, Kulton county, I'll., two tracts of vuitmnie rem estate, to wit: Tract No. I, tlio"Muusi(iu Tract," contnlnln IHtl ueres and SI perches, nent measure, about louueresor wincn ure cleaieil nml Iu a hlirli stale of cultivation, uuil the balance In tiooil i-iue auo uuu iiinner. 'me miindvemeuts eon nisi 01 u i.AKiiK UW ,l.u.(l IK IIISK LA III HAMv 1IAKN, nearly new, Wiiboo shed Spring house. Smoke house. Small Kruuu: iiweiunt? House, nua other oul-huildiUh's. (jooil quality of Limestone on the farm. The premises ure well watered, with rtnmliiK water at the house; un Orchard of ull kinds of choice f run. Tract No. J. containlnn Ml acres and II peienes,ueat measure. About )'M acres clear ed una In u fair state of cultivation, the bal auee In youuir I'lne 11111I OmIi timber. The Im provements consist of a L(XJ 1JAKX ami I.OU s TA 1 U.K. 1 ue iruetN win oe onereu together, orsepa lutejy, 10 sun llie pill causers, Snle to commence ut I o'clock V. M. TK11MS: Ten per cent, of hid when nroper- i.v is KimtTKcu uown, oue-uuir (including the IU per cent) on coiilirniutiou of sale, anil the 0,1111 lice iu one year iroin conlli iuallou of sale, wun interest,, secured bv judgment. W. SCOTT ALKXANDK.lt. Uec. 0, IHiO, 3t Trustee, License Notice. IN THE (tOl'KT OF ytJAUTKK SESSIONS IJD UUUN COUNTY. It Is ordered that nil unnllcutlous for license for the Mile of vinous, spuRuus, mult, or brow ed liquors, wholesale or retail, fur the year iwui, will ue ncuru on Tuesday, the Ifiih day of .luiiuary. null, at lo o'clock 11. in., ut which time ull persons applying or making objections 10 uijio-.ii.ioiis, mui oe ncuru oy evidence. PC' uiion. reiiiouMriince or cumisel. There must he 110 conimuuieaUoti at any time with Die Judges personally upon the si.lijeet, by letter 01 .ui.v ouit-i piivuie wuv. The lielltlon, veriiled bv nnldmrlt of aimllount. shull be In coiiloriiut.v with the reiiulri'inents 01 iiieueisoi AsseiuiMV. juitgmenl bond shall be executed in llie penal sum of if 4HH, wllh no Jes man t w o reputable lreeholdersof the coun ty us Kurelies, each of llieiii 10 be u bona lUlt owner ot ri al esU lo In the county of Kulton worth, over and above all lneiiiiilu-nue.es, the 1-11111 11I Ilonil eoliditiouell lorthe faith ful observance of ull llie laws relating to the si lling or lurnisiiing or liquors, uiul to pay ull damages which -h.ill be recovered ag.iiiisi the lit-eli-.ee. una nil cosis. lines nut! penalties men niii.v of imposed on nun unuer any indict nient for violating mild laws: and t he mire! In, n,;iy be required lo appear iu Court uud justify 1.114111 O.l III. The Court shall iu nil cases refuse tha appli cation 111. ue v t'i , ut 1 ue opinion 01 llie court I111 ving due regard to t lie hum her a nil eliaruelei of the petltlone rs tor and against tin, applica tion, such license is not ncces-,urv for llie ac commodation of the public unit ent erl.uliimcut ol strangers uuil travelers, or limit he upplic unl is 1101 a 1,1 person 10 tioni suen license Mioutu be grunted. I'elllioiis to be tiled wllh the Clerk of tho Court not later tmni Monday, llie 'JJth day of lie eeiuhf r, I KK', Obje el ions unit reuioiislruu. ces to he Med not later limn Tuesday, the Hth day of Juiuiui v. hill. I -Ik u sullleient 'cause be ing shoivuor proof being Hindu lotheCourt that the parly hoMing license hu violated any law of the Coinmou w cult h relalit-g to Uie sale of liquors, lie; Courl shall, upon 1101 ice being giv en to the pcr.-jin licensed, revoke the license. Hv the ( 'ourt, SAMUEL MoC. SWOPE, Attest: P.J, KKA.N'K 1'. LYNCH, Cletk (J. S. Dec. 11, luotj. fWv- r : t F''.fJ ..!. K-A- r 0000000H00H0 0K0H 000A00 ll't, i 0 5 1 .,.i;c-r-.'r'.""'V-''-.-;'- ),.v f ' ' i '-fi l t-'.i.it -' : m;-x ;i''f-;?j :l ' ' - ' lax-, ., "kT.-r,':-i v - ! '-. i.VrTT''"' ' Y-f.' ' j fi" " . v 5 M - ' . ; CJ CHRISTMAS , IsAhead.but we are aheQcj tt CHRISTMAS5 PATTERSON'S STORE, McConncIlsburg, Penna. Two Floors and a Base ment each sevonty-tive feet in length by twenty-five in width just packed with Gen eral Merchandise. A full and complete stock of Dry Goods. Cashmeres, Ginghams, Cali coes, Muslins, Shirtings Linens, Towelings. Clothing. Overcoats, Men's and Boys' Suits, Overalls, Underwear, &c. Hats and Caps In Rreat variety Boots and Shoes. The most reliablo makes at lowest prices. Carpets. Rag, Ingrain, Mattings, &c. Hardware. You can hardly miss getting anything you want. Groceries. A full line of Syrups, Coffees, Teas, Spices &c. Tobacco and Cigars no better. Harness, Trunks, Notions, Jewelry, and in fact we try to keep any and everything called for by the people of our county. DR. STEVENS, Dentist, M'CONNNELLSBUKG, PA. (irtiJiiMtc of I', of I. Ten enrs' I'xper fence, limes -tiohl. Platinum. Silver Alu minum, Ct-llDloid, Hutiin-r, mid 1 tul (her Alumi num liut'il. Mutul with Htiliiifi- A itiniiment. -ltfc-w from $.3.00 up. HrUlLfi'.s. Kli'hmoiul i'idwun Lokuij CruwuK, C'okl (litps. lMutiiuilit Cups, iSiU, I illinj; ir Nulurul Tooth u Specialty uud itll work (iiirti'tintcej. Inroruiuilou by mini or Iu pernou. THE HARRISONVILLE INN, AT Harrisonville, Pa. On tho Turnpike nix iuIW'h west of Mc(?on tuiUNluirtf. ThiK ohl and popular liotel stuml him betsu entirely ruluiilt, utiwly furnihhed and 1h under new niuuntuiitmt. 1'ljHt CIuhh AettDUiiiioilulioiH, Delightful lloiiie for Hummer Hourdeix. iiutes tcmtsouuble. Spoulul Attention to Transient Owiom THDMAS s. MKTI. Kit, I'roprleior. t. TUT 11 1 j T . 1 icuonnensDurg eaKery. DAVY LITTLE, Proprietor. Bread, Rolls. Cakes, and Pretzels on hand all the time. Bake Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Free delivery in town on bake days. Your lutrunuf;o Solicited. v n PfliiAiiTJimrnfinn A. n, dinuLLLHDMurin, PLUMBER, STEAM and V HOT WATER JT FITTER. All Work Guaranteed. Prices Reasonable. McCONNELLSBURG, PA. EDWARD BRAKE, Fashionable Barber Oue Door EukI of "Fulton Houno," MeCONNKLUSnUHll. PA. Fii-st-clusH sluiviiiK uud Hiiir CulllUH Cluuu lowel for evurvcuhtouiur. 9 o 0 0 Call and see the pretty things already here th - I t'i vance guard of the Christmas provision. Looking around invnlvps nn nMlnt! x o ""ianuii 10 niirl . 111 rip cnase, we are giaa to nave your present prais ti We will let the future take care of itself. A HALF HOUR ti in our Store will prove a liberal education in the l test phases of The licautiful in Art. Respectfully, v TAUNT A IDtinx, UWlllN I u in WUN. 0, 0 0 0. 0 0 0 0 PiUUVfVl'MUMUM .000p P000iX AT "Our Native Herbs," Tim OilKimtl lloib C'ompouuil. 'llio Great ItluoJ l'urlflur, KUncy unil l iver Hcguliitor. Cutirantwd by our UKGISTKU1CD CUAKANTKH to euro all ilisoasos ai iKing from I.mpuiu-: Uukmj and ln ai.'Uvo Livkh or Kidnkys. 200 Days' Treatment $1.00, MAIUCK ANYWHKU!'!, THIS UOl.LAH II.VCU IT VOl! AUK NOT CI KI D. 1 InivB umimI "Our Nuilvo HoiIim" for Neural uiu or Hip Stidiiuiili Unit 1 luul for :;r yt'iiiM, und ilu:y luivi; tnuvil inu. Kl'lor nil olhur rtimeilieK lullutl, U link, now litMjii four yi-um hlnco It OIU-01I iiiti, unit u fuw (lOKUH illd It. John E. Cami'Iihu., KuoIinvIIIo, Pu, J. A. ALLKU. Knobsvlllu, I'a. Mudlclna niullcJ upon Kcevlpt of prloa. See the bin 0nn 1 ing of Fall and VViil Ccntrallv LocatcdStore, te Coo.os- HnnrnrU. MH . 0l,r .HinCry WIENER'S vf'.y mi 2! .j feyonu comparis i ( ) , i i. ! t t J r ?, or tuiiiuemioii. atvie una licautv reini siinr.ml 1i m. m . . . . . . r 'S v-v trices lower tnan tne lowest. We carry a special line of Laces, All-over and Ail r,v; pnque, wa uioves, Hosiery, buttons, Jet and G ;o Trimming, Dress Goods and everything with whici to make a dress. Trimmed Hats from Xfc to 5,oo4 $ or any prre. Can suit all. ; i ti M - 4 ;h :!i .' i ; i ' 1 : ( i t i I '.S3 ;!5 lit : l ! " A. U. Nace & Sons. Ao have lOO Overcoat all ologant tlosigns and VERY CHEAP. A great stock of Mon's, Boys' and Childreu's Sufts. iii We are Never Undersold h . Wo buy for cash; hence, get best prices. Wo giveyi j benefit of this. h Elegant Stock of Ready Made Trousers. We always have any price and stylo of goods for suit jjj If you -want a suit made to order, we know how to out ai: make it, for we are Masters of the Art. ii ; a t 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 ill 'i m m m m m m m m m m m m 0 m m m m m m m m m m m 'fmmmmm mmm mm i Marry Me, Jack, and Buy thq p Ring at Evans' i Where you will find a full line of Solid Gold Kings, PlaiJ T Kings, Engraved Band Rings, and Ret Rings. nuesi lino 01 Also e".') ti c ".) t-"i r. 1 i" ' f '1 i-" "i v 1 i-i c ) I- ' t- "t 1,'"" ': Solid Gold Opal Rings ever shown in this county. Prices right, too. Many styles of Gold Pilled aud Silver llraeelots, SU-v ling Silver Novelties, Ebony novelties, Gold Pons, Fountain Pons, ivc, &. The largest stock of Spectacles in tho county. Fine Engraving and Monogram work done while you wail . luy your presents where you can have thoni engv;iu v ) at a small cost. Engraving a namo on a prerent doubles its villi"'. Watch Repairing 1 aspeacilty. Enough said. You catch on. Cull and a"01"' pies of work. Yours for Itusiness, Evans, The Jeweler. Opposite the Post Office. Teums ov Uouht. , . The HrNt term of the CourtK of l"'ulton coud ty la the yetir hlmll uoiiiiiii'iiue on the Tuesday followluK the Heuoud Monday of Juuuut-y, tit 10 o'clock A. M. The Keeontl term comiiieDUON on tho third Muniluy of Miu-cli. ut ! o'ulouk 1. M. '1'lie third term ou tho Tuusduy next follow ing the Hecoud Mouduy of J uuo ut 10 o'ulouk A. M. Te fourth term on the Unit Mouduy of Ooto ber, at t o'ulouk I'. M. , .HKICK. Judrfe Morton will furnlnh brick at hU kiln at this place on and after July 30th. McConnellsburFt' Passenger, Frcijl"JIK Express Li- R. C. AIcOuaM. Pr0P uu bAt,T ;, I.eftlii(f MoOonnellsliurif .rn'" 11 mhlilUK coiinuulion wll" "" Sjl'. It. H. , ,, oiil""" Kui Virulnir luuvo Kurt I.nuili'J' ' lllie eveuliiu trulu ou S. 1 '''I'lm"" , l m prepureu iu "..ii itu ureiM to make eouuuctiou " LouiUoQ, J