" THE FULTON COUNTY NEWS, McCONNELLSBUEO, FA. INTERESTING PARAGRAPHS tad Oenertl nterent, Oitbcrcd i l( norat or wuppeu irm oar Exchanges. CONDENSED FOR HURRIED READERS Miss Elizabeth Taylor who has ii -i-ii i nu:i delphia, is home for the vacation. Grocer Scott Runyan left for crinfffied. Ohio, hi 8 lormer gpwt'O home, last Friday, to be gone i week. Mr. E. H. Deshongr, of Frank lin county, visited his sister, Mrs John P. Sipes last Friday and Saturday. John Snyder of Knobsville was . . i. J -i-L ln A. -l i l . an inceresieu uiceuucuit ui uie Reformed Sunday school in town last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Wible, near Hustontown, helped swell the crowd of ' shoppers in town last Saturday. The Harrisonville Band will hold a Fourth of July Celebration and Basket Picnic in Hoop's Grove on Saturday, July 3rd. Blls later. Edward Fisher, of Needmore, brought Robert Peck to McCon nellsburjf Monday in Edward's pony cart, and remained in town during the day. Mr. Frank Ray, of Union town ship, made a business trip to Mc Connellsburg Monday, and inci dentally advanced his subscrip tion to the News. Samuel W. Peck, radio-electri cian on the Dreadnaught Ver mont, i s spending a thirty-day furlough among relatives iu this place and in Bedford. Mrs. Arthur Schropp (Cather ine Eitemiller) and son Arthur, of Salem, 0., are visiting the Comerer families and other rela tives in this community. On Tuesday, Mrs. L. W. Seylar entertained about eighteen lady friends at a picnic luncheon at Rest House, top of Cove moun tain on the-Lincoln Highway. The people of Mt Zion church on Timber Ridge will hold an ice cream festival on the church grounds Saturday evening, June 9, 1915. Everybody invited. Mrs. John Lamaster, her son Daniel and his wife and four chil dren, all of Franklin county, were guests in the home of D. E. Fore rom Saturday morning until Sun day afternoon. The mass meeting in the Court House tomorrow evening is to be a business meeting at which em ployers and employees are ex pected to vote for a greater Mc- Connellsburg. Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Foreman, near Laidig, were among the pleasant callers at the News of fice last Saturday, and they will regularly read the old home pa per from now on. Miss Sophia Hohman enter tained her Sunday school class of ourteen boys at Richmond last week, on a fishing excursion. They were accompanied by Rev. and Mrs. J. L. Yearick. Miss Ethel Hays, who taught during the past school year in rleasantville, N. J. came home last week to spend her summer vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. Hays. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph B. Doylej and the latter's mother, Mr3. An n's De Hart, Mercersburg, spent the time-from Saturday evening until Sunday evening with rela tives in McConnellsburg. Mrs. V. R. Sipes and her fos ter child Edna Hall of Foltz call ed at the News office while in town Monday morning. Edna was very much interested in the working of a printing office. Mrs. Clarence Wilson (Barbara Urgent), Chambersburg, spent ast week visiting relatives in Mc Connellsburg. Her husband came Sunday morning, and she return ed home with him that evening. Mr. W. M. Lodce and family drove over from Saxton last Sun Mr. Lodge returned home Monday, and Mrs. Lodge (Mer- e Stoner) and children are stay- Jn? a few days in the home of Der father Albert Stoner. Give McConnellsburg a busi ness orcnnizftfcinn. then, when Pppornunity knocks at our doors, e will be prepared to receive Attend the mass meeting at the Court House tomorrow even 'n8 and vote for leaders who will K after business whenever it is 1 sight. Don't neglect to read Reisner's new advertisement this week. They are people who do business in summer time as well as winter. Mrs. Samuel Cromer, Knobs ville, Fpent last week with her old friend and schoolmate, Mrs. George W. Parsons, in Mt Union. Mr. and Mrs. Peter Morton spent a few days last week with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Lemuel Hender shot, near Hagerstown, Md. A special from Hagerstown of May 26th, published in the North American, says that S. Omar Layton, of Dott, and Miss Connie Hess, of Sideling Hill were mar ried in Hagerstown. Grover R. Peck, near Knobs ville, was called to Franklin coun ty last Saturday to see his moth er, Mrs. Jonathan P. Peck, who was suffering from the effects of a recent stroke of paralysis, and which seemed to be affecting her speech. Don't forget the Re-dedication of the Whips Cove Christian church next Sunday. Rev. Funk houser, of Hagerstown is expect ed to preach in the afternoon, followed by Rev. Jesse Kauff man of Revena, N. Y. All-day meet ing. Dinner on the grounds. After having spent several days at the hoine of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Barmont, in Tod township, Harvey Barmont returned to Franklin county last Sunday. He was accompanied by his mother who will spend a few days in the home of her son John. The many friends of Mrs. Geo. E. Clouser, of Big Cove Tannery, who wa3 operated upon in the Chambersburg Hospital last Wed nesday for appendicitis, will be pleased to learn that she is get ting along well and will be able to be brought home before a great while. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Mort and their two children Alfred and Luella, and Mr. and Mrs. John Smith and their granddaugh ter Thelma Foster all of Sixmile Run passed through this place last Friday on their way to Get tysburg by auto. This is the second trip for Mr. Mort inside of a week's time. Freak Pittmaa Hurt Yesterday forenoon, Frank G., son of A, J. Pittman, west of Mc Connellsburg, was picking a dy namite cap with a pin. The cap exploded, causing the loss of half the thumb and second and third fingers of the left hand and bad- y burnind his abdomen. Two Notices. Mrs. Jane H. Rodgers, of New York invites all the boys of town and vicinity to meet her in the High School Auditorium, next Saturday afternoon, at 3 o'clock, for the purpose o f organizing Bird clubs. This i3 a fine thing, boys, and if you have been read ing the papers, you will have seen that bird clubs are popular in other places. All interested i n t h e Parent- Teachers Association "movement are requested to meet Mrs. Jane H. Rodgers at the M. E. church, Friday evening of this week, at 7:30 o'clock, for the purpose of open discussion, and election of officers. PLEASANT RIDQE. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Skiles and Mr. and Mrs. Levi Skiles made a trip to Windber, Pa , last Satur day and Sunday in Frank's car, covering & distauce of about 170 miles. Rev. and Mrs. John Mellott re turned home Monday from a trip to Tatesville, Badford county. There was quite a turnout at the Brethren church of our good Methodist people of Ebenezer. Come again. The revival closed with thirty two converts. . Mr. and Mrs. B. E. Waltz spent Saturday and Sunday in the home of the latter's parents, Rev. and Mrs. John Mellott. Runyan s Dates. Do your eyes need attention? If so Runyan will be at Robertsdale, Monday, June 14. Broadtop City, Tuesday, June 15. Saxton, Wednesday, June 16. Dudley, Thursday, June 17. Saltillo, Saturday, June 19. Clear Ridge, Monday, June 21 a.m Hustontown, Monday, June 21p.m McConnellsburg, Tuesday and Wednesday, June 22 and 23. Birthday Tarty. Last Friday evening when Mrs. V. D. Schenck returned to her home, after having been taken away for a few houre by strate gem of her "home folks," some trouble was experienced in get ting her into the house as a strange hum seemed to pervade the place; but when she was finally persuaded to go as far as the door, she found that the hum was caused by almost fifty of her friends who had gathered to celebrate her birthday. Soon Mrs. Schenck regained her com posure and the evening passed all too quickly. Delicious re freshments were served and at a late hour the guests departed, leaving Mrs. Schenck many pret ty and useful gifts, with their best wishes for many more hap py birthdays. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. JohnSchenck; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Schenck and children, Ruth, Sena, Gervaise and Bruce; Mr. and Mrs. Levi Truax, Mrs. S. H. Adderson and daughters Margaret and Eva, Mrs. Annie Downs, son Glen and daughter Roxie, Mrs. G. W. Fore man and daughter Martha, Mrs. C. C. Kirk, Mrs. George Richie and son Clay, Mrs. W. S. Mose bey and daughter Mary; Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Spangler; Mrs. Abra ham Burkett; Mrs. Charles Burk ett and son Kenneth; Mrs. J. W. Barnett, Mrs. Ed Baney and her daughter Kathryn; Mrs. S. C. Denisar, Mrs. Snow, Mrs. Gracey, Mrs. Harmon. Mrs. Albert Hel sel; Mrs. G. W. Sipe and daugh ter Eleanor; Mr. and Mrs. V. D. Schenck, and Mr. and Mrs. Har ry Schenck. One of the Number. Mrs. Rodgers Works Here. Mrs. JaneH. Rodgers, NewYork, has been at work in our town during the past few days and she will remain until. the close of the week, at least. She represents the "American Institute of Child Life," which is a National organ ization, working in and for the home, drawing parents and children together. The institu tion is chartered under the laws of Pennsylvania and has head quarters in Philadelphia. It is supported entirely by philanthro pists. A branch or rather, offspring of this institution is the Parent Teachers' Association, and in ad dition to her personal work in the families, she assists in the organ ization of the latter and gives some time to this branch work. A largely attended meeting was held Tuesday evening in the M. E. church where Mrs. Rodgers explained the work and answered questions. See under head of "Two Notices" for further de tails. Another Mass Meeting. AnotherCitizens' Mass Meeting has been called for to-morrow evening, Friday, June 11th, at the Court House, at 7:30 o'clock. The object of the meeting is to organize a society for the furth ering of the welfare of McCon nellsburg and vicinity, the name for the society to be determined at that meeting. It has been suggested tha the society embody the offices of Civic League, and those of purely business club3. Come promptly at 7:30 and hear and take part in discussions of questions of interest to every man and woman in McConnells burg. Cumberland County Farms For Sale. 138 Acres level limestone lo cated on Uarrisburg and Cham bersburgTurnpike nearlloges town large brick dwelling frame bank barn. 77 Acres limestone level lo cated near Mechanicsburg, six limekilns in operation on prop erty. 189 Acres limestone level el egant buildings located near Mechanicsburg. 90 Acres limestone level lo cated on Uarrisburg and Cham bersburg Turnpike. These farms are some of the best in Cumberland County. Biunton-Packkh Co , Second & Walnut Sts , Harrisuukg, Pa Mrs. Catharine Connelly has in her possession two copper cents having some age to them. One is so old that the figures are almost obliterated, and the other, which is in good state of preservation, bears date of 1849. BARGAINS AT Geo. B. MELLOTT'S Harvest time is drawing near. Fairly good crops are a cer tainty, and good prices for same is a sure thing. Mr. Farm er, if you are needing anything in the implement line that will make your work more pleasant, and at the same time more profitable, it will pay you to come and see me before you buy. I Bell the Deering Binders, Mowers, and Reapers. It is an acknowledged fact that the Deering harvester ma chinery is the best in the world. The price is just the same as it has been for years. Some agents would have you believe the price is higher on account of the war in Europe, which in not true. If you want to buy a Deering binder, mower, reaper or a Deering hay rake, it will pay you to come and see me be fore you buy. I am selling the Deering hay rake lower this year than last. 1 have one second hand McCormick binder on band that I will sell cheap. I also have one second hand six toot Deering binder and one second hand six foot Deering mow er at a reasonable price, I will guarantee any of the above men tioned machines to do good work and will sell cheap. Binder Twine 8 l-2c. Per Pound. The war in Europe has not raised the price of binder twine, but to the contrary, the price is lower than it has been for years. Spring Tooth Harrows Both Wheel and Shoe, will sell below cost while they last. If you are needing a har row dou't miss this chance of getting one for less than whole sale price. Hench and Dromgold Grain Drill. The following 1 1 a partial list of goods carried in stock and sold at rock bottom prices. Come and compare goods and pri ces and be convinced. Screen wire, galv. and black. Corn crib wire, Barb wire, Poultry fence, . Ice Cream freezers, Clothes Wringers, Washing Machines, Cream Separator oil, Machine oil, Linseed oil, Pure white lead, Cable chains, Manure forks, Pitch forks, Garden forks, Hay forks, ropes and pulleys, Scoop shovels, Dirt shovels, All steel mattocks, All steel picks, Pick handles, Garden hoes, Brush scythes, Mowing scythes, Snaths, Barn door track and hangers, Hay car and track, Hay rope, Shovel plow blades all sizes, Simond cross cut saws, Hand saws, Compass saws, Meat saws, Chisels and draw knives, Pipe wrenches, Monkey wrenches, Alligator wrenches, Automobile wrenches, Pine tar, Cimpbells Varnish stain, Horse shoes, Mule shoes, Capewell Horse nails, Wire nails, Cut nails, Hinge nails, Lawn mowers, Food choppers, Pad locks, Hatchets, Nail hammers, Nail sets, Saddler punches, Bi aces, Brace bitts, Look the above list over and in need of do not fail to come prices, l nave not given any prices ror tne simple reason tnai there is so many different grades and imitations of so many of the above mentioned articles that the safest thing to, do is to get prices and then compare the goods. Look your Binder and Mower over and if you find that it needs any repairs, get the letter and numbers of the piece that you need and mail it to me and I will be glad to order it for you, if I do not have it on hand. Thanking you for all the past patronage and kindly soliciting a continuation of same. Yours for honest and fair dealing. GEORGE B. MELLOTT, McConnellsburg, Pa. Wreflnerlre. WAVERLY OIL WORKS CO, a iipiaalat Refiner, PITTSBURG, M OMollne. niumlnanti, FPFR 880 F?,,tVBo?k: Lubricant, rarafflneWax. rKCC tollenU about oi If avariy frrcdueU frokl by GMollnei, niumlnanti, B. H. SHAW, HUSTONTOWN, PA. Auger bitts, Drill bitts, Pliers of all kinds, ' Pocket knives, Butcher knives, Oilers (machine), Strap binges, Gate hinges, Rope halters, Leather halters, Buggy whips, Lash whips, Sole leather, Double and Singletree clips, Collar pads, Breast chains, Knives and forks, Scissors, Carpenter squares, Bevel squares, Level squares, Screw drivers, Bolts all sizes, 1 Rubber garden hose, Rubber roofing, Syracuse plow shares, Oliver piow shares, Jointer points, Cast iron hog troughs, Drill steel, Crow bars (all steel) Double bitt axes, Single bitt axes, Lanterns, Lantern globes, Mortise locks, Rim locks, Door latches, Drawer pulls, Chest locks, Drawer locks, Pad locks, Files of all kinds, Mouse traps, Sickle Grinders, Grind stones on frames, Stone sledges, Striking hammers, Fuse, 50c. per hundred feet, Dnering mower guards, Deering binder guards, McCormick binder and mower guards, Mower and binder sections, Feed cutters. if you find anything that you are and examine the goods and get wHiTfBRIGHT LIGHT Tb light that uvea your yea and iivm you trouble. Poor oil MOOOt give tlilt kind of light, but FAMILY FAVORITE OIL tht bMt ell made, the ell that (tree the ateadr light no flicker, BO odor, no toot co.t. little more than Inferior gr.de,. Triple-ranoed. Oet It from your dealer. It le there In barrel ebipped direct from our reflnerire. WAVERLY OIL WORKS CO, a iipiaalat Refiner, rMTTsBURO, M. FPFR 880 "? TT HUP M MWWH.W.. Geo. W. Msner & Co, Have a large assortment of good-fittingY well-made and Fast Color Dresses for Ladies, Misses, and Children. Prices in Children's Dresses, 25c, 50c, and up; Misses Dresses 50c, to $8.00. Ladies 65c. to $3.00. We have sold more, of this class of goods this season than ever. Summer Waists Waists in white and colors 50c. to $3.00 Quite a nice assortment. See them. A splendid line of Dress and Waistings in Silk Poplins, Mesalines, Foulards, &c. A splendid Silk Foulard 39c. A large line of Crepes in different widths. Flaxons, Crepe de chine, Poplins, &c. These warm weather goods are just what will be wanted, now with the hot season approaching. Full Line of Oxfords A full line of Oxfords some to close out cheap, if we have your size. Unquestion ably, the largest and best stock of Men's and Boys' Clothing in town. Suits at any price from $5.00 to $20.00. Don't pass this by, but come in and see for yourselves. G. W. REISNER & CO., MCCONNELLSBURG, PA. l Your Peace of Mind 8 J3 5 Your peace of mind depends upon freedom from worry. 2 An account with a good strong na- m tional bank, strictly under federal ; controll, such as this bank, gives you is a feeling of assurance that will d rive away worry. We would like to talk to you about opening an account with us. First National Bank of McConnellsburg, Pa. The BANK that made it possible for you to re ceive INTEREST on your savings. r? New Real Estate Agency. Having retired from the Mercantile business with a view to giving his entire attention to Real Estate, the undersigned offers his service to any one having real estate for sale, or wanting to buy. His thorough acquaintance with values and conditions in Fulton County, coupled with long and successful experience in handling Real Es tate, makes it possible for him to bring about results in the shortest possible time. U Write, or call on, D. H. PATTERSON, WEBSTER MILLS, PA. j FULTON COUNTY NEWS is the people's paper. $L00 a Tear in Advance, 4 af
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