THE FULTON COUNTY NIW3, McCOmfILL8BUlO, PA. " INTERESTING PARAGRAPHS K l cal and Geaeral Interest, dithered it Home or Clipped (rm our Exchanges. CONDENSED FOR HURRIED READERS Miss Mary Jane Johnston visit ed several days in Franklin coun ty last weeK. Miss Jane Pollock, of Washing ton, Pa. ia visiting Miss Ruth Kendall, in the Cove. Miss Salome Helfrick, of Lew- istown, is visiting Miss Ella Ken dall, of Ayr township. Miss Mary Irwin left for Cham bersburg and Gettysburg yester day to visit for a few days. I. W. Garland, Needmore, Route 2, spent a few hours in town Thursday of last week. A new boy arrived in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Morris Sloan, in Murrayville, Pa., on Wednesday. Miss Dora Beottger, of Balti more, is visiting in the home of the Misses Knauft, East Lincoln Way. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Gobin and son Ivan, of Knobsville, were nleasant visitors in Daniel Fore 3 home Sunday. Miss Mary Jane Johnston left this week for Cannonsburg, Pa.,. to take up her duties as teacher in the public schools. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Cress- well, of Harrisburg, are guests in the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Shaffner, Public Square. Amos Vilkin90n does not be lieve in wasting time growing small things. His soupbeans grow 20 to 23 inches long. Mr. John Over and Miss Ethel Lamaster, of Lamaster, spent Sunday with Miss Ethel's grand father, Daniel E. Fore Esq. Amone the pleasant callers at this office last Friday, were Miss Mary C. Baker and Mr. Glenn K. Downes, both of Wells Valley. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nitsche, near Hustontown, called at the News officer-early Monday morn ing to advertise their farm for sale. Select your victim when he is off his guard and ask him quick ly "Who killed his brother Cain" Note what he, very probably, will say. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Cattlett, of Belfast township, were early morning callers at the News of fice Monday. See their advertisement. A few signs indicating interest in the County Agent idea are be ginning to appear in this county. Talk it up. Paul and Harry Johnston and their sisters Misses Jean and Beu i. took Miss Elizabeth McCune to her home near Shippensburg on Monday. Miss Elizabeth McCune. near ShinDensburz. visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. K. John ston from the middle of last week until Monday. Mary Jane Seylar, of Gettys burg, returned to McConnellsburg last week to finish her summer stay in the home of her father, Leslie W. Seylar. Miss Bessie Nesbit entertained about twenty of her friends last Thursday evening- in honor of her cousin Miss Bessie Belford, of Harrisburg, Pa. Please report all pumpkins that weigh 100 pounds or more or even a little less. Also, who will report the biggest ear of wrn in the County? A Wells Valley man said last week that quail nests, some with e2gs, and some with newly hatch ed quail, were still being found. Late second hatches. Misses Mildred Hull and Helen Daniels returned home a few days ago after havincr enpnt n wppk in he home of Rev. and Mrs. John M- Diehl, at Welsh Run. A Licking Creek township man 'aid last week that at least thirty w'ld turkeys had been illegally k'"edin his neighborhood last ia". Where's the warden? Mrs. J. Vernon Skipper, of Tyrone, was a guest in the home J ner cousins, Mr. and Mrs. Max Sheets, west Lincoln Way, from Saturday until Monday. Harry and Walter Peck, Need- OlOrO n 1 1.1 U i- Jay on their return from a mo ving trip which included Han- cock. Hagerstown, Greencastle, n- other points. Mr. and Mrs W. H. Staley, drove through from Pittsburgh Sunday and are visiting Mrs. Staley 's mother Mrs. Angeline Sipes on west Walnut street. Merti? E. Shimer has just re ceived more re v, ladies' blue stockings, fancy beauty pins, combs, barrettes, sachet powder, etc., etc., etc. Give her a call. A hired man near. McConnells burg went to consult a physician, and the farmer he was working for slipped the doctor a dollar to tell the hired man he needed ex ercise. The very latest style in femi nine foot wear are boots boots with red and blue tops like those that made you so happy when a boy. They call them military boots. Mrs. A. J. Crooks and children, of Indiana Harbor, Ind., returned home last week after having spent most of the summer in the home of her father, Rev. J. L. Grove. Miss Louisa Nelson entertained about twenty young friends Fri day evening of last week in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. David A. Nelson in Ayr township. Through a city paper, we heard of a field of oats in the northern part of the State in which the grain was tso high that a man on horseback yut lost in it. Pret ty tall story, that. Miss Cornetha B. Nesbit who went to Path Valley last week to attend the Big Picnic, returned la3t Sunday. Owing to the storm of last Saturday, the picnic wa3 postponed indefinitely. T. B. Stevens, of this place, his granddaughter Zola Raisbeck of Erie, and Nathan H. Stevens, wife and two children of Huston town, visited Mrs. B. E. Stevens at Linglestown,' last week. Mr. and Mrs. John Reed and their daughter Mary, of Wash ington, D. C, and Mrs. Fred Grove and son, of Mercersburg, visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Clouser last week. . That city man who spent his vacation in the country, and re ported at home that the beds out there were stuffed with corn stalks and old barrel hoops, did not try any Fulton county beds. Although the English language is composed of many thousands of words, if you can spell correct ly one thousand of the words in common use, you will be able to write a letter with few mistakes. Billy Nace went to Franklin county last week to play with Billy Walker. The extent of Billy's visit depended on whether or not he was attacked with home sickness, it being his first trip abroad alone. 'Squire Sheridan Hann, of Bel fast township, was in town at tending to business Monday morn ing. Mr. Hann says that -the storm of last Saturday evening did a lot of damage to the corn and buckwheat in his neighbor hood. Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Keim, of Kansas City, called a few days ago to see Miss Mary Pittman. The Keims are touring eastern states, and finding themselves in the same village a former ac quaintance, they thoughtfully re newed old friendship. E. C. VanHart, and his father and mother, all of Lambertville, N. J. motored to McConnellsburg last Sunday and on Monday, they took home with them Mrs. E. C. VanHart and little child who had been visiting her parents, Hon. and Mrs. George B. Mellott. The storm of last Saturday aft ernoon was general over the County, and in adjoining coun ties. Standing corn, buckwheat &c, was not "standing" in many places after the storm. At Mc Connellsburg, the rain fell like a cloudburst for forty-five minutes. Four pairs of twin boys born in Ayr township during the month of August, must make France envious of our receipts. Previous to the present way, the monthly birth rate in that country was about 1,000; but now it is below 400 half being girls who cannot be soldiers. Among the passengers of the White Star Line Steamer Arabic which was sunk by a German torpedo as she was sailing for this country, was Rev. George A. McAllister, of Chambersburg, who had been spending his vaca tion in Ireland. He was among those rescued from drowning. Miss Mary Pittman will enter tain a company of ladies this af ternoon. Mrs. Samuel Kline and daugh tes Miss Effio, called at the News office a few -minutes while in town shopping yesterday. Mrs. O. F. Elvey, Toledo. O., had planned a trip home this summer, but a recent letter says she will likely defer that pleasure until next summer. Wilbur F. Berkstresser, of Wa terfall, is taking in the sights at Atlantic City. He says the crowd on the boardwalk last Sunday was estimated at 200,000. There will be a festival in the grove near Knobsville on Satur day evening, August 28th. Pro ceeds for the benefit of the M. E. church. Everybody welcome. William Sigel, of Bethel town ship, brightened our sanctum yes terday and gave us some news. He and Russel Peck, in the lat ter's car, were traveling together. Mrs. John W. Mosser and her three children, George, Harry and "Sally," Miss Grace Mosser, and Miss Lizzie Souders, visited Gettysburg battlefield Wednes day. Mrs. Thomas Hamil and daugh ter Mrs. Will Elack, and Miss Mary C. Goldsmith and sister Mrs. Emma Rexroth, are taking an automobile trip to Gettysburg battlefield to-day. Mr. and Mrs George A. Harris expect to leave Monday morning for a month's trip west, during which time they will visit the principal cities in the Middle West and on the Pacific Coast, and at tend the Panama Exposition. They expect to be home Oct. 1st. George C. Fraker is a very sick man at his home at Fort Little ton. He is suffering from a form of blood poison caused by an abscess of the frontal bone. Dr. Palmer,, of the Chambersburg hospital, and Dr. Mosser, of this place, were called to see him Monday. Frank Strogje, Charles Moyer, and James Foyley all of Home stead, and Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rewlly of Detroit, Mich., visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Nitsche, near Hustontown last week and this week. Mr. Strogje, is a brother and Mr?. Rewlly is a sister of Mrs. Nitsche. W.C.Davis, clerk for the Coun ty Commissioners, visited his brother, Dr. A. K. Davis, in Hus tontown, Tuesday. The Doctor is gradually recovering from the effects of the stroke of paralysis which occurred more than a year ago, and with the aid of cane or crutch, can walk about the vil lage. . A labor saving device is being used at barns. It is a crane se curely fastened at some point where it may be swung to the stable doors, silo, or to other pla ces. The long arm may then be pushed to any point in the barn yard and the carrier emptied. The carrier which travels on the arm may be moved along to meet any door. A game preserve is to be es tablished in Huntingdon county, on which hunting at no time will be permitted. These asylums, situated at many places in the State, are intended for breeding places and for refuge for game that it may not be killed. The game is supposed to stray out and replenish surrounding terri tory. Miss Jessie Mellott, stenogra pher in the offices of the Southern Railway Company, Washington, D. C, came home Saturday of last week to spend her vacation in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mason Mellott, of Bel fast township. She and her pa rents, and Mr. and Mrs. Logue Wink were shopping in town on Wednesday of last week. They traveled in the Wink car. , - Mr. L. B. Miller, who two years ago, moved from Burnt Cabins to Altoona.and is now a paper hang er in that city, sends us an ac count of a20,000-dollarfire in the Mateer Building. Mr. Miller says that this is the third fire he has seen in that building in the last two years. The paper-hanging business, like many other kinds, is slow in Altoona now, but the railroad shops are beginning to put on more men, which indicates a revival in business. Fresh Bread and Sweet Cakes. You can buy at the Irwin Store each day in the week Fresh Steam-baked Bread and Rolls, and all kinds of. Sweet Cakes. Try them. 8-5-4t What the Chautauqua Is. You know how people fall over themselves to get into the Audi torium during the County Insti tute to hear popular lecturers and entertainers and pay 50 to 75 cents for the privilege, and it is cheap at that; for in most large places you would pay as much more. Now the Chautauqua idea is to place that stuff to you at wholesale prices, and by a great many towns acting in concert, it is possible to get the best talent in the country at minimum prices. Our neighboring towns of Bed ford and Chambersburg have just had their Chautauqua for the season, and if McConnellsburg is to stay on the map, it must have a Chautauqua. Arrangements have been completed, and ours will be pulled off in the Audito rium beginning September 22nd. Season tickets which will ad mit you to six great entertain ments, only $1.25. For the con venience of our friends who may have ssme trouble securing tick ets, a few may be obtained at News office if you do not put it off too long. Noted Woman to Speak. Next Sunday evening, the last for the season, of the Union Ser vices of the churches of town, will be held at 7 o'clock, p. m., in the Presbyterian church. The principal speaker of the evening will be Rev. Lee Anna Starr, D. D. Her subject will be "Woman Suffrage from a Bible standpoint She comes highly recommended, and it will be the first time that a lady who bears the title of Doc tor of Divinity ever spoke in McConnellsburg. Get Your Money Back. A 25c Briar pipe, a 10c box of Tuxedo tobacco and a 5c bunch of pipe cleaners, all for 25c. At The Goldsmith Grocery. It. Juniata County hair. The 5Gth annual Fair of the Juniata County Agricultural So ciety will be held at Port Royal, Pa., September 14, 15, 16. and 17. Balloon ascensions, the Fa mous John Troupe, the Hay Wag on Act, Famous Bands, Races with $1,700 in prizes, and base ball are among the many attrac tions. Admission to grounds: Adults, 25 cents; G to 12 years, 15 cents. McConnellsburg & ft. loudon railway co. TO TUB SmCKMOMlRHHor Till! SAID COMPANY! You are hereby notified thin In purxuunce of a resolution duly adopted by the Hoard of Di rectors o' 'ho (Jpmpunv at their revular nieet InK held Autfiist IW. Hllfi. a HtockliolderH' meet UiK will be held at the otltoe of the Coinpiiny In MeConnelbburK. l'enn'a., on Tuewiuy. October Ililft. at, 1 o'clock P. M., for the followluK purpose; To tuke action on approval or disapproval of the proposed Increase of the capital Klock or said Company from f w.oju to i" .uu uu. To take action on the approval ordlnapprov. alof the proponed Increaseof the indcbtedm-.sH of suld u- mpuny from tUS.WO to s.YKi.'.ou.W. To reoriMiile the said Conipunv If reorifaul' zation shall be decided upon at the meeting. Voting at the u-eeuuK may be done In per son or by proxy. Kach stockholder! entitled tou many votes as ne owns snares or stock. U C. LAMBERSON, Auk. M, 9t. Secretary. Executor's Notice. Estate of Mary Hutu, late of Taylor township, I'a., deceased. Letters testamentary on the above estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons Indebted to the said estate are re quested to make payment, and those having claims to present the same without delay. H. H. HEHl) STRKS 8 KR, 7-K-t. Waterfall, Pa, ALEXANDER'S McConnellsburg and Fort Loudon Automobile Line by way of the Lincoln Highway. Leaves McConnellsburg at 0:15, a. m., and 1 p. m., arriving at Fort Lou don in time for the 7:44 a. m. train and tbe 3:13 p. ra. train. Returning, leaves Fort Loudon on the arrival of the 11:05 a. m. train, and the 6:27 p. m. train. Fare 60 cents. Any freight or exprees marked in ray care will receive prompt attention. A share of your patrouryje solicited Bell phone 3 H 4. J. S. ALEXANDER, 4-29'tf- Proprietor. Admnistrator's Notice. Kstnte of Abraham Hcrshcy, late of Wells township, deceased. Notice In hereby given thnt leitersot Admin istration upon the above estate have been granted to the undersigned All persons hav ing claims against said estule will present them properly authenticated for tettlcment. tied those owing tbe same will please cull and settle. DAVID HKKSHRY. 7-15 at lliram.ru. M. R. SHAFFNER, Attorney at Law, Office on Square, McConnellsburg:, Pa. All legal Durness and collections entrusted will ftlA earAfnl and promo attention. The Model 1897 Repeating &i'fle Shoots all .22 thort, .22 long and .11 long-nne cartridges; ex cellent for rabbits, squir rels, hawks, crows, foxes and all small game and target work ' up to 200 yards. Here's the best-made .22 rifle in the world I It's a lake-down, convenient to carry and clean. The tool steel working parts cannot wear out. Its lvorv Head and Koclcv Mountain lights are the best -t ever furnished on any .2:1. Has lever action like a big game rifle : has solid top and side ejection for safety and ranid accurate firing. lleatitiful case-hardened finish and superb build and balance. 1'rice, round barrel. $14.60: octagon, $10.00. O Model ISM. similar, but not tnkc-dnwn. finer. $19.15 un. Learn mora about all Marlln repeatars. Send 3 77ip fflarfin I rearms Ca, stamps postage lor the 128-page Marlin catalog. 42 Willow SL, New Haven, Conn. Bunch of Bargains Horses, Harness, Surreys, Bug gies, Hack, New and Used AUTOMOBILES. I have for sale the following valuable property that I will dispose of at private sale at prices that will look mighty good to you. Two horses; one 4; the oth er, 8. New and secondhand buggies. One slightly used Surrey. 1 good hack. 1 set new harness, and several sets of used harness. 3 used automobiles. New Ford touring cars at $410 and freight. Roadsters at $390 and freight Get a move on if you are inter ested. H. C. McCLAIN, Hustontown, Penna. HARNESS and HORSE GOODS We have the Largest Line ofJ Buggy Harness in Franklin County. Twenty-five Different Styles to SelectJFrom. Single Driving Harness $8.00 to $25.00, Collars $1.25 to $4 25. Yankee Bridles $150 to $2 50. Ualters all Leather at 50c, 75c, $1 00, $1.25 and $1 50. Collar Pads 25c. to 50c. Flynets all leather from $2.25 to $6.53, Cord Nets from $1 00 to $2.50, Buggy Nets from $2.25 to $3.25. Front Gears $3.50 to $4.25, Yankee Front Gears $15.00 and t - up, Yankee Breeching $18.00 to $20 00. Summer Lap Spreads from 50c to $2 50. Harness Oils uud Soaps, and Machine Oil, Mail orders promptly attended to. SMITH BROTHERS, . West Seminary Street, Mercersburg, Pa. rfr" it REISNERS. AT COST! ALL OUR SUMMER DRESS GOODS MUST GO. i We Want The Room. You can buy a splendid Flaxon lor 10 cents that sold for 12$ and 15 cents; the 20c Crepe for 15c. and the 15c at 12 cents. For Ladies and Misses. A lot of White Waists that sold for $L 50 $1.75 are going now for $1 00. Many of them cost more. A splendid waist for 43 cents. Still some white and light dresses for Ladies and Misses and Chil dren. What is left will be cut still more. $3 dresses for Ladies and Misses now go ing at $2.00; and the 2 dollar ones for $1.25. LOW SHOES. Last week moved a lot of them, but we still have some at from 75c. up. You can suit yourself here at a price. Geo. W. Reisner & Co. I Your Peace of Alind m Your peace of mind depends upon O freedom from worry. j (3 An account with a good strong na- tiona! bank, stiictly under federal j controll, such as this bank, givesyou J is a feeling of assurance that will jj d rive away worry. jj We would like to talk to you about m 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. 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. Write, or call on, D. H. PATTERSON, WEBSTER MILLS, PA. FULTON COUNTY NEWS is the people's paper. $LOO a Year in Advance. ,
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