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CONDENSED FOR HURRIED READERS
One ticket with every 5-cent
pure-base lor the free Xmas Gilts
at Yp Smoke Shop.
Born to Mrand Mrs. Elmer
Carbaugh, of Ayr township, a
little daughter last Sunday.
Our friend Andy Bolinger and
brother Jesse, .near Hustontown,
made a trip to McConnellsburg
Monday.
Miss Sadie Stewart, stewardess
at the Green Hill House, was in
town last Monday laying in win
ter supplies. ' .
Mrs.jCharlie Tritle, of Frank
lin county, is visiting her moth
er, Mrs. Michael Helman, in Mc
Connellsburg, Rev. C. F. Weise has returned
from York, Pa., after having un
dergone a successful operation
for appendicitis.
Mrs. B. W. Peck is spending a
few days this week in the home
of her niece, Mrs. George K.
Nelson, near Newville.
Mrs. M. B. Trout and daugh
ter, Mrs. Ellis Lynch, " went to
Chambersburg on Monday to re
main several days visiting and
shopping.
When you want your automo
bile, wagon, eleigh, or buggy
piloted, call on or address Thos.
B. Stevens, McConnellsburg, Pa
12-2-15
Leather Suit Case, Silk Um
brellas Fur Uwing Gloves,. Au
tomobile Robe, Carving Sets
etc , for free Xmas Gifts at Ye
Smoke Shop. ' t. 11 28 5t
Mr. H. C. Reiber of Mechan
icsburg spent last week in the
homes of Harvey Batdorff and
Allison Brant, and called on a
few old acquaintances in McCon
nellsburg. s
William F. Engle and son Rob
ert Lorenzo, who . reside in the
southern1 part of Ayr township,
were in town a short time Mon
day. Robert treated himself
to a new double-bitted axe.
A.. J. Fore, of Burnt Cabins,
called at the News office Monday
to exchange greetings with the
Editor. - Andy, does not get to
town very frequently, this being
his first trip to the County Seat
since last March.
Mrs. Almira Harvey, near Sax
ton, returned home last Sunday
after having spent several days
in the home of her brother, Hon.
Geo. B. Mellott. Mr. Mellott
and family accompanied her in
Amos Peightel's car.
Mr. W. Scott Rinedollar spent
Thanksgiving with relatives in
Monessen, Pa., and was accom
panied home by Mrs. Rinedollar,
who had been visiting her pa
rents, Mr. and Mrs. James F.
Boor. -Everett Press.
Mrs. C. B. Stevens returned
home on Thursday of last week
after havine enioved a trio of
five weeks, three of which were
SDent in Chicago, one in Pitts
burgh, and the balance of the
'time in Harrisburg and other
towns in the State.
Seth Mellott, formerly of Lick
ing Creek township, but during
the past three years employed in
Johnstown, spent several days in
Fulton county last week and it is
said that he took back to Johns
town with him twenty-four work
men. 1
Miss Mary J. Sloan, who has
been engaged in Strawbridge &
Clothier's millinery establish
ment in Philadelphia since July,
returned home on Tuesday to re
main until Milady again calls for
demonstrations of the spring
fashions. .
Alex Sloan returned home on
Thursday of last week much
pleased with his two-weeks' trip
to Pittsburgh and other iron and
steel centers in western Pennsyl
vania. Alex savs McConnells
burg is a cleaner place than smoky
ttttsburgn.
1V H P rWinncr nt RViftw.
W. Va., was a very pleasant cal
ler at this office yesterday. He
and his wife had attended the
funeral of his mother, Mrs. Ma-
,ry Hann Deshongat Sideling Hill
iriBtian church luesdav. Jtiar-
W Ih thn ftcflnt of the W. el.
f. Co. at Shaw, W. Va., and is
e of the Company's most trust-
lomnlmioaa A U.9 v hnrlf in t hf
Ms he was a student in one of
v w r 11 i j k i
Lfiools when the editor was
TIE GRIM REAPER.
Continued from page 1.
Mrs. Harriet Deshong.
Mr? Harriet Deshong, widow
of the latp Joseph Deshong, of
Licking Creek township, died at
the home of her son-in-law and
daughter, Mr. and Mrs. J. Lake
Garland, near Mercersburg, at
3 o'clock, Monday morning, De
cember 6, 1915, aged 80 years, 9
months, and 25 days. Funeral
services were held at the home
of Mr. and Mrs. Garland onTues
day afternoon, the sermon being
preached by Rev. Fasick, of the
Methodist Episcopal church, Mer
cersburg. On Wednesday, the
remains wer9 taken to Fairview
church in Taylor township, this
county, and laid to rest beside
those of her husband, who died
several years ago.
Mrs. Deshong was a sister of
Joseph H. Lohr, who died in Ev
erett just two weeks before the
death of Mrs. Deshong. The de
ceased was a woman loved by a
large circle of friends, and a con
sistent member of the M. E.
church for many years. She is
survived by the following chil
dren, namely, Preston, residing
in Everett, George A. living near
Hustontown, this county; Clara
wife of J. Lake Garland, near
Mercersburg, and Linna, wife of
Elmer Trogler, near Mercersburg.
Mrs. Annie Everts.
Mrs. Annie Everts, aged about
77 years, died suddenly at the
home of her son Harvey Seville,
near Cito, in Ayr township, Tues
day afternoon, Mrs. Everts was
apparently in her usual-health,
when she suddenly sank to the
floor and died almost instantly.
The funeral took place yester
day afternoon, the services being
conducted by her pastor, Rev. A.
Luring, of the M. E. church,
McConnellsburg, and her remains
were laid to rest in the Big Spring
graveyard.
Mrs. Everts was the oldest
daughter of Daniel and Rachel
Bishop, , and her first marriage
was to John Seville. To this
union were born the following
children, namely, Amos residing
in McConnellsburg; Arthur, in
the Big Cove; James, near Mer
cersburg; Frances, wife of Geo.
Buterbaugh; Webster, Howard,
and Nettie, wife of John Pine
all residing in Ayr township.
Her second marriage was to
Samuel Everts, who has been
dead several years.
Arthur Barnhart.
Arthur, son of Isaac and Ida
Barnhart, of Bethel township,
died at their home December 2,
1915, aged 19 years, 5 months,
and 14 days. Funeral was held
on the following Saturday, ser
vices being conducted by Rev.
Dr. Webster, of Hancock, and
interment made in the Warfords-
burg cemetery.
Circumstances connected with
this young man's death have stir
red citizens of that neighborhood
and we briefly relate them as re
ported to us by reliable autority.
One night about October 1st, , it
is alleged that two full cousins,
Harry and Walter Barnhart, call
ed him from his home and beat
and stabbed him so badly that it
was not thought he could live
longer than a few days. He liv
ed about two months, without
getting well, and it is supposed
that death resulted from loss of
blood and harm received at the
hands of these two young men.
David Kirk. ,
David Kirk, aged about sixty
eight years, died at the home of
his sister, Mrs. Jennie E. Downes,
in Hustontown, Tuesday, after
noon, December 7, 1915. He had
not been in good'! healjh for a
number of years.. He suffered
from a complication of 'diseases
that terminated in his death.
The funeral, which was conduct
ed by Kev. Keidell. was held on
the following Thursday at 10 o'
clock, interment being made in
the Hustontown Cemetery; He
was not married, and Bince the
death of his parents -some years
ago. he lived with his brothers
and Bisters, spending most of the
time in the homes of M. L. Kirk
at Hustontown and E. H. Kirk
at Hiram. About three months
ago, he went to the home of his
sister where he died. - He was
an even-tempered, social gentle
man, with many friends and for
more than fifty years a consist
ent member of the M. E. church
at Fairview. Mr. Kirk is surviv
ed by the following brothers and
To The Good People
of
OLD SANTA CLAUS, through Jeweler Ludwig, of
Chambersburg, sends greetings and an invitation to
visit Ludwig's shop and see the host of beautiful
things he left there for you.
CHINA DINNER SETS in many patterns are here
from France, Austria, China, and England. Havi
land Sets of 100 pieces $37,00 upward. Other China
Dinner Sets range in price from $22.00 upward.
OUR LEATHER DEPARTMENT is well worth a vis
it hundreds of useful gifts are here. Manicure Sets,
Traveling Sets, Wallets, Bill Books, Card Cases, Brush
Sets, etc. for both sexes. Hand Bags in many styles,
sizes and shapes. Automobile Kits for four, five and
six persons $12 to $20.00.
THE GREATEST STOCK of Standard Watches are
here Elgins, Walthams, Howards, Hamiltons and the
famous Gruen Watches. Our prices are right too.
STERLING SILVER, Sheffield Silver Tea-Sets range
in price from $35 to $150. Sterling and Sheffield
Coffee Sets $15 to $55.00. Sheffield Trays, Cake
Plates, Bread Trays and Serving pieces are here in
profusion.
SOLITAIRE DIAMOND RINGS range in price from
$10.00 to $535.00 each. Pearl La-Vailiers-Diamond
mounted La-Valliers, Beautiful Gold Brooches, Pen
dants, Cuff Buttons, Chains of every description are
here awaiting you.'
COME OVER we will give to every McConnellsburg
purchaser, a State Souvenir Spoon free of charge.
. W. H. LUDWIG,
JEWELER, Chambersburg, Pa.
sisters: E. H.Kirk, at Hiram; G.
B at Holden, Mo. ; M. G.and
S. W., McConnellsburg; -M. L,
at Hustontown; John W., Balti
more; J. C, of Wells Valley;
Jennie E., widow of J. E.
Downes and living in Huston
town; Anna, wife of M. G, Lam
berson and Agnes, wife of J. C.
Lamberson both of Hustontown.
Jesse Howard Edwards.1
A letter from Mary S. Edwards
brings the information that Jesse
Howard Edwards, aged 44 years,
died at his mother's residence,
42 Perth St., Philadelphia, on
Saturday, November 20, 1915.
The deceased was formerly a
resident of this county.
Are Verj Grateful.
The Directors and Business
Manager of the Chambersburg
Hospital desire that the Fulton
County News shall express to
the good people of McConnells
burg and vicinity, their sincere
appreciation of the generous gift
of one hundred quarts of canned
fruit, such as only Fulton County
housekeepers know how to pre
pare. They want also, to thank
Rev. Mr. Yearick, for the inter
est he took in collecting the fruit
and delivering the same in his
automobile all without 'any cost
to the hospital or to any of the
donors. It is to be hoped that
Fulton County people will be
spared the necessity of taking
board and lodging in that insti
tution; but if it should happen to
be necessary for any one to have
a leg sawed off, Surgeons Palmer
and Skinner will see to it that it
doesn't hurt
Mr. and Mrs.' R. W. Mellott, of
Big Cove Tannery called at the
News office yesterday to pay up
to 1917. The former's left eye,
injured by a blast and removed
last August, has not healed.- Mrs.
Mellott raised a red beet this
summer that- weighs 12 pounds
and is 22. inches in circumference
by 16 inches in length.
G. W. REISNER 1 CO
HOLIDAY BARGAINS
The sale of Ladies, Misses, and
Children's Coats coes on. Lots of
Bargains left. Coats that sold for $6.00, now $3.75, and so on
through the entire stock.
HULLABALOO
There is a Wonderful hullabaloo about Men's
Clothing advancing, but we can sell you a
Suit just as cheap as ever before; qualities equal, and workman
ship better. See our stock of Overcoats. Prices to suit every
person.
SHOES
Shoes direct from the factory, and as solid
and good as any one can sell. Our prices
are low.,
Dress Goods
duplicated at present prices.
A large line of Dress Goods and
Silks. Muslins that can not be
RUBBERS
Rubbers for every personthe best
that can be had.
Blankets
Bargains in Blankets and Comforts. A
good white Cotton Comfort for a dollar.
Geo. W. Reisner & Co.,
McConnellsburg, Penn'a.
er Goods
Election Notice.
At the instance of The State
Board of Agriculture of Pennsyl;
vania there will' be a meeting
held at McNaughton's School
House, Friday afternoon at 1:30
o'clock for the purpose of elect
ing a county representative to
serve on the State Board of Ag
riculture. - The members of the
Big Cove' Agricultural Society
and other similar organizations
of Fulton County are asked to
participate or send defegates. A
Farmers' Institute program will
be a feature of the occasion.
. W. C. Patterson, Sec.
Notice to Shareholders.
The regular annual meeting of
the' shareholders of the Fulton
County Bank, of McConnellsburg,
Pa., for the election of directors
for the ensuing year, will be held
in the Banking Rooms on Tues
day, January 11, 1916, between
the hours of 1 o'clock and 2
o'clock, p. m. ;
Wilson L. Nace, ,
12-9,4t , Cashier.
Mrs. B. Frank Henry was a
Chambersburg shopper Tuesday,
At Harrisonville.
Examine Our Linps and Get our
Prices Before Buying
Elsewhere. i
Outing Flannels 8 and 10c
Flannelettes 10c
Muslins 5k
Sweet-Orr Cord Pants $2.40
Cord Coats, Heavy with Large Collar $2.50
High Rock Underwear 45
Sweaters for Men and Boys 50c. up
Ladies' Black Sweaters $2.50
Horse Blankets good and heavy $2.00
Stable Blankets $1.25
Misses' Knit Skirts 50
Women's Outing Skirts 50
SHOES
We have a bigger and better line of Shoes, than we
ever had. We have picked up some samples in la-
dies' Gun Metal and Vici that we will give you the
benefit of-3, 3i, and 4 only-$1.60 and $1.75.
Men's Gun Metal Button" at $2.00 and $2.75-all
sizes. Don't forget that we have the Selz line,
also, at $3.50. Misses Hightop Shoes for School
at $1.50 and $2.00.
RUBBERS
Special Bargains in Real Estate
101 Acres in Taylor township. Good improve
ments and well located. Nearly all limed.
Plenty of timber. Easy terms. Price 51700 00.
200 Acres Todd township, 2 1-2 miles from
McConnellsburg, near limestone quarry. Good
timber Brick house, good barn and well locat
ed, Price $3500.00, Easy terms.
Inquire tor particulars.
GEO. A. HARRIS, Agent,
McConnellsburg, Penn'a.
We have the biggest line of rubbers wg ever had.
- Ball Band and the B. F. Goodrich lines. Arctics
' and Overs for all the family. Red soled Arctics and
Gums; also, White ones. 1
We dare not quote prices here, but just come
in and you will be agreeably surprised.
Miscellaneous
Lard cans
10 qt. tin pails
Lisk 10-qt. pails
10-qt. dish pans -Wash
boilers, heavy tin
Nickle plated teakettles
4-gal. churns
Washing machines
Web halters
Good Heavy team bridles
Cow chains
Hitching straps
teggins for men and boys
4 pairs canvas gloves
WE THANK
32 and 38 cts.
10c.
50c.
10c.
$1.25
$1.00
$2.50
$5.50
15 cts.
$2.25
15 cts.
45 cts.
45 and 50 cts.
25 cts.
YOl)
M. H. HOLLINSHEAD
'
Harrisonville, Pa.
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.
Write, or call on,
, D. H. PATTERSON, .7 7
WEBSTER MILLS, ;V A."
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