Pike County Democrat, Volume 26, Number 14, Petersburg, Pike County, 16 August 1895 — Page 1

August Shoe Sale! .To boom Shoes through August we h*ve made a special sale or our entire stock of iShees in both stores for the month of August only. It requires a great deal of nerve to •laughter Shoes now with the big advance of uearly SO percent on top of them. Buy now; It’s nioney in your pocket. Every day you wall they will cost you more. 3',he price of Shoes Is going clear out of sight.

• I ivies’ Kid Button 8hoes, all sizes .... I W I.adies’ Kid Button Shoes, patent tip opera toe. . .... ft 25 ladies’ Kid Button Shoes, pure Dongola common sense, opera or needle toe ^ 48 Indies’fine Dongola Button, all the new toes, now only ...2 00 Indies* tine Kid Button, Strthley’s make new toes and last.,worth |3 . I 50 l^adies’ Winter Shoes of every kind, finest oil grain .— 1 25 Infant’s Shoes . .. ..... 15 Infant’s Shoes, patent tips .:... 25 We have hundreds of pairs of Shoes and Slippers on .our bargain counter at almost your own price. ■ ■ j>

II' . I ' ■ Ladies’Kid Slipper* .... 50 Ladles’ White Slippers.. . 1 48 Men's $1.75 Shoes In congress or lace. 1 25 Men’s Satin Calf, congress or lace, worth $2.00|.?..1 50 Men’s f2.50 fine Calf or Cordovan.2 00 Men’s genuine Douglass Shoes, oongress or nee... . 2 00 Men’s Calf, Vie! Kid or Cordovan Shoes, $3.00grade..2 50 j | Men’s band-sewed Kangaroo or Calf. .. 3 00 Hundreds of pairs of Men’s sample 8hoes In every grade on our bargain counters at your own price.

Buy your Shoes now. If you put it off you’ll pay double. This opportunity may never come again. We have the largest shoe stock in town. W. V. Hargrove & Co Knockers of High Prices in Petersburg. is Object oi My is Flug to die Eye ± garment that is serviceable and comfortable always gives the wearer satisfaction.

The reason why this young man is so attractive is because he has a pleasing smile on his face, and that is caused by being comfortable and at his ease la one of our -Stylish Hats, Nobby Saits:And a pair of Douglass Shoes. We sold him the whole outfit. He also has his Laundry work doue by the Creecent Steam Laundry (of which we have the ngeucyj. That is another reason why he is so attractive. We can make you just as attractive, for we carry a full line of the latest styles in Clothing, Hats, Shoes and Furnishing Goods US" We will convince you if you will call on us.

«’"■ I. " "■■■'. Star Clothing House Temple of Fashion. Petersburg, Ind. WHAT EVERYBODY SAYS MUST BE SO— WHAT EVERYBODY SAYS (S THAT THE . •; • DEMOCRAT IS THE BEST PAPER Only $1.25.

Mr*. J. B. Young it quite ill tbit week. Pay up yopr delinquent subscription acoouut. Fred Smith was at Evansville, Monday, on business. Go to H. U. Tislow for all kinds of watcb and clock repairs. 28* W. A. Braden was at Lawrence* ville, Illinois, Monday, on business. David Dustin, the genial black* smith, is sufteriug with facial paraly* sis. Mrs J. C. McClorjkin of Evansville, is visiting Mrs Anns Stocks and family. Empress baking powder stands at head of the list for purity and leaven* ing qualities. 41* Seveu complaints for divorce will come up in the circuit court at the August term. The Oakland City fair will be held August 26Wi to 31st. Liberal premiums (or everything. ‘ 14-2 Chas Heacock of Winslow, while cutting wood Monday, almost severed his haud from the wrist. We recommend Empress baking powder to those who desire a strictly pore and wholesome powder. 42* There are thirteen prisoners in the county jail Nearly ail of whom are awaiting trial in the circuit court. Call at the “Bine Front” grocery store and see the doe line of queensware and glassware jost'received. 11 For Sale.—A firstclas* wheel used but little in perfect order, cheap, easy terms. 14-2 W. V. Hargrove. Miss Gertrude Chambers of Linclon Nebraska, aud Bessie, Miller of Princeton, are the guests of Miss Ethel Byers this week. The game of ball between Jasper and the Winslow clubs at Jasper Sunday, resulted in a score of 11 to 19 in favor of the Wiuslow’s. One ot the triplets, a boy, of James Marsee’s died Sunday morning. The funeral was conducted in the after* noon by Rev. Law. Burial at Walnut Hills cemetery. For Rent.—I am going to erect two business rooms on my lot on Main street, Petersburg. Any person wanting to rent them apply to P. A. McCarty, Washington, Ind. 12-3 Harvey Hayes, liviug east of town, brought to market last Friday a canteloupe weighing 25)£ pounds. It would have supplied the average hotel guest for a breakfast meal. There will be a temperance mass meeting at the M. E. church next Sunday night. A petition will be presented for signatures to remonstrate against the granting of liquor licenses in Petersburg. Absolem McClure, jr., of near Augusta, was m town last Saturday and divided cash with the editor. Ab is one of the old time readers of The Democrat and never fails to call at our sanctum when in the capitol.

The various township trustees reports occupy a great deal of space in The Democrat this week and cut short the regular amount of reading matter, but it is interesting reading as it shows just how the people’s money is spent. The central school building is receiving a thorough renovating from cellar to garrett, the first time in many years. The floors are being scrubbed and the woodwork and windows cleaned and the cob-webs swept from the ceiliogs. Let the good work go on. A concrete walk is being put down on the east side of Maih street between Seventh and Eighth streets this week. Ii is understood that the property owners on both sides of Main from Sixth to Eighth will all have concrete walks pat down. We’re puttin’ on city airs, and don't you for- ■ fergit it. s - Perry Chappell, jury commissioner and the county olerk were in session Monday, when the following gentlemen were drawn to serve on the petit jury for the August term of the Pike circuit court: William G. Finney, John Beck, jr., C. fl. Katter, Moses 8kinner, R. M. Craig, James Dyer, William T. Craig, U. S. G. Stapleton, William White, J. M. Barrett, N. E. Carr and Orlando Siple,

Big race* every day at the,Oakland City fair. M-2 Court convenes next Monday with Judge Ely on the bench. C. W. Young and J. H. MoCooueU were in Petersburg Wednesday. Wheat is worth 60 cents, and com 45 cents in the Petersburg market. H. Tielow jewelry arid watchmaker Petersburg. All work guarteed. 28* The flouring mill at Mazelton burned last Friday entailing a loss of 112,000. The Ladies Aid society meets at Mrs. Hattie Barrett's, Wednesday, August 21st. Empress baking powder has been thoroughly tested and pronounced superior to ail others. 42* Mrs. Helen Howell and son ot Lincoln, Nebraska, are the guests of J. W. Wilsou and family. Ladies, The Democrat office has just received a new line ot visiting cards. Call and see them. Every can of Empress baking powder warranted. If not satisfactory the price will be refunded. 42* Elmer Davidson and sister Miss Fita royally entertained a number of their frieuds on Tuesday evening. Get ready for our collector, and when he calls crack down i.he spondulix and let him go on him way rejoicing. _ William Elmore desires to return his most siucere thanks to ti e many friepds who ministered to his wife during her late illuess, Corn for Sale.—I have about 4,000 bushels of old corn that l will sell for 35 cents per bushel at the farm. 14-3 W. H. Fulcher. The Jasper and Vincennes clubs met here Wednesday and played an interesting game of ball. The score stood 8 to 5 in favor pf the former. Wanted.—To exchange fraction ehgine, separator and clover holier for a small farm. Will pay the difference if any in cash. W. A. Oli CHANT

Samuel Snyder who some years ago was & resident of this place, died at Rruceville, Knox county, last Thursday at the advanced age of $3 years. The funeral took place at Monroe City Friday afternoon. John Whitman sold ajvery fine piano to David Grub, Clay township, this week. The piano is on 3 of the very best makes and has a verysuperior tone. Mr. Wliitmau sells notiling but firstclass instruments and at the very lowest prices. Fob Sal*.—One spam of mules wagon aud harness, 25 head of hogs 95 acres laud, 2)4 miles from Petersburg, in good state of cultivation good coal land, 50, 60 or 75 acres adjoiniug the corporation of Petersburg. J. T. Kime. Joseph Stubblefield, living west ot the city, died last Friday morning after a short illness from the effects of a congestive chill. The fuueral services were conducted at Walnut Kills cemetery Saturday morning by Rev. Freeman. He leaves a wife and four small children. The printers on this paper return their thanks for a delicious watermelon to Henry Ault who had an inkling that the boys had good mouths for the favorite product of thia season of the year. The boys made great haste to get outside of the biggest part of it in about three minutes time. Chrysanthemums in this section should, be lifted from the ground aboqt August 20. After lifting them water thoroughly and never let them suffer for the want of water. Give them if possible manure water once a week. Keep them sheltered from tho sun a few days after lifting and they will not be put back in their growth. Several parties from here* spent Sunday at Sweet Sulphur Springs. The spriugs are becoming quite a resort for rest and recuperation. The names of 65 persons appear upon the register as regular guests; from Louisville, 20 from Boonville, and 13 from Rvapsville. One hundred and fifty guests dined there Sunday., The j proprietor and his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Fisher arc very genial and accommodating people and m%ke It pleasant tor those who go there

8 Washington has t shoe factory in operation. Competition opened to the world at the Oakland City fair. 14*2 A small child of W. J. Richardson, at Bowman, died Monday morning. W. E. Hayes of Jefferson township, was in town Monday on basinets matters. The “Blue Front” grocery store is the best place in town for cheap groceries. 11 Daniel B. Davidson of Clay township, was in town last Friday transacting business. Empress baking powder is made by a home company and guaranteed to be the best on the market. 42* Mr. Green, an expert from Akron, Ohio, was here Monday and Tuesday assisting Read and Lee in .operating tbeir well drill? Call at The Democrat office lor your job printing. The best job printer iif the city. See us before leaving your order. The fair association at Oakland City offer great attractions this year. Big races every day. Excursion rates on the railroads. 14-2 A. Martin and Dr. J. W. Bethell of Winslow were at Jeffersonville last week, Mr. Martin has been appointed as inside guard at the prison. When the hair has fallen out, leaving the head bald, if the scalp is not shiny there is4a chance ot regaining the hair by usiug Hail's flair Kenewer. Homer M. Beckes, a prominent attorney of Vincennes, died Sunday night after a short illness. He was well known here by a number of people, who greatly regret his death. Dr. Halstead, presiding elder of the Evansville district, held quarterly meeting services at the M. E. church Sunday evening. The doctor preached a very strong sermon to a large audience. Us.l, Ka nl.fht.liaa RAM Af P

M. Willis, living near town, was kicked in the face by a mole last Saturday. The nose was badly broken and lacerated. Dr. Lamar dressed the wounds of the little fellow and he is getting along very nicely. Mrs. William Elmore died at her home east of the city Saturday morning last of consumption, aged 24 years. The funeral services were held at the M. E. church Sundat morning conducted by Rev. S. F. Anderson. The intermeut took place at Walnut Hills cemetery. While the property owners are putting down fine concrete sidewalks, it would uot be a bad idea for them to use the brick from the old walks in potting in gutters. It would add much to the appearance of the property and the street. It would cost but little to make the improvement. Clarence Parker, who was adjudged insane some few weeks ago and takeu to the Southern Indiana hospital at Evansville, died at that institute last Saturday afternoon. He was about 38 years old. The remains were brought here for burial Monday noon In Walnut Hills cemetery. Funeral services were conducted at the grave by Rev. Elder. There are people who never wear dark glasses and yet they never see anything bright: its the people who are dyspeptic and soured. Everything is out of joint with such people. “I suffered many years with dyspepsia and liver troubles but have been relieved since taking Simmons Liver Regulator. I know others who have beeu greatly benefited bv its use.”— James Nowlaud, Carrollton, Mo. Tuesday Commissioner Wei ton let the contract to John Watson & Co., to tear down the old jail and residence. The firm will receive $12 for taking off the roof and rafters and $1.50 per thousand for tgklng off the brick and cleaning them. The old jail is bound to be torn down although Commissioner Carlisle had rented the building. The commissioners seem to be at variance with each other. There are no minutes on record showing that it should be rented or tom down.

Obitaary. Fornia Kreuinge? vw born Sept. 15, 1868, at Union, Ind. Professed religion and united with the Cumberland Presbyterian church in March 1884 and has ever since been a faithful member. , She was married to G. F. Kretzloger May 3d. 1894, which marriage has been a Tory happy one.—Died July 29, 1895, aged S6 years, 10 months and 14 days. MIn the 6th trouble I will be with thee; yea in the seventh I will not forsake thee.” **I will never leave thee nor forsake thee.” Heb. 13:5. **0, that men would praise the Lord for his goodness and his wonderful works to the children of men.” The deceased has been a resident of Melrose since her marriage o&May 3, 1894, which was onlv of short duration, but a happy lot to the deceased 1 and also to her husband. It has ever been their desire to do all in their power for the happiness and prosperity of each other. While the sickness of the deceased lasted, which was since about May 18th, she never murmured nor complained, but had talked to her husbaud in regard to her death, making requests of coffin and bnria) clothes she desired, who she desired , | to attend to her after death, and m«0y other little requests, all of which haye been carried out by her husband to the very best of his ability. While he can now look forward, as requested by his companion, with a new hope, making due preparation, taking God at his word, when in due time there will be a happy meeting over yonder where parting will be uo more. During the stay of Mrs. Kretzinger * iu our little village she has gained the affections and warmest feelings of all who knew her. They have sympathized with and assisted her in her illness, and now with her% bereaved husbaud, mourn their loss. Mr. Kretzinger has only the kindest feelings and regards for his many friends for their kindness and assistance in his sickness and bereavement, and tenders his sincere thanks to all. ’ Funeral services were conducted by Rev. G. B. Towusend, of Paulding.— Payue, O., Press-Review. Fine Printing, The Democrat excel Is any other office in this section when incomes to the point of job printing. Wt are prepared to execute all classes of work equal to any city office. The, printing is done under the super? vison of one vorsed in the art and » that way gives to its patrons the best to be had. The office keeps in stock nothing but firstciass goods, and has just received another large invoice of lirstclass stationery. Give us a call when needing work of a firstciass order.

All Free. Those who have Dr. King's New Discovery knows its value, and those who have now the opportunity to try it (Tee. Call oq the advertised druggists and get a trial bottle, tree. Send your name and address to H. E. Bucklen A Co., Chioago and get sample box of Dr. King’ New-Life Pills tree as well as a copy of Guide to Health and Household Instructor free. All of which is guaranteed to do you good and cost you nothing. J. R. Adams A Son’s drug store The Petersburg special correspond deut is. getting ip his work again. The latest lie sent out is to the effect that this city is flooded with counterfeit silver front dimes tb cartwheels. This special business is getting chest natty. There is one medicine that will cure im.mediately. We refer to De Witt’s Colic and Cholera Cure for all summer com; plaints. No delay, no disappointment, no failure. J. R. Adams A Son. ^ Seventy-two civil cases have been filed with the clerk of the pircut court. A great many of the cases are suits on notes- There are also upwards nf foflF Hate cases. The docket is the largest fop many years. When occasion demands its use, try De Witt’s Witch Haael Salve. It is cooling to burns, stops pain instantly, cleanses, a perfect healer lor scalds or skin eruptions. Always cures piles. «LR Adams A Son. The second quarterly meeting of the ynion Missionary society will be held at the home of Mrs. Blaucne Morgan, ou Friday, August 23d from 2:30 till 5 p. m. Alt the members am pordially invited to attend. Dr* Price's Cream Baking Powder . | WsrM’s Pair Highest Modai aSd Utah®*