Pike County Democrat, Volume 26, Number 26, Petersburg, Pike County, 8 November 1895 — Page 1

November Cloak Sale. Great slaughter or handsome, stylish Cloaks and Capes for November. We Intend to boom the Cloak business for this month, and have pat the price so the smallest purse can reach them. With every purchase of Ladles' Cloak or Cape during this month we will present free a handsome The Cloak Hangers are made of wood, and are just the thing to keep your wrap In perfect shape. The Muffs are Black Coney Fur. you know how nice they are this oool weather. Jfg* We have the largest line of Cloaks In town, and It don’t take a $35 acre lot to buy one. We can fit the least tot or the largest “two hundred pounder." Remember tuts sale Is for November only. Don’t put off your purchase. Buy now. W. V. Hargrove & Co The Cloak House of Petersburg.

Subscribe for Thk Democrat. Rev. Joseph Wiggs of Winslow, was in town Tuesday., M. M. Gowen of Clay township, was in town last Friday on business. *dis8 Mabel Mauck of Princeton, is viMting her sister Mrs. Will Hargrove. Empress baking powder has been thoroughly tested and pronounced superior to all others. 42* Mrs. S. H. Fettinger and daughter, living south of town, are both very 111 with catarrhal fever. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, tho largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6 The district meeting of the K. of P. will be hfid in Princeton, January The grand lodge officers will be in attendance.

The Kickapoo Indian mediciue company passed through the city Tuesday. They have been showing at Union for several days. But one marriage license has been issued since last week. Charles E. McCormack and Tina F. Hersman were the contracting parties. To Exchange —Oakland City property for Petersburg property. If you have property to trade write at onco. Address,, Box 123, Oakland City. 26-4 Simon Wolf, who has been employed as clerk in Moses Frank's store for the past ihirteenyears resigned his Evansville were he expects to go to work. ‘a position He went to

Mrs. William Liibs visited relatives in Princeton over Sunday. Treasurer Beach had a big day last Friday, taking in over $4,000 in taxes, James Ross of Monroe township, made the capitol a visit Tuesday on business. [We recommend Empress baking powder to those who desire a strictly pure and wholesome powder. 42* Last Monday the various notary publics and the county clerk were busy making out pension vouchers. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, the largest and most compete ever brought to the city. 25*6 The team of Embree Lamb rail away Monday afternoon on Main street creating quite an excitemeut for a short time. James T. Marshall, the Winslow hardware merchant, was in town last Friday on business. While here he made the editor a friendly cal). This being the time o{ year in which tvphoid fever and other dan* gerons maladies prevail it is advisable tor everyoue to watch his health

closely. Last week in the obituary notice of Mrs. Mary C. Thomas the types made it read that she was married January 13, 1895, when it should have been January 14,185$. An exchange that probably knows whereof it speaks says, that woman is composed of 234 bones, 189 muscles and 395 pins. Fearfully and wouderfully made and to be handled with care to avoid scratching.

Curiosities Always Draw Large Ms Who would not give ten cento to see » three-legged elephant nr a goose with two heads. Even a “petrified Indian squaw" drew large crowds on the streets a few nights ago, But all these curiosities are “small fish" when oompared with the ones we are displaying at the Star*Clothing® House We draw crowds both day and night; and no wonder, when you can buy a good Stilt for a man $>r the small sum of $4.50, a pair of Boots for $1.50, a suit of Underwear for 50 cento and a good warm Cap for 15 cents, it Is no wonder we draw crowds. Barnum, the king of showmen, made a success of his business by advertising gnd always doing and showing what he agreed to. While we are not in the “show business" we follow Barnum’* rule by selling the goods at the prices advertised. If you have the least doubt about this matter follow the crowds to Jbe ('[ease Petersburg, Indiana. F. 8.—We are st^ll agents for the Crescent Steam Laundry.

LOCAL HAPPENINGS! Gathered on the Fly by The Democrat’s Reporters, News Items From Here, There and Everywhere. Court, City and Penml Item la |i Abreylated Form. Tra Will rial Tkeaa All later TMta flMtiaf. See what nice large tyaukets you can get at G* T. Rime's. 23-4 Commissioners’ court convenes the first Mouday in December. Rev. T. H. Smith of Hosmer, was in town Monday on business. Dr. DeTar and wife of Winslow, were iu town Tuesday shopping. J. L. Bass of Lockhart township, was in town Tuesday on business. E. E. McRoberts, teacher in the Union schools, was in town last Saturday.

Mr. Patterson, the sewing-machine dealer, is still confined to his bed.— Mt. Vernon Sun. Empress baking powder is made by a home company and guaranteed to be the best on the market. 42* Charles Wesley, of Winslow, was In town Monday. Ho has been reappointed marshal of that place. Fred Butler, one of the hardworking democrats of Monroe township, was in town last Friday on business matters. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever Drought to the city. The meeting of the Southern Indiana teacher’s association will occur at Washington during the month of April next year. G. T. Kime has a large line of boots and shoes at prices to suit the times. Come in and see what a good pair ot boots $1.50 will buy. 23*4 Bev. W. H. Carpenter, has moved from Otwell to this place, and will take a course of study in the college this winter.-Oakland City Enterprise. Mrs. Amos Catt died at her home ' near Uniou last Saturday. She was about sixty years of age. The funeral took place Monday and burial at the Catt cemetery. Sammy Anderson,'son of Rev. S, F. Anderson, left for Greencastle, Wednesday morning, where he will enter a musical school and ta^e a complete course in instrumental music.

Wanted to Rent.—A farm of 250 acres oMm proved land for fire years; must hare good improvements; near county seat; references given. For particulars address or call at this office. 23-4 Some of our republican friends seem to be overjoyed at the result of the elections Tuesday. Some of the little fellows were “overjoyed” with the stuff that make some people “obejoyful.” The W. C. T, U. will have their meeting this Friday afternoon at the C. P. church at 3 o’clock at which time the state convention which was held at Vincennes, October 10th, will be reported by the delegates. Peter Prof is still in the market for old junk, hides, etc., and will buv all that is brought In. He also keeps in stock fresh lime and cement, plasterers’ hair and builders’ supplies. Cal) on him when wanting anything in that line. 24-4 It Is variously charged that about one-third of those enumerated as voters in this State are not found in the tax-lists, apd hence pay no taxes. In addition to that there are large mumbers whose names are entered by assessors for poll tape wbo ncyer pay.

Will Braden west to Evansville on business Wednesday. Go to H. H. Tislovrfor all kinds of watch and clock repairs. 28* Joel Evans of Marion township, was here Tuesday on busiuess. Dr. Hatfield of Union, was in town Tuesday on professional business. Frank McCoy, of Winslow, was in town Monday on business matters. Sol Frank went to Evanslille Wednesday to attend a social meeting of the Elks. A. Traylor of near Cato, was in town Monday paying his annual taxes to Pike bounty. I Every can of Empress baking powder warranted. If not satisfactory the price will be refunded. 42* Turner Hardin, living at Clark’s Station, rejoices over the advent of a floe girl baby at his home last Friday. I Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, tJ^a largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6 The railroad companies have paid their taxes into the county treasury. The total sum amounted to something over 13000. Doot forget Hargrove & Co’s great November cloak sale. Cloak hanger and fur muff given free with every ladies wrap. 25-2 Thomas H. Dillon attended court at Jasper last week. He was the attorney in a case from this county on a change of venue. Mrs. Sarah Nash, 53 years old, died atOtwell Monday of typhoid fever. The remains were taken to Plainville, Daviess county, Tuesday for burial. M. Amos of'Ayrshire, was in town last Saturday on business. Mr. Amos is weighmaster at the mines at that place, which position he has filled for some years. * We desire to call the attention of our readers to the men who advertise in this paper, and when you trade with them tell them you saw their ad in The Democrat. There has been more building going on this season than for many years previous. Thousands of dollars hate been invested and has given employment to every man that wanted work. j.

Orders have been issued by tbe postoffice department that in the future no duplicated postoffice money orders are to be issued until sixty days have elapsed from the issuance of the original. Major H. A. Mattison, of Evansville, and D. Q. Chappell, ot Petersburg, were attending court in Jasper Wednesday, as attorneys in a suit brought to this county by change of venue from Pike.—-Jasper Courier. Wm. F. Rodimel, who formerly was one of the proprietors of the Oak street livery stable, has purchased the V'anNada hotel at Petersburg. He will not take possession, however, until December.-Washington Democrat. Virgil Greene moved his family and household effects to Petersburg, Tuesday. He will follow as soon as the present term of court is over. We wish him success in his new field of action, but regret to lose him.— Jasper Herald. The residents of East Main street were startled by the alarm of fire yesterday morning about one o’clock. The woodhouse of Judge Ely was found t$ be on fire, ^nd it being in close proximity to his stable some alarm was felt at first, but by the copious use of water the stable was sated.

Mrs. Jane Jerrauld, liying near Clark’s Station, died last Thursday, aged 73 years. She was born in this county. Tne funeral was held Saturday forenoon conducted by Lewis Loveless. She was a member of the Missionary Baptist church. The interment took place at Walnut Hills cemetery at this place. \ Virgil F. Greene of Jasper, has removed to this city and formed a law partnership with Thomas H. Dillon. Mr. Greene is a young man and has been in the practice for several years. He is a graduate of the Bloomington law school. The firm will occupy the same room$ that Mr. DiUon has occupied over the Citizens’ State bank. Their law ca^d may be found in the professional

Martin Lori of Huntingburg, wa* hern this week on butines?. Charles Haury of Oakland City, 'jras here Monday on business. Trustee Shrode of Clay township, was in town on business Monday. Mrs. William Selby ta yisltlng friends and relatives at OwensvlUe. H. H. Tlslow jewelry and watchmaker Petersburg. All work guarteed. 28* Daniel Wiggs and James McCord of Winslow, were in town Wednesday on business.

Mis* Lillie Goalin left Tuesday morning for Loogootee, where the will visit relatives. Ladies, The Democrat office has jnst received a new line of visiting cards. Call and see them. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G, Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6 Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Limp, of Petersburg, were the guests of the Misses Kuebler, Tuesday and Wednesday.— Jasper Herald. Call at The Democrat office for your job priuting. The best job printer in the city. See us before leaving your order. Wilhelm Wolf and Miss Stella Frank wept to Cincinnati yesterday. Miss Frank goes for the purpose of taking treatment for her eyes. The United States court of appeals, Judge Baker ruling, decides that a state’s boundary extends to the middle 6t the great lakes along which they border. The supreme court handed down a decision in the case of Sarah Miller, administratrix, vs. The £. Ss I. railroad, last week, in which the lower court was sustained.

A number of the friends of Mrs. George West pleasantly surprised her last Friday evening. A delightful evening was enjoyed in games and pleasantry. Refreshments were served. Joseph Ifawkirk and wife left Tuesmoruing; for Atlanta, to take in the sights of the cotton states exposition. They will he abseut about two weeks and will visit the family of Dr. Kime before returning. A government survey party is at work surveying White river from the pumping station near this city to the mouth of the river. The object is to see it the river can be put in navigable shape.—Washington Advertiser. At the conning Chrysanthemum show for the finest collection of chrysanthemums a premium of 95 will be given; also a premium of |3 will be given tor the finest specimen of a single blossom. Anyone inEPike county can compete. George VanNada of Petersburg, has purchased of W. F. Rodimel his Oakland City property; two residences one on Main street opposite the Ross House, the other on Depot street in the East end.—Oakland City Free Press.

Diphtheria is racing at Aifordsville says the Washington Gazette. Elijah Gladish of Sumner, Illinois eras here Tuesday on business. LeWright Wood, of near Algiers, was in town Monday on business. George Skinner of near Arthur, was in town Wednesday on business. The residence of Moses Frank on Seventh street is receiving a fresh coat of paint. Empress baking powder stands at head of the list for purity and leavening qualities. 41* It is a question now where the farmers will find room enough tq store their corn. Hinshaw, the murder of his wife, was sentenced to life imprisonment at Danville Tuesday. Before buying fancy china warn see C. G. Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 26-6 Pat McCarty of Washington, was in town Monday looking after the boilding of his new brick store room i on Main street.

Mrs. W. S. Brown of Winslow, died of consumption Monday night. She was taken to Crawford county Tuesday morning for burial. Mias Nora Woolsey, '* neice of Auditor Woolsey, Is very ill at her home near Arthur. Her recovery i* hoped for by her many friends. G. T. Kirae for dry goods, groceries, boots and shoes, queensware and all kinds of merchandise. Produce taken in exchange for goods at the higheet prices. 23-4 George Martin is laid np this week from the effects of a very sore foot. An operation was performed Snnday and a cmajl portion of the great toe on the right foot removed. The crop of persimmons is said tq be unusually large this year. They make an excellent dainty for winter evenings, either dried or packed in sugar and so on till the jar or orock ig filled.

A number of Petersburg* young people gathered at the home of Clark Whitman Tuesday evening to surprise his better half. The evening was pleasantly spent and a good time was had by the surprisers. The miners of Daviess county are again out on a strike, or at least a number of them are. They demand a change in screens and the lower price of powder by the keg. From all appearances the strike will probably continue for sometime. On the eighth page will be found the announcement of the chrysanthemum show to be held at Evansville beginning November 12th and continuing for four davs. An electric orchestnan has been secured af § heavy expense and three concerts will be given daily. This feature alone is well worth the trip to that city. The show will be on a grander scale than ever before.

Hai)dreds ef ^CLOAKS AND* SCAPES* In Plain Cloth, Boneto, Plush or Fnr. We Just bought a big lot of Samples, and offer yon some bargains. A fine Short Jacket, full sleeve, for $ 4 00 A nice Jacket, black or blue, velvet collar, 5 50 A fine Beaver, blue, black or brown, 10 00 These are a few specials that we consider special bargains. Go anywherp else and the same goods will cost yon doable. ,CAPES/«#A DANDY PUR CAPE, WORTH $6^0. ... for * 5 00 A FINER ONE. WORTH *12.00 . ...fof 8 00 A BEAUTY IN FRENCH CONEY, WORTH H5.00.11 75 Cloth Capes at any price firom 12.50 upepurd. Ask any one you meet who. has sold the Cloaks In Petersburg, and they will tell you ■ gas fray's k[at7>i7>0tb Store