Pike County Democrat, Volume 26, Number 27, Petersburg, Pike County, 15 November 1895 — Page 1

November Cloak Sale.

Great slaughter of hatulsoii^e, stylish Cloaks and Capes for No* vember. We Intend to boom the Cloak business for this month, and have put the price so the smallest purse can reach them. With every purchase of Ladies' Cloak or Cape during this month we will present free a handsome Cloak Hanger and For Muff The Cloak Hangers are made of wood, and are Just the thing to keep your wrap in petfect shape. The Muffs are Black Coney Fur. you know how nice they are this cool Weather. Jgp* We have the largest line of Cloaks In town, and it don’t take a $35 acre lot to buy one. We can tit the least tot or the largest “two hundred pounder.” Remember tuls sale is for November only. Don’t put ofl your purchase. Buy now. W. V. Hargrove & Co„ . The Cloak House of Petersburg.

Go to II. II. Tislow for all kinds of watch and clock repairs. 28* The flooring mill at Winslow has undergone extensive repairs. Frank J. Dobb of Evansville, was interviewing onr business men Monday. Empress baking powder stands at head of the list for purity and leavening qualities. 41* , Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Watd’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6 The typhoid fever epidemic has struck the neighborhood about Augusta. A number of cases are reported by the doctors. John Harrell,' living in ^Knox county, died Sunday evening last of ‘typhoid tever aged 20 years. The burial took pl^oe Monday a&ernoon at Reels chapel'. Key. A. II. Kelso of Priuceton, has been secured permanently as pastor of the C. P. church and is giving the best of satisfaction to the cbngregation.—Washington Advertiser. The rains of last week were very acceptable in this section. The .cisterns were about empty, while all the small creeks were dried up. It has had a wonderful cflect ou the growing wheat. Jerome B. Evans, foreman of the Gazette’s news and job rooms, has sold his property and will go South Mr. Evans is an up-to date printer and a good citizen. We wish him well wherever he may locate.—Washington Advertiser. ,

Gabe Adkerson of Winslow, was in town Tuesday. House for rent on Sixth street. Enquire of W. V. Hargrove. 28-2 Simon Wolf has accepted a clerkship in the store of I. Joseph & Son, at Vincennes. G. C. Baker and wife of Indianapolis, were the guests of Smith Osborne last week. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s slock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. ' 25-6 The M. E. Sunday school will give an entertainment Christmas eve. A splendid program is now being ai ranged for the occasion. The six-weeks-old child of Charles Wilhite, near Clark’s station, died very suddenly Tuesday night. The burial took place Wednesday at the Loveless cemetery. Circuit court convenes next Monday. There will be a grand jury at this term of court, and no doubt the violaters of the law will be made to tremble in their boots. Business men report a better trade this fall than they have had for some time, more evidence of better times and increasing prosperity. Oue by one arq the calamity howlers relegated to|the background. New Albany has the distinction of having two of the oldest women of Southern Indiana as inhabitants. Mrs. Hooper, past 82 years of age and Mrs. Beeler who will attain the age of 91 years on the 19th- instant. Both en‘joy good health.

Who would not give ten cents to see a three-legged elephant or 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 flsh” when compared with the ones we are displayiiig at the Star*Clothing* House We draw crowds both day and night; and no wonder, when you can buy a good Suit for a man for the small sum of 14.50, a pair of Boots for |1.50, a suit of Underwear for 50 cents and a good Warm Cap for 15 cents, it is no wonder we draw crowds, Bbrnum, the king of showmen, made a success of his business by advertising and always doing and showing what he agreed to. While we are not in the “show business” we follow Barnum’s rule by selling the goods at the prices ad- \ vertised. If you have the least doubt about this matter follow the crowds to Jbe St0r D@tbtt)g |^©ase Petersburg, Indiana. P 8.—We are still agents for the Crescent Steam Laundry.

Insure against lire aud tornadoes. See R. C. Hammond. Dr. DeTar of Winslow, was in town Tuesday on business. Will Doty is building a large bank barn on his farm west of town. II. H. Tislow jewelry and watchmaker Petersburg. All work guarteed. 28* William Cassidy end wife of Clay township, were in town Monday shopping. John MeAtee of Oakland City, was here attending to business interests last Saturday. Empress baking powder has been thoroughly tested and pronounced superior to all others. 42* William C. Dillon and family of Qtwell, will move to this city soon.— Washington Democrat. A fine pipe organ is being purchased for the C. P. church. It will cost $000, and is a very fine instrument. Warner Barrett is now selling dry goods and clothing cheaper than ever. The cause of it all is a bouncing big boy. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G, Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6 Mrs. R. A. Morrison returned to her home at Corysvllle, Tuesday after a months visit with Sherman Dering and familjr. <

Miss Tot Hicks is teaching at the Smith school near town. Mr. Miley, the regular teacher, has been ill for sometime, but is recovering. Supt. Foreman of the city schools returned from Indianapolis, Saturday, where he had been attending the state meeting of school superintend* ents. In another column of today’s paper will be found the column add oMhe “Economy” store, which opened up in the Hisgen block yesterday. Read the prices given in their ad. The ladies of the Baptist church will give a dinner and supper Tuesday, November 19th at the old Smith hotpl building, Go and take diuner and supper and have a good time. Wanted to Rent.—A farm of 250 acres of improved land for five years; must have good improvements; near county seat; references given. For particulars address or call at this office. 23-4 What has become of Petersburg’s band? During the summer it was the boa6t of many that this place had the best band in this part of the state, but for several weeks the toot of the horn has not been heard. Wake up, boys. Cremation is making 60 little progress that it may be said to have lost it3 hold even upon the opponents of burial. Over 100,000 people died in the United States in 1894, and less than 700 bodies were cremated. The price of incineration is $35, children under 12 years, $10.

Edgar Simpson, the young man who lost a limb sometime back, by the accidental discharge of a shot gun while hunting near Littles, is at present, attending, school at the Maple Grove school house and will in all probability, soon be teaching a school of his own.—Friendship church item. Thomas Burns, a miner at Ayrshire* was arrested last week by Charles Wesley, marshal of Winslow, on a charge of assault and battery. Burns opened fire on the marshal and it was quite interesting tor a time, but nobody was hurt. Burns was taken before Squire Chambers, who fined him $5.00 and costs. The public schools in the United States seem to be largely in the handJl of female teachers, and what is more, the percentage of increase in favor of the ladies is startling. At the present rate it will only be a few years when the entire educational interests of the country, unless it be in the colleges, will be in the hands of the women. A very sad accident occurred at Stendal last Saturday, resulting in the death of the ten year old son of Dr. Cliftord, a former resident of Holland. The boy was kicked on the head by a horse with such force as to crush the ooy’s skull and cause the brain to protrude. Death relieved the boy fropn his inteuse sufferings l the next day.—Huntingburg News.

Elias Grace of near Hosmer, was In town Tuesday on business. Mrs. E. It King is visiting her parents at Elbcrfield this week. For farm Insurance see R. C. Hammond, He will save yon 25 per cent. W. S. Kiog. representing the Indianapolis Journal, was here Wednesday. The teachers of Washington township held an institute last Saturday in this place. Mrs. Anna Hammond went to Evansville today to attend the chrysanthemum show. Empress baking powder is made by a home company and guaranteed to be the best on the market. 42* Euice McCormack of Winslow, was in town Monday and ordered The Democrat to his address. J. Z. Bell of near Cato, was In town Saturday. Mr, Bell is one of the teachers of that township’s schools. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6

M. M. Goweu and Robert Hyneman, two enterprising farmers of Clay township, were ip town Monday on business. The infant child of W. E. McNeeley died Monday and was buried at ihe White church cemetery near the county farm. Jonathan Catt of near . Oliphant, was in town last Thursday. While here he called and renewed his subscription for another year. To Exchange-—Oakland City property for Petersburg property. If you have property to trade write at onco. Address, Box 123, Oakland City. 26-4 William H. Evans, editor of the Oakland City Free Press, was stricken with paralysis Monday while at work in his office. But little hopes are entertained for his recovery. There will be six applicants for liquor licenses at the next session of commissioners court. Fiye of the applicants want license to sell at Peterbnrg and the other at Ayrshire. L. R. Hargrave went to Elnora Tuesday, where he will buy grain aloug the E. & I. road. He has formed a partnership with Frank Bros., to buy in that territory. We wish alt success. Peter Drof 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. Call on him when wanting anything in that line. 24-4 Notice.—All persons indebted to the Petersburg Implement Co., either By note or account are requested to call and settle as we are closing up our business. If not settled at once or satisfactory arrangement made, we will place all notes and accounts iu the hands ,ot oar attorney for collection. E. V. Tislow, Manager.

Policeman Jacob Kiefer of Evansville, was attacked by a negro named nine of St. Louis, Tuesday evening. B'ho shot at Kiefer several times, two of pie shots passing through his clothing. It was a narrow escape tor the brave officer. Kiefer is a brother of Henry Kiefer of this place and was formerly marshal here several yeara ago. Has any one auy idea of the loss the farmers have sustained this year by allowing apples that fell from the trees to rot upon the ground ? They were worthless you say. Perhaps they were not worth much at present; but suppose they bad been gathered and made into cider. In a year or two that cider would have turned into the best of vinegar, worth at least 15 cents a gallon. It ma,y be several years before another stich a crop of apples is produced here. Ah East End woman who was pestered, as many folks are, by other folk’s chickens scratching up her garden and littering, hit on a novel scheme of conveying a geutle hint to her neighbors. She tied a lot of small cards with strong thread to big kernels of corn, and wrote on the cafds: “Please keep your chickens at borne.” The chickens ate the corn an$ carried the message to their owners in a fashion that was startling an$ effective,—Washington DemoIsm ." ’

The last session of the Indiaua leg* isirture cost 199,723.04. George Oliphant went to Indianapolis, Tuesday on business.. Mrs. Broadwell of Velpen, was in town shopping Wednesday. William Bottoms of Patoka town* ship, was in town yesterday on business. Insure your property with R. C. Hammond. He will save you money on farm property. The sports are having a big time hunting the quail and taking them in on the wing as it were. We recommend Empress baking powder to those who desire a strictly pure and wholesome powder. 42* Sam Gladish went to Indianapolis, Tuesday, where he has accepted a position in the Union stock yards. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought/ to the city. 25^6 When you are looking for bargains call on Max Blitzer. Read his advertisement in which he notes some big bargains.

There will be a series of onion, temperance meetings begun at the M. E. church Sunday evening and continue for four nights. E. M. Smith, Muncie, was in town Wednesday. Ho went trom here to Elberfield to visit his father 84 years old yesterday. On account of the chrvsa show at Evansville today, the E. & l. will 6*11 tickets at one and one-third faie for the round trip, good until Saturday. * 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. W. F. Rodimel, has become the proprietor of the VanNada hotel building. He has leased the building to John Read, who will take charge about the first ot December. f Simeon J. and Mrs. Haines entertained a number of friends on East Main street last Friday evening. The evening was greatly enjoyed by the guests. Elegant refreshments were served.

Adams & Rice have this week balk oysters, celery, cranberries, new canned goods, mixed pickles, chow chow, horseradish, sweet pickles, and every thing nice, fresh and cheap to eat. Don't fail to see. them for table supplies. “Blue Front” grocery, provision and fruit house. The cure of rheumatism has often taxed medical skill, hut it’s prevention has been very easy by an occasional use aof Simmons Liver Regulator. It keeps the liver well regulated, and the system free from poison. Therein is the secret of health. “I have used it for years for iudigestion and constipation, and also found it gives one relief from a touch of rheumatism.”—N. Hughes, Lordsburg, N. M.

Will Ayers new store at Cato will be opened op this week. Mrs. Toppitt of Chicago, is visiting her sister Mrs. Morris Frank. L. Robltug of Winslow, was ipf Michigan last week on business. Newitt Bass, jr., of near Stendal, was in town Monday on business matters. The recent rains have made the roads very heavy but the people are very well contented. Every can of Empress baking powder warranted. If not satisfactory the price will be refunded. 42* J. W. T^ilson arrived yesterday morning from Guthrie, Okloboma, to attend the November term pi court. Robert Kemp and mother of,Dubois county, were here Wednesday, the gne&ts of Dr. I. H. Lamar and family. Before buying fancy china ware see C. G. Ward’s stock, the largest and most complete ever brought to the city. 25-6 T. F. Craig of Otwell, passed through the city, Monday, enroute from Dale to his home.—Huntingburg Argus. The two-year-old ch&j^of Goodlet Jerrauld, living south of town, diod Monday ot croup. Burial at Walnut Hills cemetery Tuesday.

Dr. Ireland of Winslow, left Tuesday for Indianapolis, where he will take a complete review in surgery at the medical college at that place. There was a flag raising at the Bowman school bouse Madison township, yesterday afternoon. A number of persons were present and assisted in uufurling “old glory" to the breeae. It is said that iu many localities where potatoes are too plenty to bring a price, farmers are feeding tbq vegetables to their hogs. The quality of bacon is said to be creatly^mproved by a mixed diet of potatoes and grain, and as a fattener it is without equal.

The chrysanthemum show will be* gin Thursday evening and will be open to the public day and night at the Patterson & Alexander building. There will be other attractions besides the flowers. A good musical program will be rendered during the evening and a fine dinner served each day at 25 cents. k f Nothing on earth fetches a man like a good dinner and a well dressed wife presiding. The hnsbanti who can look forward to such a state of things every day of his life will never tire of his home, and the wife who studies bis comfort*will have but little difficulty in managing him according to her will. Men are gregarious animals and \fill wander in spito of all allurements, but they are selfish enough to remain where they are the best treated, and by taking a little trouble for a year of two of married life the years that will, as a rule, fiud the busbaud always glad to go back to the pretty home where a dainty woman and a delicious dinner await him. '

J'lapdreds •»ICLOAKS AND* ■SCAPES* m Plain Cloth, Boucle. Plush or Fur. We just bought a big lot of Samples, and offer you some bargains, A fine Short Jacket, full sleeve, for $ 4 00 A nice Jacket, black or blue, velvet collar, 5 50 A/ffle Beaver, blue, black or brown, 10 00 These are a few specials that we consider special bargains. Go anywhere else and the same goods will cost you double. A DANDY FUR CAPE, WORTH 16.30 ..£>r * f ® ^ A FINER ONE, WORTH *12.00. lor i* A BEAUTY IN FRENCH CONEY, WORTH *15.00 .. for 11 '5 Cloth Capes at any price from *2.50 upward. Ask any one you meet who has sold the Clocks In Petersburg, and they will tell you gas prate's JJaifliftetl) Stere