Hon. Jeremiah ROTH, of Lehigh introduced into the Legislature a supplement to an act entitled "an act for the taxation of dogs and the protection of sheep" approved May 25, 1893, providing that the fund raised by the taxation of dogs be applied in addition to the loss of sheep for the loss of other domestic animals bitten by mad dogs. Section 1 - Be it enacted that the fund raised by the taxation of dogs as provided by the act of the General Assembly entitled "an act for the taxation of dogs and the protection of sheep" in addition to the application thereof for the payment of losses sustained by the destruction and damage to sheep be applied for the payment of horses, mules, cattle and swine bitten by mad dog or mad dogs and destroyed or necessary to be destroyed by reason thereof. Said damages shall be ascertained and recovered in the same manner as provided by sections three, four and five of the said act. Section 2 - All acts or supplements of acts inconsistant with the provisions of this supplement are hereby repealed, provided that the supplement shall not repeal or effect the provisions of any special law relating to the same subject in any county, township, borough or city in this commonwealth. The bill has passed second reading.
Democrat County Chairman Ralph E. SHANER, of Pottstown, was in Norristown Monday and said that he would not be a candidate for re-election, and would retire from politics. His successor will likely be former Assemblyman Wellington ROSENBERRY, of Lansdale, who favors the SHANER or BRYAN end of Democracy. The anti-Shanerites have not yet decided upon a candidate.
Dr. Jesse Z. HILLEGASS, proprietor of the Red Hill Hotel, now has eleven draft horses that will average 1640 pounds, the combined weight being 18040 pounds. The doctor feels confident that he now has on his place as fine a lot of horses as there are on any farm in this county.
Mr. and Mrs. L.W. MAZURIE, of Dillingersville tendered a sumptuous banquet to a number of their friends last Sunday. The banquet was one long to be remembered by those present. It consisted of Turkey, with all the accompanying side dishes. The large table fairly groaned under its weight of good things. During the repast the large dining room was filled with beautiful instrumental music. After the banquet the guests retired to the parlor where they were highly entertained. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. E.C. DEILY, Mr. and Mrs. F.B. KAUFFMAN, Franklin FLORES and Walter HEIL.
Levi NASE, of Souderton lost a valuable horse by death last week. He attended the funeral of Leana HEACOCK, and while returning, the horse suddenly fell into the street and was dead. He had only driven about a quarter of a mile and the horse showed no signs of sickness.
The state's lease on the TROXELL property will expire in May. The fish commissioners were anxious to buy it one time, but had only $10,000 at hand when the owners wanted $12,000. Finally, after the commissioners managed to scrape together $12,000, the owners raised the price to $15,000. For a time, and up until now, it looked as if Lehigh would lose the hatchery. But all danger is now passed, for Senator STILES bill will become a law. Representative MAYNE predicts its passage thus: "This bill by Senator STILES will save the fishery for Lehigh county, and it is Senator STILES will have to thank for keeping it in Salisburg. When I first got to Harrisburg I was naturally anxious to save the hatchery for Lehigh and introduced a bill to appropriate $15,000 for the purchase of the property. My bill died. I found I was not there. But the STILES bill for the same purpose will pass. Senator STILES has influence; he is one of the very few Democrats who has influence in this legislature, and the only representative from Lehigh county with influence enough to get a measure through. What Lehigh gets from the legislature will be due to STILES and to nobody else. And not only is Lehigh his field. He is asked to take care of Democratic interests also in Northampton, Berks, and the whole eastern part of the state. He is on every one of the very choicest committees and hardly a measure can come up before the senate where he doesn't have a say in the committee so which it is referred."
On Friday evening, March 8, at 7:45, a Longfellow recital will be given in the Seminary chapel by the elocution department under the direction of Miss HARTZLER. An attractive feature of the program will be the representation by tableaux of scenes from Hiawatha as given by the Ojibway Indian, several years ago, in honor of the visit of Longfellow's sister to their tribe. The recital is free and the public is cordially invited to attend.
In fulfilling his clerical duties, the Rev. J.J. CRESSMAN, of Kutztown, who recently resigned as pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church at Bernville, has traveled by team over 44,000 miles, or nearly twice around the globe. Mr. CRESSMAN was appointed as pastor of St. John's Lutheran Church, Kutztown in 1877. In order to fill this pulpit and that at Bernville each Sunday, it has been necessary for him to drive to and fro between the places, a distance of almost fifty miles. Since 1883 he has also preached regularly at North Heidelberg. In fair weather and foul Mr. CRESSMAN has never failed to make the trip. Advancing age induced him to relinquish the charges at Bernville and North Heidelberg.
Jonathan SMITH, a farmer residing near Hillegass last week caught two large foxes. Mr. SMITH's experience in capturing these sly little animals was quite an exciting one.
Senator WENTZ last week sounded the sentiment as to the necessity for a seperate Orphans' Court in this county. He found public thought very much diversified on the subject. Factional lines in politics seem to be obliterated in its discussion. A few facts on the present state of affairs are these: Last year there were fifty-two accounts on final settlements of estates referred to auditors in this county. The cost to the fifty-two estates was over $7000. Of that amount the auditors' fees amounted to $4040. The salary of an Orphans' Court Judge in this County would be $4550 yearly, paid by the State. The cost of running the court, estimated at $4000 more, would be from the county. Under the present method of referring estates to auditors it requires nearly a year to reach final distribution, as under the rules of court estates have to lay over for three months to allow of the filing of exceptions. It is claimed that the estates under the proposed plan will have their settlements facilitated and receive judicial treatment from the beginning. On the other hand, opponents of the separate court contend that these facts apply with varying force to Bucks, Delaware and lesser counties throughout the State, and that the result will be a needless multiplication of offices.
The personal property and farm stock of M.M. WELDNER of Frederick township was sold yesterday by Sheriff LIGHT. WELDNER is the absconding tax collector who left his home several weeks ago with several hundred dollars. His goods were seized upon executions issued by his bondsmen and others.
The J.C. HANCOCK Ice Co., of Green Lane, gave their men a "set out" last Thursday afternoon. Plenty of eatables and drinkables were to be had, and all seemed well pleased with the firm's treatment.
We Are Prepared For The Spring Trade. We have a new stock of Ranges for the beginner in housekeeping. They are new in style, handsome and well made. We have a large supply of the green and blue enameled ware which is all the rage. Plows! Plows! Plows! Wholesale and retail dealer in plows and repairs. We have the agency for the famous Hamburg Plow, both iron and wood beam. Persons or dealers purchasing in lots will receive special prices. Wm. B. DIEHL, Pennsburg, PA.
Jacob B. HILLEGASS, Attorney-at-Law. Office - Rambo House, opposite the Court House, Swede Street, Norristown, Pa. Estates settled. Accounts collected and all Legal Business transacted with promptness. Can be seen at the office of Henry J. SMITH, in Pennsburg, Every Saturday.
R.E. JACKSON, Manufacturer of and Dealer in Harness. Fine Light and Heavy. Blankets, Whips, Collars, and Horse Furnishing Goods. Light Nickel Harness as low as $12.00. All Harness Guaranteed to be Hand-Made, and of the best stock obtainable. A complete Stock on hand. Come and see it before buying elsewhere. Repairing Neatly and Promptly Done. Red Hill, PA.
We have a large stock of Harness, Collars, and other horse-wear at largely reduced prices. We shall be glad to give you our prices on anything you may need in our line. "Our Harness is made to Last." Thomas LEH & Son, Harness and Fly-Net Makers, East Greenville, PA.
Henry S. SCHULTZ, one of the oldest and most respected citizens residing near Clayton, died on Saturday morning, from an attack of Lagrippe and pneumonia. He was born on the 16th day of June, 1821, on the old homestead, where he died, and which place has been in the family name for the past 150 years. Mr. SCHULTZ was married to Barbara KREIBEL, who preceeded him in death by about six years. They had eleven children, ten of whom still survive. Mr. SCHULTZ was 79 years, 8 months, and 7 days of age. The surviving children are Frank K., Horace K., Wesley K., Solomon K., Jeremiah K., Mrs. Philip SCHULTZ, Mrs. Henry S. SCHULTZ, Jr., Mrs. FRY, and Annie SCHULTZ, all of Clayton, Amrose K., of New York. The funeral was held on Thursday. Interment was made on the Schwenkfelter cemetery, Clayton. Revs. O.S. KRIEBLE, Andrew MACK, John EHST and Jonas SCHULTZ, of Quakertown, were in attendance. Rev. MACK, officiated at the house and Rev. O.S. KRIEBLE, at the church.
James HIMMELWRIGHT, son of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. HIMMELWRIGHT, of Niantic, died last Saturday of Pneumonia. He was a member of the catechetical class which Rev. KLINE confirmed at Niantic last Fall, and was also a member of the Lutheran Sunday school, which attended the funeral in a body and sang a hymn. Resolutions from the Sunday school were read, for the respect of their departed member. His age was 16 years, 6 months, and 20 days. The funeral was held on Thursday, at Huber's church. Rev. J.J. KLINE, officiated.
Peter WELLER, of near Clayton, died last week, after a lingering illness due to apoplexy. He was 67 years and 3 month old. The funeral was held on Tuesday at Huffs church. Rev. A.S. SHELLY, of Bally, officiated at the house and Rev. D.K. HUMBERT, of Bowers, at the church.
Mrs. John SNYDER, of Schultzville, died of lung affections, last week, at the age of 68 years. The funeral was held on Wednesday, at the church of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Rev. Father Michael officiated. Mrs. SNYDER is survived by her husband and the following children, Mary, wife of Allen KEHS, of Philadelphia; Maggie and Millie, of Philadelphia; John, of Danville, this county; William of Forge Dale, and Clement, residing at home. Deceased was a sister to the late Nicholas ANDIE.
Mrs. Wolfgang MONBERGER, died on Sunday morning, at the residence of her son-in-law, Wm. KOCHERT, of near Bally. Her husband died a few years ago. She was about 80 years of age. The following children survive, Joseph; Mary, wife of George MILLER; Sallie, wife of Wm. KOCHERT, all of near Bally. The funeral was held on Thursday morning at the church of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Rev. Father Michael officiated.
Charles GERHART, the twenty months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Oliver GERHART, of Tylersport, died on Wednesday. The remains were removed to the home of James PHLEIGER, in Pennsburg, the childs grand father, from whose place the funeral will be held on Monday. Services begin at 10 o'clock. Interment will be made at the St. Pauls Lutheran church, near Pennsburg. Rev. O.F. WAAGE, will officiate.
Abraham HARTMAN, a well known and aged resident of Upper Hanover, died suddenly at his home at Palm on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock. Mr. HARTMAN was in perfect health up to Thursday evening when he began to suffer with pains in his stomach. Dr. A.O. GERY of Chapel was summoned who found that the aged man was suffering with neuralgia of the stomach. Mr. HARTMAN suffered with an affection of his heart about 4 years ago, but he had almost fully recovered from the effects. Mr. HARTMAN was born in Earl Township, Berks County, July 7, 1833. He later resided at Gabelstown, but for the past 32 years he resided in the vicinity in which he died. He is survived by a widow; one son John, of Gabelsville; and daughters Emma, wife of John MOYER, of Spinnerstown; May, wife of Alfred CONRAD, of Palm, and Amanda, relict of Oliver, residing at home. The funeral will be held this forenoon. Services at the house will begin at 9.30 o'clock. Interment will be made on Huffs church cemetery, Rev. D.K. HUMBET of Bowers Station will officiate.
The executors of the estate of Dr. John G. HILLEGASS, will offer for sale at the Red Hill hotel, on Wednesday, March 27, a large number of stocks and bonds. They will also sell at the same time a number of rare old coins.
Oliver KRAUSS, of East Greenville, one of the best known bass players in this vicinity, will play with the Royersford band at Washington on Monday. Mr. KRAUSS, is a member of the famous Citizens Cornet band, an organization that has gained the reputation of being one of the leading in the state. The leader of the Royersford band is acquainted with Mr. KRAUSS as a musition, and secured his services to accompany the band to Washington.
John TAGERT, a farmer residing in Upper Hanover township, near Hillegass, will retire from farm life next month. Mr. TAGERT is probably one of the oldest farmers in this vicinity who has been doing the work on the farm. He is well known and highly respected and enjoys a host of friends. The farm, which Mr. TAGERT will place in the hands of William MILLER, of near Red Hill, has been farmed by the TAGERT family for many years. The above picture is a typical reproduction of the barn which now stands on the premises. This barn was built in 1891, and is the third barn which was erected on the farm. One interesting feature connected with the present structure is that it contains timber, which was used in the building of the first barn. This is traced back by a date which is carved upon one of the long cross beams. The following inscription is plainly visible at the present day, "Jacob MAUER, 1736". The lumber is in an exceptionally good state of perservation notwithstanding the fact that it is over 165 years old. The structure is a typical barn, as the interior is conveniently arranged and contains all the modern improvements. Mr. TAGERT's life has been an exceptionally busy and interesting one and he has lived the longest portion of his life on this farm. He is one of the most successful farmers in this county, having always made the tilling of the soil a study. He is well versed and enjoys good health and will certainly enjoy the evening years of his life in retirement after many long years of toil. Notwithstanding the fact that Mr. TAGERT is now in his 73 year, he has the use of all his faculties can read with out his glasses and appears to be a man at least twenty years younger. His valuable farm is beautifully located along the Perkiomen Creek and affords abundance of water, the year around. One interesting and peculiar feature which is due the richness of the soil is, that there are a number of pitch pine trees growing upon one place upon the farm. This is truly remarkable, as it is safe to say that there is not another tree of that variety in this vicinity. The trees are located upon a most fertile spot and number fully 60. Some of them are large enough to cut timber from, 6 by 6 inches. They are exceptionally high and present a most beautiful sight. The trees contain a large percentage of rosin and it is the specie from which tar and rosin is obtained. In the year 1865 Mr. TAGERT, with a number of his neighbors was drafted in the United States Army. He was transferred to Col. SELLERS command and during the bombardment of St. Petersburg, Virginia, he was within sixteen miles and distinctly heard the heavy cannonading. His command was at City Point, Virginia, the day after Col. LEE surrendered. The City was in an uproar and Mr. TAGERT's vivid description, even at this late day, is interesting to hear. Mr. TAGERT, will remain, for a short time on the farm. He will later make his home in this borough, where he enjoys a large number of friends.
Longfellow day was celebrated by the pupils of the Clayton school in a most appropriate manner. The teacher CHARLES E. FISTER arranged an interesting program which was rendered on Wednesday evening. The STAUFFER orchestra of Clayton, rendered a number of beautiful selections during the evening, which were highly appreciated by the large audience. The entertainment was given for the benefit of the school library, which has proven to be a great help to the pupils.
Seven valuable horses belonging to WILLIAM W. FETTERMAN a farmer residing at Plover, have been seriously afflicted with pink-eye for several weeks past. Mr. FETTERMAN engaged the services of Veterinary J.K. GERHARD of Kraussdale, and through his careful treatment the animals are slowly improving. Mr. FETTERMAN is now able to use two of the horses. All the animals will recover from the disease.
CALVIN HAUCK of this borough, fell down stairs on Monday evening and broke his left arm. He was suffering with the grip and was walking about the house on the second floor, when he made a misstep and fell down the stairs. Dr. W.H. HUNSBERGER was summoned who reduced the fracture. Mr. HOUCK's entire arm is very much swollen and he at times suffers considerable pain.
FRANK ROSHONG, of Perkiomenville will have an opening of his new store on Monday. It will be remembered that Mr. ROSHONG's store was destroyed by fire last fall. He at once started work, and removed the ruins and the new handsome building which will be formally opened to his trade on Monday takes the site of the old store. This store is built with all the modern improvements and Mr. ROSHONG has stocked it with a complete line of new and up-to-date goods.
CYRUS TURNER, one of the best known conductors on the Perkiomen Railroad has been off duty for three weeks. Mr. TURNER has had, for some time past considerable trouble with his eyes. He consulted one of the leading oculists in this country, who informed him that an operation would be necessary. He at once made arrangements with the specialist and three weeks ago the operation was successfully performed. Mr. TURNER has fully recovered and in his old happy way he greets the many patrons on the Perkiomen flyer.
VALLANDINGHAM ZIEGLER, of this borough, on Tuesday met with a painful accident while butchering for a Mr. KULP. The butcher knife slipped and he almost severed his thumb from his hand. The blade cut in onto the bone. The wound bled profusely and caused him considerable pain.
The borough council met in special session on Thursday evening with all the members present. The different property owners along Dotts street were also requested to be present. Those who attended were JONATHAN P. HILLEGASS, BENJAMIN WAMBOLD, LEWIS H. KLINE, WILLIAM H. BAUER and V.H. STECKEL. All those present agreed to sign a release, in order to vacate that portion of Dotts street between the East Greenville line and Third street, in order to have the thoroughfare straightened, provided the other three property owners who were not present would consent. Tax collector A.J. DRESSLER presented his report and a number of those who were assessed and not in the borough at the present time were exonerated. The total amount of the exonerations was $12.17. This is about three times more than it was last year. The main reason for this is that many were assessed here, but moved away soon after the assessor saw them. The following bills were presented and ordered to be paid: Clerk H.J. SMITH, salary - $10.00; H.J. SMITH, surveying - $2.50; OSCAR BARNDT, 1 1/2 days work - $1.87. The committee composed of Messrs. REED, SECHLER and TRUMBORE, appointed at last meeting reported that if council would grant THOMAS MARSTELLER the right to use a portion of the borough lot for a chicken pen he would agree to remove same at any time that the council would need it. A motion was made and seconded that Mr. MARSTELLER could have the use of the lot gratis as long as the council so desired, but that he sign an agreement to remove his pen at any time on ten days notice. A vote was taken and the motion carried. Council adjorned at 10 o'clock, to meet in regular session on Monday evening.
"An Allegheny farmer lost a cow in a queer manner last week. The animal in rummaging through a summer kitchen found and swallowed an old umbrella and a cake of yeast. The yeast, fermenting in the poor beasts stomach, raised the umbrella and she died in great agony, so it is said." Exchange. Died in agony, did she. Judging from the above we are inclined to believe that she died in Alleghany.
KRATZ and SMOYER, of Kratz station, have this year been able to fill their large ice house at that place brimful, with the choicest ice. This is something that has not been accomplished at that place since the house was erected.
MILTON SANDS, of Allentown, has again started work in the Kober mines, near Woxall. He expects to dig enough ore so as to be able to ship several carloads away. If the amount of ore proves sufficient, Mr. SANDS will place a large force of men at work in the mines and the work will be continued.
Quite a number of pigs have died in the vicinity of Limerick during the last few weeks and the disease has been ascertained to be hog cholera. State Veterinarian PEARSON has ordered Dr. BOWERS, of Collegeville, to go to Limerick and investigate the matter. Dr. BOWERS was there last week and he found that H.H. LANDIS had lost fifty-six and RODGERS Brothers eighteen of the same disease. Further investigation in the matter is now being made.
M. SCHUBERT, farmer on the TRUMP farm, near Corning has offered his farm stock for sale. The sale will be held on Monday. Several good horses and a number of cows will be sold besides a large lot of other personal property.
WARREN, an infant son of Mr. and Mrs. JOHN A. WEIL, JR., of East Greenville, died on Wednesday evening. The cause of the childs death was pneumonia. The child was about one year old, and was only sick a few days.
An infant child of Mr. and Mrs. HARRY YOUNG, of East Greenville, died on Monday morning. The child was only a few days old. Interment was made on the New Goshenhoppen Cemetery on Tuesday.
The Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge of this borough has decided to visit Sellersville Lodge on Saturday evening next. Quite a number of the members have on former occasions visited this lodge but they have again consented to accompany the lodge, as they were always well entertained by the Sellersville brothers.
A freight wreck occurred on MACOBY's siding north of Green Lane on Wednesday evening, while through freight train No. 68 was removing ice cars from the siding. The crew was in the act of making a flying shift when the brakes refused to work. The cars came into collision with several ice cars standing on the siding. The crash was terrific and one of the cars was completely telescoped. Sixteen inch ice was scattered all along the siding and the freight car was totally wrecked. The scene for several hours was one of ruin, the heavy timbers were reduced to kindling wood and the iron work to a mass of twisted iron. Fortunately all the train men escaped injury. The wreck occurred some distance from the main track and passenger traffic was not delayed. JOHN POLSTER, foreman of the repair crew called out his men, loaded the ice on another car and cleared the siding of wreckage. The car was a total wreck, as nothing can be used but the trucks.
L.M. LEIBERT, proprietor of the Palm roller mill, has just completed the erection of new machinery in the mill. It is now one of the best equipped mills in the county. Mr. LEIBERT owing to the scarcity of water was compelled to place an engine in the Mill and while at that expense he added several other up-to-date machines. He is now able to run day and night, and can make the best quality of flour. Before these improvements were made he was not able to supply his rapidly growing trade.
The new whistle, known as the mockingbird, on the Eureka Ribbon Co's. new silk mill, in this borough, was sounded for the first time on Monday, at 11.30 o'clock. The company who erected the boiler had steam up to test the boiler, so they thought they might also test the whistle. The residents of our boroughs were at a loss to know what it was for some time, until the direction from where the echo came indicated that it must be the new whistle on the silk mill.
Mrs. EMMA A. SCHWARTZ, proprietress of the American House, this borough, on Wednesday purchased a house at Allentown, on Fifth street near Linden. The price paid for it is $3600. Mrs. SCHWARTZ immediately rented the building to ex-District Attorney JOHN SWARTZ of Allentown.
MONROE HENRY, a farmer residing near Finland, this week shot a monster rat. The rat was noticed along his building and Mr. HENRY hurriedly secured his gun and dispatched it. The size of it was equal to a young kitten and when Mr. HENRY weighed it he found out that it tipped the scales at two pounds.
The trustees of the St. John's Lutheran church, of near Spinnerstown, were some time ago authorized to secure more land for an addition to their cemetery. This week they purchased four acres of land adjoining the cemetery from WILLIAM B. SELL. The price paid was $650. The new addition will be enclosed with a fence as soon as the frost is out of the ground and the land will be divided into burial lots.
The mumps has been quite prevalent in Perkiomenville and vicinity. The entire family of JAMES REED was sick with this disease and one or more out of many other families in that section are down with the same disease. As a result the schools have been slimly attended for the past few weeks.
HORACE SMITH and MARCUS STECKEL both of this borough, are now taking a course at the International Correspondence School of Scranton. They made arrangements on Monday with Mr. SLOCUM, the school's representative who was in this town. Mr. SMITH is taking a course in surveying and mapping and Mr. STECKEL one on plumbing and steam fitting. The entire course is taken through the mails.
BENJAMIN LANDIS, of Plumsteadville, claims to have the largest bull in Bucks county. The animal weighs 2100 pounds.
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