CAPE MAY HERALD.

VOL. II. NO. 19.

CAPE MAY CITY, N. J., SATURDAY, MAY 10, 1902.

IN REGULAR SESSION CITY COUNCIL CONVENED TUES- **■ DAY EVENING. Routine ."latter* Attended to-Com-munications Read—Certain Con-

tracts Awarded.

O^UESDAY- evening a retular stated © meeting of City Cmncil was held with Pmaident Wilson preaiding. Other members present were—Messrs. Hand. Halpiu. Ware, Sharp. Tow nsend, Doak, Miller. t Yb»ciii—Cliureh. Reading of minutes of previous, meetings for April followed roll call, after which coratnuideations were taken up as follow*: A petition from properly owneta along It road way, requesting a sower to be placed between Pike avenue and the creek, was read. It was referred to proper

committee for action.

A communication from the Philadelphia Inquirer, requesting the privilege of using Pavilions Xo. 1 and 8 for a

PERSONAL INTEREST. Gossip of the Resort In Which You May Be Mcnloned. Mias Martha Hc4t«u, of South Dcnnla, was a visitor among former saaoclatca jw reaiding here, n^Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Williams will this season assist Mr. Williams’ mother in conducting her very popular Glenwood. Mrs. T. R. Brooks has returned from Philadelphia, to the management of the Carroll Villa, so popularly patronized since she came to it seven years sgo. Mrs. fa. H. Parker is again at the Cape enjoying the charms of her pretty Jackitruet cottage, mud' the bicycle ride* of which she is so enthusiastically foud

beside the sea.

Capt. J. P. Tolau has l>ceu down this week looking after bis properties here. His elevated and improved Jackson street cottage now harmonizes more fully with

ils surroundings.'

Mrs. George W. Johnson and family will shortly join the husband aud father Northampton, Ya., where Mr. John ii ha»a government position, expecting to make it their permanent home. Mrs. George K. Mcllwain, of 1531 Nor

“»"« X “ 1 * ,Hl 3 i" * ri. .iraet, 1'Ul.d.lphU, hu di.po»d of of five jrmu he.il.iu.rter. for It. ^ ^ „ b „

y agreesHo ltt the Inquirer use the on one year with the privilege of

May j>ranch daring the summer moutns, was presented. The Inquirer agreed to ■place a wooden roof over the uncovered portion of the pavilion, auji to furuish it with deaks, chairs and writing materials, and also asked for the privilege of placing a large electrical sign upon the front. The question was raised by council wnether it. had * right to lease the property for a term of years, as the city did But own the ground upon which the pstrillion stood, but rented it from the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. It was

finally

pavilion one year

five.

Communication from George F. Rutherford, proprietor of Villa Nova, requesting fn electric light placed af the corner •of Beach and Second avenues, was accepted and granted. Communication from the Provident Life aud Trust Company, Philadelphia, requesting some action be taksw^regard- . ing several VWudsor avenue properties In arrears for taxes to the city. Mr. Hildreth stated he had received a check from the Trust Company for 81050 to pay the arrearages, but that it hardly covered the amount due'the city. Council ordered matter settled, authorizing Solicitor Hildreth to receive check for the taxes. Treasurer's report for mouth of May -was read, showing a balance of 1504.93. Accompanying the report was a notice from Mr. Smith that.a note was ducou May, 9th for 85000. On .motion Finance Committee was Instructed to discount a new one for 60 days. •The quarterly report of the Finance Committee was presented and ou'motinn received and ordered filed. A communication was presented Mayor Millet, together with applications for positions on the police force for ibe summer mouths. Laid over until uext^neet-

lug. ’

City Council then went into executive session and among other business awarded the Passmore, Meeker & Co. the contract for replacing mains and taking up ■ old ones in water improvements for the scm"of #22.709.74. Also the Chicago Bridge and Iron Company the contract to «rrct a tower and tank for the sum of 614,428. Medical Society Meets. The annual meeting of the Cape May C<miity Medical Society was held at Dale’* Auditorium on Tuesday, Dr. John Douglass presiding, Dr. James Mccray,

D. Marcy, Dr. James Slecray, Dr. Alon■zo L. I.each, Dr. Walter 8. Learning, Dr. Randolph Marshall, Dr. John Douglass, Dr. Kugeoe Way, Dr. W. A. Lake, Dr.

"Wesley R. Wales.

New members received were: Dr. J. Newton Walker, Dr. J. Morgan Dix, Dr. 'George B. M. Adams, Dr. D. King Web*icr. Dr. J. W. Slaughter. A splemRil repast was. served to the sncmSer* to Dale!* Csfe.

Bicycle Accident. John D. Craig, while riding his wheel from his Washington street store to bis home in West Cape May, came -in «

a with

•riagei _ . Island bridge *t the head of Pe4y street, and wss thrown violently to the ground. He was so badly shaken up that be was taken back to Dr. Mocray's office for ex araination and treatment. The physician * found oo bones broken, but numerous bruises mod »bra*ious of the skin. After these were treated and resting awhile be was taken to his home. He has since remained quite stiff end sore.

FINO

LOCAL AND GENERAL MATTERS

** OF INTEREST DISCUSSED

An Impartial Review of Subjects

Under Thonght-Tbe Talk

of the Gossips.

srNRIXCIPAL Haiti, of the Cape May 1'"^ Public School, is certainly doing faithful, telling wotk here In the cause of education. He la clean cut as a gentleman of character and standing, possessing the highest attributes of manliness, that convincingly give proof of the most exemplary habits, bearing their In. fiuenoo for good not only upon the pupils under his charge, but upon all who stop to make note of the character of the man. This paragraphic comment may seem out of our usual way, but we mean by further treatment to ‘‘point a moral and adorn a tale.” One point la this: Hr. Haln does not use tobacco In any form; be never bad a cigar in bis mouth; he regards Its use as utterly detestable.

The latest and best for Headaches sad Necnthri*. Send 10 cents to FIND CO . Box 37,

beautiful “Ida Villa,” Stocktom and Franklin street, to remain dfcrlng the

summer.

Mrs. Helen Roberts, one of the loveliest somi brunette* known to Capo May summer society, is already hern, and with the Misses Dougherty and Miss O'Condelightful quartette of feminine attractiveness is seen upon our ayeuucs. W. S. P. Shields, the wealthy real estate operator of Philadeljihia, was down Wednesday looking over his holdings hero. His Sea Crest Inn will this season be under the mauagemeut of Mr. Spring-

er, of Capo May Point.

Mr. Irving McWhorter, ripv in experionce as a druggist, and a young gentleman of pleasing address and quick intelligence, is Dr. Mocray’s worthy assistant at the Palace Pharmacy. Mr. McWhorter comes of oho of the most prominent and most esteemed families of Delaware, of whose members Have held high

(Stale In public affairs.

J. H. Gcmrlg and family, veterans of the lime honored Philadelphia cottage colony, are rooccnpylng their delightfully located summer homo on Ocean street. To these good people there is nothing so satisfying as s summer sojourn amid the char/us of this staid old seaside resort. Mrs. R. C. Tlzard and little son Willie, camo down from the city on Monday evening on a week's visit to the old home, enjoying the compsnlon>blp of her mother and other relatives. Mrs. Tlzard, as Miss Edith Eason, was one of Cape May’s belles, and is still s great favorite with

many Cape May families. ,

Ex-Councilman Joseph K. Hand, one of Cape May's foremost citizens and motive business men, returned a few days since from a thoroughly enjoyable trip to Baltimore and Washington. His son, Joseph K. {land, Jr., is at this writing making" quite an extended visit to the same points and farther South. y William C- Price, of the rtqxfrtorial staff of the Philadelphia Inqulm^ superintending preparations being made upon Pavilion No. 8 of the public beach pavilions, for Its occupancy by his paper as a branch bureau, the privilege navy log Wn granted for the second season by Council. Mr. Price say* “Wait sod

see how it will look T”

S. T. Lineswesver, familiarly known » “Sam” to bis old friends of ilie press, is about ready to issue the 87tb editiou of. his famous “Season,” originally published iu the sole interest of Cape May .and distributed on the summer express train* of the West Jersy Railroad, but □ow on all similar train* running to the newer resorts upon the qpper beaches of

this connty.

Percy Roetbel, s former Cape M ay boy and now chief clerk at *tbe Ridgway House, Philadelphia, is said to have struck It rich in s gold mine investment, the stock of which is now worth eight es more than when issued lev than yeai sgo. Several other Cape Mayans blve holdings of .the same stock. The plans far 'a branch rail* ay the mine bad the effect to send the stock value kiting upward. Miss May E. Hall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Hall, and Edward F. Townsend, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Feudal! Townsend, are tbe recently added

rtmeotof

lersey Trust

and Safe ' Deposit Company. Both are graduates of the Cape May City High School, and In their new positions are giving most satisfactory service. The veteran cottager, Joseph Cohen, only this sekaon occupy with his family tbs baud sonic cottage of W. C. Me Don nell, oo Hughs* street, No. 610, nearly opposite Hughes cottage which ha oocu. pled so many seasons. This does not • iguify that Mr. Me Donnell and his family w.ll remain away from the Cape, as;

CURRENT COMMENT

unclean and Injurious. Like all other well-meaulug, conscientious educators of high moral chapter, he Is not satisfied with the mere setting of a good example, with tbo.exprcssion of a desire that his pupils mi&h't be taught to lead clean and pure Uvea, he Inclines to the bolief that It is not only proper, but necessary that bis juriadiction should extend so far over the movements of pupils while upon the school grounds, and even on tlie way to and frqm school, to tbo extent that bad conduct aud evil Indulgences migrft mean a reprimand from or punishment by, the teacher. For lustauoe, It pains him to see boys given to the terrible habit of smoking cigarettes, which he knows must demoralize the whole moral nature, weaken the physical powers and stunt the Intellect. It is a trying situation for an honest teacher to realize that his labors are well-nigh lost upon boys given to the use of the deadly cigarette. Our suggestion Is that parent* and the Board of Education cooperate with the principal and the teachers lu a hard and steady effort to lead the boys out of, aud keep them from the aluful and destructive hsblu of tobacco, profaulty, obscln-

ity and kindred evils.

“As the twig is bfnt the tree’s inclined,” and moral instruction aud book learning must go baud iu baud iu tbe education of the boys If they are to become strong, besllhy, intellectual, manly then, and an honor aud a blessing to their day

and generation.

they will iu stead occupy the Stockton Row qmtage in which Mr. McDonnell's lothc^resided previous to her death last

year.

W. Joyce Sewell, son of the late United SUtca Senator W. J. Sewell, was down on Wednesday looking after property in-

.‘reffu at tb;s resort,

I)r. James Vv. Ware, physician, and hjs brother, Dr. J. Stratton Ware, Jr,’ dentist, each have extensive practice cn Bayonne. N. J„ paid a short visit to the

home here this week.

! The two handsome and closely associated Beach avenue cottages of Mrs. Thos. F. Kelly and Mrs. Lawrence Monroe, on the west side, were thrown open and reoccupied by these much esteemed families the first of tbe week, to remain until coming autumn days. Howard Kelly has his yacht In good trim, and 111 be frequently beard from among the boating sportsmen of tbe season. Joseph Kelly and his charming lluie famliy may

be expected soon.

That Mr. Richard Campion and family are already domiciled for tbe season .In their lovely Columbia avenue cottage,

will be pleasii To use a faVi

did people, and their oomlug to lb* Cape each season is always gladly, welcomed by not only their friends of tbe Philadelphia contingent of cotugets. bnt by many other acquaintances wbo have learned of their high social traits and genuine large-heartednefs and kindly nature#. The Herai.d sincerely wishes this estimable family an enjoyable Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Thomas, of Phlladelpbla, whose affection for "dear old Cape May” increase* sa the years go by, osroe to their Windsor avenne cottage on Monday, for the present season's oocu. psney. Many dear friends have Mr. and Mrs. Thomas among both tbe native and; vtolling population of the Cape, who wish them many years yet of enjoyment of tbs scene* they love #0. wjell. Their' elder aou. Dr. J. Fred Thomas, has a Urge practice In dentistry In Reading, while pie younger sou, J. Howard Thom, as, will graduate In dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania thta year

The New 1 Brittle, only at H

aaing news to many reader*, tvorite phraae, they are splenand their coming to lbs Cape

OBITUARY.

Mrs. Esther T. Sayre.

The Death Angel has again visited this community aud removed from among us ouo of Its most beloved members—Mrs. Esther T. Sayre, widow of Thomas Sayre, whose death occurred nearly fourteen months sgo. Decased was 70 years of age. Previous to her marriage to Mr. Sayre fifty-two years ago, she was a Mis* Orr, aud sister to Mrs. Mary Mccray, widow of Jeremiah Maerey. daughters of Gabriel and Mary Orr. Mrs. Sayre Is deeply mourned by four surviving children,'Louis C. Sayre, Edward W. Sayre, j Mrs. Ella Eldredge, (widow of Mahlon ^ Eldredge,) and Gertrude, wife of Alfred j

B. Miller.

Deceased wss a most devout and faithful Christian woman, haring been a consistent member of tbe Presbyterian Church almost ber entire life. She loved tbe sauctusry. and thither she would repair at every service possible, that she might join in worshipping tbe living God, and often expressed herself as being inspired and blest by the soul-enriching influence* of sacred song and sermon, the impressiveness of which, more especially during her later years, seemed to bring her thirsting soul nearer the limpid stream beside whose still waters she

should rest forevermore.

Touching sod tender were tbe funeral services conducted by her pastor. Rev. Edwin F. Gallagher, at ber Late residence yesterday - fternoon. Amid the sobs and tears of those wbo loved her so well, ber remains weretenderly laid to rest In the cemetery of “Old Brick” Presbyterian

Cburcb at Cold Spring,

Rudolph a New nanagement. Nothing but words of kindness and of

encouragement can be spoken of Mrs. Robert C. Hughes, who bsa elected to 1 become Queen of the Rudolph. Mrs. Hughes is s woman of more than ordinary Intelligence, gifted with native busl-

acumen, combined with social traits

that pronounce ber one of the most magnetic and most estimable of women known to this, community. In a most energetic and business-like way she is ever a true helpmeet to her husband, yet never 1 being sight of tbe sanctity of the domestic relstiou as It pertains to tbe well-being of the home. ' In conducting business at tbe Rudolph she will be ably assisted by her two bright and amiable daughters, aud we can safely predict abuudaut success for the Rudolph at her lands. Aod Mr. Hughes himself has years of experienoe In s line of business

that

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CONCERTS

COMMITTEE SETTLES PAVILION nUSIC QUESTION.

Roaetl’a Naval Reserve Bend Set the Sea Air Vibrating Mu-

sically This Summer.

t will warrant the assurance

« of direc

being a competent steward and

general.

Hotel Improvement Contemplated. Tbe Hotel Cbslfonte, one of the most picturesque bnstelries at tbe Cape, boa since tbe death of Col. Sawyer had a checkered career. Col. Sawyer was original owner and proprietor, «nd long and so Intimately wss hit oame associated with the hotel that it came to be known most familiarly- as “Sawyer's Chalfoute,” or more briefly as “Sawyer’s.” Hi* fame as one of tbe most heroic figures to the Civil War period gave the house prestige that bsa scarcely yet abandoned it. Tbe property 1* -held by tbe President Life and Trust Company, from whom a very wealthy gentleman not unknown to Cape May may purchase It at an early day, to which event be contemplates improvement* that may Involve an qntlay of 88000 or 810,000. Devon*,* New Management. Tbe Hotel -Devon, situated on Son lb afayette street, near Perry, may become le of the most popular houaes this year under It* new management—that of Miss A. Errickaon, wbo for some years has quite successfully conducted large board. lug bouses at Langbomand Mt. Airy, In tbo suburbs of Philadelphia. In the conduct of this bouse she will be assisted by another lady dfUnte experience, and not unknown to Cape May hotel life. Associate landladies of tb* resort will give a

kindly wish b

ber abundant si

HU Thirty-Ninth,

little company of relative* who more about his age and his birthdays thsn be supposed, surprised Pilot

‘ Samuel M. Schellenger by gathering at

hi* handsome Hughes street residence on Saturday evening last to give him a little jollification aod remind him that he but another milestone to reach in journey of life.wbeu be would round up bis fortieth year. The company comprised Mrs. J. Stratton Ware, Mrs. L. E. Miller, Mr. and Mr*. James B. Stlte* and James, Mrs. Harriet. Hnghca and daughter. Mire Charlotte Hughes.

Tbe Committee of Lower township will ieet at tbe township bouse for the transition of general business on the first Monday evening of each month St 7 ok* By order of Committee, test: Chab. C. Rkkyk, Clerk.

/glBOUT a dozen applications were re-r-J ceived by tbe Music Committee of Council from those anxious to contract with tbe city to furnish music for the public concerts to be given again this ' season in Public Pavilion No. 1, a* here- j tofore, sud after much discussion of tbe matter by those iu authority, sed all sort* of comment upon tbe part of the general public, a final meeting of tbe committee was held iu tbe Council Chamber on Tuesday cveuuig of this week, and tbe contract swarded to Vincent Rosati, through his manager, Mr. F. A. Heckler, who wss here in tbe interests of tbo orgsnizstlon, knewn as “V. Rosati's Naval Reserve Band.” This band the reputation of being tbo finest Naval musical organization in America, and if j long years of continuous service for anything, Rosati's Band should be well worthy the claims of merit which are put forth to Us behalf. This organization has been in existence sinoe 1880, and has held the right of line to many of the most famous public parades and demonstrations known to this country for the past sixteen years, while their employment to concert seasons, banquctUng batls aud Naval Reserve functions it would be almost !m] to ouuuierAte. Mr. Roeatl to bimi baud master and imparts to bis men that inspiration aud enthusiasm which spring from the energy, precision %nd skill of

his leadorehip.

The men are splendidly uniformed, haying distinct suit* for parade and cert use. Popular opinion seems to have settled down to tbe belief that Rosati’s! Naval Reserve Band wlirfully satisfy the most critical musical tastes of the Cape May public during tbia season of 1902. Tbe band will here consist of twenty pieces, as contracted for, and will arrive the evening of July 2. Concerts will bej;in on tbe 8d and a street parade Is expected to be made on tbe “Glorious Fourth.” _ A riarine Curiosity. Elwood Roeeman, a member of tbe Cold Spring Life Saving crew, on one of tbe patrols Friday of last week, discovered section of the vertebrae of a wbale, from which extended on either side a portion of rib, each about two feet to length, four feet from tip to tip. An entire whale rib Is said to be about four feet to length. Last year Mr. Roaeman found in nearly tbe aamo spot what he believes Is Hie outer end «f one of these ribs. The entire find will be preserved as a sort pf marine curiosity. They were found protrading from a mad bank, partially uncovered by the'action of tbo sea.

Matter* of Gencrel end Local Interest Mentioned. Smith’s Seaside Studio, corner Ocean and Beach avenue, is now open for tbe

Bret Harte is dead, a victim to throat WIH consumption, but his quaint

live long after him. Admiral Sampson is :

tboneb, from the Cuban

line* will

more, and *1-

iuouen, trom tbe Cuban war standpoint, he may have suffered from disappointed ambition, the nation feel* to mourn tbe los* of one who was a brave soldier and a

naval hero.

Blood orange* 12c dozen. Large bananas 12c and 15c dozen. Not tbe over ripe kind but large, sound yellow banan--x W. S. Hogan. A Philadelphia syndicate has entered upon tbe work of raising tbe snuken machinery in tbe mouth of the Delaware ; that was lost wtile being taken to a point up the coast for the purport of digging out thoroughfares and spreading the aand upon low ground adjolningjo grade ' np for Improvement. It may yet be uaed on tbe East Cape May Beach Im-

provement.

Do not throw the Hkbald aside without examining tbe inside pages, where you will find the best collection of interesting and newsy reading matter published ; by sny weekly newspaper in this county. Fresh, crisp news of general interest and articles of literary excellency, mark all tbe inside reading columns, with varied

ibjecta.

In Cape May City proper, if our counting is correct, there are eighteen of the principal hotels and boarding houses regularly under the control of women, and seven managed by men, while numerous smaller cottage boarding places are | also conducted by women. Another fact is that in this line of business activity j one woman is equal to two men in caps- | city of work and to accomplishing good 1

results.

It is a fact that an occasional cbronlo i kicker from other cities (Philadelphi, for j example,) who happens to own a little property at the Cape, will be found hunt- ' iug up listeners to his tale of woo ms to how Ignorant or how wicked our official* ■ are In their management of public affairs, j But one answer is necessary. "Stop try- i ing to pick flaws in Cape May City gov- j erumeut and go home and give attention j to the political gang of your own city. I Politically, in comparison, Capo May to a j little beaveu.

Shocked by Lightning. During the thunder storm that passed rer the Cape on Wednesday night, a tree standing beside the home of John Major, colored, was struck by lightning, and his little daughter Hannah, eight years old, sleeping in s room facing the tree was so shocked by the current that the was thrown into a condition of delirium, alternating with periods of unconscious stupor, from which the did not fully rally until Thu day afternoon.

Name* end Dollars Count. All competitors for the free bicycle will pleaee comply with the condition* of tbe advertisement by lending to their subscribers 'Accompanied by tbe cash, as all name* not accompanied by tbe cash will not be recognized. Tbo offer closes on tbe 14th Instant, Immediately after which time tbe bicycle will be gran to tbo successful party. Publuiikb.

Something New. lot of China and Japan Mattings arrived to4ay, Saturday, May to, which I will sell lower than yon can buy for in Philadelphia I also have the agency for Art Carpets, something new, al price of *50 per yard. It i of goods. Call and see it. Chas-IA. Swaix.

Bee candy made In our window. Get

RESOLUTIONS BV A.O.U.W LODGE ! On the Death of Brother Henry H. Eldredge, who Died April 26, 1902. J Whereas, God our’ Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and lore, has called from our circle onr friend and brother Henry H. Eldredge, and Whereas, We feel his death to be a loss to oaf order and to the community at large J for, his excellent traits of character, as ■ j man and a citizen; therefore be it Resolved, That while we bow snbnri*-a sively to the will of Him who is too wise to - j err; we sincerely mourn the great loss that J we, as a lodge, have sustained by his sud- S d^n removal, remembering him as a brother j "deeply interested in the welfare of the OP- ‘ ir re^yto aid the widow and or- I phans of a deceased member and render aa- J sistance to any in affliction or distress. s Resolved, That we hereby tender his widow, children jind relatives onr tendereot ; condolence and sympathy, and pray that the ; Divine Comforter will sustain them in this ’ time of bereavement. Resolved, That a copy of these resolo- 1 lions be sent to the family; that they be recorded on the minutes of the lodge, and published in the local newspapers; also that lodge charter be draped for thirty days. ‘ WILLIAM L- CUMMINGS, J GEORGE H. REEVES, S SAMUEL F. ELDREDGE,

Committee.

At a regular meeting of the Bo rough Council, the following resolutions were J adopted: - JjjH Whereas, It has pleased our HeavealyJ Father to remove by death <

lend, Henry H. Eldredge, from onr drde, 'I id by his death we realize that the bar- '-j ough of West Cape May has lost a good * citizen, a true friend, and an efficient officer from its official board. Resolved, That we extend onr sympathies to the bereaved family, and we commend them to the care of onr Heavenly J Father who doeth all things well. - fUr Resolved, That these resolutions be^ published in the local papers and a 1 sent to the bereaved family. W. L- CUMMINGS. ^ CHAS SCHELLENGER, 1 FRANK BECKETT,

The Ebbitt

Newly Renovated. The best equipped, and most comfortable house at Cape May for the Spring Season. Has Steam heat with op-to-date appointments and perfect service. Under new management. Long distance 'phone. J. McCONNEL