CAPE MAY HERALD, THURSDAY, JULY 16, 1908

8EAVILLE CAMP TK* Program for tha FoiV-PIflh Annual Camp Mooting TUe forty-flfUi annual camp mootJnt at Saar lilt »IU opon July ii. and tho faUoWlax proeram will be car**- - out Epworth league I»ay. Thursday,July US; a fine program by the district league, under tho leadership of Hour) Bradway. preoldent-Tcmporauce Day Friday. July 24; In charge of the New Jeraey An'tl Saloon League; addresses by State Superintendent J. Frank Burke and l»r. Young, of Kentucky Missionary Day. Saturday. July 2:1. addresses by l*r. Kobrrt Forbes, secretary of Board of Home Missions an Church egtcnslon. and Dr. Homer C Slunlz. secretary of the Board of For elgn Missions. Sunday. July 26. The Rev. Homer C. Stunts, D. D. Ret. A. Lawrence, D. D. Monday, July 27. The Rev. H. F. Gravatt. the Rev, J. R. Mason and the Rev. B. F. Sheppard. Tuesday. July 28. tho Rev C S. Lnwrenoe. the Rov. S. H. Potter and the Rev. George W. Powell Wednesday. July 29. the Rev. J. Morgan Reid. D. D.. the Rev. J. B. Haines. D D. and the Rev. N. J. Wright. D. D Thursday, July 30. the Rov. Alfred Wagg. D. D.. the Rev. J. D. Bills. Ph. D., and the Rev. W. R. Raver. Friday. July 31. the Rev. S. M. VanSant, Ph. D.. the Rev. G. H. Neal, Ph. 1). and the Rev. F. A- De Marts, A- M. Saturday. August 1, the Rev. C. W. Helsley. memorial service, and the Rev. H. F. Parker. Sunday, August . 2. the Rev. H. W. Bolton. D. D.. and the Rev. Thomas Ogle. Monday, Aug ust 3. the Rev. F. L. Jewett, the Rev. S. K. Moore, and closing exercises.

Surprise Party A surprise party was given Miss Edna Allen, of Erma, last Thursday evening, July 9. and a very enjoyable evening, was spent by all, in playing gipoM ’ and tinging, after which they were" invited to the dining room whei they enjoyed Ice cream and cake. Those present were Miss Ella Seymore, Misses Garetta and Lizxie Jlawn, Miss Mabel Grammar. Miss Elsie Seymore. Misses Maude and Clara Pierce. Edna and Julia Allen, Mrs. David Hawn. Miss Alice Hawn. Miss Lillie McNeal Mr. and Mrs. Charles C. Allen, Mr. and Mrs. William Daniels, Messrs. James and Carman Matthews. Mr. Walter McNeal, Mr. Hrrry Applebee, Mr. Burney Kimsey, of Erma. Miss Florence Halbruner.Mlss Marie Baker. Neva Baker Clara Bate r. Miss Mabel Feasler. Mias Ida Battersall.Misa Jennie McNeal, Mr. Allle Weeks, Mr. Thomas Bsttersall. Mr. Court Dickinson, Mr. Charles McNeal. Mr. William To ban. Mr. Ralph Taylor, Edward Halbruner, Mr. and Mrs. John Batlersall, of Cold Spring. Mr. Edward Perkins. Mr. Charles Hand, Mr. Albert Hillma Mr. Frank Reeves, Mr. William VanZant, Mr. William Smith and Mr. Roland Stanton, of West Cape May. Thoes from a distance wereMrs. Lizzie Hartman, of Brooklyn, and Mr. Floyd P. Clark, of Pitman Grove. One who was there.

WHKILOCK't BAND Interesting Facts About the U. Indian Band Now Here The Cape May Herald has already given praise to the musical com bins Uon known as Wheelock'slndlan Band now performing In Pavilion No. 1, in this city, under contract to remain until September 6. The organisation, )r that part of it performing here is composed of twenty high class Inslro ment chiefs, all but three of w.ioa arc the off spring of tho Oneida tribe of Indians, and are under the loader ship of Mr. James Riley Wheelock. himself a descendent of that tribe. He first became inspired with a do sire to Invade the realm of musical loi when he became a student at the Car Isle Indian School at the age of twulM years. At various times and placet In the past few years his organization has aggregated as high as fifty and sixty performers. tho early days of the Republic the Onelda'a had their tribal home New York State, from whence they migrated to Nebraska, thence cousin, where Mr. Wheelock's father became a preacher in tho Methodist Conference of Appleton District, of state. His last days were spent Missionary on the Reservation, it was the father's desire that his son hould also prepare for the ministry, mt the latter took to music in preference. The name ''Riley-in his nam originally signified ■‘Riley Water”, or "Muddy Water.” In the OOnelda ver-

nacular.

Mr. Wheelock married a Miss Ever in. of Carlisle, some years ago and _e couple have two Interesting Uttl« children, Isabel. a very pretty little girl of six years, and Raymond, ageo eleven months. The Wheelock family and the musicians occupy the Hotel Rudolph, their meals being provided at the Auelltorlum. The few “pale faces” were introduced In the organization beeauis of the fact that the Indians cannol eadiiy take all the necessajy instru mentation.

GIRL SHOT DRUNKEN FATHER Attempt of Eldora Man to Kill Family May Bring Own Death While In a at of drunken rage, Amos Polhamns of Eldora, attempted to murder his wife and four children, but was himself probably fatally shot by his eldest daughter Monday. Polhamns got drunk at Dorchester and started for home with the avowe intention of killing his family. Arriving there he seized a hatchet and struck hjs ten-year-old daughter t glance bloW on the head, making her unconscious. - Polhamns next attacked Ella, his elghteen-year-old daughter, who carries the mall between Leesburg and Eldora, and therefore Is privileged to have fire arms for her protection. Seeing her father approach her with the hatchet uplifted, she grabbed her revolver, leveled it at him and palled the trigger. The. ball entered his neck Just sbove the Jugular vein, and lodged In his head.

BERNARD BOSCH DEAD Known Throughout the Country a Builder of Fire Enginee Bernard Boech, of Oak Lane, widely known me a builder of steam Ore engines, formerly vice president of th Pennsylvania State Firemen's Association, a member of the Keystone Fire Chiefs* Association and a z her of the International Association of Fire Engineers, died last Saturday at his seashore home at the age of 72 years. Death was due to general deblUty. Hr. Botch enjoyed the qaalntance of fire chiefs of most the great cities in the last thjrty year He sold to Cape May City nr first fire engine.

There is no place in this cily-by-the sea where one can hare more comfort and rest than the Elberon. It is in the centre of the dly and yet but a fen steps from the beach. J. R. Wilson A Non, the proprietors, are noted for their ability to make their guest* fee at home.

Sommer residents of Cape May Maid not do better than to open an account with Security Trust Company It will be pleased to aerve yon. and wta keep your money safe for yon until yon need It

Notice Lewis T. Stevens Is Commissioner of Deeds for the Slate* of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, also Notary Public, eu Washington at.

DISCUSS FARM TOPICS Cape May County Grangers Meet on Camp Ground South SearUle, N. J.. July 16—The Cape May county Grangers held their quarterly meeting on the camp meeting ground yesterday. The largest nations came from South Seavllle Tuckahoe, Dias Creek, and Palermo, Among the principal questions discussed were: ‘‘What pubUc measure is of the greatest importance at the present time to the farmerF' “Are the dally newspapers factor for good Among the prominent speakers wer Morgan Dlx, M. D-, of Cape May Court House, Robert R- Corson. Sheriff of Cape May county; Charles Fos president of the Board of Den nls Township Committee. The wo also took an active part in the discussions.

Captured By Indian Band Wheelock’s Indian Band has caplured the resort completely, and the morning, afternoon and evening concerts arc attended by great crowds, so much so that council's committee hare ordered several hundred chairs to supplement the scaling capacity of the pavilions. The band includes several accomplished soloists. Their Indian night program on Saturday was Interesting to the thousands who crowded t to hear them.

Cape May Tennis Association The Cape May Tennis Assodal on is having its grounds at the corner of Lafayette and Bank streets pul In order. A Herald representative found President G. Bolton Eldredge, Vice President George O. Cummings, and'Secretary William OtUnger on the grounds Saturday, looking after the work of putting the courts in order for playing. They hope to hold their opening tournament tomorrow.

A Special Department Belford Garrison, one of Cape May popular Jewelers, has Just added a de partment for the fitting and supply ing of proper eye glasses. Dr. Polak. the well known Philadelphia eye spec inlist, will be in charge of this department. Mr. Polak was in Cape May in the yeara of 1904 and 1906 and his ability as an optician is well mown in Cape May.

The Wyoming, that home-like hotel on South Lafayette street, is up-to-date in all particulars. It is an all-the-year-round house. Mr. Vanzant has been in the hotel business for twenty years and is fully able to please his many guests. IU situation near both railroad depots and nearness to the ocean make the house a desirable place.

The Harbor The Harbor has been greatly improved during the early spring and la new in every particular and especially adapted for the comforts and pleasures of those that love the sea. It is a firstclass house and its location at Hchellenger's Landing puts it in the midst of the boatmen's headquarters.

slsting of four violins and a harp, plrj; ed at the Sunday evening conoart the

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GERMAN KALI WORKS, 93 Nassau Street, New York

OF SPLENDID REPUTATION The Hotel Lafayette One of the Beet

Managed.

A hotel with a splendid reputation as not only being one of the best at Cape May, hut to be found anywhere along the coaat, is the Hotel Lafayette, which la under the capable managemenl of Col. John Tracy, who is the owner of the hotel and who has been its manager for nearly twenty years. CoL Tracy one of the solid business men who manage hotel prop ertles and has had a varied ex perlIn the business which enables to please the patrons of the house and give them the service they desire. For many years he managed the old Washington dolel in Philadelphia and Jusu before going out of business at thsd hotel he purchased, in company with other gentlemen the Hotel Lafayette and has continued oe Indeutitled with Cape May ei since. The Colonel's Interest In Cape May not only centers In the fact that he Is a business man here but he Is also a resident and votes as well as pays taxes. He always takes an active Interest in any movement which will tend to advertise Cape May as a resort, and to induce the people of the outside world to come here and spend their vacations, no mi wbotherhe Is going to be directly benefltted ot not. He has always been liberal In his donstions to public enterprises. The Lafayette Is elegantly situated directly on the beach front In the centre of the resort and Is handy both the railroad stations and to t places of public amusement It is. as the above picture represent* a mas alve hotel with Its piazzas extending to the roof, supported by long columns, and Is arranged so that It Is not only one of the prettiest houses here, but also one of the moat convenient.It is so laid ont that nearly every room has an ocean view and can always get a breeze when one is blowing. The house Is also fitted up with excelent plumbing, and with baths for either private rooms or en suite. It is the third largest hotel in Cape May and Is the centre of social activity throughout the summer season. Numbered among its patrons are the select families of Philadelphia, New York. Pittsburg. Baltimore, Washington. Connecticut, SL Louis, Chicago, Louisville and other cities of lesser population throughout the country. It la also noticed that when a visitor comes to that hotel that In each returning visit he will be again found at this popular house, which Is a silent testimonial to the fact that the guests get the accommodation and enjoyment which they expect when there.

Twenty- Seven Years In Business Thomas W. Millet, Sr., is one of Cape May's most reliable business Mr. Millet began business in our city in 1881, and In these twentyseven years has become an authority coal, wood and coke. In 1906 he opened his present business under the firm name of Thomas W. Millet Son, having taken in with him his scfl Thomas W. Millet, Jr. They handle only the best quality of coal and wood make a specialty of supplying tha people of Cape May and vicinity, with the celebrated summer fuel Otto

Coke.

Pretty Luncheon Given A pleasant luncheon was given at the Hotel Cape May on Wednesday by Mrs. T. D. Sensor, of Trenton, who is spending the month of July here Her guests were the following from South Jersey towns. From M Urtlle. H. O. Newcomb, Mrs. Frank Sparks, Mrs. George Weber, Miss L Conover, Miss Hannah Chew; from Cape May Court House, Mrs. Alfred Cooper, Mrs. Leslie Ludlam; from Vo nonah, Mrs. Edwin Farr, Mrs. F. B Hulburt of Philadelphia.

Another Good Job M. C. Swain, the well-known cemen pavement layer, has put down a spies did {lavement and curbing at Johnson property In West Cape May Just north of the I«andle property. This work does him credit and Is splendid Improvement to that part of Cape May. Mr. Swain’s reputation is again boosted by this good piece of work.

Dr. Lsvsrty Hurt

Rev. Dr. D. H. Laverty, late pastor of the Cold Spring (Brick) Presbyterian Church, and now a resident of West Philadelphia, was painfully hurt by falling from a trolley car on his 'ay home from Church on Sunday, the 6th Inst. He is progressing fsvor ably and his recovery to hoped for

Lessons given on Plano or Organ any _jur during day or evening For terms, write, calf or phone, Im! £7

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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS. Record of Transaction* which H»v Been RccenUy Noted The following are some lecent Cap May County real estate transfers: Theodore Mueller et ux to John F. Craig. 81. Premises on south-east aide of Corgte street, adjoining lands of Thomas Beesley et als. Mary E. Mount et vlr to Catherine 8. Morris. |540. Undivided half part of premises owned by James Crandol,

Lower Township Ida C. Barrett et vlr to Arthur B. Wells. 8250. Lots 12 and 13, block n Willow Avenue, on plan of the Hughes tract. Jeremiah Mecray et als to Hollis H McPherson. 8850. South conn Myrtle Avenue and Broadway, 60 fL on Broadway by 123 1-10 feet on Myrtle Avenue.

THE LITTLE MINISTER Good Presentation on Iron Pier Last

Night

A Play could hardly be more realistic than "The New Minister ’ as played by the Pollard A Burns Stock Company at the Iron Pier Theatre during the past three days. The old corner grocery store and old Inn with • country loafers and antiquated country callers appeared realy true ye ancient times. There was just the proper amount of mirthful parts to add spice to the whole performance. Especially so where Paul Burns takes the part of Darina Startle, the country detective, S. Bancroft Pollard act well the part of Thaddeus Strong,the made a most Uplcal Dorcas Tattlebe, and was true In name and nature James S. Barrett took the part of Hannlebal Chapman, a pretender. perfection, aa did Victor Burns, in the person of Obadiah Blurton. David Herblln took the part well as Der Ranson, the reformed convict, and Mias Eleanor Ryan made a most modest Nance Ransom, Dem’s daughter. Miss Mabel de Young was a most charming Esther Strong, the new min later’s sister. Miss Lillian Harrison a Uplcal “Skeeslcks”. All others did their parte well and the play was greatly appreciated by the goodly attendance. They play night "A Friend from India. ’

SOME SAILING PARTIES Many Ware Given By Moonlight Monday Evanlng Clinton Rutherford had a moonlight party ont In his boat, the Lorena, last night, and had with him Mrs. Buttle, Mias Irene O'Crowley and Mr. Scott

Eldredge.

Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Deacon gave a Bailing last evening for Mr. and Mr Russel Wagar, In the Josephine. Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Uhls ter gave a —iiing last night and had Mrs. A. J. Holman, Miss Holman and Rev. Arthur Hess as their guests. Miss Elizabeth Brown gave a sailing last evening In thelaunch "Brownies” and had as her guests Miss Mildred Buch, Mis* Ethel Marie Hallo weU. the Misses Paxton, and the Mis*.4 Roberts as chaperons, and Messrs. Earl and Cyril Hepburne, Thomas Gay and Rezo Brooks.

On tha Links Mr. R. Wister Harvey, the former champion player of the club, came down In his automobile accompanied by his father, Mr. A. E. Harvey, and la staying at the Hotel Cape May. He made his appearance on the Unki Monday, and took a trip around the Samuel Bltpham and Thomas W. Eastwlck were those who tried the links yesterday.

Ninetieth Birthday Mr. G. S. Morton, a retired bus lues man, of Baltimore,celebrated his ninetieth birthday Monday. Mr. Morton with his relaUvec, occupies the Car roll Villa Annex Cottage, where he la most haplly and comfortably located. He will remain here the whole

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Scissors Shears Pocket Knives Butcher Knives Knives & Forks Sets Carving Sets And the best of all I goaranto say af t h above goods. Try them, and if they are not as I represent them, return and get your money back. A Full Line of Robeson’s

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Seated Bids and Proposate Sealed bids and proposals will be received at the office of the clerk of the borough of West Cape May, 12 o’clock noon, August 5, 1908, for the construction of cement sidewalks and curbs, according to plana ipeclflcation* to be seen at the office of the Borough Clerk. THEODORE W, REEVES, Borough Clerk. Dated, West Cape May, July 10. 1908.

Fun in n Candy Kitchen

Quite an evciriny candy plaiting

mteat occurred at WU thank's c

establishment on Washington street a few days ago, between Miss Bessie Mecray, of this city, and Mr. L. T. Keene, a Philadelphia candy maker. Mias Mecray succeeded In bee ting her antagonist, proving that Cape May girls cant only oat plaited cream candy but they know bow to make it.

Baptist Church Baaar

The ladies of the First Baptist Church will hold a bazaar on Thursday, Friday and Saturday- August 8, 7 and 8. The place will be announ-

Ike New Jersey State Normal and Model Schools The Normal School is a professional school devoted to the preparation of teachers for the public schools of New Jeraey Cost per year for board, 816400 The Model School offers a thorough rcademic course and prepares for the leading colleges and technical schools and for business. Total cost in the Model School, including board and tuition, 8200.00 per year. Dormitories with modem, home-like equipment. For further information add rem J. M. GREEN, Principal Treatou, New Jeraey

Pennsylvania Railroad

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Tour to Yellowstone Park and the Canadian Sockies In no- th western Wyoming in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, lies one of nature’s richest treasures—the Yellowstone National Park. Set apart by Act of Congress for the enjoyment of mankind, it is America’s greatest show ground. To visit this Park is to see nature in a variety of majestic moods. Mammoth hot springs, with multicolored terraces, cliffs of glass, beautiful lakes, mighty falls, glorious canyons, and geysers of all descriptions, are found in this wonderful region. On August 24 a personally-conducted tour through the Yellowstone Park to Portland and Seattle, returning through the magnificent Canadian Rocky Mountains, will leave the Bast by special train over the Pennsylvania Railroad. Five and one-half days will be spent in the Park, one day in Portland, one day in Vancouver, one day at Field, B. C,, one day at Laggan, Alba., one day at Banff, and stops will be made at many other points of Interest The tony will cover a period of twenty-two days. Aa an educational trip for either teacher or scholar, this tour is especially attractive, as it coven a section of America rich in scenery and replete with the marvelous manifestations of nature. The rates, which will cover all necessary expenses, will be $246 from New York, $243,20 from Philadelphia, $241.20 from Washington and Baltimore, $230.80 from Pittsburgh, and proportionate from other points. Preliminary leaflets may be obtained of Agents, and detailed itineraries will be ready for distribution shortly. Persons deairing to avail themselves of this opportunity to visit the Park of the Nation should make application for Pullman space early, as the party will be limited. Make application through local Ticket Agent or address Geo. W. Boyd, General Passenger Agent, Broad Street Station, Philadelphia.