OCEAN CITY SENTINEL. PRINTED AND PUBLISHED EVERY THURSDAY.

R. CURTIS ROBINSON, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR. OCEAN CITY, NEW JERSEY.

Advertisements in local columns, 10 cents per inc. each insertion. Monthly and yearly rates furnished on application. Job work promptly done by experienced hands.

THURSDAY, MARCH 8, 1894. Entered at the Post Office at Ocean City, N. J. as second-class mail matter.

EVADING THE ISSUE.

The News makes an unsupported denial of our charge that seven-eights of the work necessary to the production of that sheet is done in Philadelphia. We do not make assertions at random, but are prepared to give tangible reasons to prove our assertions. We based our remarks upon these facts: Out of the thirty-two columns of matter contained in a single issue of the News, the composition of but three columns, or three thirty-seconds, is done in this county, the remainder being prepared in Philadelphia, and of the press-work three of its four pages are printed in the same city. Does not this condition of affairs warrant our statement? Have we not given that paper the benefit of the doubt so far as fractions are concerned? Then the editor takes umbrage at our use of the expressions "journalistic parasite" and "journalistic vandals." We

used the terms advisedly.

The proprietor of the News, who ventured into this field of labor with a very imperfect conception of what was requisite to succeed, will soon learn that he cannot insist upon the title of "editor," but that it requires something more substantial than empty honors with which to liquidate the obligations contracted in the course of business. Also,

newspaper men, in all that term im-

plies, are not born such or rescued from obscurity by chance, but are trained in a school where hard, persistent application is necessary to master the details

incidental to the profession.

Publications of the same class with the News have no standing in the news-

paper world, and are rated as parasites which fasten themselves upon legitimate journalists. After they have eked out a precarious existence for a time these sheets succumb to the inevitable, for no business can succeed unless conducted upon business principles.

Having no capital invested in the necessary appliances of the trade, the proprietors of these nondescript publications sell their advertising space at

figures which no regular journal can touch and exist. The News has not deviated from this course.

There is no demand in the literary world for such periodicals, and in order to deceive the public they carry columns of advertisements for which they receive no compensation, as is the case with the News. This information comes to use direct from some of those whose advertisements are now running in that sheet.

As we have the best of reasons for believ-

ing that the News subscription list is limited to less than one hundred bona fide subscribers, it accepts whatever may be offered it in the way of patronage, regardless of rates, thinking thus to meet expenses and then at some future time, after it has gained a fair number of subscribers, to be able to demand better prices for its space. Vain hope.

Then, when viewed from a business standpoint, the News, like all papers of

its ilk, is a detriment to the town in which it is located. The money paid into its treasury is carried out of the town, and helps to swell the volume of business of other places instead of being paid out in the form of wages, etc., to be returned to the business channels of its native town. Does this assist the merchant, and other business interests of our town?

The News claims that the SENTINEL is jealous because Council seen fit to give it (the News) the legal advertising.

This is false. But we do claim that the Councilmen showed marked favoritism in awarding its patronage to a sheet that does not represent a dollar's worth of invested capital, while the SENTINEL plant represents almost $6000, and pays out in the shape of salaries, etc., nearly $2000 per annum. Three-fourths of the

SENTINEL's income is derived from outside sources, and the money thus brought into our town and disbursed as above stated finds its way into the hands of the tradespeople of Ocean City, greatly assisting in the upbuilding of our town's material interests. Does the fostering of a sheet like the News, which carries money from the town, look as if our Councilmen had an "eye for the betterment of the place?" Actions speak louder than words.

The News' mode of securing official patronage savors of the pot-house poli-

tician's methods. Our independence is not a marketable commodity. The sum

realized from the city's printing has no allurements for us, which principle is at stake. While the News says it is not "a factory for the manufacture of political powder," yet its proprietor shows great activity in doing the cat's-paw act for some power behind the throne. The SENTINEL does not condition its support of a candidate for office. It does not exact promises from political aspirants. It makes no bargains for goods to be delivered when certain conditions have been complied with. It does not attempt to rob an officer of freedom of action, but only too willingly supports men of known integrity who cannot be approached who are possessed of enough moral courage to carry out their convictions without fear, favor or affection.

House, Sign and Job Painting by competent workmen. Graining a specialty. B. R. Smith & Sons, 1046 Asbury avenue.

AD REFERENDUM. The great State of Massachusetts is now committed to one of the institutions of Switzerland, which provides that certain legislation affecting the people must be referred to the people

for ratification before it can be legalized and placed on the statute books.

This referendum is the closest approach to a pure democracy, and rele-

gates the legislative politician to the background, with his schemes, wirepulling, and with special favorites to advance, or enemies to snub.

Governor McKinley is an advocate of the cardinal principles which have found favor in both of the political parties of the old Bay State. In a recent message he said: "The citizens and taxpayers should be consulted when debts are to be created for which they must provide."

This is the foundation principles of our government, which gained prece-

dent in the colonial days, which our people refused to be taxed without representation. True, our people cast their ballots annually that they may be represented in national or State affairs, but they are far too often misrepresented and laws are placed on our statutes that are a disgrace, and seldom or never repealed, at least until they have done their mischievous work.

Take for example, the local option repeal a few years since. The untold damage that Legislature accomplished can never be counteracted. Again, take the infamous race-track laws of last year.

Although people entered the strongest protest last fall their work is likely to be profitless owing to the usurpation of the executive functions.

We earnestly place the suggestion before the two bodies politic of our State, and may they both rise above the status of the recent partisan acts of the Legis-

lature and seek to conserve the true in-

terests of the people.

Atlantic County Farmers.

The annual meeting of the Atlantic County Board of Agriculture was held in the Court House at May's Landing Wednesday, with every section of the county well represented. The morning was given to the business of the Board, and these officers were elected: President, Philip Bergmann, Egg Harbor City; Vice President, William A. Elvins, Hammonton; Secretary, V. P. Hoffman, Egg Harbor City; Treasurer, F. Fedler, Egg Harbor City; Delegates to the State Board, W. A. Elvins and V. P. Hoffman. The afternoon session was opened by Secretary Franklin Dye, of the State Board, with an urgent appeal for organization. The State Board, he said, had its beginning twenty-one years ago with a very small membership, but now the delegates to its meetings represented

the entire agricultural interest of the State, and the annual meetings extended over several days. There could be traced to the organized effort as repre-

sented in it almost every gain that had thus far been made in the State's progress. He was proud to be connected with the farming industry. The cultivation of the soil is a grand work and the basis of all other industries. Of all the exports of last year 74 per cent. were products. Farmers pay the bulk of the taxes. The Legislature must be made to understand the importance of the farming interest, and must look to

the protection of farmers as well as of the manufacturers. Increased produc-

tion means decreased profit; it is the surplus that brings down the prices. The low price of wheat does not effect New Jersey, except advantageously, as we do not produce it, but can use its valuable constituents with profit in the dairy and poultry yard. The question for Jersey farmers is to find out what our markets lack, and supply them with that product in unapproachable quality, or to find out the market that is lacking what we can supply and educate the people of that market to their need of our products. As an instance

of what can be done and how to go about it there is Professor Riley's ven-

ture with cranberries. Europe knew of the fruit of Jersey bogs only by hearsay, or had been prejudiced against it in its being spoiled by ignorant cooks. He had a surplus to place, and, taking it abroad, took suitable sauce-pans along to prepare it in, and made the market for both, relieving this market of that surplus and advancing the price here.

Secretary Dye's concluding advice he gave to the people as their watch word: "Have faith in your business and each other."

Other papers of the meeting were upon "Strawberry Growing," by T. D. F. Baker, of Bridgeton, and "The Insect Problem," with lantern illustrations, by Professor Smith, of Rutgers College. The meetings were well attended, the audience taking part in the discussions.

Wanamaker's. PHILADELPHIA, Monday, March 5, 1894.

Dress Goods. Hundreds of sorts, clamoring for mention in the papers.

At the best not one in a score will ever get a word. Like tel-

ling of a garden of flowers--here a bloom, there a bud pointed out, but whole parterres that must be taken for granted. To-day a little jaunt among the sturdier kinds--the strong-threaded, close-woven sorts that make the ideal Cotton Outing Suits for big folks or little folks.

Marine Suitings, 25 and 30c. Sailor Suitings, 35c. Galatea, 40c.

Three Cotton Stuffs that the wildest mad-caps of children can romp and rough in--and never worry the goods. They'll figure in some of nattiest rigs of the season at shore or mountain. English trade, all.

Pique, 20 to 65c.

An old favorite at the front again. Finer than ever, handsomer than ever--with new thoughts in tints and prints-- and with every old-time excel-

lence preserved.

Ducks, 25, 30, and 35c. First Cousins to the Piques --as sturdy, but with charms of their own. Plain and fancy weave. A great variety of styles--Scotch and American.

Madras, 25 to 45c. Betwixt and between for weight--heavy enough for cool evenings, light enough for hot days. Here it is with every familiar goodness and with new beauties--lace plaids and stripes, gauze and rep effect. American, 25c; Scotch, 35 and 45c.

Irish Dimities, 25 and 35c. Neater, daintier even than in grandmother's days. Printings that might set some of the Frenchmen thinking. Lace Crepes, 45c. One of the newest Cottons and one of the neatest. Plain grounds of varied tints overlaced with white--in zig-zags and stripes.

Crepe.

Lupin's Crepe--recently floated in on an Atlantic liner. In fabric a sort of woolen exha-lation--wavy, twisted, curled, crinkled, dreamy like textile vapor, or woven smoke of incense or tobacco. Street and Evening shades. 44in., $1.25.

Lupin's Silk-and-wool Crepes are even a trifle more exquisite than those of only wool; 11 shades, $2.

Cream goes to the top. Lupin's fabrics are at the top --the cream of Dress Goods.

Prince Albert Costumes.

We have set many a fashionthought going, but never any that caught the popular fancy more quickly or more closely than the Prince Albert Coat and the Prince Albert Costume.

From one end of the country to the other both are growing in fame and favor.

They've a right to. Sensible, seasonable, serviceable. If Spring comfort were the only thought no need to change them. If the style were the all-in-all they'd fit the bill exactly. Half a dozen other styles that don't know what January means.

Book News For March has a plate-paper portrait of Thomas Hardy, one of the most remarkable novelists England has produced. There are other pictures, half a score of them, and many pages of timely book lore. But the magic of BOOK NEWS comes from its plain, straightforward and worldly-wise way. BOOK NEWS has no fads to push, no favorites to hold up, no enemies to dig at. If it deals with a book the aim is to search out the very heart and spirit of it, and tell without bias of what is found. Think of such a book-friend, coming to you each month with faithful word of all that the publishers have been sending out. How much to pay for such service? Five cents, 50c a year. JOHN WANAMAKER.

Railroad Time-Tables.

PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD. WEST JERSEY R. R. In effect FEBRUARY 10, 1894.

Trains leave OCEAN CITY as follows: For Philadelphia, 7.40 a m, 3.10 p m. Sundays, 4.40 p m.

Returning--Leave Philadelphia for Ocean City, 9.00 a m, 4.00 p m. Sundays, 9.00 a m.

Leave PHILADELPHIA, BROAD ST. STATION.

FOR NEW YORK.

Express, week-days, 3.20, 4.05, 4.50, 5.15, 6.50, 7.33, 8.20, 9.50, 11, 11.14 a m, 12 noon, 12.44 (Limited, 1.06 and 4.50 p m, Dining Cars), 1.40, 2.30, 4.20, 4.55, 6, 6.50, 7.35, 8.12, 10 p m, 12.01 night. Sundays, 3.20, 4.05, 4.50, 5.15, 8.12, 9.50, 11.03 a m, 12.44, 1.40, 2.30, 4.00 (Limited 4.50), 5.20, 6.50, 7.25, 8.12 p m, 12.01 night. Washington and the South. For Baltimore and Washington, 3.50, 7.20, 8.31, 9.10, 10.30, 11.18 a m, 12.10 (12.55 Lim. Dining Car), 1.30, 3.46, 4.41, 5.16 (Congressional Limited, Dining Car), 6,17, 6.55, 7.40 and 11.33 p m, weekdays. Sundays, 3.50, 7.20, 9.10, 11.45 a m, 12.10, 4.41, 6.55, 7.40 and 11.33 p m.

For further information inquire of ticket agent at station.

S. M. PREVOST, General Manager. J. R. WOOD, Gen. Pass. Agent.

CORSON & ROSE, MILLVILLE, NEW JERSEY. FURNITURE Everything to make the home pleasant and comfortable. Bed-room Suits, Parlor Suits, Dining Room Suits, Rockers and odd-pieces. CARPETS Brussels in all grades, Ingrain, Rag and Mattings. Fur, Smyrna and Moquette Rugs.

QUEENSWARE Dinner Sets, English and American. Tea Sets, white and deecorated. LAMPS Vase, Banquet, Piano and Hand Lamps. THE COST We will sell as low as the lowest. It will cost you nothing to come, as on a bill of $20 or upward we pay your fare.

CORSON & ROSE, 222 HIGH STREET, MILLVILLE, N. J.

R. B. CORSON, FUNERAL DIRECTOR.

Orders left with WASHINGTON VAN GILDER, Petersburg, N. J., or at Millville, N. J., will receive prompt attention. R. B. CORSON, MILLVILLE, N. J. PETERSBURG, N. J.

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Please mention this paper.

WM. R. ELLIOTT, Successor to MRS. R. MORRIS, DEALER IN Groceries, Provisions, CANNED GOODS, Dry Goods, Notions, Shoes. A FULL LINE OF CHINA and GLASSWARE, No. 714 Asbury Ave., OCEAN CITY, N. J. Summer visitors are assured of efficient service, fresh goods and Philadelphia prices.

D. GALLAGHER, DEALER IN FINE FURNITURE, 43 So. Second St., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

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JOHN BROWER, Painter and Glazier. DEALER IN Lewis Bros. Pure White Lead, Linseed Oil and Colors. First Quality Hard Oil and Varnishes. Roberts' Fire and Water Proof Paints. Pure Metallic Paints for Tin and Shingle Roofs (and no other should be used where rain water is caught for family use). All brands of Ready Mixed Paints. Window Glass of all kinds and patterns. Reference given. STORE ON ASBURY AVE OCEAN CITY N. J.

OYSTER AND DINING SALOON OPEN FOR THE WINTER SEASON. Bellevue House,

Corner Seventh and Asbury. Oysters served in every style. Meals at all hours. SAM'L SCHURCH, Prop'r.

WESLEY HOUSE, Cor. 8th St. and Wesley Ave., OCEAN CITY, N. J.

This house is delightfully located on a wide avenue a few feet from the ocean. Accommodations first class. Terms reasonable. Open all the year. A. E. COLE, Prop'r.

STODDART'S STORES.

A Final Closing Sale of Cloaks

in which there is no money except for the buyer. We sell one hundred Winter Coats at $10 each. The lot includes elegant Coats Fur Trimmed, Coats Braid

Trimmed, Entire Plain Paddock Coats, Velour Wraps Fur Trimmed, Plush Capes, Fur Trimmed, Full Sweep, Fur Capes, 25 inches long, Elegantly Lined Manilla Shape Wraps.

The range of prices of the above lot has been $15, $18, $20, and some of the lot as high as $25 each, it includes a a Good Range of Sizes and includes also Extra Sizes.

We also close a lot of JACKETS of Black Navy, Tan and Mixed Cloths at $5.75 each. Among them are garments with Fur Shawl Rob Collars and Jackets with Double Capes, detachable, all to close at $3.75 each. This lot includes garments that have sold up to $12.50.

We close a few LONG COATS of Elegant Material of last season's make at $2.50 each. We advise an Early Selection from this lot. They are Cheap enough to warrant buying even if you had given up Coat buying for this season.

CHILDREN'S COATS AT CLOSING PRICES.

THE STODDART COMPANY, The Old Second Street Dry Goods House, 448, 450, 452 NORTH SECOND STREET,

and Branch Store added within the past few weeks

15 N. Second St., on the Delaware side, just above Market, PHILADELPHIA.

THE OCEAN CITY SENTINEL.

$1.00 PER YEAR.

Good Advertising Medium.

FIRST-CLASS JOB WORK OUR MOTTO. We are well equipped to do plain or fancy work.

ARE YOU GOING TO BUILD?

If so, we should sell you the Mill Work. Why?

Because our increased facilities enable us to offer greater inducements to you. Look at them:

First, By our location, adjoining the Reading Terminal, with a track in our yard, we save in carting both ways to the cars, and can give a better oversight to shipments not leaving our control.

Second, Having a large wharf on the Delaware River, we can load vessels for our customers without charge for wharfage, etc., and can enjoy the advantage of water freights, which are much lower than railroad freights.

Fourth, We manufacture all kinds of odd and fancy work, and estimate direct from architects' plans for any kind of hard wood work and interior finish. We manufacture Packing Boxes, Berry Chests, Signs, etc., at short notice.

Fifth, Business experience. For twenty-eight years we have been in business at this location and every year have been compelled to improve and enlarge our plant until now we stand at the head of our line of business. We offer you the benefit of our experience, freely. We charge you only for the material you buy.

We solicit correspondence with any intending to build and improve residences, stores, halls or churches, and will give all inquirers prompt attention. Remember that we can ship our work to you to compete with others in any part of the State.

C. B. COLES,

Lumber, Mill Work and Boxes, Front, Below Kaighn Avenue, Camden, N. J.