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

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THURSDAY, MAY 3, 1894. Entered at the Post Office at Ocean City, N. J. as second-class mail matter.

THE COLLECTOR'S REPORT.

The report of the Collector and Treas-

urer, which was published in the News of April 11th, has some matters of interest to all the taxpayers and contains subjects for study by business men as showing how NOT to introduce business measures in dealing with the city's

affairs.

If we go back to the published report of March, 1892, we find the Collector charges himself with receiving about $2200 of the taxes of 1889 and $1256 of the taxes of 1890. Now, these amounts must have been outstanding and subject to interest from the 20th of December in each of the years named till time of payment, as shown. So $2200 from December 20, 1889, till December 20, 1891, and $1256 from December 20, 1890, till December 20, 1891, at six per cent., would yield the borough $339 in interest, but the account of the Collector shows only $131.60 as being collected and leaves the borough to lose over $200 justly due it. Then, again, in the published account of the Collector, March 7, 1893, we find charged as due on March 1, 1892, of the taxes of 1890, $3095. This amount must have been interest bearing from December 20, 1890, till the date of the report, and doubtless some of it much longer, for it is not to be presumed that being unpaid on March 1, '92, it would, immediately on commencing the new year, be paid in; but admitting that it all remained for half of the year, up to September, 1892, and deducting the $743 which still remained uncollected and so reported in March, 1893, the interest from the delinquent taxes of 1890 would amount to about $240; but not a cent of interest is shown as collected by the Collector during that year, and so another loss to the taxpayers. Coming down to this latest report made up to March 6, 1894, we find shown at the close of his account in March, 1893, the above sum of $743 from the uncollected taxes of 1890. Now, according to the statute, this amount should have been in the treasury or the lands sold to secure its being put there by November, 1892, but for some mysterious cause it still stands as an asset of the borough and must be interest bearing. This sum has now run from December, 1890, till March, 1893, and doubtless longer, before being paid, so it is safe to estimate its interest at 2½ years at the minimum of six per cent., which foots up $111. There is also shown to be $4500 of the taxes of 1891, which has now run fifteen months, as interest bearing indebtedness to the borough, and it is safe to say that amount would still continue so as to make it fair to estimate it all as running for eighteen months and its interest at that time would amount to over $400, and with the above interest on balance of '90's taxes makes $511, interest justly due the borough for the past year, out of which we find only $180 has been collected--a loss of over $300 in interest to the taxpayers, and for three years last past a loss of about $800 from this

source alone.

Again, we look over the liabilities in notes as reported on March, 1893, and we find they foot up to $4960, and the Collector charges himself with $12,103 as the proceeds of other notes, besides $2800 for other purposes, making a total of all the notes for the year $19,863. A large part of the new notes must have been used to pay off the old ones, as we find not half of the above amount remains unpaid by even the Treasurer's account, for he shows where he has paid off $12,816 of the above notes, thus leaving only $7047 unpaid. It will be fair, however, to add the interest on this amount for the whole year, as it may be presumed that amount was at the borough's expense for interest, and yet we have less than $7500 shown as being the true condition of outstanding notes; but the Collector's report shows that we still have notes outstanding to the amount of $8881, or almost $1400 more than this analysis shows should be due

by the borough.

We once more refer to the report of March, 1893, and we find an asset of $1144.59 for uncollected street improvement bills, and we turn to the account of March, 1894, to see what has become of it, but it has disappeared. No trace remains of it, and where it has gone is a question too deep for us to answer, but it was to the credit of the city a year ago. There is no evidence of its being turned over to the borough. If collected, it has not been accounted for; if uncollected, a gross negligence of official responsibility rests on the Council and Collector for allowing such large sums to escape while such urgent need has been experienced and so much cash has had to be paid out in the form of interest to get money for actual necessities, and in addition the lien such bills make may lapse by time and the whole thing be lost. In addition to the amount running on from 1892 there is the work done during 1893 neither accounted for nor collected. These are merely outside scraps of irregularities shown by the published accounts of a couple of years. What the true condition would be under the eye of an expert with all the facts, books, papers, etc., before him we can only surmise.

FOR SALE AT A BARGAIN.--Cottage on Central avenue above First street. Address T. W. Brown, Atlantic City.

ARE THERE FOUR DEMOCRA- TIC PATRIOTS?

Senator Hill no longer stands alone in open defiance of the Wilson bill as now constructed. Senator Smith, of New Jersey, has joined forces with him and his appeal to the Democratic Senators to save the Democratic party is pathetic. The income tax he considers "an infamous proposition." The tariff sections are not measures for revenge. He would "eliminate the socialistic income tax, reform the schedules to conform with the doctrine of a tariff for revenge, and grant to our industries

sufficient protection to guarantee their

maintenance on the basis of American wages." And he cries in alarm: "Refuse to do that, then God save the

Democratic party!"

Why, this is the doctrine of the Republican party, with the exception that any reforming that is to be done should be done by friends of the McKinley bill, not by its enemies. Its enemies are responsible for the Wilson bill, and so bad a measure is it that both Senator Hill and Senator Smith have been forced to protest that the Democratic party is doomed if it is adopted. Whatever may be thought of Senator Hill as a politician, he is on the right track this time. So is Senator Smith. They are Democrats, but they have had the courage to look upon the tariff question as a business, not necessarily a party issue. They have taken exceptions to the party management so far, and in their independence of partisan commands they have risen almost to the height of patriotism. It may be urged that Hill is deadly opposed to Cleveland, but Smith is not. He has no unkind word for the administration. He simply discusses the question upon the broad basis of the welfare of the country, and it is impossible to see how he can support the present measure with his vote upon the

final test.

Are there two or three more patriots among the Democrats? If so they can settle this whole tariff discussion. Four or five Democratic votes would defeat the bill, or at least turn it into a protective measure with the income tax feature eliminated. Where is Brice?

Where is Gorman? Where is McPher-

son? The country is waiting on them. They hold the balance of power.

Hotels and Cottages wired for Electric Bells, Burglar Alarms, Annunciators and electric lighting apparatus. Address W. M. FISH, Pleasantville, N. J.

Court Proceedings. The "list of causes" for the April term of the Cape May county Courts was not extensive. The following licenses were granted: George H. Bates, Steamboat Landing; Theodore Shute, Beesley's Point. The application of Morris Berheim, of Woodbine, was refused. Lott C. Cornwell and Anna L. Nabb, who were convicted at the last term of Court of adultery, were sentenced to pay a fine of ten dollars each and costs. The costs amounted to about forty

dollars.

The following were the Supreme Court issues. Adolph De Roach vs. Martin Wells. In tort. F. A. Rex. S. W. Beldon. The suit was brought because of injuries received by De Roach from Wells' dog, and as the plaintiff failed to show that the dog was entitled to be designated "vicious" generally, Judge Reed ruled that there was no cause of

action.

In the Circuit Court the case of Chas. H. Clouting et al., trading, etc., vs. David Jermen et als. Upon contract (Mech. Lien). Morgan Hand. Jonas S. Miller. Settled. These were brought to the attention of Common Pleas Court: Charles W. Hughes, appellant, and Priscilla Miller et al., executors, etc., appellees. On contract. Appeal from Justice Holmes. P. T. Hildreth. Off for term. Samuel Schurch, appellant, and Emerson Talcott & Co., appellee. On contract. Appeal from Justice Spaulding. E. C. Cole. J. B. Huffman. Tried without a jury before the Court and the decision withheld. Kirk Johnson & Co., appellant, vs. Alex R. Springer, appellee. On contract. Appeal from Justice Spaulding. J. B. Huffman. P. T. Hildreth. Appeal dismissed. Kirk Johnson & Co., appellants, and Charles T. Maurey, appellee. On contract. Appeal from Alderman Ware. J. S. Westcott. H. F. Douglass. Tried before Judge Reed and a decision rendered in favor of the appellee. On Wednesday the Grand Jury returned to the court room at 11 o'clock and presented an indictment against Richard Pierce for the murder of his wife, who pleaded very vociferously "not guilty," and one against Jeremiah Cooper for the theft of a watch at Sea Isle. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to remain in the county jail until May 8th; and one against Thomas Stewart and Henry Steward for assault and battery on John Clair. They were admitted to bail. The indictment against G. Eugene Corwin, ex-Collector of Cape May Point, which was found last term, for embezzlement of school moneys, was tried and resulted in a verdict of "not guilty." Delia Barton, who has been imprisoned at the county jail as incorrigible on complaint of her mother, was sentenced to the State Industrial School for girls. The Court adjourned until May 8th next, when the murder case will be tried. The petit jurors were instructed to attend, and from this panel the jurors for the trial of the case will be selected.

Wanamaker's. PHILADELPHIA, Monday, April 30, 1894.

THE SUMMER COTTAGE In the Bargain Exchange is suggestive as to furnishings. The whole outfit only $722. The cost of each room separately is indi- cated.

COVERT CLOTHS Thanks to the cable and quick steamers there has been no lack of Covert Cloths at our counters. To-day a new shipment. Some of the styles that have been so scarce in most stores; others brand new effects that are certain to be popular. It is the artlessly artful minglings of rich colorings in the Coverts that makes them so fascinating. Ask for any quality of style that should be here--you'll not be disappointed. These are the newcomers: 45 in. Covert, 7 colorings, at $1.00. 48 in. Covert, 5 colorings, at $1.50. 48 in. Covert, 6 colorings, at $2.00. 48 in. Covert, 9 colorings, at $2.25.

CREPE BRILLIANT The new mixtures of Silk-and-Wool that are dividing favor with the Covert Cloths. Effects as if the bright tints had trembled together--and yet so elusively that the eye can scarcely trace the combinations. green, lavender and white; green, pink and white; garnet, olive and white; navy blue, gray and white; ecru, black and white; brown, black and tan New beauties with every angle the light takes. Medium weight, 42 in., $1.35.

Pin Stripe Suitings.

Silk-and-Wool, navy blue and white. First cousins to the Crêpe Brilliants and Coverts. What more need be said? 42 in., $1.25.

WOMEN'S CLOTHING. Study the case and you'll not wonder why we are selling three times as many Duck Dresses this season as last.

Look at this: Duck Dresses, full generous skirt, Vest and new Tuxedo Coat.

The price $2.50. Same quality sold last year at double or more--$8 at one time. Duck Dresses at $4.50, $5.50 and more. All the other sorts on as tempting a basis.

GIRLS' DRESSES Really good, presentable Dresses, Gingham or Percale, at 50c! And for girls of anywhere between 4 and 14 years. Of course it's surprising, but all we are doing with Girls' Dresses and Wraps is a revelation to the canal-boat traders. Better Percale Dresses at $1 and so the price tide rises to the highest water mark. MEN’S CLOTHING We have now for sale excellent Suits, with Regent Cutaway Coat, at $12 a Suit. They are worth $15--other dealers are getting that price for the same goods. Scrupulous care controls our Clothing trade. The salesmen's confidence rests on that fact, and so the business grows. Boys' Clothing Be careful in buying Sailor Suits that you get goods that are all wool and fast colors. Many salesmen don't know all wool from cotton warp, and many more don't want to know. We have more than one hundred sorts of Sailor Suits. The prices are $3.50 $4.50 $5.00 $6.50 $7.50 $8.50 $9.00 All, even the least-priced, are all wool. Sizes 3 to 10.

Continental Bicycles, $70.

"I haven't seen a $125 Bicycle yet that I'd trade my Continental for." A bright wheelman said it yesterday. Scores more are saying it all the time. Why shouldn't they! The Continental is highest grade, and the makers guarantee is behind every wheel.

Full Roadsters, M. & W. tire, $70; G. & J. tire, $75. Light Roadsters, M. & W. tire, $75; G. & J. tire, $80. Ladies' Bicycles, M. & W. tire, $75; G. & J. tire, $80. JOHN WANAMAKER.

NEW INLET HOUSE, TOWNSEND'S INLET, Sea Isle City, N. J., WILLIAM A. MANAHAN, Prop'r. All trains stop at the door. Boats always on hand.

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 deorated.

LAMPS Vase, Banquet, Piano and Hand Lamps.

THE COST We will sell as low as the lowest. It will cost you noth-

ing 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.

JOHN BROWER, Painter and Glazier. DEALER IN Lewis Bros. Pure White Lead, Lin seed 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.

GILBERT & LAKE, House and Sign Painters.

RESIDENCE: 450 West Avenue, OCEAN CITY, N. J. Jobbing promptly attended to. Estimates cheerfully given. Guarantee to do first-class work and use the best material. Orders left at Wm. Lake’s office, corner Sixth and Asbury avenue, will receive prompt

attention.

C. THOMAS, NO. 108 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA. HEADQUARTERS OF SOUTH JERSEY FOR FINE FAMILY GROCERIES. ALWAYS THE FRESHEST AND BEST TO BE FOUND IN THE MARKET. Full Flavored Teas, Choice Brands of Coffee, Sugars of all Grades, Canned Fruits, Pickles, Spices, Raisins, Dried Beef, Butter and Lard. Hams of Best Quality, Weighed when Purchased by Customers. No Loss in Weight Charged to Purchasers. Stop in and make selections from the best, largest and freshest stock in Philadelphia. Orders by mail promptly attended to and goods delivered free of charge at any railroad or steamboat in the city.

LOW PRICES. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

ISRAEL G. ADAMS & CO., Real Estate and Insurance AGENTS, 2031 ATLANTIC AVE., Atlantic City, N. J. Commissioner of Deeds for Pennsylvania. Money to loan on first mortgage. Lots for sale at South Atlantic City.

OCEAN CITY A Moral Seaside Resort. Not Excelled as a Health Restorer. Finest facilities for FISHING, Sailing, gunning, etc.

The Liquor Traffic and its kindred evils are forever prohibited by deed. Every lover of Temperance and Morals should combine to help us.

Water Supply, Railroad, Steamboats And all other Modern Conveniences.

Thousands of lots for sale at various prices, located in all parts of the city. For information apply to E. B. LAKE, Secretary, Ocean City Asso'n, SIXTH ST. & ASBURY AVE.

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, 6.00 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, 7.50, 8.20, 8.50, 11, 11.14 a m, 12 noon, 12.44 (Limited, 4.05 and 4.50 p m. Dining Cars), 1.40, 2.30, 3.20, 4.10, 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, 11.01 a m, 12.44, 1.40, 2.30, 4.00 (Limited 4.50), 5.20, 6.50, 7.35, 8.12 p m, 12.01 night.

Washington and the South. For Baltimore and Washington, 3.50, 7.20, 8.31, 9.10, 10.20, 11.18 a m, 12.10 (12.35 Lim. Dining Car), 1.30, 3.46, 4.41, 5.15 (Congressional Limited, Dining Car), 6.17, 6.56, 7.40 and 11.33 p m, week-

days. Sundays, 4.50, 7.20, 9.10, 11.18 a m, 12.50, 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.

Are you paying less for your clothes than last year? You should be. We sell Single Suits at the prices they cost most Stores by the hundreds.

We can recommend the $12. and $15. Suits as uncommonly good for style and wear--and having manufactured them we know whereof we speak.

Do you know it? We Pay Railroad Fare We Pay Railroad Fare We Pay Railroad Fare We pay it, on quite reasonable purchases.

Wanamaker & Brown Sixth and 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.

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.

Y. CORSON, DEALER IN FLOUR AND FEED, No. 721 Asbury Avenue, OCEAN CITY, N. J.

SMITH & THORN, Plumbing & Gas Fitting, In All its Branches. Satisfaction guaranteed. Underground drainage. Terra Cotta Pipe.