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 line, each insertion. Monthly and yearly rates furnished on application. Job work promptly done by experienced hands.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 1895. Entered at the Post Office at Ocean City, N. J. as second-class mail matter.

THE Legislature can now get down to hard work and accomplish a great deal within the next few weeks. There are many new laws that will require time and consideration, but most of the repealers should go through without taking up much time. Vicious legislation should be wiped from the statute books

without delay.

LA GRIPPE is again epidemic in New York City, and it has shown itself in Newark and Jersey City. According to the physicians, it is getting to be a serious matter with New York City residents, and the health officers are exerting themselves to check the disease. There is no good reason for doubting that the scourge will come this way, and extreme care should be taken by everybody that their feet are kept warm and dry, and that their bodies are

warmly clothed.

AS TIME flies, it is well just now to remember the fact that we are soon to have another charter election for the good government of our city. We only hope that every effort will be made by the best citizens of the place to interest themselves at the caucus meetings as much as they do at the polls, for the caucus is the place to start the right man for the right place, and the ballot box the place where every man should get his just dues. Let us choose men of good judgement, broad views; solid men, men who know what they are about, men who know what the city needs and know how to go about it from the dictates of their own hearts.--Star of

the Cape.

The above will apply to Ocean City, and we heartily indorse it.

Lottery Schemes Defined. For sometime past the postmasters throughout the country have sent copies

of gift enterprise newspapers to the Assistant Attorney General for the Post Office Department, asking whether these publications were not in violation

of the anti-lottery law. The Assistant Attorney General, in a communication to the proprietor of one of the offenders in this respect, gives the following views which, he says, will hold goods in other cases:

"In my opinion your paper containing the result of the awarding of the prizes by a ballot was non-mailable. It makes no difference whether you publish the

result of a lottery drawing simply as

news, without pay, or insert it as an

advertisement for pay. I have in my

administration of this office made one

exception in favor of newspapers pub-

lishing matter concerning lotteries, and that is, where a newspaper publishes such matter for the evident purpose of exposing the concern and crushing or crippling it I have let it go through the mails. This, I think, is in line with the

spirit of the law. By the eleventh subdivision of section 331, postal laws and regulations of 1893, gift exhibitions, enterprises, concerts and raffles are in-

cluded in the term lottery."

In another ruling as to what constitutes a violation of the law, the Assistant Attorney General decides as follows: "First--The awarding of a prize to

the person guessing nearest the number of seeds in a watermelon would be a

lottery.

"Second--The awarding of a prize to the person guessing nearest the number of beans in a clear glass bottle set in plain view would be a lottery. I have in a few instances held that such a scheme is not a lottery, but upon maturer consideration I am now satisfied that it is. To remove the chance element from such a scheme, the size of the vessel and the exact size of each article must be given. I mean by size of the vessel, its contents exclusive of the material of which it is composed. For instance, the contents of the vessel is given, and it is filled with articles of a uniform size and shape, such as a shot of a certain number, then the number of such articles may be computed approximately, and if the scheme does not require the exact number to be guessed, but the prize is offered to the person guessing nearest the contents of such a vessel so filled, it would not be a lottery. When, however, beans, corn, oats, wheat, or other grain of variable sizes and shapes are put in the vessel, no such certain data exists as will eliminate the chance feature from the scheme. "Third--The awarding of a prize to the person guessing the weight of a watermelon, the guess to be made after lifting it, would not be a lottery."

THOUGHT IN CHARITY.

At this season of the year, when the varied claims upon benevolence are the most pressing, and when every compassionate heart is throbbing in sympathy with the suffering which cannot always be healed, and the wants which cannot always be supplied, there are certain problems which every charitable person should think out and solve for himself, in order to make his beneficence of the greatest and most permanent value. The evils of indiscriminate

almsgiving have so frequently been

pointed out that its practice is now largely discontinued; but it is not always a simple or easy matter to find the right substitute for it. Indeed, it is to be feared that the discovery of its injurious tendency may, in some quarters, have checked the flow of benevolent impulse, instead of directing it into safer channels. Not less help, but more thought is the great need of the time in this direction. How to relieve indigence without creating pauperism, how to supply pressing wants without breaking down independence, how to be charitable to one without being unjust to another, are questions which appeal to us from time to time, and which should not appeal in vain. We are responsible not only for the immediate results, but also for the remote consequences of our actions; thus if we do not mingle intelligence with our charity we have not fulfilled our obligations. While nothing can supercede personal investigation and influence, it is also true that many of the benevolent organizations meet and, to a great extent, solve this problem. Doubtless if most of the money that is given impulsively and for temporary necessities was directed through other channels, it would accomplish far more unmixed good than it does at the present time. And if individuals would, to the extent of their power, interest themselves and give some personal assistance to these larger enterprises, they would speedily find safe and abundant outlet for all their

kindly sympathies.

There is also another form of beneficence which equally needs intelligent thought to make it effective. This is the subscription list. In itself this is a convenient and valuable means of co-operation in serviceable enterprises, and, as such, it cannot be too highly commended. But, from its very usefulness, it has become so largely extended, and so much pressure has been brought to bear upon those who are supposed to be able to give, that it becomes the duty of every one who is thus approached to pause and consider. Even the wealthy cannot give to every cause to the extent to which they are urged, much less those of moderate or small means. There must, therefore, be a selection and a limit, and the grounds upon which these must be placed should be thoroughly considered. First of all in importance is the sincere desire for the accomplishment of the object proposed. Many of the public undertakings to which we give, in response to over-persuasion, awaken no such desire in our hearts. We look on them with indifference, or even doubt and disapproval, yet we yield to the arguments and importunity of another and we allow our names and our money to belie our hearts and our thoughts. Professor Fowler, of Oxford, in discussing the subject says: "People ought to have sufficient mental independence to ask themselves what will be the ultimate effects of subscribing their money, and if they honestly believe that those effects will be pernicious or of doubtful utility, they ought to have the courage to refuse it. There is no good reason, simply because a man asks me, and I find that others are yielding to him, why I should subscribe a guinea towards disfiguring a church, or erecting an ugly and useless building, or extending pauperism, or encouraging the growth of luxurious habits, or spreading opinions which I do not believe." And Emerson, arguing for sincerity in action, says: "What I must do is all that concerns me, not what the people think. This rule, equally arduous in actual and in intellectual life, may serve for the whole distinction between greatness and meanness. It is the harder, because you will always find those who think they know what is your duty better than you know it. It is easy in the world to live after the world's opinion; it is easy in solitude to live after our own; but the great man is he who, in the midst of the crowd, keeps, with perfect sweetness, the independence of solitude." The money yielded to strong solicitation, and going where the heart cannot follow, is taken away from some other cause which enlisted all the real sympathies. Because a man has to-day subscribed largely to some public movement for which he did not care, to-mor-row he is unable to meet a claim which is, to him, more pressing, more valuable and more dear. If he had the courage and sincerity to say no in the former case, he would have had the power and the pleasure of saying yes in the latter. This truthful simplicity in giving would at once rule out a number of poor and low motives, which are too often strengthened by the present process. People give, not only through the pressure of solicitation, but from more personal and selfish reasons. Their names will stand among well-known and eminent men; their generosity and sympathy will be taken for granted; even their business may be assisted by the record. These and similar unworthy reasons have, we fear, frequently operated to elicit donations that carried neither heart or confidence with them. Added to sincerity there must be an intelligent appreciation of the methods pursued, and a trust in the character and wisdom of those in charge. It is true that busy people cannot entre into all the details of such undertakings, but they may by a little trouble inform themselves not only of the merits of the objects proposed, but also of the means by which they are carried on. If they refuse to do this, they evade their responsibilities and violate their obligations. It is quite time that the fallacy which regards giving as synonymous with charity should be dispelled. It is indeed one part of it which must never be neglected, but it is only a worthy part when it is the outcome of heart and thought--when intelligence, sincerity and love have given it birth. Thus and thus only can the gift be a symbol of true generosity.

LEANDER S. CORSON, ARCHITECT, CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER, Ocean City, N. J. Plans and specifications furnished. Terms reasonable. First class work.

STEELMAN & ENGLISH, Contractors AND Builders,

Ocean City, N. J. Plans, specifications and working drawings furnished. Jobbing promptly attended to.

Joseph G. Champion,

ARCHITECT,

CONTRACTOR AND BUILDER.

Plans and specifications furnished. Terms reasonable.

WEST AVE. AND EIGHTH ST.,

Ocean City, N. J.

R. B. CORSON,

FUNERAL DIRECTOR,

WASHINGTON VANGILDER, Manager. MILLVILLE, N. J. Petersburg, N. J.

C. B. COLES & SONS COMPANY, Wholesale and Retail Dealer in LUMBER and MILL WORK. Largest stock of Hemlock, White and Yellow Pine, Poplar, Cypress, Chestnut; Oak and other hard woods a specialty. Odd or Hard Wood Mill Work and office fixtures a specialty. FRONT, BELOW KAIGHN AVE., CAMDEN, NEW JERSEY. Telephone No. 42

Insurance Rates.

The Underwriters' Association of the Middle Department have rated Ocean City, the same to take effect to-morrow. There is much dissatisfaction expressed at the unjust manner in which rates have been levied.

A New Depot.

The Pennsylvania Railroad will erect a new winter depot here in place of the old Jackson street building as soon as the summer station at Beach avenue and Grant street is opened for the season. The company is giving Cape May excellent service, and patrons all speak well of the road and its equipment and conveniences.

Band Entertainment.

The W. A. Manahan Cornet Band will give a musical and literary entertainment in Steelman's Hall Saturday evening next. The boys are preparing a first-class programme, and a rich treat is in store for the occasion. The price of admission is placed at 25 cents for adults, and 15 cents for children. Help the boys along by your presence.

Obituary. Thomas B. Wimer, well-known in this city, died at his home, No. 1717 N. 27th street, Philadelphia, on Sunday afternoon. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. Deceased was a devoted christian, and was very much esteemed by all who knew him. Mr. Wimer was one of the first to visit Ocean City and has never missed

spending a summer here since its formation as a seaside resort.

Parties contemplating having their houses moved to new locations, or elevated and rebuilt will save money by corresponding with Abel D. Scull, builder and general house mover. Houses moved in any part of the county. Address A. D. Scull, builder, Thistle

Cottage, Ocean City, N. J.

Fall stock of Wall Paper now in. All of the latest designs. Over one hundred different patterns. Popular prices. B. R. Smith & Sons, 1046 As-

bury avenue.

TO THE REPUBLICAN AND INDEPENDENT VOTERS OF OCEAN CITY. Be it known that a permanent organization known as the Ocean City Republican Club, with headquarters in Howell's Hall, has been established for the promulgation of Republican principles and the solidifying of the Republican strength at the ballot box at every

election to be held in Ocean City. With

the evidence before us of a large Republican majority at each election, we fail to see any benefits arising therefrom to the party either in municipal or county

affairs as far as we are concerned, and in order to sustain our just claims to recognition in the representation of our town we have formed this organization. We desire to have the co-operation and assistance of all loyal Republicans and any others who may deem it wisdom to join our ranks, where the cardinal prin-

ciple is that the majority shall rule and no boss dictation.

Application may be made to the Secretary or any member for membership. To suit the opportunities of all applicants we have three degrees of member-ship--Active, Honorary and Contributive --the relations of which will be cheerfully explained to all who propose to join. By order of the Club, I. S. CHAMPION, Secretary.

Dr. F. R. Graham.

Dr. F. Ridgley Graham, one of the best-known summer residents of this city, died Sunday evening at his home, No. 801 Madison avenue, Chester, Pa., from the results of a stroke of apoplexy which he sustained last week. Dr. Graham was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, sixty-nine years ago. He was educated at Amherst College, Mass., and afterward took the medical course at Jefferson College, Philadelphia. He practiced for a while in the West, and afterward at Woodbury, N. J., going to Chester about 1859, where he has since resided. He was interested in all philanthropic movements, having been president of the Young Men's Christian Association for a number of years and a deacon in the First Presbyterian church for two decades. He was a man of deep research and a ready debater, his speeches before the old Chester Institute, in which he generally took sides in debate against the late Dr. Ellwood Harvey, a noted practitioner and free thinker, were famous. Dr. Graham married Annie Howell, daughter of Dr. Howell, of Woodbury, N. J., about thirty-five years ago. His

wife survives him.

Somewhat peculiar in his hobbies, he was one of the best known figures in Chester. He was childless, and one of his hobbies was caring for children. His old-fashioned gig, in which, unattended, although a wealthy man, he paid his professional calls, was one of the sights of the city, being generally filled with urchins from the streets whom he picked up to treat to a ride. He was the trustee of a large estate left by his mother, and according to the terms of her will this money will now go to the American Tract Society.

After you have read your copy of the SENTINEL send it to some friend at a distance who may be interested in knowing what is going on at the seashore during the winter.

Wanamaker's. PHILADELPHIA, January 28, 1895.

DRESS PLAIDS, 75c. Novel tintings, with silk over-plaids that throw sun-

bursts of beauty across each pattern. First invoice went within three days. Second lot

the counter this morning. Regular $1 quality at 75c.

COLORED HENRIETTAS A couple of days in the house. Finer twills, heavier weight, better weave than heretofore at 75 and 85c, and the price 50 and 60c.

FRENCH CHALLIS, 25 and 30c

Fresh from the Custom House, every yard of them--bright, pretty patterns and the qualities that were 50 and 60c last season.

COTTON DRESS GOODS New counters for the new goods. Most famous makers of both continents are represented, such as: David and John Anderson. R. A .Whitlaw & Sons. Greenlees & Lambic. Wonderful what elegance they've woven into the stuff; wonderful that so little money commands so much goodness and beauty. 32 in. Fancy Ducks, 16c. 32 in. Shirting Madras, 18c. 29 in. Zephyr Ginghams, 20c. 32 in. American Madras, 25c. 26 in. Novelty Gingham, 25c. 32 in. Woven Ducks (for dresses), 25c. 28 in. Pique Fancies, 30c. 29 in. Scotch Novelties, 30c. 32 in. Scotch Madras, 25c. 32 in. Anderson Ginghams, 35c. 32 in. French Printed Organdies, 37½c. 30 in. Silk mixed Ginghams, 37½c. 27 in. Fancy Silk and Cotton Plaids, 50c. BED BLANKETS Think of five pounds--a pair--of warm, soft, well made Blanket, red and blue borders (70x80 in.), for three dollars! That's the way we do the Blanket business. High price or low price, remarkable values every time. At $3.25 the pair. Good size Blankets, all wool filling on light cotton warp, 72x84 in., weight 5 lbs. At $3.75 the pair. All wool warp and filling, red and blue borders, 76x86 in., weight 6 lbs. At $3.75 the pair. All wool filling on light cotton warp, extra size, 76x86 in., weight 6 lbs. At $5 the pair. Extra large Blankets, very fine and soft, 80x90 in., weight 6 lbs. And California Blankets from the Mission Mills, soft as sea-otter's fur, almost. The royal family of the Blanket world. Single Bed, 60x80 in., $8 pair. Three-quarters Bed, 72x84 in., $9 pair. Double Bed, 78x86 in., $12 pair. Extra large Bed, 84x90 in., $12 pair. Largest size, 90x96 in., $15 pair.

CONTINENTAL BICYCLES, $50 Do you realize it? Last season we pricked the Trust bubble with high-grade Bicycles (the now famous Con-

tinental) at $70 each.

But here’s a better Conti-nental--every goodness and grace of last year with 1895

improvements.

We have been learning, the makers have been learning, inventors have been busy. The new Continental shows it, and yet we make the price

$50 each.

That's for a Roadster with "New York" tire--with G. &

J. Tire, $55.

There's a gathering of 1895 Continentals in the Bicycle store, Basement. As trim, as handsome, as dashing a lot of Wheels as need be. Model 26, "N. Y." tires, $50. Model 27, "N. Y." tires, $55, $60. Model 29, "N. Y." tires, $75. Model 30 (22 lbs.), "N. Y." tires, $80. Ladies' Continentals. Model 25, "N. Y.' tires, $55. Model 28, "N. Y." tires, $75. G. & J. tires on any, $5 extra. JOHN WANAMAKER.

SMITH & THORN, 846 Asbury Avenue, PLUMBING & DRAINAGE.

All kinds of Pump, Sink, Drivewell Points and Plumbing Material constantly on hand. All kinds of Jobbing in our line promptly attended to. Best of Material used. Experienced workmen constantly on hand.

A FIRST-CLASS

MUSICAL AND LITERARY

ENTERTAINMENT WILL BE GIVEN BY THE

W. A. MANAHAN CORNET BAND

In Steelman's Hall,

Saturday Ev'g, Feb. 2, '95. Admission--Adults, 25 cents; children, 15 cents.

ALLEN SCULL, DEALER IN

Pure Milk, Butter & Eggs,

727 ASBURY AVE. Camden County Milk Served Twice Each Day. J. B. & J. G. H. Brand Gilt Edge Butter and Fresh Country Eggs constantly on hand. All orders receive prompt attention.

J. S. RUSH, HOUSE and SIGN PAINTER, Ornamental work of all kinds done at the lowest cash prices. Residence and Office: Eleventh Street and Central Avenue, Ocean City

Railroad Time-Tables. PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD. WEST JERSEY R. R. Schedule in effect OCTOBER 6, 1894. For Philadelphia--7.40 a m, 3.10 p m, weekdays. Sundays, 4.40 p m. For Sea Isle City--7.40 a m, 3.10 p m, weekdays. Sundays, 9.35 a m and 4.40 p m. Leave PHILADELPHIA, MARKET ST. FERRY. For Ocean City--9.00 a m, and 4.00 p m, week days. 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 4.22 p m, Dining Cars), 1.40, 2.30 (Dining Car), 3.20, 4, 5, 6, 6.50, 7.13, 8.12, 10 p m, 12.01 night. Sundays, 3.20, 4.06, 4.50, 5.15, 8.12, 9.50, 11.03 a m, 12.44, 1.40, 2.30 (Dining Car), 4.00 (Limited 4.22), 5.20, 6.30, 6.50, 7.13, 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, 11.40 a m, (12.35 Lim. Dining Car) 1.30, 3.46, 4.41 (Dining Car), (5.16 Congressional Limited, Dining Car), 6.17, 9.56, 7.40 (Dining Car) p m, and 12.03 night, week-days. Sundays, 3.50, 7.20, 9.10, 11.18, 11.40 a m, 4.41 (Dining Car), 6.55, 7.40 (Dining Car) p m and 12.03 night. S. M. PREVOST, General Manager. J. R. WOOD, Gen. Pass. Agent.

R. CURTIS ROBINSON, REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE AGENT, 744 ASBURY AVENUE, OCEAN CITY, N. J., who has on hand a number of desirable furnished and unfurnished cottages. Full information given on application.

Building lots for sale in every section of the city. Insurance written by first class Companies. Come and see me before insuring elsewhere.

Money to loan on Bond and Mortgage on Improved Property.

E. CLINTON & CO.,

Manufacturers and Importers of BRUSHES, 1008 MARKET, and 8S. TENTH ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA.

SAMUEL SCHURCH,

CITY Collector & Treasurer, No. 701 ASBURY AVENUE.

OFFICE HOURS--12 to 2, 6 to 8 p. m.

R. B. STITES & CO.,

DEALERS IN

Pine, Cedar and Hemlock BUILDING LUMBER. Siding, Flooring, Window Frames, Sash, Doors, Blinds, Mouldings, Brackets, Turnings, Shingles, Pickets, Lath, Lime, Cement. A full supply constantly on hand, and under cover. Orders left at No. 759 Asbury avenue will receive immediate despatch by Telephone. Lumber Yard and Office: Cor. 12th St. & West Ave., OCEAN CITY, N. J.

ESTABLISHED 1886. PUBLIC LEDGER AND DAILY TRANSCRIPT. PHILADELPHIA. GEORGE W. CHILDS, EDITOR AND PROPRIETOR FROM 1864 TO 1894. GEORGE W. CHILDS DREXEL, EDITOR AND PUBLISHER.

The Ledger, Improved, illustrated, convenient in form, is one of the largest and best newspapers published anywhere--progressive and of high character. During 1895 the PUBLIC LEDGER'S former high place in journalism will be not only maintained, but advanced by improvements in every department, in the extension of its news service, literary attractions, and special features. To enable the publisher to make the proposed improvement, and to meet the steadily and rapidly growing circulation of the Ledger, Messrs. Hoe & Co. are now constructing for it four New Sextuple Presses of the latest and most approved design. These presses will increase the facilities for rapid printing 35 per cent., enhance the typographical appearance of the paper, and give more distinct impressions.

ITS SPECIAL FEATURES ARE: All the news condensed and classified. Important Matters in full, Classified Advertisements, as interesting as news and as much read. Independent Comment on the Events of the day. Reliable Financial News and Market Reports. State News of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware, complete and classified. Social Events, Games and Sports, the Fashions of the day. Literary, Art, Farm and Garden, Scientific and Labor notes, Building Society news and Household articles.

The DAILY LEDGER (Sunday excepted), by mail, to any address in the United States or Canada, 50 cents per month. Saturday's LEDGER (weekly), a great home journal, which should be in every country house, $1.00 per year. Make all remittances payable to 650 W. CHILDS DREXEL, Editor and Publisher.

F. E. CHAMPION, DEALER IN ICE, Pure Spring Water Ice. COAL, Best Grades, all Sizes.

WOOD,

All Lengths Cut to Order.

OFFICE AND RESIDENCE:

634 ASBURY AVENUE

OCEAN CITY, N. J.

A. D. SHARP is now ready to Clean Out Cesspools At a low price, this being a good season of the year. I can clean them much cheaper now than in the Spring or early Summer. The brushing of lots also promptly attended to. Send your name and number to A. D. SHARP, Ocean City, N. J.

PARKER MILLER is fully prepared to Clean Out Cesspools. Send in your orders at your earliest convenience. Settlement for same can be made on or before July 1, 1895. PARKER MILLER, Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, N. J.