The Eastern Reflector, GREENVILLE, N. >5. &J.WHICHARD, • EditoraMPWr. THE LEADING PAPER IN THE nSST COKGEESSIOHAL DISTEICT. MTEI.T E.f LlllSED T* 32 CMODS ! Subscription Price, - - *1 •*• per year »«HOnoUGin,Y DEMOCRATIC, BUT Will not hesitate to criticise Democratic Hen and measures tbat are not consistent with tin- ; mo principles of the party. 'If yon waut a paper from a widc-a-walte section of the State send for the Rbfmc- *0*. **" BAMPLE COPY FREE ! WEDNESDAY OCTO. 10, 1887. [Entkrkd at thb Post Ofkck at Green v n.i- r:. N". C, as Second-Class Mail Matter.! your knowledge of tinman nature, with its weaknesses, it* foibles, its follies and its proneness to stum- ble and err, can yon answer in the affirmative ? If yon can, all well and good.' We have nothing to say. You have a right to your opinion. It is part ot the wise ar- rangement of nature's plan tbat everybody cannot see just alike— it would cause confusion inexpres- sible. But if you take away eith- er good health or good sense you will not be likely to find good tem- per remaining. And now—to the moral. Is it not the fault of the mothers of our land that the health of their daughters is so often permanently wrecked and destroyed ? Why do they per- synopsis of its contents, and reques- ted a statement from him. It is not necessary to give his entire reply, but th» substance of it was : "Progress m*j have been joking but I meant every word that I amid. That is a nice way the Progress has to get out ot the box into which it baa placed itself. I have no patience with any such child's play. • • • The Prog- ress since its inception has seemed disposed to act unfairly and unpro fessionally The Gazette ban studi- ously avoided any controversy and has spoken only when forbearance ceased to be a virtne and has not a word to retract. Progress has taken frequent occasion to misrep- resent and to make flings at the mit dissipations in so many ways— Gazette without provocation. There Three Requirements to Wed- ded Bliss. Not long since one of Green- ville's young men, who is by-the- way, contemplating matrimony, in conversation mentioned a book on •'matrimony" whioh he was very desirous of procuring for the ex- ceedingly able and excellent ad- vice it had been represented to him to contain. A gentleman, whose fame in his profession has gone beyond the borders of his adopted county, scaled, the Blue Ridge in its unchecked flight and spread all over the Union—a ripe scholar, a keen observer of human nature, a polished gentleman, a man who loves to alleviate human suffering and distress and misery, who has the heart to love and pity and yet finds room for the essence of chivalry from the knightly days of yore, one of nature's true noble- men—in short, one to whom you can point and say : "Behold ! this is a man," was standing by and remarked : "My son. when you seek a wife take this advice. It may seem very simple ; but it is none the less effective, and worth more than all the books ev- er written. Find a woman who possesses these three things, good health, good sense and good tem- per. If you find such, there is no doubt about your earthly happi- ness" This has put us to thinking over the matter, and we conclude that, In our day, such attributes are hard to rind linked together. And it is no slander on our fair young ladies to say this. If a woman possesses the first two qualities mentioned the third follows most naturally. There is nothing more difficult than to preserve, at all times, a calm, unruffled temper when the body is being tortured and racked by terrible pain and suf- fering the ni06t intense agony. Good sense is forgotten, or does not weigh at all in such an in- stance. Now when we think of the first requisite this young man must seek for—good health—we come to the conclusion very quick- ly that it is a rare thing. Good health ! How many young ladies are there in the town of Greenville whose health, is perfect ? Of course "good health" in its limited sense and translated closely means perfect health. And now how many marriageble young ladies are there in Greenville, who never complain «f any physical discom- fort ? Iu conversation we asked this question and the answer came back—TWO. And we cannot add to the number, though the death rate ot Greenville is lower than anyplace in North Uarolina.and we have as many healthy young ladies, in the broad general acceptation of the term as any town in the State. S» the first requisite will be hard to find. And the eecond ? Well, we daie not say anything about that. A puling sentimentalist may say all are possessed of "good sense," and there is a spirit of sick- dissipation in dress, in habits, in eatiig, in sleeping, in studying, in dancing, tbat as surely impairs the health of their daughters as frost kills the forest leaves m the autumn. Is it not from a good- ness of heart, in most cases, and not wilful negligence ? We think bo, but it is none the less a crying evil. Slavery to the plumed god- dess, Fashion, does more than any one cause that comes to our mind just now. Let the mothers of the land dress their children as common 6ense would dictate and have done with what Fashion says and the health of their chil- dren will be better iu proportion as they act. With the foundation for good health thus laid good sense and good temper follows as readily and surely as night follows day. The mother that has the strength of character and good sense to dress her daughter com- fortably in defiance of fashion and social forms will surely instill in the minds of those daughters eve- ry principle that goes to make good sense. Then good temper is w a 11 i n g—nay, is already a willing and eager attendant at the shrine of perfection—or as near perfection as can be attained on earth. Young man, you need not think you are searching for that which does not exist. Such young ladies are in existence ; but what we want to say is that these mnst marry and die and there are fewer still to take their places. A Card from the Progress. In a recent issue of the Rep lec- tor there appeared an editorial quoting with severe comment a paragraph from the Progress. To say that the whole tone, spirit and severity of the editorial surprised us would be a mild expression of its effects. It was and will re- main a puzzle. Our remark was, on its very face, a manifest jest, a very broad jest, and how the Re- flector could fail to recognize it as such passes our comprehension. We offered that playful explana- tion of the Gazette's improvement with the kindest feeling and with- out the slightest taint of arrogance; but if sportive remarks are to be construed in sober earnest and one is to be pilloried for a mere joke, then no man's character will be s?.fe. Moreover during our receut running banter with the Gazette, to which the Reflector refers somewhat bitterly and contemptu- ously its editor and we were on the best of terms, sitting regularly together and "eating salt" at the same table thrice a day—and more than all this we were actually partners in the Gazette property owning the paper iomtly. These circumstances were all well known here and no one would have dream- ed of interposing with such seri- ous and determined front intoonr "controversy." While we have no objection in the world to the Reflector'? tribute to the editor of the Gazette—a tribute which We freely endorse, at the same time it would have been more than kind, generous and just to have bestow ed it without such uncalled for, extravagant and unmerited re- proach to us. Very respectfully W. K. Jacobson. Of all the weak, nonsensical ar guments we have lately perused was no understanding between us in this matter and every word the Gazette has said was meant in toto. the They are begging the question." And in all this Progress is "only jssting." So far as Mr. Jacobson's part ownership of the Gazette is con- cerned the "figure head" portion in order tbat a sale might be effect- ed, has long since been explained to us, and that will not do to hide his "jeatiugs" behind. However, what we said was not intended for Mr. Jacobson, but for the Progress, as we never knew he was editing the Progress, nor would his name be mentioned here were it not for the fact of its being sign- ed to the card accusing the Re- flector of littleness and contempt. We will only add tbat if the Progresshas any more jesting to do it had better select some other point than the Reflector from which to radiate. nutting their annual reports to Secretary Lainar, embracing the work of the past fiscal year and estimates of the necessary appro- priations for the coming fiscal year. The report ot the Commissioner of Patents shows that the defal- cation of Bacon, the late financial clerk, is $30,000—one of our relics of the Republican regime. Bacon's bond was only $10,000, and the question is whether his sureties are responsible for more than tbat sum. Great interest is felt at the Capital over the Habeas Corpus trial of the Virginia State officers, lately incarcerated tor contempt of co'urt by United States Judge Bond—the writs being made re- turnable before the United States Supreme Court on Monday next. The Columbia Democratic Club, a political organization ot tbiscity, has taken preliminary action to- ward having the next National Democratic Convention meet at the Capital—the first move being a grand banquet to be given the National Democratic Executive Committee next winter. MACON HOUSE, Greenville, N. C. UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT! CONVENIENTLY LOCATED. . . LARGE SAMPLE ROOMS. TABLE SUPPLIED WITH BEST OF THE MARKET. Good rooms and attentive servants. S®* Feed Stables in connection."^! OctlOdy Jl. S. TIOORE, Proprietor. STOP AND READ! and STUDY WELL! COME O*o THE! OF ly sentimentalism that would sus-jplease give the above the premi- tain such an assertion whenever ;um. Only jesting ! We have heard made. But people who take a sober, cool, second thought, will shake their head and remain quiet. Why ? Well, they will take into consideration all that it takes to make good sense. We won't un- dertake to define the term unless asked. Gut bow many marriagea- ble your.g ladies are there who can cook a decent, appetizing meal ? How many are there who can cook a biscuit tbat will not give you the dysr>ep3ia to look at it ? It seems that it would be an evidence of "good senss" to know all such things And ''good temper!" Why, you will say that all the girls are just the sweetest, angelic and good tempered cherubs that ever walked beneath the "beauti- ful blue of heaven's vast dome." But, are they ? Front the tenor of the advice given the young man, by one who has seen enough of human nature to speak know- ingly on such a subject, and from that cry raised before, but it was when the Gazette had given the Progress a very decent demol- ishing because of its flings that the latter arose and tried to hide its littleness behind the thin screen Washington Letter. Special cor. to Reflector. Washington, D. C, Oct. 15th, '87 Heretofore, your correspondent has written of tho manifesto of Civil Service Commissioner Ober- ly against the organization of the Federal employees into political as- sociations, and also of the tempora- ry commotion caused by the com- munication, which was swiftly suc- ceeded by a sentiment of stern defiance. This feeling has found further expression in the forma- tion of a new political club, called "The National Democratic Associ- ation," with an influential mem- bership from every State or Terri- tory of the Union, which it is proposed to extend to each Con- gressional District of the United States. The Association is repre- sentative in character, and purpo- ses to make its influence and use- fulness felt by the dissemination of sound Democratic doctrine and in- formation among the masses of the party every where. So then, it seems the ukase of the Commissioner was a blessing in disguise, whatever may have been its true purpose, for it goes without saying that the National Democratic Association will be a powerful factor for good in the uext Presidential contest. There are three vacancies in the Fiftieth Congress, one of them being ot National importance, as it involves the political attitude ot the State of Rhode Island in the event of the failure of the people to choose a President in 1888. At the first election held nearly a year ago, there was no election—neither candidate hav- ing a majority of all votes cast— though Judge Bradley, the Dem- ocrat nominee, was in the lead. A second election will be held next month, and there is every indica- tion of Democratic victory, as they have renominated Bradley, and a plurality will elect next time. Re- publican defeat would mean their inability to win the Presidency in case the choice should devolve up- on the House ot Representatives —the Republicans only lacking one of having a majority -of the States. Among the measures that will be presented for the consideration of the next Congress are seven new pension bills, prepared by representatives of the Grand Ar- my of the Republic, and embody- ing relief for all veterans who act- ually saw service, or tor their le- gal representatives. I fear that President Cleveland will again be the country's only safeguard against a depleted Treasury. But if occasion should require, it is ev- ident that his courage and sense of duty will be equal to the emer- gency. Messrs Angell and Putnam, of the Fisheries Commission, were iu conference with Secretary Bayard HIGH PRICES 8SQE WE HAVE JUST OPENED A LABGE i' Stock of choice GROCERIES FAMJLY^UPPLIES, which will be sold at the very lowest "hard time" prices. We keep ou hand at all times the BEST BRANDS OF FLOUR, also a full line ol MEATS, ot all kinds, CANNED GOODS, CONFECTIONS, TOBACCO, SNUFF, CI- GARS, &C. We also JvCep for sale a few of the best ROAD CARTS manufactured. Don't fail to call ou us, uext door to C. A White, if you want cheap goods. M. L. Slaughter & Go. Octlft:tf______________________________ Notice! To My Friend? and Customers :—I deem it but justice to yon and myself to inform you that 1 have no connection with any other establishment, and if you wish me to repair your Watches, (locks, Jew- elry, etc., you should be careful that it is delivered to me individually. My long experience as a practical workman is well known to all. Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, and Spectacles for sale and repaired in n skillful and workman-like manner. Thau- king you for past favors I hope, by strict attention to business, to merit a continu- ance of the same. Respectfully, A. J. Griffin, Practical Watilnuakcr, Jeweler and En- At the old stand] OctlOaf [graver. Wanted! 200,000 Cotton Seed. For which the highest cash price will be paid, or Cotton Seed Meal given in ex- change. Tarboro Oil Mills. Tarboro, N, C. Oct. 12.1887 3m WYATT L. BROWN, Ag't Clothing, Dry Goods, Boots and shoes, Notions, <&c., AT LOWEST FICURES! MY FOUR POINTS: MY PRICES! MY PRINCIPLE! MY GOODS! MY GUARANTEE! My prices are low down. My goods, the best. My principle, the fairest. My guarantee is, that nothing is misrepresented; and I promise to give you full value for your money, so consider well and come to buy your goods of * Guss Heilbroner. NEXT DOOR TO TERRELL'S TIN SHOP. and FURMTHR3S. A FULL LIXE OF HARDWARE of tX every description will be kept on hand Paints, Oils, Varnishes, DOORS & SASH, LOCKS, BUTTS, MECHANICS TOOLS, Nails, etc. FURNITURE has been added and a full line will be kept, consisting of BED ROOM SETS, Bed Steads, Mattresses, CHAIRS, CRADLES, LOUNGES, CHILDREN'S CHAIRS, Round ud Square Tables, &c.' BUSHELS C. B. BUM N. E. EBOUOHTOH Edwards & broughto N, Printers and Binders, RA.LEIQH, 3ST. O- Wc have the largest and most complete establishment of the kind to be found in the State, and solicit orders for all classes Of Commercial, Rail- road or School Print- ing or Binding. WEDDING STATIONERY READY FOR PRINTING INVITATIONS BLANKS FOR MAGISTRATES AND COUNTY OFFICERS. OTScnd us your orders. EDWABDS * BEOTOHTOH, Pbintebs and Binders, OctlOrly RALEIGH, N. C. Our limited space will prevent our keeping in stock at present line furniture, but we have manufacturers' catalogues and will take orders and guarantee satis- faction. M. A. JARVIS Grcnvillc. N. C, ScptlU. HARRY SKINNER L. C. LATHAM SUCCESSORS TO JOHN S, UONGLETON & CO GREENVILLE, N.G j THE LEADERS IN 1 ILL KINDS OF STAPLE GOODS. Our Fall and Winter stock of Dry Goods, Clothing, Shoes, Hats, etc., have arrived, and all friends and customers are invited to call and ex- amine goods and prices. Having purchased tlic entire mercantile bu«inc8s of John s. Con- gleton & Co, including notes, hook accounts and all evidences of debt and merchandise, wc solicit their former and increased patronage. Being able to make all purchases for cash, getting advantage of t.ht discounts, wo will he enabled to sell as cheaply »¦'. any one South of Norfolk. Wc shall retain in our employ J. K Conglcton us general superintendent of the business, with his former partner ('has Skinner as assistant, who will always be glad to see and serve their old customers A special branch of our business will bo to furnish cash nt rensonabl rates to farmers to cultivate and harvest their crops, in sums offlOf to f2,000 with approved security The Tar River Transportation Company. -----------(o)----------- Ai.KitKn Korbks, (Jivcnvillc, President ¦I. B. Cherry, " Yicc-1'rest J. S. COMeUtrOK, Greenville, Sec i&Tr'r. X. If. Lawrence, Tarboro, Gen Man'r Cant. R. K. .Jones, Washington, Gen Agt -----------(O)----------- The People's Line for travel on Tar Error. The Steamer Greenville is the finest ami quickest boat on the river. She has been thoroughly repaired, refurnished and painted. Fitted up specially for the comfort, ac- commodation and convenience of Ladies. POLITE & ATTENTIVE OFFICERS A (irst-olass Table furnished with the best the market affords. A trip on the Steamer Greenville Is not only comfortable but attractive. Leaves Washington Monday. Wednesday anil Knday at <>. o'clock, A. M. Leaves Tarboro Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at C o'clock, A. H. Freights received daily and through Bills Lading aiven to all points. J. J. tHERHV. AgcM 0ct2S,Cm. Greenville, X. C. LAND SALE. Pennant to an order of jhc Clerk of the Superior Court ef Pitt county, made 28th of August 1887, In the Special Pro- ceeding Artemisia .loyner Admx. of Luther Jovncr against Marshal .loyner ot als. I will sell for cash at the Court House door in (Jrcenvillc on Monday the 7th day of Xovcmber next, lhat tract of land of which Luther .loyner died seized and possessed adjoining the lands or llowell < obb,.locl Tyson and Soth Tyson and containing Hfteen acres more or less. Artemisia Joyner Sept. 14. Admx. of Luther .loyner. A. M. Mocie ft Son, Attys. 6w. DYAN« Bidding's t of "only jesting." A pretty way of !¦ regard to the responsible trust jesting, to say the least of it. We hope Mr. Jacobson (who we never knew before was editor of the Progress) did not believe we bad so little sense as to accept the state- ments he makes above by way of an attempt to extricate the Pro- gress from the dilemma into which it has fallen as entirely true. If so he is mistaken. The Reflector stands by what it said last week. We were misrepresented by the Progress and believe it was done committed to their charge. After an informal discussion, the Com- mission adjourned to convene in the Capital next month, when it is expected they will meet the Ca- nadian Commission. A statement has been prepared at the Post office Department, showing the postal business trans- acted at thirty of the leading post- offices of the country for the quar- ter ended on Sept. 30th last, and although that period is usually the dullest of the year, the receipts of the offices in question show an in- crease of six and a half per cent alt p wilfully, therefore offer no apolo- over the same quarter of last year, gy for any comments made upon j This is a aure and substantial tnb- that "playful explanation." Im- mediately upon, receiving tbe above card we telegraphed the ed- itor of tbe Gazette giving him a ute to the industrial growth and progress of the people of the Uni- ted States The several bureaus of the In- terior Department are now sub- s' 1 f . ! ' I \\ LAND SALE. By virtue of a decree of the Superior Court of Pitt county in a certain case en- titled D. K, Perkius vs. W. T. Keel, the undersigned Commissioner will sell at the Court House Door in Greenville, on Thursday, Nov. 10th. 1887, at 12 o'clock M, the following described land situated in Carolina township Pitt county. "A certain tract of land beginning at a pine In the road, R. W. Carson's corner, and running nearly West with said Carson's line to a poplar, thence again with Carson's line nearly West to the canal hi Fork Swamp, thence down the said canal to a gum, G. O. Perkins' corner, thence with said Perkins' line of marked trees crossing the road to the Old Path, thence with the Old Path to a liglitwood stump, W. B. Ross' corner, thence with the North prong of tbe Old Path back to the road, thence with the road to beginning, containing three hundred acres more or less, saving and excepting seventy one (71) acres embraced in above lands which hag heretofore been absolutely conveyed W. T. Keel and wife to D.K, Perkins, J. D. MUBPHY, Commissioner. by Terms ot sale Cash. Oct. 7th 1887. td. NOTICE. SKINNER J. L. SUGG, INSURANCE AGENT. I BUILDING (Up Stairs) OPPOSITE fOSTOFFlCB, GREENVILLE, N. G All kinds ol Riskl placed in strictly FIRST-CLASS COMPANIES At lowest current rates (Jive us a call when in need of LIFE FIKK ACCIDENT and LIVE STOCK [N8URANCK E. C. GLENN. COMMISSION MEROIIAWT STANDARD GUANO, ACID PHOSPHATE, KAINIT, PULVERIZED OYSTER SHELL, SHELL LIME, PUKE DISSOLVED BONE, COTTON SEED MEAL AND Tennessee Wagons, for sale. GREENVILLE, N. C, Mar. '2;Jd, 18S7. DO "STCDXJ 'STSTJl.NI?' -A- BUGMrTI All i-croons indebted to the late Arm of • Flanagan & WiiiioAMBOJt, either by note or account, are heieby notified that their accounts must be settled on or before the first day of November nest. Longer indulgence cannot be given as the business of the old Ann must be clos- ed np. This Oct, 19th 1887 JOHN FLAJSAGAN J. D. WILLLAM80N. DOWN WITH LONG FRIGES! One Price only—No Goods sold on a Credit! Every Bargain we get we give the public the benefit of it. "FAIR DEALING WITH ALL MANKIND." isonrMotto. NO GOODS MISREPRESENTED. Meus' Brogan Shoes $1.00, uusual price $1.2i, lo $1.35. Better Quality " $1.25, usual price $1.50 to $1.75 < Mens' Dress Shoes, $1.35, usual price $1.75 to $2.25 ' Better quality, $1.75, $2.00, $2.25, $2.50, usually $2.25, $2.50 $3 $3.50 Children's l'ebble-Grain Button Shoes 90cts, generally 1.25 to 1.50 Women's Shoes, 90 cts and up Men's Pants 85 cent", usual price 1 25 to 1.50 Men's Fine Dress Shirts, onlaundried, 48 to 53 cts a piece, usual price 75 to 1.00 Gents' Fine Balbnggau Hose, 20 cte, usual price 35 to 40 cts. Colored Half Hose loots, usual price 25 cts ... Ladies' Fine Hose 15cts, usual price 25 to 35 cts, and others lower than any in the market. Dr. Gilbert's patent Corset 87 cts, usual price 1.25 to 1.50. W e keep other Corsets at 35 to 40 cents. Gents' Collars, 4-ply hnei:, all sizes and styles, tor 10 cents Gents' Cuffs from 10 to 15 cente, good linen. Mens' Uats from 25 cents up Gents' Caps for 33 cents, usual price 50 to 75 cents Ladies' Kid Gloves 35ct8, usual price 1.25 to 1.50 Lisle Thread " 15" " " 35 to 50 Winter Shawls from 30 to (30, usual price 50 to 1.0U Silk Umbrellas 2.25, usual price 4.00 Common " 40 cents up Buttons 3 cents per dozen, usual price 10 Pearl Buttons 5 ctn per dozen, usual price 15 cents Lead p< ncils 5 for 5 cents . Eclipse Sifters 10 cents Scissors 5 cents Nice, large, tin dippers 5ct8 Any amount of Tin Ware, prices to suit all GIVE US A CALL AND BE CONVINCED. GETTING IN GOODS BY EVERY BOAT THE rXDEKSI.iNKl) IS NOW SOI.K PBOPRrETOIi OF THE OLD RELIABLE CARRIAGE MANUFACTORY, FORMERLY BELONGING TO FLANAGAN .v WILLIAMSOl AND INVITES ANYONE WISUING TO L'URCUASU CARRIAGES, BUGGIES, HARNESS, MX, or who haTO Vehicles or Harness that nccda repairing, to call on him. All Vebteles are manufactured with cither UREWSTER, STORM, c'OIL, or TIMPKIN SPRINGS, as the purohaeer desires, and all work warranted. Returning thanks to all natrons lor past favors, a continnauco ot the same it so- licited. Respectfully, JanlO, *67:ly J. D. WILLIAMSON LITTLE, HOUSE k BRO. DEALERS IN Do not fiiil to ex- Full Standard aininc our splen- did stock of BOOTS k SHOES PRINTS at 5 § G cents 5 cB =0 00 it Isolates! sli/le. Before parchasin* STIFF HAT! A full line of] wide-brim and\ hi&h Grown SLOUCH HATS A nice Tine of DRESS GOODS of various kinds. WILL SELL CHEAP. AT MOST ANY PRICE BO BO -L fe m Try a pair of oui Perfect Fitting LADIES'SHOES. $3.25 a pair. COME AND SEKOUK Lustre Hand CROCKERY. YOi" WILL LIKE IT NEW JEWELRY STORE. ----------[«,]---------- I have Just opened a Jewelry Store nt the stand of ti. L. Ilcllhroiicr and will keep on xalc a nice line of WATCHES, CLOCKS, and Jewelry. Am also prepared to do all kinds of ro- palring on such articles In ft woiknianhke and satisfactory manner. MOSES HEILBRONER. W.L.ELLIOTT. J.P.ELLIOTT. JOHN NICHOLS COTTON FACTORS NO TROUBLE TO SHOW GOODS. Sept7Uy >«V CU ! SPARTA MILLS.! -:- IF -:- YOU -:- WANT -:- GOOD -:- 2Pl.cvu.jr and Monl brlnR your wheat and corn to these mills. E. L. MOORE, SePt28:U SPARTA, N( C AU c AM) BALTIMORE -I NORFOLK. K-uM'-lieil In Baltimore in 1870. Will open a House in NORPOiiK in September, 1HS7. f»i the handling l sale of cotton, thus gi\ Ing our route their choice of the two markets. JyS7: