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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
An Ordinance
To PrOUide far paVing he Sidewalks on both sides Of
Third street bet0een Cherry and MahOning streets.

To prOUide far paVing he sideIgGLks on both sides o.
Third street betl0eeh Cherry and MdhOHing strsets.
Section l. Be it ordained by the city council OF
the city Of Canton, Ohio, That each owner of a lot
or part of lot abutting upon either side of Third
street between Cherry and Mahoning streets is
hereby required to pave the sidewalk ten feet
wide in front Of such lot or part of lot on that
parsof said Third street, with good hard-burnt
brick laid.On a substantial bed Of sand.
Section ?. 1t shall be the duty Of the Mayor, so
soon after this ordinance takes effect as may be,
erty-hOlder contemplated by the first section OF
this ordinance, or in case of his absence from the
city, then upon his agent, a notice in writing no
Trying such property owner or agent of the re-
quirements Of this ordinance. That the Mayor
shall make return of the service of such notice to
the city council.
Section 3. That fanny property owner contem.
plated Dy the FIRST section of this ordinance shall
fail to comply with the requirements of this ordi-
for sixty days after the service upon him, or his
agent, Of the notice provided for by the second
section Of this ordinance, then such sidewalk
shall be constructed in such manner as the coun.
ell shall by resolution, direct, and the costs there.
of shall be n lien on such lot or part of lot before
which such sidewalk Is so made, and shall also be-
a personal claim against snch property owner and
be collected according 20 law with interest.
Section 4. That this ordinance take effect tel
days AFTER its passage and publication.
Passed September y, 1870.
DANIEL WORLEY,
President Of the Council
Attest Jos. TEoUT, City Clerk.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

OLDFIELD-At West Liberty, Williams county,
81 years.
Mr.. Oldheld was the progenitor of the Oldfelds
of our town, the father Of William, and the grand
father Of our city marshal. The old gentleman
has been living in Williams county for a number
ofyears with his children. He was born in Essex
county, n. J., and removed to Ohio about sixty
years ago. He lived a great part OF his life in
Wayne, Ashland and Knox counties, following
the business of brick making. He was a lifelong
member Of the NJ. E. church, and was quite active
in the cause, often officiating as a local preacher.
He was a man much respected in his day and
generation
WILLIAMSON the It'll inst an infant son Of
Mr.. and Mrs. c. II. Williams aged 5mOnthS.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
Baltimore, Pittsburgh a Chicago X.
i Millions OF CnnifnI.

A certificate of incorporation has been
filed in the Secretary of State of Ohio for
the Baltimore, Pittsburgh & Chicago R.
K. company. The incorporators reside in
the cities of Canton, Wooster and Tifin,
and the towns of Ashland, Plymouth, Ma
poleon and Bryan. The proposed route
commences at the State line between Ohio
and Pennsylvania, in Middleton tip, Co
lumbiana county, and runs across the
State to the Indiana line, in Williams Co.,
making New Lisbon, Canton and Wooster
points. Its capital stock is So, ,0OO.-
Books are ordered to be opened along the
whole line on the 30th inst. A COM
pany to continue this road is being organ
lied in the State Of Indiana, to cross that
State, passing through Lagrange, Goshen
and Laporte to Chicago.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

SwINDLERs are around in the country
selling shoddy cloths and clothing. Be-
ware of them. Buy your goods from our
respectable notwithstanding.
The shoddy vendors cannot now sell to
the army, and hence those not in Congress
and elsewhere are strolling. We often
buy at a good factory. Encourage home
industry.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

The schools commenced on Monday
last, EVERY teacher on hand for duty. ou-
p~erintendent Wohey is relieved from tea
ching regular classes, and required by the
Board TO spend his time in visiting, assist
ing and directing in the various depart
ments. The new school building in the
north part Of the 4th ward is a fine two
story structure with four spacious rooms.
They will be ready in n few weeks.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
A Surprise.

Our friend Owen Steen, foreman IN the
Russell works, now in progress, was taken
aback at quitting time last Saturday even
ing, at being suddenly surrounded by his
men and fairly captured. One of the men
advanced, and on behalf of his fellow work
men, presented Mr.. Steen with a
beautiful silver watch chain, adorned with
compass, square, &c. Steen at last got
out 'thank you" after which the party
separated with a hearty laugh at his sur
prise and confusion. Mr. Steen is one of
our best mechanics.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

THE Board of Education offer a stand
ing reward of $40 as a warning against
the willful destruction of public school
property, such as breaking of glass, fenc
ing. or destroying or injuring any kind Of
school property. We trust this will have
a salutary effect, as the wanton defaee-
ment of .chool property has for years
been shameful. l4w3.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
Homicide.

A young man named Charles Hall, liv-
ing a few miles from Mansfield, shot and
killed Edward Mccullough on Saturday
night It seems they had been to Mans
Geld 70 a show. and a brother Of Hall and
Mccullough went home without Charles,
who was in liquor. He hired a convey
ance. and on reaching home assniled his
brother. and drew a revolver and fired
twice without hitting him. but the second
shot killed Mccullough, the ball entering
his head. Hall is in Jail.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Mr.. HUeERT, President of the Connells-
vile railroad company, Mr.. Latrobe chief
engineer of the Baltimore & Ohio railroad,
and Mr.. Manning, chief engineer of the
Connellsville road, arrived in Can
ton on Tuesday. They left on Wednesday
in a carriage, eastward, along the line re-
Gently surveyed by Mr.. Manning for the
contemplated new road. They were ac-
companied by Messrs. Schasfer and Ault-
man of our city, who are directors of the
new road. The line will be located before
long.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

A resolution was introduced by Mr..
'Schaefer in the City Council Monday even
ing and adopted. looking to the passage of
an ordinance TO license hacks and other
c~onveyanees Of passengers and merchan-
disc. This is a good move, as our enter
prising hackmen have been imposed upon
and other gatherings. They have gone to
considerable expense in fitting up rigs"
which are a credit TO the city, and for
which they are taxed, and therefore, in
Justice, should have proper legal protec-
ton against outsiders, who reap the bene-
fits when the harvest comes.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Messrs. Andrew Pontius and VIM. H
Essig have bought out the hardware es
adjustment of Raynolds & Saxton. They
took possession Wednesday morning. The
successors of Messrs. Reynolds & Saxton
are well known as worthy gentlemen and
competent business men. We bespeak for
them a share of public patronage, which
they will merit by attention and fair deal
ing. May success attend the new firm in
their new business.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
An Ordinance
To establish a grade on RoleJaHd street in the eity
Canton.

To establish a grade on ROleIaRd street in the ety Of
Canton.
Section !. Be it ordained by the city council of
the city of Canton, Ohio, That the grade Of Row
land street in said city shall be as follows: Start
ing at the intersection Ofthe middle line of Roland
street with MahOning street to an elevation of
eighty feet (sO); thence ~southwardly along the
the middle line OF said Rowland street in a regu-
lar grade one hundred feet TO an elevation of
eighty-One and 32+lOO0 feet (sl.324G; thence south
wardly as before nine hundred and eighty feet to
the P. Fit. W. & C. Railway crossing to an elevation
Of seventy-eight and three tenths feet (s IS and
thence southwardly as before six hundred and
twenty feet to the north side Of Tuscarawas street
to an elevation Of seventy-fOur feet C74); all of said
elevations having reference to a point one hum
dred feet below the city bench mark at the court
house established by ordinance, and applying 10
the middle line and the sidewalks on both sides
of said street.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect and
be in force upon its final passage and after the
lapse of ten DAYS from its publication.
Passed September Il, 1870.
DANIEL WORLEY,
President of the Council.
Attest: Jos. TRoST, City Clerk.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

A FEW days ago, as Mr.. VIM. Eyles
was unhitching his team from q moving
machine, his horses ran away, dragging
him part way across the field, and finally
succeeded in dragging the machine over
him, injuring him very badly. He was
taken up in an insensible condition, and
it was some time before he was restored to
consciousness. At last accounts he was
doing as well as could be expected under
the circumstances WddS1rOrh Enter
DTiSs
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Tom understands the ropes" was whole
sale manufacturer of hats in New York
for a number of years, knows the cost of
material and making is acquainted with
all the leading manufacturers Of hats, and
buys them at case prices, and the rush to
Kilt, Albert & Co., for the new Fall Hats
that he is now sending, proves how well
the boys appreciate his taste.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
HERzER. at The old PITTSBURGH grocs

HERzER, at the old Pittsburgh grocery
the worthy successor of Adam Lippert,
continues to supply his numerous custom
ers with the choicest and best of family
groceries at the lowest possible margin
His capacious establishment is always
well supplied with the very best, and to
see the crowd of customers usually there,
one must come to the conclurion that the
old Pittsburgh Grocery maintains its no.
bic reputation for good and cheap goods.
Call at Herzer's. 7tf.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

". W. KINGsBURY, ESQ. of the New
ark Advocate, paid his friends here a flying
visit on Monday of this week. He is in
good condition and represents things in
Licking as all right. Our friends there
away expect to return General Morgan to
Congress.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

WHILE two young men from Canton
were amusing themselves on Wednesday
last. shooting at a mark with revolyers, IN
Mr.. Ebersole, shot himself in the foot, the
ball entering at the heel and coming out
between the toes. He was taken by his
scomrade to his home in Canton.-MGSSiI-
Ion american.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
State Fair Excursion Tickets.

The managers of the Erie and Atlantic
& Great Western railway line announce
that excursion tickets at half fare, to
Springfield and return, Will be sold at sta
tlons from September 18th to 18th inclu-
sive, and valid for return until the day af-
ter the Fair closes. The route will be by
way Of Atlantic & Great Western Railway
to Urbana, where special trains on the
branch line will be in readiness to convey
passengers direct to the Fair.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

GEN. GRANT, the President of the Uni
ted States, says that many important
affairs of state have been amicably settled
on account of the soothing influences ex-
eTted on the frame by sitting on one of
Blake's Patent Chair Springs, that make
. spring chair and an oscillating rocking
chair out of any common chair. by attach
ing them to the front legs. Agents wan
ted. This business must move to a sue
cessful completion. Call on or address
ANDREW NJ. BLAKE, Cleveland Avenue,
Canton, Ohio. Stf.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Mrs. BIGHAM's son., resident of Mount
Union, was killed on Wednesday. He had
been in the field where a team was enga-
ged with a large roller, smoothing down
the newly plowed ground, and on return
ing to the house, the boy got on to ride,
when, on reaching the road, he fell in
front of the roller and was crushed to
death. He was between 9 and 10 years
old.-AHiance Democrat.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

The second annual meeting of the Ali
INC Driving Park Association common
ced on Wednesday the l4th, to continue
three days. The purses for the first were
three, two of $50 each and one Of $75-the
second day, one purse Of 5000, one SIS,
and one Of $l00-the third day one purse
of $3.50. the "Genter House" purse Of $50
one Of $500 and one $500.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

HARMLESS, BEAUTIFUL AND LAsTISd.-Mrs. s. A. Al
lens Hair Resterer and Dressing. The attention
of the public is invited to the valuable improve
ment recently made in this preparation. Its in
fallible property Of quickly restoring Gray Hair
to its original color, is here combined with = most
agreeable Dressing, all in one bottle.
Also her ZYLOBALSAMUM, another prepara-
ton, clear and transparent. A toilet luxury for
cleansing, dressing and Strengthening the hair,
far preferable to French POmades' and at half the
cost. Sold by Druggist 23lY-ev2m
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
Accident.

On last Sunday. as Mrs. Jacob Kauf-
man, residing two miles from town, IN the
Georgetown road, was about to start for
town to attend church, as usual, the seat
in the open buggy not having been fasten-
ed down, and the horse starting suddenly,
threw her out backward, injuring her so
severely that she died on Tuesday. Mrs.
Kaufman was a large woman and quite
heavy, and her 9 near 20. She was a
most estimable christian lady, and all who
knew her or of her will deeply regret this
melancholy death of "Aunty Kaufman"
She leaves her husband and falaily to
mourn her death.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
The following are the Petit Jurors:
Van Amburgh,s AIenagerIe

Will exhibit at Canton, Saturday, Sep
TENDER 9th, and this old and com
plete show will not fail to draw a. large
crowd. There is always something inter
esting in thus studying animated nature.
Here we may see the dangerous enemies
of man and those which minister to his
wants as well as those who approach US in
organization but lack that brain power
which gives US reason. We advise all
who can do so to visit Van Amburgh's
Mehayerie.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

The palace of Aultman, on Cleveland
AveAue, is not only magnificent beyond
description, but unsurpassed in the beauty
of its design, and durability pitts construc-
ton. Its style of architecture is grand,
and portions of it are adorned with exqui-
site workmanship. From the tower a mag
niffcent view of the city and surrounding
country can be obtained. It is a building
that will last for ages, reminding US of
the palaces of MEDIEVAL Europe, and the
architectural progress of the American
people. This palace will probably be sup
piled with the Chinese Patent Lamp and
Chimney Cleaner, and Blake's Patent Spi-
raj Spring Bed Bottoms and patent Chair
Spring. 13w2.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Every Saturday for September is before
us. It contains European War Pictures,
French soldiers bathing at Nancy. A Prus-
sian Outpost, Saarbruek, and some re-
cruits for the south German army. 1t has
also some fine illustrations-A Picnic in
the Woods, by A. HoPpiR Summer Days,
by W. ]. Hennessy, and On the Beach at
Long Branch.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Having examined your Patent TIN-LlNED
LEAD PIPE, We are satisfied that 1t possesses
great value aud utility, and therefore voluntarily
m il to all who use water conveyed thTo'
pipes"
Circulars and sample Of pipe sent by mail free
Address THE CoLWELLS, SHAW & WILLARD
MFG Co, 2I3 Centre ST., New York. For sale
also by Messrs. BEST & MARTIN, Canton, Ohio
and the leading Plumbers. iune29m4
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
To CONSERVATIVES.

ADVERTISER having been restored to
health in a few weeks by a very simple reme-
dy, after having suffered for severa. years with a
severe lung affection, and that dread disease, con-
sumption-is anxious TO make known to his fell
low sufferers the means of cure.
To all who desire it, he will send n copy of the
prescription used, free of charge, with the direc-
lions for preparing and using the same, which
they will find n sure cure for Consumption, Asth-
ma, Bronchitis, Coughs, Colds, and all Throat and
Lung Affections. The only object OF the ADVERT
ser in sending the Prescription is to benefit the
afflicted, and spread information which he con-
ceives TO be valuable, and he hopes every sufferer
will try his remedy, as It will cost them nothing,
and may prove a blessing.
Parties wishing the prescription will please ad-
dress REV. EDWARD A.. WILSON,
Williamsburg, Kings county, New York.
uoay1Q hPQyIsmn
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Mr.. CoeswELL, of Illinois. a prominent
gentleman of the Labor Union. and a del
ecate from his State to the National Con-
gress recently held at Cincinnati, spoke On
Tuesday evening in Schaefers Opera
House. The turn out was entirely too
small for so important a subject, and from
50 able o gentleman as Mr.. Cogswell.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Col. E. BALL of Canton, widely known
as the founder of one of the largest Reap
er and Mower manufactures in this coun-
try, has Just been nominated for Congress
by the Workingmen of the XVIIth Dis
trict against Amber, Republican. If the
Democracy make no nomination, Ball will
be elected.-Crawford County Forum, 7tk.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

AT Sulphur Springs, Perry county. o.,
on Friday last, three kegs of powder ex-
ploded in q store house and killed three
persons, Geo. Gaver, a young man named
Priest and a child 4 years old, a son of
Mr.. Mcdonald, owner of the store house,
which was destroyed. A Mr.. Gordon was
also dangerously hurt.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

We want everybody to know that we
are selling more fruit cans than any other
establishment in the city, as our stock is
very large we are obliged to close out cans
very cheap. All persons buying in large
quantities will receive o liberal discount.
We have the cans and must sell them
Don't fail to call at ]. KITzMILLER &
Sons, Checkered Front.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
Prof. Cossels Analyses Certain Liq-

Prof. CasseIs Analyses Certain Liq-
uOrs.
READ Professor Cassels report of the following
analysis of liquors:
CLEVELAND, ONO, Sept. 7, 1870.
S. Cows & Co.-The samples of liquors you left
with me I have made a careful chemical examina-
tion Of, with the following result:
Sample labelled 'Sommer's Whisky" has a per
cent alcohol in it. Ii 6isO contains a notable
amount of free s%ulphurie acid, and a deleterious
quantity of Fusil oil. 1t is not a pure whisky.
Same Labelled Rye Whiskey," possesses 40
per cent alcohol, it is perfectly free from impuri-
ties.
Same labelled 'Irish Whisky" has A per cent
alcohol, perfectly pure and a very superior arti-
Gle.
Same labelled Brandy contains 80 per cent,
alcohol, free from adulterants, and an exceeding
ly fine liquor of high flavor and mild taste. 1t is
well adapted to the physicians use where stimu-
lants are indicated.
With much respect, yours truly,
J. LANG CASSEL.S NJ. D.
Prof of Chemistry in Cleveland Medical College.
P.S. Your Irish whisky and brandy are the I'm
est / have seen in this country.
n. r.. We have never sold the "SOmmers Whis-
ky" the sample above referred to we purchased
here in order to have il carefully analysed by
Prof. Cassels, in connection with our own goods.
s. GOV & co.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14
Our Book b

The North British Review is on our ia
BILE. In it we find the following: Assyr-
ian Annals B. c., 6sl-625. ParpagGa's
Mission to Queen Elizabeth. Lothair.-
81, The Cisieithan Constitutional Crisis.
Contemporary Literature. Address the
Leonard Scott Publishing company, 40
Fulton street, N. Y. 81 a year.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

INV HoRK, September ID.
Cotton quiet and less firm I,4O9 bales middling
uplands, l9Ac. Flour closed quiet and slightly
in buyers favor. Wheat dull and lower: 81 OO6
1 DC for No 2 Spring; 81 239l 25 for winter red and
amber western. Rye EOminally unchrnged. Oats
dull rnd declining to 49953c for new Ohio. Corn
lower and dull; s29s2c for mixed western. Pork
nOminally unchanged. Beef firm. Cut meats
nominal. Lard steady at 16e.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

THE new buildings of Russell & Co.,
across from our depot approach compile
ton. They are quite imposing. Mr.. w.
X Miller, of our city, a member of the
firm, has been giving it much of his atten-
ton
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

On and after Oct. l, 1870, we viii sell
goods for cash only. All persons knowing
themselvAs indebted TO the firm of Sayler
diate settlement. l3ml.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

BISMARCK" Magic" Cambria"
"Sappho," Dickens" "Ivanhoe," "Sun-
shine" iona" king William" France
hats just received at the popular hat store
of II. M. Baird & Co.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

]. DUNBAR, of Steubenville, and A. C.
Wales's meeting in our city last evening
was almost an entire failure, both in num-
Der and speeches.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Peter Stauffer and Mary ] Grise.
Milton CSterling and Jennie Atkinson
Q Bennington and Josephine Campbell.
Henry R Packer and Susan Roth
VIM H Heavier and Tura Poorman.
JOS A Wright and Hannah C Richard.
Lee L Mcclure and Frank Dunning.
Thos B Bender and Helen o Merrill.
"A UNION ofhearts, a union ofhands,
A union that none may sever;
A union Of lakes, n union of lands,
Our Fathers old Union forever"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

As per announcement last week, KEEP
hnger & Shane are now receiving their
FAN goods, the first in the city, and a
stock ~unequalled in every respect in this
market. Go and see them.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

Bear IN mind that the time for holding
our County Fair is near at hand, and the
farmers, mechanics and others should be-
gin to make their preparations. The man
ayers are doing their part to make it a
success. 1t begins on the 9th.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

ALL persons knowing themselves to be
indebted to the firm Of Sayler & Shana-
felt are requested to make Immediate set
Element l3ml.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

THE Glass blowers occupied Harter's
Hall three nights this week giving their
interesting and scientific lectures and ex-
periments.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

IRISH citizens Of New York held a rous,
ing meeting in Cooper Institute, to ex-
press sympathy with the French Repub-
lie. The Marsellaise was sung and speech
-es were made.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1870-09-14

ALL persons knowing themselves in
debted TO Kilt, Albert & Co., on book ac-
count, are requested to call and settle, as
we are determined to close our books.
KIT, ALBERT & Co.