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Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1871-12-07
A Court Mystery.

For some time past extensive altera-
tions have been going on In the drain
age OF Hampton Court Palace, for which
it has been necessary to take up the
pavement Of some Of the old courts. 49,
On Wednesday some Of the men en-
gagged in the work discovered two hui
man skeletons lying within a short dis
lance of the surface The bones which
are those of two male adults, are III
good preservation, considering it is es.
timated that they have been buried not
less than $50 or 200 years The part Of
the palace in which they have been
found, however, was rebuilt by Sir
Christopher Wren about the year 1890,
and had these bones been IN their pres
ent position at that time they must
have been disturbed in the progress of
the work. After the rebuilding of the
palace it was occupied by William III.
and Mary, who frequently made this
the residence Of their court Indeed,
it was, as is well known, at Hampton
Court that King William met with the
accident that caused his death IN 1902.
1t seems reasonable, therefore, to haz
ard the conjecture that the skeletons
date from about this period. That the
interment, whenever it took place, was
performed secretly and hastily is eyi-
dent from the position In which the
skeletons were found, as well as from
the fact of lime having been used to
hasten the decomposition OF the bodies.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1871-12-07

THE young ladies cooking match for
the SIS silver set, at the Columbus
(Ca. fair, commenced few days ago
There were a number ofentries. and the
young ladies were serving up some ex-
cellent eatables.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1871-12-07

BULwER is to .dramatize his Last
DAYS Of Pompeii
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
WEST RAvENNA.

Editor Democratic Press:-The householders
and families of this school district comprising
the RaoennG Flee Corners, perhaps better known
as Greer's or Black Horse Corners, have been
somewhat exercised for some time about the
proposed location of new school house to be
erected this season in the district, and the mat
ter of location was finally decided by the School
Board, May 25th, by its location at the Five
Corne rs on the N. W. road n. E, and directly
opposite to the old Grier tavern house, where it
is understood half acre of land is to be occu-
pied for house and play ground, and that Mr.
Robert Smith, a worthy mechanic of Ravenna,
has contracted to build the house on the plan
proposed by the Township School Board, for
nine hundred dollars, and to be completed for
early winter school. The summer school is kept
in the old school house. about q half mile N. W
of the Corners, by Miss Dewey, of Franklin,
who it is said, gives good satisfaction as teach
er HOUSEHOLD.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
WINDHAM.

CORRESPONDENCE
IMPRoyEMENTs.-Our town is making some
improvements this season. j. c. Ensign and
Son are building very commodious house on
their farm; d. NJ. Afford, e. L. Birehard and H.
D. Baldwin are getting materials together, ex-
pccting to build new houses this summer; j. E.
Snow has got the frame already up for his new
house, at the Center; s. f. Conant is now finish
ing his large house, which adds much to the ap-
pearance of the street. There are other minor
additions made to premises here and there
throughout town, all of which betokens good
degree of thrift comfort, and elegance.
How ABOUT WooL?-This much can be said :
Buyers are plenty, offering Soc per lb. How
is that for high " on first offers? In few years
the tables will be turned, and those who have
sold and disposed of their sheep, and stocked
their farms with cows, will again turn their at
tention to wool growing. Truly, this is world
of change.
FRIGHTENING UP.-The farmers faces begin to
brighten up, within twenty-four hours we
have had copious showers, which give a fresh
glad smile to mother EARTH
| DECORATION DAY.-Decoration day was duly
| observed on the 3Oth The exercises were brief
but passed OF well.
| RELIGIoUS.-Upon Sabbath last, the 4th inst.
| twelve candidates for admission into the NJ e
Church received the ordinance of baptism, ant
a somewhat unusual occurrence was observed
that of parents and children receiving the rit
of baptism upon the same day. OAR
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
MT. UNION.

CORRESPONDENCE
After a silence of nearly three months, will
endeavor to give you few items which may
possibly prove of some interest to the readers of
your valuable paper, but more especially to
those who may at some time have visited the Mt.
as students. But before proceeding further, it
may be well to say a word about the weather,
which has been unusually warm during the last
ten days. We have been blessed with two quite
respectable showers, however, one on Friday,
and the other on Saturday evening; yet notwith-
standing all this, there is still room for more, as
the whitening vegetation and empty cisterns
abundantly testify. AS regards our village, no
decided change in appearance has taken place,
either for better or worse.
Tomorrow is Decoration Day, and as far as I
have been able to learn, quite extensive prepa-
rations have been made for its observance, by
the people of Alliance and Mt. Union. By a
vote of the students the regular exercises of the
College are to be suspended, and all students so
desiring, allowed general excuse to attend
the ceremonies of the day.
four correspondent here gives account of
the fire at Alliance the night of the 22d ult.,
which we published last week. and therefore
omit FRED.
MAY 29th, 1871.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

ARREsTED.-On Saturday afternoon
officer Newberry, of Kent, brought to
the lookup two persons named Paddy
Carey and James Reddy, who were ar
rested at Y Youngstown OH a charge of
being concerned i'll breaking into the
store of Mr.. e. z. Ward, at Kent, on
the night of May 18th. Another party
named James B. Armstrong, was ar
rested at Garrettsville and confined i'll
the city prison at Kent, charged with
being connected with the same affair.
The examination of the parties accus-
ed took place before Justice Archer,
in Kent, on Tuesday afternoon, but at
the hour of going to press we are not
advised of the result.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
MANTUA.
FCoRREsPoNDExcE.l

iNOkELSfUcDENCE.l
In accordance with a programme which had
been previously announced. the citizens OF Man
tua assembled to observe the annual custom of
strewing flowers upon the graves of those pa
triotie boys who, at their country's call. volun-
teered to give their services and their lives, If
need be, in defense of our time-honored and
cherished institutions. All political animosities
were forgotten, and the feelings of affectionate
remembrance and respect were accorded to the
memories of the sleeping heroes who went from
among US, and have gone to their last repose.
At one O'Clock p n. a procession was formed
on the public square, under the direction of the
Marshal, j. Stitt. in the following order: 1st,
the National Flag, followed by the speakers of
the day, Rev. Mr. shartz. Rev o. Blake, and
Rev s. B. Terry; ID, the Aanfua Silver Cornet
Band, c. NJ. Seibel. Leader; Sd, tine Mantua Gen.
ter Choir, c. J. Morse. Cliorister; 4th, Committee
of Arrangements, E. ID. Carlton, j. N johnson,
FL. Cobb; 5th. Decorating Committee. IA ladies
dressed in white, viz: Sarah Mooney, Abbie
Carlton, Anna Kent, Celia Bidlake, Mary Blake,
Hattie Converse, Della Blair, Jennie Blair, Ad
die Blair, Nettie Blair, Ella Wilcox, Addie Farr,
Jennie Cole, Bessie Ridge; 9th. soldiers present;
and eth, citizens generally.
The procession then marched to the celnete-
ries, and while the Band were playing appropri-
ate music, composed for the occasion by Prof
Seibel, the Decorating Cmmittee proceeded to
lay their offerings of evergreens and flowers
upon the graves of Abel winchel, E. B. Bissell,
Baldwin Bentley. Geo. Sphinx, Edward Converse,
Charles Carlton and Martin Ray, and also hung
wreaths upon a cross which had been erected to
the memory of those who died and were buried
abroad viz: Manuel Leopard, who died near
Washington, D. c.; Allen Reagan, who died in
Andersonville prison, and Zina Jennings. who
was killed at the storming of Vicksburg.
After singing selected pieces by the choir, the
procession repaired to the Union Church, and
were entertained by the several speakers, to-
gether with vocal aud instrumental music. The
address of Rev. Mr.. Shartz was scholarly and
finished production, showing much historical
research. and closing with some beautiful and
appropriate lines in memory of the fallen, "Who
died for you and me.''
Mr.. VIM NJ. Folger read excellent poem,
suitable for the occasion. and Rev. o. Blake gave
some personal account of each one of OUR boys
in blue, who 'tsleep their last sleep,' Rev. Mr..
Torrey spoke feelingly of his own recollections
of life in camp and field, and of Sherman's
march to the sea, in which he participated with
his faithful and trusty musket.
The beautiful sentiment in the piece sung by
the choir, "Only Remembered by what have
Done" will not soon be forgotten.
Everything passed of in harmony and good
order, with nothing to mar the solemnity and
interest of the occasion. VERITAs.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
Nelson COnVGrSG'S Advertisements,

have no time OF space to relate long story,
nor do desire to quote prices for the purpose of
underselling my neighbors, but below quote a
few prices which shows goods must be bought
low in order to be sold low and pay living
profit and that is what all men must have to
succeed in business.
My Dress Goods Department.
Is well supplied with nearly all grades and pri-
ces, fully in time for the approaching warm
weather. Gros Grain and Japanese Silks, Gren-
adines, Organdas, Percales, Poplins, Alpacas
Striped and Plaid Mohairs, Serge Plaids, Cling
hams, &c. A full line of White Goods, cheap
Good Lawns at 1216c. A big stock white buff
and figured Piques, all prices. Good goods at
25c per yard.
Domestic Goods.
A full line. too numerous to mention Don't
fail to look at my 10c Prints. Splendid "A fine
bleached cotton at 121zc fine brown do. at 1Oc;
standard brown do. at 121Sc. Good Batting at
121zc per pound
Linen Goods.
A great variety good Table Damask at 4Oc per
yard. Good Linen Towels at 81 per doz, &C.
sc.
Gents Summer Wrappers.
Fine goods only 4Oc each.
Shawls.
A good assortment Paisley and all kinds very
cheap.
Hosiery.
so dozen Ladies' Hose at 1Oc and 121Sc A
good assortment of Childrens', Misses and
Gents.
Handsome white and colored Skirts, cheap
A good 25c Spring Hoop Skirt at SOC.
Lace Curtains,
A good assortment. good goods at 25c per
yard.
200 Yard Spool Thread
At &c per SPOOL Don't forget to call for it, it is
small matter, but the way to make money is to
save it when you can.
saxony, Cluny, valenciennes and real Gim-
pure Laces:
Notions, an Extensive Stock.
Good elastic Suspenders at2 per pair.
Carpet Warps and Carpet Yarn.
A good pile and good goods at 33c perlb.
Groceries.
complete stock at low prices. Good brown
Sugar at 10c. Shall ut all times keep fresh
stock of Teas at all prices Remember my best
Young Hyson is only $50 per lb.
A Large Stock
Boots and Shoes, Hats and Caps, Crockcry. Wall
Paper &c, SC. Bring along your Butter, Eggs,
Rags, SC, and get value received at all times
New Stock
Ladies' Collars and Cnfrs. very cheap and hand
some. A large stock Gents Paper Collars, ev-
cry box containing prize also, a chance to get
splendid Watch. Ladies. don't fail to look at
the 5Oc Hoop skirts, 25 springs, really worth 75c
A big stock Teas, all fresh and good. Shall re-
ceive this week, choice Young Hyson Tea at
| s., ,25. Como and try it.
Remember the Place,
No. 1, Etna Block, green 'front.' Headquarters
for Farmers and all the good people generally.
| N. CONVERSE.
May 1s, 1871.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
ADDRESS OF DIR. A. NJ. SHERMAN.

MIR. PRESIDENT AND GENTLEMEN:-Havingd dis
charged the duties you assigned me year ago, to
the best of my ability and trust to your satisfac-
tion, there remains another imposed by the By
Laws Of yolr Society. that must perform before /
can ask an honorable discharge,
confess a little embarrassmenta after listening to
the very interesting address replete with valua
bic thoughts. of my respected friend and prede
cessor, Dr. Waggoner, at our last annual meeting.
This occasion may be considered opportune for
suggestions and perhaps somewhat detailed ac-
of the transactions of Society for the past
year, might not be Inappropriate, nor uninterest-
ing; but desire to call your attention to those
more practical duties imposed upon US by the ma
ture of our profession. / will, however. congratu-
late you upon the fact that the past year has been
one OF eminent prosperity to our society. That at
no time has it given more evidence of vitality, and
promise for future usefulness than the present.
the duties assigned to members faithfully perform
ed and while criticisms upon opinions expressed
have been freely made. they have uniformly been
in kind and friendly spirit, evincing ardent de-
sire for knowledge that is SO eminently character
istic of the true physician.
The great object of this society Is mutual i'm
provement. Every effort should be made to ar
rive at facts, as they alone best fit for the
ponsible duties peataining to our profession.
The practical experience of every physician is
somewhat varied, and hence comparison of views,
tends not only promote inquiry, but must result
in substantial benefit TO all who participate in these
| meetings. Those who expressed misgiying at the
time of our organization have learned, with salts
faction. no doubt, that their want of confidence in
| success was mistaken judgment, and that with
untiring zeal, prudence, and faithful discharge o
duty, Medical Society can live.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
Hot-The weather.

Hottie weather.
In demand-Linen coats and straw hats
a good thing-Our street sprinkler
High-The mercury in the thermometer.
Flirting-Fans
At thand-The swimming season
Fashionable-Ice6-te
wilting-Paper collars and sieh
Approaehing-D -Dog-days.
Observation-Disclosures. especially among the
| RAIDS round here
Busy-The soda fountains and ice cream sa-
looms.
NonsensicaI-To tell a fellow to keep cool these
days.
A time for everything the time FOR
paying taxes.
Liyely-Trade wifhour merchants who adyer-
tise in the PRESS.
TEE finest rain storn of the season occurred
on Tuesday evening.
THE Republicans of this County choose dele
gates to their State Convention on Saturday
An exchange says, now is the best time to set
ont strawberries-on your tables. Dosh ish RIGHT
Set 'em out.
THE HamIin Bros Minstrel Show on Thursday
evening last, did not draw a large crowd. They
don't go much on printers ink.
JUSTICES are no longer required to obtain a
Federal license to authorize them to make deeds.
Indeedi
THE fine showers of Saturday were acceptable
and quite refreshing. They had a marked ten
dency to lengthen the grass, and shorten the
countenances of the people.
AMAN whom one can put up with-a good ho-
TV-- i s1-Ur
House, Cleveland. If he don't know how to run
a hotel, you needn't look further.
MIR. GEORGE LoWR1E says that he shearcd the
largest yearling eve lamb for Mr.. Isaac Phelps,
on Tuesday morning, that he has ever sheared.
1t is cross of Merino and Leicestershire. and
weighs IA pounds How high ish dot?
TIE Circus and Menagerie of sheldenburger
& Co. brought a large crowd to town on Monday.
and those who witnessed the show pronounce it
first-class. The performances of Prince D. jail
ma were wonderful
THE grand jury of Summit county has return
ed an Indictment against John H. Hunter for the
murder of Mrs. Elizabeth Gargett. The elder
Mr. Gargett is dead, and the young man is still
in precarious condition.
PORTAGE COUNTY was fully represented in the
Democratic State Convention, on the 1st inst
Those who attended were Christian Cackler
Clinton Young, Col. C. S. Cotter. r. N. Avery.
R. D. Kelley 5. D. Harris.
WE would call especial attention to the adver-
tisement of Sanford & Hunt, in to-day's PRESS
Should you want any thing in their line. you viii
find it to your advantage to give them a call. as
they are wide-awake, and fully competent to fill
all orders in a manner unexcelled-
LEG BRoKRN-on Monday evening while Mr..
VIM 9 Trihou was returninp from his work on
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
Teachers, Examinations.

The Board of School Examiners for. Portage
County, will hold meetings, for the Examina-
ton of applicants, in the Court House, until
further notice, commencing att O'Clock, A. M.
and close at p. M. as follows:
Saturday April 22d.
Saturday. April 29th.
Saturday, May 9th.
And on the last Saturday of each month there
after, until further notice.
Ravenna, April 13, 1871, 137-tf.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

THE Garrettsville Journal publishes
a lengthy review of General Bierce's
History of Nelson township by Cor
nelius Baldwin, Esq, in which he
points out some pretended errors in
the Generals narrative. We are re-
quested to copy Mr.. Baldwin's article,
but its length, and the crowded state
of our columns this week render it
impossible.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
sewing Machine Needles.

am prepared to furnish all numbers OF Nee
dies for the following Machines. My Needles
are from the best manufactures in Germany,
and are warranted to be perfect.
PRICE LIST.
Singer Howe, Weed, Davis, three for 25c, or
75c per dozen,
wheeler & Wilson, Florence, three for 25c. or
Sc per dozen.
wilcox s. Gibbs, 10c each. or 81, 10 per dozen.
All orders by mail must be accompanied by
the scrip. A. G. MASON,
aa-tE Ravenna, Ohio.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

GEN. JACKSON assured his country
men that " it is not in splendid
government, supported by powerful
monopolies and arlstocratical estab-
lishments, that the people will find
happiness, or their liberties protec-
ton; but in a plain system, void of
pomp, protecting all, and granting fa-
vors to none." When anybody now
dares utter such sentiments he is de-
nounced as disloyal.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
PORTAGE GO. MEDICAL SOCIETY
Fifth Annual Meeting at Ravenna,
June 1st 1871

Fifth Annual Meeting at Ravenna,
June 1st 1871.
The Society met according to adjournment
at the office of DIR. Leonard, the President,
DR.. Sherman in the chair. Members present:
Drs. Alcorn, Barron, Baldwin, Belding, Ew-
ing; Greenlee, Leonard, Proctor, Price, Sher-
man, Sawyer, Shively, Warrington and Wag-
goner.
Minutes of the last meeting read and ap-
proved:
The Committee on admission of new men,
3ers reported DR.. F. W. Coffin for member
ship whereupon he was duly elected.
Dr. Proctor presented DR.. Warren of Gar
retsvilIe for admission as a member. Refer
red to the Committee on admissions.
REPORTS.
Reports Of cases being called for DIR. Beld-
ing reported case of Exopthalmic Goitre;
DR.. Proctor case of hip disease; DIR. Sher-
man case of severe injury to the foot. These
cases elected some well timed remarks from
members.
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION.
DIR. Shively, delegate to the meeting of
the American Medical Association, held at
San Francisco, CAL, being called on gave
very entertaining and interesting history of
the doings of the association, also the charac-
ter of the profession in California together
with his visit to Salt Lake City and the inter
view he had with that Prince of Potentates,
Brigham Young.
The essayists being called for DR.. Sawyer
read very elaborate and interesting paper on
the use of the thermometer in diagnosing
disease.
DR.. Proctor asked to be excused, not having
his essay fully prepared.
FINANCES.
Reports from the Treasurer and Finance
Committee were accepted.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS.
The Society proceeded to the election of
officers Tor the ensuing year, which resulted as
follows:
THE NEW ADMINISTRATION.
President, DIR. Leonard; Vice President,
DIR. Baldwin, Secretary, Dr. Ewing; Treas
DR.. Leonard on taking the chair, congratu-
lated the Society on its success in the past and
| the great hope he had of its future usefulness.
vALEDIcToRY.
DR.. Sherman, the retiring President gave
| the customary annual address in his usual hap
py and forcible style, which was listened to
with marked attention. A copy of the address
was requested of DIR. Sherman, with the re-
quest that it be presented to the papers at
| Ravenna for publication.
STANDING COMMITTEES.
The President then announced the standing
committees for the year.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE.
| Drs. Waggoner, Belding and Sherman.
ETHICS.
Drs. Sawyer, E. W. Price and Alcorn.
ADMISSIONS.
Drs. Jos. Price, Proctor and Shively.
| FINANCE
Drs. Warrington, Pitman and Coffin.
| ESSAYIsTS FOR NEXT MEETING.
DIR. Proctor, subject Typhoid Fever; DIR.
Pitman, Subject Erysipelas.
| ADJOURNMENT.
Adjourned to meet the first Thursday, July
Sixth, at the Office of DIR. Leonard.
JOHN EWING, Secretary
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

i A FAcT.-An exchange makes the
following sensible remark: "You
cannot take up newspaper, but that
you see notice of some fellow who
is mot able to take his home paper,
receiving a box of saw dust at the ex-
pense of from fifty to two hundred
dollars. 1t is not the person who
takes the paper that bites at such a
bait; but the man who thinks so
much of the almighty dollar that he
can't afford to give the printer his
support" ~
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

THE Ladies of the M. e. Church gave
an Ice Cream, Strawberry and Bou-
quet Festival in Stein &c Bane's new
Store room on Tuesday evening. 1t
was very agreeable affair.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

MY DEAR" said husband to his
wife, "I'm going to start a coffee
plantation" "HowIl you get the
land ?" "Oh, there's no trouble about
that, always have plenty of coffee
grounds in my cup"
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

No steps have been taken towards
getting up celebration of the Fourth
of July in our village, though the time
is near at hand.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08

Ell. L. DAY, Esq, is still confined to
his house by sickness, but we are
pleased to learn that his health is grad
ually improving.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1871-06-08
LOCAL NOTICES.
Patriotic Party

Patriotic Party
At Shalersville Exchange, July 4, 1871. Music
Miller 6 Farr's Band, the best combination in
the county. Dancing will positively commence
at p. m. The Shalersville Exchange Dancing
Hall is the largest. coolest and finest in the
county. and has seen many merry people in the
last twenty years. All are invited
c. H. THOMPSON.
June g. 1871 145-3W*
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SECOND NATIONAL BANK,
Designated Depository of the
u. S.
OF RAvENNA, o.

C. s. Bonds and Securities bought, sold and
exchanged, at our counter. at best market rates
Stocks and Bonds, of all kinds bought and
sold on Commission, in New York, or any de-
sired market
Highest Market rate for $50 and 1910
Coupons, Gold, silver, and premium funds
sof all kinds
Drafts drawn and cashed on all the principal
Cities in the United States.
Sight Drafts on England and Ireland and
Passage Tickets to or from those Cities at
New York rates
Revenue stamps-an sizes for sale.
Accounts and Depotits of Business men and
individuals, received on most favorable terms
and prompt and liberal treatment guaranteed
Interest allowed on time deposits as may be
agreed upon.
VIII. BEEBE, Cashier.
GEO. ROBINSON, President
Sept. 3, 1858, H-