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Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
The Dot Game.

A correspondent of the Hearth and
Home describes the following simple
amusement, which will train attention
as well as afford amusement:
Each player must be provided with
pencil and paper, or slate and pencil.
Let one of the party read aloud-dis-
tinctly and not very fast, and as he or
she reads, let the rest each make dot
for every word read. "Easy enough to
do that's it? Try. Probably at the
first trial not one of the party of ten
boys or girls will succeed in following
a moderate reader accurately, even for a
single page. When the page is read,
count the words, and then let each play
er count his dots, and see who has been
accurately sup to time"
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Clearing the Way.

We heard of good joke the other day,
gotten off by traveller, who entered a
tavern in one of our country towns. The
day.was very cold, and the old fashioned
fireplace was so surrounded by loafers,
that the traveller could not get near the
fire, and none of them made any sign of
giving him room. He went out and
purchased a small handful of powder,
and at the same time tied up bundle of
paper which looked as though it con-
tanned a pound of powder, and with it,
went back into the tavern. He threw
the handful into the fire, which caused a
ripple in the circle. One of the fellows
turned round and said, "You had better
throw the whole paper into the fire"
swell, if you say so, will,'' replied the
traveller, as he pitched the paper over
their heads into the burning Goals. The
seats were vacated Immediately, when
the stranger sat down and quietly en-
joyed the joke.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Chicago, Rock Island g. Pacific r, r,

For the benefit of our many readers,
and all who may contemplate trip to
the far west, we this week insert in our
columns the timetable of the Chicago,
Rock Island & Pacific Railroad, giving
only, however, the principal stations,
connections with other lines, &C., &c.
This road is thoroughly equipped with
elegant new day coaches and palace
sleeping cars, with all the modern lux
uries combined, especially for fast
through express trains between Chicago
and Omaha, being the only route making
sure connections with the Union Pacific
Railroad. We speak from personal
knowledge when we say that the accom-
modations on this road in every respect
are first class. We advise all to pur-
chase tickets to Omaha or California by
this route, and it will be to your advan-
tage to call on A. NJ. Smith, General
Passenger Agent, who is ever accom-
modating and will give all information
desired. This road makes close connec-
tions with the Pittsburgh, Ft. Wayne &
Chicago Railroad. For further partic.
ulars see timetable.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Question for Solution.

A man died, leaving to his three sons,
seventeen horses which were to be
divided as follows: The Oldest was to
receive one half, the second one third,
and the youngest one ninth of the whole
number. Not being able of themselves
to divide them, they called in third
party, who settled the matter by divid-
ing the seventeen horses between the
three brothers, giving each one more
than his share. How did he do it?
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
F0r the REPCBL1
COMMUNICATION.
ORRYILLE. O.. Jan. .2nd, ]

EDITORS REPUBLICAN: Since my last
there has been several changes in our
business firms. George S. Kilgore, drug
gist, becoming financially embarrassed
concluded to make an assignment for
the benefit of his creditors. The an
nouncement of his determination was
received with surprise as no one had an
ticipated such movement. The iabil-
titles are not very heavy and the assets
are sufficient to meet all demands. Drs.
Miller and Hugus have since purchased
the stock of drugs from the assignee,
and are now conducting the store.
Mr.. B. W. Shelton, wishing to retire
from the grocery trade, sold his stock of
goods off at cost, and has since disposed
of his building to James B. Taylor and
DR.. A. c. Miller, who intend having the
same remodeled and improved with two
good business rooms on the first floor.
During the past week Mr.. II. Shriber
sold his store building to Messrs. Ey-
man and Hursh, who intend going into
the hardware trade next spring. Mr.
Shriber will remove the post office and
his stock of goods to some other build
ing.
Christmas was quiet day with us.
Each one celebrated the occasion in a
perfectly Independent manner, accord
ing to his or her own fancy.
As holiday festivity the ladies OF the
Presbyterian church took possession of
the basement of their new church, and
supplied all who wished to partake
thereof, with good dinner or supper,
at a reasonable price, on Friday and
Saturday last. The affair was quite
successful.
The Order of United American Me-
chanics will have an oyster supper at
their hall this evening.
The sportsmen had a lively time last
week. The swamp east of the village is
literally alive with rabbits. a party Of
five or six men were out few hours
and brought in thirty-six long-eared
fellows. Two of the hunters shot nine
teen of the thirty-six. There has been
not less than two hundred of these little
animals brought in during the week
and not very good week for rabbits
either.
The year 1870 was not an unfavorable
one to our village. We have no fires OF
any consequence, no disaster of any
kind, and very few deaths to record. Or
the other hand many new buildings
have been erected; marriages have been
frequent! and a prosperous time gener.
ally. A weekly paper and printing of
! flee has been established during the year
and splendid school building opened
for the use of the public schools. Or
the whole we have much to be Thankful
for, and little cause for complaint. May
the incoming year have in store for III
all still greater success is the wish of
Yours, &c.
WAYNE.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Present to Mr.. Milholland.

On last Saturday, several members of
Mr.. Milholland's congregation proposed
the idea of making their pastor New
Years present. They started out i'm
mediately in order to give all chance
to contribute, but owing to the short
ness of the time, they were unable to
see great many of the congregation,
who would have enjoyed an opportunity
of giving to that object. At the regu-
lar hour for Choir Meeting, quite num-
Der met in the church, when Mr.. Lari-
mer and Mr.. Frey were requested to in
vite Mr.. Milholland to the church. The
Choir then sang beautiful anthem, af-
ter which Robert Justice, Esq, made a
nice little speech and presented Mr.. Mil
holland with fine pocket-book contain
ing $50. Mr.. Milholland responded in a
few appropriate remarks. The majority
of those present then retired and the choir
went on with its usual rehearsal.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Neck Tie Parties.

The first Neck Tie Party of the sea-
son was inaugurated in Town Hall. on
last Thursday evening. About twenty
of our young people were present, and
the evening was spent in very pleas
ant manner. The ladies had prepared
rich table during the afternoon and
former part of the evening. The draw
ing of the ties was attended with great
deal of fun and expectancy, every one
anxious to know whom he was to draw.
Good music enlivened the occasion, and
the evening passed off rapidly and pleas
antly.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Coshocton AGENCY.

We will pay premium to the Trus-
tees of any township in Holmes county
of full set of Iron Road Scrapers, to
be used on the public roads in their
townships, which sends us the largest
number of orders for Reapers and
Mowers during the season of 1871.
Scrapers to be delivered at Millersburg
free of charge. Our agent, J. S. Elliott,
having had twelve years experience in
examining and dealing in Reapers and
Mowers, and having attended the Uni
ted States Exposition of Machines for
the sole purpose of selecting the best
and most practical machines in the mar
ket. We flatter ourselves that we are
prepared to furnish the very best ma
chimes at the lowest price and on the
the best terms. How many townships
will compete for the premium. Let US
hear from you, gentlemen.
j. S. ELLIOTT & SoN,
1906 Main street, Coshocton, 0.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Selling Off.

There's nothing like an auction; just
set your time, get out your bills, ring
the bell, and the crowd will come. Buy
ers with money in their pockets, ready
to give more for an article than you
would have the conscience to ask them
at private sale. And they will thank
you besides, and take pains to tell their
neighbors and every acquaintance they
meet, how wonderful cheap they bought,
etc. For quick sale, there's nothing
like an old furniture auction, old bed
steads, old chairs, jugs, crooks, rolling
pins, worn out tins, cracked looking
glasses, and in short, anything which
ever had the resemblance of belonging
to the institution of domestic industry
all 20 off like hot cakes-nothing comes
amiss.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
A Good Brick.yard.

We have OF late heard different parties
speak of the necessity of good brick
yard in this place. We are of the same
opinion, and hope that some proper par
ties will take this matter under consid-
Grafton. There is no doubt, but that
there would be great deal more build
ing done did we have good brick-yard
near town, that would furnish brick at
reasonable rates. Now is the proper
time to consider this matter.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Rather Cool,

The Alliance Democrat calls "atten-
ton to one fact" in relation to the losses
by Nixon & Co., and that is, they "are
sustained by parties and banks in neigh
boring towns and cities, where the
money was borrowed for the use of this
firm, consequently our business houses
have lost but trifle, and so far as this
failure is concerned, we are as sound as
dollar.
We learn the denizens of Salem furn-
ished $4,000, and Canton about the same
to this Alliance concern. We advise
moneyed men to invest their funds
4r rer home, and be satisfied with rea-
sonable per cent.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
A Girl Burned TO Death.

Caroline Jordan, domestic, employed
in the family of DR.. B. W. Humphrey
OF Mt. Vernon, was on Sabbath evening
last, engaged in filling a kerosene lamp.
She brought the can of oil into contact
with the burning wick OF the lamp,
causing an instantaneous explosion, by
which the poor girl was literally burned
to a crisp. Pieces of roasted flesh
dropped from her bones, as she was
moved from the floor to the bed. Her
screams were heart-rending, and she
implored the doctor to put an end to
her suffering. She died in the most in
tense agony on Monday morning.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Christmas Tree.

On Wednesday evening of last week
the Disciple church Of Millersburg had
a Christmas tree, for their Sunday
school, which gave great satisfaction to
all concerned. The original intention
was to keep the doors closed until half
past six, but by six the church was
densely crowded. The tree itself was a
beautiful sight, and was loaded with
many valuable presents. Besides Mr..
Sharpe's address, some excellent music
was rendered. One of the pieces was
especially worthy of notice-we refer to
Farewell Old Year" The organ Mr..
Manwarren kindly offered was of great
assistance. After the benediction. the
crowd dispersed. A.B.C
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Gather I'D the Moments.

Every moment is a golden opportu-
nifty and if We only regularly, habitually,
gather these moments, in process OF
time we shall have accomplished a work
as great as those who were favored with
clear months and years in which to
work. Southey has proved this by cal
culating that in fifty years one may
read and speak seven languages, by the
devotion of only ten minutes each day
to their requirement. Thus Franklin,
while working as printers boy, laid
the foundations of his wondrous knowl-
edge; and Elihu Burrit is living testi-
mony to the great thinge that may be
done by the use of the moments-the
constantly recurring small opportuni-
ties.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05

At twelve o'clock on the night of the
last day of the week, the last day of
the month, the last day of the year, the
old year died. "'Tis midnight's holy
hour, and silence now is brooding, like
a gentle SPIRIT DER the still and pulse
less world. But bark! On the wind,
the bells deep tones are swelling. 'Tis
the knell of the departed year."
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
The Singers Sewing Machine Patent.

One Of the Singer Sewing Machine
patents expires next Friday, and the re-
fusal to extend it is officially announced
to-day. The Commissioner of Patents
states, however, that the refusal does not
throw the right to make the Singer
sewing machine: open to the public, as
there are number of other patent )
having several years yet to run, which
protect the Singer Manufacturing Com
pany in the exclusive right to manufac-
ture their machines. Several of the ex-
isting patents do not expire until 1877,
and one of them, the Commissioner
states, covers substantially the same
points as the one that expires next FRI
day.-From the Ne,U York Times Of No
renlber Sd.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
ELECTION NOTICE.

The annual Election of the Holmes
County Agricultural Society, will be
held at the Court House in Millersburg,
On Saturday, January l4th, 1871,
at which time the following officers are
TO be chosen: President, Vice President,
Secretary, Treasurer and four Managers.
The terms of officers expiring in the
Board of Managers, at said election are,
Peter Painter, c, S. Uhl, Elias Mast and
Isaac Harpster.
BY the terms of the constitution of
said Society, none can vote at said cleo
ton unless they have paid the annual
fee of one dollar for the year 1870.
G. +. NEWTON,
President.
Jan. Qd. '7l--20y2
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Lecture nv Pref. LETTERS,

Prof. Jeffers, of the Wooster Univer-
sity, will deliver lecture in Town Hall,
next Tuesday evening, on "Observaticns
in Greece" Prof. Jeffers Travelled
through Greece, visiting Athens and
other places of interest, during the past
spring and summer. We hope the Pro-
fessor may have full house. Let every
one be there. Admission 25 cents.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Howe Sewing Machine.

The preference for the genuine Howe
Sewing Machine is such that the agents,
Messrs. Menuez & Rood, receive fire.
quent applications for exchange from
those who have been betrayed into tho
purchase of Machines of other manu-
tacturers; in such cases these machines
have been in use but a few weeks. 1t is
the safest and cheapest plan, when pur-
chasing machine, to purchase Howe
and no other. The economy of this
course is made fully apparent in the
course of few years of usage. 17ao2
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
The Howe Sewing Machine.

We should judge from the number
manufactured and sold a week, in the
United States, that this machine was the
most reliable for all kinds of sewing now
in, use. Twenty-four hundred week
are sent out to the public. Notwith-
standing this large number the demand
for them is such, that the company have
been compelled to enlarge their Factory,
and when completed will turn out 800
machines per day. l7tf.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Wife Beating,

One day last week Charles Martin was
brought before Robert Justice, Esq, on
States warrant, for beating his wife
and family. Upon examination he was
found guilty. Bound over to keep the
peace, and for want of the requisite bail
was handed over to Sheriff McCombs,
and is now in iail.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05

We understand that the Universi-
ty of Wooster received, recently, from
Ritchie, of Boston, a valuable addition
to its apparatus. Among the articles is
an Atwood machine of the best form
and finish; very powerful Magnetic
Electric Machine; and other articles for
the department of Pneumatics, Chem
istry, &c. The University is steadily
furnishing every thing needed as means
of instruction. All the apparatus is OF
the best quality and no other will be
purchased.-W Wooster Republican.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
MAR RACES,

MARRIED-At the residence of the Brides
mother, In the town of aiillersburg, Decent er
29th, 1879, by Robert Justice, Esq, Mr.. WILL
LIAM IL. SCARF and Miss LAURA NJ. sKEL-
LI.
AT the residence OF Ed. W. J. Sharpe, in
Millersburg, o., December 10th, 1870, by the
Elder, Mr.. DAVID Z. WOLGAMOT and Miss
KATE L. MILLER, all Of Holmes county.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
New Year.

New arrangements at A. Shrimplin's
cash Boot and Shoe store. / have
adopted the cash system and will sell
goods cheaper for ready pay only, than
can be bought elsewhere, and which give
better satisfaction. Ny Motto is, cheap
for cash. / hope 10 share continuance
of your very liberal patronage. And as
/ can sell you goods cheaper by SO doing,
then come along and buy your goods
cheap, for cash. All goods marked
1loson. A. SHRIMPLIN.
onff
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
READY-MADE CLOTHING !

For Men, Boys and Children, comprised in part
of Over Goats, Skating Coats, Frock Coats, Sack
Coats, Business Suits, Pants and Vests, every
grade and style, Hats and Caps, Cndershirts
and Drawers, White and Fancy Shirts, best
makes, Cashmere shirts, Knit Jackets, Gloves,
Fur aud Sealskin Gloves, Fur Collars, Half
Hose, Handkerchiefs, Neck Ties and Bows, lat
est styles, Paper Collars. Bosoms and Guns,
suspenders, Comforts, Ladies'and Gents Trunks
new style, Ladies' and Gents Satchels and Tray
cling Bags; Rubber Cloth Goats, new style,
with capes, Rubber Coats, Legglnas Caps and
Umbrellas. Also our Large and extensive as
sortment Of best makes OF Cloths, NIL shades,
Beaver Cloths, Fur Cloths, Chirchillas, adapted
for our coats and Ladies sacks. Scotch and Di-
agonal Suitings and Coatings. Best make black
Doeskins, Fancy Doeskins, Fancy Cassimeres,
vestings, Tweeds, Jesns, ETC., embracing the
best and latest style, which We will sell by the
yard, Gu. and trim, or make to order In the
bot manner. We mean business, no misrep-
ressntation, fully determined, and will close
ont our large stock at great bargains, to make
room for our spring purchases,
Please rcmember the place, y doors east of J.
Zimmerman's Drug Store, Wooster. stf
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05

Heary Muslin 10 cents per yard at
Mayors. 1877
BE sure to read our large adver-
tisement in this weeks paper 1t will pay
you. WHITAKER & CHILDs.
Great Reduction in the prices of Fsrs
at Nayers'. 1sQ
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
CAJJTION.

A Ilearn there is Promosory Note in cir.
N culation purporting to be signed by me and
calling for $500 in four month from date, and
payable to Henry Collance-or some such name
thereby caution all persons against purchas-
ing said note, as never gave such q note, and
II such is in existence 1t was fraudulently OBJ
tained and shall neyerpay 1t.
Dec. Ss,-lpwa BENJAMIN WEAVER.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
House and Lot for Sale at q Bargain

A new frame dwelling with four
rooms, out kitchen, lot well improved,
with all necessary conveniences, 10
Gated in the north east part of Wooster,
can be bought on good terms. For par
ticulars, call at this Office or address, II.
G. White, Millersburg, o.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
SchnOrr Sells
Candy Toys

And Canned Fruits.
.5eda Crackers 10 cts. per lb.
Butter Crackers 10 cts. per lb.
Oyster Crackers at 10 cts. per lb.
Pure Stick Candy 20 cts. per lb.
New Layer Raisins % cts. per Id.
Cranberries at Is cents per quart.
New Seedless Raisins 20 cts. per ID.
No. Carbon Oil at 80 cents per gal.
Maltby's H. & N. Oysters 81 per can.
English Currants, Fresh Lemons, Nuts.
Fine Candies, all kinds, 25 to 40 cts. ID
And groceries Of all kinds sold at the
very 1o,sest prices. l8tf
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
DR.. Ingraham's Macedonian Oil.

To such of our readers as are suffer-
ing from acute diseases of any kind, we
feel safe in recommending this article as
an unfailing remedy. We refer, partic-
ularly, to deafness, sore throats, Group,
diptheria, bronchitis, earache, burns,
bruises or rheumatism. Read the adver-
tisement in another column. 19tf.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
c., r. !. & P. Railway.

Nos. and daily except Sunday; Nos. and
daily except Saturday.
s Breakfast. Dinner. ! Supper.
Distance 493 miles. Trains are run by Chi
cago time
connects at Council Bluffs and Omaha with
Missouri River Steamers for Benton and all
Upper Missouri River Trading Posts and I'm
ion Pacific Railroad.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
Great Bargains at J. Mulyane,s.

1 will close out my stock of mems and
boys Hats at cost-consisting of
Ten doz. Children's Fancy Hats.
Ten Boys Hats.
Fifteen doz. Mems Fur and Wove
Hats. 1913.
Holmes County Republican. [volume] (Millersburg, Holmes Co., O. [Ohio]) 1870-1895, 1871-01-05
S. VI. PETTINGILL d Co..
Con;as of tbe RenuhIican.
The Old Year.

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