The Fremont weekly journal. [volume] (Fremont, Sandusky County, Ohio) 1867-1877, 1871-07-07
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many followers. Old women, with faltering
steps, young maidens, with futtering handker-
chiefs, aged men, in glasses, gay young men
with canes, and boys with measels, are always
on hand, giving the vicinity of the depot an
appearance that would indicate general emf
grafton. We do not understand the true
philosophy of this, unless it is that the people
of Clyde are so united in thought and pur-
pose, that what ever one does the rest must
initiate as a moral necessity. We did not care
to look at the depot, so we elbowed our way
through the crowd, thinking it would be
propitious time to look about the premises,
while the folks were away.
We had not proceeded far, however, before
brother White Of the Independent, like vigi-
lent watchman on the outer wall, laid a friend
ly hand upon our shoulder and "smole"
kindly smile, as he proffered his undivided
services as conductor extraordinary, to show
us the magnificent transformations which are
being wrought by the ingenious industry of the
place. Now Clyde has not risen, Ph9nix-ike
from the ashes of a general confagration. 1t
has never passed through the ordeal of ofrecover-
ing from sweeping pestilence or famine, that
it boasts of unrivalled growth, but reoices in
bringing all the tributaries of its home and its
surrounding resources to swell the tide of its
prosperity. 1t is fact Of history, that the
residents OF Clyde never were guilty of inor-
dinate modesty to a degree that hid from their
sight any evidences of their improvements,
or that prevented them from alluding to these
il the hearing OF foreigners. This pride in
the public condition, is by no means to be con-
demned. It is this that surrounds homes with
neatness and adornment 1t ornaments
streets with shade trees, keeps sidewalks in
good repair, and throws about everything prf-
vate aud public an appearance ofneatness and
taste; and while Clyde is developing evidences
of continued growth, yet to the stranger with
in her gates, brother Whites vivid imagina-
ton and hopeful description are invaluable as
illuminators. In his company we prefaced
our tour of investigation, by visit to the
sanctum of the Independent, which though
young in years, manifests, we are glad to
know, none of those symptoms of infant weak
ness which are signs OF doubtful duration, but
is supplying deeply felt need in that vicinity
"a good local paper
The public ear is turned toward the future,
to catch every note in the chorus of revolving
machinery, for this, like every prosperous
place, counts its manufactures as so many
sources of wealth. They protest against the
possibility of being shaded by neighboring
foliage, prefering rather to bask in the sun
light of their own prosperity, and should their
Jealousy be excited beyond endurance, they
may attempt the whale feat of swallowing the
small Jonahs that drift in their waters.
Miles & Hunter are building brick Touring
mill near the railroad, which is now nearly
completed, and will be in operation soon.
Hunter & Co. are doing an extensive business
in the manufacture Of pruning shears, which
find ready market among farmer and fruit
growers.
Yeaman 6 Chapman, proprietors of the
Clyde Mills, seem to be doing prosperous
trade in the Touring business They have al
SO foundery and machine shop in connection
with the mill, which is in successful operation.
Dirlam & Dewey are constantly burning
brick at their yard. With the improved facil-
tiles for drying by means of fiues which they
use, they are enabled to manufacture supe-
rior quality of brick, which are in great de-
mand.
The public school building is substantial
brick ediice, presenting neat appearance,
and convenient and pleasant in its interior ar
rangement. The closing exercises of the last
term occurred about week ago, so that our
visit was too late to witness the progress of
the schools, which, for the past year, have been
under the superintendent of Mr.. F. W. CHM,
who was formerly connected with the high
school in this city. We are glad to learn that
the schools have enjoyed unprecedented pros
perity under his efficient management, and
the board of education have expressed their
appreciation of his services by retaining him
for another year at an advanced salary The
school has recently been supplied with a fine
piano by the pupils of the district, who are to
pay for it from the proceeds of concerts and
literary entertainments, given at intervals by
members of the school. The building is capa-
Bile of aecomodationg about 600 pupils, and
the school numbers about 500 Following the
ratio of increase, in this place of wondrous
multiplicities, it is easy to calculate that the
number of literary aspirants will soon be too
numerous for the capacity of the building.
Our genial friends, Wales & Reed, are busy
distributing the necessaries of life, of which
they keep a full stock.
The Vedette is to continue its varigated ex-
perience under the management OF new firm.
H. w. Sweetland has retired, and is succeeded
by DIR. Luce. It's future position as related to
political questions, is a matter now under con-
sideration by the editors.
A prevailing aversion to exciting oceurren-
ces exists in Clyde, and startling events are
usually smothered by excessive caution. This
is doubles owing to the religious inclination |
of its professional men, and the profound re-
spect which its men of leisure entertain for |
undisturbed quiet. Sensational philosophy is
a favorite science, and generally indulged in |
Just at the present time, every one is indus |
triously employed developing some new fea-
ture in his department.
Lennon has temporarily suspended the
practice of law, to engage as biographer of
French, from the time he retired from the
ministry to the date of his moonlight excur-
sion across the country, in PERCEPTIONS flight |
from highwaymen.
1t is reported that Tom Granger is preparing |
for the missionary work. There is, however,
bear possibility that the rumor is unfounded.
French is trying to dramatize Whites ain
gin" story, but is delayed on account of the
fate of twelve that escaped.
n former dry goods merchant has retired
from active business, and turned his attention
to writing poetry. His effusion on "Spring"
will undoubtedly debar the community
from any fnrther visits of taht delightful sea-
son.
The temperance work seems to be progress
ing. The Good Templars are adding to their
numbers and strength, and are exerting a good
influence in behalf of the cause. A division Of
sons of Temperance has been organized, but
is, as yet, only an experiment. It was un-
fortunate in placing too implicit confidence in
Dice, but made an unlpcky throw, and lost
about twelve dollars at the game. They will
probably be more cautious in selecting another
Treasurer.
Clyde is the home OF two of the most illus
triOus dead beats now living. Their ability to
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