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The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
TAE fouRrH OF july.

The Fourth of July was celebrated
in Tioncsta in n manner very becom-
ing to the desccndcnts of the authors
of American Independence. The old
cannon was unearthed, and Thos. Van
Gieseu's anvils brought into requisi-
ton and such a noise kept up during
intervals of the day and evening as
must have made John Hancock's
bones rattle with satisfaction. The
programme was carried out with the
exception of the wheelbarrow race,
which was undoubtedly overlooked
owing to the enthusiasm superinduced
by the reverberations of the aforesaid
cannon aud anvils. The oratiors we're
pronounced able efforts by those who
heard them. The fantasies" although
few in numbers we're powerful in ac-
tions. A more laughable display has
not taken place in Tionesta since the
Cornplanter tribe held high carnival
here. The rain intorfered somewhat
with the programme, but dampened
not the order of the celebrators, nor
wet the powder of the cannoneers. All
went home at the close Of the exercises
fully. convinced that the Fourth of
July was good institution, perfect
ly satisfied that they lived in "the
land of the free and home of the
brave"
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE
CONSTITUTION OF PENNSYLVA.
MA.

Joint resolution proposing an amendment
to the Constitution of Pennsylvania.
Be 10 enacted by He Senate and House nf
Representatives Of the Commonwealth Of
Pennsylvania i1 General ASSenlbIy met.
That the following amendment of the Con-
sfitution Of this Commonwealth be pro-
posed to the people for thheir adoption or
rejection, pursuant to the provisions of The
tenth article thereof, to-wit;
AMENDMENT:
Strike out the sixth section of the sixth
article OF the Constitution, aud insert in
lieu theleofth following; "A State Treas
urer shall be chosen by the qualified cleo
tors of the State, at such times and for such
term Of service as shall be prescribed by
law"
WILLIAM ELLIOTT
Speaker Of the House of Representatives
JAMES 5, RUTAN,
Speaker of the Senate.
APPRoVED-The twenty-second day of
March, Ammo Domini one thousand eight
hundred and seVenty-two.
JOHN w, GEARY.
Prepared and certificated for publication
pursuant to the Tenth Article of the Con-
sttution. FRANCIS JORDAN,
Secretary Of the Commonwealth.
ONCE Secretary Of the Commonwealth,
Harrisburg, June Goth, 1872.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
HOW TO GO WEST.

This is an enquiry which every one
should have truthfuliy answered before
he starts on his journey, and little
care taken in examination of Routes
will in many cases save much trouble,
time and money.
The sc. B. g. @. RR.," running from
Chicago, through Galesburg to Bur
lington, and the 81. B. g. w. Route"
running from indianapolis, through
Bloomington to Burlington, have
achieved a splendid reputation in the
last two years as tho leading Passen.
ger Routes to the West. At Burling-
ton they connect with the b. g. NJ. r.
K. and form the great Burlington
Route, which runs direct through
Southern Iowa to Nebraska and Kan
sas, with close connections to Califor-
mia and the Territories; and passen-
gers starting from Nonesta, on their
way westward, cannot do better than
to take the Burlington Route.
This Line has published pamphlet
called "How to go West" which con.
tains much valuable information a
large correct map of the Great West,
which can be obtained free of charge
by addressing the General Passenger
Agent b. d. NJ. r. r., Burlington,
Iowa.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
Notice to Lumbermen.

All those interested in the manufac-
turing aud running of lumber, will
please meet at the Court House, on
July 20th, 1872, at 1 o'clock, p. M,
to take into consideration the proprie-
ty of improving Pithole Ripple, and
scraping channel through the Bar,
opposite the Islands below the mouth
of Tionesta Creek. Come all, and do
not forget your wallets, for without
them, we can do nothing.
ID. HARRINGTON.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

Closing out sale of summer Dress
GooGs at a great reduction. We offer
a large stock of Summer Dress Goods,
consisting of White Goods, Percales,
Lawns, French Ginghams, &C., &C., at
cost. Those wishing to purchase any
goods in this line will do well to take
advantage of our very liberal offer A
good investment to purchase these
goods for next year. Call early while
the stock is full and fresh.
Also, full line of silks at greatly
reduced prices.
SUPERIOR LUMBER co. STORE.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

BOROUGH OFFICERS.

. Burqcss--J. WINANs
Counciimen-T j. Van Gieson, Miles w.
Tate, u. w. Clark, p. o. Conver, w. p.
Merciliott, l.. l.. IIackett
Justices Of the Pcdce-W. =. Mercilliott,
II. S. Knox.
C0nstdblc--J. N. Toitsworth.
School Directors-J. Winans, J. A. Dale,
J. A. Proper, Jacob Shrivor, NJ. w. Tate,
S. ID. Irwin.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

by our liberal offer to the public
through the columns of tho FOREST RE
PUBLICAN, we have had very lively trade
in books for week. We will continue
ouroffer three weeks only;persons disiring
to avail themselves of this opportunity to
furnish their Libraries with select reading
at lower prices than they will have soon
again, should call Immediately.
"A first class suit Of clothes made to or
der, fit guaranteed, good assortment of
Cassimeres, Cloths and Trimmings, always
on hand, at the Superior Lumber Co.
Store.
"A large assortment of the latest novel;
ties in Mems, Ladies' and Children's boots
and shoes, at the Superior Lumber Co.
Store.
Ready made clothing and Gents fur
nisl1ing goods for everybody at bottom
prices, at the Superior Lumber Co. Store. s
The Singer, the universal family and
tailoring machine, with all its parts and
fixtures for sale at the Superior Lumber
Co. Store.
Purchasers always keep in mind We
have less expense and therefore can sell
goods for less profit than any other store
intown. SUPERIOR LUMBER Co. STORE. 8
"A large assortment of Miscellaneous
Literature for sale at cost to reduce the
stock. Also large assortment of School
Books kept constantly on hand at the Su-
perior Lumber Co. Store. s
-Cottonades; Jeans, Flannels, Linen
Goods, Tickings, Table Linens, Ladies
Dress Goods, brown and bleeched Sheet
ings and Shirtings, Hoop Skirts, and all
kinds of goods usually kepti in a country
dry goods store, at the lowest prices, at
the Superior Lumber Co. Store. 8
New goods New goods Just arrived,
full assortment of spring and summer
goods, at the Superior Lumber Co. Store.
Table and pocket cutlery, always a large
stock on hands and for sale cheap at the
Superior Lumber Co. Store. 8
"A first class quality Of Carpet Yarn
always on hand at Superior Lumber Co
Store.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
Appraisers List.

Notice is hereby given that the following
named persons are appraised as vendors
of merchandise, within the County of
Forest for the year 1872, end classified as
follows:
Harmony I0,CRShiD.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
Estate NOt2ce.

ESTATE OF CONRAD LEDABUR, late
II Of Hickory Township, Forest County,
deceased. All persons indebted 10 said es-
tate are requested 10 make immediate pay
ment. And those haYing leLal claims
against the same, will present them with
out delay in proper order for settlement to
ID. $. KNOX, ,,-....,...
JOSIAH WiNANs, Executors
43-Gt
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

On one or two occasions recently,
we have spoken of developments in
oil going on up Hunters Run about
three miles, on land adjoining that of
AFRO Copeland, Well, the develop
ments have reached elimination
in the shape Of 20.barrel we'll. 1t
is said that it will be torpedoed, when
it is expected that large we'll will be
the result. Parties owning land in
that vicinity are looking tickled and
we have now a prospect Of a large oil
excitement in the immediate vicinity
of Tionesta. More wells will at once
be put down. Leases are being let
rapidly. We have long predicted
that some lucky party would eventual
ly make his everlasting fortune in oil
about Tionesta, and here we see the
first fruits of that prediction. We
hope, from the bottom lifts on the
heels of our boots that this may be
the very best district that has ever
been discovered in America. We
will keep our readers carefully posted
in the developments of this region.
Mr.. Kepler, who is building in town is
the principal owner of the new we'll.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
DIED.

BRANDON.-On the Sth inst, at o. clock
of inflammatory rheumatism, Mrs. j. G.
Brandon, of Clarington, Forest county,
Pa.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

-Tionesta has been having a gay
season ever since the anniversary of
the Declaration of Independence.
Parties have been given by many of
citizens, and all, we believe were en-
joyed immensely. On Friday even
ing, 9th inst, tea party was given at
Judge Dale's. On Monday evening
following a party gathered at NJ. w.
Tate's. On Tuesday evening they con-
gregated at the residence of S. j. VOL
colt; Wednesday evening a cotillion
party was contemplated at the Bowery,
but on account of the rain and absence
Of sufficient shelter at the SAID Bowery,
the party was given up. On Thurs
day evening large party gathered at
Sheriff Davis mansion, and the hall
over the bastile was converted into a
ballroom and the festivities continued
until a late hour. And now this ever
ing, if the weather permits,is to be put
in trying TO wear out the platform at
the Bowery. We would that Tionesta
could have these seasons spread out
over more time, and so give the gay
jewellers more time to recuperate /;
but SO it has been ever since we have
been acquainted with the place; near
ly all decide on about the same time
for festivities, and then for an irdefi-
mite season young society lies dormant
waiting for some one else to start the
ball. When We get at it, however,
there amt a place this side of Paris
where people enjoy themselves more.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

FoR SALE.--To close an estate, two
tracts of land of about 2000 acres,
situated on Millstoue Creek, Forest
County. Heavily timbered, mainly
hemlock, valuable for the bark, and
supposed by good judges to be good
oil territory. Map with particulars at
this Office.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

AILsRoNNgR 10. i,
A RE CLOSING out their fall and winter
n stock of goods at greatly reduced
prices to make room for
STOCK.
Now is The time TO get goods Of all kinds,
Jewelrv Boxes,
Working Boxes,
Handkerchief Boxes,
Musical Albums,
EmbrOiderics,
Lace Goods,
Hcmmcd and
Stitched lluulcrchcis,
Lace landkcrchels,
White Nubas, all sizes,
Black and White Fringcs,
Gold and Mixed Beads,
Jcwclry of all kinds,
Thread and Point Lace Collars,
XephrYs of al colOrs,
Germantown Yarns,
New Corscts, New : sic,
Bustles, Iioopskirts,
Underwear for Ladies.
Ri, bons, silk and
Cashmere. Scars.
Great inducements by purchasing
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16
Profitable Employment.

We desire TO engage a few more agents 10
soil the world-renowned improved Buck
eye Sewing Machine, at liberal salary or
ON commission. A horse and wagon given
to agents. Full particulars furnished on
application. Address V. A. HENDER-
SON q CO., General Agents, Cleveland, O.
or st, Louis, Mo. 34-4t
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

Tho Republican Omce
L EEPS constantly on hand large as
IN sortment Of Blank Deeds, MORTGAGES.
Subpenas, Warrants, Summons, &c. to
be SOLD cheap for cash. If
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

Harmony I0ioR5hip.
The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1872-07-16

f. W. H4srIYos. spere!qry,
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22
Smart Sheriff.

A gen tleman who used to carry ON the
sheriff business, wholesale and retail, in
Ontonagon County in an early day, was
frequently called upon to quiet tumultuous
brawls, which he did by rushing into the
crowd and knocking every man engaged in
the row as fiat as founder, and then re-
peating these memorable words over their
prostrate bodies: essay, boys, what's all
this fuss about AS sheriff of Ontonagon
County command the peace"
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22
A Good Joke.

Nick Denton while engaged on the IL
linois central got off good joke: A fell
low named Jack Wallace, gave as a boast
"The two Nicks--Old Nick and Nick Den
ton." The tables came down with clat-
ter. Nick arose, as grave as a judge, and
when the noise had subsided, he said
he fully appreciated the honor conferred
on him in connection with Jacks most
intimate friend He hardly knew how to
requite the kindness. but as one good turn
deserves another, he would give: "The
two Jacks-Jack Wallace and Jackass !"
Jack collapsed, and the company went into
Mysteries.
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

caB "A hit at the Virginia Legislature of
last winter is circulating in Richmond. 1t
appears that party, who had his own
reasons for making the inquiry, approached
a Pennsylvania railroad man, and asked
him whether his company intended to spend
any more money in Richmond. "No, sir,
no; emphatically no p' was the excited re-
ply. "Why not?" "I'll tell you Why
sir. The members of the Pennsylvania
Legislature are gentlemen, sir-perfect
gentlemen. You don't have to bribe them
but once but (bringing his fist in virtuous
Indignation down upon the table) these
scoundrels in Virginia have no more con-
science than hog, and you never know
when you are done buying them"
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22
H U uMoaous ITEMS


GB Skinner was the leader of the or
chestra. He was particularly proud of an
overture arranged by himself 5'ife'
A couple of hours before the theatre
opened Skinner went around and placed
the music upon the stands in the orches-
ira. fvc .Hfn
Ten minutes afterward, when Skinner
had gone away, friend Of his came in and
gathered up all that music and replaced it
with an odd lot of sheets, containing frag-
mentary music of about twenty different
kinds. After awhile the audience assem-
bled. Skinner then brought in his musi-
clans, took his place and whispered to the
players to exercise exceeding care. Then
Skinner gave a couple of taps with his
baton, and the orchestra commenced.
1t was awful.
There was most terrific disorder, with
six or seven different kinds of time, twenty
varieties, of tunes and such a jangling and
scraping, that all the women in the au-
dience jumped to their feet and screamed.
Skinner was wild with rage. He looked
for moment at the trombone-man, who
was attacking "See the Conquering Hero
Comes p with earnestness, and then throw
ing down his baton, he gave one ferocious
yell, and leaped on the trombone-man with
murder in his eye. iu
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

GB Says to an Englishman, "Where
are you going?" Says he, "To hide a
hoe" Says I, "What are you going to
hide hoe for?" Says he, 81 didn't say
hide hoe, said hide hoe" Says /.
"Spellit." Says he, "I-d-a-h-o." "OhW
says /, "Idaho." "Yes," says he, Glide
Hoe."
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

When the lamented Artemusl Ward
exhibited his wax works in Utah, he re-
lates that he was accosted by a venerable
and vinegarish virgin, who inquired,
Can't go in without paying9" "No /;
but you can pay without going in"
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

GB An unfortunate peddler fell into the
river at Chicago, and was rescued, but
after walking some distance suddenly lost
his strength, and expired before assistance
could be procured. An intelligent jury of
American citizens investigated the case
and astonished the Coroner with the ver-
dict, Accidentally drowned"
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

DB-"How one thing brings up another, p
said lady absorbed in pleasing RETROSPECT
tion. "Yes, "replied the practical Dibbs,
"an emetic for instance" That might be
called going from fancy to realty.
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

GB-At a marriage Of very young cou-
pie the other day, a gentleman inquired
of lady what fruit the bride and bride
groom reminded her of, ga green pear,
was the reply.
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

"Where are you going so fast Mr..
Smith ?'' demanded Mr.. Jones.
"Home, Sir, home. Don't detain me. I
have just bought my wife new bonnet,
and must deliver it before the fashion chan
ges." 4a
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22
CUTSO22'S Stellar OIL
FOR
ILLUMINATING PURPOSES.

The proprietor of this OIL has for several years
felt the necessity OF providing for, and presenting
compounds which are sent broadcast over the
country, an oil that is SAFE and BRILLIANT,
ana entlIeiy reliable Alter long series OF labo
Substitute in ,".CARsoN's sTELL4R OIL" 1t
should be used by every family
lsT, Because it is safe beyond question. The
primary purpose in the preparation of STELLAR
OIL has been to make it PERFECTLY SAFE,
thus insuring the lives and property of those who
use it.
I'D, Because it is the most BRILLIANT liquid IL.
umlnator now known.
Sd, Because it is more economical, in the long
run, than any of the dangerous oils and fluids
now in too common use.
4TH, Because it is intensely BRILLIANT, and
therefore economical, giving the greatest possi-
BILE light at the least expenditure to the consum-
er. Its present standard of SAFETY AND
BRILLIANCY will always be malntained,-for
upon this the proprietor depends for sustaining
the high reputation the STELLAR OIL now
enjoys.
To prevent the adulteratlon OF this with the ex.
pl0sive compounds now known under the name OF
kerosene, &C., &c, II Is put up for family use in
Five Gallon cans, each can being sealed, and
stamped with the trademark of the proprietor; it
cannot be tampered with between the manufac-
tnrer and consumer. None is genuine without the
TRADEMARK.
STELLAR OIL is sold only by weight, each can
containing iive gallons OF six and half pounds
each, thus securing to every purchaser full meas
ure. II Is the duty and interest OF all dealers and
consumers OF Illuminating oil to use the STELLAR
OIL only, because 1t alone Is known to be safe and
reliable.
10 All orders should be addressedto
JARDEN a. CO.,
WHOLESALE A&ENTs,
a 1856 South Front Street.
61y Philadelphia.
The Bloomfield times. [volume] (New Bloomfield, Pa.) 1867-187?, 1872-10-22

eB-A soung lawyer, who had just been
admitted to the bar sadly, and discontented-
ly observes that the law is betterin theory
than in practice.
, 1872-12-08
This Company has steadily pursued two
great practical ends:

great practical ends:
To paoe the security of Its poioes beyond the power
Of adverse contingencies Nothing containing any els
msnt If hazard Is t1nly sa unless more than appar
emily zafe purely Mutual Company has no resource
whatever beyond the premiums charged upon Its poll
ciesj wherefore these premiums must BE- apparently
higher than any fo1eseen contingency will exhaust OF
future solvency is in peril.
SECOND.
To reduce the actual outlay Of It's members for their
policies to the lowest possible rate 70 accomplish
this, and Jet maintain that perfect security without
which all insurance is ds1usan, it charges nominal
premium entirely ample foz any contingency and high
than it expects ever to really need and then to pac
tcay reduce this premium in each year to the actual
necessities Of the Company ft the time being and take
from the polioyholder than present conditions
o ths first premium as permanent credit loan and
to retain from each subsequent premium that portion Of
the previous years full premium actually proved to be
su1plusj 80 that at no time does the Company taxi
from him higher actual premium than is needed to
carry the risk for the year. and provide the reinsurance
fund.
It is strictly Mutual Nothing is diverted to stock
holders and each member has his insurance at ts exact
cost to the Company.
Is rate Of expense has been from the beginning 1ess
than that Of other companlesl its mortality has been
favorable a and Is rate interest as high as can
be had UPON investments Of the highest order,
, 1872-12-08

The joists for the main floor Of st. James
Church have been laid, and the walls will risa
next spring, for completion and occupancy be-
fore Christmas. The gables OF the Fourth
Presbyterian Church, Rev. Mr. Swings, arc
nearly finished
THE CLARK sTREE7 RAILWAY.
The block On Clark atzeet, hetBeap Vhahipg.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-09-29

A fond father in Rochester had
suspected his daughter of having
stolen moonlight walks with lover
whom be had refused her seeing, and
in coming home tle other night at
late hour, he thought he saw his
daughters ar,a linked in with the
hated lovers The indignant papa
took the young man by the collar and
was giving him good shaking. to-
gether with sundry admonitions from
behindwhen he dicovered to his dis
NAV. that he had tackled the wrong
man, the parties being highly res
pectable young couple, who were
innocently returning from prayer
meeting.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-09-29

How nearly akin the red and the
white rcns IN are. and how the in
stincts of tie one are the same as tine
other. A Western correspondent,
writing from the frontier, describes
a little Indian girl of three or four
years, who had q pappoose board in
her arms, and on the board q doll
covered with wicker work and small
piece of red cloth. She cared for
it as carefully as the white child does
for her imaginary offspring, and
probably felt the same instructive
yearning for maternity.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-09-29

A passenger of the ill-fated Metis
fell on his knees in the saloon, just
before the vessel sunk, and COM
menced to pray. Auckland brought
him a life preserver. but he refused
to accept of it. whereupon he was
seized by the collar and jerked vio-
lently to his feet, with the injunction,
do something for yourself, man,
before you ask for lhelp." The pas
senger fastened his life preserver and
jumped meekly overheard.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-09-29

Several yonng men Of Macon, Ga. =.
serenaded the house in which dwelt
two lovely sisters. For two mortal
hours they footed on the flute and
twanged the light guitar. TO their
inexpressible disgust the colored
cook at last informed them that for
her part she was tired and sleepy.
The Daily state register. [volume] (Carson City, Nev.) 1870-1872, 1872-09-29
REGISTRATION NOTICE.

AJoTICR Is HEREBY GIVEN. THAT THK
IN ksgistry Rocks for jake Valley Alection
Precinct No I, Dorgias county, Nevada, sse now
open, at the Office Of the undersigned, 1t HE
house in said Jacks Yal!sy, for the registration
Of the names of the qualified electors in sa,d elec-
tion precinct At tie general .leciiun to be held on
the Sth day of November, 1872 and will contiaue
70 BE- open for such REPATRIATION between the hosss
st IL O'Clock .. m and O'Clock p. N. Of Ill legal
da-s from the LIST day Of Jsly lS52, to and in
eludiug the 2,st day Of October, 1872 and from !
O'Clock p. n. It 9o'clock p. m. dufinK the ten
days preceding the said 2lst day At October. 1872
on which day, 1t o'clock p. m, the said regis
sratica shall close.
All nsturallzed citizens must produce their
naturalization papers to be stamped according to
laW come prepared to provo their los.
4. B. JOHNS,
Registry Agent. fr Jacks Valley Preeinct known
q "Jack's Valley House,
Jacks Valley, August 81. lk72. ssl-td