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The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
Monuments.

Attention is called to my stock OF Marble
Granite and mixed Monuments. which pro-
pose to sell at the lowest possible margin.
AS have manufactured to order in Scotland
and import the celebrated Scotch Granita, defy
competition in prices. That may not be mis-
representa- hereafter, as have been by agents
and Sections in regard to prices, give quota
tions for work in Rayenna Cemetery, of which
will furnish duplicates at the following prices
John B. Coleman, monument, $S5O.eO; Captain
Mason, monument. s25O.0 VIM. Goldman, mon
ument, s.. o; Captain Ely. monument. $4,000
and other work in proportion to the above
prices. T. NJ. JONES.
Rayenna, Sept, 3. 1875, 1T
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

The original Peak Family ere bill
ed for entertainments at Reed Opera
House on Friday aud Saturday
evenings next. It is some years Since
this company have visited this sec
ton, hnt they are favorably remem-
bered by our amusement lovers. The
music of their bells is superb, their
singing most excellent, and the comi-
calitfes unsurpassed. They certainly
will merit, and we trust receive, a
hearty welcome by large audiences.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

lished at the Center, with III. D.
Smalley as teacher, assisted by Miss
Cole, Miss Mendenhall and Miss Mary
E. Price. There is a large attendance
of scholars, and much interest is
manifested. Under the instructions
of the competent teachers employed
the scholars cannot help but advance
rapidly in their studies. B.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
TIE carpet worm is a new nest In

TIE carpet worm is a new pest just
discovered. 1t is of dark cOlOr, less
than half inch in length, and cover
ed with fine hair 1t makes havoc
with carpets in short time. 1t is
said that fine salt or fine cedar chips
sprinkled on the edges of carpets will
protect them from it's rayages. a,0
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

SALE OF real. EsTATE.-0n Mon
day last a! III. Weatherbce Esd, soid
to Mr. Al 81 NASH, Ills farm 81 enc
hundred and forty-two acres ip
streetsboFo, for sixty dollars per acre,
amounting to $500. s.rttfU 11-Ia
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
REMEMBER.

August 90, 1873.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
RAYRNNA SAVINGS

STOCK HOLDERS PERSONALLY LA
N ADDIrIoN FOR AN EQUAL AMOUNT
MAKING TOTAL SECURITY TO DEPOs-
TroFsz aSD t;REDITORs OF 100000.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

TEMPERANCE LEcTU RE.-Rev. Geo
Darsey will deliver q discourse upon
the subject of Temperance at the Dis
ciple Church on Sunday evening next.
The citizens generally arc Invited to
attend. f " 2 -
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

TaE anndnl fair Of the TrHmbulI
couhty Agricliltdral Society WIN be
held at 1le' Fair grounds in Warren
ON the 18th, 18th and 18th of seRtem-
Der. The officers of the Society have
our thanks for comp. =
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

To show goods. Goods delivered Free OF
Charge within City Limits.
PARSONS & LEACH,
MOI /, Etna Block.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

THANKs.-We are under obligation
to Mr.. j. NJ. Wallace, residing one
mile east of this village, for a large,
nice muskmelon raised upon his
premises. It Is tWenty-seven inches
in circumference and weighs thirteen
noI1nds--zs
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
Grass Seed.

Timothy, Red Top and Orchard Grass Seeds
for sale by the subscriber at the room north of
D. Lindsay. in Empire Clock. All wishing a
good article and at moderate pri ccs will please
call. 1 intend to sell for Cash and Ready Pay
only. b. LITTLE.
Ravenna, Aug. 26, 1873.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

M. CoNyERsEi has a great closing
out dry goods auction sale at Roots
town, commencing Thursday and con-
tuning day and evening till ell alie
sold,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

KICKED TO DEATH BY A HORSE
About five o'clock last Thursday
evening while Mr.. Josephus Archer
of Kent was getting a horse, for
which he had traded that day, into
his stable he was so severely kicked
ABOUT his breast and abdomen by the
animal that he died the next morning
from the injuries. His funeral took
place on Saturday. s,e.s .,.a1
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

PATRONS OF HUsBANDRY.-A public
meeting of the Patrons of Husbandry
to be addressed by T. A. Thompson,
lecturer of the National Grange, VIII
be held at Citizens Hall, Ravenna,
Friday evening, September 5th, at ~
O'Clock. The farmers of the county
and all feeling an interest in the
movement are invited.
g. L. BARTLETT,
Sec'v Raw. Grange, No. 80 P. of I'll.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

We are agents for Ballou Il Co.'S, French
Yoke shirts, the best fitting shirt ever made.
We have tten1 mali grades. much better and
eheaperthsn y0g can get them made. Can and
look at them before having any made.
Dec 1s, 1892 FAATH & POE,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
New Arrangements.

we will deliver Flour, Chop Feed. and Corn
Meal to any part of the city free of charge to
our customers. We are selling better Flour for
less money than any other house in town.
BRADLEY 4 BARBER.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
New Adve1-tis. It's.
SEALED PROPOsATS

NOTICE TO TREASURHRS OF OF
IN SCHOOL FUNDS.-Notice is hereby
gwen to Treasurers of School Funds, that they
are required under the new School Law. OF the
State, to make their annual settlement with the
County Auditor of School Funds between the
first and tenth days Of September. See Sec a.
page 15 Of New School Law. In conpIiance
with said act, this office is now ready to effect
said settlement.
If Treasurers viii adjust their school vouch-
ers by separating the Tuition from Inciden tai,
they will facilitate the settlement with this Of
flee. WIN. GRINNEI.L Auditar
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

DEATH OF AN OLD CITIzEN.-Joseph
Marvin, one of the oldest residents of
this county, died at the residence of
his son, William Marvin, in Atwa-
ter, on Saturday, the Both instant,
aged one hHndred and lone years, five
months and five days. His remains,
at his request, were taken to the resi-
dence iof his youngest child, Mrs.
Phehe Sutliff, relict of the late Levi
Sutlif, in Warren, where the funeral
services were held, and were attended
by large number of people.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
HOW no SAVE nIONEY-

You will save money by purchasing Davis
Sewing Machine, as it Is so simple that you can
learn TO use it in three hours, thereby saving the
trouble and expense of boarding an Agent from
seven to ten days. 207.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
Fhe EeH 7-3G Gold Loan Bonds
OF THE
Northern Pacific Railroad.
Yhe First National Bank.
or RAVENNA,

Arc now selling and unhesitatingly reeommend &c,
fHese bonds 20 their customers and al parties
who have money tOinEest- a the most I1Iohtaoie
a. well Is safe iIlzesement that Is now oEefeu 70
the public ,. =
Having made careful inquiry OF good and re-
st5oUsIhle financicrs who have fully nEestlgz-
fssi the securities upon which the 10 Cold
B.sssIs are based cannot doubt fhe reports, both
oltieiaI and uuo1heial. Heretofore Pabiished
Confirmed IS they are by the letters OF sncn
higil-toned, honorable gentlemen as Is Bis I, ara
Yior. ex-tsOv- lsross. OF Illinois. e ". Bryan
ard others who have recently visited the New
Northwest Letters just published and can be
Having full confidence in these securities,
have ordered large amount Of the 4-SD Gctd
Loan Bond. and viii be pleased 10 supply al
orr customers and Others who are deslrous of
mixing : Good. safe and Profitable Inyestmel1t. s1
We Keep on hand Bonds OF <l0y. sooO ana 81
ara which we exchange for tIOzefnlaent. ? -
Fsonsfs on " hich interest win soon cease rms
realizing handsome profit and increasing the
capital 10 20 Is per cent
HlIl pay highest market price Tor coupons On
Northern Pacific and Government Bonds
Interest allowed on time deposits
Drafts drawn and ashei on all the prInclPdl
eisse Sight 4 .s Drafts on England Ireland and all
eislss IN Anr0pe Nd. CLARK. Prest.
cE. WITFEE. Cashier. f62-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
Patrons of Husbandry.

RAvENNA. GRANGE, No. 81
Meets at Citizens Hall, on the Saturday preced
ing the full moon of each month. at 80 p. m.
"a Col speed the plOv, the grand old plow,
Who hath fed ali the nations gone.
And may glory as now encircle the ploW,
When thousand years have hown"
RaVenna, July 1st. 1878. Say.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

FINE PROPERTY FOR SALE.--We
would call attention to the advertise
ment of II. G. Ranney, Esq, offering
his residence on north Chestnut street,
for sale. Phis is one of the finest
pieces of property in our pleasant viii
lage. 1t is beautifully located, with a
large lot; the house is large and COM
modious and finished in the most ele-
giant manner, and the premises con-
tain all the comforts and cOnveniences
that any one can desire: Any one de-
string a comfortable and elegant home
will do well to examine thistproperty,
as Mr.. Ranney viii sell it cheap, his
business being in Cleveland, where he
intends to remove his family in
short time.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
NoTICE FOR sErTLEnIENT.

All persons indebted to me by note or book
account are requested to call and pay the same.
My books and notes will be found at the store of
Musser & Parker. Mr.. Parker is authorized to
receive payment and receipt for all amounts due
me. NELSON CoNNEhSE-
August 20, 1873. 5, s61-lt.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

n. CONVERSE has sold his house and
lot on Spruce street to Mr.. Calvin
Rawson. Consideration S2,75O.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

We have just put In a new bOltingeloth, ex-
pressIy for custom work, which will enable us
to guarantee to the patrons of the old Summit
Mill first class flour. -yF
- - ttA BRADLEY & BARBER.
Jnlv Al 1s73. .6y,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

The new $3.50 Bed Spring, manufactured by
Vance Il Wells, the best article ever sold for the
money. Every one guaranteed to give satisfac-
on. h6-tE
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
Parsons q Leach
Parsons d LeacI1

sell the best brands of Red Wheat Flour for
81 co per sack; warranted best in town.
Damp's best White Wheat Flour at 81 25.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
ARTIFICIAL TEETH,
Tailoring.

Inserted on all approved bases, at H. T. CLARE g
Dental Office and Labratory, over First ational
Bank, Ravenna, Ohio. 2s7-tf
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
SECOND NATIONAL BANK,
OF RAvENNA, o.
Desionated Depositary of the
U. s.

u. 8. Bonds and Securities bought, sold ana
exchanges. at our counter, at best market rates
stocks and Bonds, Of all kinds bought ana
sold on Commission, in New York, OF any ae-
sired market.
1IirI,est market rate for $50 and 1910
Coupons, Gold, silver, and premium funds
Of ali kinds.
Drafts drawn and cashed on all the principal
Cities in the United States
sight Drafts on England and Ireland and
psssaee TicIets to or from those Cities at
New York rates.
gevenue stamps-al sizes for sale.
Accounts and DepotIts Of Business men and
.,s.,s,i,l,,slz received on most favorable terms
and prompt and liberal treatment suarahteed-
Interest allowed on time deposits as may DC
As'ssU w.H BEEBE. Cashier.
GRO. RoBfHsoN, President
Sept. 3. 1Soos IT,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

Sell the best 81 co. $f.1O, 81 IS and s1.tO Teas
ever brought to this market. No. Etna Block.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
IamD ChInnev,

Go to j. s. Walkers, opposite Citizens Hall, to
get your clothes cleaned and repaired. to look as
good as new.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

Ii you want anything in the tailoring lin
done, and done right, go TO j. s. Walker, oppo
site Citizens Hall. 'i Fl
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

just received. . large Otof Flint Lamp Chin
neys. Try them
SMITH. WOODRUFF s. co.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

Cash for Clover Seed by the subscriber.
Ravenna, Sept 3, 1873. Il. LITTLE
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

DEERFIELD AGRICULTURAL FAIR.
The Seventeenth Annual Fair of the Deerfeld
Agricultural Society will be held September
27th, 1873, at their Fair Grounds.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
No Trouble

Our stock of Crockery and Glassw are and get
prices. PARSONS & LEACH,
No. Etna Block.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

i. o. o. F.-Ravenna Lodge, Ne. 65.
Meets every Wednesday evening at Odd Eel
ows' Hall
Ravenna Eneampnaent. No. I29,
Meets every end and 4th Fridays of each month
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
clover Seed.

The place to buy PLASTER is at G ~
500. CD. HUDsoN's.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
part,on,nr Attention


Particular Attention
paid to cutting garments for ladies to make up
BY y 5. Walker, opposite Citizens Hall.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

Parsons Leach sell the cheapest sugar in
tswn.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
GOING sOUTH-MAIS LINE.

CLEVELAND a. PITTSBURG RAILROAD
On and after June ~ 1873. Trains will leave
Stations daily. Sundays excepted as fOllows=
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

Unity Lodge, No. 1s, F, and A NJ.
Meets the second and fourth Mondays of each
month.
TyrIan Chapter, No: 81, r. A. M.
Meets the third Wednesday of each month, In
Masonic Hall. Phenix Block.
n G. GOODMAN. HIP
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

rRENCnxo SHIFTS.

Glass Ware,
The largest stock in town may be found at
May 49, 1872. 1877. DEMING'S.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
For Liverpool & Queenstown

Inman Line of Mail Steamers sailing from
New York, every Saturday. and alternate Tues
days. ,-ts1sf
Tickets sold to and from England, Ireland.
and the Continent
JOHN G. DALE, Agent,
is. Broadway, N. Y,
C.E. WITTER, Cashier, First National Bank
Rayenna. Ohio. 124-6m
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
THE DEMOCRATIC PRESS.
EAvESNA. THURSDAY. SEPT. 4. 1873.
List of Advertisements,

List of Advertisements,
II. II. Jones, &c.-Sealed Proposals.
Parsons & Leach-Flour.
Parsons & Leach-Cheap Tea.
Parsons d Leach Cash Store
Parsons & Leaeh-Call and examine
Parsons & Leach-Nor trouble
T II Jones-M0nEmenf.
Wm GrinnelI-Notiee to Treasurers.
j Little-Clover Seed.
Z Stedman-Has Removed.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
CONG WEsT-RIVER DIVISION.
TUsCARAWAs BRANCH.

TUSCARAWAS AS BRANCH.
Leaves
Bayard. 11.45 q. m. and 4.50 p m.
New Philadelphia. SD q. m. and II As IN.
Arrives.
Bayard. 9. .45 a. m. and 8 20 p. m.
New Philadelphia, .. 40 and 7.20 p. m.
+. r. MYERS,
General Passenger aud Ticket Agent.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

Will find it to their interest to examine our
sock, as every department is filled with choice
most DEPRESSED and DEMORA LIKED mar
kets known for years; and rs all our goods are
marked in accordance with the state of the
markets, il stands all in hand to protect them
selves and be governed accordingly. sos
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
THREE DEPARTMENTS.


Furniture. Wall Paper. Picture Framing.
STEIN & WOODRUFF.
Opposite Carriage RepositoTy, RaFenna, Ohio
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04
GOING NoKTH-aIAIN LINE.
GOING EAsT-KTVER DIVISION

STATIONS Accom-. MAIL. EXPRESS
Beliafr. 5.45A N 10 50 An s 40 p. NJ
Bridgeport. 555 100 $50 :.
Stenbenvse 657 = .2-07 PING 50 {"
Rochesfcr. $50 as 925
Pittsburgh. .10.40" $40 1890 -
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1873-09-04

A. a. @. w. Ry--ChAnge OF Time.
The following are the times Of tho departure
of trains at the points below. IL took effect
Monday, May S6th:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1873-08-25
INDIAN MATTERS.

Washington, 80 The war department pro-
mulgates in general orders the findings and
sentence in the case Of the Modoc captives,
Capt. Jack Schonchn. Black Jim, Boston
Charley, Barncho (alias One Eyed Jim), and
Sloluch (alias Cox, who were tried by the
military commission for the murder of Gen.
Candy and Commissioner Thomas, and for
assault with intent to kill other peace COM
missioners. They are found guilty OF the
specifications and charges and sentenced to
be hanged. The proceedings have been ap-
proved by the President aud secretary of war,
and the sentence will be carried into effect at
Fort klamath, Oregon, on the third of Octo-
Der, under the direction OF the general COM
handing the Department of Columbia.
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Boston Wool Market.
FRIDAY. August n.

rklDArs August "a.
The total receipts of wool at this port for the
week comprise S50l bales of domestic and l478 baes
foreign, against 61s3 bales domestic and 1857 bales
foreign for the same week last year. The total re.
ceipts since January l. have been Isl ,46R bales Of
foreign, against 7SS bales of domestic aud 81
bales Of foreign for the corresponding period Of
last year.
The total sales for the week have been 40 900 rs
ofdomestic and 600 bs of foreigns total of
100000 lbs foreign and domestic against $50 900 be
for the same week last year.
There has been considerable excitement in for
egn wool occasioned by the sale Of about 900 600
lbs Of Cape, 8 A and Mediterranean on foreign &c
count, most Oft going to Antwerp.
There has also been considerable sales of foreign
sheep skins at 26c for Cape and Ice, in bond, for
MestiZa.
There are also reported large sales Of foreign
wool in New York for export and the stock in this
country has been materially reduced. This has Of
course somew hat affected the market for domestic
fleece, and holders are quite Indifferent at the
close, to sell at recent quotations. and has develop
ed the speculative feeling which was slightly ap.
parent last week. Manufacturers who have hereto.
fore used foreign wool are inquiring for fine fleece,
and the market is flrmer. 7 =
Medium fleece s also sought for, and sales OF
choice lots Of Michigan have been made at an ad.
vance on recent quotations. = y =
Pulled woods continue to be sold nm closely and
there Is fuil as active demand for California
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PORTLAND.

Portland, Me-, 90 At the morning session
were elected: Robert II. Richards, Boston,
Mrs. Elizabeth Whittier, Plymouth, N. B.
Whitaker, Providence, Lerne Watson. Prov,
J. C. Munroe, Lexington, Mass, S. II. Nc
Collister, Akron, Ohio, Miss Chadeagne, Jer-
sey City, J. w. Chickering, Washington, DR..
George F. French, Portland Josiah Curtis,
Washington.
Ten new papers were received and refer
red. Section B was divided into two sub
sections one devoted to Biology and the 9TH
er to Geology.
Asa Gray, F. B. Hough, G. B. Emerson, J.
d. Whitney, E. w. Hilyard, j. S. Newbury,
L. II. Morgan, Charles Whittlesey and w. ii.
Bremen, were appointed committee to me-
morialize Congress in regard to the preserva-
ton of fossils.
committee was appointed, consisting of
the four highest officers of the Association, to
wait upon Mrs. Elizabeth Thompson of New
York, and thank her for her gift of one thou
sand dollars. The Association then broke up
into sections.
The discussion on Prof. Fowler's antitvo-
luton paper was continued in section A by
DR.. Dawson and Prof. Morse. The discus
sion was a brief one and no new points were
brought out.
DR.. Dawson then gave description of Il
specimen of sigillaria, showing marks of frus
ti6cation.
Section A. Prof. w. II. Wheldon read a
paper on the artic regions, their geography,
climate, ocean currents, and other phenome-
ma, considered with reference to the atmos-
pheric theory of an ameteorated climate and
an open sea. He did not consider that the
phenomena sustained the theory.
In the geological subsection Prof. c. II.
Hitchcock read an admiral descriptive paper
on the geology of Portland and vicinity.
The Association adjourned at ll.30 A. NJ.
to allow the members to 60 on an excursion
down the harbor in the revenue cutter Nc
Culloch.
The attendance is continually increasing
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STATE NEWS.

| The eleventh anniversary of the lst Maine
Heavy Artillery, was held at Fort Point Fri
day. The Regimental Association elected
the following officers for the ensuing year:
President, General Charles Hamlin, Bangor;
Vice Presidents, Col. j. w. Atwell, Orono
C. V. Crossman, Bangor; Secretary, Lieut..
E. p. Hill, Bucksport; Treasurer, Lieut.. j.
A. Dole, Bangor; Directors, Colonel F. Z.
Shaw, Paris; Sergt. B. M. Foss, Orono;
Lieut.. III. +. Sellers, Bangor; G. Z. Brews-
ter, Portland, and surgeon J. B. Elkins, Old
town. .-sH
Many of the tanneries along the line of the
f. & f. A. r. X. have been compelled to sus-
pend operations for the present, owing TO .
pension is caused by over production, and
that i; will continue but short time.
Frank Bridge, son of Mr.. VIM. G.. Bridge,
formerly of Waterville, and nephew of Mr..
f. c. Lowe, was among the injured ct the
road, and has since died. He was running a.
fireman of train when injured. He leaves
wife and one child. we believe.
| A new pier is to be put under the east span
of the Maine Central Railroad bridge at
until the new one above College rapids Is
completed.
The Waldo and Penobscot Show and Fair
will be held at Monroe on Wednesday and
Thursday, October LIST and End. There will
be horse trot on the second day of the Fair.
1t is said r. b. Dunn Sons will lay the
foundations Of q cotton factory at Watefville,
of sufficient capacity to operate 20, 900 spin
dies.
Mr. David B. Foss, who represented DAN
forth in the last Legislature, died at jackson
Brook on the 18th inst.
The Portland Enquirer fails to come to
time, and has probably gone to everlasting
smash. BY promising to give four dollars Of
value for two dollars pay, it has done good
deal of mischief to honest publishers. Who
is the next man to try the experiment?
Waterville Mail.
We do not believe there is another town in
the State so uniformly good, through its
whole extent as Vassalboro'-taking proper
count of it's excellent and we'll kept farms.
the general thrift and substantial prosperity
of its inhabitants, and their high standard Of
intelligence. Watervlle Mail.
The journal says Mrs. Jane Foss of Au-
burn is over eighty years of age, mother in
the Methodist church. Mrs. Foss, has just
completed two quilts, in each of which there
are over 1900 squares of different patterns of
print. The past year, besides making these
quilts she has cut and sewed rags enough for
seventy. five yards of carpeting, besides knit.
ting stockings for various friends and doing
a thousand or two grandmotherly acts of
kindness to relatives and friends. This is ~
good as anybody's golden age Of grand
mothers. -rr ,~ ...