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The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

We copy the following from the Bel
Ievue Gazette. It speaks in terms oi
just praise of one who was recently a
citizen here, and OF one who is now in
active business in this city:
This firm, though of comparatively
recent formation, is well worthy oi
remark: the respective partners there
of possessing recommendations it
would not be well to look over in our
desire to commend them to the pub
lie. We need hardly state that they
are contractors and master builders,
with spacious workshop and yard,
on lot 40, West Main street, where
they are well prepared to execute ev-
cry kind of workmanship in their
line. Mr.. Stafford has commanded
the bench" for thirty-five years, is one
of Bsiievue's good f'old ssand-bys,"
came here in 1SiS, and soon after,
count, continuing the same, with but
q brief variation, down to last year,
when he took into co-partnership Mr..
Samuel Oscar Chamberiin, son of Mr..
Scudder Chamberlin, architect, Of Tiff
fin, whose exceptional genius has won
for him such distinction In his pro-
fession. "Oc," as he is Familiarity
known, was for some time foreman
for his father, has had over sixteen
years experience in the business. and
affords ample prospects Of yet distiu-
gushing himself a worthy "chip Of
the old block" Since their union
they have won and extensively shar-
ed Of public confidence, and many Of
their undertakings surround US, a last
ing testimony Of their skill and abili-
tv
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
ST. SENECA NEWS.

Our roads are still very bad, and we
have but one man in our town who is
courageous enough to say that they
are not bad, and who drives horses
with the same speed as though they
were good, and he is our Doctor.
Christmas eve was celebrated by the
Methodist with Sunday school exer-
eises, consisting of declamations and
addresses, alternating with singing
by the school. The church was very
neatly decorated with evergreens, the
whole being relieved by appropriate
notices. The exercises were all good,
the order generally excellent, and the
house well filled. We were sorry as
the audience were leaving the church
to see the bad whisky kept in our
town making itself so manifest in
the person of one of our young gents,
he making himself quite conspicuous
by pulling at people, until one resist
ed his assault in manner that rath-
er cooled the ardor of the young blood.
Our saloon keepers are as arduous
IS ever In issuing their rations of
common disturbance" to the lovers
of intoxicating beverages, and have
been having flourishing trade.
New Years eve was observed by the
Reformed Church with exercises of a
character somewhat similar to those
of the Methodist. The church was
very appropriately decorated, the pull.
pit being overarched with evergreens,
in the center of which was suspended
beautiful wreath of the same mater
ial encircling white field; this was
relieved by that welcome motto: "a
happy New Year to ALL" The Rev.
DR.. Williams was present aud opened
the exercises by a short address to the
school.
On Friday, the Goth of December,
Mrs Montgomery living with her son
William, two miles northeast of this
place, while sitting at the breakfast
table, very suddenly became i'll and
expired within a few minutes. Mrs.
Montgomery had live1 to a good old
age, being So years old at the time of
her death.
We now have one or two orpaniza-
tions of the Oranges in this vicinity.
but what success they have had since
they organized we are unable to say
though there seems to be quite num-
Der of doubling Thomases among
them.
DIR. Nighswander returns 10 Ann
Arbor again on Monday, the 5th.
On day last week George Pheese,
while driving his fathers team home
from the mill, had the misfortune to
loose a bolt from the wagon tongue,
which dropped to the ground, fright
ening the horses so that they ran,
throwing the young man from the
wagon. The team ran about half =
mile and then stopped. The wagon
was completely demolished.
ROMEO.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
BETTSTILsE NEWS.

Business Is somewhat slack and the
most exciting topic is the mud.
December 10Th, meeting was held
to consider the yropriety Of ineorpo
rating this village. Considerable dis
cussion ensued but without dsfinits
action the meeting adjourned until
the 9th. On the appointed evening
the citizens met at Rings Hail.. and
s. Deal was appointed chairman. A
proposition was brought forward to
change the name o. the place to Lin
den and it was carried on the third
ballot.
A committee, consisting OF DIR.
Martin and John Walter, was ap-
pointed to circulate petition for the
Incorporation and change OF name OF
the village and to take it TO the prop
er authorities.
DR.. Norton left for Columbus on
the 29th.
The Sons Of Temperance will give
a theatrical entertainment at an ear
ly day. Ten Nights in a Bar Room
will be presented. The order has
very neat hall and is prosperous, hav-
ing sixty members.
For several days the railroad COM
pany has refused TO receive freight at
this point In consequence of that
Belts & King, who are dealing in
wheat and dressed hogs, had to haul
large lot Of hogs on wagons to Bur-
goon on the Lake Erie and Louisville
Railroad. They are live business
men. NoN.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
FROM TENNESSEE.
ALPHA.

The following letter is from a re-
cent citizen of this county, now in
MeMinnville, Tennessee:
McMinnville, the County seat. OF
Warren Co., Tennessee, is a beautiful
village of two thousand inhabitants,
located on what is called the Barren
fork of Collins river, rapid stream
of pure water, fed by springs from the
mountains,-upon which is now, in
successful operation, Cotton, Woolen,
FIGURING and Saw mills, all of which
are doing flourishing business; the
products of the same are shipped by
rail to Tullahoma, where they can be
forwarded either north or south on
the Nashville & Chattanooga railroad.
Most of the stock from this vicinity
is sent south, Of which there is con-
siderable moving at the present time,
both in hogs, mules, and cattle.
The Fall was favorable for sowing,
and wheat looks remarkably well.
Called on Friend Martin, formerly
an old citizen of Tiffin, who is doing
lively business in the boot and shoe
line.
1t is holiday week with the colored
people here. They are having live
ly time visiting, going to parties, and
feasting upon raecoon and opossum,
which is considered an extra dish
with them. It. A.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
MELNORE SERS.

The Eden Horse Protectives held
their annual meeting Saturday, at th'
school house, for the purpose of elect
ing officers for the ensuing year anC
admitting those wishing to join. They
now number over one hundred mem
bers. All the old officers were re
elected.
A widow lady living south of town,
Mrs. Bradley, lost her house by fire
Friday night. 1t is supposed to be the
work of an ineendiary.
A horse belonging to George Loom
is dropped dead in the harness Thurs.
day, while hauling 3 load OF corn fod.
der.
The following officers were Install
ed Wednesday evening, Jan. Sd in
Melmore Lodge, No. 80, F. & A. NJ.
w MI w Barrick.
VIC Bartleson.
] We Seiple.
SD-E Shumaker.
JD-H c Pittman.
Sec'y-F J West.
Tress-F D Rogers.
TT Chamberlain.
The young folks of this place had a
social dance at the hall New Years
night, and pleasant time was Ell.
joyed by all.
The week Of prayer is being observ-
ed by all our Churches.
ALPHA.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
FLAT ROCK NEWS.

The anniversary Of the Evangelical
Sunday School, was held on Sunday
the % of December.
The entire day was devoted to the
interest of the school. In the morn
ing Rev, Hartzler Of Cleveland deliv-
cred sH able address upon the subject
of Sabbath schools, and the duty of
the Church and parents. In the af-
ternoon, c. H. Miller OF Tlnin, in a
very entertaining manner, gave a re-
view of the lessons of the last quarter.
In the evening addresses were made
by Mr.. Miller, Rev. Hsrtzler, Ham
nler and Longbrake.
On the evening of the eth ult., the
Sons of Temperance elected their Of
ficers as follows:
w P-H. Longbrake.
w A-Miss Aryilla DHire.
r S-Amos Bowers.
AR S-Miss Carrie Zeller.
F S-Miss Sarah Dick.
Treasurer-George Reeves.
Chaplain-Henry Shubert.
C-Miss Cora Deahl.
A C-Albert Shipman.
1 S-Miss Fanny Bowers.
o S-Samuel Stetler.
On New Year several of our boys
went to Bellevue to have jolly time.
One of them imbibed too freely, and
in the evening came home in a bad
plight. He then took saw and ak,
went to his wagon and sawed the
tongue off and chopped the spokes out
ofthree of the wheels. There are pros
poets for law suit in this case, as the
young man is a miner.
On New Years evening while Mrs.
P. Stetler with her children were on a
visit to her brother, d. Wyant, nesr
Lodi, little Rolla fell and broke his
arm above the elbow.
Our prospects for a lively spring
election in this township are bright
ening.
An Ex-grand juror, who is candi-
date for reelection as assessor, and
who saved so much money for the
county lin horn at the last term of
court, is going through the township
telling the voters that he has been the
means of reducing their taxes during
the last 5 years 5000, and thatif they
would re-elect him he would have it
reduced still more. His prospects are
Frightening, and of course we will have
but little tax to pay next year.
Last Sunday morning Rev. Rads-
baugh preached in the United Breth-
ren Church, from Matthew v, s, and
Rev. Hanky, in the evening, in the
Evangelical Church, on the resurree-
ton.
The Week of Prayer is being obser-
we'd at the Orphan Asylum. There
are religious services every evening.
F. r.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
PROCLAMATION.

All persons indebted to the firm o.
LOckes & Blymyer are hereby notified
that immediate settlement nlust bs
made either by Cash or Note.
We are willing and ready TO do the
same for our creditors, but we will be
unable to pay cash until we receive
that which has been long due we
do not wish 10 mako trouble or costs,
but we are going 10 close up The Old
accounts. LOcKE & BRO.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

THE GREATEST sale of Boots, Shoes
and Rubbers, also Harness, Saddlery,
WhiPs, ETC., ever offered in Tiffin is
now taking place at No. . Empire
Block, in NJ. Miller's old shoe stand,
south end Of town-sign, red aud blue
flag. We are closing out our entire
stock at cost and less than cost. Call
early and secure red-hot bargains, as
our stock must and will be sold. Don't
forget the place, No. ?, Empire Block.
OH. NEFF.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
Local Correspondence
ATTICA NEWS.

At the election of officers of Venice
Lodge, No. 197, I. o. o. F. held Satur-
day evening, Dec. 9th, the following
officers were elected for the ensuing
term and year:
G-M r Moltz.
G-Willard Greene.
RS-Wm Harmon.
PS-Jas L Couch.
Treas-Thos Neeley.
Trustee-Lester Sutton.
PGM. r. Moltz received the unani-
nous vote Of the Lodge for Represen-
tative to Grand Lodge.
Mr.. F. H. Steigmeyer, for several
years employed as salesman in the
store of Rsiniger & silcox, has bought
the store of Moltz & Miller and will
succeed them ia business after Jan. L,
1874. Mr.. s. is q young man of good
business capacities anG quite popular
as salesman, and there can be but
little doubt Of his success in his new
enterprise.
Messrs. s. Bemenderfer, Jacob Eb-
ersoIe and s. c. Gates have purchased
half interest in the property and
stock OF the rake factory of Messrs.
Bemenderfer, Ebersole & Co. The
purpose Of the new firm is to do
general numbering and manufacturing
business. They expect to add suffi-
cient machinery to enable them to do
all kinds of planning and make all sup
plies needed for building purposes.
Our village schools are out for a
holiday vacation and are expected to
resume Jan. 4.
Mr.. J. Cortright has established
daily hack to meet both the morning
trains at Attica Pike, on the NJ, G.. &
L. NJ. r. r. for the accommodation
Of the travelling public. With this
and hack to Centerton, on the B. &
o. Railroad, we consider ourselves
well furnished with means of transit
A fight occurred between two of the
employees of the B., P. Is c. R. R. one
day last week. One OF the parties
bearing sundry marks of the sanguin-
ary conflict, came to town in quest Of
law and justice, but upon being re-
quired to secure costs, he returned to
camp and resumed labor.
Our marshal on Christmas day,
found poor, silly fellow on our street
in state of beastly intoxication.
Having ascertained where he had
procured his drinks, the marshal very
properly took him to the place, and
ordered him cared for until duly So
Der, which was accordingly done.
Tally one for the marshal.
The first freight for Attica via the
Baltimore, Pittsburgh and Chicago
Railroad was received by J. Heabler
& Brothers on the 81 inst, the same
being one car load of salt shipped
from Sandusky.
The officers elect of Venice Lodge,
No. 1877 / o OF were duly installed
by P G D, A Boyle on the evening
of the Sd inst.
Messrs. A B BrAnt and Doctor Bar
Der, on Saturday last, purchased of
Jacob Wise tract of land near the
railroad station with the intention of
starting lumber yard on the same.
Joseph Hassler has sold his proper
ty on the corner of High and Liberty
streets to Joseph Grimes.
There were two dances in Huff |
mans Hall last week.
The opeE Lodge meeting, held dy
the Good Templars on the evening of
December 3lst, was a success, and |
those present enjoyed pleasant, and |
we hope profitable time.
NENTnE
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

THE GREAT CHILL MEDICINE.-NC
other equal to 1t; 1t is UnriVdled. DIR.
Wilhoft's great Anti-Periodic Is the
poor mans friend, because it is cheap,
requiring small doses to effect a per
Dldnent and complete cure.
1t comes nearer being a specific
than other medicine now sold, and il
endorsed by the most learned and
skillful physicians in the country.
1t appeals to the common sense oi
the people, because of its efficacy in
the cure of Chills and Fever. Enlarged
Spleen, Bilious Eerer and others of q
miasmatic origin; because of its per.
manent effects in removing the cause
or neutralizing the effects of malari-
Gus poison; and because of its cheap
ness, which plsees it in the reach OF
every family. Buy 1t and try IL, and
il, after closely following the direc-
tions, cure is not effected, return to
the druggists and demand your mon
ey back again.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Thirty Years Experience of an Old
Nurse.-Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup Is
the prescription ofone Of the best Female
Physicians and Nurses in the United States,
and has been used for thirty yeaes with new
er falling safety and success by millions Of
mothers and children, from the feeble in
Iant Of one week old to the adult. 1t cor
collie, regulates the bowels, and gives rest,
health and comfort to mother and child.
We believe IL to be the best and surest rem
edy in the World in all cases of Dysentery
and Diarrhoea in children, whether IL arises
from Teething or from any other cause.
Full directions for using will accom- pany
each bottle None genuine unless the fac
smile of CURTIS & PERKINS is on the
outside wrapper. Sold by all Medicine
Dealers
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

GRAY & STEPHENSON, opposite
Empire Block, are giving wonderful
bargains in Tin and Glass ware. They
will continue for short time to sell
regardless of cost or actual value, so
that all wishing goods of that charac-
ter will do wellto call very soon. All
goods are as represented, and are sold
cheaper than elsewhere in the state.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
Local Business Notices.

BAscoM is bound to be a good town,
and Craun knew it when he engaged
in business there. He has built I'D 8
good trade, which las greatly increas-
ed since he adopted the cash system,
and reduced the prices of his goods.
All he wants is that his neighbors
give him a trial and build up their
own town, and he will see that they
will be well repaid.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Saturday last three large cannon
were taken over the 7. T. & E. rail-
road on the way from Detroit to Pitts
burgh. Each one occupied car, and
the cars were provided with addition
al trucks to enable them to support
the heavy weight. The guns were
two hundred Founders and looked
dangerous.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Council ProeeedIngs.-Monday night
all members present except Noble and
Brickner.
City Solicitor was granted time in
matter Of Railroad assessments.
City Commissioner was instructed
to build stairs on Jackson street, over
the Railroad.
The matter OF rent Of the old May
or's Office was referred TO City Solici-
tor for collection.
Committee on City Hall were di-
rected to sell settees.
An ordinance to establish grade on
Ella street, passed its second and
hird readings unanimously.
On motion Of Huber, the day watch
was continued one month
The Mayor reported fines to the
amount OF SlO6.7O.
The Commissioners report specifi-
cations for improvement Of Sycamore
street were adopted.
A resolution passed its first reading,
declaring the necessity Of improving
Sycamore street.
On motion of Snyder, the Commis-
sioner was instructed TO confer with
Railroad officers, regarding repairs to
alley crossing between Perry and
Market streets, 1st Ward.
Accounts Of Leiner, Hertzer and
Nieolai & Holderman were allowed.
The Finance Committee recon-
the paYment OF the following
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Iron Bridge.-Sunday last an iron
truss bridge of three fifty feet spans
was put across Wolf Creek near the
Fostoria rozd, on the Baltimore,
Pittsburgh and Chicago Railroad. On
the west side is a trestle work 80 feet
long that extends over the Fostoria
road.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

state Deputy, ]. w. Barrack organ.
lied last week the following Oranges
Friday night, Palo Alto Grange In
Seneca township, with twenty-five
charter Members. Master-Jere Rex
Secretary-Wm. Davidson.
Saturday night, Republic Grange, a
republic. twenty-four charter mem
Defs. Master-Wm. Baker, Sec'y-
D. NJ. Neikirk.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08
Thrater at KatInnaI HalI-hIis,

Theater at National HalI.-Miss Nc.
Kean's Theater Company closed a
successful engagement at City Hall,
Saturday night, and on Monday
night opened at National Hall for six
nights. Thus far good plays have been
produced, and large audiences give
evidence that the company is pcpu-
lar. Tonight two plays will be pre-
sented, "Rose of Kildare" and
"Rough Diamond" Some night du-
ring the week the excellent play "Ca-
mile, or the Fate OF Coquette" will
be produced. The admission is only
fifteen cents, and no one can COM
plain on the score of the price of ad-
mission,
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Chronological RecOrd.-We give
elsewhere an abstract of the local
events that have been published in
the TRIBUNE during the year. We
have been careful in preparing it, and
presume it will prove interesting to
our readers Owing to its length we
have bad to make all mention verv
brief, and have probably overlooked
many things.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Shooting Match.-A shooting match
was had New Years, under the au-
spices of the Ohio Association for the
protection Of Game as previously an
no1nced. 1t was the second match
for shooting pigeons and nearly the
same persons participated. Judge
Bagby, Scndder Chamberlin aud P.
Nymsn were chosen Judges, and
Frank Grapes and --, Secre-
taries.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

zine eattle.-saturday last, D. c.
knle q Son shipped from this city to
New YORK q lot Of hne fatcattIe. Ten
head ofthem weighed % a5nornds .n
average OF :, 2l9i pounds each. Eigbt
head weighed le.osa pounds. AYERS.
giug 2,l24i pounds. These cattls
were Of the Durham breed and are
specimens Of stock that the RuIes
have been raising for several years.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

COAL STOVES. latest style o.
coal heating stoves can be found al
No. 80 Washington street. Yerk
Brown & Co., have a fine stock Of
Base Heaters and Self Feeding coal
stoves, together with a full supply oi
almost every other kind of stove
which may be required. Call and see
the stock.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

A FRESH arrival of Perfumes, Pom.
ades Hair oils, Combs, Brushes and
full line of toilet articles, all sold
very low. H. K. HERsHIsER.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Tuesday the first trains stopped on
the Mansfield, COldwater and Lake
Michigan Railroad at Kilbourn sta
tion, and over thirty people were ac-
commodated thereby. 1t is thought
that it will be one of the important
stations within short time.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

PERFECT SATISFACTION has been
expressed by every one who has had
Clothing made at Frost & Bros. Star
Clothing Store, since the employ
ment of that prince of cutters, N. w.
Davis. He is fully up to all the latest
styles, has had long experience in the
large cities and takes great pride in
doing his his work in the best possible
manner. New Winter Goods justre-
ceived. Call and see them.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

PERFUMERY.-A splendid assort'
ment of Lubin's perfumery-the fin
est in the world-has just been re-
ceived at Hershisher's Old Corner
Drug Store.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

AT the TRIBUNE Office is kept the
largest Stock of Letter Heads, Bill
heads, envelopes, Flat paper and
other goods in our line, of any office
in Northwestern Ohio.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

ChiIdreu often look Pale and Sick
from no other cause than having worms in
the stomach. BROWNS VERMIFUGE
COMFITS viii destroy Worms without in
jury TO the child, being perfectly W hite, and
free from all colOriDg or other Injurious In.
gradients usually used in worm prepara-
tons. CURTIS a BROWN, Props.
No. 2l5 Fulton st., y. Y.
Sold by Druggists and Chemists, and Deal
srs in Medicines at . cents a box
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Job Work done at this Office in good
style, promptly and at living rates.
We won't work for nothing, but we
will give our patrons the value OF the
money paid Us for work.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Now is the time to have your Furs
repaired by Mrs. s. NJ. Wottring. All
kinds of trimmings kept on hand, No.
81, Jefferson street. Orders can. be
left at NJ. J. Kirchner's Grocery Store.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

THE BEST OYSTERS in the market
are those sold by J. NJ. Greiner-the
celebrated C. s. Maltby brand. Fur
nished in any quantity.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Somebody last week stole pair of
boots from Romlg & Slower. It was
the same pair that was stolen several
weeks ago, and recovered. The boots
are not expected back this time.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Aheavy fall of snow took place on
Tuesday and Tuesday night. The
slelghing was very good, and every
body having anything on runners
seemed anxious to take advantage of
the first good fall ofsnow Of the sea-
son.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

WHY OF CoURsE.-They have now
a First Glass workman at Boyer &
Kridlers, opposite the Post Office,
who will fix up your old Boots and
Shoes neatly, ehesply, and quickly.
So trot along your Cobbling.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

The Cleveland Leader has been
changed to an eight page form and
enlarged. The improvement is a
good one.
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

Subscription Receipts. Our receipts
on subscription for December are as
follows. Although it is good show
ing, we hope this months receipts
will be much larger:
The Tiffin tribune. (Tiffin, Ohio) 1868-1887, 1874-01-08

ANY one wishing a neat sign OF any
kind should call on II. D. Grouse, who
is considered the best workman in Tiff
fin.