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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08
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Novel Explosion.

Mr.. George w. Strong, living at Lo-
gan, Ohio, bought, some time since, a
new cook stove. After it had been in
use few days, Mrs. S. kindled fire in
the stove preparatory TO getting supper,
one evening, and as she was about leav-
ing, a terrible explosion took place, blow
ing pots, kettles, stove-lids, &C., about
the room promiscuously, and creating a
great sensation in the neighborhood, but
luckily, doing no further damage.
1t was afterward ascertained that the
explosion was caused by powder which
had been used in mining the coal, which
becoming damp was not ignited when
the blast was set of. This powder, by
some means got into Mr.. SIS coal pile,
and thence into the stove, with the result
above stated.
Mr.. S. states that the stove is a re-
markably heavy and strong one. If it
had been one of the light stoves, now in
common use, the consequence might
have been very serious.
The name of this stove is the "Sensa-
tion," said to be the best in use, and sold
exclusively by G. H. Stafford, Somerset,
Ohio.
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DON'T BE observation-disclosures
you have "tried fifty remedies" and re-
ceived no benefit, is there therefore "no
balm in Gilead?" Verify there is. Your
liver may be congested, your stomach
half paralyzed, your neves quivering,
your muscles knotted with torture, your
boweles CONSTRUCTED, your lungs diseased
your blood full of impurities-yet in
one week after commencing a course OF
DIR. Walkers Vinegar Bitters you will
eel like a new creature. 4w49
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Baltimore, Pittsburgh Il Chicago
Telegraph School.

Fifty young men wanted 10 learn the
art of telegraphy by a young man at
Lexington, Richmond county, o., who
has been in active service on the B. & o.
r. r. for a number of wears, and who
can give you the best Of advantages with
the privilege of practicing in a railroad
Office when you have been pronounced
capable, which will prepare you for ac-
tive duty. This school will be opened
January End, 1874. Any person wish
ing further particulars on the above sub
.;ect, will please address the undersigned
who will cheerfulIy give full particulars
J. F. BURKE,
IS ODerafor
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Saturate a piece of bread or meat
with gastric juice, and it will dissolve.
This il digestion. Add to such a mix
ture little alcohol, and it viii not dis
solve. This is indigestion. Beware,
then, Of tinetures, or tonies, or decoc-
tions containing spirituous liquors. Shun
all rum ';tonics," and rely solely on DIR,
Walkers Vinegar Bitters, the finest di-
gestive invigorant known, and free
from the fiery curse of Alcohol, 3w4
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

"Horse- Men," and others who pretend
20 know, say that the following direct
ions had better be observed in using Sher-
idan's Cavalry Condition Powders: Give
a horse tablespoonful every night for a
week; the same every other night for
or 6 nights; the same for milch COW,
and twice as much for an OK. The addi-
ton of little fine salt will be an advant-
are
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VEGETINE.
Pass.iJ5es the Blood, Reno
oates and Is0igOT0tes
the achOLe System. It's
Medical Properties are
4Jter0tiUe, Tonic, Sol
cesst and Diatretic.

VEGETINE is made exclusively from the
juices of carefully selected bGrhss roots and
herbs, and so strongly concentrated that it will
effectually eradicate from the system every ta1nt
of Scrofula, Scrofulous Humor, Tumors, Can
cerous Humors, Erysipilas, Salt Rheum, Syphi-
litic Diseases, Canker, Flatness of the Stomach
and all diseases that arise from impure blood.
Sciatica, Inhammatory and Chronic Rheuma-
tism, Neuralgia, Gout, and Spinal Complaints
can only be effectually cured through the blood.
For Ulcers and Eruptive Diseases OF the Skin,
Pustules, Pimples, Rlotches, Boils letter, Scald-
head and Ringworm, YEGETXNE has never
failed to effect permanent cure.
For Pains in the Back, Kidney Complaints,
Dropsy, Female Weakness, Leuccorrhea, arisir g
from internal liberation and uterine disease 3,
and General Debility, VEGETINE acts di-
r. ctly upon the causes of these complaints. 1t
invigorates and strengthens the whole system,
acts upon the secretive organs, allays inhamma-
ton, cures liberation and regulates the bowels
For catarrh, dyspepsia, habitual costiveness,
palpitation OF the heart, headache, piles, ner-
vousness, and General Prostration OF the Ner-
vous System, no medicine has ever given such
perfect satisfaction as the VEGETINE- Ipur-
lies the blood, cleanses all the organs, and pos
sesses q controlling power owe. the nervous sys-
tenn.
The remarkable cures effected by VEGETINE
have induced many physicians and apothecar-
fes whom we know TO prescribe and use it in
their own families
In fact, VEGETINE is the best remedy yet
discovered for the above diseases, and is the on
ly reliable BLOOD PURIFIER yet placed be-
fore fhe public. Prepared by
III. r. STEVENS, Boston, Mass.
Price Sl.25. Sold by all druggists and dealers
| every 81
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

Miss c. A. Burns is stin giving lessons
in Vocal and Instrumental music, and
respectfully solicits share of patronage
from those desiring to accomplish them
selves as performers upon the piano or
organ, or as vocalists. The charge for
29 lessons Teach lesson one hour in dura-
tion) is SO. Persons are not obliged to
attend the classes regularly, and no
charge made for lessons that are missed
But prompt attention is desired.
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B. +. THOMAS, Pastor.

The girls ofa California seminary late
ly developed singular fancy.Sos using
three one cent stamps, instead of tHerze-
gular kind, upon their envelopes. The
letters were so plain and matter-of-fact
and the attempts at eva6ing surveillance
in the old-fashioned way grew SO scarce
that one inspecting teacher investigated
this whim. And 10 the cunning crea.
lures had taken to writing tender, emo.
tional little epistles to their lovers under
the stamps.
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Il Is generally conceded BY the bo,

It Is generally conceded by the boys
that the conduct of Van Amburgh's
agent in designating Thornville and
New Lexington as suitable places in
which to "show," and disdainfully leav-
ing Somerset out in the cold, is not the
clean thing by any means. The COM
mon impression among them is that
Lexington has in some way been largely
instrumental in bringing about this I'M
expected slight and that that village is
therefore proper subject for the most
forcible anathematization which they
are capable of uttering. But there is
one consolation in the matter, boys: the
show won't make anything in the oper-
alton; they'll soon be glad enough &c
get out of the hills with their elephants
rhinoceroses, etc.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

In the letter renewing his subscription
TO the Press, DIR. l.. B. Dittoe gives us
the following items of interest concern
ing the crops, &C., of Illinois:
SHELBYvILLE, Ills, May, 3, IA.
EDITOR Press: We have had very
dreary spring, after fine winter in
Guiding the month of March. April and
March seem to have changed seasons.
Notwithstanding the seeming change,
and the cold, rainy weather, the general
opinion throughout the State is that the
fruit looks well, and that we wih have a
full crop of apples, and peaches from the
natural tree. The budded trees in Gen.
trail and Northern Illinois will not yield
an average crop. But the prospects for
an abundant crop of fruit this year are
good.
The wheat is looking fine in Central
Illinois at this date, and is in excellent
condition, generally, throughout the
State, with the exception of the north
eastern part, where it has been somewhat
injured.
Our city is full of life, and our mer-
chants are doing q lively business
Stock and grain are being shipped from
this point as fast as they can be brought
to the city, and that is done weekly in
immense quantities. There is cash
market for everything offered. We have
here large graded school and high
school, which are well attended, and con-
Quoted by eminent professors, which give
credit to our city and the county of Shell
by. The Catholics are contemplating
the building of new church the COM
ing year, on account of the old building
being too small to accommodate the con-
gregation. We had considerable excite
ment in our city over the liquor ques-
tion, but the anti-license party gained
the election by majority of fifty-6ve
From the tone of your paper, you mus
have had lively time over the same
question in your town.
received letter from my old friend
Mr.. Oliver Yost, in which he inform,
me that he has sold the farm which-hs
recently purchased near Massilon, Ohio
and talks of making westward trip il
view of purchasing land some time thi
Yours, &C.,
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A friend at our elbow says he thinks
it just as reprehensible for women to get
tight by lacing as for men to get tight by
whisky. Both injure the system. Well,
it's none Of our particular business any
way. Men generally get tight cause ito
pleasant, and women get tight eorses's
zica. II OA;e ,Slats Jeusmal
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The Quarterly Meeting at the Hope
well M. E. Church, last Saturday and
Sabbath, was fine success. The preach
ing of our Elder, Rev. T. FL. Hall, was
very acceptable to all present, and the
finances of that Society are in flourish
ing condition.
r + TuoMAa paator
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At the request of the Master of the
Hopewell Grange, Mr.. David Ansel,
we print on the FIRST page of this paper,
the Constitution of the Order of Patrons
of Husbandry, with Bylaws of the
National Grange. The only branch of
the order in this county, we believe, Is
in Hopewell township. and that, we are
informed is in fiourishing condition.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

A conspicious citizen concluded, the
other evening to test the legality" OF
the ordinance relating to intoxieation,
and to this end, he appeared upon the
streets thoroughly under the influence
of tangle-leg, and proceeded to ''throw
himself away in executing the nuner-
ous and difficult steps, attitudes, poses,
etc, of the can-can. Result-lodged in
the Cooler, and slegslity of ordinance
astal,lisIad -.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The Purest and Sweetest Liver
Oil is Hazard & Caswelps made on the
sea shore, from fresh, selected livers, by
Caswell, Hazard g. CO., New York: 1t
is absolutely pure and sweet. Patients
who have once taken it prefer il to all
others. Physicians have decided it su-
perior to any of the other oils in mar
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

L o. o. l.
Somerset Lodge No. $50, meets at Odd Fellow S
Hall, every Saturday evening al o'clock.
NO. 76 y. q An.
Somerset Lodge, No. 75, F. and A NJ, meets
at their hail, on Wednesday,, preceding the
full moon Of each month
ROYAL. ARCH CHAPTER NO. 81.
F. A. NJ. meets at Masonic Hall, on the Mon
day preceding the full moon OF each MONTH
Companions in good standing are cordially invi-
tedto attend
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

Notice.-By order of the Board Of
Directors of the p G. L. s. A. & NJ A.
y. Society, all those having premiums
due them for 1872, will be paid in full
and fifty per cent. of the premiums for
1879, BY calling ON r. W. Levits, Treas
urer, between now and 1st of July, after
which time the balance viii be paid in
full. W. H. RUSSELL, Sec'y.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

All kinds of marketable country pro-
duce taken in exchange for goods or
work at the Clothing Store of Mains q
Bro. A variety of goods and trimmings
on hand suitable for Mems Youths and
Children's clothin g, good and cheap.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

We publish an Interesting account
from the Des Moines Register Of the
recent -doings, and the present where
abouts of shep Tinker, an individual of
considerable notoriety in this county a
number of years ago.
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VEGET1N Il
Purifies the Blood and Restores the
Health.

VEGEI1N IL
Purifies the Blood and Restores the
What Is Vegetine!
IL Is compound extracted from barks roots,
and herbs. 1t is Natures Remedy. 1t is per-
fectly harmless from any bad effect upon the sys-
tenn 1t is nourishing and strengthening. 1t
GUS system. It gives you good, sweet sleep at
night. 1t is great panacca for our aged fathers
and mothers, for it gives them strength, quiets
their nerves. and gives them Natures sweet
sleep, as has been proved by many an aged per-
son. It is the great Blood Purshe5. 1t Is sooth-
ing remedy for our children. II has relieved
take, every child likes 1t.
Marvellous Effect.
Mr.. A. r. Stevens: Dear Sir-I have used the
gaeat Blood Remedy, VEeET1FE, and feel 1t a
duty to acknowledge the great benefit Il has done
from o genera M debility caused By Overworf. want
much e eemaciated. M i tried many remedies with
out receiving any benefit from any of them, un-
til was persuaded to try VEeETISE.. Before
had taken this one week, my impoved condition
gave me renewed hope and courage. Icontinued
to take Il every day gaining more strength until
| was completely restored to helath. The effect
of this remedy, in case of general debility, is In
ELIZABETH A. FOLEY,
May Sd, 1871. 21 Webster St., Charlestown, Mass
A Perfect Cure.
| CHARLEsTowN JUNE IL, 1861
Mr. II. r. STEvESs: Dear Sir-Thisi is TO certify
that vEaErENR made perfect cure of me wheI
| my attending physician had pronounced my css'
| consumption and said could not survive many
| days.
| Mrs. LEDsTIoH, IS Cook Street.
( The facts stated by Mrs. Ledston, are person
/ ally known by me, and they are true.
| A. d. HAYNRs.
VFGETINE is LOLD BY ALI
DRUGGISTS.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The Mayor and New Council are pro-
ceeding with several important munich
pal matters in business like manner
as for'instance the thorough over haul
ing Of old ordinances, and the enact
ment Of new and essential ones
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

IL appears from the testimony given
at the Coroner's inquest, held on the 2Sth
Of April, to ascertain the cause of the
death of Mrs. Bridget Whale which
occurred suddenly at Shawnee, on the
25th ult., that an overdose about so
grains) of hydrate Of Chloral had been
administered her, and OF course was the
cause of her death.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The Veto Panie.-Prices reduced to
suis hard times I will make the best
French calf boots for $780, best Linn
willie cali, $3.50; and best Stitched boots
for $9.B1. Come and see.
B. F. GRAVE.
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Mr. Alec Caine, an old Somerset boy,
but now resident of Kansas City, Mo-,
is visiting his parents and friends in
Somerset. Alec, We believe has been a
pilgrim, !" and has travelled over a good
portion of the country, beyond the Mis-
aisippi, that used to be within our range.
He is evidently enjoying life.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

Notiee.-Ha wing disposed of my stock
of dry-goods, and retired from the dry
goods business. I am desirous of squar-
ing up my books at an early day. All
peFsons indebted to me are, therefore,
respectfully requested to call al onceand
make settlement. 1 trust this notice will
be sufficient 70 accomplish the desired
end. ISAAC WEAvER.
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III. r. STEVENS, Boston, Mass.
Price sl.25. Sold by all druggists and dealers
everywhere. 81
WOULD NOT BE WITHOUT
" Il O. Ell Il
FOR TEN TIMES ITS cos

FOR TEN TIMES ITS COST.
The great benefit 1 received from the use Of
VEeETINE, induces me to give my testimony in
its favor. believe it to be not only of great val
ue for restoring the health, but preventive of
diseases peculiar TO the spring and summer sea-
sons.
would not be without il for ten times its cost.
EDWIN TILDEN,
Attorney. and General Agent for Massachusetts
OF the Craftsmen's Life Assurance Company,
No. 40 Sears Building, Boston, Mass.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The Hooking Sentinel Of the 7th, is
wild over the discovery Of silver mine
in Hooking county. The editor has
some of the ore taken from the mine,
and promises to give full particulars next
week. If the report should turn out to
he true, Hooking may safely count on a
large emigration to her auriferous fields.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

In looking around for watch, or a
clock, or any style of good jewelry, step
in and examine Matthies' stock of these
things. You will be very apt to find
that he has what you are looking for,
and as to prices-well, p. g. is said to be
selling on as short profits as any dealer
can, and get on in the world without
stealing his side-meat and breadstuffs.
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L. b. DITToE.

AS usual, you will find at the large es-
tablishment of Walker & Russell, all the
novelties in the boot and shoe line, as
well as good supply of the standard
styles of the more substantial work, at
the lowest possible prices.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The p. C. L.s.A. a. MA. U. Society
will hold their Fair for 1874, on the 2Sth
and 3Oth Of September, and the 1st and
I'd of October. BY order Of the Board,
w. III. RUSSELL, Sec'y.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

Mr.. Ike Weaver has retired from the
dry goods business as a proprietor. Re-
Gently he disposed of his stock to Mr..
Thos. Drake, who has greatlysaugment-
ed il with large invoice Of Spring and
Summer goods, il great variety and OF
the latest styles. Therefore, we say un-
TO the goods buying people Of this vicin-
ity betake yourselves to his establish
nsent, and satisfy your many wants while
vet his shelves and counters are full.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

The reason that people go to Walker
& Russell for Boots and Shoes: Because
they deal exclusively in that line, and
of course can sell cheaper.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

All persons having unsettled accounts
with the undersigned, are requested to
call at once and settle. "A word to the
wise,n &c. j. c. CURRAN-
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What's the matter? The rubber paint
tour readers will remember having heard
something about this mixture, sometime
ago) which was "smeared" over the Town
Hall last summer, looks as fresh and is
as free from Hpeeling' az it was the day
it was put on2--We fear that some'per-
sons predictions are not in process Of
veriiication. Not that we are yearning
for numerous and lengthy communica-
tions upon the subject, still we want to
know why it hasn't commenced crack
ing according to promise.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

Paints, oils, varnishes, dye-stufs,
brushes of all kinds, garden and flower
seeds, cheap for cash, at SINNERS new
drug store.
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Scribner's Monthly,
The Summer Campaign Begun.
Another Great Literary Sensation"
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THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND"
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The party are Americans who set out
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has
FA.SCTNA TED THE WORLD.
The theme of the present story affords
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For Sale By all Neus Dealers or Book
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B~F Fine Shirts made to order.
Mems and Boys Clothing made to
order in the highest style of the art,
and warranted to fit. Goods sold by
the yard, and trimmed, cheaper
than elsewhere in town.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1874-05-08

Ladies, don't forget that Walker 6
Russell have the finest and best asscrt.
ment Of walking shoes and slippers that
you aver saw in town.