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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

The public interest in the trial of
Secretary Belknap may be said to have
entirely died out. 1t is unImportant
whether he is tried by the Senate now or
whether the trial is postponed to Nov
ember or later day. He is believed to
have been guilty Of malfeasance in Office,
and having resigned his position rs Sec
retary of War, he has ceased to be an
object ef interest. 1t is important, how
ever, that the question whether resigna-
tion relieves from impeachment should
be settled The Senate he's decided that
it does not, claiming jurisdiction Of the
case, and so far determining the ques-
ton. If the ex-Secretary is found guilty,
it disqualIfes him from holding office
under the Federal Government hereaf-
ter, and it is essential, therefore, that the
Senate should pass upon the question of
his guilt or innocence. In that respect
the trial is important, but whatever be
its verdict, it can not change the opinion
of the public. Belknap is politically
defunct, and has passed from the public
gaze as a man with any personal or polit-
| ical future Gin Com.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
70 The Public.

As above stated, We have taken charge
of the Meat Shop. SO long conducted by
our father; and we beg TO state TO the
public that it will be our aim to supply
them with the best in our line. the mar
ket affords; and at reasonable prices.
Soliciting a share Of patronage, we are
Respectfully,
SO Lou. KULLMAN * Bro.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Notice.

The Committee on Soliciting Sub
scriptions are requested to meet at the
Court House on Tuesday evening, June
27th, at half past O'Clock. 1t is very
essential that the committee turn out at
this meeting, and it is hoped that there
will be full attendance.
w. III. RUSSELL, Chairman.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Graves j. selling Boots x Shoe-
cheaper than the cheapest. 52w6
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

The Democratic National Convention
will assemble at St. Louis on the 9th
inst. The advance guard of the faith
full" are already arriving in that city,
and are arranging the necessary pre-
main body of delegates, who'will short
ly be on their way. The prospects" Of
General Hancock for the first place on
the ticket seem to be improving every
day,-and his nomination by the Con-
vention would not be a surprise to the
country
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Mr.. Bristow has resigned his position
in the Cabinet as Secretary of the Treas
ury, and Senator Morrill, has been NOM
mated and confirmed as Bristow's sue
cessor. Several weeks ago, Mr.. Bristow
announced his desire to retire from the
Cabinet after the Cincinnati Convention,
pleading as his reason therefore, the de
mands of urgent private business.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

There is a man down in Athens coun-
ty who has worn the same pair of boots
continuously since 1845, and the boots
are good for several years. service yet.
So says the Athens Messenger. Send
that man with his boots to the Centennial.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

y fine lot of mems and BOYS shoes, of
the latest style, just received by Walker
X Russell.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

The six FOUNDER cannon which will
arouse the slumberiDg patriots of thi.
section Of our common country at the
witching hour of midnight Jnly "a,
1876. has done good service in the cause
Of the country. The -Mexicans heard
its crack at Buens Vista, Monterey, and
other battles during the war with that
country; and we learn that il was used
effectively in some of the early battles OF
the Rebellion.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Artillery SalutpS.

At midnight a Federal Salute of Is
gums will he fired. a National Salute of
80 guns will be fired at sunrise, and
Grand Fnsilade in the evening.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Pleasant and Profitable Employ

Pleasant and Profitable Employ
ment.-" Beautiful" Charming" "Oh,
how lovely !" "What are they worth 2"
&c. Such are exclamations by those
who see the large, elegant New ChromoH
produced by the European and Ameri-
can Chrome Publishing Go. They are
all perfect Gems Of Art. No one can
resist the temptation to buy when see
ing the Chromos. Canvasser-, Agents,
and ladies and gentlemen ont of en-
ployment, will find this the best open
ing ever offered to make money. For
full particulars, send stamp for confid-
ential circular. Address +. GLEASON
q Co, 73S Washington ST., Boston,
Mass. l9m3
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Black be rriesl was there every before
such prospect" for an immense yield
Of this excellent fruit. as there is in this
locality this season2.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

From al rc'::crs Of the County, there
come such assurances As leave no fur
ties doub. in the minda of the commit
tees of the Centennial Organization that
the demonstration at this place on the
4th will be even grander and more ex
tensive affair than its most sanguine
friends have ever anticipated. All
right. But let no one whose heart is in
the work, relax any efforts because OF
these cheering assurances. The whole
business shonld be boosted up all along
the line, regardless of all this, until the
sun goes down on Monday, July Sd, '76
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Round trip tickets between all sta
tions on Ohio and Chicago Divisions of
the B. g. o. r. r. will be sold on July
Sd and 4th, good to return until July
9th, for two thirds fare.
s. B. NICHOLS, Agent.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

as dom payment, will cover the entire
cost 10 the purchaser, if certain other
conditions are fulfilled
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

ID ~ Les ~ A. ~ a va i
Ei--lcr K Linyil!c, dealers in Hardware, Va
Stoves, Tobacco. NC.
Noah SRick dealer in Groceries, Liquors, sc.
A. ". Ih3na. * CO. dealers in Dry Goods,
Quccuswart. NGsious, Nc.
trutclfus House Ann Gnteius Proprictress.
Joseph Brown Fashionable Tailor.
Robert Forgraves dealer in all kinds Of LiquO-
Whiuucr a liite, Fiy sicians and Surgeon
Nost q Groves. dealers in Dry Goods, Notion
aud aii kinds Il Merchandise.
Central House, tou-cuIp a Bro. PrUprietors
Gutel.us a Bro, dealers in Drugs, Medicine
Paints. Giis, and Liquors for medical purpo.
Frederick steiner a sous, Manufacture
Harness, saddles, &c.
l. =. Jollur-nD x Co. dealers in Dry GOOL
Groceries and Read y-Aiadc Clothing.
G. +. N aIker x Co, dealers in and mluufa,
turers Of Boots and Shoes
ROusculp * Bro, dealers in Family Grocerict
". II. scheuk, Physician and Surgeon.
T. J. Poster, Blacksmith.
y. /. stevens, Dentist.
y. DuuwOody, Root and Shoe Maker.
Peter RouscuIp, Blacksmith.
Stevens q son. Carpenters.
II. KochenspergeT, Wagon Maker.
j. Clemson. Plasterer.
=. Z. DeOhant, Tailor.
Lawyer Bros. Carriage Makers and Painters
Wm Morris, Tailor.
Mrs. Susan Hudgell, Millinery and Fancy
foods.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
from the Geneva Times. I

The good people Of Somerset, Perry
county, Ohio, the home of General
Phil Sheridan, have determined upon a
Fourth of Jdly glorificarion beftting
the Centennial of the Republic, but
when they began to cast around for q
cannon they found that the State had
Hone, they could not procure one from
the War Department at Washington,
where they applied, nor indeed from any
source. In their dilemma they chanced
TO hear of the cannon loaned to citizens
of this town through the exertions of
Messrs. R. D. Rote and D. w. Dorman,
the owners of the gun Mt Columbus.
Bell, Secretary of State and two other
gentlemen Of that city. On Saturday
T. Spencer Stillman, of Somerset, reach
si here. bearing the order, and the gun
was duly turned over to him. We had
the pleasure of meeting Mr.. S., whom
we found very genial gentlemen-a
good Republican of old Puritanic stock,
and also of examining the correspond
enre and order relative to the delivery OF
the gun to him. OF course we all regret
losing the gun, and Dsrman declares
that it was like losing one of his chill
dren. The gun was a noisy little piece,
and we all should have been pleased to
listen to its uproar on the coming Fourth
and expected TO, as the Grand Army
Post had already voted the powder. But
the gun has gone to do service in anotb-
er field, and as Mr.. Stillman suggests, i.
not beyond our reach. The owners oi
the gun very kindly loaned it to us, and
prompted by like considerations will
loan il again, should Geneva want it.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

J. c. Curran is the sole agent in this
part of Ohio for the celebrated Perfect
ed Spectacles," and is now, prepared to
suit any age or condition of the human
enc needing glasses. Call and see them.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

The cannon is here, and has already
been heard. And because it is here, T.
Spencer Stillman, wishes the people to
be informed, through us, of the kindness
and gentlemanly attention he received
in his mission for the gun, from the cit
izens Of Geneva, and especially from
those who had the immediate charge of
it. Stillman is Yankee of the old
stripe and enjoyed his visit among the
brethren up North of like kin. in the
highest degree; and it is very likely,
should they desire to again possess the
gun, he will exert himself in their be-
half with the same zeal that character
lied his efforts to procure it for Somer-
sets big Centennial Celebration.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
1875 &c 1875
1915 1876
GRAND
Centennial Celebration !
IN DITTOE'S GROVE,
Somerset. Ohio.
JULY FOURTH, 1876.

The citizens of Perry and adjoining
counties are cordially invited TO join
the citizens of Somerset in an appropri-
ate celebration of the One Hundredth
Anniversary of the independence of our
Glorious Country.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

. Rev NJ Loncks will preach on the
=. 1dIe verse in the Bible, on next Sab
rasa ming. Services begin at 81
o'si1-s .-.ead % at eight p. m. We
osl 4.,eaeinn 10 the change of time, and
all .,re iavitt 4 20 be present.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
A Free Dinner and Barbecue

Will be provided, and the occasion will
he enlivened by
Music, TOasts and Responses,
And the American Eagle will flap mis-
wings, soar aloft, ard show his patriot
ism generally.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
SAVE MONEY >!

And he will make you happy be.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
AND THE
Somerset COrnet Band,

And amid the Ringing of Bells and
Booming of Cannon, march through the
gayly decorated streets to the beautiful
grove short distance west of town,
carried out.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
A New Restaurant.
SOL. LEWIS,
Between Hopes and Kempf's.

have on hand fine stock Of fine imported
liquors, such BpurbOn Whisky, I've hisky
BerliHer Kummel Whisky, Gin, Holland tin,
London Gin, Brandies, Hum, and Wines Of the
finest grades that can be had. Milwaukee Lager
Beer, 40 cents gallon, six glasses for Is cents.
Cigars. Fresh Oysters received very day.
Z3m3 sol LEVI
September ~ 1875.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Real Estate for Sale.

TINiiE premises known the brewery
L property. In Somerset Ohio, formerly he
longing TO George Hooker, VIII be sold on favor
able terms
Persons wishing to purchase will call ON W.
J.. Flnck, Somerset, Ohio.
sept. Il, 1875. 20
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Notice of APPOINTMENT.

FINHE undersigned has been appointed and du-
i ly qualified Administrator, with the
viii annexed, OF the estate of Martha Thomp-
son, late OF Perry county, Ohio, deceased.
JAMES LOVE, Administrator.
June 9th 1876 awe
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Change of FIrr1a.

Having disposed Of my interest in the
Meat Shop and the butchering business
to Lon. Kullman & Bro, am desir-
ous Of closing my books, and to that
end, respectfully requst all who know
themselves Indebted to me to call and
make settlement at their earliest con-
venience. Without further notice, all
such accounts remaining unpaid by the
Ist of February 1876, will he placed in
the hands Of an officer for COLLECTION.
GEORGE kULLaIAN.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

VIII be formed at 8! o'clock of the NOR
ming Of 1.-The day we celebrate" and to
the sonl-stirring strains of
Capt. Laughman's Martial Band,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
somerset Church Directory.

LUTHERAN.
West Main street Services every Sunday At
iGIS A. NJ. Sunday School A. NJ. Rev d. M.
Wiseman Pastor
CATHOLIC.
South Columbus street. Mass at and 10 A.
NJ Vespers J.. NJ. Rev. d. II. n OOn, Pastor.
METHODIST.
East Main street. Services at iOL A. NJ.
sabbath school A. NJ. Rev. J. VanLaw,
Pastor.
REFORMED.
East Main Street. Services at 1917 o'clock a.
NJ, aud pm. Sabbath School al . 4 H. Aov
u VI Loucks, Paster.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
zoo ACRES


OF good timber land for sale. in 1. or
more. equal and undivided share, cost
ing only
as dom payment, will cover the entire
cost TO the purchaser, if certain other
conditions are fulfilled
, SAW MILLS
Wanted to -aw for two thirds Of the
lumber address
5I.f MARTIN kAGAY,
Somerset. Q,
\ fine lot Of mems and boys shoes, Of
the latest style, just received by Walker
X Russell.
Hamilton i selling a good syrup at
81 cent per gallon
Graves j. selling Boots x Shoe
cheaper than the cheapest. 52w6
Tobacco and cigar-,-the very best at
Skianrr'-.
We have on hand lot OF canned
fruit, -uch as Peaches, Pears, Piums,
Cherries, Pineapple, &c, which we wish
to close a less than cost.
81 HAMILTON < Co.
\ large lot of Wall Paper, Windo"
Shades, Table covers. etc. very cheal
f,r cash at SINNERS new Drug Sfor.
80
Wall Paper only cents per bolt
Skinner's new Drug Store. 5Ot
Great bargains at Graves Boot 4 Shoe
Store 52w6
Go to SINNERS Drug store, if you
wish to get nice patterns of Wallpaper
and WIndow-curtains. They sell for
cash only. 49
100 different kinds Of pocket books at
J. c. Curran's, at from - cents to g 90
each.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
The Fire Works
The Next Centpnnial

At night will be the grandest ever wit
messed in Perry county.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Woman has many advantages over
man; one of them is that his will has no
operation till he is dead, whereas hers
generally takes effect in her lifetime.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Wall Paper only s cents per bolt q
Skinper's new Drug Store. 50t
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
HON WILLIAM f FINCK

One of the most magnetic and eloquent
of orators, will deliver the Grafton, and
E. S. COLBURN, ESD,
Will deliver an Historical Address.
replete in incidents connected with the
early settlement of Perry county.
Other Speakers
Have been invited, some of whom will
be present.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
ETsINEsS DIKECTORY.

NCIL.
+. J. Ris-ler, J. J.. Lawyer, Nathan podd.
Marshal; = l.. Moore.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Thornville Business Directory.
CHURCHES.
cORPORNTION OFFICERs.

q eTman Reform; Rev. G. W. H0yman, Pastol
Lutheran; Rev. il. A. Becker, Pastor.
Methodist, Rev. J. H. Beery, Pastor.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
NEW MILL INEY
a Nd
FANCY GOODS.

grateful to the public for
tie liberal patronage be-
stored upon me, I hare
the pleasure Of OfeTiHG
the 71eJCeSt and most ia
UOrite styles Of Spring and
Summer Hats, BOnnets,
Ribbons, &c, and u choice
and select Ua7Tety Of Fan
cy Goods, 1c5ich 1 zCiU sell
cheaper than can be p1t7'-
chased in any other eSt0b-
iS]lD1e71t in Perry county.
bsg~ Give me call, in Mathews
building, 1st door. east side North Co.
lumbus Street
JENNIE RUDOLPH.
Auril : 1876 5lm3
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Tobacco and cigarS,-the very best at
Skinner's
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Mrs. j. Ii. willard


Go TO Skinner and Bros Drug Store
and examine their fine stock Wall Pap
per and Window Curtains, nearly one
Hundred different patterns Of wall paper
on hand which they offer for CASH. So
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Other Speaker
Aped CitiZnnS.

Aged Citizens,
Mexican War Veterans,
Soldiers of the Rebellion,
Soldiers of the War of 1912,
Are all cordially invited and expected
to be present. and extreme care will be
taken to render them all comfortab BILE.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

You will end Maple Sugar and Mo
las~es at Headquarters.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

original color, lCith the gloss and
freshness Of youth. Thin hair is
thickened, falling hair checked, and
badness often, though not always,
cured by its use. Nothing can re-
store the hair where the follicles are
destroyed, or the glands atrophied
and decayed. But such as remain
can be saved for usefulness by this
application. Instead Of fouling the
hair with a pasty sediment, it will
keep it clean and vigorous. It's
occasional use will prevent the hair
from turning gray or falling of,
and consequently prevent badness.
Free from those deleterious sub
stances which make some prepara-
tions dangerous and injurious 70
the hair. the Vigor can only benefit
but not harm it. If wanted merely
for 4
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Fresh Beef !

VNIIE undersigned having fitted up the base
meut of the Clerks ONCE, in convenient
manner, now occupies the same as Meat mar
ket. The public are respectfully notified that
am prepared to accommodate Them at all times
with choice Beef, etc, At reasonable prices.
II Is my aim to offer my customers the BEST
in my line the market affords. Give me call.
AUrjl % 1875 JOSEPH ATT.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

$5 will buy a No. 1 clock at P. G.
Matthies 4 Cos.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

\ large lot Of Wall Paper, Window
Shades, Table covers, etc. very cheal
f,r cash at Skinner's new Drug Sior.
50
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Central House,
ThOrnViIIe, o.

s. ROUsCULP, PROPRIETOR.

Excellent Recommendations and reasonable
bills. Good stahling attached.
ImlN .. Is 3. Y
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Men are earning $40. to Sl20, per
week! selling
OUR COUNTRY AND ITS RESOUR.
EES

Complete in the thrilling history of 100
eventiul years also of the great "ExhI-
bition, grand in description Of our
mighty resntrces in agriculture, com
merce, minerals. manufactures, natnral
wonders, curiOsities, etc, all richly IL
Illustrated. \ "Ceniury" Map and
d" Bird Eye View" free. Sells marvel
lonsly fast. 1000 more agents wanted
quickly for this and our standard Life
of Livingstone" G0,0O0 already sold f,
also new Bible, 1000 illnst. Has no
equal For extra terms write to HUB
BARD BROS, Pubs, IA w. 4th St.
Cincinnati, O. 4w
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

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, 1876-06-23
Ayers
Hair VIgO1',
For restoring Gray Hair TO
its natural Vitality and Color.

a dressing
which is at
once agree
able, healthy,
and efectual
for prescry-
ing the hair.
! Faded or gray
hair is soon
restored to its
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Hamilton i selling "A good syrup at
St cent per gallon.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Does not come around for 100 years
let everybody come to this one
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23
Western Land Owners

Western Land Owners
Willing to trade for lands in this sec.
ton of Ohio, will do well to inform me
by mail, or otherwise.
] have several farms 10 exchange for
Western lands and some ready cash.
Also, Western lands aud ready cash
10 exchange for real estate in this sec
tiun Of Ohio.
] desire TO increase both my list OF
Western lands and lands in this section
ready for a fair exchange.
MARTIN KAGAY,
30 Real Estate Agent.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

WANTED.-Sl5OO from parties whose
accounts are past due. We are selling
now strictly for cash at greatly reduced
Ldsoo and desire a speedy adjustment OF
all past due accounts at once.
Respectfully. &c.
j. 4. CURRAN.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

Societies

l.. O. o. v.
Somerset Lodge No 352, meets st odd Fellows
Hall, every Saturday evening az o'clock.
30. &c ". A A. NJ.
Somerset Lodge, No. 75 f.. and A. NJ, meets
at their hall, on Wednesdays, preceding the
full moon Of each month.
ROYAL ARCH CHAPTER No. 81.
+. A. NJ. meets at Masonic Hall, on the Mon
day preceding the fun moon Of each month
Companions ia good standing are cordially invi-
tedtO attend.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

by sending S475 for any 81 Magazine
and THE WEEKLY TRIBUNE Irregular
price So, or 1913 for the Magazine and
THE SEMI-WEEKL TRIBUNE ire
gular price So. AdIdess
THE TRIBUNE, New York.
Walker & Russell have on hand an.
assortment Of Kip and Stoga Boots Of
their own make, warranted TO give sat
isfaction. Call and procure pair.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-06-23

BzB~ B~These piece Goods are all Of the
very latest styles, selected with great
care for frst-cIass custom trade, and will
be made to order at the lowest possible
prices, and warranted to give satisfaction
in every particular
IL" NEW YORK FASHION RE
PORTS received regularly as soon as
issued.
Bsy CUTTING done 10 order at reas-
sonable rates, and ALL GOODS
BO UGTT At THIS E.STA BLLSH-
NENT CUT INTO GARMENTS
FREE OF C'H1RGE.
Nov. II, 1879. 81
Smyrna times., 1876-10-11

The Centennial Judges and Commission
ers catch severe seedlings from exhibitors
who have received no awards, and from
those who do not monopolizc all of the
praise bestowed on certain classes of arti.
cles The former thinks the medals and
certificates Of no value, on the "sour
grapes principle; the latter regard them
sa too cheap and commonly distributed to be
worth much. There is only one way to
test the soundness of these deprecatory
opinions. The Commissioners do not pub
lish the language of the decisions. Per
haps, in Justice to the contributors, they
ought to do this and acquaint the whole
world with the official result of the compe-
tition. AS this is not done by the commits
sioners at the expense of the Fair, the win
ners of the prizes have no option but to do
it for themselves. Let the unprejudiced
public be the arbiter in these disputes
about the practical worth of the awards.
The test is easily made reasonable amount
of advertising in the papers would tell
everybody what the Judges said of any par
ticular article and where it can be found.
People could then hunt it up and see for
themselves whether it tallies with the
Judges descriptions or not; and at the
same time the successful exhibitor would
learn exactly what the award is worth to
him.