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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

MARRIED-By Rev. NJ. Loucks, on
the 2Sth inrt,-st the -rcsidence of the
brides parents, Mr.. Jacob IT. Foster Of
1lenford, 10 Miss Mary @. Phillips OF
Somerset.
On the evening Of the 25th inst, by
Rev. Father Noon, Mr.. Samuel Kuhl-
man and Miss Amanda Burns, both of
this place.
AS soon as the ceremony at the
Church was over, the happy parties to
the above affair repaired to their own
residence on West Main street, and were
shortly thereafter serenaded by the Band
Of which Sam is the leader. But on
this joyous occasion he resigned the
leadership Of the Band to anolher-hav-
ing undertaken and successfully carried
through that evening q case Of leading
sufficient for one day, and Of far more
importance than any he had heretofore
had in hand, to-wit: the leading Of Tho
girl Of his choice TO the matrimonial al
tar. We join with their many friend,
In wishing both Sam and his fair and
essimable bride long and happy life.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Mrs. Sarah johnson. whose death was
announced in these columns last week,
was a member of the choir that sang in
the first mass celebrated in st. Joseph's
church, near this place, and her voice is
said to have been very fine. She also
led the choir of Holy Trinity Church in
this place many years ago. Her father,
John Finck, was largely instrumental in
procuring the erection the churches
named, and literally bestowed both
time and money upon them. His hum
BILE home was the dwelling place for the
priests who early came to the country;
and before the erection of either of the
church edi6ces, all the Catholics in the
settlement" regularly congregated there
on Sundays, when mass was celebrated
Mrs. Johnson's father gave the land up.
on which the Church and priests dwell.
ing are situated. ard also the land ad
joining it which is used as a resting
place for the dead. The present Church
was built, we are informed, almost ex
clusively by the children, grand-chil
dren, and other relations of John Finck
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The County Printing.

We are prepared to do all the legal
advertising for Perry County such as
Commissioners Report, Treasurer's Re-
port, Notice to Tax payers, &C., for
$500 year. Having facilities far su-
perior to any other printing office in the
county. we feel warranted in assuring
the tax payers that we can do the work
we'll and in a thoroughly workmanlike
manner, for the sum named. But we
have no idea that We will be permitted
to have an opportunity TO serve the pub
lie in the capacity of county printer.
The crossroads politicians carried their
influence into the State Legislature and
prevailed upon that body to pass law
giving the county printing TO the two
or three hundred county organs at q
stipulated price per square-the object
Of the law being to hush up in future all
controversy regarding the printing. In
effect, the law is simply an enormous
tax upon the people to keep up party
organs. There is not county in the
State where the work could not be done
for two-thirds lcss thnn what the people
have TO pay for it, if it were put out as
other public work is, TO the lowest re-
sponsible bidder;-and by counting up
what, year after year, it costs the tax
payers Of this county, pretty fair idea
may be had of what an immense drain
il is upon the people of the State
There is not any shadow of excuse, ex-
cept that Of precedent, why the public
printing should be given to a party pa
per, without considering the bids of 9th.
er papers. When there is bridge tc
build, do the Commissioners hunt up s
Democrat, and give him the job o
building it simply because he is Dem
ocrat? Or in counties that are Republi
can, do the Commissioners let out sucl
work to members OF their own party
simply because of their politics? o
course not. But the law compels then
to give it to the lowest responsible bid
der, and his political affiliations arc en-
tirely ignored. This is right, and as i
should be; and if the custom were diff
ferent from what it is the people woul,
kick up devil Of fuss about it. Blu
with regard to the county printing
which it should be borne in mind,
not matter which they are called upo
to pay for only at great intervals, but
a steady, regular, constant "pull," as
were, upon their treasury: an apparentl
small drain at first sight, but sourc
of immense and unnecessary outlay
reaching Tito the thousands, in tn
course Of year or two-they seem nc
to interest themselves TO the extent {
making even q move to rid themselve
Of the senseless law which annual
saddles upon them heavy and uselei
tax. The entire system is fraud, an
we wonder that the people don't see
and set about having it entirely abolish
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
ONLY REMEDY
FOR HARD TIMES
CHANGE YOUR SURROUNDINGS.

A Ii wanting FRUIT farms, especially
N adapted to the growth of the VINE, where
ii Is established success and pays large profit.
The land is also adapted to the growth OF Peach
es, Pears, Apples, and small fruits; also, Grains,
Grass and Vegetables.
Many hundreds of excellent Vineyards, Or
chards and Farms, can now be seen.
THE LOCATION is only 81 miles south
tul climate, and at the very doors of the New
York and Philadelphia markets. Another Rail-
road runs direct to New York.
THE PLACE is already Large, Successful
and Prosperous. Churches, Schools, and other
privileges are already established. Also manu-
factories of Shoes clothing, straw goods, and
other things, at which different members of a
family can procure employment
1t has been a Health Resort for some
years past for people suffering from pulmonary
affections, asthma, catarrh, ague, and debility;
many thousands have entirely recovered.
A new brick Hotel has just been completed,
100 feet front, with back buildings, four stories
high, including French roof, and all modern
improvements for the accommodation of visitors
Price of Farm Lands $25 per Acre.
payable in installments, within the period of i
years. In this climate, planted out to vines, &c
acres of land will count fully as much as LEI
acres further north.
Persons unacquainted with Fruit Growing, can
become familiar with it in short time on ac.
count of surroundings.
FIVE ACRE, ONE ACRE, and Town
Lots, in the towns of LandisvilIe and Vine
land also for sale.
Whilst visiting the Centennial Exposition
Vineland can be visited at small expense.
A paper containing full information, will bt
sent upon application to CHARLES Z. Ian.
DIS, VINELAND, N. j., free of cost.
The following is description of Vineland
| published IN the New York Tribune, by tn,
| well known agriculturist, Solon Robinson:
All OF the farmers were of the ''well to do
| sort, and some of them, who have turned theil
attention to fruits and market gardening, hav,
grown rich. The soil is loan, varying from
| sandy to clayey, and surface gently undulating
| intersected with small streams and oceasiona
| wet meadows, in which deposits of peat or mucl
| are stored, sufficient to fertilize the whole up
land surface, after it has been exhausted of it
natural fertility.
II is certainly Of the most ertenSiue tracts d
almost Ieuel posii0n and suitable condition 10
pleasant farming, that kao,o of this side of til
Western prdirieS We found of the oldest farm
apparently just proftably productive tphen frs
| cleared Of forest fifty or a hundred gears ago.
| The geologist would soon discover the cause 9
this continued feltility. The whole country
| marine deposit, and all through the soil W
found evidences of ealeareous Substances, ger
orally in the form of calcareous mari, shown
many distinct forms of ancient shells, of the tel
tiary formation; and this nadrly substance is scd
tered all through the soil in a Very conanainuted form
and IN the exact condition most easily dsSimiltedb
such plants as the farmer desires TO cultivate.
July IA, 1876. v414
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Head, Ringworm, Ulcers, Sores,
Rheumatism, Neuralgia, Pain in the
Bones. Side and Head, Female Weak
ness. Sterilitv, Leucorrh9a, arising
from internal liberation, and uterine
disease, Syphilitic and Mercurial dis
eases, Dropsy, Dyspepsia, Emacia-
ton, General Debility, and for Puri-
flying the Blood.
This Sarsaparilla is a combination of
vegetable alteratives--Stillingia, Man.
drake Y elbow Dock-with the Iodides
of Potassium and Iron, and is the
most ellicacious medicine yet known
for the diseases it is intended TO cure.
Its ingredients are so skilfully
combined that the full alternative
effect of each is assured, and while
it is so mild as to be harmless even
TO children, it is still so effectual as
to purge out from the system those
impurities and corruptions which
develop into loathsome disease.
The reputation it enjoys is derived
from its cures, and the confidence
which prominent physicians all over
the country repose in it proves their
exnerience of its usefulness.
Certificates attesting its virtues
have accumulated, and are con-
stantly being received, and as many
of these cases are publicly known,
they furnish convincing evidence of
the superiority of this Sarsaparilla
over every other Alternative medicine.
So generally is its superiority TO any
!, other medicine known that we need
do no more than to assure the pubic
that the best qualities it has ever
possessed are strictly maintained.
PREPARED BY
Or. ]. C. AVER & Co., Lowell, Mass.
I. Practical and Anaiy.icaI chessisfs.
SOLD Bx AkL pRuaof rs EvERYwHKPx
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Commissioner Baker informs us that
the public printing in this county will,
in all probability, amount to $1,000 this
year. Vow il this work had been let 10
the lowest bidder, the taxpayers would
save at least sl7oo In the matter oi
printing alone. But there are two par
~ "orsans" in this county, and as there
is law which provides for the support
by general taxation Of these ornamental
requisites to civilization, the S1700 car
not be saved, and the dear people mus
ante up whether it suits their pleasure
10 do 30 or not.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

The New Lexington editors salted
the taxpayers of the county to the
tune of sir hundred and fifty dollars for
publishing the Commissioner report.
The law allows these publishers one dol.
lar square for the first insertion and
fifty cents a square for each subsequent
insertion for such matter, but il appears
they were not satisfied with this price,
and SO they charged and received price
and half for it. The Commissioners,
we are reliably informed, design COM
pelling these avaricious editors to fork
back the amount which they have un.
warrantably gobbled.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

THE RUSSELL HoUsE-Destroyed by
fire in August last is rebuilt, and else
where will be found the card of Mr.. &
Mrs. Russell, returning their gratitude
for assistance extended. The house
lacks still hundreds of little articles
which can alone be supplied by years OF
accumulation. We learn the relie
committee will make further effort tc
raise fund for furnishing the house.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
Live Agents Wanted.

To sell DIR. Chase's Recipes; or Infor-
nation for Everybody, in every county
in the United States and Canadas. En-
larged by the publisher to GAS pages
1t contains over 1000 household recipes
and is suited to all classes and condi
tions of society. A wonderful book and
household necessity. 1t sells at sight
Greatest inducements ever offered tC
book agents. Sample copies sent by
mail. Postpaid, for $500. Exclusiv,
territory given. Agents more thar
double their money. Address DIR
Chase's Steam Printing House. Anr
Arbor, Michigan. SAM
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
BAYLIES

Great Mercantile College, Keokuk,
Iowa, on the Mississippi. Prof VIM.
H. Miller, General Manager. Nine
teenth year. About Sixty dollars pay
all expenses, for Membership. Board
and Stationery. Bookkeepers, Penmen,
Reporters, Operators, Architects, Sur
veyors and Teachers thoroughly fitted
English branches free. Free Lectures
by Eminent Orators. Free Festivals
with Brass Band in College Hall. Free
furnished roems for self boarding. Tel.
egraphing free Short hand writing free
Good boarding clubs, and family board
Railroad fare deducted: Immense bust.
ness in Keokuk. No vacation. Address
Baylies College, Keokuk, Iowa. State
where you saw this advertisement.
v3nSy1
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

A serious mishap befell Master Will
lie Ward while "coasting" on the hill
near the depot. His little sled came in
collision with large one that was being
driven up the hill, and against which he
was thrown with great force-sustaining
fracture Of one of his thigh bones. He
was promptly taken to his home, and g
physician summoned.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

A novel and good way to secure ex-
cellent photographs at extremely low
prices, is through the clubbing SYSTEM"
lately introduced in this place by Mr..
H. A. Schwartz, the we'll known artist.
A few weeks since we made brief men
tion and explanation Of this plan, point
ing out its advantages as they appeared
to US. Since that time large club was
formed, and the pictures of each mem
ber "taken" and finished, ready for de-
livery. AS formerly stated, Mr..
Schwartz gives, as all inducement to the
public to patronize the "plan," prem
ium pictures to the lady, gentlem an.
Miss and Master, adjudged by disinter-
ested persons to have "taken" the best
pictures in the club-in the case of the
lady and gentleman, large photographs
of themselves framed and ready for
hanging, valued at $500 each; and in
that of the Miss and Master, each half
dozen photographs of themselves. The
judges for the first club gotten up in
this place, were Capt. Greiner, John O.
Skinner and DR.. Thomas, and one day
last week they convenedat Mr.. Schwartz s
| Gallery, and after long and careful
study of the hundreds of admirable pic
lures spread before them, arrived at the
conclusion that among the ladies, the
picture of Miss Aggie McCristal was the
best, and among those of the gentlemen
that of Mr.: Wal. Caine was pronounced
superior. From the pictures of the
little folks, those of Mikey Russell and
Mamie Mains were selected as the best
1t was our pleasure to be present at the
meeting of the gentlemen selected al
judges, and after an inspection of the
numerous pictures from which they
were to make choice Of the best, accord
ing to their ideas of excellence, we are
free to say that the task allotted then
was by no means an easy one. The pic
lures were all good, and it was hard t,
single out any, as better than the others
, Mr.. Schwartz is now organizing an
other club, and all those in town an,
the country surrounding, who desir
first class pictures, will do we'll to enrol
t themselves on his lists as membess.
For fancy goods, the ladies should cal
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Our THANKs-To the friends who
contributed to make up our loss by the
fire of August 10th, 1876, are hereby
most cordially rendered. Our home and
its contents were ruthlessly consumed
by fire. The aid of our friends and our
own endeavors have rebuilt good house
on the old site, where we are prepared
to entertain our former hotel customers
and such new ones as may kindly offe,
their presence. We hope soon to be
able also to announce that our loss Of
furniture and family heirIooms hal
been partially retrieved.
VIM. RUSSELL,
Mrs. RUSSELL.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
COLUMBUS, o., Dec. 20, 1876

William Knox walked from New
York down the Atlantic coast, along the
Gulf OF Mexico, across the Isthmus Of
Darien and up the Pacific coast to Los
Angeles, distance OF four thousand
miles. This story Knox all the othel
tramps out Of time.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
Mrs. j. H. willard

Respectfully announces to the people OF
Somerset, that she is now giving lessons
on the Piano and Organ, and from her
abundant experience in teaching, she
will guarantee satisfaction to her pat
rons. To those wishing advancement in
this art, we would advise them to call
early at her residence on North Colum-
bus street.
May Goth, 1874.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

BUSINESS DIRECTORY.
Rissler & Linville, dealers in Hardware, Ma
Stoves, Tobacco, &c.
Noah Swick, dealer in Groceries, Liquors, &c.
A. W. Thomas & Co. dealers in Dry Goods,
Queensware, Notions. &c.
Gutelius House, Ann Gntelius Proprietress.
Joseph Brown Fashionable Tailor.
Robert Forgraves, dealer in allkinds of Liquor
Whitmer Hite, Physicians and Surgeons.
Yost Groves, dealers in Dry Goods, Notions,
and all kinds of Merchandise.
Central House, Rousculp Bro. Proprietors.
Gutelius & Bro. dealers in Drugs, Medicines
Paints, Oils, and Liquors for medical purpose"
Frederick Steiner i Sons, Manufacturer
Harness, Saddles, &c.
E. s. Jefferson & Co., dealers in Dry Goodl
Groceries and Ready-Made Clothing.
c. E. Walker & Co., dealers in and manufac-
turers of Boots and Shoes.
Rousculp & Bro, dealers in Family Groceries.
w. H. Schenk, Physician and Surgeon.
T. J. Foster, Blacksmith.
N. L. Stevens, Dentist.
J. Dunwoody, Root and Shoe Maker
Peter RouscuIp, Blacksmith.
Stevens q Son. Carpenters.
II. Kochensperger, Wagon Maker.
j. Clemson, Plasterer.
| J. P. Deohant, Tailor.
| Lawyer Bros. Carriage Makers and. Painters
VIM Morris, Tailor.
Mrs. Susan Hudgell, Millinery and Fancy
| Goods.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
To Land Buyers
A FRFE RIDE!
OVER LAND GRANT ROADS.

OVEN LAND GRANT ROADS.
/ am the only agent east of the Mis-
sissippi River, acting under appoint
ment received from Governors of West
ern States. My duties are to see that
you get Reliable Information and the
Best Possible Rates on Transportation
Don't fail to call on or write to me be-
fore making any arrangements relative
to moving your people or property. /
Make no Charge for services.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

The New Lexington editors "measur-
cd mp" the Commissioner report as
"tabular work"-for ~hich the law al
lows price and half-and received
pay for il as such. There isn't table
In II, and /, is not, in any sense, tabular
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
Societies.

I. o. o. F.
Somerset Lodge No. 352, meets at Odd Fellows
Hall, every Saturday evening at o'clock.
NO. 76 F. d 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.
F. A. NJ. meets at Masonic Hall, on the Mon
day preceding the full moon of each month
Companions in good standing are cordially inyi-
tedtO attend.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
Ayers


For Scrofula, and all
scrofulous diseases, ,Ery-
sipelas, Rose or St. An
thony's Fire, Eruptions
and Eruptive diseases
of the skin, Ulcerations
of the Liver, Stomach,
Kidneys, Lungs, Pim-
.ples, Pustules, Boils,
] Blotches, Tumors, Tet-
ter, Salt Rheum, Scald
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Ifthere is any sense in taxing the peo-
pie to keep up party "organs"-and
county organs, at that-what reasonable
objection car there be TO taxing them to
build and snpport churches7. -.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

The gentleman who, several days ago,
proclaimed that the backbone of the
winter was broken" was slightly mis-
taken in his calculations. Hereafter,
his representations will go for naught.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
SAVE MONEY /!

by sending S475 for any 81 Magazine
and THE WEEKLY TRIBUNE Irregular
price S6), or 1918 for the Magazine and
THE SEMI-WEEKLY TRIBUNE re-
gular price S3). Adrdess
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, 1876-12-29

A number Of our citizens saw the big
meteor Of Thursday night, the 21st. 1t
was q rouRer.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Tom johnson purchased from his
brother Aaron, a few days since, the
frame building on the south side Of the
Square, occupied by the shoe stores and
shops Of Walker & Russell, and James
w Gravaa
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Attorneys and others having legal ad-
vertising 10 do. are respectfully invited.
TO give this Office trial. A considera-
BILE saving in the matter of charges may
be madc by patronizing the PRESS Office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Administrator and Executors No
,ices inserted in this paper at very rea-
sonable charges.
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A DyERTIsING: Cheap: Good

n systematically persons who con-
template making contracts should send
25 cents to Geo. p. Rowell & Co., Al
Park Row, New York, for their PAM
PHLET-BOOK (ninety serenh edition)
containing lists of over 1900 newspapers
and estimates, showing the cost. Ad-
vertiements taken for leading papers in
many States at tremendous reduction
from publishers rates. GET THE Book.
vODd0 I %
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Dsrst and Backenstos devoured the
roast 'possum at tho Festival-the skin
Of the animal was handed over 10 Doc
Skinner.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Mr.. Will Cassel OF the New Lexing-
ton Tribune force is enjoying short re-
spite from bis labors, and is Willing
away the time among the elect of this
vicinity.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Ed. Press: II any of your readers
would like to know how 'possum eats,
they can call on W. II. D., and c. B.
They say II is pretty burned good"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

A correspondence. from Nelsonville
wns received too late for insertion in
this weeks paper.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

A heavy snow fall last night and this
morning will make the sleighing "tip-
top" 90 TO speak.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

w. NJ. Ream has offered a reward Of
$4,000 for the capture Of the robbers
who went through his bank recently.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Young Hyson Tea, new and sweet,
The best in the market, at 81 per pound,
at Hamilton's store.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Come forward and pay up your sub
scription.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Frepb and superior groceries can be
had at Dittoe's ut all times.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

A large lot of Wall Paper, Window
Shades, Table covers, etc., very cheap
for cash at SINNERS new Drug Store.
Soft
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Heineman, the horse buyer, will be
on hand again January 9th. Bring in
your horses.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

Ben. Whiimer handles the best oys
tera the market affords.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29

No one in Perry CO., can beat Geo
Nichols on fine harness.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-12-29
Somerset Official Directory.
Somerset Church Directory.

LUTHERAN.
West Main street. Services every Sunday at
lOL A NJ. Sunday School A. NJ. Rev d. NJ.
Wiseman Pastor.
CATHOLIC.
South Columbus street. Mass at and 10 A.
n. Vespers P. NJ. Rev. d. I'll. Noon, Pastor.
East Main street Services at 10H A. NJ.
Sabbath School 9 A. NJ. Rev. ]. VanLaw,
Pastor.
East Main Street. Services at 1917 o'clock A.
NJ, and 7PM. Sabbath School at A N. Rev
d NJ Loucks Paster.