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The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

On Wednesday afternoon, Mr.. Thaddeus W.
Melchor, the well-known jeweler died at his
residence in this village of typhoid fever. Mr..
a resident OF this place about thirty years. BE
leaves widow and three sons who have all
grown to manhood. The deceased has been an
active and enterprsing citizen for the greater
portion OF bic residence here, always taking
lively interest in the growth and prosperity Of
the town.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

ST. NICHOLAS FOR MAY.-With its Nav num-
ber st. Nicholas begins new serial story. The
Cat and the Countess, translated from the
French by Thomas Bailey Aldrich. and ,l,us.
trated with sllhouettes by Hopkins. The Illus
trations to this story are novel and stirring
feature for St. Nicholas, and can hardly fail 10
make sensation among the boys and girls.
As for miscellaneous attractions. the largo
number Of them forbids even the mention of
all; but among the first are Mrs. Olphant,s
second paper on Windsor Castle Susan Coo.
idge's Talk with Girls on Ready for Europe =
and the two beautiful poems. The Palace nj
Gondoforus by III. II. and Snow Flakes by Mrs
Dodge. The stories Of Coughs Top-Kn and
The Dotterels Luck are excellent: and the
rhyme OF The King Of the Hobbledygoblins
with its fantastic picture, is feature in itseif
Mrs. Abby Morton Diaz contributes May-Day
play; Marion Harlaud has another Little Housa
Keepers Page, with fine illustration and the
department for Very Little Folks is toccupled
with charming poem, The Fate OF a Ginger
Bread Man, with little pictures by NJ. Woolf
Jack-in-the-Pulpit Is as brilliant as ever. The
Little Sohoo-ma am awards several prizes and
Deacon Green offers several more. The Letter
Box aud Riddle Box are crowded with good
things
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

In another place in this issue OF the TRUE
NoRTHERNER will be found the new advertise
ment Of Messrs. Rooms q Rousseau, manufac-
turers and dealers in harness. trunks, travelling
bags, whips and all articles usually kept by
dealers in their line of merchandise. Their
stock is very complete, and prices just as low
as justice to themselves aud their customers
viii warrant. We commend them to all who
may need anything IN their line as gentlemen
who viii at all times do the fair thing by a GUS
toner and render an equivalent for the money
received.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

A Caucus OF the Republican Electors of the
Township OF Paw Paw will be held at the Court
House, on Saturday, the 22d day OF April, at
o'clock In the afternoon, for the purpose of
electing thirteen delegates to represent the Re-
pubcans OF Paw Paw Township at the County
Convention. to be held at the Village Of Law
renee, on Friday, the 2sth day of April, 1876.
Dated Paw Paw, April 18th. 1876.
@. A. HARRIsoN, } Republican
X. w. MOVES, Township
o. W. ROWLAND, Com.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Last Thursday evening, 1. w. Wizards dam
gave way and let the water of the pond down
on the railroad bridge. Slight damage was
done to the bridge, which caused the trains to
stop on the further side of the str cam.
They now cross the bridge regularly.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

We understand that our fellow townsman,
o. D. Glidden, Esqr., is making arrangements
to enter into the newspaper business at Big
Rapids, where very excellent opening exists,
and where the establishment of one will fill
an existing want.
Mr. Glidden is unacquainted with the business
of making a newspaper nd we hope he will
not consider it out of ace II we volunteer
just the least bit of advice. Firstly, never cut
under, but stick to your price. Secondly, pro-
cure copy Of the latest edition OF
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

A New AMUSEMENT The latest amusement
is termed The Printers Delight, and IS per-
formed in the following manner: Take sheet
of note paper, fold it up carefully and enclose
bank note sufficiently large to pay up all ar
rears and a year in advance. And what adds
immensely to the feat 10 to send along the
name of new subscriber, with the cash to
balance. Keep your eyes ON the printer and if
you detect smile the trick is success, Try 1t.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Grand Rapids has dozen young lady notary
publics, and the bewitching manner in which
they speak the words "You do solemnly swear"
etc., will perhaps account for the hearty smack
susceptible young men give to the holy book as
they finish 80 help me God Post.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Adrian has a ladies' benevolent society that
looks after the ragged urchins OF that city. The
day after election little chap who was to re-
ceive new clothes was observed with pair of
new boots. "where did you get them ?" in
quired the lady manager oh, my father
voted yesterday" was the quiet reply.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

There will be a quarterly meeting for Paw
Paw and Wayerly Circuit Free Methodist Church
in Cooks Music Rooms, Paw Paw, commencing
Friday evening. April 2lst Services Saturday
at half past ten q. m, and two P. M, also on
the Sabbath. Signed,
J. W. SHARPE, p. G.
y. W. ABRAMS. Sec.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

like these, and then use them with diligence
and good judgment, and success will surely
attend you in this new venture. And finally,
as this bit Of advice costs you nothing, you
need not follow It unless you choose to do 30.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

The other day Mr.. B. Hyames, of Almena'
left at our house some potatoes OF the new
variety known as the Late Rose, which we find
to be OF very good quality. Persons wishing
to raise this variety can procure the seed Of
Mr. Hyames.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21
For best Photographs go to the
Excelsior GALLERY
of James H. Prater.

DoN'r FoRoEr That the WIGHT AGUE
CURE only costs so cents, is free from all
posons and never fails TO cure. Sold by Drug
gists. 10S7t13
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

We understand that Mrs. Elvira Hendrck is
on her way home from California, expecting to
arrive here the fret of June, Mrs. Hogmire,
a sister OF N. d. Richardson, who has been in
California the past'two years. is also coming.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Some public debates on the question Of The
Bible in the Public Schools, at Ypsilsnti. have
made great deal of personal feeling. Some
"big men" have been drawn into the ight and
the end Is not yet.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21
.Nplcs GieQning s.

Plainwell, Allegan county, has a woman
dentist.-The Detroit pin factory employs ten
men and forty girls.-Lieut.-G Holt has re-
turned from his European trip.-Hon. Allen
Potter, OF Kalamazoo, absolutely refuses to be
candidate for reelection to Congress.
thousand trees were planted in Kalamazoo last
Saturday.-The State Pioneer society will hold
It's annual reunion in Ann Arbor. June IA
horse fair will be held at Kalamazoo the first
week in Juns.-The next meeting OF the State
Pathological Society will be held in Detroit
June 26. 81 and 2S.-The Coldwater public
schools planted an even 100 trees last Saturday.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

The young people of the Free Baptist church
will hold an ice cream social at the residence Of
@. A. Harrison, on Tuesday evening, April 25.
All are cordially invited to attend.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

"Are you Married, my dear ? Z" asked an old
gentleman OF pretty girl with whom be CHANGED
to be sitting in railway carriage. mo-" said
she. "but I've sued . fellow for breach Of
PROMISE"
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21
Local Notices.
Prater's Excelsior Gallery
s the place to have your picture taken

Wanted-.An active man to sell, in Van
Buren, county, an article that every family
needs and will buy, when tested. Profits very
large. Call on. or address,
C. a. RUSSELL, Planwel, Michigan.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Mr.. VIM. II. Morland and Miss Martha NJ.
Pritchard, both of volinia, Cass county, were
married in this village the 18th inst, by Elder
VIM. M. Roe.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

II you want to buy Sewing Machine, call
on John w. Emery, Jr at his rooms, in the
Lyle Block, opposite the LIST National Bank.
moet CONVENIENT Machine ever made, and at a
lower price than ever before asked for first
class Machine. 1858
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Tho largest tree in Michigan, according to
Prof. Beal, is a sycamore or buttonwood tree
in or near Adrian. One foot from the ground
il measures SO feet and 8 inches in crcumfer.
ence and Elk feet up 1t measures &c feet 10
inches. II is 147 ieet high.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Matthews & Hutchins have received large
stock OF Wall Paper and Bird Cages. Call and
examine before purchasing elsewhere.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Married-In Bangor, Monday, April 10th, by
the Rev. A. ]. Hull, Mr.. Ed S. Vail and Miss
Maggie Ravens.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Ia commencing our New Mode Of
Business, we wish to make known the
principle upon which our business will
be conducted, and wish TO be distinctly
understood,
1st That We shall sell for Cash and
Ready Pay.
81 That our Prices shall be One
and the same to every body
Sd. That we shall sell our Goods at
a small advance from Cost, in oil case,
4th. That in no case shall there be
any deception used to sell our goods
and that all Goods that 10 not prove TO
be what they are sold for, may be return
ed, ard the money refunded
5th. That il is our det.rminati9n
all cases, never to be undersold.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Did you plant tree and
Do it with care
AS asked to do by the Governaire +?
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Died-In Bangor, April 9Th, of typhoid pneu.
monia, Butler Smith, aged Al years.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Read our Grand Rapids letter, published in
another column.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

The laying OF the corner stone OF the new
Episcopal church will take place next Tuesday.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Married-In the town of Casco, April 9Th
Mr.. Horace Crane and Miss Nancy Loveland,
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

The town board has appointed Henry Nc
Cabe constable, to fill vacancy.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

A child Of David Veach in East Decatur fell
into cistern April 18th and was drowned.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Dr. kinG's New Discovery.
This wonderful remedy contains some very
rare ingredients heretofore unknown to the
medical profession) which have proved to be a
certain specific for dry hacking coughs, tickling
in the throat, horseness, severe and stubborn
Coughs. difficulty OF breathing, wasting OF
flesh, Phthislc, Asthma, and all diseases OF the
throat, chest and lungs. DR.. Kings New Dis
covery will positively cure where every thing
else fails. Go to your druggist, Kilburr, d
Hudson, Paw Paw, get bottle OF this never
failing remedy, and your speedy cure is certain.
Trial bottles free. 1090tl0
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Bangor is making preparations for grand
celebration July 4th.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Centennial tree-planting was generally OBJ
served in this village.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

James Bransfield Of Arlington was married
to Miss Mary Hughes Of Bangor, April 9th.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Mr.. E. A. Blackman and family are visiting
at the residence Of s. II. Backman, Esq.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Elan Warner, Esq, is having his house re-
ehingled.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

Revival meetings are being held at Bear Lake
Mills
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21
TO HORSEEyII>.

The Night Hawk colt, THEODORE T1LroN, will
be found, for the season, at Bush's stable in
Gobleville from Monday noon till Tuesday
noon; Tuesday to Wednesday noon. at Bloom
tngdale; Thursdays at Streator's IN waverly /;
Fridays and Saturdays, at the stable Of Jerome
Hopkins, In Paw Paw, opposite Shows Foun-
dry; commencing May 1, and ending June /.
Young Tlton was sired by Old Night Hawk
OF Paw Paw, and was foaled July 8, 1872 ls
1874 hands high. and is as black as Night and
Hawk both. His dam was q noted high flier
well knownin Allegan for her beauty, very high
speed and endurance, and is now owned in Bat
tie Creek. | have not been able to trace her
pedigree. / understand that certain parties
owning Night Hawk stock are denying the ped
igree Of this colt. Any ono wanting to Use
him and is not satisfied as to his pedigree on
looking HIM over, will please make enquiry OF
his keeper. MIR. Hopkins. This young horse
took the first premium for grade stations, at
the Van Buren, county Fair, last fall
1899 JOHN KILLEFER,
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

to state that it represents the condition OF that
writer very fairly. We will mention, however,
that the photograph was not taken by Prater.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

SnlllH . dIeal tQQl 4 SnQG
9iM.
The cry has gone forth on the wings OF the
whirlwind, that we are Shoeing up the whole
county on a Contract, twenty five per cent
cheaper than YOU can steal theu.
2, Smith s. o..
Have alwas been famous for attracting crowded
houses. The great mass OF the people are
found purchasing at their establishment You
can always find your iriends and negh0ors
there, and II neighbor gets lost, ten chances
boots:-in fact every lady OF any account goes
to Smiths for Boots, shoes and Caters.
Your money we must have, and we shuralv
will take it from you il you enter our doors
You can't keep it il your enter our emporium
The temptation we hold ont is TOO great: the
Money will come.
No matter what others sell goods for, it Is
no criterian for US to go by. We are nearly
one hundred per cent below every tbeing else
In the market, and are rowing upthe whole
Boot and Shoe fraternity and expect soon to
l
Hurrah Boys, Now's Your
Harvest time flor buying Boots, Shoes aud
Caters.
Nelly Bly, shuts her eve
When she goes TO sleep:
And in the mornidg when she wakes
Dat eye begins TO weep:
She thinks our Shoes ar berry low
And all our CATERS too:
But den her purse Is lower still.
g. W at shall Nellie do.
HE Nelly. no Nelly,
Listen, lub. 10 me.
Go right straight down to Smiths store
Where all de ''blg bugs" be;
Dey keeps de berry bestest shoes
And sells dem orful cheap;
And for berry leetle cash
Dey gbs de biggest heap.
HE Nelly no Nelly,
Listen lub. to me.
De child dat goes up street to trade,
How green dat child must be.
Such lots of shoes as Smith Keeps
In dat great high, big store,
You better blive you nebber seen
On ole Virginia shore.
Hle Nelly, no Nelly
Listen, lub, to me.
Such stacks and piles OF boots and shoes
You nebber. nebber see.
So keep hour eye peel'd, Nelly, dear,
Fer OATS de store in town
Where ebbrcy boldly buys der shoes.
And whar dey do IL brown.
heapest Boot and Shoe store in the
United States.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

and be sure to verify the spelling of every doubt
full word by it. Thirdly, use the pen very spar.
ingly, a lead pencil may be used to limited
extent. Fourtbly, procure q strong pair Of
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

This bird may be re-
garded as a fair sample
of the rooster who at
tempted to deal us a
squelcher, IN last weeks
Courier. From the ear
xoorlyo xua ora araohlaH
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21
Business Notices.

Don't sponge your reading when you can get
it for only ten cents week at Rhoda's. Those
who.do not live near enough to enjoy the priv
ilage OF the Rreading Room, can have books or
magazines to take home at the same price.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

The River and Harbor Appropriate Bill Was
reported from the Committee on Commerce to
the House of Representatives On Monday last,
and was passed under suspension OF the
rules, without debate, by vote Of III to 30.
The total amount appropriated is e6,S72,S50.
The following are the appropriations for Mich
igan,
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

+. SMITH. Proprietor of Meat Market
D. corner Of Main and Kalamazoo streets TIL,
best ami Cheapes: r'ea'. "a toxin. Cali In 1854
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1876-04-21

John B. Upton and family have removed to
Big Rapids, which place they Will make their
future residence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1876-08-08
The New Candidate in Ino,aua.

til. r." writes to the Cincinnati Commercial
as follows concerning Gen. Harrison, the
new repu blican candidate for governor OF In
diana, in place OF Mr.. Orth, who has with
drawn his candidacy:
General Harrison entered the services in
1862, giving up his office as reporter for that
purpose. The character OF the m An was well
exemplified in this act. Gov. Morton, kuov
ing that Gen. Harrison had q young family
dependent upon him, and no provision 70 ade
for their future, said Ii was too much to ask
him TO give up his Office, but he Mortonl
would be glad TO accept his servlc rs liz rails
Ing regiment.
"No," replied the young man, eff n AXE a
list, propose TO go with him and stay a.
long as he does, If live as .ong."
De tCok ont q recruiting commission as
second lieutenant, and in less than thirty
days was IN Kentucky, at the head OF the
10Th Regiment. In 1853 be was musterei out
ofseTvice as Brigscier General.
b nee then he has been engaged In q sue
cesSfUI practice of the law, first aSSo-i stad
with Porter & Fishback, aud now with Hines
& Miller
The question remaining Is: VIII Gen. ii Ar
Tlson accept the nomination? He positively
refuSed IL when II was rendered him by the
state convention. What he will do now Is
not positively known, but IL Is believed that
me critical emergency VIII accommodate his
Will 10 the wishes OF tie pie.
IL will be sOrrow-day for " Jimmy Will
hams" II hedoes With years, the access OF
wealth aud comparative freedom from care
Gen. Harrison has become genial man He
Is exceedingly pop Liar as a speaker, adding
10 party logic fine strokes OF wit and hum Or.
His personal magnetism Is only eaualei In
this state by that OF Morton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1876-08-08
Mrs. Custer In Chicaxo.

soRRowFUL PARTY GOING HOME.
A party OF ladies IN whom a deep Interest
Is taken, just now, arrived at tue Palmer
noon. They were Mrs. tienerai Custer. MIS-.
COLONEL u. W. Yates. Mrs. Captain A, r.
smith, MIS-. Calhoun, and Miss Emma
Reed. All these ladies, except Mss Reed.
are tne widows OF the gallant Officers massa-
cred by The red skinned devils under sitting
Bull. Mrs. Calhoun, wife OF FIRST Lleuten-
ait Calnoun, Is sister or General Custer,
and Miss Reed IL his niece. Mr.. Reed step-
brother OF tue General, and Mr.. Richard A
Roberts, brother OF Mrs. y atss, have clarss
OF the ls dies. The ladies' were all attired In
ceep mourning. Trey received no Callers
LOOK supper la private parlor, aud left al
nine O'Clock last evening on tue Michigan
houn, Mrs Yates. and Miss Reed Will hence
forth reside In Monroe. Mich, while Mrs.
Smith will End home In the Interior q,
New York state. There are nov no widows
oil onlcers al Fort Lincoln, but the widowed
wives OF twenty two soldiers remain there,
mourning together their terrible bereave-
ment.
Mr.. Roberts says that Reno's men gave the
dead OF Clusters command rs decen; burial
as tie circumstances would a1mit OF. Taey
had but two spades. and while those were
being used Ia digging graves the colder
were scooping la the dirt upon the dead with
their plates, cups, and case knives, some
clawipg II In with their hands. The graves
OF The officers were carefully marcel. They
were buritj exactly ss they fell. A stake
followed ont In the centre and tightly
plugged, was driven out OF sight at the heal
OF each officers grave. In the hollow of each
stake was deposited q small roll or paper
upon which was written the name OF tae
dead one underneath. Corresponding num-
bers were prepared and are ia the keeping OF
Captain Nolan, OF the 1th regiment. Tue
fore being oriven into the earth.-t Chicago
ZtHseS, -Aug I.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1876-08-08

Col. MCCLURE thinks IL is pretty risky 10
venture prediction concerning the result or
the Presidential contest until the October
states have been heard from, yet ne IL in
Iflden. In conversation with q reporter OF
the Phtladelphia Sunday World on Satur-
day he said: III Ohio and Indiana both 70 20
the republicans or 10 the democrats, the
contest will be settled. would regard Penn
sylvsnia, New Jersey, New York, Connect
Minnesota, Colorado, Nevaaa, California
and Oregon as reasonably certain 10 follow
in November the united Lead OF OHIO ana
Indiana In October. Should Indiana vote
with the democrats aud Ohio with the repub-
licans, then there viii be q desperate battle
the result will be doubtful. with the chances
In favor OF Tilden- The great battle, there
fore, viii be In Indiana, for Tfiden aud Hen
bricks must carry that state In Octooer %
have any reasonably fair chance OF success
IN November. The republicans can afford On
lose IL, and yet have Q chance for success. Il
regard Indiana, therefore. as very likely 10
elect democratic state ticket In 0ctobsr L
Judge SO because IL Is naturally democratic
state, although very close. i should not ba
surprised 70 see Indiana vote democratic
and Ohio republican By about the same ma.
tority, and II SO, IL would clearly foreshadow
the election OF Tilden." Col. McClara then
settled the question OF ex Gov. Curtin's ats!-
tude by saying ''Gov. Curtin's position has
never been doubtful. He was engaged 70
speak In indiana for TIlden ami Hendricss
within week after the nomination. and as
soon as the campaign opens Ia that ., sts he
Will go there and devote a mouth to mat
contest, and will probably speak several
times In Ohio. where ne made such a very
marked Impression IN ls- S, I'm the campaign
friend OF Hendricks, and VIII work with a
WILL