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Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14
GOING WEST.

There has been very decided en-
igration this spring of farmers families
to the West. This has been particu-
larly the case from the Western Ma
1yland counties and northern Nir-
GINA. 1t is doubtless one of the eff
fects Of the long continued stagna-
ton of business. Many more would
probably 50 if they had the means.
Many who have gone, however, would
gladly have remained in their old
homesteads. 1t is after all great
trial to give up the old 'home place, y
near the pleasant village and the
church, the school, house and the
store, where the old folks settled
when they married and where the
group of fast coming children first
saw the light. But there ale ups
and downs and universities in all lives,
and the love of change and the hope
of doing better, and so for va
rious reasons the family comes to
the resolution Of going West. The
old look at it gravely as a step of in
evitable necessity. Not so the eager
sons and daughters. To them it is a
golden-tinged era Of new life and en-
ergy, of high hope and expectation.
And never did knightly warrior of
old romance go forth with higher ar
dour to win the beauteous prize Of
tilt or tournament than does the far
mer's son in the pride Of his strength
to win from the great West the tabled
treasure of its soil or mines. Nor
may the day be far distant ere he re-
visits the old stamping ground as
proudly clothed with the honors and
distinctions Of western political lie.
But to come back to practical views
In many portions Of the great West
there certainly are better opportuni-
lies for willing workers than are Of
fered in the older States in these
pinching times, when factories and
workshops are idle and business of
every kind staguant. But the diff
Guilty is IN knowing where to stop
Those who, lured by golden stories,
go to the Pacific coast run very
large risk Of finding themselves worse
off there than in the East. China
men have hocked into California and
Oregon in large numbers, and over
flowed into the mining districts of
Utah, Nevada and Montana. They
live with an economy which no white
man can approach, and are able to
work for a pittance and still save
money. Labor is thus more of a
drug on the Pacific than on the At
lantic slope, and men whose only cap
ital is their brains or muscles cannot
hope to better themselves, at least not
very soon, by crossing the continent.
A yet worse blunder are they making
who are swarming into the Black
Hills. All the accounts agree that
the gold there is scarce and hard to
get, and the limited mining district
already crowded with miners. 1t re-
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

In the investigation by a committee
Of the Pennsylvania House into the
charges Of bribery, in connection with
the passage by that body of An act
to regulate the amount of toll and
other charges to be levied and collect
ed by boom companies within the
commonwealth, " it has been elected
that money was offered to defeat the
bill.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Jas. Barry, residing at Spark s
Switch, on a line Of the Northern
Central railroad, was found dead
near his residence on the 9th inst.
AS no marks Of violence appeared on
his person, it was supposed that his
death was the result of natural causes.
Deceased was for some years troubled
with asthma, and was we'll known IN
the vicinity in which he resided.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The decision by the Court of
Appeals in the tax suit brought by
New York city against the Pacific
Mail Steamship Co., which was in ia
vor of the city, is to be appealed to
the Supreme Court Of the United
States. Meanwhile, counsel for the
company says that no judgment can
issue. The amount involved is 5000,
600,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Reports Of great restitution come
from Cape Breton. Over 800 persons
in the neighborhood Of Sidney are
said to be destitute Of the necessaries
of life, and the number is every day
increasing.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Texas papers are holding up their
hands in holy horror over much
married chap, who proves to have
wives in no less than ten different
cities. The in-ten-city Of that fell
lows affections fully justifes their ex
CARNATIONS.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

IF silver coins are to be substituted
in place of fractional currency, they
should be made heavier than the old
silver coins, because the quantity OF
silver which was worth dollar ten
or twenty years ago is not worth a
dollar now. So Of the smaller coins,
it takes more silver now to represent
thei. nominal value than it did when
those coins were first authorized by
law. The difference is great, and it
should be recognized in putting out
a new issue Of silver by meking the
coins really worth the value that Is
marked on their faces.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The owners of the steamer Octavla
are cited to appear before the prize
court of Havana within twenty days,
and make whatever declaration they
consider best. The decision in regard
to the vessel will be rendered on the
Goth inst.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The wholesale pork and cheese es-
Enlistment of j. II. Real & Co., Wa
ter street, above Chestnut took fire at
noon, Tuesday, and was totally de-
stroyed.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The committee on foreign affairs
have not yet determined whether they
will admit further evidence as asked
by General Schenck to show the real
value of the Emma mine, and that in
ferentially the sale was not a fraud.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Lille McCawley, aged nine years,
the daughter Of JOS. McCawley, a
switch man at the Relay House,
Baltimore & Ohio railroad, died from
the effects of injuries sustained on
Wednesday last. The little girl, in
company with some companions OF
her own age, was playing on the
sward a. some distance from her faith
er's house. They gathered some
brush into pile to which they set fire,
and were amusing themselves looking
at the blaze, and endeavoring to keep
it alive. Lilies clothes caught fire,
and despite her heartrendlng screams
no one came to her assistance until
she was frightfully burned ABOUT the
lower portion of the body. Her suf-
ferings were SO acute that congestion
of the brain cnsued, which finally
eliminated in death.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Messrs. Bryant g. King, leather
dealers, who lost 100000 by the
flood at Charlestown, Mass, offer their
creditors Is cents on the 81, unen-
dorsed notes at four, eight and twelve
months.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Mayor Latrob be has signifed his in
tention Of sending communication
to the councils recommending that
the inequalities Of the city be ex-
tended to Dom Pedro, Emperor Of
Brazil, should he visit Baltimore.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The foreign affairs committee in
the Schenck investigation have de-
ciued not to admit testimony with ref
erence to Lyons character for truth
and veraclty.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Col. Thos. A. Scott, President of
the Pennsylvania Railroad Co., in re-
spouse to an appeal by members of
Congress from Texas, has rendered
free passage to veteran soldiers of
the Mexican residing in Texas, to
and from the Centennial exhibition.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14
Take Notice.

4 S I am about to take charge Of the
"A. Store at Franklinville, formerly
carried on by A. F. OrndortI, | extend an
invitation to the public to give me call
before purchasing elsewhere, as | expect to
have my stock in good trim by the first Of
April At which time viii! sell very low
for Cash, thinking that system an advan-
tage both to buyer and seller. ~" | will
Still continue to close out the Stock on
hand at cost to make room for New Goods
W. l.. ARMACOST
mar25-4t*
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

REDUCTION IN TELEGRAPH RATES.
The Atlantic and Pacific and
Franklin Telegraph Companies an
nounco a further reduction in their
rates on and after April II, as fol-
lows: Between the principal cities
and towns east Of st. Louis and Chi
cago, inclusive, twenty words for one
half the price for ten words for day
message, the transmission to be at
night, and the delivery through the
post Office the following morning. All
messages arriving at their destina.
tons after s a. m, to be delivered by
messengers as heretofore.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The Centennial excursion tickets
are to be good for sixty days, instead
of thirty, as proposed by the Ticket
Agents Convention: There are also
to be half fare tickets for children.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Frank Rhorer, Chas. Gantz, and
Geo. Erben, boys belonging to New
port, Kentucky, were drowned in the
Ohio river, Saturday, at Cincinnati
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The committee of the Congregation
al Association have issued an urgent
call for new evidence bearing on the
charges against Mr.. Beecher.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

G. M. Wheeler, president of the
La Crosse National Bank, which is
reported to have defrauded its pa
irons out of $50, 1000, has given him
self up and is held in $50, 900 bail,
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

Chas. B. Wilkins, ex-collector of
internal revenue for the western dis
trict of Missouri, was arrested in San
Francisco on Saturday, on the charge
of embezzling $4,000 worth Of stamps.
He claims the embezzlemcnt was
effected by subordinate in his Office.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

In the election Of city officers in
Lockport, N. Y, Tuesday, the repub-
licans elected Saml. r. Daniels mayor
and three out of four aldermen.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14
In the New York Methodist Epis

Tn the New York Methodist Epis-
copal Conference, Saturday, the pres
dent of the Drew Theological Sem
mary made an earnest appeal for aid
Tor the Seminary. He said 1880, 900
per year could be contributed for
tour years at the end OF that time it
was proposed that the original subsidy
would be restored.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The discussing officer in the New
York postotlice building is to be in
vestigated under resolution of the
House, the appropriation committee
having discovered that this official
has involved the government in
1927 600 in excess Of the approprl-
alton, which is violation Of the law
The purchases, it i: said, We're made
for furniture and carpets, and has
caused this large claim for deficien-
cv.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The rapidity with which real es-
tate is declining in value in Wash
ington may be inferred from the
statement that ex-senator Stewart g
house, costing $4,000, and the fur
niture 100000, can all be purchased
to-day for $4,000. The residence
of the widow Of Gen. Morgan L. Smith,
on the lab street circle, which, a
year ago cost $4,000, sold under a
foreclosure of the mortgage last week
for 500 200 Property is selling in
about the same ratio throughout the
city.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14

The great Corlss engine, which is
intended to furnish the motive power
for the machinery in Machinery Hall,
on the Centennial grounds, has ar
rived in Philadelphia from Rhode
Island. Some idea of its immense
size may be formed from the state
ment that its total weight is 1850,
5SS pounds and that 60 cars were re,
quired for its transportation to It's
destination, the freight charges a
mounting to S.. 44255.
Catoctin clarion. [volume] (Mechanicstown, Md.) 1871-1940, 1876-04-14
DYy Goods and Notions.
White Goods Department.
Or ESS Goods Department

cannot be undersold. My Stock OF
BLACK ALPACAS is acknowledged by
wholesale men to be cheaper than they
can sell them. 70
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

The new styles Of Jewelry Tor the ensuing year
More lovely and pretty than ever apear,
And J. G. Curran has such O. supply
As will take with surprise any CoHuoisCur's eye.
So call and see
This j. g.. c.,
Ard he will make you happy be-
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21
Council Meeting.


lHepOTleu AOE lHc ItsS.i
Regular session of the Council Of the In
corporated Village of Somerset, o., April
II, 1875; the Mayor in the Chair. Mem
bers present-H.C Greiner, Geo. Brun-
ner, jr, w. H. Darst, James McQuaid,
and Samuel j. Krumlauf. Minutes of
the previous meeting read and approved.
NJ. G. Mains was allowed an order of
two dollars and seventy cents for
publishing advertisement for sealed pro-
posala for the bell ringing and lamp
lighting, and publishing the jury Ordi-
nance.
The following were the bids for the
hell-ringing and lamp-lighting: R. NJ.
Barber, bell-ringing, $42; Thomas
Smith, $50; Samuel Caine, bell-ringing,
S25, and lamp-lighting, $40; Joseph B.
Croft, lamp-lightinQ, $40.
The contract for the bell-ringing WAS
awarded to R. NJ. Barber at forty-two
dollars. The contract for the lamp
lighting was awarded to Joseph B. Croft
at one hundred and forty dollars per
year.
Joseph B. Croft was appointed Street
Commissioner for the ensuing year
salary, one hundred dollars.
The Mayor was instructed to have the
streets and alleys cleaned up in one
week.
On motion the Council adjourned to
meet on next Monday evening, at II
O clock.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Here is the model verdict of coro-
ner's jury: 1--WE do belive, after due in
quiries, and according to our best knowl
edge, that we do not know how, wh> n,
and where said infant came 10 its death" !"
A Western paper announces the i'll
ness of its editor, piously adding: "All
good paying subscribers are requested to
mention him in their PRAYERS. The 9TH
ers need not. as the prayers of the wick
ed avail nothing"
"Mus' brace up" said Sozzle, as he
stood on the doorstep at l a. M: "IH
never do let OF lady 'spect anythin';"
and. as Mra. S. descended the stairs, clad
in her robe de mutt, Sozzle braced up,
knocked the ashes of his cigar, and, as
the door opened, said, cheerily, "Hnllo,
Mira, (hic) up yet? Got match in yer
pocket" Ofcourse, she did nat suapecs
anything.
A pious father entered.a saloon with
horse whip one night last week, and
found his son playing euchre. He tan
ned the young mans jacket and sent him
home, and then sat down and finished
the game himself.
Two sons of Erin, shoveling sand on
hot day, stopped to rest, and exchanged
views on the labor question. "Pat. this
is mighty hard work we're at" at il
indade, Jimmy, but what kind of work
is it you'd like if ye could get iR"-
"WeIl," said the other, leaning re8ec-
lively on his shovel and wiping the per-
spiration with the back of his hand. "for
nice, aisy, clane business, think
would like to he bishop"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Mr.. L. J. Burgess, attorney at law, Of
New Lexington. made flying visit to
Somerset on Tuesday evening last, on
mission of mingled business and pleas
ure. He took cursory survey of the
surface objects upon this portion of the
globe, crossed palms with numerous
friends, and, after tarrying for the night
at the caravansera, sped away upon the
wings of the morning for Junction City,
to look after some pressing interests Of
an anxious client in that busy mart. We
are pleased to learn that Mr.. Burgess is
prospering, as he is worthy of prosperity
in an eminent degree. He is we'll versed
in the intricacies OF his profession; is
studious in his habits and attentive to
business entrusted to his care. Withal,
he is we'll up in affairs generally, and is
a pleasant, companionable gentleman,
sncially.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21
Published by request.l
Mankind are Brethren.
Tune-.unil Cnlnmbin. :,


Hail! Odd-Fellows' motto grand.
First of all It's Friendships hand,
Preferred in noble cause
To all who love Its equal laws:
And when the clouds of hate are gone,
Enjoy the peace our Friendship won.
Let friendship ever be our boast;
The bI,n.; ~ nj nerve of every toast;
Till T., inerhood shall be our prize,
And - affairs reach the skies.
Chorus:
OF one blood we're kindred made,
And by a Common Parent saved.
No sect, or party, foes should make,
OF good people, ride dtnake.
Immortal motto! rise once more,
And link with Love tn opposing shore,
Mankind cement in Brotherhood,
Until the Nile where Moses stood,
Unto the Danube makes its bow,
And hoarv Past salutes the Now.
Let Friendship ever be their boast,
The blood and nerve of every toast,
Till the Ganges and the Rhine
Bow to Friendships Holy Shrine.
Chorus-Of one blood, &c.
III.
Friendship, Truth and Love have fame,
In this land whence Freedom came.
Ring through the world with loud ap-
plause.
The triumphs of our HOLY cause;-
IT'LL Truth and Justice may prevail,
And every scheme of bondage fail"
And wars shall cease in every cline
Where Friendships grip ia felt snblime
And mans belief IN part or all,
/. not the weapon of his fall.
Chorua-For of cne blood, &c.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

The best coffee in town, only 25 cents
per pound at the Peoples Store
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Persons who desire to attend the Ball
on the evening Of the 26th, need not re.
frain from 20 doing npder the mistaken
notion that it would be supporting a se-
eret institution. The Odd Fellowr'
Lodge does not get cent of the ball
money, and would not receive it If ten
dered to it, because so many of the MEM
bers are religiously opposed to ball'.
The profits pay expenses, like all other
balls, and that is all. Don't be over
scrupulous, and miss good chance to
be sociable.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21
You can get more Goods
for the same amount
Of Money
HIGHEST Market Prices.

Dom Pedro, the Brazilian Emperor,
is swinging around the circle" in Uncle
had "lit out" for California, via the Z.
P. Railroad. and is. no doubt, by this
time flying about, gazing at the wonders
of San Francisco. 1t won't take him
long to get through with California, as he
is a rusher in the matter of sightseeing;
and when he gets that job off his hands,
he'll rush hack to the East and get him
self in trim for the big Opening" at
Philadelphia on the 10th of May. AZ
ter that, he will take it more coolly, and
leisurely.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21
Western Land Owners

Willing to trade for lands in this Sec
tion of Ohio. will do well to inform me
by mail, or otherwise.
1 have several farms TO exchange for
Western lands and some ready cash.
Also, Western lands and ready cash
to exchange for real estate in this sec-
tion Of Ohio.
] desire to increase both my list OF
Western lands and lands in this section,
ready for fair exchange.
MARTIN KAGAY,
80 Real Estate Agent.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

The Russell House in Somerset, is
one of the pleasantest stopping places
the traveller will find outside of the cit
les. It is roomy, clean, and desirably
situated; the table is always we'll sup
piled with good, substantial provender.
and the host and hostess are the most
hospitable ofpeople. Strangers and 9TH
ers will find good cheer and congeniality
abounding under its roof. Besides, the
bills are always moderate.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

COUNCIL.
T. J. Rissler, J. +. Lawyer, Nathan Dodd.
Marshal; :. T.. Moore.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21
To 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 share Of patronage, We are
Respectfully,
SO LoU. KULLMAN & BRO.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

The indications are strongly in favor
Of big gathering at this place on the
Goth. New Lexington, we learn, will
send big delegation, and will expect a
return from Somerset on the 4th of July.
Rushville, Uniontown, Shawnee, Bre-
men, Thornville, and many other places,
will send delegations.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Michael Stroll, citizen of Bristol,
and weigh master at one of the coal
mines, was run over by the cars last
Monday, near Anderson station, and
killed instantly, as it is supposed, al
though no one witnessed the accident.
1t appears the engineer was making
what is sometimes called running
SWITCH" and Stroll, not knowing or
thinkin ing that part of the train had
been cut off, was surprised and run over.
The body was horribly mangled, and
nearly cut in two. The deceased leaves
wife and child.-[New Lexington
Herald.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Those Odd Fellows who insist on hav-
ing good time on the night of the 26th
without going to ball. have concluded
to get their cake, lemonade. ETC., under
direction of special committee. and
will assemble in SINNERS new hall
Success to them.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

For Liver Complaints, arising faH.
lorpIdity u b an excellent remedy t stimulate
this organ into healthy activity, and produces
many remarkable cures witere other medieinea
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

SCOUTING done to order at reas-
sonabIe rates, and ALL GOODS
OUGHT Ar THIS ESTA BLLSH-
MENT CUT INTO GARMENTS
FREE OF CHARGE.
Nov 70 1879 81
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

We are informed that Fl f. Acke r, of
New Lexington, and Jos. L. Thomas,
of New Reading. have been appointed
School Examiners for this county, by
Judge James E. Fink.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Mr.. George Goldsmith, the horse buy
er, will be in Somerset on Wednesday,
the 26th inst, to buy horses and mares
for the New York market. He will pay
good prices for good animals.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21

Contributors of cake, pickles, ETC., TO
the Odd Fellows celebration, are re-
quested to deliver to the Committee in
the forenoon, prior to 10 o'clock. Don't
forget it.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-04-21
BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY.
Rissler 4 Linville, dealers in Hardware, Ma
Stoves, Tobacco, &c.
Noah swick, dealer in Groceries, Liquors sc.
A. ". Thomas Co. dealers In Dry Goods,
QueensWare, Notions, &c.
Gutelius House, Ann Gntcliuz Proprietress.
Joseph Brown Fashionable Tailor.
Robert Forgraves dealer in all kinds Of Liquor
Whitmer A Hite, Physicians and Surgeons.
GOst a Groves, dealers in Dry Goods, Notions,
and all kinds OF Merchandise.
Central House, Rousculp a Bro. Proprictors.
Gutelius X Bro, dealers in Drugs, Medicines
Paints Oils, and Liquors for medical purpOy~~
Frederick Steiner 4 Sons, Manufacture.
Harness. saddles, &C.
r.. :. Jefferson a Co, dealers in Dry GOOC.
Groceries and Ready-Made Clothing.
c. +. Walker x Co, dealers in aud manufac-
turers Of Boots and Shoes.
Rousculp 4 Bro, dealers in Family Groceries.
W. II. Schenk, Physician and Surgeon.
T. J. Foster, Blacksmith.
N. l.. Stevens, Dentist
J. DunwoOdy, Root and Shoe Maker.
Peter ROuscuIp, Blacksmith.
Stcvcns& X Son. Ccrpenters.
II. kOcheusperger, Wagon Maker.
J. Clemson, Plasterer.
=. p. DeOhant, Tailor.
Lawyer Bros. Carriage Makers and Painters.
VIM Morris, Tailor.
Mrs. susan Hudgell Millinery and Fancy
Goods.