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The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
wOMAN's EXTRAYAGANCE.

1t was midnight when he got home
She had arranged herself for the coucf
but she had not retired. She heard
him at the door, and she knew by the
way he got through it and the hall
that he had been looking after the IN
terests of the country with fieEce ASST
duty. Still she did not sympathize
with him. A woman rarely does un.
derstand craftsmanship. When he ell.
tered the room he found her confront.
ing him,
This is pretty time of night to gel
home,' she angrily said.
You upv he calculated. His hat
was on the back of his head, and his
hands were vaguely hunting around
for something.
'Of course I'm up. Do you sup.
pose l could go to sleep with you
prowling around town in all sorts OF
meanness ?
He stared at her with all his might
sif collecting his wits,
marie, wasser mean?'
You'd better go to bed; you're
drunk she asserted.
'Ain't drunk (hic) Slie!'
What's the matter with you then,
if you amt drunk ? she demanded.
He looked at her with his very best
endeavor to locate her whereabouts,
then he said:
Can you, as-as wo (hic) woman.
ash wasser masser with me? Where's
Belsnap? Find Bell (hic) snap. Ash
him--ash him--ash him.
Impulsively he caught hold of the
back of = rocker in time to prevent
himself from suddenly diving beneath
it, and then steadying his body, he
continued:
'Who ruined Bellsnap (hic)? An
sher me! Woman (hicl! We've talked
it up. Amt drunl-only sad (hic).
Extravaganza hash tum (hic) tumbled
our applicant. You're gone to ex-
trehmes--you're finery and hair-pins,
an knife-plaiting.' Here the rocker
suddenly left him and he caught hold
of the back of the lounge.] Been
down sthreet (hic)-talked it all up
woman's bad--feel bad myshelt (hic)
amt shure anyshing-everyshing 60
ing to devil (hic)--don't care-bussel's
biggern ever (hic) hair all over head.
He reeled around and caught hold of
the manlel.1 Air full posh straders-
get paper bag for you, Marie, Chic
can't sthand my wife goin' round with
No. shoe--can't sthand it, nohow.'
At this juncture Marie began to cry.
Steers won't shave you,' he hastily
added. Gosh to retrench-gOsh to
cut down bussel-shleeve oush hair
spins-go d-sheaded (hic) = make
Here he suddenly left the mantel,
swung half way round, and then went
down full length, with his head under
the lounge.
Aud Maria sensibly departed TO bed
leaving him there.-Danbury Ne,cS.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

TIE Florida orange crop for the
present season is 25,OOO,OOO, worth on
an average at the groves SIS per thou
sand, making $375.OOO. 1t is estimated
that there are now not more than s.
900 acres of young trees from four to
six years old from the bud, some bear
ing as many as 100 oranges the past
fruit season. Fer the next five years
it is believed the crop will gradually
increase from growth OF trees to 100,
100000 yielding a product of 2,25O.O 900
or about one. seventh of The product
of Palermo.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

"MY son." said Il Boston parent, as
his eighteen year old offspring stood.
carpet-bag in hand, upon the TIRES
hold, "yOu are going to the Centenui-
al, Promise me that during your alb
sence you will shun bad company and
keep your feet from the doors of ale
houses and billiard saloons." "Father"
replied the young man, with the
memory of the last caucus floating
through his mind, 81 cannot. l go
uninstructed and unplsdged."
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
HOW A KENTUCKY GIRL SERVED A
SLANDERER IN A SUNDAY-SCHOOL4.

Paducah (ky.) News.
We are informed that a pitched bat
tie was fought in the Sunday-school at
HOlt's SchOolhOuse, on the LOvelace-
vile road, about fifteen miles and q
half from Paducah, on Sunday last,
which for a cine created considerable
commotion, and resulted in the severe
injury Of young man known as
"Step-J Ohm Rudolph, "by young lady
named Miss Melissa Collier. 1t ap.
pears that Rudolph is very long,
tongued individual, aud that he had
slandered Miss Collier, who is con-
sidered young lady of excellent
standing in that community. Learn
ing that he was at the Sunday-school
above mentioned, and being exasper-
ated beyond measure, she armed her.
self with hickory-club and entered
the house crying. The Superintendent
was just about to begin to read chap
ter IN the Bible when he was inter-
rupted by the exclamation: Where
Is tut SCOuAOICI! 1HC WuOiC S0uOoA
looked up in utter amazement. and
discovered the lady making toward
the corner where Rudolph was seated,
with desperation in her eyes. Swing
ing her club as she approached Ru-
dolph, she was heard to say: "Oh,
here he is !" and whack went the shi-
lalah upon his head, giving him =
glancing blow, but of sufficient force
to knock him over on the bench. Be-
ing in corner, he could not get out
handily, and MISS e. seized the club
with both hands, and gave him ter
rible beating over the head, body, and
his arm, which he held forward for
protection. The Superintendent en-
deavored to hold the young lady to
prevent her from killing Rudolph, but
he could do nothing with her, and not
till further assistance came could she
be taken away from the object of her
hatred. Rudolph's arm was very bad
ly hurt. He employed GovernorKing
to assist Mr.. Samuel Bryce, County
Attorney, in prosecuting the case, and
the trial came off before Squire EN-.
NETT Rudolph, resulting in fine of
one cent and costs against the young
lady. John Rudolph was fined
81 --.-.-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
WHAT OUR erAsDmorHEEs prp.

Is there anything whereof it may
be said, "See, this is new? ?" Recently
Our readers were interested in an al
paca dress, sheared, woven and made
up the same day. But '"There is no
new thing under the SUM-" The s'thing,
or something like it, was done one
hundred years ago, and this story, told
by an aged mother to her children,
shows:
Late in the afternoon of one of the
last days of May, l776, when was a
few months short of fifteen years old,
notice came to Townsend, Mass, where
my father used to live, that fifteen
soldiers were wanted.
The train band was instantly called
out, and my brother, the next older
than myself, was one that was select
cd. He did not return till late at
night, when all were in bed. When l
arose in the morning, 1 found my
mother in tears, who informed me
that my brother John was to march
the day after tomorrow, at sunrise.
My father was at Boston, in the Mas
sachusetts Assembly. Mother said
that though John was supplied with
summer clothes, he must be away sew
en- or eight months, and would suffer
for want Of winter garments. There
was at this time no store, and no arti-
cles to be had except such as each
family would make itself. The sight
of mothers tear always brought all
the hidden strength of the mind to
action. Immediately asked her what
garments were needed. She replied,
'tPantaloons,"
80, if that is all" said 1, "we will
spin and weave him pair before he
goes"
"Tut," said my mother, ssthe wool is
on the sleeps back, and the sheep are
in the pasture"
Immediately turned to younger
brother, and babe him take salt dish
and call them into the yard.
Mother replied, "Poor child! there
are no sheep-shears within three miles
and half"
"I have some small shears at the
loom," said.
"But we can't spin and weave in so
short time"
"I am certain we can, mother"
GLOW can you weave it? There is
long web of linen in the loom."
"No matter; can find an extra
loom.">
By this time the sound Of the sheep
made me quicken my steps toward the
yard. l requested my sister to bring
the wheel and cords, while L went for
the wool. l went to the yard with my
brother, and secured white sheep,
from which sheared with my loom
shears half enough for the web; we
then let her go with the rest of the
flock l sent the wool in with my sis
ter. Luther ran Off for black sheep,
and held her while cut off wool for
my filling and half the warp, and then
allowed her to go with the remaining
part of her fleece.
The wool thus obtained was duly
carded and spun, washed, sized and
dr;e loom was found few doors
off, the web got in, woven, and pre-
pared, cut and made, two or three
hours before my brothers departure,
that is to say, forty hours from the
commencement.
The good old lady closed by saying:
81 felt no WEAKNESS, wept not,-I
was serving my country;I was pre-
pairing a garment for my darling
brother. The garment finished, re-
tired and wept, till my overcharged
and bursting heart was relieved"
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

THE idea of making -four by chrush-
triphammers has been carried out in
England SO successfully that a pound
ing mill costing S 900 will produce as
much flour as a grinding mill worth
$4,000. TEis is a noteworthy differ
ence, and fact which deserves the
attention of mill builders in this
country.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

"WHEN was Rome built?" asked
school committeeman of the first class
in ancient history. "In the night"
answered a bright little girl. "In the
night" exclaimed the astonished ex-
aminer. "How do you make that
out?" "Why, l thought everybody
knew that Rome wasn't built in q
dsy,"
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

WHEN an Oshkosh clergyman stops
in the middle of his sermon to remark,
"DearIy beloved, it's awful dry"
thrill of sympathy pervades the entire
congregation, and in twinkling of
an eye hundred pocket TASKS are
flashing in the air,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
NEW TAILORING
e s t a b Ii S h M e n t

HI. G.. NIUETING

Would inform the people of Ravenna and vicin
ity, that he has opened shop in the Allen
Block, two doors east of B. Little's Grocery
Store, on Main Street, and is prepared to do all
work entrusted to him, in a workmanlikc man.
ner, and at reduced prices. From many years
experience in the business, he feels confident OF
his ability to give entire satisfaction.
Particular attention paid to Cutting Garments
to be made by women.
Ravenna, Oct. 1863. 5S-tf.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
y. T. HUTCHINS. w.B. THOMAS.
HUTCHINS & THOMAS,

Attorneys at Law, Ravenua. Ohio. Office in
Empire Building MIR. Hutchins will attend
at ~. Germs of the Common Pleas and District
Courts in Portage County Ally
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

WHEN we remember that the Re-
public is about to enter its second
century, and reflect how few men can
depend with any confidence on the
button at the back Of the neckband Oh
a shirt. it seems as though civilization
was almost failure.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

Attorney and Counselor at Law. Office
lover second National Bank. Phenix Block
= Ravenna, Ohio 169-tf-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22

/. H. 81 NJ. W-PHELPS,
Attorney ; sandCounselIors at Law.Rayenna.
: OIfio.4 Ofiiee over First National Bank, $50
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
L. w. MANSON,

superior facilities for making collections IN
ali parts of the United States Office over
First National Bank, Garrettsville, ONO.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
G.. II. GRIFFIN.
f. p. HATFIELD,

DENTIST. Office over First National Bank
L. Office hours from Il to p. m.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
Rates of Advertising
Business Cards.
FRANCIS l.. CLARK,

Mechanical and Architectural Drauehts-
man. Patent Office Drawing a Specially,
No ~ Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa.
June6,1S72. 19S-y-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
MILLIONS OF FISH DIsrsIBUrED.


A very large amount of work has
been done at the State Fish Hatchery
at Caledonia, near Rochester, During
the season of 1875 6, not yat closed,
there have been distributed l,46O,O
salmon and trout eggs, 25O,OO brook
trout, 10000 California salmon, 15O,-
600 whitefish, besides large quantities
of eggs of these fish. During the last
six years there have been distributed
from this single establishment 10, ,O0O,-
600 salmon trout eggs and fry, lO,-
100000 each of California and Ken
nebec salmon. In shad Matching s.
OOO, 1000 eggs were gathered and i'm
pregnated last year, a large part OF
W hich were put into the Hudson river.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
o,l,. Billiard !..!s.

Adjoining Reeds Opera House,
RAvENNA, OHIO,
"AS been newly and elegantly reftted. and
i i is one of the pleasantest rooms in the city
1t has three First Glass Tables, and keeps the
finest of Lager Wine and Cigars.
Fresh Bottled Lager for family use, delivered
Come one. come all. A. HERMAN. Prop'r.
Ravenna. June %. 1915. 356-tf
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-06-22
For Sale or Exchange.

T1H undersigned, for the purpose of chang
L ing business. offers his farm in StrectsborO'
o., containing 116 44-1OO acres, for sale cheap,
for cash or on credit. Would exchange for Wes
tern lands, or city or village property, small
place, not exceeding twenty-five acres.
G. FENTON.
Streetsboro'. Dec. 49, 1874. scott
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

CROOKED BATH.--A festive youth
of Carson having dined out, and not
being quite up to the little tricks
which Bacchus sometimes plays upon
his votaries, found himself rather the
worse from the mixture of liquors
he had imbibed; and having been
duly promenaded about the streets
by some young companions till the
effect was supposed to have passed
off, was permitted to go to his home.
Having the idea that bath would
tend to restore him to his usull full
normal condition, he proceeded to
the bathroom, turned ON the water,
soaped his cl thing from head to foot
and had entered the bath; but his
father, from the unusually awkward
movements proceeding from the
room, thought something was the
matter, made his appearance and put
an end to this novel mode of taking
a bath.
This prudent parent, in order to
avoid further tailors' bills, now sees
that his young hopeful is safely retired
before he seeks his own couch.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

FAREWELL BENEFIT.--The fare
we'll benefit of John Jack and the
Firmin Sisters was postponed until
tomorrow evening, when we hope
the National Guard Hall will be
we'll filled. To add to the interest
of their varied entertainment there
will be fencing encounter or match
between Mr.. Bothwick Reed, the
celebrated swordman. and Mr..
Sutherland, one Of the editors Of
the Virginia Chronicle" The latter
gentleman enjoys the reputation of
being one Of the finest amateur
swordsmen on the coast. This is
alone worth the price of admission.
but all should attend and assist an
unfortunate but talented actor.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

Snow STORM. - II commenced
showing night before last and has
continued during the following day.
Yesterday the buses running to
Gold Hill used sleighs, much to the
pleasure of all travelling that way.
This has been the heaviest snow
storm Of the season, in fact, none of q
like character has been experienced
in this section since 1867. A tall of
snow is generally considered dcsira-
BILE, il 1t is not followed by rain, in
which case more or less damage oc-
ours from the overflow which fol-
lows. It is to be hoped such an
event will not occur.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

The DEVILS GATE MILL SITE
1t is stated upon good authority that
the title of the DEVILS Gate mill, situ-
sted in this town, is affected by the
United states mining patent recently
granted to the South Comstock Min
ing Company. Tho mill company
neglected to file q protest against the
South Comstock patent at the time
application was made for it, and this
neglect, it is SAID, has cost them
their mill site.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

AT CosT.-People differ in many
things. Few men adopt the manner
of doing the same thing. 1t is true
we are all seeking wealth and happi-
ness; many act upon the same prin-
ciple, but apply it different, as our
natures and ideas suggest. For in
s;ance, some merchants desire from
SO to 100 per cent. profit on their
goods; others are satisfied with q
much smaller interest on their CAPT.
tai, deeming it better to dispose
larger quantity and thus make up
the difference. This is the case with
the popular firm of Weinberg & Co.,
whose elegant store is situated at No.
90, south C street, Virginia. They
are the most liberal dealers in the
State, and have one OF the finest as
sortment of goods ever imported to
this State. People wishing to pur-
chase anything in the dry goods
line will find it to their interest to
give them q call.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25
AMUsEMENT.-Pro Everett will

EMENT.-Prof. Everett will
give an entertainment this evening
at Odeon Hall, Dayton. We be-
speak him a cordial reception, rs he
is one of the best prestidigiateurs
we ever saw. His tricks are of the
Egyptian character and performed
with arms bare to the elbow, with
out the aid of curtains or screams.
and even mystifes the audience
while in their midst. He has n
number of new treats and feats
never before performed or attempted
by disciple of the black art. Such
an entertainment is a treat, espe-
cially in this dearth of amusement. y
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25
SYSTEMATICALLY said
IA little fun now and then
Il relishsd BY the wisest men.

hrslisAsd BY the wisest men,
We are not certain but we may be
liable to be sued tor SANDER if We
say this in relation TO our snowbs!ler;
but ss Senator, Sheriff, constable,
policeman, old Wagner and DR..
Schramm were in the melee, we sup
pose the danger Is not SO imminent.
But yesterday afternoon they did
have lots of fun. The white missiles
came SO unexpected and with such
force that 1t kept one constantly
thinking of the uncertainty of life
and busy cursing its unpleasant sur
prises. Several window panes and
saloon headlights were broken, and
some allowed their angry passions to
arise, but no. other harm was done.
The glass will be paid for, and those
foolish enough to get mad were
laughed at. Whenever stray China
man was seen the whole brigade
charged upon him, and safety laid in
the nimbleness Of his legs. 1t was
the first real good snowballing we
have seen for long time and Great
ed much amusement.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

DANCERS ArrENTIoN.-All youhg
and handsome men. all old and in
teresting gentlemen, will please
take particular attention to the fact
that they are requested to meet at
DR.. Schnabels Office below Armory
Hall this Tuesday, evening ats IL
o'clock, for the purpose of organ
izing terpischoresn club for the
winter and spring campaign. Fem
ner will furnish white kids, Van,
standing collars, Gowen, swallow
tails and pumps, Alex. cachous, and
Elliot, chickens for the supper.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

NEW PATENTS. - Through dis
patches to Dewey & CO., Patent
Agents, San Francisco, we receive
the following advance list of United
States Patents granted to Pacific
Coast inventors, viz: IS. HARRISON,
San Diego, Cal, grated entrance to
beehives; NJ. Laufenburg, s. F., pillow
points; J. O'Farrell, s. F., hydraulic
mining; E. O'Neil, s. F., process of
engraving on glass; E. j. Barlow,
wrench g cases); ID. w. i!unt, S. F.,
reissue, machine for kyanizing wood.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

CHISA New YEAR.-To-day COM
mences the glorious China New Year
and 1t will be celebrated in becom-
ing manner by Celestials. In vir-
ginia they will probably commence
shooting at each other and throwing
snnkpots through windows, beating
tom-toms, &C., 81. Lately the mem
oers OF the different companies have
been practicing target shooting that
their next fight may result more seri-
Gus. Some of our young and refined
youngsters, who 60 to Sunday School
and say their evening prayers, began
a bombardment of the Chinese wash
houses in the lower part of the town
oy throwing stones through the win.
vows. We regret Noble did not ar
rest some of them. They deserve to
be punished.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

PRosPEcTs.-Our places of business
never presented more attractive
appearance than at this season of the
year. All houses are offering the
strongest inducements for purchasers,
and at such prices as to preclude all
excuses for going outside of the city
to buy what we have at home. 1t
would be affecting an insensibility
Tor which we should have no credit
II We should fail to say that VIC are
exceedingly grateful for the generous
and cordial notices we have received
from the press, and the conmenda-
tons we find in our correspondence.
If it is feared by any that we are in
danger of becoming too much elated,
we are quite happy in saying that our
humility is in good state of preser-
walton. If there is danger that it
will spoil, we shall at once import a
critic or the toothache as an antisep-
TIC. Our friends may trust us.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25
GONE LITTLE INGtN."
10 the poor Iniin whose dntutored mind
He wears not much before aud . little less be-
hind.

10 the poor Iniin whose dntutored mind
He wears not much before sud . little less be-
hind.
As we remember him in our rem
iniscences of "the plains across"
but here In Silver City naked nature
modestly retires behind full seated
pair of store breeches and the "un-
tutored mind" is beginning to slide
out OF the nonadic grooves and
grasp after lettered lore as taught
by Prof. Jaynes and his capable as
sistant Miss Holmes Be she ever
so humble there's one like Holmes
to manage the Alpha of education,
allow US, parent-thetically, to re-
mark. As veriHcatiod of the truth
Of our assertions, let your reporter
proudly point out young Natchez-
Henry Natchez-the noble scion OF
poor but degenerate parents. Young
Natchez, who is twelve years of age,
is now one of the brightest scholars
in the Silver City public school,
being q good reader, writer and
speller, and already in the middle
Of some Of the more difficult
branches. Notwithstanding his edu-
cational superiority, he is not
proud, and still occupies q warm
corner in the maternal wakiups,
which so unpretentiously overlook
the city from a western hill.
Tall Injuns from little papooses grow.
And who knows but the brown
youngster may one day be Governor
Of his native state, a. Romaldo
Pacheco was of California.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

HALLEcK BRos.-These gentlemen
have a magnificent assortment of
furniture, crockery, glassware, car
pets, &c, &c, which they offer to the
people of this State cheaper than any
other house. Their place of business
is No. 65 South G street, Virginia.
They admit Of no superiors in their
line OF trade and defy competition
regarding prices and terms. Call
and examine their stock if you do not
buy.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

GRAND BALL.-On Friday even
ing Jan. 2sth, Prof. Varney, so we'll
known throughout the State, will
give at National Guard Hall, the
grandest ball OF the season. His
quadrille band is one of the finest on
the Coast, and none but the creme
de creme attend his soirees. This is
the opening party and no expense
will be spared to make it the event
of the winter.
Lyon County times. [volume] (Silver City, Nev.) 1874-1907, 1876-01-25

REMOVED. Internal Revenue
Office will no longer transact business
in the Odd Fellows building but
will be found at Room l, Bank Of
California building.