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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
F, F, KQDkGIS Bitter Wine Of Iron

Has never been known to fail in the cure of weak.
ness, attended with symptoms, ndisposition to ex-
ertion loss of memory, dificlty of breathing, gen.
eral weakness, horror of disease, weak nervous
trembling, dreadful horror ofdeath, nlghtsweats
cold feet, weakness, dimness of vision, languOr,
universal assitude OF the muscular system, hot
hands flushing of the body, dryness of the skin,
paIlid cOuntenance and eruptons on the face pu.
rifying the blood, pain In the back, heayiness of
the eyelids, frequent blackspots flying before the
ewes with temporary sufusion and loss of sight
want of attention, etc. These symptoms all arise;
from a weakness, and to remedy that use DR.. E.
F. KUNKEL'S BITTER WINE OF IRON. Itnev'
or fails. Thousands are now enjoying health who
have used it. Get the genuine. Sold only in 81
bottles Take only E. f. Kunkel's. Depot and of
fee, No. $50 North Ninth street. Philadelphia, Pa.
This truly valI able tonic has been so thoroughly
tested by all classes of the community, that 1t is
now considered indispensableasa a tonic medicine
II costs but little, puries the blood and gives tone
to the stomach, renovates the system and pro-
longs life. -.
Price, 81 90 per bottle. L. +. KUNKEL, Sole Pro.
prietor, Philadelphia, Pa. Ask your druggist for
kunkels Bitter Wine of Iron. and take no other
make. Sold only In Sl.O0 bottles All others are
counterfeit so beware of them.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CANDIDATES Eoe THE SPRING ELEcTIOl


CANDIDATES FOR THE SPRING ELECTI0N
We are authorized to announce EDWARD NJ
GRIMES for collection as Justice of The Peace,
subject 10 the decision of the Democratic primary
meetings
We are authorized to announce j. O. LANG
HA Ms for Assessor in the Fourth ward, subject to
the decision of the Democracy. "
Wear authorized to announce q P. BOWEN
for Assessor in the Fourth ward subject to the de-
cision of the Democratic primary meetings.
We are authorized to announce LOUIS LoI'
CHoT as candidate for Assessorln the Eastward
subj ct TO the decision Of the Democratic primary
meetings.
we are authorized to announce EDWARD NJ
GRIMES as a candidate for Township Clerk sub
lect to the decision of the Democratic primary
meetings,
We are authorized to announce JOHN B. ADJ
ANS for Constable, subject 70. the decision of the
Democratic primary meetings
We are authorized to announce ELI WAGNER
for Constable subject to the decision of the Demo.
cratic primary meetings
We are authorized to announce JOHN b, TAH-
LOR as candidate for Assessor in the Fourth
ward, subject to the decision of the Democratic
primary meetings.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

THE man who tackled this notice up in con
spicuous place in this city never takes the papers,
and thinks printers ink superAuous and extrava.
CANT so long as he can swing pen and spell Noah
Websters style out of sight. Verbatim ct Hteratinl
we copy it:
"FoR SAIL. Notice to eny one desiring a hoam
out sid of the Cooperation, South of jacob Myers.
hairs Mill shops In. Shricks addition to Canton
it is up on the hill a nice view of the City new
hous With room good Ceiller and sumer
Kitchen and Stable and other out buildings The
lot contains 4 acre it is in parts Potato pach
Garden and yard under good fenceing Fruit of va
riOus kinds this property is Free from all encrm-
hranpa
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

At the Grand Charity Concert, at the Opera
House, on next Monday night, for the benefit of
Cantons poor, will appear the Nilsson club, in ex.
cellent selections George Doubles choir from the
German Reform church, the G. A. Band in fine
productions Miss NJ. A. Webster, and other music
al talent the best in the city. The proceeds are
to be used for the benefit of the poor and will be
divided and disbursed by committee of ladies
well known for their philanthropic labors in the
city Don't fail to attend.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
nREEr1NG kLoM pIrrsB uRaH.

On entering the fifteenth year of my experience
in the merchant tailoring business, desire to re
turn my sincere thanks for the gene GUS appreci
alton of my friends and patrons that has enabled
me to increase my business with such success
that am now prepared to open thisseason one o.
the most extensive selections of goods ever offered
to the community With increased facilities
venture to assure a continuance of the same un
remitting attention to the wants OF those who may
favor me with their patronage, whichhas secured
for me SO large share of public favor, and cor
daily inviting my customers and the public tC
visit my handsome store, where they will find al
elegant and beautiful selection of suitngs, and
where they will receive due eattention from my at
tendants Iremain truly, &c.
HENRY G. HALE,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
THE SMASH AT HOLLOW ASH
DEAR JOE

DEAR JOE:
You intimate that you want to know
AbOutthe smash
That happened down to Hollow Ash,
Well II there anybody knows,
He wears about my style Of clothes.
In short, then, twas Deacon Humper rsfuneral,
And everything was going well.
driv the mOurners and Joe Fresh,
He ehad the head of the prooesh.
Them TGmplar fellers from the town
With an excursion train came down;
And Just as they were coming back,
We was about to cross the track,
Joe turns around and says to me
And in his hand he held aV:
"I'll bet you this, that this here heaTse
viii cross ahead of that eXcurse"
Them mourers, they set up yell,
And then was missin' for spell.
1t war amazin' how that crowd
Cavorted upward in a cloud
They piled them victims on the sward,
About three-quarters of cord.
On top they put the Deacon's II eat
But where Joe went we all was beat.
sarched the pieces of that train,
And sarched, and sarched, and sarched in vain
And to this day it does beat me
Whar was the piece that held that V.
w. NYE,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
THE BEST PLACE.

The best is always the cheapest, in all branches
of trade and business this rule is applicable. The
hest and most complete meat market in this city
is that of Mr. f. X. Owesney, in the Cassidy block
two doors east of the square, where at all times
win be found complete stock of the finest fresh
meats of all kinds, good salt and cured meats bo
logna pudding sausages ETC., ttc Mr. Owesney'
experience and skill enables him to select and
dress his meat with the best judgement and there
fore, If you want the best, call on him for it.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

The Democracy of Paris township are hereby
notified to meet at the usual places of holding
primary elections in said township.-Paris, New
Franklin, Robertsville and Minerva, on Saturday
the 25th day of March, 1875, and put in nomina-
ton three personst to fill the Office of trustees one
person for cerk-one for each precinct two per-
sons for constables also two persons to fill the Of
fee of Justice of the Peace for said township. to
be supported by the Democracy at the coming
April election Poll book to be forwarded to
Abram stuckeys at.POIis, by noon on Monday
the 2Sth inst. JOHN CARSON,
Paris, March 6. '76. Committeeman
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
IMPORTANT CHANGE.

The large Carpet and Wall Paper House at 80
South Market street has changed in name from
Palmer & stall 20 ]. O. Palmer This house Is one
of the largest in Northern Ohio and the only one
in this section that deals only in Carpets Wall
PAPERS, Oil Cloths. and similar goods. Since the
change in the firm Mr. Palmer has reduced the
price of Ingrains, Brussels and all carpet goods
fen cents per yard, and made corresponding re-
ductlons in oil cloths and wall paper, His stock
is large and new and composed of the best goods
Don't fail to call, as spring is approaching.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
THE SEVERE WINTER

Followed by the rainy dubious spring and sum
mer of this year, has had effect, Consumption
threatens to regain its old dreaded slgnncance'
From it. first faint symptoms through Its harrass-
ing later stages, Halls Balsam for the lungs must
be called consumptivess friend. It's blessed relief
gives nights of peace instead ofhacking cough
subdues dreaded nj sht sweats and changes the
weak irritated feeling through the chestto seren
strength. For sale by all druggists Price SlOO
ner bottle,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

The Warren Constitution of last week publishes
the names of about two hundred and seventy-fve
of the unfortunate depostors in the defunct bank
of Gen. T. j. McLain. Quite number of widows
and orphans were heavy losers, Judge c. E, Gid
den is the heaviest individual loser, he having on
deposit IS, 800. Mrs NJ. b. Holman calls on Mr.
McLain TO explain why he received S11O from her
five days before his assignment was made, but he
has not yet explained, and perhaps never will.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Mr.. E. D. ELY, Of Canton, who was expected to
take possession of the Summer Hosse to-day, was
unable to come to satisfactory terms with Mr..
Sumner and left the city this morning not to re-
turn. His goods had been shipped to Akron, and
a corps of walters from CanIonhad been engaged,
but the goods were ordered back and the help
elegraphed not to come-Akron argus Mdr.1.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

The memorial services over the late isaac Harier
we're held in the NJ. E. church on Sunday after
noon. The large audience room was full and the
fine address OF Rev. L. NJ Kuhns was listened to
with close attention. 1t will be found in this
paper. Occupying the pulpit and assisting in the
services were, OF course Rev. c. w. Smith, pastor
of the church, Revs. McGregor of the Baptist
church, Park of the Presbyterian church and Eli.
son of the Second M f, church.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

ALLIANCE.-Ilrs. Andrew Burgett was, last week
taken to the Northern Ohio hospital for the in.
sane
Jacob Fox was tried last week before Esquire
Lewis for burglary, committed at the residence of
James Campbell, at Limaville last December In
default of 5000 bail he was sent to jail.
Doctor P. H. Barr is quite i'll with inAammatory
rheumatism.
Dr. Lewis is so far recovered as to be again upon
the streets. He looks little the worse for the
wear, but with naturally vigorous constitution,
will soon recover his wonted strength.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Now LET the nation rest in the midst of the Bel
KNAPP excitement, let things settle and be quiet
letthe whisky ring be forgotten until it is known
through all the land that the age Of Lomer Grif-
fin, of Medina county, has been positively decided
and fixed at III years. He has not yet acknowl-
edged that he ever played marbles 'for keep
with George Washington, or that he ever danced
the Virginia reel with Pocahontas, but he is
naturally bashful.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

DIsAGREED.-The jury in the case of Ohio VS..
Flnney, at Elyria, disagreed. The case came on
week before last. The defendant gave bail in
$1,000 for his appearance, Finney in 1875, cane
to Brownheim, in Lorain county, represented him
self as wealthy, and bought cheese and other
property to the amount Of $4,000 or more, which
was shipped to him at Pittsburgh, where he ope-
rated. McSweency was one of the attorneys for
Finney, and during the trial the court room was
crowded, especially during McSweeney's argu-
ment
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

FATAL ACCIDENT Thursday of last week, Mr..
Luther Woods, of LAGRANGE, was instantly killed
by falling tree. He and his son were engaged in
cutting timber, and were striving to fell tree in
the least time Mr.. Woods succeeded in telling
his true first, and commenced trimming up the
top, when the other tree came down, striking him
on the head, with the above mentioned result.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
SCBOOL ELECTIONS

The qualified eletors of Canton city School Dis
trict are hereby notified that, pursuant to law, a
meeting of the said electors will be held at the
hall of the west school building on West Tusca.
rawas street. on Monday the Sd day of April
next between the hours of o'clock a. m. and
p. m, for the purpose of eecting two members of
the Board OF Education to serve for the term of
three years. By order ofthe Board.
JOS A. MEYER,
Canton March Q. 1876. Clerk.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Real fields for enterprise deserve to be mention
ed. The United States Life Insurance Company
of New York, whose standing is so pre'eminent
has opened General Agency at 1876 Bank Street
Cleveland Ohio, under the management of Mr.
D. II Miner. skillIul, capable men, by speedy
application to Mr.. Miner, may secure very profit
able agencies.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

THE spelling match last Friday, at the North
school, between the North East, South and West
schools, was not fully decided The scholars
spelled two hours, and at the end of that time all
those of the East school were down, three were up
from the South, two or three from the West and
ten from the North, leaving the latter the best
chance of victory A number of good spoilers
were compelled to sit down for spelling out Of Or
H..
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Four Canton boys will ran for prize at the
Grand Handicap foot race at Friendship Park
Pittsburgh, nextweek. Bob Mesnar, ], hnny Hipp
Tom Vogelgesang and Fred. Kershaw, the latter a
spring maker at Ballard, Fast & Co.'s. The first
prize is $3.50, and if wishes could accomplish any
thing, that prize would come to Canton
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

THERE was fight last Saturday night in front
of Rawie's saloon, in which Ferd BrOwnewell is
said to have punished Jake Henry rather severely.
Billies, and other head ,peeers were freely used,
That's perfectly right; 1t is to be hoped the police
will never be around to interfere with any rows of
that kind Let them settle 1t among themselves,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

w. & L. E. R. Rive understand that one hun
dred laborers are at work on the above road di-
rectly east of Farview and that another squad is
at work in what is called backbone tunnel Work
will be commenced along the fine of the Pan
Handle soon. The contractor Gen. Mckee, issaid
to be a contractor of considerable reputation
| Carroll Chronicle
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

THERE was meeting of Rescue hose company
No. l last Friday evening, at which che captain,
Governor G. W, Lawrence, made a stirring speech
descriptive of the important of his momen-
tous lifetime. The boys listened with close atten-
tion and will do well to heed the advice given by
their gallant leader.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

A POTATO whisky distillery has been discovered
in Holmes county, and many of the prominent
citizens stand trembling in their boots through fear
of crooked developments-eels frogs and other
crooked things. 1t is not ryeght to make potato
whisky on the sly
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Spring styles in Wall Papers of all kinds and
Window Shades of every description now opening
at W. b. Perkins & Cos. Room mouldings of
every description, Shades hung in the very best
manner by experienced workmen. Prices as low
anywhere in the country. Stock the largest in the
county. S. W. corner Public Square, formerly at
Opera Block.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

MANY poor absorber of rum may experience a
feeling of gladness now; the dreaded stereotyped
expression, snakes in his boots" is now obsolete
and in its stead is used the mild harmonious term
birds in his hat" Next we may hear of man
being laid up with peach trees in his ear
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
A GOOD CUSTOMER.
He shuffled up the office stair

He shuffled up the Office stair
A farmer lad of twenty years.
There was some hayseed in his hair,
Likewise little in his ears.
He ope'd the door and looked within
With unsophisticated squint
Then intonated, with grin,
"Is this the shanty wharye print2'
The foreman told him, with a smile,
That he had struck the proper place,
And added "Work in finest 'tyle
We guarantee in every case"
"Well, said the youth, "heIe isa hat
For which paid three dollars down,
(But you don't care a cuss for that
Jest print my name thar in the crown
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

L. NJ. Davis, county Liquor Inspector, and an
excellent and enterprising young druggist, in
company with young man named Tucker of
Ann Harbor, Mich, have purchased the Eagle
Block Drug Store from Strong, Cobb & Co, of
Cleveland, late proprietors. These young men are
obliging competentand energetic and deserve to
meet with success.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
Cor. Sixth street and Penn avenue

CHILDREN CRY FOR CAST0RIA. 1t is as
pleasant to take as honey, as is absolutely harm
less II is sure to expel worms, cule wind collie
regulate the bowels and stomach, and overcome
irriiabiity caused by rash or cutting teeth It Is
perfect substitute for Castor Oil and for costive
ness in young or old there is nothing in existence
SO effective and reliable.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

House TO RENT,-The house first door east Of
the First NJ. E. Church, now occupied as the par
sonage, is for rent after April 1st Suitable for bu
siness and residence, VIII be rented all to one
person or business room and residence separately
1t would be very desirable for a clearinghouse
Apply to L. L. Ailler A. Kit, or W. r. shanatelt
ian17-tf
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

A HANDSOME young dy, done up in a renewed
pull back danced into the drug store the other
day, and with a stunning smile, sweetly asked
Johnny Geiger for a box Of Browns Bronica
Torches" She got EN- right away and it is to be
hoped she will no longer feel as though torch
light procession was marching down her throat.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
HOWARD THOMPSON.

THE LATEST, GREATEST, and most reliable
remedy ever put together by medical science fol
Rheumatism, Wounds, Swellings, Burns, Cakeo
Breasts etc. is the Centaur Liniment. There are
two binds, What the White Liniment Is for the
buman family the Yellow Centaur Liniment i
for spayined, lame and strained horses and ami
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

A MAN named Findull has written centennial
drama, in which George Washington stabs Red
dy the blacksmith" with cheese knife, and Buf
falo Bill is made to capture sixteen Hessans on
the summit of Pixies Peak. The auther will fin
dull appreciation of his work from the public.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09
COUNCIL pRocEEDNas,
MONDAY EVENING.

MONDAY EVENING, Mar, 6, 1876
Present. Underhill, President Cobaugh, Camp
bell, Bartlett Bechele, Cassidy, Leininger and Wit
mer
Minutes of last meeting read and approved,
PetiRoas. From Hremen asking TO have street
and alley crossings widened so as to permit wheels
of hose carts to cross over on them.
Referred to street Commissioner with instruc-
tlons to widen crossings
From citizens Of High Prospect and Chestnut
streets, asking to have said street Strengthened,
Mr.. Underhll thought the only way to settle that
difficulty would be to appropriate necessary prop
erty by legal proceedings. Council had vistedthe
streets more than once, and could come to no set
tement with the property holders The three
streets, though virtually one continuous highway,
run in the shape Of streak of lightning as seen
In old spelling book cuts zig2ag,
Referred to City Solicitor with instructions to re-
port how property may be appropriated and dam
ages collected
A verbal petition was presented from members
of the Evangelical church, on East Fourth street,
wanting walk laid from Tuscarawas nOrlhward
along Herbruck to Third street. Also asking for
crossing at Fifth street. Solicitor instructed to
draw ordinance,
Mr. Cassidy asked that cinder crossing be laid
on Bucher street Granted.
Mr. Barlet presented a verbal petition from Jno'
Correll, asking to have stakes set giving him the
true line of North Walnut extensions present line
does not agree with record. Agreed that Engineer
should test the present line.
Reports Of Committees; Tho committee appoint
ed to report on opening West Fifth street asked
further time to investigate Granted.
Committee on City Property reported that they
had rented the house on Seventh street rear of
Disciples church, to VIM, II. Ferguson for one
year from April lst, atSl75, Alsohad rented stable
on corner of Seventh and Court streets to W, s..
schertger for one year, at 500.
Report of Paul Field weighmaster approved.
Hose company No. asked for water works pipe
in their hose house. Granted, Also ordered that
a cinder walk be laid alongside said hose.house.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

IN the rotunda of the State House have been
placed on exhibition two liie.size portraits Abra-
ham Lincoln and Charles Sumner. They are the
work of William T. Matthews, and are labeled,
Painted for South Carolina. Columbus Dispatch
The artist is brother of Dr. ]. H, Matthews and
E. P. Matthews of this city.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

THE gang Of tramps, sixty-sevenin in number who
put up at thesoup-house the first day of stweek,
are an orgaAized gang, and are known among
their fellow tramps as the "The German Band"
Another gang, numbering about forty, is known
as 'the Moody and Sankey Band"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

The Pittsburgh Conference will commence its
session in the First NJ, E. church, in this city on
Wednesday the 18TH Bishop Merrill will preside.
The members will arrive on Tuesday the 14th-
most of them on the l46 p. m. train from the east,
and will be conducted to their lodgings
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

THE Childrens Home, south of Mt. Union, is
nearing completion. 1t is now enclosed, floors
laid and ready for the inside work. The institute
will not be formally opened until September list.
Dr. Buck and wife, of the ohio Reform Farm, will
take charge.-ReUieU.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Mrs Jones, wife of Chas. Jones, who escaped
from Jail last Sunday, came up from her home in
Alliance on Monday to hear the judge pronounce
his sentence. She was intown several hours before
she learned of his escape, and she exhibited
iov on hearing il,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

Canton has the boss moral man; he is dray-
man, and the pins came out of the hind end of his
dray and let the load slide off into the mud. 1t
was fine load, too; fne-cut tobacco but with ali
this sad and heart crushing misfortune the noble
business manager OF the twO.wheeled transport
didn't swear a syllable. No, he didn't he just got
down and kicked the stuliing ont Of his cargo
without word, and he isn't deaf and dumb
nithpr
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1876-03-09

IT has been suggested that the fellows who
broke Jail last Sunday had been practicing on one
of Blake's health-lifts, aud purely through mus
cular development, some of them lifted up the
corner of the jail while the others lodged out but
thatsa slight mistake.