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ST. NICHOLAS FOR 1870!

After two years of prosperity, unex-
ampled in the annals of juvenile litera-
ture, during which ST. NICHOLAS has
consolidated with itself all its strongest
competitors, the publishers find them
selves in position to promise that the
Third Volume, beginning with the num-
Der for November, 1875, shall, in its un-
usual attractions for Girls and Boys, sur
pass even the preceding volumes. In
addition to contributions from the first
writers in America, there will be stories,
poems, and sketches by some of the
rangements have been made for a very
interesting series Of papers on
WINDSOR CASTLE,
by Mrs. Oliphant, treating of its His
tory and the Child-Life of successive
Royal Generations.
CHRISTINA G. ROSSETTI
will contribute to the new volume
Louisa NJ. Alcott will write Marjorie's
Birthday Gifts" and other short stories.
Some articles on Astronomy for Young
People have been promised by the pop
ular English Astronomer, RICHARD
PROCTOR.
There will be continued story of
Life in Iceland by BAYARD TAYLOR.
In the November Number, the open
ing of the new volume will begin an
AMERICAN SERIAL STORY,
"THE BOY EMIGRANTs,"
By Noah Brooks, giving the adventures
of party of boys in the California Gold
Mines in TIE early days of the Gold Fe-
| yer.
J. T. TRowBRIDGE, author of the
Jack Hazard Stories" will contribute
some highly interesting sketches of ad-
venture at "Bass Cove"
talks WITH GIRLS"
By leading authors, will be a prominent
feature of the new volume. Especial
attention will also be given to
INCIDENTS OF AMERICAN HIS
TORY,
With spirited pictorial illustrations.
The various departments, "Jack-in-
the Pulpit, "The Riddle Box" and the
pages for "Very Little Folks" are to be
more attractive than ever. The French
Latin, and German stories, for transla
ton, which have proved so popular, will
be-frequent in the new volume. Some
of the finest works of the Greatest Paint
ers of the Century have been engraved
expressly for ST. NICHOLAS, and the
first artists of the day will contribute
fresh and original drawings for this Fin
Art Magazine for the Young, Definit,
announcements of many interesting anC
novel features will be made in the De
cember number. St. Nicholas will con
tinue under the successful editorship o
MARY MAPES DODGE,
And no efforts will be spared by edito
and publishers to maintain and increas
the attractions and value of the maya
! zine.
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These volumes begin with November
The two now ready for 1874 and 1875 ar
: elegantly bound in red and gold, an,
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dren erer issued. We will send the mag
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Didn't Make a Cent.

From the Detroit Free Press.
An unknown man entered a hosiery
store on Woodward avenue yesterday
and asked to be shown "a few socks."-
When he learned the price per pair of
wooden ones he put them aside and said:
II guess I'll keep on wearing cotton
ones. They say if you wear 'em right
along through the winter your feet don't
get cold"
Some cotton socks were handed out,
and he persuaded the dealer to drop
from twenty to fifteen cents per pair
Then he said:
81 can buy the same aa these in Tole-
do for ten cents"
at dosn't seem possible" replied the
dealer. "Will you swear to it?"
81 will. I'll make affidavit to the
fact"
The dealer told him to 60 around to a
| justice, make the affidavit, and he
should then have four pairs at 10 cents
per pair. Inc stranger was as good as
his word, and he chuckled and cackled
over his shrewdness until lhe document
was made out and he had been sworn
Then the justice remarked:
"a dollar is the fee."
Something came over the stranger a
that date. His knees wobbled little
and he swallowed as if something chok
ed him. He handed over the dollar
walked out, and the four pairs of socks
are still left on the shels If the shrew,
chap made any remarks to himself, he
probably whispered:
"Virtue is its own reward, and yor
are $50 pounds Of fool p
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06


Here is an incident Of real life which
contains in itself almost an entire play.
In one of the provincial cities OF West
Prussia, an official was lately surprised
by the visit Of a stranger who introduced
himself to the official or rather to his
wife as the friend Of a brother of the
latter, who thirty years before, when in
his seventeenth year, had emisrated to
America and had not been heard of since.
The stranger brought greetings from
the long absent brother, and had much
to say of his riches, reporting him mar
ried but without children This was
Joy ful news to the family, and as the
stranger was an agreeable man PERSONAL
ly, with nothing about him to conceal or
any selfish object in view, he was hos
pitably invited to call often while he
should remain in the place. Of this
permission he made liberal nse, intro
duced his wife to the family, and was
| soon we'll acquainted with their circum-
stances and the characters Of the mem
bers, of whom the second daughter, a
very young Miss, seemed to be his favor
ite. The American, however, had gross
ly deceived the good people-he was, in
fact, the long lost brother himself, was
much richer than he had reported, and
| soon showed in the most liberal manner
his affection for his relatives whom
while himself unknown, he had learned
to know well l,-having resolved to adop
the favorite daughter as his own child
1t is interesting to learn, in an authen
tic way, that such strange surprises ar
not confined to the pages of comedy o
romance, but actually occur in this mat
ter of fact, prosaic world.-[ Pittsburgh
Telegraph.
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Amongst a lot of five pigs recently
Uttered in this place, was one which,
had it lived and attained the ordinary
growth of hogs, would have proved an
attractive and no doubt profitable mat
ursl curiosity" for some perambulating
side-show; but, unfortunately, only a
brief tenure of life was vouchsafed the
animal in question. 1t had flexible
trunk, similar to an elephants, on the
end Of which was "snoot," and on the
forehead, Immediately under the said
trunk, was a single, large eyeball proyid-
cd with two pupils. 1t had no other
eyes, but was provided with another
"snoot" at the natural place, which in
general conformation, bore resem-
blance to the upper part of the head ol
a rhinoceros. The whole business u
was a curiosity, sure enough, and was
an evident attempt to combine in one
frame, an elephant, hog, and rhi
noceros, and with the important excep
tion that it lacked requisite vitality, the
effort was a success. Had it been en-
dowed with this latter essential, Hen
Walker, to whom it belonged, would
now no doubt, be making arrangement
to quit the boot and shoe trade, anC
shaping things preparatory to takin!
the road in the side-show business!
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

The roof Of the Methodist church
caught FIRE last Sunday morning while
Sunday School was in session, and the
flames we're just getting fair start when
the alarm was given. As large num-
Der Of persons happened to be standing
on the streets, engaged in the secular
business OF watching Forepaugh's show
pass through town, assistance was read
lily summoned and promptly At hand
and the flames were subdued before any
material damage had been done. A
spark from the chimney is said to have
done the mischief.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06
Change of Firm.

Having disposed of my interest in the
Meat Shop and the butchering business
to Lou. Kullman & Bro, am desir-
Gus of closing my books, and to that
end, respectfully requst all who know
themselves indebted to me to call and
make settlement at their earliest con-
venience. Without further notice, all
such accounts remaining unpaid by the
1st of February 1876, will be placed in
the hands of an officer for collection.
GEORGE KULLMAN.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

1t is very essential that all parents
should see that the future wants of their
families are secured, and we believe that
sending abroad our money for insurance
is false element in the logic of our
political economy. By investing a few
dollars in the Central Ohio Mutual ReEet
Association, of New Lexington, o., you
can place your family beyond want. Be-
fore becoming a member of other asso-
Citations, call on A. A. Finck of this
place, who will be pleased to give you
all the necessary information.
| 96wS
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BY ORDER OF THE BOARD

Jerry Flautt is prepared to repair all
kinds of guns and firearms, promptly.
and at very reasonable charges. He
makes a specially of re-boring double
barrel shot-guns. His shop is at the
west end of Main street, where all per
sons desiring any work in his line, will
find him in readiness to accommodate
them. Give him call He is an ex-
perienced and successful gunsmith
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

Those " our sub-criber- who purpose
paying subscription srrearages in coal,
are respectfully reminded that the roads
are now in as good condition for wagon
ing as they will be any time during the
Fall, and that consequently the bitu-
minous can be delivered now very nd.
vAn,ageously. Fetch it in brethren
Come right along. Don't be backward
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

II. A. Schwartz, the photographer,
will remain at home for the next four
weeks, in readiness to accommodate the
public in the matter Of picture taking
in sll its branches. During this time
he will receive in exchange for work,
all kinds Of country produce. Give him
call IL you wish anything in his line.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

ELoPEMENT.-We learn that Mr..
Jack Stoneburner. who has been recent
ly employed in gathering up produce"
throughout the country for Dittoe &
Hull of this place, eloped last Tuesday
night with Mrs. Guest, wife of Mr.. vii
liam Guest, who resides on a farm some
four miles east of town, and since their
unlawful departure have not been heard
from. Stoneburner is widower of
short standing, about 40 years old, and
Mrs. Guest is a young woman of rather
prepossessing appearance, about % years
old, and the mother of little boy about
years old. The boy she left behind
with some written instructions as to
what she desired done with him, as well
as instructions to her husband not to at.
tempt to follow her in her fight. The
runaway parties took advantage of Mr.
Guests temporary absence from home
to carry into effect their preconcerteC
! plans to glide ont"
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POstpOnement.

Owing to disappointment in getting
some of our furniture, we will be oblig
ed to postpone the opening of oui
schools until Monday, 10th inst.
Hon. c. s. Smart, State School Com
missioner, will be present and deliver
the address. The citizens of the distric
are cordially invited to be present anc
participate in the exercises.
RY ORDER OF THE Roam
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

Rev. Van Law will remain another
year as pastor Of the NJ. L. Church at
this place. The action Of the recent
Conference assigning him to further duty
here 10 doubtless very acceptable to the
members Of this charge. He is an able
and effective minister, and is generally
highly esteemed by the people of the
ytIlaoa
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

For Fever and Ague, Intermittent
Fever, Chill Fever, Renittent Fever,
Dumb Ague, Periodical or Bilious Fever,
&C., and indeed all the affections which
arise from malarious, marsh, or mias-
matte poisons.
This is compound remedy, prepared with
scientific skill from vegetable ingredients, which
rarely fails to cure the seyerest cases Of Chffls
and Fever and the coneomitant disorders Such
a remedy the necessities of the people In malsri-
Gus districts demand. Its great superiority over
any other medicine yet discovered for the cure
of Intermittents is, that 1t contains quinine or
mineral, and those who take 1t are free from
danger of quinism or any injurious effects, and
are as healthy after using 1t as before. 1t has
been extensively employed during the last thirty
years in the treatment of these distressing dis
orders, and so unvarying has been Its success
that il has gained the reputation Of being infalli
BILE. 1t can, be safely recommended IS a sure
remedy and specific for the Fever and Ague Of
the West, and the Chills and Fever Of the
South, which, once broken up by 1t. do not
return until the disease is again contracted
The great variety of disorders which arise
from the irritation of this poison, such O. Neu-
ralgia, rheumatism, Gout, Headache,
Blindness, Toothache, Earaehe, Ca
Affections, Mysteries, Pain I'm the Bow
els, Collie, Paralysis. and derangsmsnt Of
the stomach, all Of which become Intermittent
or periodical, have no speedier remedy than
AYERS AGuE CURE, which cures them all alike.
and protects the system from future attacks. As
l a preventive, it is of immense service in those
! communities where Fever and Ague prevails,
as stays the development of the disease II taken
on the first approach Of the premonitory symp-
| toms. Travellers and temporary residents are
thus enabled to defy these disorders. and few
will ever suffer If they avail themselves Of the
| protection this remedy affords.
For Liver Complaints, arising froni
torpidity ii is an excellent remedy; II stimulates
| this organ into healthy activity, and produces
many remarkable cures where other medicines
| fail.
Prepared by DR.. ]. C. Aver & Co.,
Practical and Analytical Chsnaistss
LOWELL, MASS.
SOLD BY ALL pRuooIsrs xykRrvuERE.
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Live Agents Wanted.

To sell DIR. Chase's Recipes; OF Infor-
nation for Everybody, in every county
in the United States and Canadas. En-
larged by the publisher to Gas pages.
II contains over 2000 household recipes
and is suited to all classes and condi-
tions of society. A wonderful book and
a household necessity. II sells at sight.
Greatest inducements ever offered TO
book agents. Sample copies sent by
mail. Postpaid. for $500. Exclusive
territory given. Agents more than
double their money. Address DR..
Chase's Steam Printing House. Ann
Arbor, Michigan. Sans
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

The Twenty. fifth Fairfield County
Fair will be held Oct. IL, II, 13 and IA,
1875, at Lancaster, Ohio. The people Of
our neighboring county always take
great interest in their Fairs, and they
always have large, creditable, and we'll
patronized exhibitions. To such de.
gree Of excellence have these Fairs at
tained, that they annually attract con.
siderable attention and patronage from
adjoining counties; and, as result o.
good management, favorable natura
surroundings, and hearty cooperation
OF all classes Of citizens, they are yearl.
growing in popularity and usefulness
The officers of the Society will pleas,
accept our thanks for complimentar,
tickets 10 their forth coming exhibition
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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,
36 Lou. .KULLMAN & Bro,
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George Jackson and..Wm. Bagley nave
formed a partnership for the purpose Of
carrying on the painting business In all
its various branches-psrticuIarly house,
carriage, and chair painting. Orders
left with either Of these gentlemen will
receive prompt attention.
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Look Here I

Good fresh Bread delivered at my
wagon every morning, at only cents a
loaf. This is cheaper and more conven-
lent than you can bake it yourself, while
good quality is at all times assured.
Give me call. FRANK EMMEnT.
3w24
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Sam. Wesiall is selling the Hayes and
Tilden pipe-an elaborately wrought
and beautifully finished companion"
for the smoker. The Insignificant sum
Of ten cents piece is all that Sam.
asks for these pipes. Call on him and
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

Forepaugh's display upon our streets
last Sunday morning was rather too
much for Romeo. It greatly disturbed
his equanimity, and on Monday morn
ing he mounted high-stepping charger,
caparisoned with rich and appropriate
housings, and, gaily following in the
wake Of the rear guard Of Adams stu
pendous aggregation, arrived upon the
plains of Limerick just in time to hear
the resonant notes and tinkling cymbals
of the band as the pageant passed
through the streets Of the village on tht
hill. He picksted his trusty ANNA
where the browsing was succulent and
abundant, and, escorted by a committs'
consisting OF Grotius Kronnibitter ant
Peter Mulroony-appointed by the cit
liens Of New Lexington to receive him, =
proceeded on foot to take In the wonder
of the showi
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

The Russell House is up and under
roof-And will soon be ready for occu-
pancy. IL is good, substantial job and
reflects credit upon all engaged in its
construction. The brick were laid by
Riley and Jerry Eckenrod. and the car.
penter work thus far was done by Ad
Nav and John Smith OF course I'm
clio Wiiiiam a'd hir boy- took sn nc
81. part in showing the building along
and il they keep On at this rate Of pro
grrr- with it, few weeks will suffice II
obliterats a very large proportion Of tb'
ungainly ves,iges of the fire in its imms
diate vicinity.
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BUSINESS. DIRECTORY.
Rissler 4 Linville, dealers in Hardware, Ma
Stoves, Tobacco, &c.
Noah Swick, dealer in Groceries, Liquors, SC.
A w. Thomas Il Co. dealers in Dry Goods,
Queensware, Notions, &c.
Gutelius House, Ann Gntelius Propretress.
Joseph Brown Fashionable Tailor.
Robert Forgraves, dealer in all kinds OF Liquor
Whitmer 4 Hite, Physicians and Surgeons.
Yost Il Groves, dealers in Dry Goods, Notions,
and all kinds of Merchandise.
Central House, Rousculp Bro. Proprietors
Gutelius & Bro, dealers in Drugs, Medicines
Paints Oils, and Liquors for medical purpoS"~
Frederick Steiner ( Sons, Manufacturer
Harness, Saddles, &c.
L. S. jefferson & Co., dealers in Dry GoodL
Groceries and Ready-Made Clothing.
c. E. Walker & Co, dealers in and manufac-
turers of Boots and Shoes.
Rousculp & Bro, dealers in Family Groceries
W. H. Schenk, Physician and Surgeon.
T J. Foster Blacksmith.
n. L. Stevens, Dentist.
J. Dunwoody, Root and Shoe Maker.
| Peter RouscuIp, Blacksmith.
Stevens & Son. Carpenters.
H. Kochensperger, Wagon Maker.
| J. Clemson, Plasterer.
| J. P. Deohant, Tailor.
| Lawyer Bros. Carriage Makers and Painters
| VIM Morris, Tailor.
Mrs. Susan Hudgell, Millinery and Fame!
| Goods
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

AIfew string words from Col. Joe.
Kelley on the eve Of the election, might
determine many doubling voter halt
ing between two opinions, which way to
travel. Therefore, it would be in order
for Joseph 10 elevate his ebeneezer.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

The census takers of the Young Mems
Christian Association of Jersey City,
report that there are "thirty five saloons
to each church in that city" Why a
church should have so many saloons is
something we can't understand. We
should think ten would suffice the largest
church in the city Norristown Her
aid.
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A New Restaurant.
SOL. LEWIS,
Between Hopes and Kempf's.

have on hand fine stock Of fine imported
liquors, such as Bourbon Whisky, Rye Whisky
Berliner Kummel W hisky, Gin, Holland Gin
London Gin, Brandies, Rum, and Wines of the
finest grades that can be had. Milwaukee La er
Beer, 40 cents gallon, six glasses for 25 cents.
Cigars. Fresh Oysters received very day.
23m3 SOL. LEVI.
September II, 1875.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

Myers & Yarnell are driving lively
trade in stoves. They handle some Of
the best patterns in the market.
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The dedicstisa ofihe new school house
has bs.n po,poned. See card from Board
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Resolution Of Thanks.

Rssolued, That Lancaster Chassis here
by returns its hearty thanks to the Pas
tor and Membership of the Reformed
Congregation and citizens of Somerset
for the kind and hospitable entertain.
ment il enjoyed at its hands; and that
the Pastor loci be requested to read thi,
resolution from the pulpit, and publish
the same in the Somerset Press.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

The case Of Kintz us. Harbaugh. no.
ticed last week, was compromised BY all
parties accepting the last surveyed
line,-ssch party paying bis own costs.
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Hamilton is Offering special induce
ments TO all persons wishing to purchase
ry-goods. See his latest proclamation
in another column,
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MARRTED-On the morning Of the
lat inst, by the Rev. d. NJ. Wei'man,
at the residence Of the brides father,
Benjamin F. Fisher and Miss Sarah G.
Annh1
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Good winter apples are bringing from
Is TO 80 cents in this market.
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Somerset Church Directory,

LUTHERAN.
West Main street. Services every Sunday at
1917 A. NJ. Sunday School A. NJ. Rev D. NJ.
Wiseman Pastor.
CATHOLIC.
South Columbus street. Mass at s and 10 A.
NJ. Nespers 3 p. NJ. Rev. d. IL. Noon, Pastor.
METHODIST.
East Main street. Services at 1015 A. NJ.
Sabbath School 9 A. NJ. Rev. J. VanLaw,
Pastor.
REFORMED.
East Main Street. Services at 1917 o'clock A.
NJ, and N. Sabbath School at N. Rev
D NJ Loucks, Faster.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-10-06

Does our constant chatter disturb
your" asked one of three talkative
ladies of sober looking fellow passen-
ger. NO, ma'am; J We been married
nigh on to thirty years" was the reply.
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Good cider i- selling at $500 barrel
in this market.
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III am sitting on the style, Mary
Storc,)
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Mr.. Chss. Cassil and family have re-
moved to Nelsonville.
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Thornville Business Directory.
CHURCHES.
CORPORATION OFFICERS.

German Reform; Rev. c. W. Hoyman, Pastor
Lutheran; Rev. II. A. Becker, Pastor.
Methodist, Rev. J. Ii. Beery, Pastor.
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"When the swallows homeward fly"
what news they carry Of cheap goods at
the Peoples Store.