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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17
ONLY REMEDY
FOR HARD TIMES.
CHANGE YOUR SURROUNDINGS.

A IL wanting FRUIT FARMS, especially
n adapted to the growth OF the VINE, where
it is an established success and pays large pToff.
The land is also adapted to the growth of Peach
es, Pears, Apples and small fruits; also, Grains,
Grass and Vegetables.
Many hundreds of excellent Vineyards, Or
ehards and Farms, can now be seen.
THE LOCATION is only "a miles south
of Philadelphia, by Railroad, in mild, delight
iul climate, and at the very doors Of the New
York and Phi:adelphia markets. Another Rail-
road runs direct to New York.
THE PLACE is already Large SUCCESSFUL
and Prosperous Churches, Schools, and other
privileges are already established. Also, manu-
factories of shoes, clothing, straw goods, and
other things, at which different members of a
family can procure employment.
1t has been Health Resort for some
years past for people suffering from pulmonary
affections, asthma, catarrh, ague, and debility;
many thousands have entirely recovered.
A new brick Hotel has Just been completed,
100 feet front, with back buildings, four stories
high, including French roof, and all modern
Improvements for the accommodations of visitors.
Price of Farm Lands S25 per Acre,
payable in installments, within the period of 4
years. In this climate, planted out to vines, q
acres OF land will count fully as much as 10(
acres further north.
Persons unacquainted with Fruit Growing, car
become familiar with it in a short time on ac
count of surroundings
| ON ASGSEs anu 40" II
Lots, in the towns of Landisville and Vine
| land, also for sale.
Whilst visiting the Centennial Exposition
| Vineland can be visited at small expense.
paper containing full information, will b
sent upon application to CHARLES K. Ian
| DIS, VINELAND. n. J., free of cost.
The following is description of Vineland
published the New York Tribune, by tn
! well known agriculturist, Solon Robinson:
| All of the farmers were of the ''wel to do
| sort, and some of them, who have turned thei
attention to fruits and market gardening, hav
| sandy to clayey, and surface gently undulatine
| wet meadows, in which deposits of peat or muc
are stored, sufficient to fertilize the whole uI
| land surface, after it has been exhausted of ii
| natural fertility.
almost leuel position, and suitable condition fl
pleasant tdrning that ace kaolr of this side of IL
Western praiyieS. e found some of the oldest farm
apparently just proitably productive irhen FIR
cleared of forest fifty hundred years ago.
The geologist would soon discover the cause
this continued feltility. The whole country
| a marine deposit, and all through the soil "
found evidences of calcareous substances, gel
orally in the form of calcareous mari, showiI
many distinct forms of ancient shells, of the tie
J tiary formation and This mdrly substance is sea
tered all through the soil in Uery c0naminuted forl
and in the e1dct condition most easily dSsinaiated
such plants as the farmer desires to cultiudte
July IA, 1876. v414
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Wonderful Success.

1t is reported that Boschee's German
Syrup has, since its introduction in the
United States, reached the immense sale
of 10000 dozen per year. Over 5000
Druggists have ordered this medicine
direct from the Factory, at Woodbury.,
N. j., and not one has reported single
failure, but every letter speaks of its as
tonishing success in curing severe
Coughs, Colds settled on the Breast,
Consumption, or any disease of Throat
and Lungs. We advise any person that
has any predisposition to weak Lungs, to
go to their Druggists, Skinner & Bro.
and get this Medicine, or inquire about
it. Regular size, rs cents: Sample Bot
tie, 10 cents. Two doses will relieve any
ase. Don't neglect your cough.
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ST. NICHOLAS FOR 1875!

After two years of prosperity, unex-
ampled in the annals of juvenile litera-
ture, during which ST. NICHOLAS has
with itself all its strongest
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
critters in america, there will be stories,
poems, and sketches by some of the
most prominent English Authors. Ar
rangements have been made for 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 a continued story ot
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 Cdltoraia Colo
IL. 10 .t rAl lo-
yer.
J. T. TRowBRIDGE, author of the
"Jack Hazard Stories" will contribute
some highly interesting sketches of ad-
venture at BASS Cove"
"TAI.kS WITH GIRLS"
By leading authors, will be prominen
feature of the new volume. Especia
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 tn
pages for "Very Little Folks," are to b
more attractive than ever. The French
Latin, and German stories, or transla
ton, which have proved so popular, vii
J be frequent in the new volume. Som
of the finest works of the Greatest Paint
ers of the Century have been engrave
expressly for ST. NICHOLAS, and I'll
first artists of the day will c9ntribui
fresh and original drawings for mis- Fla
Art Magazine for the Young. Detinit
announcements OF many interesting an
novel features will be made in the D,
. cember number. st. Nicholas will COZ
t tinue under the successful editorship
3 MARY MAPES DODGE,
: And no efforts will be spared by editC
and publishers to maintain and increa'
the attractions and value of the mag
= zine.
BsS Subscription Price, $500 yes.
Single numbers, % cents; Bound No
umes, S4.00 each.
These volumes begin with Novembe
e The two now ready for 1874 and 1875 a
e elegantly bound in red and gold, al
+ form the HdndSomest Gift Books for ch
. dren euer issued We will send the ma
y zine one year, beginning Novembe
1875, and either of the volumes bour
= as above, postpaid, for 500; or, su
: scription one year, and the two volume
!, for $1,000. All newsdealers and boo
. sellers will receive subscriptions al
supply volumes at the above rates.
SCRIBNER 4 CO.,
743 4 745 Broadway, n. y.
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Reported for the Press.
Council Meeting.

Nc meeting of the Council of Somer-
set having been held on the first Mon
day night in this month, the Mayor call
ed special meeting for all regular bus
iness on Monday evening, Nov. 18th,
1876.
Members present-C. H. Hope, James
McQuaid, Geo. Brunner, and Samuel J.
Krumlauf. The Mayor being absent,
G. H. Hope was called to the chair. The
minutes of the preceding session read
and approved.
The following bills were allowed:
James McQuaid, coal oil S4.25, Geo.
Brunner, repairing shutters on cupola
Of Court House, 81 so; &. H. Hope, for
paint for shutters, S5 cents; John Culp,
for brick for pavement at M. E. Church
80 cents; Ashbrook & Ream for 20 bush
els coal, S1.S0; James Connor, for 113
bushels coal, $1O.21; Joseph B. Croft,
for services as lamp lighter for the Sec
ond quarter, $33.75; Mra. Russell for
boarding prisoners 20 cents; Samuel
Kagay, a half days hauling $l,OO; Eph.
Kagay, for half days hauling IS cents;
Dan. Krumlaut, for work done for the
Corporation $1.0O; Jerry A. Flantt for
services as clerk $4,000.
The Mayor arrived and took the chair.
The Mayor reported that he had exam
ined all the roofs and chimnies and
found that nearly all had complied with
the orders and requirements of the or
ders in regard to repairs.
On motion the Mayor was instructed
to notify the Trustees of the M. E
Church 10 put a new roof on it within
80 days.
Ben. Spencer complained about super
visor obstructing water opposite hi
E residence and, on motion, c. H. Hope
and Samuel ]. Krumlauf, were appoint
s ed to examine it, and also the alley be
!, tween Samuel Cassell's and Mrs Den
DIE, anu 10 make sucn repairs ah(
n changes that they might deem best.
r On motion, the Mayor was instrncte,
e to have the public well near the resi-
r dence of Mrs. Mclaughlin. cleaned on
e and pump put in it.
= On motion, the Mayor was ordered t
l. put up a watering trough, and fill up tn
place which has become miery at tn
. North side of the Public Square, and t
take out the pump at that we'll and pu
it in the well on West Main street, an
, was authorized to purchase the chai
pump which is now in the we'll. Th
Mayor was authorized to fill up the ar
!. proaches at the crossing at the Catholi
Church.
c. II. Hope was on motion, appointe
, committee of one to examine th
spouting on the west side of the Cou
House, and make such repairs an
changes as he may deem best. Sewers
other matters were laid over until ne,
session for want of time to act upc
them, and on motion, the Council a,
jourDed to meet on the first Monda
d, evening in December next.
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Rev. f. V. Bing, of the NJ E. Church,
who was brought before the Probate
Court Of Licking county early in Octo-
Der, and adjuged insane, has had re-
bsaring In his case, and been discharged.
The venerable gentleman is now in his
65th year. has been in the ministry forty
years, and in his old age is not willing to
be hustled out Of sight as "insane." He
Is Of nervous temperament, q little Pc
culiar 10 some Of his acts, but accord
ing to the view Of DIR. Black, is not in.
sane. The attempt to send him to the
Asylum, and the parties who were in.
sirumsntsl in II, have elected some &C.
we're criiieism.--[Newark Advocate.
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BAYLIES

Great Mercantile College, Keokuk,
Iowa, on the Mississippi. Prof. VIM.
II. Miller, General Manager. Nine
teenth year. About Sixty dollars pay
all expenses, for Membership. Board
and Stationery. Bookkeepers, Penmen.
Reporters, Operators, Architects, Sur
veyors and Teachers thoroughly fitted.
English branches free. Free Lectures
By Eminen: Orators. Free Festivals
with Brass Band in College Hail. Free
furnished rooms for self boarding. Tel
egraphing free Short hand writing free
Good boarding clubs, and family board
Railroad fare deducted: Immense busi'
ness in Keokuk. No vacation. Addres,
Baylies College, Keokuk, Iowa. Stat,
where you saw this advertisements.
| vSnSy1
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Thornville Business Directory.

CHURCHES.
German Reform; Rev. C. W. Hoyman, Pastor
Lutheran; Rev. IL. A. Becker, Pastor.
Methodist, Rev. J. III. Beery, Pastor.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

The New Lexington Herald has put
on a patent "oatside" from Cincinnati
house, and now appears in an enlarged
form. In justice to our neighbors Of
the Herald, We must say that they pub
irh an an excellent paper-at least SO
far as relates to local aGairs-and by
this new arrangement they are enabled
10 give much larger amount and great
er variety Of miscellaneous matter than
was heretofore found in their sheet.
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Agents Wanted for the Story of
CaaAaLE1 r 9ss @

Written by his father. complete account of
this most Mysterious Abduction and Exciting
Search. With fac-simile letters and illustra-
tions. Outsells all other books One agent took
so orders in one day Terms liberal. Address,
JOHN e. POTTER y Co, Publishers, Philadelphia
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

A number of the boys" were slight
ly ION it, Saturday night, and for the
delectation Of early risers Sunday morn
ing, they barricaded South Columbus
street with store-boxes, wagons, buggies,
barrels, ETC., and placed the cannon, sur.
mounted by DIR. McKinney's sulky, in
position in the Square, fanked on either
side by more barrels, boxes, &c, The
novel spectacle furnished theme for
protracted discussion by those Of the
citizens who came out and clustered up.
on the streets TO enjoy the morning sun
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

Since Thomas Johnson's laat "open-
ing," there has been steady run Of
customers at his store; and Tom. wears a
happy expression, indicative that things
are "panning out" to his entire satisfac-
tion. Now, il he had only put.a Man
sard roof on that Turkey foot house Of
his, many others would be happy, too!
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r Z p II = r r.

Since Rupture is dangerous and the Elastic
and other trusses injure those who use them, all
classes are throwing them away and using DR..
Sherman's Rupture support and Curative Com
pound which gives relief III all cases and res
torres the parts to natural vigor. DIR Sherman's
books with valuable information and likeness of
bad cases before and after cure sent for 10 cents
Office Ann street. New York Save his.
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He has replenished with a variety of choice
Family Groceries, and is determined to- keep
full and complete assortment of every t. hing in
his line, and hopes, by close application to bu-
siness, polite attention to customers, together
with low prices, to secure liberal share of pub
lie patronage. His motto is-READI- PAY
AND LOW PRICES. All kinds of
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

We learn that the freighting business
continues good on the Newark, Somerset
& Straitsville Branch Of the B. & o. r.
r. Immense quantities of coal and iron
are being daily shipped over 1t from the
mines and furnaces in the southern part
Of the county,
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I22aDOrt02lt Caution.

None are genuine unless the signature of ].
HAYDOCK. as agent for the United States, sur
rounds each box of Pills, and Ointment. A
handsome reward will be given to any one rem
dering such information as may lead to the de-
lection Of any party parties counterfeiting
the medicines or vending the same, knowing
them to be spurious.
"a"Sold at the mandatory of Professor HoL-
LowAY Co., New York, and by all respectable
druggists and dealers in medicines throughout
the civilized world In boxes at 25 cents 62 cents
and 81 each.
ss-There 10 considerable saving by taking the
larger sizes.
N. B.-Directions for the guidance Of patients
In every disorder are affixed to each box.
ONCE, liz Liberty Street New, York.
Nov II, 1876. 32v4y1
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Live Agents Wanted.

To sell DR.. Chsse's Recipes; or Infor-
nation for Everybody, in every county
larged by the publisher to GAS pages.
1t contains over 1000 household recipes
and is suited to all classes and condi-
tions of society. A wonderful book and
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, Sims
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D. a O. x. R.-strnitsviIIe Division.

.--.....---.-...--.ll:Uo 4. NJ
........-..........-..... .&S y. NJ
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY.

BUSINESS DIRECTORY.
Rissler Linville, dealers in Hardware, Ma
Stoves, Tobacco, &c.
Noah Swiek, dealer in Groceries, Liquors, &c
"A. W. Thomas q Co. dealers in Dry Goods
Queensware, Notions, &c.
Gutelius House, Ann Gntelius Proprietress.
Joseph Brown Fashionable Tailor
Robert Forgraves, dealer in all kinds OF Liquor
Whitmer & Hite, Physicians and Surgeons
Yost & Groves, dealers in Dry Goods, Notions
and all kinds of Merchandise
Central House, Rousculp & Bro. ProPrietors
Gutelius & Bro, dealers in Drugs, Medicine
Paints, Oils, and Liquors for medical pUrpos"'
Frederick Steiner x Sons, Manufacturer
Harness, Saddles, &c.
E. s Jefferson & Co., dealers in Dry GOoG-
Groceries and Ready-Made Clothing.
C. E. Walker & Co., dealers in and manufae
turers of Boots and Shoes.
Rousculp & Bro, dealers in Family Groceries
W. H. Schenk Physician and Surgeon.
TT. Foster, Blacksmith.
n. L. Stevens, Dentist.
J. DunwoOdy, Root and Shoe Maker.
Peter RouscuJp, 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 Fanc.
Goods.
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Something Worth Looking After.

1t is conceded bv all who have exam
ined n. Danison's New Stock Of Cassi
meres, that he has stock that cannot be
excelled in style or price. His store is
full of choice goods--all Of which he
will sell low for cash, or exchange for
Bntter, Eggs, Dried Apples and Poul-
try-or pay cash for them when goods
do not suit. Go and see him; it will
nav you. 30w3
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To Land Buyers
A FRFE RIDE !

OVER LAND GRANT ROADS.
/ am the only agent east of the Mis-
sissippi River, acting under appoint
ment received from Governors of West
ern States. My duties are to see that
you get Reliable Information and the
Best Possible Rates on Transportation
Don't fail to call on or write to ME be-
fore making any arrangements relative
to moving your people or property. l
Make no Charge for services.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

Miss Bell Keys and Miss Amanda
johnson, have formed a partnership and
will carry on the business of tailoring
and mantua- making in all its various
branches. Hair work done SATISFACTORY
ly on reasonable terms The we'll
known skill and taste of the above firm,
will ensure them full share of patron
age. Rooms in the Gallin Block, above
Mrs. Mccormick 5 store 80
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

So far as this locality is concerned,
there has been very little incorporate
language INDUCED in by members Of
either party, relating to the unpleasant
situation in which tbe country is placed
by the, thus far, indecisve Presidential
election. This speaks we'll for the good
sense Of the community-for in times
like these, the welfare of lhe whole peo-
pie demands cool and unimpassioned
counselings and actions from every citi
zen. II the threatening cloud which
hangs like pail over the Nation-only
now removed by few years from hor-
rible and wasting war, and whose terri
BILE effects are yet keenly felt upon every
hand, shall pass away, and leave
US unscathed, all who have INDUCED in
no imprudent or aggravating expires
sions, will EEL well rewarded by the
happy remembrance that they did moth
ing TO quicken the flames of passion, or
IN any wise obstruct the amicable ad =
justment of the great differences which
threatened the existence of the Govern
ment.
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A DVERTISING: Cheap: Good

n Systematic.-All persons who con-
template making contracts should send
25 cents to Geo. P. Rowell & Co, Il
Park Row, New York, for their PAM
PHLET-BOOK (ninety serenth tGition) /,
containing lists of over 1000 newspapers
and estimates, showing the cost. Ad-
vertiements taken for leading papers in
many States at a tremendous reduction
from publishers rates. GET THE Book.
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Rev. Van. Laws History Of Somer-
set Circuit, Ohio Conference, which is
printed on the outside of this paper.
will doubtless be interesting reading to
the members and friends Of the Meth
odist congregations in the Circuit.
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Ei0Wers-Beautifui Flowers.

Lovers of flowers are respectfully in
formed that all my Towering plants are
now in bloom, and that the same are
offered for sale at the lowest prices at
my Greenhouse on Columbus street,
Somerset. Ohio. p. G.. MATTHIEs.
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We would like to have all Of our sub
scribers who are in arrears on subscrip-
sion, to come forward and square up. II
they wish, they may all come at once
We are prepared to receive money
and pass over receipts as fast as the
"oldest Of EN-" and no matter how
great the crowd and rush, we will guar
sniee order and despatch in our deal
ings with all. Come on, friends, and
bring your neighbors with you'll
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2. Second bells shall ring long
enough for pupils to reach their rooms
from any part of the school grounds.
8. Pupils coming in after a second
bell has ceased ringing shall be marked
tardy.
4: Pupils are required to attend reg
ularly, unless prevented by necessity.
5. Pupils tardy three times, or absent
twice without good excuse, shall be re-
ported to the Superintendent.
6. Pupils, on arriving at the school
grounds in the morning, shall go imme
diately to their respective rooms and re-
main until recess, unless excused by the
teacher.
7. Pupils shall leave the grounds i'm
mediately at close of school at II NJ,
and 4:15 P. NJ, unless permitted to re.
main for special reasons.
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Notice.

All persons indebted to the late mil
linery firm Of Eva Chilcote and Lizzie
Levitt, are requested 10 call upon Miss
Levitt and settle their accounts. A
prompt compliance with this request is
desired and expected. Call at the old
stand, johnson Block, south side Square,
somerset, Ohio. 32
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John B. Larue died Of heart disease
last Saturday. He was formerly Of
saltlick township, this county; but sew.
sral years ago he parchased and remov-
cd upon the Carper farm, short dis
tance west Of this place, where he died
IS above stated. He was aged about rs
years
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

Those persons who have not yet paid
the sums which they subscribed as re-
lief for Mrs. Russell, are urgently re.
quested to call upon Mr.. E. T. Droege,
who has possession Of the subscription
paper, and pay the came.
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1t is the wish of the Board to make
school work the business of the pupils,
and the earnest cooperation of parents
and guardians is solicited in securing to
the young. and through them to the fu-
ture citizen, habits of business like at
tenhon, promptness, and accuracy-a lega-
cy, as business men know, far richer than
GOLD
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Mrs. j. H. willard

Respectfully announces to the people of
Somerset, that she is now giving lessons
on the Piano and Organ, and from her
abundant experience in teaching, she
will guarantee satisfaction, to her pat
rons. To those wishing advancement in
,this art, we would advise them to call
early at her residence on North Column
bus street.
May Goth, 1874. Z
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The village Of Mt. Perry, Madison
township, this county, is improving fine
ly. Quite a number of residences and
other buildings have been erected in the
place during the past season, and more,
We learn, are under way. ,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

Sergeant Lawler, Of the 5th U. s. Cav
airy, returned home last week, after sew
sral years. service. His Regiment has
been engaged in numerous battles with
the Sioux
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1876-11-17

The man who would poke fun at his
mother-in-law deserves to be driven out
of his own house. And we believe he
has been. Rochester Democrat.