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Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
A SknrulOnerntion.

Last Saturday, DR.. VIM. NJ. Eames as
sisted by Drs. F. D. Case and c. Fl. Eames
removed from Mr.. Frank Sweet a minnie
ball that had been imbedded in his right
hip for IA years. BE received the bullet
while in the army and has suffered from
it ever since. For the past year his suffer-
ings have been more severe than formerly,
andsthe prospects were that it void result
in his death. Ether was administered and
BY a careful operation the bullet was found
and removed. Too much credit cannot be
given to DR.. Eames and his assistants for
their skill displayed in performing 50 deli
cate task. The bullet which was consid-
erably fsttened out on one side was a
minnie ball and weighed one ounce. Mr..
Sweet viii soon be able to be about and we
trust regain his former strength and
health.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
MARRIED.

BRowN-Foor-Att the residence of A. G. Foot, in
Rock Creek, April 29th by Rev, R. W. Crane,
Arthur A Brown OF jefferson, to Miss Frances
NJ. Foot, of Rock Greek.
MALTMAN-LoOMs-In Jefferson, April a Mr.
James Mailman Of Austinburg to Mrs. Eliza a E.
Lo0mis of Jefferson.
HIcKoK-sTEvENs-In Jefferson, April %, Mr.
Brayton S. HickOk of Ashtabula, to Miss Bell
NJ. Stevens of Jefferson.
WlLDNG-NoRRIs-In Ashtabula April 2s, by
Rev. 1. o. Fisher, Mr. Herbert Wilding to Miss
Mary Norris, both Of Ashtabula.
GREEN -CHnsoN-InA Amboy. April %, by Rev.
o. T. Wyman, William L. Green, to Tennie A. .
Chilson, both Of Amboy.
MMLs-VIETs-In Amboy, April %, by Rev. R. F.
Keeler Mr.. James A. Mills of Petrolia City, Pa.
to Mrs. Ada N. Yiets Of Amboy, Ohio.
WRIeHT-LUoAs- Erie, Pa by Rev. P. P.
Pinn5y. Mr.. James G. Wright Of West Clarks-
vile, n. Y, to Mrs. Emeline R. Lucas of Ashta-
bula.
STow-SLocUM-In As1tabula 29th ult.. by the
Rev. DR.. Moore, Mr.. William A Stow of Kel-
loggsville, Ohio, to Miss Gertrude sloeum Of
Zumbrota MINI.
COoK-SCovILI.E-At the residence of the brides
parents, 26th ult, by Rev, JnO. Stafford. Mr.. Eu-
gene E. Cook of SaYbrook to Miss Sybil B. SEQ :
vile OF Ashtabula Harbor
RYAE-FMAE-In AshtabuIa, Gath ult., by Rev.
E. ]. Conway, Mr.. Thomas Ryan to Miss Han
nah Finan, both Of Ashtabula.
MCEUEN-WALToN-In SaybroOk, 28th ult., by
Elder R. Viets. Mr.. Frank G. McEuen to Miss
Ella R. Walton; both of SaybroOk.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
wan u stand the Test.

If you doubt the wonderful success of
SHILOH's CONSUMPTION CURE, ask those who
have used it what they think of it, or go to
your druggist and get bottle, and give it
a thorough trial. Then, if you are not
perfectly satisfied after using two thirds,
return the bottle to your druggist and he
is authorized to give you the price paid.
Is not this fair proposition? For Con-
sumption, Coughs, Hoarseness, Asthma,
Whooping Cough or any Throat or Lung
trouble, it never fails, If it does it will cost
you nothing. Upon this assertion it must
stand or fail. Call at our Drug Store and
get trial bottle. 10 cents, or a regular
size for 80 cents or $1.O0. For lsmeness
across the Chest or Back use Shiloh's
Belladonna Plaster which gives prompt re-
lief, A. R. Thurber & Co., Ashtabula.
Elsewhere by all Dealers. 1yeow1407
''HACKMETACK," a new and delightful
perfume, sold by A. r. Thurber & Co.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

At the last meeting Of the Council, DR..
J. C. Hubbard made few remarks to that
body, calling their attention to the dan
gers OF fevers resulting from the very bad
condition Of priyies in the city. He said
he had taken the trouble to walk along the
rear Of the business places on the east side
of Main street, from Centre to Bank street,
and counted ftty-seUel Of these fever pro
ducing places. nearly all in a very bad
condition. He advises the Council to have
the Board of Health give this matter their
attention before warm weather sets in.
The Council viii attend to it at once.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
NEWS.
FROM oTrR oyU,T CopREspoNDENTs
NEW LYME CENTRE.


A little Murphy missionary work was
done on Saturday and Sunday evenings at
this place, by Bros. Prosser and Reed.
Having driven down on Saturday after
noon, we brought up just before the heavy
shower at the hospitsble cottage OF H. A.
Reeve, ESQ.,. where we met with all the
heartiness and plenty usually found among
first class farmers. After the clearing up
of the rather eopious shower, we proceeded
to the neat little church, recently finished
by the enterprise Of the citizens Of the
neighborhood. A fair audience gathered,
notwithstanding the evening was not pro-
pitious. Everything had been thought
fully arranged for the Inauguration of the
work; some old. wheel horses Of temper
ance who had taken the pledge in the old
Washingtonisn times, were on hand, and
showed us their steady fidelity, in taking
hold Of the new movement, Rev. Mr.,
King, of the N. e. connection, was on
hand with a warm and earnest heart, and
the Bliss collection Of Gospel Songs, and a
good instrument and performer in the per-
son of Miss Latimer, with good choir,
were all in readiness, and after the usual
programme of proceedings, the net was
cast on the right side of the ship, and AZ
signers Of the pledge were enrolled,
Sunday night was pleasant, and the peo.
pie came in from all parts Of the town.
The South-enders, headed by their worthy
pastor, Elder Drake, were on hand in num-
bers and took an active and effective part
in the proceedings. The house was filed,
and the speaking was done to a cnnsidera-
BILE extent by home talent, which proved
of very oreditable character. The audi
enpe was In excellent humaF, and the num-
ber of signeFs was run up to 1876, A hap
pier and more generous aud grateful peo-
pie we have no where met. The Murphy
bond, so freely embraced, there is reason
to hope may have modifying effect upon
the hearts Of the citizens of the township,
and do much to establish trateFnal feel
ings among neighbors and friends.
Horo oro ba
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

The Murphy brigade in this county, the
R.oorter estimates at 10000 strong. This
is not an over estimate, by any means.
The Reporter bears the same testimony
10 the faithfulness and integrity Of the
Murphy boys in that place, that is appar-
ent in this, and elsewhere. The number
that have violated their pledge is very
s,,ou
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
Remoyed 20 New Yorlz.

Company which has been IN successful opora.
tion IN the manufacture and sale OF thelr Ad-
Unstable Folding Chair ct No, Sixth street,
YORK, where greater facilities win better ena-
pie tnen 70 meet the increasing demands OF
ooth Home and Foreign Trade. Recent Yalu-
able improvements adding strength and SIM
plietty, have established this chair as a gem
eral faEorlte, For conyenience, simplicit q,
durability and elegance Il Is unsurpassed.
Co., No. q Union Square, New York city,
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
council Proceedings.


The Council met in regular session last
Wednesday evening; all members present
except Field.
DR.. J. c. Hubbard made short address
to the Council on the dangers of disease
resulting from the very filthy condition Of
many privies in town, especially those in
the rear of the Main street stores. He ad-
vised the Board of Health to give this mat
ter their prompt attention. Committee on
Sidewalks made report Of walks needing
repairs, which was ordered to be put on
fle.-The Mayor appointed and the Coun-
Gil confirmed @. L. SeoVille as engineer Of
steamer No. 8, SALARY same as last year
$3.50; Paul C. Ford as captain of steamer
No. 8, VIM. Rennick as night watchman
and Chas L. Scoville as policeman.-Street
Comm. made q report Of the condition of
streets needing repairs, which was accept
ed.-A petition for sidewalk on Franklin
street was referred to Comm. on Sidewalks.
The gas bill for armories was referred to
Gas Comm.-The Chief Engineer reported
Protection fire company was in need of a
uniform.-lt was resolved that the chair
man of Fire Water Comm. meet Protec-
tion Co. and agree upon uniform.-The
Mayor and Solicitor were instructed to as
certain if there was an ordinance to pun
ish sharpers and persons having no visible
means of support.-The Solicitor was in
strncted to report what steps are necessary
to finish up the West street matter, to
prepare an ordinance for the collection of
poll tax, and to go to Columbus in the in
terests of the city in the Harbor annexa-
tion case, which is to be heard before the
Supreme Court on the 9th inst.-The bond
Of J. F. Eddy as Marshal was approved
The Clerk was authorized to purchase such
stationery as was necessary.-The pay or
dinance amounting to $s22, was passed.
/ Adjourned.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

The following transfers of real estate
have been recorded by Recorder Mason,
since our last issue:
AsHTABULA.
Francis E. Harmon to Mary Collins, IS
acres. $4,000.
Fisk and Morrison to Thomas Doohan,
- acres, in block 80, Harbor plat. $685.
Lydia A. and A. L. Rogers to A. Y. &
P. Railway Company, - acres. Quit
claim. $500.
John P. Robson and wife to Thomas
Doohan, village lot. &475.
Fisk and Morrison to Martin Joyce, -
acres. $3.50.
q. B. Tower to Mary E. Sheldon, village
lot. S6s5.
Henry Field to Arson Field, 1900
acres. $500.
H. L. Morrison to J. F. Sexton, -
acres, $500.
Fisk and Morrison to Michael Flynn,
5-100 acres. $500.
coNNEAUT.
George W. Putney and wife to Albert B.
Putney, Sc acres. 5000.
Harvey Putney to Polly and Janet Put
ney. Il acre. $500.
George W. Putney and wife to Henry
Putney, as trustee, Il acre. $500.
John A. Scott to Frank D. Fickinger,
acre. $1,9S7.
Benjamin and Nancy S. Gushing to Hugh
c. and Eliza A: Thompson, 109 $500
acres. $4,000.
Elvira L. Roberts and o. L. Roberts to
z. Monroe Darling, - scres. $3.50.
Alfred Blanchard to Laura A. Blanch-
ard. 8 acres. $500.
Josiah Hicks to Townsend & Babbit, -
acres. $2,50O.
Townsend & Babbit to Julia Ann Hicks.
10 acre. $500.
JEFFERSON.
John NJ. Walker to Enos E. Baldwin.
farm lot Il, 80 acres, and so acres in lots
IS and 16 east. $1,000.
DENMARK.
Lorenzo Wakeman ct al. to Joseph Kel-
ley, "a 75-1OO acres. $1,000.
Luther H. Cobb to Ann ]. Louer,
acres. 800.
SHEFFIELD.
Caroline Clute to Della B. Close. 80 A.
100 acres. $500.
James ShreYe and wife to Rachael
Brooks, acres and rods. $3.50.
i AUsTNBURe.
Mortimer Z. Baldwin and wife to Mont
gomery Stitt, As acre IN lot 26, and 4
acre adjoining. $1,000.
MORGAN
J. ". Maxwell and wife to Nancy A.
Andrews, 50 acres. $2,50O.
CHERRY VALLEY.
Admr. Geo. C. Clark to Hiram Crosby,
20 acres. $40.
PLYMOUTH.
Alfred H. Tracy to George H. Force, 10t
acres. $4,000.
RICHMOND.
John Proser to jeremiah Parker, II
acres. $40O. Gazette.
900 yards new Spring Prints, bes
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

No remedial agent has ever been offered to
the sick and debilitated at all comparable to
Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, in cases of re-
mittent and intermittent feVers, constipation
nervous ailments, rheumatism, and disorders
involving constitutional weakness or physi-
cal decay. 1t literally works wonders The
botanic ingredients which its spirituous basis
holds In solution, act like a charm upon the
stomach, and through the stomach upon the
brain, liver, bowels and nervous system.
There is nothing in its composition that is not
salubrious. 1t contains some of the most po-
tent tonics of the vegetable kingdom and the
juices OF the best aperient and anti-bilioUs
roots and herbs, combined with a perfectly
pure and stimulating element The bitters
are peculiarly adapted to those engaged in
exhausting or unhealthy occupations, as by
It's use strength is sustained and the ability
ofthe system to resist atmospheric and other
creased.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
AshtabUIa Market.
LOCAL NOTICES.

Diseases Heretofore Ineurable, such
as Bright's Disease, Diabetes, Dropsy, Paraly-
sis, Calculus, Gravel, Gout Rheumatism, Dys-
pepsia, Piles, and those of the heart. blood,
liver, skin, kidneys, bladder, PROSTATE gland,
premature debility, nervous exhaustion, lost
vitality in manhood, are all cured by nom
two to six bottles of DR.. 8. D. HOwe's Arabian
Tonic Blood Purifier,
Sold by, A. R. THURBER, & CO., Agents for
AchfabI1la
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

It is always pleasure to recommend a
good article, especially one that so sdmira-
bly, sustains all recommendations as does DR..
KNEES New Discovery for consumption,
coughs and colds, being perfectly reliable
in every respect. A severe cough or neg
lected cold yields readily to Its wonderful
power. By it the worst cases of asthma,
and bronchitis are cured in the shortest
time possible. Consumption and cough
worn patients will remember that this rem
edy is warranted to give immediate relief
DR.. Kings New Discovery is pleasant to
the taste and perfectly harmless. As you
value your existence you cannot afford to
be without it. Give it trial. Trial bot
ties free. For sale by A. R. Thurber & Co.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

Kennin VIM Keech Sylvester
Keech Sarah Keech Mary
Keech justin King ] W
Knapp Lille
LoOmis EN- Loomis
Ioomis R Latimer Mrs A
Latimer Lizzie Latlmer a X
Madden Chas Marion Sherrie
Marion Mary Mason ) A
Madden Annie Miller NJ V
Paine Charity Page Nellie E
Pelton Howard Pelton A
Pelton c Pelton L NJ
Pelton Elias PeIlett Martha A
Pellett S b Pellett Hattie n
Pellett Bertha Peck Antionette NJ
Peck Ives A Peck J S
Peck De Eta Peck Miss Annie
Reeve 81 A Reeve Julia R
Reeve w Reeve Hattie
Reeve Elizabeth Reeve Dell
Reeve Willie
Serlne Isaac Smith Stephen
smith Morris Smith Mrs Cornelia
Stevens Mitchell Smith In
Stone w Stone Susie
Tompkns Aga TOmpkins H
Trimmer E W
Woodwork Mrs A Warner Fl A-126.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
Concert.

A first class concert will be given at Aus
tinburg on Wednesday, 9th inst, by the
Austinburg Brass Band, Glee Club and the
Hopkins Family Quartette, for the benefit
of Prof. Hopkins. The lovers of good mu-
sic will find this an entertainment worthy
of their attention and patronage.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

Carlisle & Tyler are now receiving their
Spring and Summer stock of Dress Goods;
Shawls, Hosiery. Gloves, Notions, &C.,
which they offer at unusaIly low prices.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
DR., s. ID. HOWE,s
ARABIAN MILK CURE

When used in connection with the Arabian
| Tonic which gives strength and makes good
/ blood. and the Arabian Liver Pills, which
regulate the bowels and arouse the liver to
healthy action.
sold BY A. h. FHURBER & CO., Druggists,
/ Agents for AshtRbula, D.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

When you want the best Gunpbwder
Tea, you can get it for 9Oc per lb. at
Riddell's Store.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

New Dress Ginghams only ten cents
yard, at Carlisle & Tvler's.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

$500 yards new Spring Prints, best
makes, oply 81 cents per yard at
Carlisle = Fyler's.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

PARKERs GINGER ToNIo.=The most
useful medicine ever presented to the
public. This active and effieient reme-
terry, Cholera Morbts, Osqmps CSoiie, DgSpsp-
STA, Sour &0ndph, HeG4t-biii1l and llQflileRce,
and at the same time imparts vigor 70 the
gestion, To the nervous invalid and the in
ehriate, seeking 10 reform, II is OF the great
est value; its soothing and sustaining pow
reform, who would otherwise 1ail nom per=
vous prostration and want Of strength.
Travellers farmers, and others exposed 70 in
them: II protects nehody nom cold and the
effects OF variable climate and diet. tits un-
e0usicd as tonic In recovery nom fevers and
exhnustinR sickness and 1t Is especially valu-
able to the aged and feeble We feel confident
that after a trial Of this remedy no neFg0n
will ever want TO be without IL lFlS5a
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

VICTOR PoTAToEs.-A new article des-
tined to take the place of the Peach blow.
We recommend this Potato to the Farm
ers, as being the Best Late Potato raised
in the country. Its producing Qualities
and flavor will excel the Peachblow. We
have on sale few barrels for seed.
81. G. Tombes & Co.
ASbtobulo Anr;l 1e+b sz1 ot05
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

We are indebted to W. L. Thompson of
East Liverpool, o., for a copy Of his new
temperance song, "Don't Goout Tonight,
Dear Father" Both words and music are
touchingly beautiful. Price 35 cents.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
Fine white Carpet Warp s5 cents per Ib.
L Carlisle & TYler's.

Come try, then you viii buy, that choice
Japan Tea. SOC per ID. at Riddell's Store.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

New Window Shades and Hollands at
2 Gilkey & Perry's.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

Wonderful 46-inch All-gool Drap
d'Ete SO cts, New Spring Prints 8, Ladies
Hose z, Children's Trimmed Sun Hats "a,
Silk Handkerchiefs As. Corsets 80. The
Largest, finest and cheapest assortment Of
Trimmed Hats ever seen in the city. Read
the new advertisement Of the Ashtabula
Store in this paper.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

Landlord Adams of the HarbOr, has en-
closed Prospect Point to exclude horses
and carriages, and is fitting up the same
for pleasure grounds, croquet, sc. The
balls and mallets can be obtained by applv-
ing at his,ofice. 2t25
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04
Pleasant Duty.

The latest thing in ladies neck ties at
Mrs. Prosser's. Also the new lace bib
1O1 Main St.
Ashtabula telegraph. (Ashtabula, Ohio) 1874-1880, 1877-05-04

The following transfers Of real estate
have been recorded by Recorder Mason,
since our last issue:
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1877-03-01
HIIIsboro an d Piketon
Route,

The Piketon Courier of last week
says 1.-THE citizens of the western
part of this county are wakening up
to the Importance of having this
road built over the old Hillsboro and
Parkersburg road-bed, and we be-
lieve that if the proper efforts are
made at once the road can be secur-
ed. Let some one take hold of
of this matter and open correspon-
dence with the above committee in
regard to the advantages of this
route. Let the committee be i'll
formed at once what the people are
willing to do to aid the enterprise.
We think this is the shortest and
best route, and if the people come
forward and show their willingness
to assist in building the road, it will
doubtlessly be reported on favorably
by the committee. The work already
done on this route between Hillsboro
and Jackson will contribute greatly
to the result"
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1877-03-01
Truth from a Democrat.
WASHINGTON, Feb. Is


A well known Western Democrat
said, tonight:
''Of course our case is lost. Hayes
will now come in without further op-
position. I have worked with all my
might to prevent it, and to defeat
it at any hazard, but we are utterly
beaten at every point. I had per
sonal interest to spur me on, as I ex-
pected, and greatly desired, to go
aboard, but talk and work has been
to no purpose. We are beaten. The
worst of the whole thing is not the
present defeat, but the certainty that
with it, and by it, the Democratic
party is swept out of power, if not
forever, for long series of years.
It cannot now be rallied for sue
cessful campaign. The Republican
party will undergo a wholesome
change. know the new man from
Ohio WELL He will give the country
an honest, liberal and brilliant ad-
ministration, one in which honest
men will be uppermost, and one that
fair minded men of all parties will be
obliged torespect. 1t will draw such
strength to it that, in view of the
present division and defeat of the
Democratic majority in the House,
will keep the Democracy out of pow
er for twenty years, if it lives SO
long,"
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1877-03-01
Inauguration Day.

The Washington Republican says:
Inauguration day falls on Sunday,
March 4, and many are commenting
on the propriety of the ceremonies
on that day, or the postponement of
them until the following Monday.
In 1921 the 4th of March was Sun
day, and President-elect Monroe, not
knowing what was the proper course
to pursue, submitted the question to
the Supreme Court, which through
Chief Justice Marshall, expressed
itself as follows:
"The pageantry of a Presidential
Inauguration upon the Christian Sab
bath would be against the spirit and
genius of our American institutions,
customs, and laws; therefore, it's
pomp and circumstance must be
deferred until a secular day. Mean
while the President will retain his
office-till his successor shall have
been inaugurated, at twelve of the
clock on Monday, the 5th of March.
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1877-03-01
The Denver Guard Ball.

+ The Noble Light Guards and
Scott Dragons, of Hillsboro, came
in force, to the number of fifty, with
colors flying, each company uni
formed in gay attire and preceded by
a band of music. The confusion
thus occasioned was calculated to
shock, somewhat, the nerves of the
sensitive inhabitants of the quiet vii
age of brotherly love and non-com-
batants, but upon being assured that
the military meant no harm, but
were friends, who came to give their
village a benefit, quiet was restored,
in measure, and the military per-
mitted to select quarters at the West
House-the Denver Guards retreat
ing at the onset, and remaining at a
long range during the remainder OF
the time that the military occupied
the village. The civilians behaved
well throughout, especial
ly the ladies, who were observed of
all observers, and who alone are re-
sponsible for the prolonged occupa-
ton of their town by the military
Fayette Herald.
The Highland weekly news. [volume] (Hillsborough [Hillsboro], Highland County, Ohio) 1853-1886, 1877-03-01
HiIIsboro & Jackson r. r.

The Plketon Courier says:
The citizens of Hillsboro have ava
kened to the Importance of an imme-
diate connection of their city with
the jackson coal fields, and the in
terest manifested by them warrants
the belief that the enterprise will be
carried to successful issue. There
are two routes proposed, both for
narrow gauge roads, one connecting
at Bainbridge with the Springfield,
jackson & Pomeroy Railroad, and
one over the old Hillsboro and Park
ersburg route, through Piketon.
The latter is the one in which we
are interested. We would prefer to
see broad gauge road from Hills
boro, connecting with the Scioto Val
ley Road at this place, and believe
that would be the most beneficial for
Hillsboro. The Scioto Valley Rail
road will doubtless be completed to
Portsmouth this summer, and we
think that if the people along the
route of the old Southern Ohio Road
between here and Hillsboro will
build that portion of the road, Mr.
Chapman will aid greatly the exten-
sion of the road to Jackson, or perhaps
seontract can be made with Mr.. Chap
man by which he will build the en-
tire road, the people along the line
subscribing certain amount of stock
per mile, the work already done on
the road being estimated and deduct
ed from the amount of stock requir-
ed. But if we can't have a broad
gauge road let us have q narrow
gauge. Any kind of road is better
than none. If our citizens desire q
railroad connection with Hillsboro
and Jackson they must make some
effort in that direction at once. The
people along the Bainbridge route
are laboring hard to secure the road,
and if the people of Piketon and vi
cinity do not go to work Immediate
ly, their last chance of having the
cars running over the Southern
Ohio road-bed will be lost.