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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

ASS wool buyer, Michael Mowls of Rose town
ship is O success. But in fact Mike never failed
in anything he has ever undertaken. He is as
full Of energy as hornet possessed Of grievance
and two stings. He has taken in about So, 400 lbs
of wool, which amount leads all other buyers so
far as we are aware. His purchases were con.
fined to Rose township and a corner of Tuscarawas
county. Every farmer in Rose except three dis
posed Of his feeces and pocketed the cash, and
Mike dealt with the lions share Of them - Carroll
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS.
MONDAY EVENING. InlY 10. 1877

MONDAY EVENING, July l6 1877.
Council met pursuant to adjournment.
Present--Barlet, Presidentj Lantz, Herbruck,
schwalm and Weaver and City Solicitor,
Minutes OF last meeting read and approved
Petitions-From James Tonner asking council
10 take some action 10 relieve him from paying
$40 2S, amount charged against him ON tax dupli-
cate for pavement on Williams street. Had con-
consulted attorneys and found that he should not
be compelled 10 pay It until said street graded
That he was willing to do. On motion referred
to city clerk to arrange the matter
From D. Ely, asking that the sidewalk and gut
ter grade be settled on Williams street as proper
ty holders wished to lay pavement, and explain
ing the present situation Of said street,
On motion referred TO city civil engineer with
instructions to make comprise grade for benefit
of city and to suit property owners In that local
ity,
From Lew Bockius, asking that the city put In
service pipes from the main gas pipe on the
square, In case OF street lights being erected. Re-
ferred to Committee on Gas with power to act.
Mr.. Herbruck, for Mr.. Wikidal, proposed to
deed to the city a strip OF land along his WIKI
dal) N. Cherry street property, provided that the
city fll up and make sidewalk and sewer the
same as was done for Mr.. schaefer, to complete
the street. On motion the proposition was ac-
Cepted
Mr.. Herbruck, for many citizens, stated that the
ill on 9th street left the bridge over the run too
low, and also that the bridge did not extend
across said street. asked that the bridge be raised
and moved TO center Of street On motion the
Street Commissioner was instructed TO make said
improvements.
R. 8. Shields, Esq for residents on West Tus'
carawas street, called attention Of the council 10
the very bad condition of the pavement In front
of the Union school, and asked that 1t be put IN
good repair He also called attention TO the ordi'
nance for the paving of sidewalks on south side
of said street, and esIed that some action be
taken in regard to having the pavemens made
uniform as property owners desired to lay pave
ment Both petitions referred to Committee on
Streets and Alleys
City Engineer explained the matter Of cross
ing on r. 7th street. Referred to same commit
tee.
Miscellaneous ordinance to levy special
tax for paving and curbing the public square,
read third time and passed,
On motion 1t was the desire Of the council that
the contractors for printing the city ordinances,
have the work done by Sept. 10th, sharp.
Committee on Streets and Alleys recommended
stone crossing on 7th street, across Market Re-
port not accepted. ~
On motion, A. G. Eitneier was allowed $500 on
contract for paving,
Bill of H. A. Wise of s55 for extra legal services
rendered city, Referred to Committee on Claims.
Bill of Albert Ball, $685. for castings, to same
committee,
BILLS ALLOWED.
bLfeeL
G Eicher enpnles for Door. ........r....n.... w
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

She looked up into his face 80 pleadingly and
innocently remarked;
"Chawles, please give me Ave cents to hang
about my neck"
The inexperienced youth threw out his arms
wildly and prepared to enclrcle his dearone, i'm
mediately below the ears when she dampened his
ardor somewhat by remarking that she only
meant 70 nickle with hole in 10 hang
on a string" We promised not to say anything
about 1t and we won't
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

A young lady Of Austinburg Ashtabula county
was No 1O3 in the great matrimonial drawing of
the Kansas City (Mo.) Times on July 18th, and was
drawn by Mr.. A. W. Bell, Of Farmington, Mis-
souri,, No. q, young lady of Salem, Columbana
county, was drawn by George ". Kemp, of Kan
sas City, Mo. We fear that the Times is encroach.
ing upon the especial prerogative Of Heaven, in
the way of making matches, Girls should en-
brace the opportunity, as they may never have
such another. The next drawing occurs on octo-
her 1st -.. i
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The preliminary examination of DR.. A. L.
Brouse before Mayor shimp, charged with an at
tempt at abortion upon the person Of Miss Clara
NJ. Cavender. who died at the American house
last week, was held on Saturday last and resulted
In the doctor being bound over to the Common
Pleas Court in the sum Of $500. The requisite
bail being furnished the doctor was set at liberty.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

male resident came TO the second Ward last
Friday, who would vote for Bob. Anderson, Of the
DEMOCRAT, for Coroner II he was twenty years and
ten months Older.-AdSs. american.
He is perfectly right, with the exception Of the
day; and Bob" spells bis name with but one
"e" and "r'; and this resident Is undoubtedly
Democrat and would vote were II not that the
female suffrage bill has not been passed.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
nErrmORRs CUSTOM LAUNDRY.

This popular laundry at 81 East Tuscarawas st.
Shears block, Is fast taking the lead in that line
of business in Canton, having rushed to the first
place almost instantly, because Of the excellent
work done by Mr. John Detimore, the enterpris
ing proprietor. We speak from experience when
we say that his work is the finest kind, as all the
work from the DEMOCRAT office is done by him.
Don't fail to give him call.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Oh, the flies the horrible flesl
Buzzlng around like election lies;
Dodging about like maniac's dream,
Over the butter and into the cream;
Holding conventions all over the bread,
Biting your ears and tickling your head;
Crawling,
Buzzing
Too busy to die,
Dog gone the nasty, pestiferOus fly
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
STATE SENATE.

We are authorized to announce A. L. JONES,
Of Alliance as a candidate for the State Senate,
subject to the decision of the Democratic Senate
rial Convention tobe held at Waynesburgh, Aug,
Is, 1877.
We are authorized to announce DR.. LEW SLUS-
SER, of Canton, a. q candidate for the State SEN
atorlal Convention to be held at Waynesburgh,
Aug. 15, 1877.
We are authorizedito announce JOHN G. WAR
WICK, of MassillOn, a. O. candidate for the State
Senate subject TO the decision Of the Democratic
Senatorial Convention to be held at Waynesburgh,
August 18th. g iH F
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The soap factory has partially shut down opera
tons, The hands at the box factory are lying
idle. The steel spring department Of Ballard, Fast
& Co. has been obliged to shut down on account
of receiving no coke. Some of our merchants re-
ceive goods by dray from Massillon, that we're
sent from Cleveland and other points along the
lake, via the Tuscarawas Valley road. All this
the result of the r. R, strike
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Girls, drop your skirts. We have lately learned
of young lady who grasped the skirt Of her
dress so tightly and was so anxious to have it just
so high and no higher, that her right arm became
paralyzed; and then it isn't becoming, Well
take your word in regard to wearing white under
skirts anyhow. Give your sisters who can't afford
'em chance,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Major Baird will speak on the temperance
question at Marlboro on Saturday, and at New
Baltimore on Sunday evening. Frank Is sue.
cess as public speaker and we learn that he has
several engagements to lecture in some Of our
larger cities in the course Of q few weeks.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Dumont says that when a man is given dish
of white lime for smear kase" 1t is high time for
him to learn to make a careful examination Of
suspicious mixtures set before him, before tasting
thereof. He is also perfectly confident that white
lime, or plaster Of paris can never be used sue.
cessfuy as a substitute for that laeteal compound
generally known as smear kase"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

There Is not O lady in the land, to-day, posses
Ing NEW AMERICAN SEWING MACHINE,
who would part with it for ten times Its value,
were 1t impossible to replace 1t by another Of the
same kind. Reliability Is a characteristic which
never fails to commend confidence. Hence the
unbOunded popularity Of the New American.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The following sensible advice Is going the
rounds of the press and the hint suits this local.
ity as well as any other: Gentlemen, 1t Is no
longer the correct thing, In tptop society, to take
of your hat to ladies in the street. A simple bow
now tufices in Paris Berlin and New York.
Don't be country pumpkins any longerP
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
STRIKE OR NO STRIKE.

Farmers, professional men, mechanics, teamsters
peddlars or others needing stylish, well made
and substantial set of harness, a new easy riding
saddle, shoulder saving collar, or anything in
that line from htching strap up, can secure good
bargains at VIM. Lindeman's, corner of Cherry and
Tuscarawas street. Repairing Of all kinds done
neatly and promptly.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

There was man in HOlyoke, Mass, who felt
moved TO contribute a few strawberries to
church festival. he was found in a neighbor's
garden with two quart pail, the bottom Of which
he had Just covered. He arranged the matter by
paying the owner Hve dollars-the highest price
Maid for strawberries this summer.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

ARM BRoKEN.-on Thursday evening last, a
little daughter Of Louis MOushey, but Is months
old, while playing with neighbor's child, got
her right arm between the Stats of gate, and
upon her little playfelows attempting to shut the
gate, the bone of the limb was broken.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The crowd surging around our newsdealer Per
kins at the depot on Tuesday evening, resembled
a young mob, so frantic were the exertiOns made
by many to secure the daily papers, Mr.. Perkins
succeeded in getting out Of the crowd and sup
piled customers at his store with late papers con-
tanning accounts Of the strike, as long as they
laatad
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Those young men that attempted to drive
through the west creek near the bridge on Tues.
day evening, should take lessons from Rarey, the
horse tanner Then they would not have to do so
much climbing or be in such hurry to get on
their clothes when another buggy approaches
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Jasper and Gold, HesVenwsrd Welcome It'd
ings, Songs Of Faith, &c all the new Singing
Books at Publishers lowest prices. A large stock
Of Sunday School Library Books, Pocket Bibles,
Cards, Papers, &C., &c. We cannot be undersOld.
WIN. B. PERKINS & CO.,
s. W Cor Pub. Square.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

In relation to the name of Maj. Frank Baird ap-
pearing in the testimony given at the Clara NJ,
Cavender coroner's inquest we deem it but justice
to state that the only interest that MI Baird had
in the case was thatat the request of some of her
friends he called upon her and endeavored to
persuade her to return to her relatives where she
had always made her home.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Congress Lake near Hartville, has become pop
ular summer resort, 1t is beautiful sheet Of wa
ter, almost surrounded by shady grove, Is but
short pleasure drive from the city, and visitors
will find that Frank Maehamer will extend
hospitable welcome.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

AcCIDENT.-0n Saturday last in Marlboro town.
ship, while man named John schellenberger
was assisting In the ralGng Of the frame Of a new
barn for Mr.. WiKon, heavy piece Of timber acci-
denlally fell upon him crushing his right arm so
badly as to probably cripple him for life.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The best Cigars, wholesale and
retail,) Smoking and Chewing To-
baCCOs, in the City are to be had
at William VOlkmann's, Democrat
Rnilhinp,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
CLEANING UP.

Mr.. Jno. L. DetlmOre's Custom Laundry only
laundried seven hundred and eighty pieces last
week. We are glad to see our old friend doing 50
we'll He does The very best and finest work that
we have seen. He is boarding his hands not on
rats either
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
OIL YES OH YES I

The low prices at which dry goods, queenSware
and groceries are selling at John r. Mnlers, cast
side Of the square, is the occasion OF the large
crowd Of customers assembling there daily Cail
and enquire for yourself.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
Paper Butter Plates.

large stock Of all Sizes at as low wprices as they
can be bought of any traveller. All parties using
her than Ingersoll's Patent Plates, are liable 70
prosecution. All kinds Wrapping Papers at bot
tom prices A splendid assortment ofpaper sacks
NJ ali sIzes WIN. b. PERKINS g. CO.,
Cor. Market and Seventh Sts.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Buy only the Valley Mills Writing Papers,
Thomss's Black Ink, PerkinsLead Pencils. The
best and lowest priced goods in the market,
VIM. B. PERKINS & CO.,
Manufacturing stationers,
s. W. Cor. Pub, Square
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that my wife Bella
Flynn, has left my bed and board without just
cause or provocatlon. hereby notify all persons
from harboring OF trusting her on my account as
will pay no debts of her contracting.
JOHN f. FLYNN.
Canton, O., July 25, 1877. DIV
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
A RARE CHANGE,

Any person desiring to go into good paying
business among agriCuturists, and who can furn.
ish OOO in either cash or securities, can learn OF
a splendid opportunity (no humbug) by address
Ing Joseph Schneider, Malvern, Carol Co., Ohio
iuIy1O. dw
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Recorder Manly was serenaded at his residence
a few evenings ago by one Of our city bands. He
received the boys welcomely and invited them to
call again, which they will do, undoubtedly.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

A woman who has tried the experiment, says:
"When a man finds a place that is pleasanter to
him than his own home, his wife should put two
Jumps Of sugar in his coffee, and double the
quantity Of sunshine In the front room.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The Safe Company are endeavoring to devise
means for shipping lot of vault doors and frames
for new building in Chicago. The Black River
route, from Massillon, affords the only means for
shipment.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
THE HISTORY OE CIVILIZATION

Might be written in the gradual processes Of i'm
provement wrought out in articles of food. Ev-
cry progressive step is public blessing. To no
one article is more due than to DooLEY's YEAST
POWDER. This, with proper care, insures the
most delicious and dgestible bread, biscuits, pas
iry ETC.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Twas a restless aud feverish slumber,
And his groans were indeed without number,
Till at last, in despair
He jumped up in the air,
Crying, Darn that confounded cucumberI"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

livery man on Court street would like to en-
gage an able bodied young man to wash buggies,
One that uses but small quantitity Of water and
who is not too dub to learn andundertands tight
ening tires preferred.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

There was a rumor aAoat on Wednesday that
there was to be. workingmens meeting that
evening. We have been unable to get any relia-
BILE information in regard to it.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

A Mr.. May, who resided at smoketown, near
Navarro was so severely kicked by horse Oh
Monday last that he died from the effects in few
hours, He was nearly seventy years Of age.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
1nra1 eNetuy.

The DEMOCRAT can be found on sale at the 70
lowing places. lil tti tI]
W.B. PERKINS & Co, Canton,
"A. RoHN East Tuacarayas st
Mrs N. A. STONES News Depot Ma@illOn.
J.C. MILB0URN, Alliance.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Now is the time when fly settles on a mans
nose, and the man makes grab at the fly, and
then opens his hand, one finger at time while
the happy fly is contentedly crawling over the
butter
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Instead of "brick," now wear cabbage leaf
in your hat to prevent sunstroke. Be careful
however, to carefully shake the worms of.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Lake Salt, Lake Salt Lake Salt, Lake Salt. Lake
Salt Lake Salt Lake Salt, Lake Salt $3.50 per bbl.
at humans.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

A well shaped and firmly built double cared
working boat 20 feet long has just been completed
by Harry Chaffey, for some Of our amateur oars.
men, Bob" Hyatt put an artistic finish on it
with his brush. The boat will be kept at the lake
for practice
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Susan" said the madameof a boarding school,
''you say your young mistress wishes to absent
herself from the class room this afternoon is the
reason for her staying away very urgent?" "Yes,
num- it's 'er gent"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Though the dish called "hash' has been sub
jected to critical examination tits generally given
up as "a boarding house conundrum"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Mr.. L, NJ. Crobarger, native of Massillon, but
now residing at Akron, is the inventor of mate
rial by which paper may be rendered water
proof
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

John Feister and son of Eli Wise were both se-
Verely, though not dangerously kicked by horses,
in attempting to get them out Of the burning barn
Of Mr. Wise, on Saturday evening.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
WANTED.

Any person having piano that they desire to
rent for a few months can learn Of an opportunity
by addressing lock box a. Canton, Ohio The
best of care will be taken of the instrument,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26
ESTRAY.

Since Sunday evening, young COW, spotted light
red on head and forward portion Of body Horns
small, turned inward short tail. Any informa-
ton Of her whereabouts will be thankfully re-
ceived by r. A. Cassiday, Canton, o.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The mail east on Tuesday was refused at the
depot-no route agents being on the train. We
understand that the strikers are the direct cause
Of this procedure.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

CORRECTION I'm our notice Of the death of the
young Renick, we were mistaken in regard to his
name and age His name was Edward G. and his
age IS years.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Many poor woman thinks she can do nothing
without a husband; and when she gets one
finds she can do nothing With him.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

We overheard young lady remark that "the
males now were very uncertain" Upon en-
quiry we were informed that she merely referred
to the U. s. mail, and we felt relieved.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The largest and best stock of Lace Leather In
the city can be found at f. B. Hane's Leather
Store, East Tuscarawas street. Threshers and
sawmiIl men, give this your attention. (jullsow)
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

How to get to the Columbus Convention on the
25th, was a conundrum for few days, but the
delegates guessed it and were there, "just like
clock"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The men engaged in loading cars at our shops
were obliged to take rest In consequence Of the
railroad strike.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Newsboys on the different trains that have been
allowed to run the past few days have struck
bonanza selling late papers at from ten to fifty
cents per copy ..tl.o
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

"swope" has struck. No trouble anticipated.
He wants 81 cord now or saw your holse who
you Win.p ..... ...r
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Samuel Texter, resident ofPlain townshiphad
an acre of clover from which he pulled bunch,
the stem measuring five feet and five inches in
length. The stems Of the whole patch would av-
erage four feet in length.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

"Lee" Meyers thinks that he will not receive
that car load of watermelons this week, owing to
slight difficulty about transportation.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The festival for the benefit Of the German Re-
formed Church last week was decided success.
The net proceeds amounting to S2O7. .a.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The beautiful wedding dress worn by Miss
Piero, on Wednesday, the style and fit Of which
was 80 much admired, was a sample of the skill
and handiWOrk of Mrs 0rth,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

And still the COWS enjoy the shade Of the new
malleable shop, several hours daily, without mo-
lestatiOn.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Should the strike continue, the old fashioned
baggage wagons and stage coaches will again
take the road.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

PUBLIC sALE.-At the late residence Of Isaac N.
Snyder, in Jackson township, on farm Of August
Boron, on Saturday, August 4, 1877, lot Of farm
and household implements.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

The pedagogue is the only person who keeps
school this weather. And in winter the bee keep
er is the only man who keeps swarm,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Merch ants on the north end of the square now
Join with their southern brethren in anxiously
awaiting the completion Of the paving of the
square.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-26

Now It's labor against capital. Living wages
for an honest days work" is what is demanded
by the railroaders