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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We are informed that Somerset Lodge
No. 3j2, l. Q. o. F. are going toJunction
City on the Fourth of July as body
\ large turn out Of the order is expected
there on that day.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We have quite n number of pavements
which are very much in need of repair.
Croft & Eckenrod have large lot of the
best quality Of paving brick which they
are selling very cheap.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Democracy have held their county
convention and the Rpublican hold their
convention on the Goth of July, the Inde-
pendents should make arrangements to
stop TO the front.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

AL who have advertising to appear in
the.pamphlet containing the premium list,
will hand it in by Friday noon, as we wish
to have it before the public next week.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Tribune is anxious to know how Mr..
Trovinger feels on the greenback question.
Better sound him on the county printing
fraud.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Republicans Senatorial Convention
will be held in Shawnee, on the goth of Ju-
ly. They hold their county convention
the same day and at the same place.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We heard of man the other day who
made the remark that "he would vote for
the meanest man in the Penitentiary for
Office if his party nominated him in pref
erence to an honest man, if he differed from
him in politics." If it required intelli-
eence to entitle a man to a vote he never
would cast Il ballot. This is a free country
and man has a right to be fool.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Mr.. Jonas Tabler, living near New
Salem, had his little son operated upon
for the curing of q hair lip by DR.. J. H.
Willard. The deformity has been remov,
ed and the little fellow at this writing is
considered cured.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

George Trout is prepared to do all kinds
of machine repairing and.igeneral black
smithing. George is a No. one machinist,
and has every thing in readiness to do any
kind of work in his line.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Ben Whitmer has the choicest as we'll as
the best selected groceries in this market.
He is paying the highest market price for
produce.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Quite n number Of English Sparrows
can be seen on our streets, They have fifty
pair Of them at st. Joseph's, and they come
in To see how things are getting along.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

DR.. Willard delivered the first of a
course of lectures on Physiology before the
students of the Normal last Friday. The
lecture was comprehensive, interesting and
instructive A number of friends were
present and enjoyed the benefit with the
students The DR.. will lecture regularly
on Fridays at p. NJ All are invited.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The most peaceable set of young men
we have in our town are those who have
been in the habit of drinking but have
taken the Murphy pledge.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
J JUNCTION CITY
EXCURSION TRAINS

will be run on the \. s. & s. R. r
The fare from Somerset TO Junction aud
return reduced TO 35 cents.
Jackson township was promised flag for
sending the largest delegation to the Cen,
tennial Fourth in Somerset, which will be
presented to them on this occasion. We
will give the programme as soon as re
ceived
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

j. W. Hull, agent for the Champion
Reaper and Mower, can be found at the
store of George Stafford, and not II. C.
Chalfant, as published last week.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Mr.. William Williams, Jr., formerly OF
this county but recently citizen of Lick
ing Co., died rather suddenly on Saturday
last, the 9th, inst.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
History OF Perry County,

circumstances beyond my control have 7a,,,-..-
tI-e ptSPil4tlon and publication OF the TTfsr- -
had II contemplation. 9--iG '1---1
ne nc gook vii be large volume, OF about s5v
nGAoTe.1 pages, we'll bound and printed. ami NJ
4lsneu Gy regular book estaLlilrr,.T,+' -, - - !
paper il good style, and III = y-lrI-,I3r'r.E - C.
Eer 1t viii contain history Of The -,
townships, as lar as Praeticable-fro1l the rri7 -
Inc earnest white settlements down n iT7I1. ~
1871, The close Cf the Centennial ve9r IN. - -
WlI4 ElEe the names Of the early pioneers ~ -
s9Wnslp; as Iar as possible, introducing dents
connected %Itn the early settlements gnd ~
growth and progress of ali parts Of tGe 6oIf 'i
.Aiso' as lar as may be obtainable Il separate and
U1stinet account OF each town, old and new. in
g1uulhA. OF course. 0vermyert0wn. Somerset
| IhronTille, hehoboth, Bristol, New IayiTcf,rr
! mount dope CfossenvilIe, Wolftown, N1xTilIa
SaHAeiu' f4ftervlile3 Straitsvillc, 1Gncrtg7rn.
seq, Mount IoTfE, Satiilo, Nhppstoun CEfitgrn-
/ town., New Str2itsviile, Shawnee Nc(,,IIeyfIls
yuEcloh elty3 Glonforj, MoxGhala, HemJgsi..
ferrara, H-irds Furnace. BucIiugfle+, - -.
otlI4 olu vr new towns THAI may be ltra an ora T.
up ieIoIc the manuscript work Of lie hgag i -
:, The volume will give history q .,e railroads a1
tt county, OF the neTaI aPer press, OF The several
county seat struggles. Cf Perry co;7,tv- in -
uoh WIN the WaE OF 1872, the Mexican war nnd
the WaT 81 1861. Also as far as iul,rl,latir r he
procured, separate and distinct account f a.rI,
| Church society in the county
As eAtra-hlstorica the book VIII contain a char
! Ter upon the mineral and other wealth and ug,6r
| the future prospects Of the county.
Enough has been said 10 give an idea Of the gen
ClL score iiia '9aTacier ot the proposed volume
ot course, local work can not he furnished nj 50
small cost as one Of general nature. But tht
price of the History of Perry CouDtl will Ii f;,,f
at 5000, which is not much in excess Of TpTITai
historical works, OF corresponding size and finish
| y. D. Agents are wanted TO canvass each town.
snip III the county. \ res dent agent OF the town
snip wod be preferred, but this is not essential
tAT person applying Is competent one. Person
unknown to me must come well recommended as Il
integrity, and ability to do this kind of work Ap
Plcaroh for an agency may be made in person o.
| by letter, when Information rs to terms win b.
/ given. - u
The volume will be published as soon rs
thorough canvass Of the county can be made
MeanWhl!e, persons residing at 4 distance may OF.
| oer the book, and their orders will be recorded
and their names placed on the list To sacf,ra IN.
book, 1t viii have TO be subscribed for or othorwisg
| ordered. Il : CorPnI,,-
March 10, 1877.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

A beautiful complexion depends upon
the purity of the blood. To keep the blood
pure and healthy use DIR. Bulls Blood
Mixture.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

A. X. Yost has had considerable trouble
remodling his dwelling. The roof being
of the late rains have done considerable
damage to the plasturing and papering.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Those wishing groceries in quantities,
will find it to their advantage to give F.
A. Dittoe call
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Mr.. J. J. Achauer is the Independent
State Central Committeeman from this dis.
irict. His post office address is New
Strailsyille, Perry county, Ohio.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

10 Art was arrested on Sunday evening
and made give bond to keep the peace
This will put a stop to JOS warlike dem
onstrations for n while at least. Lewis
Kuhlman caused his arrast
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We havn't heard any thing definite con-
cerning the bridge over the railroad cut on
South Columbus street.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Will some member of the Township
School Board explain that fee matter. The
columns Of THE PREss are open.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Call and examine the Chemical paint al
SINNERS; il is ready for the brush and
beats them all, and is cheaper than any
paint sold.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Marshal says that the Murphy
movement does more to keep order in cur
town than we could have if one-half Of the
citizens were acting as police.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We direct the attention Of the reader
10 the advertisement Of the Union Central
Life Insurance Company IN another
column.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
DANIEL F. BEATTY'S
Pianos & Organs.

CautiOn.-The reputation have gained and
the celebrity Of MY organs, have induced some I'm
princpled parties and agents TO copy my circulars
and ulsIcpresent my instruments; against this the
public are hereby cautioned. All my orgHnS hear
NY trademark Golden Tongue, and all nay Pianos
have the word PIANO, underlined, and also have
my manic and residence, Daniel +. Beatty, N2sh-
ington, n, J. without which none are genuine
DANIEL +. BEATTY,
Washington New JeIsey, o. ; \.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
-&-% ~-
Notice.

All persons indebted to the firm of Skin
ner & Bro BY note or book account will
please call and pay them al once as it is
not in my power to carry them.
c. J. SKINNER.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

THE Pass is free from party rings and
politics. it is the friend Of the farmer,
merchant, mechanic and laborer.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

You can buy sixty-fve dollar sewing
machine for thir-fve since the patent run
out.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We received a call on Friday last from
Mr.. John Meloy, of the Herald, and Mr..
George Cook, Of the Sentinel.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

About as appropriate name as we know
Of for the Ohio Legislature is the Defaul.
ters Aid Society.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We publish the Independent State Tick
et and Platform this week.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

As We go to press we receive commu-
nication from Oblong, Illinois, which will
appear in our next.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The amount of personal property listed
in the corporation does not make a very
good showing.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Mr.. Schauers always has on hands flour,
corn, corn meal, and mill feed, and should
have a full share Of the public patronage.
He is always ready to accommodate his
customers.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

All persons knowing themselves indebt-
ed TO me, will please call and settle soon.
J. w. WESTALL.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

You can depend on our market report.
They are corrected every week and are re-
liable.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Why not try that Y. II. Tea at Dittoe s
only 10 cents per quarter.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
RATES OF ADVERTISING.

A new $500 Organ can be had for
800 by calling at this Office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Murphy movement has reached
New ReaNding.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The rel son for Dittoe's large trade IL
he sells standard goods, at lowest prices.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
Administrators Notice

NJ Office is hereby given that the undersi.rne,
IN has been appointed and qualified rs Admidis
TRAITOR OF the estate of William Talbot late of Per
ry county, Ohio, decd. Dated this 26th dav .
Aprll, \. II. 1871 JOHN III. nITTOE,
May ",5W- Administrator.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The street commissioner is doing good
work on the public square.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
Our Next Play.

The next entertainment given by the
Somerset Dramatic Club will be for the
benefit of our poor, on Saturday night,
June % Mr.. Q. & Ferree, former resi-
dent OF our town has been invited TO as
sist, and as we understand from good
authority generously consented 10 be here
on that occasion Mr.. Ferree has been
connected for several seasons with the
leading Theatres of the East and South
and has just returned from a successful
tour from the latter point. He is spoken
of as an actor Of fine ability.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Somerset School Board met on Sat
urday evening, June 9th, and employed
the following teachers for our school for
the next term:
Grammar School, Miss Maggie Alexan-
der; I'd intermediate, Miss Addie Ash
brook; 1st intermediate, Miss Ella Will
son; I'd Primary, Miss Mary McCristal
1st Primary, Elmira Brunner.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Mrs. Mary Finck, has recovered from
her late illness.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Strawberries are selling for ten cents a
quart In this market.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

J. w. Westall is selling off his entire
stock of groceries and notions at cost for
cash Now is the time to secure bargains
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Miss Elenora Kelley is lying danger
ously i'll.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Mr.. Frank May of Philadelphia, has
been visiting his old home.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Choice Dates at Dit,oe's for 10 cents per
pound.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The Independent party are buekling on
their armor and propose to make the old
parties tremble this fall.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

The potato bugs have already commenced
their work on the growing crop.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
Somerset Church Directory,
Daniel T. Beatty S
EExzkHzn
PARLOR ORGANS.

T7cSC H., IN fr,1,,,- - - ,,1s--
for musical effects and expression never before at
tnined. adapted for Amateur and Professional, and
an ornamenti in any parlor.
Excel Ia Quality Of Tone, Thorough Work
Smdnship, Elegant Designs, and Finish.
and Wonderful Variety of their Combination sole
Stops. hS beautiful new Centennial Styles now
ready.
DANIEL +. BEATTY
Washington, New Jersey, U, s, A,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Charles Morehead has been dangerous.
~ i'll.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We want a good active man to solicit
subscribers for THE Press.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Dittoe sell choice Maple Flavored
Syrup, cheap.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Remember General 10. Gejgher at the
Town Hall tonight.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
SoNERsET. o. June 4th. ISL

To II. c. Greiner, Pres. of the Somerset
Dramatic Club and to all The members
Of the same:
The undersigned heartily appEeeiatin.;
your effort in the splendid rendering of the
play "Under the Gas Light" on the even
ing cf May 24th, thereby contributing TO
enjoyment as we'll as snbserving the inter
ests Of noble cause, DO most heartily re-
quest that you at an early day do repro
duce the play, under the Gas Light" 3"
and we pledge our cheerful and earnest
support.
This request is signed by number of
our citizens.
SOMERSET O., June 9Th, 1877.
| 10 Ar o. NJ Hamilton, and others:
| GENTLEN EN:-The members OF our club
desire gratefully to acknowledge the com
pliment you pay us in requesting repeti-
tion of "Under the Gas Light" and would
say in reply that arrangements previously
made make it impossible for us to comply
Immediately, but promise to give the play
| again at the earliest practicable date We
! play "The Poor Of New York" on Saturday
evening. June 23d.
Again expressing our sincere thanks for
kind consideration we remain,
Yours 80 command,
II. c. GREfNER, Pres.
JAS. DILTs, Sec. Drametic Club.
The above would have appeared some
time ago in THE Press hut was handed in
too late fer the issue it was intended We
are pleased however to publish it at this
late day, as it is the wish of the President
Secretary, and certain other members of the
club.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

There is talk of holding a Greenback
County Convention in this county for the
purpose of nom mating county ticket.
1t is also the intention of the Independent
party to run Senatorial ticket. The
dependent party 3laims that they can poll
thirteen hundred ,tes in the county if the
proper Eeffort be made. If this statemen!
be true, they can elect a portion of their
county ticket at least
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Pure Pine Tar, at +. 4. Dittoe's.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
MARRIED
OBITUARY.

On the 7th OF June, by George Price, ESQ, Mr.
E0njamin Hardy and Miss Mary Wonemal,er.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Subscribe for the SOMERSET PRESS.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We wish it distinctly understood that
when we publish complimentary notices
we do it of our own free will and not by
compulsion. We have controll of THE
PRESS and propose to run it in the inter
est of the public We will be pleased at
all times to receive communications and
local news, which should be handed in by
Tuesday morning.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We regret to announce to our readers
that Rev. Van Laws health is still very
poor. 1t is sincerely hoped that he will
soon again be able to be amongst us. Mr..
Van Law, is respected by all who have the
pleasure of his acquaintance. We never
short time to have as many friends and
admirers as Mr.. Van Law, and we hope TO
be able to anonuce his recnvarv snon
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

a SToEd 80 All WHO Have TO Earn
Their Lzying by tile Sweat Of Their
Brow.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We call the attention Of the reader TO
the new advertisement of Hugh II. Wal
lace q Co., OF Newark, Ohio. This firm
is selling goods cheaper than any other
house. in this part of the State Il will
pay you for your time and expense to go
to Newark TO see their immense stock Of
goods. They invite the ladies of Somerset,
and Perry county 10 call and see them
They are always pleased to have visitors
and take pleasure in showing them through
the different departments of their establish
ment. Their sales are immense; and they
buy all their goods for cash, and in such
large quantities that they are enabled 10
give their customers bargains which can
not be equalled short OF the eastern cities
The Dramatic Club will give "The
Streets of New York" in about two weeks
Mr.. Ferree will be in town in q few day.
to drill the club on the play. This thrill
ing drama cannot fail to please all whc
hear it. With the professional aid OF Mr.
Ferreo as actor and director, and of Mr.
Blakeney who is here as violinist, we ex
pect an entertainment rarely enjoyed out
sidesof our larger cities. The brilliant sue
cess of tho club in "Under the Gas Light
is guarantee against all failure on til,
part of any Of the members.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

Take your PRODUCES to F. A. DittOe.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
BEATTY PIANOE
GRAND SQUARE AND UPRIGHT.

GKAND SQUARE md UPRIGHT.
Fi2Do ever before manu- aeturgd in this Caur g cr
EIVope hHy ing the greatest possible dep;h, riches
ana Nuiu'lC Of tone, combined with bal = rev,
clearncss and per -oct cycuucSS Throughout Tie n
tire scale, ard anoyc al surprising duration q
sound, the power and sympathetic uua,..c Ut
which never changes under the most de gl q or
powerful touch. Space fC-bidS iu,l de-,i-9tya Of
This magnificent Instrument. Agents discount g "
en- where have no agents Remember yuu .ISCnO
risk in pr -cl-si0G one o5 these CE' RER TED V
SIEl MEN ;. II AZTEC l5l five DAYS t,st 1. q. it
proves unsatisfactory the money ypu have 20 a w so
co refunded upon rctu- Of instrument au1 i-lt-lU
charges paid by me both ways. Planes warranted
for - yeas Address,
DANIEL, f. BEATTY
Mashing.nn. Now .lNrsnv. U. s. a
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
l. GAME,
FASHIONABLE T1TLOR

OFFERS his services 10 the public and solicit
" continuance Of the liberal patronage he has
heretofore received. -Nll work done promptly and
at the most reasonable rates, Spring styles receive
February l6, 1877, ".
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

We regret to announce to the public that
the Oldest hardware house in our county
has made an assignment. The firm Of
Leavitt & Co., have been compelled to do
this in spite of their efforts to worry
through the present condition Of things
They did all that could have been done to
prevent this step. But when we take into
consideration the amount that they have
had to contribute to the one horse political
loafers, county organs, and professional
bridge builders by the way of taxes, and
which is the next thing to an impossibility
at this time to collect, We can see plainly
the cause. Mr.. J. w. Hull was appointed
| the Assignee
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14
Support Your Own Mechanics ana E.a.
ilSFpES.


We have in our town number of men
who are out of employment \ portion of
them are mechanics, and the balance are
Iaboring men. They are willing to work
at any thing and all they ask is living wa
ges A number Of these men have fami-
lies to support, and they have hardly
enough to live upon. It is the duty of ev-
cry one who can to give them work at
something to do SO. Do not hoard up
every cent that you get your hands on
Lay out portion Of it in beautifying and
improving your property, and you will not
only be helping our laboring men along
but every dollar you spend in this way
will add double the amount to your prop,
! erty.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-06-14

DARRELL T. BEATTY,
: ashllEtoI, New Jersey, |. :. \.