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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Assignee's Sale.

nY virtue of an order from the Probate count of
S Perry county Ohio, L will offer for sale at
public vendue upon the premises of Michael Mil
Ter about miles west of New Reading in Reading
Township Perry county Ohio, on
FRID1I,s tn, D4F OF NAY, 4. y. 1877.
All the personal property and effects Of said
Michael Miller, Assigned TO me in trust for the
benefit OF his creditors. Consisting of Norman
Station, colts, horses, cattle, sheep, hogs in
the bushel, spring wagon grain drill, and other
property,
Sale TO commence at 9lS O'Clock 4. NJ. on said
day and continue from day 10 day till completed ii
necessary. Terms; All sums of five dollar and
upward 4 credit Of six months will he given hv
giving approved security.
AARON RINCKIEN.
Assignee of Michael Miller.
SOMERSET, ONO, April 18th, 1877. pf 81 30 5w.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Thousands Of persons suffering with
pain could be relieved at once if they
would only use "LAwsON's CURTIvE." In
effect, IL Is COOLING and HEALING. For all
pains and aches, nothing ever surpassed it,
for II acts on the nerves through the skin,
by outward applications, and strikes a,
once at the root Of the disorder
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Mr.. DANIEL F. BEATTY, Of Washing
ton, n. j., the energetic and persevering
manufacturer of the Beatty Piano and
Golding Tongue Parlor Organs, deserves
the highest credit for having produced the
most perfect musical instrument combined
with the utmost beauty and chastenezs OF
design yet offered the musical public. See
his advertisement in another page: Address
Daniel F. Beatty, Washington, n. J.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
AIIzture.

Every Teacher who is ambitious TO
succeed well in bis profession should
attend the Teacher Institute to be held At
New Lexington, beginning August 20th.-
Able instructors are employed and this viii
be much better than any Institute, ever
are held il the county. School directors
are beginning 10 look after qualification
rather than cheapest and those who DO
not labor to advance must soon fall 10 the
rear. Why should Perry county be cor
sidered behind her neigh5or counties in
schools. Our teachers alone can if they viii
redeem u from this back wardEess 4 full
programme viii be published at an early
date.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

The supposed poisoning of Mr.. William
Williams turns out to be another Of those
reports without Foundation. Mr.. Viii.
liams stomach has been analyzed and
found TO contain no poison whatever.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Everybody who has witnessed the per
formance of the Novelty Comedy Company
admits it to be far superior to any troupe
that has ever visited our town.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Young man, young lady, get that hump
of your back, 1t is a great deformity
The London Shoulder Brace, sold only a,
SINNERS will do it, and Jo is the boy
that will show you how to wear them.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Round trip tickets from Somerset to the
Republican Conventions at Shawnee on the
20th ofthis month can be had for so cents,
and from Thornport Sl.3O. Tickets good
for the 20th and Dist.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

The quantity Of Porl; ald other i'm
proper food consumed i enormous and
produces it, inevitable results il innumer-
able types Of disease, especially those Of
the blood, exhibited il Pimplas. B!o.chos,
Sores, etc, all OF which, however, yield
rapidly and surely to Dr.. Bulls Blood
Mixtnre.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

In the course of a week or two we Will
serve the public with dish of Reading
township expenditures. 1t should be enjoy
ed by the tax payers of this township, as it
IL n very expensive luxury.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

There will be an excursion from this
place to Columbus next Saturday. Round
trip tickets for one dollar and twenty-five
cents
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

w. II. Slough is a first class paper
hanger rs well as painter. Don't fail to
give him call when yon wish papering
done.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

We have the best arranged Post Office in
Perry county. Mr.. Williams has had an
entire new set of boxes, and a number of
lock boxes placed in the office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Notice.

Rev. Laughley will preach in the NJ. L.
Church next Sunday at 104 O'Clock and
Rev. Jones the SUNDAY following.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

When the disorders of Baby hood attack
your Baby use at once DR.. Bulls Baby
Syrup and notice its rapid and beneficial
effect % cents per bottle.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

We had the pleasure OF taking by the
hand our friend Mr.. Brice Wech in
Junction City on the Fourth Mr.. Welch
is looking well and enjoying good health.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Our citizens should turn out and fill the
Hall tonight. The Novelty Comedy
Company is first class troupe and are
deserving Of crowded houses.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

The general public wishes Mr.. Trovin.
ger TO let them know whether he will vote
for bill giving the county printing to the
lowest bidder.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Remember that you may never have the
opportunity of seeing the Novelty Comedy
Company again after this week.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Mr.. sam. Campbell and daughter have
been visited friends in this place the pas,
week.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Every business man should have letter
heads and statements We are prepared to
furnish them on short notice very low.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Call and examine the Chemical paint at
Skinner's; it is ready for the brush and
beats them all, and lie cheaper than any
paint sold.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Skinner q Bro, must be settled during the
coming week.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Bring on your pigeons. ! will pay the
highest price for single pigeon or hun
dred c. II. HoPEt-
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Look ont for large arrival Of the latest
styles of stoves at Myers and Yarnell's in
few days.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Our old friend William Curry was at
Junction on the Fourth. lie isas lively as
ever
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Every one you meet is carrying paper
bag, just filled with choice groceries from
headquarters IA. DrTToE
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Remember the Novelty Comedy Com
pany at The Town Hall Thursday, Friday,
and Saturday evenings.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

II. G.. Chalfant the wide awake hardware
man, has had bis dwelling and store paint.
nh
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Administrators Notice.

| N Office is hereby given that the undersigned
! ~ has been appointed and qualified Us Admidis-
TRAITOR of the estate of William Talbot late of Per-
| ry county, Ohio, decd Dated this 26th day of
| April, \, y. 1877. JOHN ii. pITTOE,
! May ;, Sw- Administrator.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Dittoe carries the largest Stock in town,
and can yet away" with any of them on
low prices.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Jim Dolan don't care a cuss abou, the
dollar Of our Fathers" lie favor5 pat
ronizIng "home industry"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

One dollar and a hall per dozen will be
paid for good live pigeons at Somerset by
g. n. Hope.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Bro. Mcmahon of the Tribune was in
town last Monday but failed to call at
"this office"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
History Of Ferry County.

circumstances beyond my control haze DELAYED
me preparation and publication OF the HISTORY of
ieTfy county, Chic, which have for some time
had III contemplation.
The book will be large volume. Of abapt six
hundred pages, we'll bound ana printed and pub-
lisAed BY regular book establishment on aood
paper, III good style, and III 4 workman Ii ke man
nef- 1t viii contain history OF the county-bv
townships, as far practicibe-frOm the pcriod Of
me earliest white settlements, down TO July 18th
1911, the close OF the Centennial year. The work
WIZ give the names OF the early pioneers of each
township, as lar as possible, introducing incidents
connected with the early settlements, and the
growth ami progress OF all parts of the county
Also, as far as may be obtainable separate and
distinct account OF each town, old and new in
tIil. Giudlns: OF course, 0yermyertown Somerset
Mount hope, CrossenYille, Woiftown, MaxYille
Oakheld, POrterviile, StraitsviIIe, NIiIertown
seGo, Mount Perry, Saltillo, Whippstown, Middle
town., New Straitsyille, Shawnee, McCuneviIle
Junction City, Glenford, Moxahala, Hemlock
ferrara, Baird's Furnace, buckingham, and any
other old or new towns that may be dug up ornade
up before the manuscript work of the book is clos
The volume will give history OF the railroads of
the county, OF the newspaper press OF the several
county seat struggles, of Perry county in connec-
ton with the war OF 1872, the Mexican war. and
the wan OF 1851 Also, far as information can be
procured, a separate and distinct account of each
Church society in the county.
As eXtra~historical, the book will contain a chan
ter upon the mineral and other wealth, and upon
the future prospects of the county.
Enough has been said 10 give an idea Of the gem
eral scope and character OF the proposed volume
Of course, local work can not be furnished at SO
small cost as one OF general nature. But the
price OF the History OF Perry County will be fixed
at 5000, which is not much in excess Of general
historical works, OF corresponding size and fuish
\. u. Agents are wanted to canvass each town
ship in the county. 4 resident agent of the town
ship wo'd be preferred, but this is not essential
the person applying is Il competent one. Person
unknown TO me must come well recommended as ID
integrity, and ability to de this kind Of work An
pAcaton Tor IN agency may be made III person OF
by letter, when Information rs 10 terms will he
given,
The volume viii be published as soon as ,
thorough canvass Of the county can be made
Meanwhile persons residing ut 4 distance may or
der the book and their orders will be recorded
and their names placed on the list. To secure tn,
book, it will have to be subscribed for or othcrwis
ordered. T. s CoIH0ry
March 10, 1877.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

AZ Murphy Meeting in Hopeweli town
-bip on Sunday, lorty-eight took the pledge
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Daniel Z. Beatty's s
PARLOR ORGANS.

These remarkable instruments possess capaCitips
for musical effects and expression never before at
tanned. adapted for Amateur and Professional and
an ornament in any parlor.
Ercet IN Quality Of Tone Thorough York
,maRShip, Elegant Designs, and Finish.
and Wonderful Variety of their Combination Sol,
Stops. h9'Beauntiful new Centennial Styles now
ready
DANIEL L. BEATTY
Washington, New Jersey, U. $. \,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Those desiring Sugar in large lots, dur.
ing fruit season, will save money by going
10 +. A. Di,toe.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

= two days Pigeon Match Hiil he held in
Somerset Perry county. Ohie - miles
south Of Newark. on tie B ( . r. r.. on
the 31st of July an5 the Ist of August.
1877.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Don't miss seeing the Novelty Comedy
Company At the Town Hail.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
JOHN C0CHNowER President.
n. ". HARRIs. SeeretaI

JOHN C0CHNowER. President.
n. ". HARRIS. Secretary.
This is one OF the most sound Life Insurance
Companies in the country Its officers are Of the
substantial business men of Cincinnati The Com
6any pay no enormous salaries to pampered Off
cials or premiums to their agents Matthews,
Stanley & Matthews, the counsel for the Com
pany. Hon. Stanley Matthews is the Senior Mem
ber of the firm, which is endorsement enough Of
the standing of the company and the integrity OF
its officers and managers 1t Is the duty Of every
man while in health 10 provide for his family, so
that they may not be left destitute when he is ta-
ken from them. st, Paul says 'tHe that negleets
TO provide for his own household denyes the faith
and is worse than an infidcl. This Company offers
superior inducements in low rates for Insurance.
So that almost eTeTy man can make some provision
for his family. Call at my office with 7. Spencer
Stillman, the Post office and get circulars and
all other information wanted on the subject
MARTIN BERKEYT, Agent
Somerset, Ohio
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Mr.. Henry Hynus returned home on
Tuesday Last.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
I. GAME,
DANIEL F. BEATTY'S
Pianos & Organs.

Caution.-Ghe reputation have gained ana
the celebrity OF my organs, have induced some I'M
pripoiplod parties and agents to copy my circulars,
and misropreSent my Instruments; against this the
public are hereby cautioned All my organs bear
my trademark, Golden Tongue, and all my Planes
have the word PLtNO, underlined, and also have
my name and residence, Daniel +. Beatty, WASH
ington, n. j., without which none are genuine.
DANIEL +. BEATTY,
Washington, New JeIsey, U. S. !,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Our old f-ionA Christopher PoPpe il
spending o few weok- in Somerset.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Choice lot Of Cap7nsed Hams just re-
ceiyod at +. 4. Dittoe
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Call at the Press Office for shipping
tagcs.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
AeSiuDeH7s Notice.

Persons who are indebted TO Lcayitt 6 Co, are
requested to make immediate payment to the
undersigned otherwise his duty will require him to
enforce collection by law. j. ". HULL,
June %, Sw Assignee Of LeaYitt & Co.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Somerset Church Directory.

LUTHERAN
West Main street. Services every Sunday at 1917
A. II. Sunday School a. NJ. Rev d. NJ. Wise
man Pastor.
CATHOLIC.
South Columbus street Mass at and 10 4. NJ.
,Ncspers 2. NJ. Rev. D. H. Noon, Pastor
METHODIST.
East Main street. Services at 1917 \. NJ. Sabbath
School . \. NJ. Rev. J. NanLaw, Pastor,
REFORMED.
East Main Street. Servipea at l0t5 o'clock A. NJ
and PM. Sab ath School at > \ NJ. Rev
Roueks, Paster
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Mrs Burgoon has been seriously i'll for
several days past.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Why not look 20 your interest, and buy
y0uT groceries Of T. A. Ditto.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

y pounds OF y. 0. Sugar nt T. \.
Dittoe for 500
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Pure stock Ale for medical purposes at
Zen. Whitmers
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Assignee's Notice,

a d everything else usually found in a first elias
Hardward Store. J. W. HULL, Assignee.
June 23. If.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Mr. Tom McIntyer and family are
visiting hia mother.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Goldsmith, agent a horse buyer come
here some two months ago and had adver-
tising to the amount OF one dollar and 4
half done. lie failed to put in an appeal
ance at the time advertised and also failed
to pay toe dollar and half We do not
know where lie is from and care less. Per
sons having horses to sell should be care
iul and deal with honorable buyers
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
EsgE AFSVEi7Y PE - ~ .
' - - x szz1zzsszss7sg szz1zzsss7s
GRAND SCARE AND UPRIGHT.

From James f. Regan firm OF Regan * Carter, pub
fishers Daily and Weekly Tribune, Jefferson City,
Mo-, after receiving q 800 instrument, says:
''Piano reached US in good condition. l am well
pleased with it. Is is all you represent it to be.
From L. f. Baldrige, Bennington Furnace, Pa,
after receiving SEQ piano.
''The Beatty" received 18th inst, all O. K. and
comes fully up TO your representation, and exceeds
our expectations While 1 don't profess TO he a
judge in the matter, Mrs. D. does, and pronounces
it OF very sweet tone; and is very much pleased
with it,"
Best inducements ever offered. Money refunded
upon return of Piano and freight charges paid by
me Daniel F. Beatty both ways if unsatisfactory,
after test trial of five days Pianos warranted
for six years Agents wanted. Send for catalogue
Address,
DANIEL 7. BEATTY,
WaGhington, New Jersey, [. S. Il
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
RA ES OF ADVERTISING.

lartiCs having aiycrtislnE to publish viii find it
Nv their advantage 10 call at this Office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

OF Town Hall, Somerset, Ohio, Adopted by the
Council April Goth, 1879.
Entertainments to which the admission is fifty
IS 90
I" 4" twenty-five cents..... 6 90
Church purposes withQutsnpper.. 5 so
'' with @ " 3 90
Free , 90
Dances 90
The above rates includes all expenses except on
occasions in which unusually late hours are kept
when an extra compensation must be allowed for
taking care ofthe Hall, the party renting he re
spOnsihle for unnecessary damages and take care
it himself after the said usual hours for closing,
All contracts for Hall must hereafter be made
with the Mayor.
The foregoing Itguiatons will be strictly adhered
TO under all circumstances hereafter.
R0BT. B. WOODWARD. Mayor.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
sol Levi.

EE accommodating Saioonist has stEn full sun
= ply ot choice Liquors, Cigars and Yvbaceo I
luiiE prepared To serve you with Oysters in any
style; wild game in season, plain meal at rca-
S0haoic rates. Remember the place. Mae,rtJrr-s 5
nioGk, west Main street, where the large cigar Is
February 16, IS13ss
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
Murphy Meeting.

There will be a Murphy Meeting at the
Town Hall on Saturday evening July II,
1877, Col. Kelley and others wilI address
the meeting.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12

Zanesville Accommodation leaves ZGnesyilIe dai-
y except Sunday ut 6.45 a. ln and arrives at Col
umbUs al $50 a. m.
Passengers can not ride on Mixed Passenger and
Freight Trains without special permits.
Express trains run daily, other trains daily ex-
cept Sunday,
THOS. P. BARRY, l. II COLE
l!eSicfR P0Ss'r -Igt Gelt'E Ticket AG't
CLNtLEN4TI BALTIMORE:
w. c. QUINCY,
General Manager, -NLJy8LH
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-07-12
FERNS of Rent

Formerly occupied by I. W. Graves as boot and
shoe store. \. l.. JOHNSON ,e co.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1877-03-18
Buying Selling.
Securities.
Commerce.

NEW YORK, March E.-Cotton dun; middling
uplands, llSc; middling Orleans, n4c; sales Of
2I2 bales. Consolidated net receipts, ASH bales.
ESports-to Great Britain. i,463 bales; France,
2,38i bales; Continent, oiG bales.
Flour dull and slightly buyers favor: only lin
tied demand, mainly for immsdia wants of local
ern, t6a 20. wheat dull and without decided
change In prices; only limited mil ing demand
Corn without decided change; moderate trade for
export aud home use. Oats sha Re stronger, ane
state; t?@D5ic for white do, Including 10. New
York, Gle, and do. NJ. white, 4s6I1Sc, Pork ir-
regular and nrmer; new mess, sIl HH.h Beef
quiet. Lard opened hrmer. aud c,osud steady:
prime steam, closirP held at o. 6trslgS tetIo-
quiet, Sugar dull and heavy. Kiceguct and steady.
Molasses quiet. Turpentne steady: splrl a. ll.@
axe Resin steady at e o5tda 10 for strained.
Freights to Liverpool easier: cotton. n"r sail. Nd;
per steam, Nd; wheat. per sail, iAdid; per steam
BALTIMonE, March I7.-Cotton dull and heavy;
Flour qnlst and hrm: Howard street and Western
family. s'6r1 30: other grades UNCHANGED. Wheat
quiet, hfm and unC hanged, Co-n-Snuth~Tn fairly
active and esscr; Western STEADY for sPnt futures
W, stern mixed, spot, exc; March, SeSc; April,
t3sc: May. 5ikc: steamer. size: Oats dull and
heavy: Southern prime. il6SAc: Western white, 20
Gi2c. Rye hrmer Al 726D75c. Clovcrsrcd duh; good
e ehYice, lSaiSsc; Hay dull and unchanged. Fro.
hrln; other grades dull aud heavy: Western tubs,
es ira line, c@2Sc: Western roll. 6D2c Petroleum
drmtr; CRUDE, ioAal0Sc; reaned. held at l6tsc.
Coffee unchanged. whisky dull and nominal At
Reeeipts~FIour D. 80 bbis; wheat, on bush: corn
90, 600 bush; oats 3OO bush; rye. Loo bush Ship
mCnis-wheat, Is, 600 bush; corn, gS, 10 bush.