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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
THE GREAT GATHERING.
PICNIC IN PUTNAM'S GROVE
Five Thousand Persons Present.
Citizens, Sunday Schools and Soldiers.
A Good Day and a Good Time,

The Annual Battalion Drill and General Pic.
mic, held in the grove Of G. Putnam, Esq, be.
tween Beach City and Wilmot, last Saturday,
was success In every particular The heavens
smiled upon the day and the weather was all
that could be desired, not cloud or suggestion
of rain or storm appearing to interfere with the
enjoyment of the day. A squad of soldiers, mem
bers Of the 9Th Reg't o. N. G., from this city, a
squad from Canton, Capt. Bengler's Artillery Co.
from Fulton, and the Wilmot and Beach City
Co.'S were there. Several sunday.schools from
the neighborhood were present, coming early in
the morning in large wagons some Of which We
hices were handsomely decorated. The Wimot
Silver Cornet band and the 0snaburg band dis
coursed good mussc during the day. Some fine
vocal music by the Wilmot Glee Club, added to
the interest of the occasion.
The crowd was very large, II being estimated
that there were at least FIVE thousand people
present, but the best order prevailed No gam
bling or liquor selling was allowed on the
grounds, and the people present gave themselves
up to the enjoyment Of the intellectual treat pro-
vided for them, to witnessing the drill and dress
parade Of the soldier boys and to the eating of
the sumptuous repast so abundantly furnished to
all. The address OF welcome on behalf of the
noihlClo w thOoC plGbbub was ubllNbIbu ny OhpJ
Walter s. Putnam of the Wilmot Co.. and was
fine effort, bidding them welcome not only TO
their premises but to their hearts. The Rev.
Stocking of Massillon delivered an address which
was an exceedingly fine effort, and was well re-
ceiVed by the audience. His remarks were ad
dressed principally to the workers in the Sunday
school cause, calling to their minds the import
ance of the work in which they were engaged
and encouraging them with assurances of sue.
cess Capt Johnston of Wilmot himself sol,
dier Of the late war, made short and interesting
address to the soldiers also spoke word to the
ladies, the previous speakers having neglected
them. Other addresses by different gentlemen
were made, and everybody evidently enjoyed
themselves. Below we give the programme OF
exercises:
Music-Wilmot Glee Club Prayer-Rev. Bow.
er; Music-Gee Club; Welcome Address-Capt
Walter S. Putnam; Music-Regt Band; Address
Rev. c. H, Stocking Of Massillon Music-Wilmot
COrnet Band. IntermssiOn for dinner. Battalion
drill and dress parade, followed by music by the
Glee Club, and addresses by Captain Johnston,
Rev Laymaster, E. R. Benfer, Esq. and Prof
Hudson.
President of the Day Chaplain T. H. D. Bell.
Chief Marshal, Captain TIC. Putnam. Assistants,
], NJ Shelter and Jas Beidler.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

A RECoLLEcTIoN.--som time ago there was a
banquet given at the St. Cloud hotel, in
honor of the retirement from the bench
and dofing Of the ermine by Judge Joseph
Frease Upon that occasion speeches were
made by numerous members of the bar of
Stark and adjoining counties, including Judges
Tibbals and Marvin of Akron. The above is
merely Introductory, and in addition we would
say, and beg the public to remember, that there
was present upon that occasion young member
of the bar from Alliance, by the name of Judson
D. Lewis. Well, Lewis was full-fuller than
TICK so full he couldn't cOnstran his tongue, but
went to work near the close of the occasion and
delivered the following harrangue:
"Honoral jug an (hic) feller citzensofameriGa.
Bully for you! Hooray frayes, 'snothing likeit.
Pm nota man oramouse, but Pm a hell offs feller;
whoop la! ByG-d snone of your business if
voter Republican oreI Democratic ticket-alle
same sing, but bet your happy ears I'm goin to
voter same waze 1 shot Whoora Whooperup,
gemlen, I'm done, 'snothing like it. If you
come to Alliance, don't ferget to come and see
me-"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

BIG INsTITUTION.-PrO not one in fifty
OF our inhabitants are aware of the magnitude OF
the new malleable Iron Works, which will open
up operations on the site Of the old Aldine Press
Works, about November LIST, under the direction
and name Of the Crawford Manufacturing Com
pany." This establishment will afford work TO
nearly four hundred hands, and in size and full
ness OF completion will be second only to the i'm
mense works Of G. Aultman & Co. The new ad-
ditions recently built to the former Press Works
are 30 large as to make the original buildings ap-
pear like outside sheds, and every arrangement
is practically and mechanically thorough. The
machinery of the concern will be run by three
large engines and large annealing furnaces are
now In the course Of erection. Messrs. Crawford
q Co. will concentrate all their large works in
this one establishment, and instead Of being
known as the Eberhard Manufacturing Co., It
will be the Crawford Manufacturing Co." or
Canton Malleable Iron Works Great credit is
due the Committee of Mortgages of the "Aldine
Press Works" most active among who was U. r.
Feather, Esq, for their efforts in bringing this
large establishment here.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
[0riglnal.l
FOLGER AND THE SENA TIE.

When Robert H. Folger concluded to run,
And that indeed was before Robert begun
He thought to hlmself-"What figure I'll be
In Ohio's own Senate-ths land of the freep
When unfortunate Coates had been counted aside
And Robert, triumphant was flush ON the tide
Again he exclaimed-"Let that Haines show his
head
And I'll march right along with an elephants
tread
All, lofty Concepionsl how soon must they fall
How little one knows of a slumbering squall
Who thought GILBERT PORTER would jump on
the scene?
Who thought ANDREW SCOTT too would dare in
tervene7
Who thought such dark shadows would get on
the path
And raise a grave question for honest men;
wrath?
In fact who supposed FoLGER's prospects would
change
And dash his high hopes from all rational range
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
See advertisement Of the Canton Mutual Fire
Insurance Company. A. d. MILLER, Agt
Geeting is opening splendid Cold and
Black Silks cheap at DeForest's.
A NEW THING.

The latest and newest thing in Canton is the
new furnishing house Just opened by John Koons
one door above the Democrat Office His stock
all new, consists Of crockery Of all kinds from q
sixteen gallon crock to q jug with capacity Of
onegill. Also fine imported queensware, domest.
ic queensware, tin, glass and terra Gotta goods,
This is a new thing in Canton and one of the most
important among our many large business houses.
Let all parties, from town or country, call and ex.
anime this new store and the excellent stock of
goods.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

SMART ALECK.-The smart young man who
finds occasion to spread his wings and Autter dur
ing the alleged illness Of Mr.. Bascom, comes out
in last weeks Repository in ge.lorious gush, and
caters transparently to the cOlored vote Of the
county, by publishing childish card above the
signature of an innocent, suffering colored man
said card purporting to be challenge to debate
Imbecllity may be excused, but assumption Of
downright idlocy can find no endorsement from
a discriminating public. In the madness Of men
like George Frances Train, the immortal j. ~,
Sergeant Bates and Johnny Jones' there may be
a method, but this doughtage exhibits nothing
but a silly looseness Of the brain.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

George Rush, formerly employed as heater at
the Canton Steel Works, is now in the Pittsburgh
jail on a charge of murder. Rush has been work.
ing at Pittsburgh lately and some nights since, at
a ball in Lutz & Walz's hail. Allegheny, while
Casper Weyman and the beer jerker were en-
gagged in row, Rush walked up and stabbed
Weyman in the abdomen from the effects of
which the wounded man died last week. 1t was
stated to us that Weyman and Rush had quar-
rel at picnic some four years ago, which, in con-
nection:with too much beer, caused Rush to use
the knife, Rush worked at Bolton, Meyers & Cos
Steel Works in this city for several months, but
was not unusually quarrelsome while here.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
A CHANGE IN BUSINESS.

Mr.. Henry Getting Olong and favorably known
IN our city as merchant has connected himself
In business with the large and popular Dry Goods
House Of R. A, DeFoIest, known in our city as the
Cleveland Store. We understand Mr.. Geeting is
to take entire management of the home depart
ment Of the business. while Mr.. DeForest will
give his entire time to the purchasing. We also
understand It is the purpose Of Mr.. DeForest to
keep much larger stock than has ever beenkept
in Stark county, and with men like Mr.. Geeting
to manage its home department they cannot fall
to extend Its present popularity and to increase
the business of the house.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

DRIVE PUMP5-We are requested to state, in re-
sponse to the article that appeared last week un-
der the above head lines, that there are vulnera.
BILE points in the article referred to. First, it ad-
mits that the claim or royalty of ten dollars is e
gally collectable, and merely advises pump own
ers to dodge the law and pile up COSTS Second,
If an owner of drive well pump refuses to pay
that royalty, it is not necessary for W. D. An
drews Bro, to prosecute said owner in court
they can enjoin said parties from from using said
pumps, and in case they persist in face of the in
junction, they will be held strictly liable for con-
tempt of court. Such is the legal status of the
case, and not as represented last week by inter
ested parties
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

Do not forget the Stark County Fair commenc-
cling Wednesday, Oct. 10, continuing four days.
No pains have been spared by the Board of Man
ayers in the arrangements Of the grounds. new
and attractive feature will be introduced into
Floral Hall and the display in this branch will be
particularly interesting 1t is not to be the Fair
of the Board of Managers, but Fair of the people
and for the people of Stark county. The Board of
Managers have spent their time and labor free OF
charge and they now ask full exhibition Of the
products Of the county and liberal attendance
thereby replenishing the treasury to the end that
the premiums offered can be met in full,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

Nor INDICTED.-As to Judd D. Lewis three DIS, =,
the angular candidate for Prosecuting attorney
on the Republican ticket, we would state, merely
for the enlightenment OF his friends and cOnstit-
uents that he wasn't indicted for burglary in
consequence of that midnight muddle of his at
Alliance, some time since, although he was shot
at by justly indignant citizen. Lewis also broke
his collar bone put his shoulder out of place, or
something of the kind few days since, In con-
nection with which he has the sincere sympathy
of the public.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

"Swope," the Duke Fritz ,viskey, was on a ram
page against the Turks last Monday He was me
andering along Tuscarawas street in warlike
attitude, and in front of Hane's block, tackled a
prominent business citizen of the town who re-
sponded with his dexter duke, sending Fritz out
among the sands of the gutter where he rolled
about and asked himself how he got there. FL
nally, comprehending his situation he arose and
made second onslaught-a strategetic clrcumlo-
CutiOn, to resort to RepOsitOrial phraseology and
was met promptly by the enemy's fist second
time and sent out among the boulders once more.
Then the battle ceased, the Russians were de-
feated and the commercial interests resumed
their former sameness.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
LOST BOY

George Brown Naysmith of this town, aged
twelve years, left home on Wednesday morning,
Oct Sd, and has not been heard from since. The
lad Is about four feet nine inches. high and Of
fair complexion and delicate build. Had on
when he left, a gray suit black hat and white
shirt. When rendered excltable exhibits three
red spots on his forehead Any information
should be addressed to George Naysmith or John
Webb, Canton Ohio,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
SLANDER1Ne YOUR NE1aHBoRs.

The chief claim for support and patron age by
some of thd manufacturers of Baking Powder in
this country, seems to be based on the idea Of al.
ways yilirylng and traducing the character and
quality of the goods of other manufacturers
Our goods, or none" is their motto. The manu-.
facturers of DooLEYs YEAST POWDER set up nc
such arbitrary claim; but they do claim to produce
an absolutely pure, wholesome and. In every Wdy
perfect Baking POtOder Besides which, Il is strictly
full tUeiqH
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
THE CENTRAL OHIO FAIR.

The tenth annual Exposition, under the pro.
prietorship aud general management of Joseph
Snavely, will be held at 0rrville o., Wednesday
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, October 10, Il, 10
and 13, 1877, For the comfort and coincidence
of visitors and exhibitors no fair in this section
equals it, Good premiums are offered in every
department, Races every day during Fair
Reduced rates on railroads,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

A new version Of the death of the murderer
Meade is published In the Pittsburgh Dispatch.
1t says he was pursued by Deputy Sheriff Roller,
and that Roller is the party who caused Meade's
death by shooting, thereby doing away with the
suicide story as published last week in the Dem.
oCRAT As the affair occurred in our own coun-
ty, we shall be pleased to hear from responsible
friend at Limayille regarding the truth OF the
Dispatch statement.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
CHANGE OF FIRM.

Mrs. @. N. human, Of the recent firm OF Mrs.
human & Anderson, has purchased the interest Of
her late partner, Mrs. Anderson, and will contln-
ue to conduct the business OF Millinery and fancy
goods at No, 4, Opera House block. The quality
of her goods may be seen and examined by all
who attend the fair next week, as she win have
on exhibition there beautiful case Of goods. Let
all the ladies Of city and country examine their
own interests and call on Mrs. human for fall and
winter purchasas
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
MAYORS COURT.

Sam Thompson, the original Samuel, was up to
see his honor last Wednesday morning, in pursu-
ance to grand whoora engaged in by him the
night previous. 1t amounted to S5 and costs.
Jesse Duell thumped friend of his, whom he
claimed as delinquent and whose name is John
Doyle. ThereupOn, the Mayor called upon the
pugnacious Jesse for about So and incidental
nnnnnann
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

Many persons are under the impression that
pictures cannot be enlarged without sending them
away to some Of the Eastern Cities This is mis-.
take. Ifyou have fading picture or one that
you want enlarged bring It along and have II
made good as new. A reduction in price dur
ing the Fair.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

Five companies of the Sth Reg't, o. N, G.. in.
cluding the companies from Canton, Massillon,
Homework Beach City and WilmOt, held a hap
py picnic at Wilmot last Saturday. The Osna-
burg brass band, which is the regmental band,
was also present. The occasion was one of genu-
inc pleasure, and the boys feel If they are called
out into actual service, as though they would
like to fare just half as well as they did at VIII
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

There is general impression abroad that Jud.
son D. Lewis, a candidate on the Republican
ticket for Prosecuting attorney, became directly
involved with too much strong drink at a recent
Sunday.schoOl picnic at Hartville The fact is,
j. D's efforts in political direction have been
slimly attended and the general question arises !:
Has he made promises to parties in Lake town
ship that he will not prosecute them, as he has
been known to do nearer home.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
PORTER --FOLGER.
Gilbert N. Porter Asks Mr.. FOIger a
Few Questions.

Editor Democrat Hon. C) Mr.. Folger does not
see fit to answer my communication of last week,
and, therefore, the only benefit that can give
him this week Is to make few enquiries
lst lwant to enquire what he did so mysleri.
ously with the Mrs, Bazy will that he had In his
possession 80 long before turning 1t over to the
Probate Judge2
2nd. would enquire also Of Mr.. Folger what
became Of the amounts Of the two stambaugh
promissory notes, mentioned in said will?
3D., would notify Chas E. Taylor of the hide
pendent that am willing to put my private char
acter alongside that of prof" r. A. Pinn. And
that do not pretend to be Democrat, but am
liberal enough In my views to vote for honest and
competent men, no matter what party they may be-
long to, as 1t Is my right After election he will
find to his dismay that there are liberal colored
men enough in Perry township to help defeat
raseally Republicans. GILBERT N. PORTER.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

The small, but mighty Robert H. Folger, the
Republican candidate for State Senate who con-
cedes the election ofthe State ticket to the Demo.
Gratis this fall, and who it is presumed by all en-
terprsing agriculturists, will be on exhibition at
the county fair next week, is making strides as
long as his little legs will admit Of and still die
tating to General ]. W. Fitch Just how he (Ftch)
must conduct himself when he assumes the Lieu
tenant Governorship.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

BURNED. The barn of Harman Van Dorstan on
the Bolivar road in Bethlehem township took
frs just after dark on Thursday evening of last
week and burned to the ground with all its con-
tents. Mr.. Van Dorstan was at church close
by, when looking out he saw the flames break
ing out of the roof. He got out his horses and
carriage, but grain, hay, and all else, was lost.
We are informed there was no insurance.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

A suit was commenced in the Common Pleas
Court at Cleveland on Monday by DR.. X. G.
Scott against Emma Babbitt, H L. Cross aud D.
W. Cross for S1O1OjO. The petition claims the
damages on account of a malicious conspiracy in
prosecuting the plaintiff in a case well known to
the public. DR.. Scott has fortified himself with
Emery & Carr, of this city John McSweeney, of
Wooster, and ]. T. Brooks, of Salem, as attorneys.
DR.. Scott is known in Canton, where he testified
as a medical expert in the Richardson murder
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
CHANGE OF FIRM,

The old and well known establishment Of o. f.
Clouser, formerly HUT & Shanafelt, has been re-
Gently purchased by Ino D. Frank, and will be
conducted same as before, thOughon lower cesh
basis and with the finest of goods in stock, This
is the PEoPLE'sBooT AND SHOE STORE and all who
propose making purchases in this line will find
that this is the most profitable place in the city to
naIl
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
TEACHERS INSTITUTE,

In addition to the instructors already announc
ed, Prof 4. G. Mendenhall of COlum bus, Ohio will
be present at the institute TO be held in Canton
and will deliver several day lectures during the
latter part of the week, and on Friday evening
Oct. 19th he will deliver one of his most popular
and instructive lectures on the subject Of Elec
evening lecture. Prof. Mendenhall is one of the
most noted dentists of the country, and we hope
the teachers will make arrangements to stay to the
close to hear all his lectures.
JOHN Il, LEHMAN, sec'y.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

RUNAwAY.-Last Thursday team belonging
to Milton Notice of Sandy township, ran away on
East Eighth street, starting near Walnut street
they ran westward at furious pace, and at the
post.ofiie corner ran against lamp post, break
ing it in two places and stopping them so sudden
ly as to throw young lad, who was in the wagon,
forward with great force against the end board of
the wagon box. 1t was a miraculous escape for
the boy.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

A RUNAWAY BoY.-A few days ago the police
authorities of our city received letter from
Mr.. Heinzelman Of Navarro, stating that son Of
his aged about twelve years, was missing Sat
urday evening Officer Webb found boy near the
depot, with a gang Of trsmps, who proved to be
the missing lad. He was placed In the station
house over Sunday and taken home on Monday.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

YoUNssrowN.-The bonded debt in 1876 was
$4,000, of which s15OOOO of bonds were issued
for water works and $4,000 foor general purposes.
There is nothing like little debt in large city.
1t is one of the luxuries of city life, and indi-
Gates business till payday, and then the laugh
comes in, right there and then. That time is 1881
and 1sS6-after resumption Youngstown NeFs.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
BOWLING ALLEYS.

Fun and healthy exercise for fair week, cheap
amusement at julie Klein's bowling alleys, Lip
pert's block basement, East Tuscarawas street.
These alleys are over 10 feetlong and scientifically
constructed, as all expert bowleTs declare. The
balls ale also of the best quality and strict mathe
matieal spheres. To all who are fond of live heal
thy exercise and interesting sport, we would say
call on him. Good Wines, Ales, Cigars lunches,
&c, always on hand.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
FURNITURE.

The large assortment of new and handsome de-
signs In ParOr and Chamber Suites, Lounges,
Marble top Tables, Easy Chairs, Pier Glasses,
Mattresses and Furniture of every description, at
7 b, McCrea's fine furniture warerooms, East
TuscaraWas street. this city, is now being sold
without reserve, and regardless of cost Of manu-
iacture. Close cash burgers here and elsewhere
shonld remember that this stock is the largest in
the State outside Of Cincinnati.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04
BUgINBSS CUANgE.

Ed. sexauer, formerly of sexauer & Miller has
purchased and taken possession of the well knew
Buckeye Restaurant, formerly conducted by Sam
BecheEer, basement Of Dannemiller & son'sbuild.
ing Ed is doing all that Is possible to render the
place attractive, and has supplied 1t with large
stock Of the very best wines, liquors, cigars. &C.
that could be had In this vicinity. Don't forget
to call on him.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

A "oAPPER"-For the Republican candidate for
Treasurer was wandering about listlessly in Pike
township the other day. searching for stray votes.
While thus engaged, he was bitten by what he
supposed to be rattlesnake. He Immediately
took twelve more drinks of the worst whisky ever
put on the market and in one hour and fifteen
minutes was talking an unnaturalized coal miner
to death on the subject Of local politics. The
snake died.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-10-04

BULLETS AND APPLEs.-Last Sunday as young
son of Charles Betz, of this town. was confscating
a few apples from an orchard between Canton
and Louisville, he was shot at by the owner Of
the orchard, the bullet passing through his hat
but fortunately not hitting the boy.