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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

A LADY KILLED BY LIGHTNING WHILE DRAWING
A BABY CARRIAGE.-During the recent severe
thunder storm which passed over this section, a
young lady named Carpenter, daughter of
David Carpenter, Of Holley, was struck by light
ming and instantly killed. Miss Carpenter, in
company with another young lady, her sister-in-
law, was walking along the road some distance
west of the village when the storm came up, The
ladies were drawing baby carriage, each OF
them having hand upon the handle of the car
riage They were hurrying forwardas fast aspos-
sible to reach the nearest farmhouse to escape the
rain, when bolt of lightning fell upon the group
and instantly killed Miss Carpenter. The fluid
struck her upon the side Of the face, and passing
downward cut her clothing entirely from her
body and tore the shoes and stockings upon her
feet to shreds. Her companion was stunned, but
received no serious injury, The baby was thrown
from the carriage and flung several feet into the
center of the road without receiving even a
scratch. The body of the unfortunate lady was
taken to q farmhouse near by. She was about 10
years Of age.-ROcheSter Democrat and Chronicle.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
SUFFOC17ED BY GAS.

Cleveland, July 11.--This afternoon six
men were suffocated in the mines of the
Brookfield Coal Company, located near
Wheatland, Pa, on the line Of the Erie 4
Pittsburgh Railroad, between Sharon and
New Castle, Pa. Their names are Robert
Williams, Miles Davis, John Jones, David
Jenkins, Richard Jones and John Bax-
ter. Twenty-seven more men were
nealy suffocated.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
RLFE MURpERER LYNOHED.

St. Louis, July lion Friday last Mrs
John Greene, living near Roanoke, Ran
dolph county, Mo-, was shot by her hus'
band and mortally wounded. Greene
claimed it was an accident, but Mrs
Greene asserted that it was not, and soon
afterwards died. Her father had Greene
arrested, and he was taken to Huntsville
for examination. On Monday night
some fifty men took Greene from the
custody of the constable and hung him
to tree near by. 1t is said that Greene's
intimacy with another woman caused
him to murder his wife. They leave
seven children.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
CHANGE OF CHANNEL IN THE MLSS0 URI
RIVER.

Omaha, Neb., July 9,-The anticipated change
of channel in the Missouri river above this place
occurred Sunday morning A heavy volume OF
water Is now pouring through the cut-ohwhich is
about 600 feet wlde 1t will be necessary to take
immediate steps for the salvation of the levee on
this side. Preliminary surveys have been made
for large stock yard at this place. The Union
Pacific Company made liberal offers ana conCes, e6c
sions 10 the company. II is estimated that 1000
head Of cattle will be shipped through here this
70
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
TO GO INTO LIQUIDATION.

The Dry Goods Bank at New York has decided
to 20 into liquidation. The deposits amount to
about $500 OOO call loans, discounts aud other ad-
yances over 81 100000; cash on hand and govern
ment bonds, 100000. The bank started in 1871
with cash capital of 81 100000 and will be able
to pay the depostors in full The stockholders
will realize about 50 cents ON the dollar If no un-
foreseen losses are made.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
SOME LIGHT ON THE MYSTERIOUS MUIR
DER NEAR WHEELING.

WHEELING, W. VA, July 6.-The mystery sur
rounding the Elm Grove murder is clearing away
The victim was to-day identified as Dennis Car
ney, a junk dealer from steubenville, o. 1t mas
transpired that he was attacked in lane near
Elm Grove six miles east of this city, on Wednes.
day night by two men, who fractured his skull
with heavy stones, and aftelward robbed him.
The murderers were traced to this city by the
officers, but have not yet been arrested
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Wool is from thirty three to fifty per
cent higher this year than last year, and
wheat is also from one third to one half
higher than last year, yet our Democrat
ic editors tell their readers times are get
ting rse.-7 7NS. AdVOcate.
Wages Of mechanics and labo1ers are
being cut down all this time, and provis-
ions rather get higher than lower. Be
sides, work is scarce. Let our friend tell
the whole truth. Is it not true that
times are Worscl
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

"Ike is prominent feature in the g. A. Band.
As vocalist he can't be beat. fine silver, gold
lined cup, suitably engraved, was presented to
him at the festival and Ike says "dat de boys are
alters gwine to drink outen it," When he shuilles
Off this mortal coil he Is 'gwine to donation 1t to
do Rand 10
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Numan & Sons delivery wagon took the largest
load Of fruits, vegetables, canned meats groceries
&C., to the family camping ground, near Waynes-
burgh, on Tuesday that we have seen 80 over the
road for many day No doubt but what the
picnickers will return so fat that intimate friends
viii scarcely recognize them.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The cellar of one of our grocer's warehouse
contains b7 rat traps They are of all known de-
signs and one of them is quite curiosity. 1t is
the invention of one of the far.seeing clerks, who
learned that Cinnamon intended 10 locate here
and who Intends, by means of his new trap, to
catch good sleek, fat rats alive, and preserve
them for sale,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
FATAL BOILER EXPLOSION ON A STEAM
BOAT

Wheeling, July 9-The steamboat ]. N. Camden
en- route from Parkersburgto Pittsburgh, exploded
both of her boilers and sank at the head of Fish
Creek Ripple about three o'clock this afternoon.
william Barnard, the pilot and three colored men
of the crew were instantly killed. The following
were injured 7. H. Wiley, seriously; Samuel
Rogers, slightly scalded James Condleton, head
cut in two places, but not seriouslyi Thomas Jen'
nings, slightly injured.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

We see by the New Haven, (Ct) Palladium OF
June 9th, that Frank Henry Willenberg, son
of the late Henry wi lenberg, and nephew OF
Frank, of Massillon, graduated at the Yale Col
lege commencement. The degree of Bachelor
of Laws was conferred upon him and he has
been admitted to the bar. Mr.. Willenberg is an
enterprising and industrious young man and his
many friends in this county feel confident that
he will attain the front rank in his chosen pro-
foepiOn
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Timothy Thomas has started ale factory In
the Cutlery Works building. He good work
man and reouts or manufactures new files to Or
der In satisfactory manner His new files are
claimed by parties who have used them' to be
among the best in the market
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

A team attached to moving machine on the
farm of Malon Reese, in Washington township,
becoming frightened few days ago, became un-
manageable and ran away in the hay field, throw
ing off boy who was riding one of the horses,
and running into team hitched to the fence,
killed one of the horses and badly cut the other
The boy escaped without serious injury.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
USELESS GUNBOATS.

At the opening of hostilides the Turks had
eighteen gunboats on the Danube-a iotilla suf-
ficient, If ably and energetically handled to have
given the Russians very serious trouble. In fact,
however it has been worthless and the vessels
are now scattered along: the river, unable to get
together for any enterprise of moment and power
less for offense or defense. They Will all be cap
tlred by the Russians or destroyed.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

FEsT1vAL.-There will be grand lawn festival
at the English Reformed church, on East qus-
carawas street, on Friday and Saturday evenings,
The tables will. be well supplied with delicacles
and ample arrangements have been made to
amuse and entertain all patrons
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

By an act Of the Legislature Of last winter chat
tel mortgages and bills Of sale are required to be
recorded like mortgages for real estate Prior 70
June LIST, all that was necessary to make chattel
mortgage good was to file 1t with the Recorder
Now, to make them lien they are required to be
recorded
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

We hear Of Washington lady who appeared in
company in calico dress the other evening. She
supposed everybody would shed tears over her
goodness and economy but instead everybody
looked grleved, and said, "Good gracious what's
your husband been doingp
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The most prominent and attractive ornament
on the interior of the band festival tent last
week, was the excellent collection of rare and
beautiful house plants, furnished by Bent. Fogle.
He has choice variety of plants from the pest
florists in the county at his residence, NO. IL NJ
Poplar street, and sells them cheap.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
BURSTING OF A RESERVOIR
At Aao,, Mqssaenuscts-Gyat Damage Done,

AT dUEOV II1IooUVI'FVV"0 Vt wv -7T'''7VV
Boston, July O.-on Sunday afternoon the new
reservoir at Athol, Massachusetts, on the hill 25C
feet above the main village, into which volume
of water has Just been emptied, gave way under
pressure, and the torrent rushed down the hill 70
Pleasant street, quickly traversed the distance "a
town half mile, and joined the Beaver brook
swelling this stream. The food carried away sew
eral min dams, and caused more or less oamage
Ia other mill property on the bank Of the stream
The roads were badly washed. The reservoir was
built by contract and accepted by the town on
Co
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

A farmer in Paulding county posted up the fol-
lowing ON his farm; "NoTIs; II any mans OF
woman's COWS oxen gifts in these here otes his OF
her tale will be cut of, as the case may be. am
a christian man and pay mi taxes, but d---n a
man who lets his critters run luse, says l."
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
suro1pE RY a sALooN KEEPER.

Cleveland, o., July ga Broadway saloon keep
er, named Garnelt, committed suicide this morn
ing by shooting himself through the breast. Some
six weeks ago Garnett fought with 8 man named
Brooks, striking him with mallet, for which be
was arrested and bound over 10 the Common Pleas
Court. This and drink are the alleged cauBes.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Many parties in the southern part OF the 2ne
ward complain Of quantity OF poisoned bread
and meat being thrown around carelessly' II Is
probably meant for dogs, but children VIII DC apt
to pick II up, unless they are closely Walcheo'
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The orrville Crescent is endeavoring to work
up enthusiasm enough in that place to secdre the
location Of glass coffin factory" and says II
will be "a big thing for the town. II probably
would for the cemetery part Of It.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

One Of our enterprislng merchants is expert
menting on newmethod Of manufacturing pure
cider vinegar. If he succeeds there will be good
sale for beech shavingS and he will make the
business specially.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Parties returning from fishing excursions, dur
ing the night, should be careful how they throw
bricks at gates, near our shops. Remember the
watchmen carry big revolyers and are not liable
to know personsin the dark.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The Mansfield Shield and Banner says: "Hon.
chas. McKeney, Congressman elect from the
Stark County District was In town last week" Z
Itbpzobable the s. and B. meant Hon, Wm.
Mckinney ! 4, of Canton.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
CIR USHED UNDER A TREE.

LIMA, o., July 6-During the heavy storm last
night, young man named George Knapp was
killed by tree falling. He had taken shelter un-
der shed with three others, after harvesting,
and attempted to run from some falling timber,
when limb struck him, killing him almost In
RtantlV
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
ONCE STRONGER THAN a SOVEREIGN
rCleyeland Herald

General Grant stood at the foot Of the throne
when he visited the English House Of Lords. A
few months ago he had more real power than the
sovereign that occasionally sits on that throne.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
c0MmoDoRE yANDERBlLTs GRANDSON.

New York, July 9-oakley s. Barker, grandson
Of Commodore Vanderbilt, was indicted by the
grand jury to day for stealing jewelry rom
Young woman named Lizzie Weeks, Shortly af
terward Barker was arraigned and, pleading not
guilty. was remanded for trial.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
BARD ON HARERANFE.
TWnkesbarre Record.1

It is denied that Governor HarraHft sent the late
cable message 70 General Grant care OF Her Ma
jesty Queen ictoria, Windsor Castle" 1t was an
absurdity Of hich we could hardly believe Gov
ernor Hartranft guilty.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
LIVE STOCK MARKETS.
PIrrsBuRe. July 10, 1877.
SHEEP.
WOOL MARKET.

philadelphia. July 1O--Wool in good demand
bnt strong upward tendency: Ohio, PennsylVaa:.
MIA. West Virginia Xxx and above 4S@5Oc x, 40
| @4Sc; medium 47@48c; coarse, 40 to 4Sc. New Sov
YoTk Miehigan. Indiana and Western fine, AZ TO
4sc. medium 46 to 47c; coarse 40 to 42c; comhngs
washed, so to 55c unwashed, SS to 39c.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
DROWNED WHILE TRYING TO FORD
CREEK,

GRANVILLE, o., July 6-Mrs Nathan Evans at
tempted to ford the Moose Run, about six miles
west OF here, last evening about seven O'clock.
The stream being swollen by the heavy rains her
buggy was carried down and Mrs. Nathan was
drowned. Her body was found this morning In
a pile Of drift wood about two miles below the
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

CANTON Is a substantial business city, judging
from her manufacturing establishments and their
success. We have just as nice place to live in
though.-NeI0 Lisbon Patriot,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The Canton Cutlery Company have put up a
new and attractive sign al. their works. The
painting was done by R. Landis These works
are in prosperous condition, their trade increas.
ing rapidly,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The "star" barber shop in Louisville is the
place to get a good clean shave, your hair cut
neatly, and q tip.top shampoo. Jim" gives salts
faction. Give him trial.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
THE CITY GETS NOTHING
Pittsburgh Gazette |

Cincinnati has spent sixteen millions in build
ing a railroad which she has leased to Company
with capital of 100000, and the Company is in
soue doubt of It's ability to earn fair dividend
on that small amount Of capital The city gets
nothing and pays million interest yearly.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Now is the season when the patient husband is
requested to watch the KETTLE to see that the Jelly
does not boil over. OF course he Is supposed 10
know all about handlingit
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
THE PLoTTERS ON THE PACIFIC
Indianapolis Sentinel. !

Some devilmentis brewing sure. Morton is In
the Far West, so is old Zach and Logan, and now
we hear of Don Cameron fitting in that direction.
What does Il all mean2 Perhaps they go to found
new empire, with the Blain- Morton type OF Rad
icalism as q cornerstone,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Prosecuting bigots may be compared to those
burning lenses which philosophers have made
from ice by their chilling apathy, they freeze the
suppliant by their fiery zeal, they burn the suf-
feref
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
GARFIELD VS.. MATTHEWS.
Dayton Democrat.

Mr.. Garfield is hard at work to have himself
made United States Senator, as the successor
Stanley Matthews: provided, always, that the
Republicans have control Of the next Ohio Legis'
latIlrp.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
MARRIED.

MATTHIAS BoWEN.-on the 9TH inst, at the
residence of the brides parents at Louisville, Mr.
D, w. Matthias and Miss Cora Bowen, Rev. D. ).
Leberman officiating.
ELsAss-GARDNER.-O the 2Sth ult., BY Rey.
L. M. Kuhns, Mr.. George W. Elsass and Miss ol-
i've Gardner,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
BOILER ExpIosI0N-TW0 MEN KILLED.

WHEELING, W. VA, July 6-Yesterday morn
ing the boiler attached TO a saw mill four miles
east Of sisterville, Tyler County West Virginia
exploded, instantly killing the proprietor, Mr
John Ashland, and his son George, and badly
scalding his son Philip.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
SHERMAN AND WALL STREET
akron Argus.1

John is rapidly approaching that period in life
when he can retire from politics to become Presi'
dent Of Wall street Bank or q speculattng Syn
dieate. He is thoroughly identified with the
bondholders and mOney-sharkso Of the East.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
THE SOUTH FREE.
baltimore Gazette ]

Hayesism has taken the heel of oppression off Of
the Southern States, and now distributes the. OPP
preston of its fraudulency equally over the whole
country This is agrest gain, q tree planted WhiCh
will yet yield good fruits.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

To be attacked by some men is safer than to be
protected by them,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
WHERE HE CAN BEGIN.
Esprinpfeld Mass Republican.

Perhaps President Hayes will have to begin his
Civil Service Reform, like charity, at home, and
make an awful warning Of Secretary John Sher-
MAJ
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
DIED..

ALLERToN-Mrs. Mary Allerton, Of Stark Co..
o., departed this life June 27 aged " years
months and days.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

The martyrs to vice far exceed the martyrs to
virtue, both in endurance and in number.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
FRAUD AND REBEL.
Galveston News

The cry of fraud" on one side, and the cry Of
"rebel" on the other can never lift the politics Of
the country above the perils of sectionalism and
revolutionary faction.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
THE WIS.
Execution al Harrisburg and Lynch La,o in
Missouri.

Harrisburg, July 1l.-Frank Wilson,
colored, who murdered John B, Rudy in
Harrisburg, in June, 1876, was executed
in the Jail here, this morning.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

Glass and tin fruit jars are ripe and the crop is
abundant
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
Inra1 1ews.

A few more No. kits pickeral for 81 at human
n Soma.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12

All other Goods In Proportion Stated Above Please Do
Not Spend One Cent Until You Have Examined Our
New Stock and Prices. Give Us Call Be-
fore Buying Elsewhere. Don't For.
getthe heSTANDARD CLOTH
ING HALL
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1877-07-12
GRAIN MARKET.
CANTON RETAIL MARKET
DEMOCRAT OFFICE,
Opv GPocER1Fs.

Canton, Ohio, July II, lST1.(
Tho 6o,lowin1 will be found correct quotations
this day OF the Retail price to consumers OF the
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1877-07-02

sion Of the opening Of the canal. He
came, overland from San FRANCISCO
10 New York, and sailed from
that city in high spirits to join the
family circle at Christmas. On Christ
mas Day, which happened to be un-
usually cold, merry party were skating
on little lake in the beautiful grounds
OF Bearwood. The ice suddenly gave
way and two cousins of young Mr..
Walter fell through it into the water.
He was skating on distant part of the
lake, heard the cries, came swiftly to
rescue, and after succeeding in saving
his cousins unfortunately broke through
himself. disappeared under the Ice and
was taken out Hfeless an hour or two
afterwards. He was always mentioned
as young man Of great promise and
was regarded as the future editor of the
Times. The memorial monument which
is being set up to-day, is said to be a
beauti ul work OF art by Mr., Noble, con-
tanning an inscription from the pen of
Dean Stanley.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1877-07-02
THE CINCINNATI STAR

THE DAILY Starts served by carriers to
their Subscribers in the city Of Clnoinnati
and in ell important Western cities and
town, for 10 CENTS PER WEEK, paya-
BILE TO the carrier. Or the papor will be
mailed, postage paid, to any part of the
country for so CENTS PER MONTH,
90 90 PER ANNUM.
THE STAR is the only STRICTLY INDE-
PENDENT NEWSPAPER published in
Cincinnati Itis taken and read by people
of all parties and shades OF opinion, and 1t
seeks to present the news OF all kinds fairly
and truthfully, with Justice to all and with
especial favor to none.
THE WEEKLY SrAR-S1 90 PER YEAR,
with two splendid PREMIUMS. 25 cents
extra must be sent for mailing expense on
premiums,
ADVERTISING RATES-In Daily, 12 1-2
tents per line, or 81 90 per square OF eight
lines, agate measure. In Weekly, go cents
per line.
Address THE STAR,
gao Walnut street, Cincinnati, o.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1877-07-02

HON. VIM. NJ. CoRRY and some others
ut the Saturday night indignation m eet-
Ing were altogether too broad in their
aenunciation Of the people OF Ludlow.
The murder OF Ochsner was an outrage
without palliation, and those who pre-
tended to be attempting TO arrest him
acted with poor discretion, but all that
Is no reason for the wholesale denuncia-
lion of the citizens ofLudlow. The peo-
pie OF that place do not materially differ
rom those OF any OF our other suburbs,
and large proportion of them regret
The Ochsner tragedy more than out
Iiders possibly can. That they elected
10 Office the men with least judgment,
and placed the custody OF their lives and
property in the hands Of ill-advised and
irresponsible people instead Of their
best citizens was a mistake that they
pay dearly for, bat one we can not con-
iemn with force, seeing that we habitu.
ally do the same thing.