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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
History Of Perry County.

Circumstances beyond my control have DELAYED
the preparation and publication of the HISTORY OF
Ferry County, Ohio, which have for some time
had in contemplation.
The book will be large volume of about six
hundred pages well bound and printed and pub
iished by regular book establishment, on good
paper, IN good style, and in workman-like man
ner. 1T will contain a history of the county-by
townships as far as practicable-from the period Of
the the earliest white settlements. down to July 4th
1871, the close OF the Centennial year. The work
Will give the names of the early pioneers, of each
township as Tar as possible introducing incidents
connected with the early settlements, and the
growth and progress of ali parts of the county.
Also, as far as may be obtainable, a separate and
distinct account of each town, old and new, in
Thronville, Rehoboth, Bristol, New Lexington
Mount Mount Hope, Crossenville, Wontown, MaxSile,
Ssxfieid Ssnd Porterville straitsville Mllertown,
town, New Straitsyille Shawnee, McCunevilIe.
Junction City, Glenford, MoxahaIa, Hemiock'
Ferrara Baird's Furnace, buckingham, and any
other old or new towns that may be aug up or ade
up before the manuscript work of the book is clos
the county OF the newspaper press, of the several
county seat struggles, of Perry county in connec-
non with the war Of 1872, the Mexican war; and
the war of 1861 Also, far as information can be
procured, separate and distinct account of each
Church society in the county.
As extra-historical, the book will contain chap
ter upon the mineral and other wealth. and upon
the future prospects of the county
Enough has been said to give an idea of the gen.
Siai scope anu character OF the proposed volume
VI course, local work 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 $500, which is not much in excess Of General
historical works, of corresponding size and finish
n. b. Agents are wanted to canvass each town.
ship In the county. resident agent of the town.
ship wod be preferred, but this is not essential
the person applying is competent one. Person
unknown to me must come wen recommended as to
integrity, and ability to do this kind of work. Ap
plleatlon Tor an agency may be made in person OF
| given. "'-- De
The volume will be published as soon as q
thorough canvass of the county can be made
| Meanwhile, persons residing at distance may or
| der the book, and their orders will be recorded
and their names placed on the list. To secure thu
| ordered. E.S. CoIRoRN
March Is 1877
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Look out for Tom Johnson's advertise
msnt next week. He is receiving the lar
gest and best stock of goods ever brough I
TO Somerset
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Ben Spencer had a number Of chickens
with the cholera and he undertook 10 cure
them. The remedy stopped the disease ON
sll be gave IL 10. Ben will give you the
receipt.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

What has become of the Somerset ICor-
net Band? We are all patiently awaiting
that long talked of new music"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
Notice.

hereby notify all those knowing them
selves indebted to me on book account to
come and settle up before the first day OF
September by cash OF note, and save costs
for after that date their accounts will be
found with the Squire for collection.
mean what say.
July 26, 1877. JAMES McQUAID.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The special election next Monday to
elect Corporation Clerk does not create
much stir among the boys, II may liven
up BY the day Of election.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

A Michigan father writes to the faculty
of Yale: what are your terms for a
year? And does it cost anything extra if
mo son wants to learn to read and write as
we'll as row q boat?"
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The thieves who have been stealing from
the Somerset Steam Mill will receive their
just reward If they continue their course.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
The Board of Directors.

The Board Of directors Of the P. G. L.
s. A. & NJ. A. U. Society are in need of
Secretary and should appoint one at their
next meeting who will attend to the duties
of the office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The Somerset Planning Mill is kept busy
Mr.. T. NJ. Ashbrook, the accommodating
proprietor intends making this one Of the
best mills in central Ohio.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

II. G. Chalfant has on hand the best
and cheapest stock of hard ware in the coun.
ty which he is selling very cheap.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The bridge to be built over the rail road
should be a double track. 1t often hap
pens that teams are compelled to wait their
turns 10 cross il.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

And now comes elder berries. They
have been selling for twenty cents per gal
Ion. Wouldn't they make a good disk
.tewed with onions?
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

A grand mechanical parade will be one
among the many new features a, our next
fair.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Captain Greiner informs US that he was
not in Wheeling last week. We did not
hear any one say he was.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

There are 4 number Of persons allowing
weeds to grow up in their yards and gar
dens. They should be cut down.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The prospects for q road from Shawnee
TO Athens at this time is very good, and it
Is thought that before long work will be
commenced in earnest.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Dan Stickel has his house about enclosed
and when completed will help the appear
ance Of il q great deal.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
Assignee's Notice.

The undersigned has been appointed by the
signee of Leavitt & Co., of said county. Persons
having claims against the firm of Leavitt & Co.
are requested to present them duly authenticated
for allowance, to the undersigned, at the Store
room formerly occupied by Leavitt & Co., within G
months from and after this date.
June %, 3w J. w. HULL, Assignee
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

There will be regular meeting Of the
Changers at their hall in Somerset, on Sat-
urday next.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The time for registering will soon be
here. We do not suppose their will be a
dozen voters in this township who will be
required to register.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

sion since Monday and the attendance is
large.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

There will be Murphy meeting at the
Town Hall next Fridey evening at o'clock
Turn out every ybody.
MANY MURPHIEs.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Parties having locals to be published in
The PRESS for their own benefit will here
after be charged the same as other adverti-
sing
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
Dissolution Notice,

THE Partnership heretofore existing betwee
Matthies Co., is this day, July 1st, 1877
dissolved by mutual consent. All liaccounts againts
and all due the firm will be settled by p. G. Mat
thies, who will still carry on business at the oil
stand P. G. MATTHIES. =
Juiyl2th, 1877. W. L. HINDMAN."
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Several communications received during
the past week are not considered appropri
ate and are therefore declined.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Thomas johnson has just returned from
the East and has purchased a very fine lot
of fancy cassimeres and cloths. dress goods,
and splendid lot of carpets and oil-cloths,
and it would be we'll to call and see them
before nurchasinQ elseMhere
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Sam Heineman will be here on Satur-
day to buy all the good horses brought to
town.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
/. CAME,
DANIELF. BEATTY's
Pianos & Organs.

Caution.-The reputation have gained and
princpled parties and agents to copy my circulars
and misrepresent my Instruments against this tne
public are hereby cautioned. All my organs pear
my trademark, Golden Tongue, and all my fanos
have the word PIANO. underlined, and also nave
my name and residence, Daniel +. Beatty, mssn-
ington, n. T., without which none are genuine
DANIEL +. BEATTY,
Washington, New JeIsey,us.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The stonework on the new building oI
Nathan Dennison is going up rapidly.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

may chance to have the. sparks fly in their
own faces.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

A. L. johnson & Co., will send good
news to the public through the colnmns OF
THE Press. Look out for il.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Miss Burnie johnson, daughter of Mrs.
J. II. Shearer, Of Marysville, Ohio, is WIS.,
itiDg DIR. Skinuer's family.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

(ar4NJr>is not easily earned in these times but
~ [ 1 can be made in three months by any onet
w of either sex, any part of the country,
who is willing to work steadily at the employment
that we furnish. SIXTY-SIX DOLLARS per
week in your own town. You heed not be away
from home over night. You can give your whole
time to the work, or only your spare moments
II costs nothing to try the business. Terms and
s5 outfit free. Address at once, H. HALLETT Co.
Portland, Maine.
April 5th, 1877, 1y.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
aBEATTYS PRIOR
"a "a ORG A n S. 81

Elegant Styles, with Valuable Improvement
New and Bea utiful Solo Stops. OVER ONE THOU
SAND Organists and Musicians indorse these or
gans and recommend them as STBICTLY FIRST
CLASS in tone, Mechanism and durability War
ranted for six years.
Most Elegant and --latest Improved.
Have been awarded the Highest Premium
competition with others for
Simplicity, Durability, Pronlptaess,
AND PLANO LIKE ACTION
Pure Sweet, and Eren Balanced Tone, o.
chestfoi Effects, and Instantaneous Access
| rhich may be had to the Reeds.
Send for Price List. Address
DANIEL F. BEATTY.
Washington, New Jersey L. s. A
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
For Rent.

A No. one business room for rent on
West Main Street. Apply at this Office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
For Rent.

The frame building opposit Dittoe
Grocery Store. Apply at this Office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
RATES OF ADVERTISING.
ELECTION TICKETS.
One Dollar Per Thousand.

We will furnish tickets printed on 6rst
class paper when ordered in lots of six
thousand and upwards at the rate Of one
dollar per thousand.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Ben whitmer has pure cider vinegar
Ii IL the best we ever used.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
ASsienee's Notice.

Persons who are indebted to Leavitt Co., are
requested to make immediate payment to the
undersigned, otherwise his duty will require him Il
enforce collection by law. J. W. HULL,
June %, Sw Assignee of Leavitt 4 Co.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The plum crop in this vicinity is almos
an entire failure.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The Somerset Steam Mill is doing a
very extensive business.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Remember the Auction in the Brown
room next Saturday.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Mr.. Jessee Schauers has had sign
erected in front Of his business house.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Sheriff Porter was in town on Friday
last.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

A great many of our farmers have
already thrashed.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

II. A. Swartz is seriously i'll with ty-
phoid fever.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The contest for Senator in this district
will be exciting.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Call at his Office and procure premium
list.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Our groceries arc we'll filled with vegeta.
bles
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

GAINESVILLE Accommodation leaves GAINESVILLE dali
ly except Sunday at 6.45 a. H.. and arrives at Col
umbus at $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. NJ. COLE,
Western Pass'r Agt GenV Ticket Ag't,
CINCINNATI BALTIMORE:
W. C. QUINCY,
General MANAGER, NEWARK.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The weeds around the court house pave
ment are deserving ef a little attention.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The potato crop in this county promises
TO be immense.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The late rains have helped the appear
ance Of the corn.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

II takes hen two days to make cent
provided she lays an egg every day.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Remember the auction next Saturday al
J. Murray Browns old store room.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Our teamsters are busy supplying Goa
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Mr.. w. s. Smith of Marysville, Ohio,
paid our town a short visit last week. Mr..
Smith is the proprietor of the Continental
Hotel of that place, which ia the best hotel
in that section of Ohio, and in fact it
would be credit to any OF our cities.
He is one Of the leading business men of
Marysville, and a man of indominitable
energy, and although quite young has &C.
cumulated considerable means without the
assistance of any one. We thought several
times during his short stay of asking him
to pull up stakes" in Marysville and come
TO Somerset, but we might as well asked
him to vote against Judge West at the
coming election.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Mr.. Isaac Weaver hos about recovered
from his late illness.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Mrs. David Brookhart died on Tuesday
evening last. Her death was very sudden
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

There will be quite a number Of interes
ting cases at the next term of Court.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The fire engine fever has passed away.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Fill up your coal bins.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Whose place is i. to clear the alleys Of
weeds?
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
BOOTSlAND SHOES.
James w. Graves.

AT THE SIGN OF THE RED BOOT.
T continue to keep on hand a full line of Boots
l. and Shoes, Ladies' Misses and Children's ware,
which will sell at panic prices. Custom ware
neatly, quickly and eheaply done.
Feb Is. JAMES W GRAVES
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
BEATTY YPIANO
GRAND SCARE AND UPRIGHT.

From James F. Regan, firm of Regan Carter, pub
fishers Daily and Weekly Tribune, Jefferson City
Mo-, after receiving 800 instrument, says:
pleased with it. Is is all you represent it to be-"
From E. 4. Baldrige, Bennington Furnace, Pa
after receiving 800 piano.
f'The Beatty received 4th inst, all o. K, and
comes fully up to your representation, and exceeds
our expectations While 1 don't profess 10 be
judge in the matter, Mrs B. does, and pronounce:
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 b!
after test trial of five days. Pianos warranted
for six years. Agents wanted. Send for catalogue
Address,
DANIEL F. BEATTY,
Waghington New jersey U. S. A.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

The annual reunion Of the four Presby-
terian congregations-Unit New Lex
ington, Uniontown and Roseville: Rev.
Henry Beeman, Pastor, will be held on
Thursday, August 30sh. 1877, at Cook
sons Woods" on the old Buckeye Road
leading from Somerset to Saltillo, and
about for miles East of the former place
Several Reverend gentlemen will address
the convation. All chu-ch going people
are invited
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23
Sol Levi.

tNHE accommodating Saoonist has still a full sup
u ply OF choice Liquors, Cigars and Tobacco i
1uliy prepared to serve you with Oysters in any
style; wild game in season. plain meal at rea-
sonable rates. Remember the place, Magruder's $
Block West Main street, where the large cigar is
in the window.
February Is, 1877.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Our streets were crowded last Saturday
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1877-08-23

Give US . call and examine our stock
particularly our Stoves. We feel way
ranted in assuring all comers that we
can supply all their wants ranging with
in the circle Of our legitimate business.
and that our work, wares. prices, ETC.,
will be found satisfactory.
MYERS & YARNELL.
Sept. %, 1876. %
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1877-06-22

The death of Allie N. Stetson, youngest
son of Mr.. and Mrs n. L. Sletson, which,
after long and distressing sickness, &C.
surred on the 14th inst, is peculiarly al
fiicllng TO the parents and family, and a
source Of much sorrow in the community.
He was lovely lad between Eve and six
years of age, and more promising, intel
ligent and beautiful boy is seldom seen.
This additional sffiction falls very heavily
upon Mr.. and Mrs. Stetson, they having
previously buried two young sons, also a
lovely and beautiful daughter just bloom
ing into womanhood leaving but one son
and also but one daughter, the wife of w.
p. Jones, Esq. The funeral services were
attended on Sunday, the 18th inst., con-
Quoted by Rev. II. Eastman assisted by
Rev. Messrs. Clifford and Fay. A larger
and more sympathetic audience is seldom
seen on funeral occasion.
Mrs. Warren, step-mother of Dea. l..
A. Warren, died suddenly on the 18th inst.
She was in the saith year of her age, and had
long been in slow decline. She was an
amisble and excellent woman, lived a most
exemplary life, and was respected, esteem
ed and beloved by all acquaintance.
On the 18th inst, L. Fl. Stetson had a
narrow escape from a serious if not fatal
injury. He was getting load of sand on
River street, when the bank fell nearly
burying him, but by the timely efforts of a
few persons near by he was rescued from
his perilous condition.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1877-06-22

The Windham and Bennington Asso-
citation of Universalists will hold its annual
session June q and rs, in the Universalist
church at Sadawga. A sermon will be
preached Tuesday evening, Goth, at 1-2
o'clock. The council will be organized on
Wednesday morning. 1t is hoped that all
the friends throughout the association will
be present to enjoy the meetings, and that
delegates will be present from every parish
in fellowship.
H. N. Hix is pushing his Searsburg
road job as rapidly as possible.
The selectmen of nottingham have ad-
vertsed 10 let the road from Jacob Chase's
place to Ssdawga on Saturday, June 80.
Here is a chance for road-builders.
The site of the house where Brigham
Young was born, is near this village, in an
old pasture, and is not of much value ex-
cept for play ground for the festive pota-
TO bug nd The rollicking grasshopper. A
few years ago, some fellows here picked
from the old house spot few little flowers
and green leaves, and forwarded them to
the old SAINT by mail. He aiterward
wrote them polite letter, thanking them
for their thoughlfulness, and expressed
himself as pleased with the compliment.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1877-06-22
f.. Il. LONETT.
l.. s. LovETT.

In the strawberry line we have seen
nothing this season to equal tho "Willard
Mammoth Prolific" for size or beauty.
The circumference of one measured at the
post office, the other day, was A inches.
Gov. Ryland Fletcher has been visiting
some of his old friends at Westminster the
past week, stopping with Mrs. james May.
The young peoples dramatic enter
tainment aud strawberry festival, last Fri
day evening, was success in every par
ticular. The town hall was literally filled,
Notwithstanding the extreme heat OF the
evening, while at the tables in the lower
hall it was unanimously conceded that the
young ladies added another wreath TO their
already widely extended reputation in that
difficult department.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1877-06-22

Rev. ]. b. Baldwin has taken his vaca-
ton of two Sabbaths earlier in the season
than usual, in order to be present at the
reunion of his class at Yale College, 1t be-
ing the fflieth anniversary. Rev. Mr..
Omsted preached here last Sabbath. Re-
greet is expressed that he is so soon to leave
town.
The building now occupied as a store
by Mr.. Whlpple has been bought by A. r.
Piorce, of the firm Of Pierce & Barrett, and
will soon be under repairs, then afterwards
used as store by Mr.. Pierce, Mr.. Barrett
remaining where he is for the present.
Mr.. whipple has hired c. +. Gleason's
house and is intending 10 occupy 1t as a
store aud dwelling. w.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1877-06-22

MOUNT ToBY.-Mr. John L. Graves, the
present proprietor of Mt. Toby, is doing
much TO improve this popular resort.
About $4,000 have already been spent this
summer in repairing the carriage way, in
clearing up the grounds on the summit,
and in furnishing the picnic grounds near
the station. Mr.. Graves proposes TO pur-
chase a tract of land on the north, contain
ing 200 acres, and build dam across the
outlet of Cranberry pond, which will throw
the water back TO the lawn, just north of
the present station, thus forming beauti-
full lake mile long aud half mile wide.
He proposes TO build platform, covered
with an awning, in the middle of the lake,
for the accommodation of dancing parties.
On the park, at the foot OF the mountain
aud near the station, is to be built sum-
mer hotel, modelled after Swiss chalet, to
accommodate 100 guests and TO cost, with
its appointments, about $26, 900. New car
rage ways are TO re constructed to i'm
prove the ascent OF the mountain, and no
labor or expense is to be spared to add 10
the attractions of the charming locality
Greenfield Gazette.