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Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22

Lon Frazee, OF Harrison township,
made splendid stagger last Satur-
day to prove to the world that the
fools are not all dead yet, and he
gave himself as a living proof by
squandering eight dollars trying to
beat street fakir at his own game
KokomO Dispatch.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22

The yellow fever is increasing In
virulence in New Orleans, Memphis,
vicksburg and other southern cities.
Il presents q CHASTITY outlook, as
there seems no hope Of checking Its
ravages until the weather gets cooler.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22

The yellow fever RACES in Southern
cities, sharks are at the watering
places on the sea shore, and Potters
committee terrifies people in New
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22
REPUBLICAN COUNTY TICKET.

REPUBLICAN COUNTY TICKET
For Representative,
JAMES LOwERY.
OF Walnut Township.
For Auditor,
HIRAM j. MACOMBER,
Of German.
For Clerk,
NOAH ". HOOVER,
of West.
For Treasurer,
FREDERICK FISCHER,
of Bourbon.
For Sheriff,
JOHN v. ASHLEY,
of Center.
For Recorder,
WILLIAM CONGER.
of North.
For Surveyor.
JOHN YOCKEY,
of Center.
For Coroner,
CLARKE CHAPMAN,
of Walnut.
For Commissioner LIST District,
NOAH wILTFONG,
.s of North.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22
REPUBLICAN DISTRICT TICKET.

Tor Representative 18th Congressional Dist.
JOHN HI, BAKER,
OF Elkhart County.
For Prosecuting Attorney, Est Judicial Dist,
SAMUEL j. HAYES,
of Marshall County.
For Joint Representative st. Joseph and Marshall
GEORGE H. AWARD,
of St Jos>ph County.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22

LAST week OF the Great Sale OF
so cent Shirts, worth $3.50, at Little
Mack's.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22

The Democratic Convention at
Bendallville, Tuesday, nominated j.
B. Stoll for Congressman.
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22
NORMAN s. WOODWARD

went to California, and came back
with gold dug out OF the ground.
He neither planted nor harvested, but
got it quick where nature left it. He
bought farms and mills and lumber
and horses and cattle. He traded
and dickered, and finally came to the
city, built fine residence and fur
nished 1t sumptuously, then built a
brick block and filled IL with mer-
chandise: owned and rode in gilt.
banded carriage, sported race horse,
kept piano, was and Is yet thrifty
merchant, and returns for taxation
this year personal property amount
ing to $1.025. while good judges esti-
mate the stock In his store at from
$1,000 to $4,000, to say nothing OF all
his other personal property.
This hunting out assessment rolls
is to be continued by the Herald, and
we give these facts, knowing how
mOueSt Tue OWucio duu cuiIOio VI tha'
paper are, that the people may know
something about their candidates
This friend of the poor laboring man
Norman s. Woodward, has reputa
ton among laboring men, but we
have not room for it here. Ask Butch
er what Woodward did for him. Ash
d. d. letters what he did for him
Ask any laboring man who worked
for him long enough for him to ex
hibit his good qualities. They viii
tell you all about him. Find the man
woman or child who ever saw his ole
blind mother riding out in that cas-.
carriage with his family or himself
Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Ind.) 1856-1878, 1878-08-22
REPUBLICAN STATE TICKET.

REPUBLICAN STATE TICKET.
For Secretary Of State,
ISAAC 8. MOORE,
of vsnderberg County.
For Auditor Of State,
o. A. MILLER,
of Boone County.
For Treasurer of State,
GEORGE F. HERRIOTT,
Of johnson County.
For Attorney General,
ID. p. BALDWIN,
Of Cass County.
For Superintendent of Public Instruction.
JACOB T. MERRILL,
Of Tippecanoe County.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
A New Road Projected.

The citizens residing in the south and south.
western part of the township of South Ottawa
who have been compelled to patronze, through
seeming necessity, for the last twenty years, a
highway owned by corporate body or monop.
olizing company, (Which Blackstone describes as
thing without a soul,) are Weakening up to the
fact that the money paid for toll on the gravel
road is an eXorbitant tax which can be legiti-
mately got rid of by opening out Il new road %
mile west and running parallel to the gravel road
This would not only be saving in money but a
saving in time to those who reside to the west of
the proposed route. To complete the projected
road it would only be necessary to open new
road IA mile long, thereby forming connect.
ing link between two already established roads
The section to be opened commences at the south
east corner of j. H. Pickens's farm thence run
ming south u miles where it will connect with
the Old Strawn road. The cost of this road
would be triling rs the soil and lay of the land is
well adapted for good, cheap and substantial
road. The petition for the above route is IN the
hands of one who never says fail, and he has
about 100 signcrs, mostly agrcved parties.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
A Wooden Wedding.

On Tuesday evening about s O'Clock, If one had
taken notice, there would have been observed q
gathering together of party of ladies and gen
tlcmen at the residence of Mr.. Frederick Rowe
in Ottawa Center, At about o'clock there
emerged from the aforesaid residence a number
of persons EARNED to the teeth with tubs, pals
later Washers, rolling-pin wooden spoons,
wash boards, DC, dc. Why was thisg Where
were the police! As the procession moved along
the dogs ceased to bark and the toads and frogs
quoted their musical tongues to gaze in wonder
and awe. The group finally came to halt at
the residence of Mr.. John Vctte, jr 1t was
surprise "wooden wedding" Tuesday being the
9Th anniversary of the marriage of Mr.. and Mrs
V. The presents were of every description, many
of them being quite elegant. After several hours
spent in manner to make the party mourn be.
cause there wasn't wooden wedding" once a
week, the assembly broke up. All had splendid
time, and parted with a unanimous expression OF
the hope that the genial host and hostess may
live to celebrate their tin, silver, gold and dia-
mond wedding.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

There was somewhat Of sensation before the
school Board recently. Miss Mary Drew, mod
est and pretty young lady, va. attending school
at the 9Th ward, Mr. Beers principal. She con
cluded 90 change her location: and he, respecting
her a- % bright pupil, did not like To part with
her. and probably said some harsh things-not
mean, unkindly but from resentment. "" is
evidently q kind-hcarted old gentleman, aud does
what IS proper 10y his pupils; but, being Kind, his
pupil, take advantage Of his bencyolcncc and for
get the rules. These faults caused trouble and
AN investigation, which was had before the
school Board, with all the witnesses confronted
before thciE teacher. The evidence only proved
about what We have said, aud lcftnot much more.
Since then everything has been quiet aud order.
Is, and the rufiied feathers have resumed their
woutrI -mOOthneas
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
burglary.

Mrs. OMcara's millinery store, next door to
Henry Wather's, was entered by burglars on
Thursday night last. They came in through a
back window, by raising the catch of the window
with knife; and, as the tracks indicate, there
must have been three persons engaged in the in
famOu, work-probahy two men and woman,
as one pair of the fcct.marks were small and
dainty. Some one Of the party knew well how to
choose millinery goods, rs only the choicest ma
tcral. were taken, such as vclvets silks, cXpcn.
siyc French flowers, and the valuable portion Of
the stock, evidently selected 10y judge of such
affairs. Mrs. O'Mcara estimates her loss at from
$500 10 $500.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
.fF~The rush continues for those elegant boys
suits at A. Frank Il Cos.
Married,

HACKNEY -EICHEL BERGER.-On Thursday, May
=, at the residence of A. +. Lovejoy by Rev
Strowbridge, Miss HErTIE EICHBLBERGER, o
Ottawa, to Mr.. FRANK HACKNEY, OF Aurora
Illinois.
None but the relatives of the contracting par
ties were present at the ceremony. Nevertheless
it was a very enjoyable occasion. The bride re
ceived many beautiful testimonials of her friends
esteem, and the groom was made happy by the
gift (among others from the employees of the
Fox River branch of the G. b. IL Q. r. r., of {
handsome and luxurious easy chair. After {
few pleasant hours after the ceremony the happ,
pair left the city for Aurora which in the future
will be their home. Long life to them ant
prOsperity
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Call at headquarters for them. Forbes IL Geh'
ring have the most complete stock at prices low.
er than ever known in Ottawa. They have the
following brands of strictly pure white lead
Collier Cos, Shipmans, Southern Cos, Fahne.
stocks, Davis's, Chambers IL Co.'S, and Jewetts.
They are the only authorized agents for John W.
Masury & Sons goods, and the only ones who
can buy them direct. We have a full line of
their products which are the best in the world.
So remember, when in want of anything in our
line, that our stock is the most complete, and
our prices as low rs the lowest.
FORBES Il GEHRING.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
The Gilt Edge flour made at Eagle Mills gives
the best satisfaction and is warranted TO suit.
SuAdry Items,

And now comes the village blacksmith and in.
terviews the president of the board of education
and says, with solemn face: 81 worked for YOU
on election day rs trustee Of the school board
now you should turn over some work to me. y
What" said the other 1--WE have no work that
we could give blacksmith, except, perhaps, u
thoughtfully scratching his head, you might
shoe the school marms" A look of horror and
fear spread over Galvin's otherwise noble brow,
and he faltered, so! would rather shoe mule
Suppose one of them would kick, where would
be" And with gesture like that of man go
ing suddenly up through the Clouds the black.
smith sat down upon his anvil and looked sad
| Ottawa cows should be careful. We saw an
enraged widow on the west-sidc on Yesterday
morning armed with Il club and hunting for the
City Marshal or the COW, and she didn't seem to
care which. It's only question of time which
gets pounded tirst-the cow or the marshal. We
suggest muzzle for-wcll, the COW.
The Republican is untruthful, To say the least OF
| it, especially when it talks of potato bugs
Just read this:
"An occasional potato bug is seen on the thrift
| ty vines"
When we found in our garden four large, fat
proud fellows. labeled on their back, kansas
born in 1873" 1t is only word of warning, but
how are you going to rise up in the world unles:
you go Yeast, not forgetting the philosophers
advice to go west, young man"
This morning at six o'clock we found the dog
shooter and Il wagon load of dogs. The dogs
had been thoroughly killed. Served 'em right
dog on dog that won't respect the city ordi.
nanccs.
But the best joke on the dog shooter is that
one Of the policeman who shoots dogs, called
out the other policeman with his little pop gun
and first having called out his chained dog and
said: "Scc that dog,-go for him" When that
policeman got the smell Of burnt powder out OF
his nose and the smoke out of his eyes, he exam.
incd the dead purp, and 10! twas his own Then
he used profanc language and put up his shot
gun and went away from there.
Wanted, at the Hotel dc Stevens, few more
regular boarders. Best of accommodations Nc
references required.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Why Is 1t:

The truths of science and progressive though
have always been compelled to batter down tn,
bulwarks of prejudice and disbelief or remain
forever unknown. Why is it that people are SO
reluctant to receive facts that relate directly t(
the phenomena of their own existence? Astron
omers, upon discovering star, assign it place
at once, and it is forever fixed The rule by
which mathematical problem is once solved be
comes forever an axiom; but no matter now
clearly the principles which govern health anc
sickness be demonstrated, some refuse to believe
DR.. Pierce's Family Medicines, which are now 81
their early days very reluctantly received by The
people. To-day, DR. Picrce's Golden Medica
Discovery has outrivaled the oldtime sarsaparll
las his Pellets are in general use in place OF Tho
coarse, huge, drastic pills formerly SO much EN-
ployed, while the sales of his DIR. Sage's Catarrl
Remedy and his Favoritc Prescription are enor
nous. Where the skin is sallow and covered
with blotches and pmples, or where there are
scrofulous swelings and affections, few bottles
of his Golden Medical Discovery will effect al
entire cure. If you feel dull, drowsy, deblltated
have salow color of skin, or yeliowish brown
spots on face or body, frequent headache or diz
illness, bad taste in mouth internal heat or chilli
altcrnated with hot iushcs low spirits ant
gloomy forebOdings, irregular appetite, anc
tongue coated, you are suffering from 7o,pio
Litrr, or "BHiouSnesSn In many cases OF "Lye'
Compliant" only part of these symptoms are eX
pcrienccd. As a remedy for all such cases, Or
Piercc's Golden Medical Discovery has no equal
as it effects perfect cures, leaving the liver
strengthened and healthy. Debilitated females
who have undergone all the fortunes of caustit
and the knife, and yet suffer with those peculiar
drdggiHgdOirn sensations and weaknesses, can
have guaranteed to them prompt and positive
relief by using DR.. Piercc's Favorite Prescription
while constipation and torpid liver or bilious
ness" are promptly relieved by the Pleasant iur-
gatiyc Pellets. Sold by all druggists.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
The best flour in Ottawa i, Woods Git Edge

There has been some talk about town. arisn e
out Of AN occurrence in the post Office of this city,
and which was greatly exaggerated and perverted
by our local scandal mongering little twilight
luminary. The fac's are simply that some three
weeks ago, by one Of those annoying accidents
that are liable to happen in the best regulated
families as well rs post offices, registered letter
containing quite sum Of money, got into the
waste paper bag aud thus fell into the hands of
an honest paper rag dealer who returned it to
the Office. II would be very easy after it Is al!
over, to explain, by lengthy description Of the
internal arrangements Of the post office, exactly
how the accident occurred; but rs there is no one
acquainted with the fact, but is fully satisfied
that il was owing neither to improve motives or
even culpablc cafclcssnc,, ON the part Of the
postmaster or any Of his employers, this is deemed
unnecessary
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
4 plensant Duty.

II /, always q pleasure to recommend good
article. especially one that 50 admirably sustain.
H., reputation as does Dir. KINGS New DISCOVERY
for consumption, coughs and colds, being per
frrtly reliable in every respect. \ severe cough
or a neglected cold yields readily to its wonderful
power By it the worst cases of asthma aud
bronchitis are cured in the shortest time possible.
CONSUMPTION and cough worn patients will re-.
member this remedy j. guaranteed 10 give immc,
diatr relief Dr King New Discovery is pleas.
ant tu the taste and perfectly harmless. II YOU
value Your existence You cannot afford to bc
without IT, Give il q trial Trai boni- tJ,c For
sale ly T. y. Grggs, Ottawa. 81
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Excursions to Nebraska. Tuesdays, May eth
I4th and 2Sth, 1879

Better arrangements for Land Explorers and
HON, seekers than ever. Hereafter Round Trip
Ticket az Low Excursion Rates, can Dee purchas
I'd uf the Ticket Agents at all the leading Sta
tion- on the G. X NV, e. b. 90. G., K ~ 7.
and I. p * W. x. r. 10 Lincoln, Nebraska. Al
Lincoln, Round Trim Tickets can be had 90 all
points on the B. VI Il. T.. where the COmlany
have Lands for sale. These tickets are tirst-clas-
good on all Passenger Trains. going and return
ing. for ~ days. For full information, pam.
phlets, excursion bills, sectional maps and prices
OF lands, call ON or address :. VI. KNOX a son,
Agents Lano Department Of C., b. & Y. and b
AZ NJ Railroad
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Miss Fields has opened, in connection with her
dress making large and fine stock of MILLlN-
ERY GOODS, which comprise the latest and most
fashionable styles. Miss Dewey, who has a
world wide reputation as milliner, has charge
of the department. The goods are now here and
will be on exhibition during to-day and the en-
tire season. Miss Fields invites all the ladies of
Ottawa and vicinity to call and see her display to-
day at IS Madison st.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Fresh Fish. Meats. &c,

GRO. LIPPERT, at his meat market on the south
side of Main ST. west of La Sale, has fresh Lake
Fish every Thursday, Friday and Saturday morn
ings. He also keeps all kinds of fresh, salt and
smoked meats, and delivers promptly in all parts
of the city free Of charge.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
WANTED.-Two apprentices to learn the mil
lnery trade at Mrs. O'Meara's.

On yesterday two young men were arrested by
officer Brennan on suspicion of completely in the
burglary at Mrs. O'Mearas. They gave their
names as John Roelf and VIM Burns and are
supposed to be from Pekin They submitted to a
search of their goods and persons. They carried
a lot of wearing apparel, some money, watches,
jewelry,a German Hymn Book marked Dietrich
Roelfs," and other miscellaneous articles.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

WIN. Trabing has been an experienced cutter
and merchant tailor for twenty-three years. He
knows his business and suits his customers to 4
dead certainty, and invites them to call at his
store in Sherwood's block. He is first class
cutter and tailor and he is as good as his word.
Call and see him.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
s. ouy fine suit at NJ. stiefcl & Co.'S.
You must Cure that Cough.

With Shloh's Consumption Cure You can cure
yourself. 1t has established the fact that con,
sumption can bc cured, while for coughs, hron.
chitus whooping cOogh, asthma, and all diseases
of throat and lungs, it Is absolutely without an
equal. Two doses will relieve your child ofcroup,
it is pleasant to take and perfectly harmless Ia
the youngest child, and no mother can afford 10
be without it. You can use twu-tlTirds of a bot
tie and if what We say is not true we will refund
the price paid. Price 10 cents 30 cents and 81
per bottle II your lungs are sore, or chest OF
back lame, use Shiloh's Porous Plaster sold by
Forbes " Gchring.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Dauntlcss Hook and Ladder Company elected
officers last Friday evening, viz: Foreman, w
II. Hull; First Assistant Foreman, 5. Il. Blanch.
ard; Second Assistant Foreman, y. Perkins; Til.
herman, Charles q. Russell; Assistant Tillcrman,
George A. Forbes; Secretary, F. p. Donlcyyt
Treasurer, W. Graham; Standing Committee, L.
A. Rising, Geo. A. Forbes and Joel +. Pierce, ir.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Bargains in HOSIERY and GLOVES at Lynchs.

Flowers and plants, the incest selection in OF
tawa, at Malinson's at Towards restaurant. lie
sold last week here and at Strcator over 1000
plants, of various kinds. Next Wednesday he
will have another new supply. The firm at
Bloomington have one of the finest green houses
in this state, and offer the public over one mil
lion Of varieties
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Although there has been quite number Of
tickets already sold for the lecture on Monday
night, still we are afraid that there are a great
many who will neglect the opportunity of hear
ing Mr.. Vending, and miss the chance Of hear.
ing a very fine lecture by one of the best orators
in America. The lecture will be fine and every
body should attend il.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

The Red Ribbon paint shop is where You want
to 20 to get good work. Il i, in Hossack's block
and Rgden " Latlerty, two tip top workmen,
keep it. They are prepared to do everything from
the most elegant mansion to the home of the
poorest. They have a good force o! workmcn
and do work when promised, and besides war
rant to satisfy their customers or no pay. Try
fhnm-
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Misunderstanding.

On to-day Dir. Henry Walther will formally
open his Ice CREAM PARLoRs for the coming sea-
son, and from this time on supply the public with
Ice CREAM-that delightful summer luxury-in
its delicious perfection. His former reputation
will be more than sustained and every effort made
to please the public All are invited.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Trunks cheap at NJ. Stiefel " Cos.

IMPRovEMENTs-Da and Thomas Mahcr have
bought what is known as the Courtney property,
and will build at once large store thereon for
the reason that their increasing and already large
trade does not give them sufficient room. They
will have the best grocery house in Ottawa
Forget ii not
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Hull IL Bartes offer hats and caps of the very
latest styles, and all the very tiptop of fashion
Their spring stock is partially in, and more com
ing, and they invite the public to call. They GER
tainly can suit the stylish people if any one can.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Scott Bros, & Co.

Have now in stock very fine assortment Of real
Laces and Ruchings; also received large stock
of Kid Gloves in all the new tints, to buttons.
Good , Button Kids, all the new shades and
tints, at fifty cents.
Full line of Gents Kids, Sl.00.
lfyou wish anything nice in Corsets or Hosiery
90 to SCOTT Bros. 81 Cos.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

DR.. Smith, of the McChesney dental institute,
of Chicago, has resumed his visits to Ottawa and
can be found at Whites Hotel from the morning
of the 9th to the evening OF the 18th of each
month. DR.. Smith has already the confidence of
a large per cent. of our citizens. He warrants
the finest and best set of teeth for IS. Equally
,ow price for filings.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Among the petitions in bankruptcy filed in
Chicago on Tuesday was that of W. c, Linton,
Ottawa, whose secured debts are given at sl03.33
unsecured, 81, l04.07; assets, nothing.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

Vim. Degcn still runs the boss meat-market OF
Ottawa. Just go around there to-day and Sun
day morning, and see his nice display of beef
veal pork and mutton.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
KID GlOYpS.

We have now in stock magnificent line of
two, three and six button kid gloves, in common
colors and tints; also complete assortment Of
GENTS, in colors and tints. W. ii. HULL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

red-breasted grosbeak, a relative ofthe robin,
most beautiful little bird, tried to fly through
Franks window yesterday, and Of course failed,
and il now a corpse.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04
Go to NJ. Sticfel ~ Co.'s for fine clothing.

Nitschclm is agent for Eliel & Co.'S celebrated
bottled beer, the best in the world Delivered
free upon order LEFT with him at the south side
brewery or by postal order
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1878-05-04

The Blue Ribbon Club will hold a meeting in
the Presbyterian Church next Sunday at O'Clock
Pm. Children are especially invited to attend.