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The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
The Tennesseeans.

This celebrated troupe of slave sing
ers, who have been here for the third
time, under the management of Mr.
DoNAvN, deserve more than a passing
notice. While the fugues still linger
along in memory there are many who
have heard them, who r puzzled to
know wherein the power of their fas-
cination lies-fori it is a fascination, and
nothing else. In no sense can the mu-
sic be called high art; it is not even
medium art. But, nevertheless, is pos
sesses certain occult qualities which
lender it irresistlbly attractive, not only
to men and women of general culture,
but even to those ofthe highest culture
in the art of music. As to the music
itself, criticism seems impotent. Its
great charm evidently lies in the har-
monious blending Of the voices, in con-
nection with the seeming unity of
time. Next to this, and scarcely second
airy, is the great good taste shown in
the rendering of most of their songs
These happy qualities are due in some
measure to the natural gifts of the sing
ers, but in a far greater degree to the
thorough drilling of the master, and to
the nightly rehearsals. Nevertheless,
let the analysis be what it may, there
still remains the bottom fact that the
Negroes voice, when correctly used,
possesses a sweetness, richness and
power peculiarly and indeseribably its
own. Particularly was this noticeable
in the tenor voice of Frank Stewart.
His tones seemed to be produced with
perfect ease, never forced, but always
clear, rich and distinct in the heaviest
choruses. With respect to Mr.. Thomp-
sons profound base, we are at a loss to
say whether. it is most to be wondered
at or admired. That it is ~agreeably at
tractive is sufficiently evidenced by the
appreciation of his audiences. Upon
the whole, it is the best troupe of sing
ers ever in Eaton, and we doubt if it is
equalled in America to-day.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
Denims 1Oc. at the Mammoth.
Real Estate Transfers.

Hee-E~-rEeE sEEE- ---rg. -L-HE=H
The following are the transfers filed
for record in the Recorders office, for
the week ending June 1st, 1878:
James Blackiord and wife to Jona-
than Shurley, 1873 acres in Monroe
township, $500.
George Sewers and wife to johnson
McLain, Lot No. 172, in West Alexan-
dris, $3.50.
W. w. Orebaugh and wife to Samuel
NJ. Pottenger, part of the northeast
quarter of section Is, Somers town
ship, $105.
Lewis L. Daily and wife to James NJ.
S oft, 30 square poles in jackson town.
ship, $500.
Peter Smith and wife to Aaron A.
Unger, east part of Lot No. II, in West
Alexandria, $1,la0. Quit claim.
Peter Smith and wife (quit claim) to
Aaron A. Unger, Lot No. 166, in West
Alexandria, $500.
Joseph s. Bennett and wife to Silas
Dusky, east part of Lot No. 6, Sc feet
front, in West Elkton, 500.
John W. Wampler and wife to the
Trustees of the Evangelical Lutheran
CiluTCb VI EiiLci PRISE, Lalltr toWH-
ship, 20 of an acre, 500.
Joseph Fisher and wife to John S.
Ortt, Lot No. 575, in Eaton, $175.
E. w. Jones, by Sheriff, to Oneas
Latuze, his interest in 100 acres in Cas-
per township, 1928.
Wellington Hosbrook and wife to
Julian 10y, "a acre in Harrison town
ship, $25.
Susan Marshall and husband to Mar
tina j. DAWSON, 8 acres in Jefferson
township, $50.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

The Baccalaureate address of DR..
HANCOCK, Superintendent of the Day
ton Schools, and formerly OF Cincin-
natl, delivered in the city Hall on
Sunday evening last, was worthy of
the distinguished reputation of the
speaker as an educator, and that is
paying DIR. Hancock a very high tri-
butte. His subject was we'll chosen
and treated in an able and interesting
manner. The relation of higher edu-
cation to the rank and file of this busy
working world is n which should
awaken interest, not merely as one
which touches the individual happi-
ness of every son and daughter oftoil,
but as one which links itself to the
most profound questions of political
economy. The speakers remarks to
the graduating class, his reference to
the home influence of an educated and
refined woman, were eloquent and
beautiful. We cannot attempt any
analysis of the able %gentleman's ad-
dress, but suffice it to say, that it mer-
tied and received respectful, earnest
attention and hearty applause. Our
people, and especially our Marshal,
should be congratulated for the ex-
cellent order maintained throughout
the exercises of the evening. The
choir acquitted itself with rare merit.
Altogether, the people may ever re-
member with pleasure and profit, a
well spent evening.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

Notwithstanding the day was wet
and unpleasant, the patriotic citizens
of Camden and vicinity Decorated.
Speaking of the address of Mayor ABB
BoTT, the Camden HERALD says:
"We cannot in our limited space do
sufficient justice to the fine effort of this
able gentleman. He paid a glowing
tribute to our dead heroes, who had
gone forth so nobly to the defence of
our glorious land, and for the support
of the principle of ''what God hath join
ed together, let no. man put assunder."
His remarks were full of beautiful re-
ferences to our dead boys from Camden,
the effect of which was witnessed by
the tears and sobs of the great crowd
of relatives and friends who had come
there to do them honor by covering
them over with beautiful flowers, and
to drop tears of loving memory over
their lowly resting place. Miss Kate
Clabby responded to this in a gorgeous
boquet quietly presented to the speak
er."
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
Council Proceedings.
COUNCIL CHAMBER,


Council met in regular session, May
or Abbott in the Chair. Councilmen
present-G. W. Churchill, H. G. Hill,
w. &C. M. Brookins and j. II. Deem.
The following bills were presented
S. Shields, Z road tax receipts, $2.4e
L. Brannan, l /" -. LIE
b. Huffman, labor on streets. 7.5d
Frank Truax, " -. .11.75
VIM. Krug, Hiss
L. H. Geek, lighting st. lamps. .2l.sC
The Committee on Claims pronounce
ed. above bills correct, and on motion
orders were directed to be issued for
payment of same.
Mayor Abbott called for reports of
the several Committees.
Mr.. Deem, III behalf of the Commit
tee on streets, reported in consequence
of not having money in Corporation
Road Fund, they were compelled to
use caution and were endeavoring to
use as much economy, at the same time
were having the work done that was
most needed.
The Street Commissioner was in
structed by the Council not to pay his
hands off in worthless tax receipts, as
had been done heretofore, as it was
wrong for the Corporation to be COM
PEELED to redeem said receipts.
Mr.. Brookins reported that the curb
ing was in order and ready for paving
fronting on Grifis' property, and re-
quested the Street Commissioners to
BILE.
Mr.. Churchill called attention again
to the fact that some shade trees had
not been trimmed as high as required
by law, 40 feet) and consequently in
terfered with the light.
Mayor Abbott instructed the Street
Commissioner to furnish a list of names,
property holders, who had not con-
formed to the ordinance in trimming
their trees, at the same time remark
ing that all parties who had not COM
piled with above ordinance were liable
to q fine. gfs
Mr.. -Harshman appeared before the
Council and made complaint that the
Corporation had neglected to boulder
the street fronting on his property. He
was referred to the Street Com.
Mr.. Hughes appeared before the
Council in behalf of a Cincinnati Gas
Firm, and proposed to put up gas
works, furnish posts, and supply the
town with light at the rate CT $50 for
each lamp per year, with the exclusive
privilege Of ten years, and to private
consumers at So per thousand cubic
feet. He said his firm onlyasked the
privilege of laying their gas main-the
town would not be at any EXPENSE
said if the Council would grant them
the privilege they were ready to com
mence work Immediately, and would
complete their works within 6 months.
Mr.. Rrookins suggested if the Com
pany had any blank forms of con-
tracts, that they furnish acopy of same
for the consideration of the Cor neil.
The matter was referred to Committee
on Light.
On motion Council adjourned to meet
next Monday evening, june 10th.
FRANK MITCHELL, Clerk
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
THE
Mt. Carroll
Seminary

Incorporated in 1852, opens it's 10Th
school year, under the. same Principals
September IL, 1877. Location delight
full and eelebratedfo for its healthfulness.
Easy Of access on the u RsR. the
termini of which are Racine and Rock
Island. A new, building just complet-
ed doubles the accommodations. Fur
finished with modern improvements; as
fnrnices ventilated on the most approy<
ed systems lighted by gass baths, hos
and cold, etc, etc.
Four CORRESPONDENCE, NORMAL
or T~KAcnERs' Music and PAINTING, In
each of which DIPLOMAS are conferred,
and to those excelIing In the last two,
MEDALS are awarded.
COLLEGIATE C0URsE is extended anil
thorough. ART DEfAR1MfNT far IN adj
vance of similar institutions. Music
department alone employs from five to
seven professors and teachers. Advan-
tages are fully equal to, tie bes. mnsi-
cal conselvatories, While expenses are
much less. EXECUTION rcceises special
attention. PEcuNIARY aid given 10
those needing it and worthy. Manual
LABOR given those who world ccono<
mize expenses. LARGE DISCOUNTS CIV
EN- DAUGHTERS OF CLERGYMEN aud MIS-
sIoNARIEs. TUITION FREETo DAUGHTERS
OF SOLDIERS who died in the s ryire.
To aid in elevating the standard of
public schools, TUITION FREE is given to
one teacher from each county in iliis
state. Students from this school among
the first to secure the best situations
Twenty-Five of those in attendance the
year just closed are now teaching.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

A farmers daughter, living near
Cleveland, answered a personal in a
newspaper, entered into correspond
ence with the unknown" finally met
him, was married, went to the city to
live, and returned to her fathers in
two months, dressed like a beggar,
and looked twenty years older than
when she went away. Her husband
was a gambler and a loafer. This is
a personal" romance in a nut shell.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

The new tonsorial fashion among
BARRIERS is to sand paper the heads of
their male customers. A number of
our Eaton boys who have been put
through the process, resemble embryo
pugilists.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
An Ordinances,

Establishing the rate Of levy for the
uses of the Incorporated Village of
Eaton, Ohio, for the year 1873.
SECTION /. Be it ordained by the
Council of the Incorporated Village of
Eaton, Preble county, Ohio, that there
shall be levied on the dollar Of valua-
ton of the taxable property of said Viii
lage for the several funds specified in
this section, as follows, to-wit:
For General Fund, $40 of one mill,
For Fire Department
Fund, CLIO
For Light Fund, $40
For Marshal and Police
Fund, 2-10
For Interest and Prin-
cipal on Public Debt
Fund, 3 mills,
For Street Cleaning &
Sanitary Fund, 2-10 of one mill,
For Street Improve
ment and Repair
Fund, $40
For Corporation Fund, 40
Sec 2. This Ordinance shall take
effect and be in force from and after
ten days from the date of its first pub
location.
L. C. ABBOTT, Mayor.
FRANK MITCHELL, Cor. Clerk.
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The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
ATTENTION !
THE M CORMICK
VICTORIOUS +.
From st. Louis Globe Democrat.

From st. Louis Globe Democrat.
HIGHLAND, Ills, May 4, 1878.
There was a grand field exhibition of
Self-Binders here to-day, in both green
rye and wheat, the Mccormick, Marsh
and Osborne participating. The Me-
Cormick won a decided victory over its
competitors, being the favorite for cut
ting, binding, and especially for clean
work. Five McCormick's were sold on
the field.
BRLLEyI1LE, ILL.,, May o, 1878.
In trial with Woods to-day, complete
victory for Mccormick. 4
Farmers in want of Machines, either
Self.Binders, Harvesters. self.
Rake, combined or otherwise, Drop.
per. combined or otherwise, or Now.
er, call on Agent before purchasing
and learn prices.
TH0S. FULTON, Blacksmith,
may 23-6l Eaton, Ohio.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

Rev. w. j. PRICE, late of Eaton,
will preach in the Baptist Church next
Sunday morning and evening.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

If you are the widow of a soldier
of 1872. apply for a pension right
away. You a get it.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

Every dollar spent in giving en-
ployment to home mechanics, is a
dollar loaned at a good rate of inter-
est
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
ENCOURAGEMENT
F. G. LUDLOW, Dentist

Ses
"OULD announce to the citizens of
w Eaton and surrounding country
that he has permanently located in Ea-
ton, and would say to all who are real
ly DESTROYS of obtaining first-class work
at reasonable prices are respectfully in
vited to call and see him. He has for
several years been engaged in success
full practice of Dentistry in the city of
CINCINNATI and
Challenges Competition,
ALI who have failed in receiving full
satisfaction FROM ANY CAUSE, r espe-
cially requested to call. Teeth extract
ed without pain by the use of pure
Liquid Nitrous Oxiede or Laughing
Gas.
OFFICE-No. 10s Barron St., a few
doors north of Main.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
Llva AGENTS Wanted

To sell DIR. Chase's Recipes; or Information for
Everybody, in every county in the United States
and Canadas. Enlarged by the publisher to 6s
pages. 1t contains over 1900 household recipes
and is suited to all classes and conditions of socie-
ty. A wonderful book and a household necessity.
1t sells at sight, Greatest Inducements ever offer
ed to book agents. Sample copies sent by mail,
postpaid, for $500. Exclusive territory given.
Agents more than double their money. Address
Michigan. ma9-lSls
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

Double width Black Alpaca 20c., at
the Mammoth.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
An Truth.

Twenty-Five yards brown muslins for
81 90 1t the Mammoth.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

You can see the largest and best as
of parasols at the Mammoth.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

FFcan make money faster at work for US than
at anything else. Capital not required; we
will start you. sl2 per day at home made by
~ the Industrious. Men, women, boys and girls
wanted everywhere to work for us. Now is the
time. Costly outfit and terms free. Address
TRUE & 20. Augusta, Maine.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
1l[E)

and Europe, al rcdacederGtes. With our principal
Office located in Washington, directly opposite the
United States Patent Office, tcedrs able to attend to all
Patent Business srith greater pronptness and despatch
distance from Washington, and ,ca1 hare, therefore,
10 employ associate dttorneys."' We make prelinl-
mary examinations and furnish opinions as to pat
entdbility, free Of charge, and al aoho are Interested
in neaD iRrentions and Patents arc inriied to send for
a copy Of our " Guide for obtaining Iufenls," arhicl
Is sent free to any address, and contains complete in
structi0ns hoiu to obtain Patents, and other raluGbie
matter. We refer to tie German-Americdn National
Bank. Washington, u. C.; the ROYAL SsVedish, Nor
ioegidn, and Danish Legations, at Washington Hon.
Joseph Cdsey, late CHEZ Justice U. S. C0urtof Claims;
to the 0ficidis Of the U. S. Pdtent Office, and to Send.
tors and Members Of Congress from every Stat.
of Patents and Attorneys at Law, lie Droa Building
Washington, ID. c.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06

Black cashmere cheap at the Man,
moth.
The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1878-06-06
REUNION, e3d 0. v.

The boss umbrella for $1.OO at the
Mammoth.
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04
TO CANDIDATES.

The Coli HILL NEWS hdrifg
been duly selected BY the County
Commissioners as the OFFICIAL
NEWSPAPER OF STOREY CoUN-
TY. candidates for office at the CON-
Ing election ,eiR see the importance
and propriety Of placing themselves
squarely before the people by insert
iay their respective announcements
officially in the NEWS. Al riA
be giren a fair and equal show. re-
gardless Of politics. We rish Il
also distinctly understood. as hereto
fore. that all political or election
printing must be paid for in ad-
vance. We ean aecept Of no contin-
gent arrangements. Any candidate
scho does not pay his printing bis
promptly, is not tcorthy Of the office
he seeks. and moreorsr he iciR mol
be elected.
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04


NEW YoRx, Sept. AIN an open lot
near Hamilton Square, Jersey City,
gathered last night q dense thropg Of
people. assembled to listen to Dennis
Kssrnsy. The audience was made up
largely Of workingmsn. but on the edge
Of the crowd were here and there . few
well-drssssd men, evidently attracted by
curiosity rather than by sympathy.
Around the stand. erected in the center
Of the grounds. the crowd was densely
packed. and was composed entirely Of
rough and ignorant men. who chesrsd
and gibed as the speaker gave the cue.
1t "a a good.naiured crowd. although II
appeared to be ripe for any revolt. with
passions easily infismed and intense
prejudices. The audience last night Is
estimated at numbers ranging from 1000
to 5000, and by Ksarney alone at 10. 900.
There were probably bstwesn 1000 and
5000 present. Some OF the working.
men brought with them their wives and
children. The throng was attentive and
orderly during the delivery Of the
haraneus, with o and then . slight
disturbance from some drunken or evil
disnosed ruffisu. They chesred Justify
now and then. and responded promptly
20 M s-nsalsr's sppeals. fbsy er.
nrssssd with equal .incerity their con.
t.mnt for ,oms of tbs men thew Jaw ON
The piatform around their leader. Ksar.
new was Introduced by Thomas Jacobs,
a representative Of the Gresnback Labor
party in Hudson county. He repeated
his usual attack upon capitalists, Con.
crsss. the Chinese and newspapers. lie
s.;d. az bnv, Addressed n million men
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04

PnorAooRAs. an Athsnian rhstorician.
had agreed 10 instruct Evalthus in rhet-
oric. on condition that the latter should
pay him q certain sun Of money II be
gained his first cause. Evalthus, when
instructed in all the precepts Of the art,
refused to pay P~rotagoras, who conss'
qusntly brought him before the Arso.
pagus. and said to the Judges; ANY
verdict that you may give 10 in nay favor;
II Ii Is on my side. 1t carries the con.
dsmna,ion o. Evalthus; 10 against me,
no must pay me. because be gains bis
first cause" 81 confess" replied
Evalthus, that the verdict will be pro-
nounced either for OF against me; In
either case ! shall be equally acquitted;
II the Judges pronounce in my favor,
you are condemned; II they pronounce
for you. according to agreement. 1
owe you nothing. for I lose my frs,
cause" The judges being unable to
reconcile the pleaders, ordered them to
reappsar before the court 100 years
afterwards.
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04
CARSON ITEMS.

Carson Appeal. Sept. 4.--From Mr..
Pantlind, Of the Yellow Fever Relief
Committee for the First Ward. we learn
that the collections in this ward amount
10 no less than S376 80. We under
stand that the Second Ward Committee
collected not less than $500. The
Vivian mill force. through Superintend.
cnt Brown, have contributed $50. Also
we believe there is $40 forthcoming
from Judge H~awlsy-ths same being o
residue Of the Virginia Relief Fund. II
Is confidently expected that our little
city's contribution will not be less than
$1,000.
The southern stage which leaves here
every morning is running by way Of the
new McTarnahan road. between Carson
and the Twelve-mils House, and does
not touch Genoa, as heretofore. This
lessons the distance six miles, aud makes
o saving Of one hour in time.
The Virginia Relief Committee OF
Carson have placed the funds which re.
manned inlthsir hands at the disposal Of
the committees collecting for the relief
Of the Southern sufferers. The sum
amounts to s9i.
Superintendent Gould says that there
IL no question about work being 70.
sumed at an early day on the North
Carson mine.
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04
TERRIBLE CALAMITY.
Five Hundred Excuriouists Meet
Win . wstery 9fave-A Csiit-
sion which Hss all the Appear
aace Of Being Criminai.


wi'n ws.ery sl"vs-A Cei''-
sies when Hss All shs Appear
s"ee 81 Being Criminal.
LONDON. Sept. >. - The excursion
steamer Princess Alics r~etpynipg fyom
c-.u.,, al. - a, 80, ooo
evening" WIN "oou. ooo
passengers was run down on barking
about 8 O'Clock by q screw steamer. and
il Ia reported that between 400 and 600
psrson. war. a,ovn.a.
-
"i0s 'uuok
amiasniPs anu sunk Aimos. instantly
Inc NUMBER Oh persons crowned Is va
riousiy esuma'ea u. from wv 70 ooo. n
higher estimate Is tne iates'' ana Is gwen
by The London Steamboat Company
owners OF the Princess Alice. The com.
pany's wharf is besieged By. crowds Of
people anxious TO hear OF relatives and
friends who were passengers ON the ILL
lated boa.
LONDON, Sept. 4.-The steamer which
sunk the Princess Alice Is supposed TO
20 the beweh Castle o screw collier.
bound north IN ballast. The steward OF
the Princess Alice states that after the
collision the other steamer proceeded
without attempting TO render aid: He
estimates that NV persons were On BOARD
the fnncess Alice she SAM DOW nntin
nve minute AFTER she was Struck. ooms
small boats and another excursion
steamer rendered what assistance was
I'M H. --.- ~ . --.-
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04

In the reign Of Henry Ill. the Kings
Justices enjoyed a salary Of 10 marks
per annum. which. in the tw~enty.third
year Of that King. was augmented to
eco. and soon after to more. Under
Henry " the Chief Justices Of the
Kings Bench and Common Pleas had
$40. and n Of the Judges of Common
Pleas had IS marks. In ltGG, the sal
AIRY Of Thomas Littlston. Judge Of the
Kings Bench. amounted to fl36 l3s.
I'D. modern money. besides about ei7 Is.
for his fur gown, robes. etc.
Gold Hill daily news. [volume] (Gold Hill, N.T. [Nev.]) 1863-1882, 1878-09-04

In 1919 q species OF sea serpent was
cast ashore e Bombay. 1t was up
wards Of forty feet long and weighed
several tons. A violent wind drove il
beyond the reach Of the tides. in which
situation it took nine months to rot.
during which process travellers wero CON-
PEELED to divsrss from the usual road
nearly a quarter Of a mile. in order to
avoid the offensive sfiiuvia. 1t rotted so
sffectually that not a vsstigs Of bone re-
NAMED.