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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20
Notice of Settlement.

All parties knowing themselves indebt-
ed To Myers & Yarnell will please call and
IN III" hands "t proper officers for eollec-
tior. 3w
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Probate notices inserted in THE PRESS
for 20 cents.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Call al Cox & Gallin'a and examine their
now stock Of clothing. z7T
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Tim O'Brien spent a few hours in town
Last Thursday.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Buy your coffee at Dittoe's, He sells a.
16cts Worth 20 cents. ss e.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Our public schools will close about the
frat of April.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Take look at that coffee Dittoe is cell.
ing at 16 cents -
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

The Land Appraiser will not be elected
"A until the October election.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

The thermometer was down 10 zero las
Saturday morning.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20
Notice.

All those in debted to Skinner and Bro.
by note or book acct. will please call and
make settlement at once.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20
The Press Office

WILL BE MOVED TO THE WEST
CORNER OF PUBLIC SQUARE. IN
THE BROWN BLOCK, ON THE
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

See skinner & Roberts for choice Teas,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

-,s.N Nice large Oranges and Lemons 2 for
cents at Kempfs.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Ham and eggs are now in order.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Mrs. Ellen Jay died recently near 81.
Paul, Minnaaota. j..
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Professor E. Burgess of Madison Acade-
my, Mt. Perry, lectured to a large audience
in the NJ. E Church last Sunday morn
ing on the subject of Education. a Relig-
ious Duty" The lecture was very interes-
ting, very practical and very scholarly
and we'll delivered Itwould do credit tc
much older man than Prof. Burgess
Those who heard him were highly pleased
and would gladly hear him again. Such
lectures speak well of the school in which
| Mr.. Burgess is working and which We ara
glad 40 learn is running very successfully
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

A large lot of new goods received this
week at cox a. GALLTNS,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Don't forget Myers & Yarnell is the
place to get your stoves.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Aaron johnson, SEN, died at his resi-
dence in Clayton township, on Sunday
last. He was an old and highly respected
citizen. In 1S4S he reprented Per-
ry County in the Ohio Senate
He was an honest, truthful, charitable gen.
tleman, and was highly respected by all
| who knew him.
He has been i'll for several months
and his friends have had but little hope:
of his recovery for some time. His funer
al took place last Tuesday, and larg,
concourse of relatives and friends followed
the remains TO their fnal resting place,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Fresh oysters by the quars at Kempf,s
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

The Lenten season begins next Wednes-
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Buy "Ditloe's Choice" roasted coffee.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

If we recollect Alright Mr.. Trovinger, of
Perry, has not introduced bill" during
his term. He should draft a law TO pro-
tect that valuable fur. bearing animal, the
skunk. That would make him "solid"
with his constituents, especially in the vi
ctnity of the Licking Reservoir. But per-
haps Mr. Trovinger is of opinion that the
skunk is capable of protecting himself
Ohio State Journal
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Cox & Gallin are now receiving new
goods every week. Give them call.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20
GRAND BALL.

FEBRUARY 21st, 1879,
the proceeds of which to be applied to re-
fitting and re-moddling said hall. Good
music and an enjoyable time expected. All
are cordially invited.
Admission 90 cents
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20
Notice of Settlement.

Noah May has moved to the Bowman s.
Mechling shop formerly occupied by Hi
ram Souslin. where he will be ready at all
times to wait on all who has any thing to
do in his line. His charges will be as low
as the lowest, and by prompt attention to
business he hopes to receive a liberal share
Of the public patronage. Remember the
place, North corner of Market square,
Somerset, Ohio.
FOR RENT.
The business room occupied by A. r.
Yost as hardware store near the Ameri-
can House. Enquire of John Gallin.
No 40. If.
For Rent
Have two fine rooms for rent in my
building on Main Street Somerset, Ohio
Terms reasonable. w. E. FINCK.
August, 18th. 1873,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Dried beef at Kempf's,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

- n n q week in your own town. Nc ri.k
AnnReaders, If you want business at which
persons either sex can make great pay all
the time they work, write for particulars to H.
HaLLKrT, & Co., Portland, Maine.
TIcan make money faster at work for us thandt
L anything else Capital not requied; we will stus
you. S12 per day at home made by the indar-
everybody to work for us. Now is the time. Co~t
ly outft and terms free. Address TRUE Co
Augusta, Maino.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Any stile of coal hod yon. want at My
ers & YarneIls.
o yes! o yes!! Myers & Yarnell, head
quarters for Bird cages.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Peggy Cummings, who died 4 number
of years ago, and whose body was stolen
and taken to the Jail for desecting purposes
by lot Of sealawags that infested Somer-
set at that time, is said to be travelling the
road leading 10 New Lexington. No doubt
if she ever comes in contact with tinker,
she will makes things lively. We wonld
advise any one who was connected with
night.
We have always advised our people to
deal with our business men and mechanics.
4 has been our aim 10 pnt in good word
in the interest of our town when ever nee
essnrY. Some of oar business men in re-
turn send their JOB work frani home and
receive quality of paper that we wonld
not use In fact it is very little better than
ordinary news paper, and pay as much and
more than We charge Tor first class paper.
We will do as good work, with better pa
per and for less money, than any one who
solicits work in Somerset.
There is people who pretend to be hon
est and honorable that will make all kinds
of promises and get what they need and
as soon as they get out of your reach they
will let you whistle for your pay. They
will manufacture lie and tell it as often
as possible 10 in order to get out of paying
what they owe, and consider a lie well told
should square accounts, and it most gener-
ally does We have number oi this class
owing US, and if there is honor enogh left
in them to cause them to blush we will try
our hand at doing it.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

= Best crackers in town at Kempfs.s
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20
Death of Aaron Johnson, Esq One of
the Old Pioneers of Perrr Connty.

From the Columbus Democrat.
SOMERSET, O., February 17.-Aaron
Johoson, ESQ, who is well and fayorably
known TO many of the readers of the DEM
oCRAT, died at his residence three miles
east of this place yesterday Sunday morn
ing at 8 O'Clock. al the advanced age of So
years; his entire family consisting of his
wife, aged S4, to whom he was united in
marriage 81 years ago, and their ten chill
dren ranging in ages from 43 to 66 years,
al survive him. Mr.. johnson about 40
years ago represented this district in the
Ohio State Senate, with honor to himself
and constituents; he has always sustained
the character of purely upright christian
gentleman. his mind which was always
strong, active and clear, was retained in
tact to the last in wonderful degree Fu-
neral tomorrow at II a. IN. at Hopewsll
Baptist Church.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

A correspondent from New Lexington to
the Columbus Democrat says:
Thomas Icenhaur who brought suit
against Orrin Thacker, present auditor, a
short time ago, to recover $50 for money
expended and services rendered in procur-
ing Thacker's election and failed to recov-
er, has abandoned his appeal. 1t is darkly
limited that Thomas wrath has been ap-
peased and his exchequer replenished in
consideration of his refusal to further pros
ecute his action. The fact that the recent
grand jury failed to make any inquiry in
to the wholesale charges of fraud and cor
ruption in the last election, has created no
inoonsiderable comment. There is a bonan-
"a here for some industrious investigating
/ committee.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Ia the only paper in the coanty that give.
the general news, and market reports Of
the principal cities Of the country. A FULL
report of the Congressional and Legislative
proceedings, also the general local news Of
The county. All communications should
DO addressed "a Ws-l11AG1uDEa,
S0mstoe4 Berry CO., O
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Fsopie are getting acquainted-and those who
are not ought to be-with the wonderful merits Of
that great American Remedy. the
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-20

Hereafter we will furnish The Somerset
Press at the following rates, Strictly in Ad-
vance.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
The Mountains.
A Scientific Explanation as TO mo- the
Alps Were Made.

Professor Jadd, of the Royal School of Mines
London, gave recently an interesting explana-
ton of the formation of the s wiss Alps The
results OF geological observations, be said, show
that four stages can be recognized in the histo-
ry OF these Alps. First, the existence of
Inc OF weakne.s 10 the earths crust nearly
coiucident with the lice of the present noun
tains. This is evidenced by the fact that along
TINS line OF weakness there were volcanic out
blrsts, the results of which can still be traced.
Secondly, there followed along this line of
weakness depression, aud in this huge
trough" OF miles in extent there We're accu-
mulated sands, limestones and clays by various
farms of water agencies, and by animals living
in the waters Thirdly, there followed the
Consolidation of those soft and loose materials.
There is evidence that the accumulation was
from six to seven miles in thickness. and tne
mere weight OF the superincu a lent material
Oh the lower strata would have share in eff.
fectIng consolid alton. But this was not all.
Under this vast covering heat had led to crys
ta'ization from faslon. There was too. the
crushing In from the sides of the trough, This
was illustrated by a model of the late Sir n de-
Ia Beche, where lateral pressure was employed
on layers OF different colorsd cloth, showing
how crumpling resulted, with uplifting of narts
OF the accumulated mass. Fourthy, there had
been the sculpturing of all this into its present
form. which was the work of rains and frosts
Some of the existing peaks, over 5000 Iset
high. were composed entirely of this disinta-
grated material resulting from the action of the
water, either as ice in glaciers or as rain and
streams. The amount of material removed in
TINS way was 90 stupendous it was almost
staggering to try to grasp the facts. The
soulptariog OF the contours Is still goiag on.
LUIS Iourtn stage was of qul.e recent date.
speaking geographically; but the whole historv
Involved lapse of time which a. the begin.
ming OF this century philosophers would not
nave been prepared to grant, even IL this since
acquired knowledge of facts had bsen pre-.
sented to them. p-s-
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
'eenback Nomination.
NEW YORK.
The War ON swiII Milk s,itl,.

Ihe war On SwllI Milk Stills.
NEW YORK, Feb. 13-Sx hundred quarts of swll
milk were destroyed by the Brooklyn police yester-
day, and by order of President Jourdau of the
Health Board the license Of nearly dozen swill milk
vendors revoked and four arrested for selling
the stuff. There is considerable excitement in jam
aca Blissville and half dozen other smaller towns
on Long Island where swill milk stables exist upon
the announcement that not only the Health Boar
Of Brooklyn and New York have ordered that none
Of the liquid shall be sold in those Cities but the Gov
ernor has ordered that all such places shall be abo
ished ii found detrimental to the health of the COM
munty by the State Sanitary Inspectors.
Valuable Hores Burned to Death.
NEW YORK, Feb. 13.-Fire broke out tonight in
the building occupied by W. W. Briggs as boarding
stable. Eighty horses nearly all roadsters, in
the building and only a few were rescued. Briggs
estimates his loss at $4,000; partly insured. Loss
on building unknown. Among the horses burned
was one valned at 5000. The police report twelve
horses saved and So burned.
The OsweSO DefalcaliOn.
OswEGo, Feb. ia special committee has been
examining the accounts Of late treasurer Conkng and
have nearly finished. The total defacation is stated
at $4,000. 1t commenced in 1860. Representative
of Conkling's estate and bail are proposing COM
p.omse by paying part of the deficiency varouly re.
ported at from 25 to 30 per cent.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
FRIDAY MORNING. FEBRUARY IA.

tips of the dimpled fingers, to give emphasis to
some arch expression; how in the sun-glare It
is spread and poised gracefully as = shield
against the rays; how, when DESTROYS of ad.
dressing, unnoticed, q gallant, and stab5ing
him with glance of the lustrous eyes, it is
made to act as screen; how, by an almost i'm
perceptibie movement, it beckons an expectsnt
but irresolute admirer; how it imposes silence
on some too presuming caballero, by being
passed lightly over the speakers lips; how it
indicates impatience in its quick futtering; and
how it is sometimes so manipulated that its
softly -cadenced breath fans both the wielder
and the supremacy happy lover.
Yes, the Spanish woman is by no means de-
6cient of the elementary powers of fascination,
and If one can only induce her to descend from
the realms of artificial complimentary speech,
and to speak naturally, she is perfectly charm
ing. She has fashion of saying what she
tbinks--in this she differs from the lords of her
race-aud of calling spade spade She is
bright and even sparkling, in her badinage,
which, however, seldom rises above triviality
and # one would not break the momsntary at
tractive spell, one should never attempt to
change the superficial character of the CONVEX
sation.-All the Year Round.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
WASHINGTON.

Assessments for Political Purposes.
Chairman Teller, of the committee, to-day ap
pointed subcommittee. consisting OF Messrs. Hoar,
Mcmillan, Klrkwood, Garland and Wallace, to in
quire whether in 1878 money was raised by assess
ment or otherwise upon federal oficeholders or en-
poyees for election purposes, the amount SO raised
and how expended, and further whether such as
sessments were not in violation Of the law Com
mttee then adjourned, subject to the call of the
chairman.
The Suez Canal.
Minister Thornton informs the Secretary of State
that the "Suez Canal Co." has formally undert aiken
to extend to shipping under all flags the benefit OF
arrangements in regard to tonnage and measure
ment, recently made with the company by Great
Britain.
Republican Senatorial Caucas.
The Republican Senatorial caucus adopted the
committees report to action pending bills, etc.
After the Chinese immigration measure is disposed
of. the regular appropr alton bills will be givea pref
erence. Thefollowing will be taken up in the order
named: Proposed constitutional amendment on the
subject of war caims bill for the further distrbu-
ton Of the Geneva award; proposition authorizing
an inquiry and report on the advisabty Of the gov
ernments aiding the colonization of colored people;
various measures concerning the District of Column
bia. 1t was also agreed that Mondays session
begin at Ii a.. and that portion of each morning
be devoted to unobected business the Calendar.
The Democrats at LoEgerheads.
Democratic Senatorial caucus failed to agree on
the line Of action for the remainder of the session
and adjourned till tomorrow.
The RaiIrO ad Telegraph Bill.
The Senate Railroad committee heard DR.. Green,
president of the Western Union, to-day, in oppos-
tion to railway telegraph Mr.. Hubbard, Of the
Postal Telegraph Company, demanded a hearing
also.
After President Green finished his argument, tie
chairman said, 81 would like to know for my own
information if it is proper, what relations exist be-
tween what is known as the Associated Press and
the Western Union Co?''
Mr.. Green replied that there was nothing to con-
ceal regarding the Western Union and Associated
Press and that the company would transmit news
for any press association on the same terms
Election Supervisors.
The House committee on Expenditures in the De-
partment of Justice agreed to report bill repeating
sections 20l0 to 2031 inclusive Of the revised stat
utes regarding SUPERVISORS of elections. etc.
The Teller Committee.
The Teller sub committee continued the investiga-
ton into the Mississippi election. j. H. Field and
w W. Humphreys, Of Mississippi, gave testimony
disagreeing with that of Gen. Davis ON Wednesday
Both agreed that the election peaceful, and the
whites not antagonistic to the blacks. This probably
concludes the examination of the southern branch of
sAAe Ia WI -o~s-S--'
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
CAPSlZED.
Schooner EstelIa of Portland Lost
Terrible Suderings of the surviv-
Ors of the Crow.

FALMOUTH, Eng, Feb. 13.-The sufferings Of
chief officer Foote and seaman Charles Cosnan Of
the American schooner Estella of Portland, Me-,
from Yarmouth to Antigua, are just made public.
The Estella capszed Jan. 9Th, Cosman alone of a
crew Of five being on deck. Capt. Hussey, mate
Foote, and the cook reached the deck and with Co.'S
man got on the side. The cook and captain soon az
ter fell off. The vessal finally righted and Fros9
and Cosman lived Is days on barrel of apples and
box of salt mackerel which tloated from the hold.
They were finally rescued by the Spanish brig Doro-
tea and landed here today.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
MINOR TELEGRAMs

Inc Dominion Parliament convened yesterday.
John A. Lynde, painter, was killed in Wo rces
cester yesterday by falling from a staging.
Coaries M. Gill was hanged at Cleveland yester day
for murder.
Corling's brewery at London, Ont. wtys burned
yesterday. Loss 100000; insurance s1Ooool, One
fireman was fatally injured.
Fire in the Harris safe adjustment in Oh icago
yesterday caused a loss of $24Ot0.
Mr.. Woodward of Indiana, a newspaper corr 'es-
pondent, has been summoned by the Potter COL
mttee.
There is no yellow fever in New Orleans,
The Baltimore holders of Tennessee bonds have
endorsed the action Of the New York holders.
Two men were killed by boiler explosion in Brad
ford, Pa, yesterday.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
THE INDIANS.
Fursult OF the Cheyeunes.-Expectcd War
in - AnrSnu

FursuIt OF the Cheyeunes.-Expectcd War
in the Spring.
NEW YORK, Feb ia dispatch from the Sand
Hills, beyond Camp Robinson, says the pursuit Of
the Cheyennes continues without result. Dull knife
is not dead, but is being cared for by Sioux. The
CHIEF Little Big Man is organizing for the warpath.
1t is reported that some Of the Sioux have been fur
nishing the Cheyennes with ammunition and advis-
ing them of the movements Of the troops. An opin-
Ion prevails among the best informed persons in Red
Clouds and Spotted Tails camps as well as through
THIS belt OF country that there: will be an indian
war In the spring in the vicinity of the Black Hills
against sthe settlers of which locality the Indians
swear vengeance. They feel that they have griev-
ance to redress on account of the taking Of their
country aud not paying them enough.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
THE
ADVANTAGE
OF HAVING A
Maine NOn-fOrl eiture Law Policy
IN THE
Union Mutual Life Ins. Co,
OF MAINE.

In 1864 and 1865, Capt Charles Gardiner of Chel-
sea, Mass insured in the Union Mutual Life Insur-
ance Company of Maine, for $4,000. on two ordinary
Life Policies, payable at death provided the prem
iums were paid annually, according to the terms Of
the contract.
On the I'd day of July, 1877, Capt. Gardiner had his
policies changed to the form now used by the Com
pany, which gives the benefit Of the Maine Non-for-
feituIe Law.
On the 18th day of September 1877, he sailed from
Boston as master of the good ship "Iceland' ON a
voyage to Calcutta. The ship and all ON board were
lost at sea. The premiums due July 81, 1871, and
August g. 1877, were not paid, and by the terms OF
the original policies this would have worked for
fixture oftke entire insurance; but under the new
policies which h ID been gratuilsusly offered by the
company, the insurance would have been continued
in force more than three years, or until November,
1880, notwithstanding the non-payment Of the prem
iums doe in 1877 and the fact Of the death being
tsblshed the satisfaction Of the company, the full
amount ofthe policies was pail on the 29th day
October, 878.
The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1879-02-14
NEW YORK CUSTOM HOUSE.
The President Tells MIR. Merritt How He
Should Conduct His Office.
NEW YORK, Feb 1.-THE following is the Pres-
dents letter to Merritt:
EXECUTIVE MANSION, I
Washington, Feb. 4, 1879. !

EXECUTIVE MANsIoN,l
Washington, FEB. 4, 1879.
My Dear Genera-I congratulate you on your con-
nrmation. 1t is great qualification to me and very
honorable to you and will prove, 1 believe, of signal
service to the country. My desire is that the office
be conducted strictly business principles and ac-
cordmg to the rules for the civil service which were
recommended by the civil service commission in the
administration of Gen. Grant. want you to be per-
fectly independent of mere influence from any quar-
ter. Neither my recommendation nor that of Secre-
tay Sherman or of any member of Congress or other
influential person must be specially regarded. Let
appointments and removals be made on business
principles and according to rules. There must, as
sumo, be few confidential places filed by those you
personally know to be trustworthy but restrict pat
ronage to the lowest limits. Let no man be put out
merely because he is friend of Mr.. Arthur, and no
man be put In merely because he is your friend. The
good of the service should be the sole end in view
best means yet presented, it seems to me- are the
rules recommended by the civil service commission.
shall issue no new order the subject at present.
am glad you approve of the message, and wish you
to see that all there expressed or implied in it is
faithfully carried out.
Again coDgratulating you and assuring you of my
entire confidence, I remain sincerely,
(SigneD RIB. HAYES,
GEN. e. A. MERRITT.