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The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

AS the tramps were led out of the sta
tion house at Tifin Thursday morning,
of the raggedest and worst looking Of the
lot, pale and emsciated, worn out with
hunger and sickness, was passing up the
street, and was met by Edward Rowland
Trace Agent of the Baltimore and Ohio
road, who recognized and spoke to him.
The tramp tried to pass without noticing
the speeker but was stopped. Mr.. Rowland
saying 81 know you, SO it's no use trying
to get away. What are you doing in this
disguise?" The tramp whose name is
Ruthruff, said he was tramping and was
too sick to travel. Mr.. Rowland took him
home, had him take bath, make change
of linen and 90 to bed; then sent for q ply
sician. He says that the young mans
father is one of the wealthiest men in Bal.
timore, and once set this young man up in
business, with a capital of $4,000, but he
has frittered it away. His brother resides
in Baltimore and is rich. Why he is hid
ing himself, enduring the hardships of &
tramp, is a mystery which he will not a
present divulge, and when Mr.. Rowland
proposed to telegraph to his brother, hi
would not listen to it, saying that sick az
he was he would leave the city if il wa
done.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
In the Whole History of Medicine

No preparation has ever performed such
marvellous cures, or maintained SO wide
reputation, as AYERS CHERRY PIcToRAL,
which is recognized as the worlds remedy
for all diseases of the throat and lungs. Its
long continued series of wonderful cures in
all climates has made it universally known
as safe and reliable agent to emyley.
Against ordinary colds, which are the fore
runners of more serious disorders, it acts
speedily and surely. always relieving suf-
fering, and often saving life. The protec-
tion it affords, by it's timely use in the
throat and lung disorders of children,
make it an invaluable remedy to be kept
alwayon hand in every home. No persons
can agord to be without it. and those who
have once used it never will. From their
knowledge of its composition and effects,
Physicians use the CHERRY PEcToRAL ex'
tensively in their practice, aud Clergymen
recommend it. It is absolu utely certain in
its remedial effects, and will always cure
whore res are possible. Nov 14-ly
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

He adopted many of fthe methods by which
Coal Oil Johnny became famous. When a
boy blackened his shoes he invariably gave
him FIVE dollar bill, and the same amount
was the regular fee for the table walters
and errand boys. In his dress he was a
swell Of the first water-an Amerlcanlzed
piecadily beau AS a matter of course an
end had to come sooner or later to all this,
and it did come with a grind crash a month
ago His thousands have disappeared SO
entirely that he had scarcely money enough
left to buy paper ofchewing tobacco, and
the only tangible results of his extrava-
gance which remained where number OF
debts which he had incurred in his flush
days lie il human wrrck-straHded at
twsntv-two on the hard reef of imprcuni-
osits-too weak TO get himself into deep
water, with nothing to recommend him TO
even the pity of his acquainiances and the
balance Of his career will be spent in use
repenings and reference 20 the days when
a ten dollar bill was something used to
light a fifty cent cigar in the presence OF n
pretty actress.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
How q Fortune Was Wasted.

The Pittsburgh Telegraph, of recent
date, tells the following story of fast
young man in that city who squandered
q large fortune in very short time, and
who is now penniless, through course of
proAigacy and reckless righteousness:
The example set by "Coal Oil JOHNNY"
to the weak minded youth of to day, has
borne its fruit in Pittsburgh IS we'll as in
other cities. One Of the most prominent
of the followers in the path of that illusssi.
GUS end foolish spendthrift is young man
Of this city, whose downward course from
afiluence to poverty has been accomplished
with startling sapidisy.
Eleven months ago this young man has
fortune Of at least score of thousand
left him by relative. He ~ once bloss
omed into sporting man, and bought hor
sss A fancy prices. made foolish bet
which hs was sure to loose, gave cham
paign suppers 70 all his admirers, an
worshippsd at the shrine of dozen G
more of the prominent actresses who al
disposed to be decorously but pecuniaril
admired by jus, such light headed boys
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
The Times That Tries Mans Soul


When he pops the question.
When his wife wants to talk when he
doesen't.
When he writes to his best girl and has
to wait two weeks for reply.
When hash is placed before him FIVE
successive mornings at his boarding house.
When he pokes his head through his
last clean shirt, and finds no button on be-
hind.
When he buys new pair of shoes and
discovers two big nails sticking up in the
heels.
When her hurries around the corner and
lands square into the arms of man who
holds his ]. O. U.
When he takes his girl out and discov
ers that he has left his pocket book at hom,
in his old trowsers
When he comes home early IN the morn
ing and his wife wants to hold little de
batting society in the lower hall.
When he goes home at night, finds
house full of company, and his wife bliss
fully ignorant of the fact that supper is
not ready.
When after waiting in . barber shop fo,
an hour, and hearing the welcome wor'
"next," he sees a litsle fell ow shoot u
from behind q paper and slide into tn
chair like streak Of creased electricity
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

FICK's FLORAL GuIDE.-Of the many
Guides and seed and plant catalogues sent
out by our Seedsmen and Nurserymen,
and that are doing SO much to Inform the
people and beautify and enrich our coun-
Try, noue are 40 beautiful, none so instruc.
tive as Vick's Floral Guide. Its paper is
the choicest, its illustrations handsome,
and given by the hundred, while its color
ed plate is gem. This work althor Oh
costing but five cents, is handsome el.nush
for gif, book, or place on the parlor la
bic, Published by James Wick, Rchoster,
N, Y,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
All Sorts.

Londonsrs are wild over Emma Thurs.
by.
How TO draw girl out-Sest her upon
a sled, seize the end of the rope. and scoos.
A sexton at Greenbush, N. Y, recently
froze to death while digging a grave.
"When our soldiers kill Indians" says
Wendell Philips, sit is war; but when the
Indians kill our soldiers it is massacre"
A Southern Judge read "Betsey and
are Outn TO couple who came to him
seeking q writing of divorcement, and they
were reconciled and withdrew the suit.
The New York Express starts column
with "a remarkable escape; Forty Chey-
ennes Killed" we should say that was q
remarkable escape, indeed-Bridgeport
Standard.
Ethel! Isn't it shameful! That young
Parker declares that when the light was
turned out for dissolving views he kissed
all of us-e1cept one! All simultaneous
ly): Except one? Which could that have
| been?
Georgia has a village mayor of resource
who, having to commit two prisoners wher
there was no calaboose. turned the box o
wagon over them upon the ground, ant
anchored ID by placing bail of cotton OF
top.
Why, its the biggest kind of thing. AL
you have to do il you want 800 In gold i
to take $l00 10 gzesnbacks and 60 down t.
New York and get it. Resumption ha
certainly come-as far as New York.
Chicago Inter Ocean.
Among the attractions offered for
charity entertainment in Virginia Cit
New, varity theatre, were boxing mate
between ballet girls. pie eating conte
Of news boys, and an attempt by dog I
kill twenty. -four cats.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

THIS standard article is COM
pounded with the greatest care.
Its effects are as wonderful and
as satisfactory as ever.
1t restores gray or faded hair to
its youthful color.
1t removes all eruptions, itching
and dandruff. 1t gives the head a
cooling, soothing sensation of great
comfort, and the scalp by its use
becomes white and clean.
By its tonic properties it restores
the capillary glands to their normal
vigor, preventing badness, and
making the hair grow thick and
strong.
AS a dressing, nothing has been
found so effectual or desirable.
A. A. Hayes, M. D., State As
ssyer of Massachusetts,, says, "The
constituents are pure, and carefully
selected for excellent quality; and
consider it the BEST PREPARATION
for its intended purposes"
Price, One Dollar.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Young Keith, of the Logan Republican
clubbed Purcell of the Valley Gazette last
week por personal attacks published about
his mother. II cost Keith nine dollars for
fracturing Purcell's jaw. 1t should
have cost him ten times nine dollars for
making the mistake of fracturing his jaw
in place of his neck.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

1t becomes necessary in this climate to
use every precantion to prevent throat and
lung disease. by the use of Chappelesrs
Bronchini you are safe from that dreadful
destroyer of human life Consumption
Bronehini cures Group, Whoeping cough
&c: Price SO cents and 25 cents Sold
everywhere. VS. no31 5m
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
GRAND BALL.

Will pc, given at Music Hall Somerret,
Ohio, February 2lst 1879. The entire pro-
ceeds to be put in tbs hands of the Treas
urer Of Son nerset, and to be applied to re-
modelling and re6tting the hall.
Further announcements next week.
The following resolutions was unamous-
adopted at meeting Of the Ohio Colony
organized at Somer-et. Ohio held at Shaw
nee, Ohio Feb. 1st 1879
SHAWNEE o., Feb. Sd 1879
Whereas we have heard the report oi
the committe appointed hy US t" select
lands purchased from the LOnc Star Redl
Estate and Colonization Conpany Of Austn
IeIas, through the agency of A. 2. Ash
brook. and are fully satisfied that the COM
mittee has faithfully discharged its dnty
and that said company has fulfilled it's OBJ
legation to us thus far very satisfactorily
Therefore
REsoLvED-That said committee is enti.
tied to our thanks, and that we most cheer
fully recommend said company as being
gentlemen Of homer and integrity sndfwor
thy of confidence and patronage.
JAS. A. MCFARLAND Pres.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
Old and uOlln6.

Old and young, rich and
poor, fat and lean 1Uh0 1Oish
to confer q lasting favor
WiU please come foT7Uard
and settle at once. WehaUe
to raise money and if our
patrons lUiW come and settle
it 1OiW enable us to meet our
Obzi6UtiODs.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Noah May has moved to the Bowman &
Mechling shop formerly occupied by Hi.
ram Souslin, where he will be ready at ell
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 liberal share
Of the public patronage. Remember the
place, North corner of Market square,
Somerset, Ohio.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

The Perry Nursery is now represented
by NJ. Kagay. Apple, peach, pear, plum,
cherry and ornamental trees, goosebs1ry,
raspberry. strawberry. blackberry, fruits,
also Usage Orange hedging plants can be
bought of him at the same price as if pur-
chased of the proprietor, with the advsn-
tages of delivery in Somerset, Rushville,
Pleasantville or Salem. Give him your
order. Al 3w.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Jerry Flautt has thoroughly overhauled
a large sewing machine that went through
the fire couple of years ago. 1t was bad
ly twisted, and in fact looked as though il
could never be repaied. The machine
is now in operation at Bowman & Mech
ling's carriage factory.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Every community is cursed by the pres
ence of class of people who make it their
business to attend to every body's affairs
bnt their own. Such people are the poor
est specimens of humanity whicn exist on
this blighted earth. II is we'll known that
every person is sometimes disposed to
speak evil of others: and taltling is sin
from which very few can claim to be en-
tirely exempt. But the object of their arti-
Gle is to speak of that distinct class of tat
tiers who make stalebearing the constant
business of their lives. They pry into the
private affairs of every family in the neigh
borhood; they know the exact state of the
neighbor's feelings toward another; they
understand every body's faults, and no lit.
tie blunder or misdemeanor ever escapes
their watchfulness. They are we'll posted
upon every shing connected withcourtship
and matrimony, and can guess the exact
time by every movement of parties unsus-
pected of matrimonial intentions, and il
there is the slightest chance to create dis
turbance, excite jealousy, they take advan
tage of it and do all they can to keep peo
pie in a state Of constant vsxation. The]
glide quietly from gentleman to lady; from
mother to daughter; from father to son
and in the ears Of all they pour their littl
whispers of slander and abuse, while a
the same time they pretend to be the mos
sincere friends Of those they talk to. Thei
nauseous pills of slander are sugar coate
with smiles and words of friendship. Tat
tiers are confined to no particular class
but they operate in all. We find ,her
among the rich and the poor, the "uppe
ten" and the clover million" in the chu1c
and out of it. They are people who hav
} no higher ambition than to be we'll in
formed in regard to other peoples privst
business, to retail slander to their neigh
bors, and to exult the 6endish trump
over the wounded feelings and bruise
hearts of their victims.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

We wish all to bear in mind that COM
municaiions must reach US by Monday
noon to insure insertion that week. II is
just as impossible for Us to put in type all
that is sent in on Wednesday without
throwing us from our regular time of pub
location as IL would be for the sun to shine
upon us at midnight.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

It is claimed by some that any one who
is or has been in the habit of getting drunk
has no right to denounce the use of liquor.
The man who uses this an argument will
never go to the lunatic asylum for he
has'n brains enough to 60 crazy.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

We understand there will be two graduates
from the High School of Somerset at the
close of the present term, they having com
pleted the entire course laid down by the
Board of Education.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Cox & Gallin will receive the largest
and best stock of boots and shoes ever
brought to this market, next week. Great
pains has been taken to select the incest and
the best work manufactured. Every body
is invited to call and examine their stock
and learn prices.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
To CONSUMPTIVES

The advertiser. having besn psrmsnty susel Of
that dread disease, Consumption. by simpls rem
fsfs.s he mesns Of cure. 10 III vSo dssirs 4, \.
will send copy Of the prescription used, (fsss Of
eharRe) With the directions for preparing and use
ing the same, which they will fnd . Sure Cure for
Consumption, Asthma, Bronchitis, Ac Parties
Wishing The prescription, viii please sddrsas E.
Wilson, lsS Penn St.. Wtlliamsbursh n. y.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

We publish this week an article from
the pen of Mr.. John H. Shearer on the
Curculio, which has given our plum
growers SO much trouble. 1t will pay our
readers to give il careful examination.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

There 10 more produce handled in Som.
erset in one day than there is in any 9TH
er two towns in the county in a week. The
reason Of this is our dealers are paying the
very highest price in cash.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
For Sale

Two full lots and Dwelling House, in
the town of Somerset, Ohio.
Pice very low, and terms easy. The
property is we'll adapted to a small family.
Apply to P. H. BINKLEY.
Somerset, Ohio.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

About as good a move as the Council
make would be to abolish the ringing Of
the court house bell. There is no necessi-
ty for it, and il is of no benefit to any one
It is nothing but q useless expense and
should be abolished.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
Notice Of Settlement.

All parties knowing themselves indsbt.
ed to Myers & Yarnell will please call and
settle at once OF their accounts will be lef,
In the hands Of proper officers for collec-
tion. 3w,
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

A stone weighing several tons fell from
the roof Of the tunnel last week and was
struck By one of the engines of a freight
train. The passenger was delayed about
| an hour
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

One Of the special privileges that we are
allowed to indulge in is to pay heavy
Corporation tax and not receive one cent OF
benefit from it. We have to perform two
days labor on the road, and are compelled
TO keep up the only road we use.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Unclaimed letters remaining in the Som.
ca, c B Babbs, ] U Binhley' Josiah Bsher
Mrs. E Meiller, Henry Ssal.er, H r Tur
ndr. Aline Parish, Ella Whitaker,
Woodwork.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
OBITUARY.

Mrs. Nancy Randolph who died at the
residence Of her son Milton Randolph two
miles west of Somerset was born near
Brownsville Fayette Co. Pa. in the year
1899 making her at the time of her death
in the so year of her age.
In 1888 she moved into this state, set
Ting near the place of her late home. For
nearly fifty years she had been in COM
munion with the NJ. F. Church. The last
few years Of her life were attended
with much bodily atfiiction. Death came
at last as messenger of relief On Fri
day of last week, alter appropriate funeral
services her remains were attended by II
large concourse of relations and friends To
their resting place in the Somerset Cemetry
theirs to await the resurrection OF the just.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

We positively must have money in order
10 publish paper. and all those owing us
or over one years subscription will find
their accounts in the hand of a justice of
Peace if not paid Immediately. We mean
just what we say.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
Dye
FOR THE WHISPERS.

This elegant preparation may be
relied ON to change the color of the
beard from gray or any other un-
desirable shade, to brown or black,
at discretion. 1t is easily applied,
being in one preparation, and quick
ly and effectually produces q per-
manent color, which will neither
rub nor wash of.
Manufactured BY k. p. NALL Z CO.,
NASHUA, u. y.
ss,1 hy ~ ossesisis. ssl pss,ss b tstlsha.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
For Rent.

Have two fine rooms for rent in my
building on Main Street Somerset, Ohio
Terms reasonable. w. E. FINcK.
August, 18th, 1878.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

As will be seen by the announcement
there will be given under the manage.
ment Of a committee appointed by the
Council Garand Ball on the evening OF
the 81 inst; the evening preceding Wash
ingtons birth day. The proceeds TO be sp.
piled towards re modelling and ssfiting ths
Hall.
The Mayor and members of the Council
and some sutsrprising young men of III,
place, have agreed 70 collect by balls en-
tsrsainments &c. NOS less than one hundred
dollars to be placed in the Treasures hand
to be held for the above purpose. Inaa
much as this enterprise Is for the benefi
Of the hall without much cost to the tax
payer Of the corporation, lit should h
we'll patronized BY our citizens.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

1t is strange how indignant some get
when they are reminded of an outstanding
account.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

II is rumered that Will E. Finck ir
will be candidate for prosecuting after.
ney, before the Democratic Convention
Mr.. Finck is capable Of filling the office.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

The Xxx furnace of Shawnee .hut down
Saturday. This will seriously efec, bus
iness at that point, as it throws some three
hundred.:men out OF employment.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

II you have anything to sell, sell it, for
two chances in three you will take less in
thres months from now than you can get
at tha present time.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

A wsll-spring of pleasure is a healthy ba-
by: keep your baby in good health by
using DIR. Bulls Baby Syrup. the friend
of infancy. Price 25 cents.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Frank MeMannus. who was known BY q
number Of cur people, died in Chihauhau,
Mexico, on the 9th Of January.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Il is claimed that there was surplus OF
eight thousand bushels of potatos raised in
Reading township last season.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Land in the Corporation used for farm
ing purposes is taxed at the rate Of one
dollar and forty two cents per acre.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Mcdonald, the man who burglarized
VIM. Fullerton's store in Mt. Perry last
fall has been sentenced to the penitentiary
for one year.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

The total number of convicts in the
Ohio Penitentiary is sixteen hundred and
eighty. Perry county will increase this
numbe three or four in few days.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Cap. Ashbrook will offer for sale at his
residence, on Saturday, February 18th, two
head Of horses, one buggy and lot OF
household and kitchen furniture.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

The dwelling now occupied by George
Brown is TO be converted into busineas
room. We understand that it will be oc-
cupied by Myers & Yarnell.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

There 10 butter sold in this market that
In MIXED with lard. Our dealers should
refuse Il or take IL for grease.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

Albert Ballinger's taxes on his personal
property amounted to fifty cents, which he
nelected to pay by the goth of December,
for the good reason that he happened not
TO have the money at the time. Last Sat.
urday the tax collector came to him with
bill of one dollar and forty cents, ninety
cents Of the amount being the penalty
the collector was liberal enough howeve,
TO throw of ten cents. This is an outrage
The idea of imposing a penalty of ninety
cents for collecting fifty. But Mr. Ballin
ger belong to that class who toll day in ani
day out for living and Of course is shown
no quarters. How long will you stand i
laboringmen? Will you support this kline
of management next fall.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

The men who claimed that people living
within the corporation limits did not pay
township tax are still alive.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06
Corn starch 10 cents =, Dittoe's

The rsmps gently tapped the "nisssr
heads" in the work house last Sunday
They didn't strike the stone very bard for
fear of braking the Sabbath.
The Somerset press. [volume] (Somerset, Ohio) 1873-1977, 1879-02-06

H. c. Chalfant is the agent for the Oliver
Chilled plow. All who wish to purchase
the best plow manufactured should call
and see him.