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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

B. B.-The base ball match between the Foun-
tain City and Nine Spots, on Saturday was well
contested one and was witnessed by large mum.
ber OF ladies and gentlemen. The City Band en-.
livened the occasion with some fine music. The
score stood 81 to 26 in favor OF the Fountain Citys
During the game 1t was shown beyond doubt
that 1t is easr for politician to please 1.-THE peo.
pie than it is to umpire ball game, according to
established rules and give satisfaction.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

STATE FAIR EXCURSION RATEs-In order to az
ford everybody an opportunity to attend the State
Fair at Columbus, and at the same time give
all ample opportunity TO see the sights in and
about the State Capitol, the Cleveland, Mt Vernon
& Columbus R, R, Co., have decided to lower their
rates as follows: Round trip tickets from Canal
Fulton, $780, from Massillon, IS, ,26 from Orrvile
$500. Tickets will be on sale at these p ppints on
August 25th, good to return to include saturday
the SOth inst. The State Fair continues from the
25th 10 the Goth inst inclusive, and round trip
tickets can be secured at the above rates at any
time between those dates
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

FIFTY DOLLAR PUBsE.-The 100 yard foot race
at the Grand View Park, on Saturday evening at.
nacted a large number of spectators and many
outside bets were made, though with no heavy
odds on either side. The men got good start
and Fala spurted ahead but did not hold the lead
long until Raedel rushed past him and kept the
lead TO the string, occasionally looking back to
his oppO ent, and coming in about yard and o
half ahead Time, 1913 seconds. Another and
longer race is talked Of between MasslEon and
Canton parties,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

DON'T ADvERTIsE.-Two weeks ago ]. W. Nc
Kinney, contractor at the Montgomery cut, near
Osnaburg, ordered us to put in a short advertise.
ment notifying the public that he had coal for
sale. On Monday he notified us to take 1t out as
people were coming for coal In such throngs as to
seriously interfere with his workmen in the cut,
and he will be obliged to quit selling coal for at
least ten days.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

A DEMOCRATIC sTRAw-wss gathered on tn,
Dutch Local last Monday morning when the Ali
ance delegation to the Democratic Convention
were on the way to Canton. The vote stood
Ewing, 49, Foster.2 This remarkable result pro
duces considerable anxiety IN the minds Of dele
gates Mike Condor and Gee. Canning, who pray
that "the Divi may fly away with the roof Of their
coat tails" ifit was them. Jones il still philoso
phizing on the phenomenon Alliance Review.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

We advise those Of our young men that are In
search of wealthy brides to go to Wadsworth and
secure plated lady. That they have them there
we are positive from the following Rdvertis ment
In the Enterprise;
Found, a gOld.plsted lady's pin. The owner
can have 1t by calling on the undersigned" &C.
No wonder that they pied form last week.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The best Cigars, (WhOAeSale and
retail Smoking and Chewing To-
bacCOs, In the City are to be had
at VOlkmann's sign Of the "Big
Tpdian," Democrat Building, Gam
ton, Ohio. r.l Y
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

ALL1ANcE.-Hon R. G. williams was absent
from town a few days the past week attending
his mothers funeral, who died on last Monday at
her residence near Now Lisbon, Ohio.
The Disciples held their yearly meeting in Jenk,
mss grove. little south Of town. 1t continued
over Sunday. t. arl.s
The sixth annual fair of the Eastern Ohio Fair
Association will be held in Alliance September TO-
II and H. The peoples free fair and salesdAy
will also be held here sometime during the fall.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

MARLBoRo.-Miss Sarah Holibaugh of Marlboro,
died on the lSt OF August Her case was pecu-
liar one, and baftied the skill of physicians. DR.
Day Of Limaville, pronounced 1t enlargement Of
the spleen. Several eminent physicians called it
tumor, and finally Dr. Flower, with his troup Of
spirits, was summoned, and looked right through
the afflicted lady, and risked their reputation in
the assertion that 1t was case of ttlntor. post
mortetn examination proved Dr. Day to be right
and the spirits wrong, the spleen Weighing AZ
pounds instead Of ounces, the ordinary weight.
How could the spirits make such mistaken For
aphysician give us DR., bay in preference to all
the spirits Flower can summon from Plutos re,
gions-AAiance Review,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

BOAT MISUNDERSTANDING that the annual Re-
gatta comes off tomorrow friday at Meyers
Lake, under the auspices Of the Eclipse Boating
Club, EutrieS for the races are filled and the CON
test for prizes will be exciting. The best Of order
will be maintained and every arrangement has
been made to make the day pleasant one for
all Don't miss 1t.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
OFFICE OF ADVERTISER 4 UNION,

DUNKIRK, N. " Aug 18th, 1873.
At certain times we feel the need Of some Tonic
or strength restorer to brace up the system, and
must say Pattit's Blood Purifier is Just the thing
do not hesitate to pronounce 1t the best medicine
now before the people possessing as 1t does efficient
curative power. A. H. HLhAoN' hoitor'
Sold by w. B. Foye, Canton,o.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

He was a disgusted boy. He had exercised
great caution, and had finally succeeded in crawl
ing, uuObserved under the canvass into the tent
And he found 1t was not circus, but q revival
meeting in representation Post.
Since camp meetings have become so numerous
in this neighborhood and nary circus, many Of
our unsophisticated youth have been caught the
same Way.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

A polar wave struck Canton last Friday, whioh
assoniSned the Oldest inhabstantS. overcoata were
In great demand, and fears were entertained that
crops now outstanding would be damaged, II not
ruined BY frost, Fortunately such was not the
case. On Monday the 10y atmosphere was sue.
ceeded by one Of more genial temperature.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

At least from six to seven hundred people at
tended the camp meeting at the fair grounds on
Sunday afternoon and evening and speak highly
of the manner In which the services are conduct.
ed. The meeting will continue through this
and next week. s..
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

"Lindy," the harness man, says he never did
like an organ grinders monkey, and when the
internal ring tails get polite W as TO leave their
cards on the office railing he be d-erned II he
don't hate 'em Worsern ever, .r
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

TURTLE soUP.-From bills printed at this Office
we see that the white House" will furnish thia
delicious compound every Wednesday and sstur.
day evenings until Sept LIST, after which oysters
and warm meals win be furnished during The ON !,
tlre winter Coffee and tea will also be on hand
for those so inclined, '-'N
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Though Gus Purney does not intend to remove
west for year or two he believes in having pen-
ty Of good stout boys to assist In breaking up the
ground when he does go. He secured another as.
sistant Saturday evening and says there is some
hope for the Democrats yet
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

MOTICE TO MINERS.

E.E. Miller & Co., who have started
the Pioneer Foundry, are prepared to
make car wheels and take pay in coal.
RuRT-Rm
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Does the tramp law apply to those only who are
left without home kindred or friends, or to those
corner loaSers who live on poor fathers or mothers,
and make fun of all who are not as well dressed
as themselves.-Es.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
STARK COUNTY LIFE ASSOCIATION

I q
The Stark County Life Association organized
last Saturday, and elected .the following named
gentlemen as Trustees: fb~l,A ~
@. Aultman, Canton, manufacturer Of reaper
and mowers, and President Of First Natonal
Bank. Charles Il. Garrigues, Massillop, pattern
maker at RUSSELL Co.'S. George TCkes. Alliance
merchant William A. Lynch, Canton, Wtorney
at law A. R. Rlson, Magnolia, proprietor Mag
nolia Mills Hon. William Mckinley. Canton,
Member Of Congress- H. r. Brooke Marlboro,
farmer and cattle dealer. a. G. Ellison, Canton
cashier Canton Bank. R. R. Porter, Canal Fii.
ton, grain dealer P. a. Barr, Canton, druggist
and President Canton Bank.
OFFICERS
O. Aultman, President.
Charles H. Garrgues Vice President
L. M. Whiting, NJ. D., Medical Director.
W. L. Alexander, Secretary.
II. @. Ellison, Treasurer.
Executive Committee--Wm, A. Lynch, Geo
lckes, P. Il. Barr.
This will be decidedly home institution, and
Will afford protection at actual cost on the con.
tribution plan All the members belonging to
the same class, when there is death loss, each
member Contributes to the assessment fund In
proportion to the lamOunt Of his certificate, and
according 10 his age at the time Of the loss.
Undoubtedly the citizens of Stark county will
encourage the Association by giving 1t their sup.
port instead Of foreign insurance companies It
cannot fail but meet with success.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

This is the way the Burlington Hawkeye, Re.
publican paper, supports Foster:
Foster Is anything to get office, and we haven't
as much respect for him as we have for q square.
toed Confederate who doesn't claim to be- any.
thing else"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
REMOVAL.

tn. wheeler takes this method Of informing his
uatrons that he has permanently removed his Office
close to entrance Of County Fair Ground, where he
IA ready at all times TO attend calls either in country
or cltv' TT. WHEELER,
,un9etf Veterinary Surgeon.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

WANTED man to umpire base ball matches
that can satisfy the players on both sides and
please the spectators at the same time. Would
like to hear from Mark Twain. Address any Of
the ball clubs In Canton or Massillon.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

A fair and festival will be held at Harrisburg
on the 9th, 2S!h and Goth, for the benefit OF the
Catholic Church Good muRic will be in attend
anCe and every effort is being made to make the
entertainment success.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Last Sunday the Turner Society had very
pleasant picnic at Ranks Grove, half mile
south east Of GeasSens brewery Over three hun.
dred attended including ladies and children.
They returned in the early evening.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
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NOTICE.

To insure insertions in this paper, parties must
leave their matter and orders at the counter The
business is done there. D p nrJ u
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
GOOD HOMES CRRAP.

Three good houses and lots, one located on East
Tuscarawas street. and two In the rear Of thesafe
works. Also two good corner lots located In Prey
ers addition. For particulars cali on
JACOB HERBRUCK,
auRi4.dw North Walnut st., Canton, o.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Mr., J. B McCrea has lately added fine and
mOdernly improved new hearse to his undertak.
ing department
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

C,H. F. HarriS leaves next Tuesday with Co. /,
in the capacity Of barber. "snOwhake" % an ex
cellentspecirnan Of q tonsCrial 4earer. 5
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Freedom Of the press may have done much to.
wards making the country what we are proud TO
say Il is, but Il has ruined many q young lady's
prospects In life -Seubenville Gazette.
We embrace the opportunity to say Of corset
has
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Philip Wild, formerly connected with Klopten-
stnes restaurant, will open tonight on his own
hook, at the establishment one door west Of the
American House, Mr.. Wild has hosts Of friends
who will gladly patEonize him. ,t
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The 1t5th Regiment o vi, will hold reunion
in East Liverpool, on Tuesday, September 9th.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The County Commissioners Of Tuscarawas coun.
ty lei the One Leg Bridge 10 the Canton BridRo
Company on Monday of last week at $3.50 per
lineal foot. ON 5utt.'
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The price for round strip ticket to Columbus,
during the Fair, iS but ss rs from Massiilon. See
notice elSewheTe In this paper. y.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
REAL ESTATE AND ABSTRACT OFFICE.

Having gone into the Real Estate, In connection
with my Abstract business, invite all parties wish
Ing to buy or sell real estate 70 call and see me- or
EISroua yjH. Il, TRUMP,
Iunf7-H Opposite ~. Clouu hoVel' OahVon'o'
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Workmen are engaged laying down new plank
crossings on the intersection Of 7th and Cherry
streets, which is decided improvement and WIN
be much appreciated,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Babies are 1Ie institution and should be guarded
nom attacks Of Collie, Fatuence, etc, by Dr. Bulls
Baby Syrup Price @ cents bottle ~ .ts
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Worldly friendship is like our shadow while
we walk in sunShlneit sticks close to us, but the
moment we enter the shade u deserts US.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Drummers for oyster houses have been nearly
as thick as flies the past week. aud our dealers
will be prepared to serve up choice hivalves next
week
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

OALLED-Mart Gotshall, Esqr., OF Fort WAvne.
mas been spending few days in his native town
visiting his mother and other relatives ana
friends. N"u
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

No man can be brave who considers pain to be
the greatest eEil! otlifefnOr temperate who con.
siders pleasure to bethe highest good y W ".
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Some girls are like old muskets-they use Q
great deal Of powder, but don't 80 off.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The Northern Ohio Temperance Camp Meeting
will be held on the Akron Fair Grounds begin.
ming August 28d and closing sept1 TI8(t
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

AT the "Ital" stands fresh peaches and luscious
grapes and plums are offered for sale.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The Colored Camp meeting will continue until
next week. Interesting exercises every after
noon and evening
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

MAN wants but little here below,' wherever he
may roam, and when he calls for lager beer he
wants but little foam.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
COAL WANTED.

Subscribers wishing to pay their subscription to
the DEMOCRAT in coal CAN'T DO so TOO QUICK AS
WE ARE IN NERD OF THE ARTICLE.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

John Melbourne has put down fine, solid
Berea stone flag pavement on the Market and
Seventh street sides VI sherrick q Millers new
building. n
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

The InArmary barn, destroyed by fire last week,
viii be rebuilt as soon as possible after the settle
ment with the insurance men.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Aswe were strong advocates of John Webb for
Sheriff and none other we now support Henry
Altekruse. SAxToN. FIELD & Co.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14

Inc East Ohio Conference OF the M. E. Church,
wiz WIZ convene at Akron, Ohio, on the oath OF Sep.
tember next '7
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
guca1 gems.

The regatta Of the season at the Lake to.mor-
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1879-08-14
BILLS ALLOWED.
ReportOf Street Commissioner. Al

RepOrtOf Street Commissioner. .,sls1 Al
for work done
at Shriver's run. 30 60
J o. Palmer, wall paper..... 90
Th0sy McCann broOms.......... ............., 40
s. d. Slusser, Health Officer for July.,..., 81 80
Il, H. Myers, Ia 90
]. B. Brothers, hardware. "a
Street Commissioner. IS 81
.. BILLS REFERRED.
Globe Gas Light Co., July ......... 2l4 90
The action Of the Council for building bridge
across the alley at James LantS's shop was recon
sidersd andpermission granted to build bridge
from the second story Of his old to his new build
ing, subject to removal by order Of the Council.
Granted. M 'rr al.. u ar.
Chief Engineer JEFF Koontz asked that no bills
be paid of the Fire Department exceptit have the
signature OF the Chief Engineer. The Council
sat down on him, as they thought the Committee
on Fire Department knew their business.
The City Sentinel was authorized to buy feed for
city horses until further orders.
Council adjourned. 'o.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-02

kENNEBEC COZ NTi-M Prohoic CoHrt at In,
gHsfd. ~ Mf j"rrN NoRidy az ftLfHGgg. is7b:
4 CERTAIN lN~rEi MENT, pulrorting to hc
"A the last will and Testament of Isaac Abbott,
late of Bcntom, in said county, deceased, having
been presented for probate:
ORDERED, That notice thereof be given three
weeks successfully prior 10 the fourth Monday of
March next. in the kcmEs bee journal, newspaper
printed III Augusta that all persons interested may
attend NJ Court al Probate then To liz holden at All
gu>ta, and show cause, il any why the said instru.
nent should not bee proved. approx cd aud allowed, as
the last win and TESTAMENT uf the said deceased.
II. h. BAKER, Judge.
Attest - CHARLES IItWJSS. Register. Nv l3t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-02
Daily krmfbrr 9ournal.
THE CHECKER BOARD.

Ifpto three evenings ago such thing a.
"A checker-board was never known III Mr..
Grattan's house lie and his aged partner
have managed ~ pass the long evenings
very pleasantly. and he supposed they were
happy enough until friend from the East
paid them a flying visit and asserted over
aud over again that the game OF checkers
was not only all the rage there. but that IT
served to quicken the perceptive faculties.
enlarge the mind and render the brain
more active. After giving the subject due
thought Mr.. Grattan walked down town
and purchased checker-board, and when
evening came he surprised his good wife
by bringing it in from the wood shed and
saying:
''Well. Martha, Wen have game or
two before going over to the social. eN-
pect 10 beat vou all to finders, but Nou
won't care.
.'Oh, of course not. and il beat You,
why YOU won't care. she replied.
They sat down and he claimed the first
move. She objected, but when he began
TO grow red in the face she yielded and he
led off. At the fourth move she took a
man, chuckling as she raked him in.
Il don't see anything to grin at, lac
Suttfcu IL It iHVNt'i IL man ''t' hN''iNi7'
Here YOU can't move that way she
called out.
Il can't ell /? Perhaps never played
checkers before You were born
She saw chance Ia jump two more men
and gave in the point, but a. she moved he
cried out;
'.Put them right back there I've con
cluded not to move backward even if
Hoyle does permit it =
She gave in again. but when he jumped
a man her nose grew red and she cried
out:
II didn't mean to move there. was
thinking of the social =
Can't help the social Martha-we must
go by IIoyle."
In about two minutes She jumped two
men and went into the king-row. shout
ing:
Grown him. crown him, I've got q
King
Zone would think by your childish az
tions that you never played game be
fore" ne growled ont.
Il know enough to beat YOU go
''You do, eh Some folks are awful
smart
And some folks amt she snapped a.
her king captured another man.
What in thunder are YOU jumping
that way for ?''
"A king can jump any way
mo he can't
'.Yes he can -
Don't talk to me Martha Grattan
was playing checkers when you were i'll
your cradle
Il don't care. | can jump two men
which ever way you move
He looked down on the board. saw that
such was the case, and roared out
you've moved twice to my once 80
II havn'tt'
IN take my oath you have. cant
play against any such back-lcg practi-
cesr'
who's backlog? You not only
cheated, butyou tried to lie out of it.
Board and checker fell between them
lie could get his hat quicker than She could
find her bonnet, and that was the only rea-
son why he got out Of the house first \
Woodland avenue grocer found him sitting
on basket of cranbcrries ut the door as
he was closing up for the night and asked
him if he was waiting for his wife to come
along.
well, not exactly; | stopped here to
feel in my pocket for the key To the barn.
| shall sleep on the hay tonight and see il it
won't cure this cold in my head. ''-De-
troll Free Press
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1879-04-02
''0H! MY
BAG

Irinc, NrrvOus Di-eases, Femae Weakness, and
Exercises; HUNTS REMEDY i prepared EN-
PRE>SIl for these diseases.
From Rev. f.. q. Taylor, ID. D., Pastor of First Bap
tist Church.
PROVIDENCE. X. L.. Jan. :, 1879.
can testify TO the virtue of HI MIS- REMEDY
in Kidney Diseases from actual trial having been
much benefited by its use. T.. e. TAYLOR.
PROVIDENCE, X. L.. Aug. 49, ls.S.
WIN. f.. CIARKE,-IJenr Sir: Having witnessed
the wonderful effects of HUNTS REMEDY IN my
own case, and in great number OF others, recon-
mend il to all afflicted with Kidney Diseases or Drop
~. Those afictedby disease should secure the mcd
cine which will cure in the shortest possible time
HUNTS REMEDY will do this.
IL. L Ilrars -
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NrOTiCE l. HEREBY GIVEN, That the sul,cri-
y Der has been duly appointed Administrator on
the estate of
AMBROSE II. PALMER, late Of Wiu>low.
la the County Gi krnnctc, deceased, interstate, and
la, undertaken that trust by given bond IL the law
directs All persons. therefore, having demands
against the estate OF said deceased, desired to
hihit the same for settlement; and all indebted TO
said estate requested to make immediate payment
to ALLEN l.. NARNEI.
Mar. 10, l>,9 ~ l:it