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The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Canton girl is very indignant because, in re.
ply to her query, "What is suitable for gradua.
ton speeehl" we commended a percale dress
with the usual Aounces, and fuchu or two
slung on where they would do the most good,
The dear creature now says that she referred to
her essay and wants us to choose between
"What Shall We Do With Our Boys" Life
Aims" and "Does Protection Protect2" In re.
gard to the FIRST we should say that 1t was Just as
well to wait until the boys arrive before worry ing
about them. The second is all right but "Do
Brstes Bustf' would be more suitable for a girl
than the third
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
WHERE SHALL WE GET OUR WATERf

twill be seen by the Council proceedings that
the city fathers have decided to engage the servl.
ees Of an experienced hydraulic engineer to
make complete canvass Of the water resources
Of Canton and to report the most feasible method
Of obtaining pure and sufficient water supply
for this city. 1t will be remembered by many Of
our citizens that such an investigation and report
was made some three years ago by an expert.
enced engineer Of Chicago, which report cost the
city some $500. That report was never OF any
practical benefit and is at present on Ale.
Some few weeks ago the City Council
passed an ordinance providing for the issue Of
$4,000 worth Of city bonds, the proceeds Of which
were to be used in the construction Of new wa.
ter works building and the purchase Of a new
pump. The building is already In the course Of
erection.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The Cleveland Plain Dealer is responsible for
the following: The Deep Rock Social Club re-
Gently had picnic at Rocky River. Twelve gen.
tlemen and ten ladies comprised the party, and
here is the bill of fare for their dinner: Eighteen
pounds Of steak, twelve pounds Of chops, two gal.
Ions Of oysters, ten pounds Of crackers, twenty
five hundred clans, fourteen loaVes Of bread a
bushel and halfof Irish potatoes, two pecks OF
sweet potatoes, five dozen ears of corn, thirteen
wa,ermelOns, eleven pies, fifteen pounds of mix.
ed pastry, five kegs Of beer, two gallons Of whis.
ky, five boxes of pop" one hundred and seven
ty five cigars and four boxes Of matches. This
account is vouched for by Councilman as being
correct"
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The work of repairing the Malleable Iron
Works preparatory to the entrance of the work
men of Ebel, Gillian & Co is in progress, The
office has been repainted and fitted up, the yard
cleared Of rubbish and the building overhauled
generally. workmen are engaged roofing the ad.
dition on the south side OF the works. and the
foundation for the boiler and engine rooms is al.
ready staked out, Mr.. D Stabler has the contract
for the laying of the foundation and Mr.. Jno R,
Poyser the contract for the erection of the build
ing. Mr.. Gillian OF the firm was here recently
inspecting the establishment
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
GOLDEN WEDDING.
On motion adjourned.

Friday last was the event Of pleasant and
memorable occasion at Mapleton, this county
The day was the celebration Of the golden wed.
ding Of Robert Wilson aud wife, who for the past
half century have lived together In the same
homestead, in 0snaburg township in which their
honeymoon was passed. Robert Wilson, native
OF Washington county, Pennsylvania, was born
on the 18Th Of October, 1907, came to Ohio and
settled In Osnaburg township in 1911 Charity
Elson, the present Mrs. Wilson, was born May
18Th, 1914, In Brooke county, Va, and removed to
0snaburg township in 1920 They were united In
marriage by the Rev. Jehu Brown, September "a,
1920. Some Of the witnesses to the marriage cere.
moDy bravcd the storms of half century and
were present at the celebration OF the golden
wedding. They are John ElsOn and Mrs. GREGG.
ry Cresswell, brother and sister Of the brjde Ben
jamin and Douglas Wilson, brothers of the groom;
Andrew Pearson and wife, OF Canton; Mrs. Mar.
garet Greer A R. Elson and 8. s. Ross ESQ. The
marriage ceremony was not performed over, as
the old folks thought that II the old one was
strong enough 10 hold them together for fifty
years 1t would surely last as long az they them
selves, The fruits Of their union are eleven child
reD, seven boys and four girls, OF whom six boys
ana TWO girls are living, and were present, with
the exception Of one daughter. Also twenty
grand children and six great grand children
The old couple were the recipients OF many pre-.
sents, and in the presentation Mr.. William
H. Greer alluded to the fact that so few Of the
happy couples that start from the marital altar
upon the voyage Of life were permitted to re-
main united and enjoy the kind benedcence Of
God for half century, that death was fell de-
stroyer and very few lived to celebrate happy
golden wedding. After the presentation the as.
sembled guests partook Of a bountiful supper,
which the old folks had prepared, and the com
pany dispersed in the evening with many we'll
wishes for Mr., and Mrs, Wilson in the future,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
DEMOCRATIC MEETINGS.

A Hancock and English club will be organized
at the Shldler School House, in Perry township,
to might. Hon. A. McGregOr will talk on public
affairs and the political issues Of the day.
At Canal Fulton, Hon, 7. ], McGinnis will ad-
dress the people on Friday evening, october 1st.
At Alliance Monday evening October 4th, the
Hon. Marvin H. Bovee will address the people.
His speech will be preceded by grand torch
light procession OF the Hancock and English
marching club.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

EAST CANToN.-Why not call osnsburg East
Canton, and firmly unite the same to Canton by
building Of furnaces, factories machine shops,
business places Of many kinds and fine dwell
lings, as well as more common ones all along the
line. Coal of the best quality, some iron ore and
plenty of limestone, and good healthy water in
abundance, and kind hearted, honest people in
and around osnaburg why say, why not unite
1t with Canton, and thus enlarge the cltyi
OGNApnpG
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

A veil known gentleman went home In rather
howcomeyou5o condition the other night, and,
that he had been attending a meeting Of the
ward campaign club. But how came all that
mud on the shoulder Of your coat2 she inquired,
sternly. "oh," he answered meekly, 1--WE been
putting my shoulder to the Wheel" and this con-
cluded the hostilities for the night
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The gasoline light in the Court House is being
complained Of by the employees in the different
Offices The jury in the case of the Agricultural
Society VS., the ConnottOn Northern railroad like.
wise condemned the gasoline light as a nuisance.
An attempt will be made to have the County
Commissioners substitute gas In place of the gas
oline lights
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

D1ED-At HIS residence on South Poplar street,
last Monday morning at o'clock, Mr.. Joseph
Painter at the age OF rs years, months aud Is
days His remains were inferred Yesterday morn
ing, the funeral service being coudu cted at the
Disciple Church by the Rev. Hanselman Mr. +.
Painter was an old and we'll respected citizen of
Canton and leaves a large circle of friends and
relatives to mourn his loss
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
oANToNs COUNCIL.

Monday Evening, Sept q, 1880
The City Council assembled Monday evening
pursuant to adjournment. All present, except
Poyser. Minutes OF the last meeting read and ap.
proved,
Petition from citizens on North street asking
permission to have north side OF said street be.
IltweenyC Cherry and Mahoning, paved with Gin
ders, Referred to Com. on sidewalks, &c.
Petition from citizens in 81 ward, asking that
alley below I'd ward school house between Plum
and Chestnut be gradet Referred to Committee
on Streets and Alleys
Petition from citizens on West Tus. st. asking
for an additional street lamp on said street be.
tween shorb and Newton, Referred to Commit
tee on Gas with power to act
Petition from Christ Miller and others, asking
that the Connotton switch on East Ninth street
be moved to one side as at present It obstrucs the
entire street, Referred to Committee on Streets
and Alleys. ~
Plnts of the additions Of Julius Whiting and
Louis Koons to the city, were referred to the
Committee Oh Streets and Alleys. 4
REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES.
Committee on Gas reported adverse to granting
permission to place frame building at corner of
Walnut and Seventh streets. Adopted.
Committee on Gas reported recommending the
placing Of eight additional street lamps as asked
for in different petitions, Adopted.
Committee on Sewers and Drains recommend.
ed the opening Of the sewers on South Cherry st.;
also that an experienced hydraulic engineer be
employed by the city to Investigate and prepare
a report on the water resources of Canton, with
recommendation as to the best source and man.
ner Of obtaining water for the use Of the city.
Both reports adopted.
Committee on City Officers reported the Mayors
report for August as correct. Adopted.
Same Committee reported the Water Works
Trustees report as correct and recommended Its
publication, Adopted.
Committee on Water Works Department rec.
ommended that the City Solicitor with the assist.
ance Of VIM. R. Day, be instructed to defend the
city in the case Of Joseph Meyer vs. Water Works
Trustees for using water out OF Meyers lake.
Committee or City Property recommended the
repair of the roof of the city house ON Seventh st.
Report adopted and repairs ordered
MISCELLANEOUS.
Election Of officers of the Fire Police was con-
6rmed.
City Civil Engineer Holl reported a mistake in
the assessment for the South Market street i'm.
provement between the property OF John Patton
and James A. saxton. Referred to City Solicitor.
Street Commissioner was ordered to repair the
sewer at intersection OF Walnut and Seventh
streets.
The matter Of paving the sewer at the corner of
Walnut and Fifth streets was referred to the Com.
on Sewers and Drains. ...s as.
Matter Of repairing the Fulton road was refer
red to the Com. on Streets and Alleys.
Street Commissioner was instructed to clear W.
Tus street of stones and rubbish as far as the
work is completed
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

A MIsTAKE-The reportthat Mr., Thomas Brett
agent for the DiebOld Safe Company, had fight
with an exhibitor at the Youngstown fair about
the location Of their respective exhibits, is all
mistake Mr., Brett was absent at the time, but
the gentleman whom he had left In charge had
little difficulty, but no blows were INDUCED in.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
REMOVAL.

My blacksmith and shoeing shop has been re-
moved from the corner Of North Plum and Fourth
streets to the corner of 3rd and North Cherry
streets, the old Henry Harold stand which
have remodeled aud where l will be pleased to
fill orders for old and new patrons, Horse shoe'
ing made specially. Call and see me, Prices
moderate. JACOB MOTTER,
sep26.o Formerly Of Bechtel q Motter Cantoh'
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The Second Quarterly meeting for this confer.
ence year for the Evangelical Association will be
held in their church in this city on Sabbath, Oct
3rd Communion services on Sabbath at lO15 a.
m Rev. j. A, Grimm, Presiding Elder Of Pitts
burg District will OfiClate assisted by Rev. s. B.
Kring, preacher In charge. General Love Feast
will be held on Sabbath at p. M, and preaching
On Sabbath evening.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Michael Callahan the father of John Callahan
the Wooster murderer advertises that he will
make application to The Governor on or about
November lat for commutation OF the death
sentence to imprisonment for life IL the Penlten-
tiary The Wooster cout OF Common Pleas Of
Wayne county has adjourned until the 18th Of
october. when the case Of Sadder, accused OF
being an accomplice OF Callahan's In the mnTder
of T0rmie, will be Iried.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

F. G. Wilson, former bridge builder on the
Valley road, committed suicide at Akron last
Sunday. He went to corn field near Horix's
brewery, partially covered himself with corn
stalks aud then took ten cents worth Of morphine,
which he had purchased the previous Friday eve.
ming. His remains were taken to BlllOW'a
morgue to await an inquest
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The editor acknowledges the receipt Of compli.
mentaries to several county fairs, all OF which he
would like to attend had he the the time to
spare.-Ex.
wherewith and don't dodge the issue by pleading
lack Of tima
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The bridge across the canal near the feeder,
several miles south Of Akron. and which has been
pronounced unsafe, went down Monday after
noon. Samuel Gonger had his collar bone bro
ken besides sustaining other injuries Other par.
ties who were on the bridge were more or less
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

At the request of police officer the YoungB-
town WndtcGtOr published last week list Of the
suspicious characters Of that city so that the cii-
Eens might be on their guard How would 1t be
to publish similar list for CantonR We have
had so many cases of petty thievings and burgla-
ries of late that 1t would be interesting to know
just who to look out for.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Henry Amos brother OF Fish Billy" Amos
Of Massillon, while terribly drunk fell from his
fish wagon, in front OF the court house. last satur
day evening, and was picked up insensible. The
wound In his head was several inches long and
was sewed up by DR.. AFTER
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

bAVE YOUR LIGHT SUITS DYED.
O.Peter & Son, at 27 West Tuscara-
was street, are prepared to Dye light
sum mer suits to any shade to suit the
customer. All work warranted.
sep23 II c. PETER q SON.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

youngstown has a murder trial on band, the
Grand Jury Of Mahonlng county having found
indictments Of murder in the FIRST degree against
Howard L. and Homer HarroG, who in quarrel
with Marshal John Cone Of Garfield, shot and
killed him at that place on the 17lh Of last July
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The best Cigars, wholesale and
retail; Smoking and Chewing To-
baCCOs, in the city, are to be had
at VOlkmann's sign of the big
Indian" Democrat Building, Cam
ton, Ohio.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

celebrated lawyer said that the three most
troublesome clients he ever had were young
lady who wanted to be married, married Wo.
man who wanted a divorce, and an old maid
who didn't know what she wanted
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The Eclipse Boat Club, Of this city, give social
and dance at the Union Club rooms, on North
Market street, tomorrow evening. The Eclipse
club is one OF the finest organizations of young
men in this city, and their hop will no doubt bs q
very pleasant affair.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

DR.. j. M Weaver, of Wooster, surgeon at the
Dayton Soldiers Home was removed recently by
the board of managers and Dr.. Stephens Of Eaton,
appointed In his stead. No cause is assigned for
the removal
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The contract for the building Of the new Con-
notion depot on East Tuscarawas street, has been
let to Mr.. ]. R POyser The building will be en-
trely OF brick and stOne and will cost in the
neighborhoOd Of S95 900.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

A lady who breakfasts In white satin is one of
the sights at Saratoga, Although nothing regard.
ing her family is known, 1t is believed that her
father was hackman during the Knights Temp.
lar conclsve in Chicago,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
PILES NO CURE, NO PAY

Cure sure, Safe, Painless, No cutting or tying. No
detention from labor. Cure guaranteed every time
Charges moderate. Will be at the st. Cloud, Canton
every month as follows: July %, Aug. 20, Sept. 2
Oct. q, Nov, IS, Dec, 10, 1880. ..... ..
july824w THoS. J. KIsNER, M. D.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

fine farm in good state Of cultivation, fine
orchard, good buildings and excellent water, con-
talnlng l54 acres, situated 2K miles northeast Of
Massillon in Jackson township. For further par
ticulars enquire Of John Dumont on the premises,
or L. Dumont, Canton, 0hio.-Aug. 26 II.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

At the Deeraed fair last Saturday, Hon. E. N.
Johnson, assistant clerk in the Treasury Depart
ment at Washington, D. c., had his pocket picked
Of $3.50 and two notes for $3.50. About 10000 peo'
pie attended the fair,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
20 ACRES OF LAND FOR SALE.

The undersigned desires to sell her homestead
consisting Of 20 acres of well improved land
situated half mile south Of Louisville, Stark
county Chic On the premises are good build
ings and all necessary appurtenances, Call on or
address, RACHEL GRIsE, Louisville Ohio.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
FlnInnnn

Florence, Kansas, Sept 49, 1880.
A. AcGregor-Dear Sir; Please send me your
worthy paper for the amount enclosed, beginning
with the last issue. A, LESHER,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Atthe regular election Of the Fire Police the
following officers were elected Captain, Charles
schleglei LIST Lieutenant, W. s, Lerch; 2nd Lieu
tenant, Chas. Ceiling; Secretary, Julius Balm;
Treasurer Louis Dumont
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
H. O. STERL.

Louisville, Stark Co., O., Sept. 27, 1880.
Editor Democrat Enclosed please find one dol
lar, for which send me the DEMOCRAT for six
months, beginning with number of this week.
Yours, &C., NICHOLAS GRESER,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30
BILLS ALLOWED.

W. W. Clark in behalf Of residents on West
Tus. street requested that Mr., slpes be compelled
either to supply the block stone for the paving
faster, or have his contract annulled, as at the
rate he is going the work will not be completed
this winter. Mr.. sipes attention was called to
the fact that unless his work is completed with.
In the time specified in the contract that his
bondsmen will be held liable.
The controversy between the Safe Works and
the Peerless Reaper Works regarding the location
OF side track from the Valley railroad to the
Safe Works will be found in another column Of
this issue.
On motion adjourned.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The Commissioners of Richland county will
submit the question Of erecting a Children''
Home, at cost OF about $50 900, to the voters Of
that county at the October election.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The GreenbackerS were addressed by Messrs.
Lloyd and Jenkins, their respective candidates
for Secretary Of State and member Of Congress
from this district, from the Band stand last Sat
urday night
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The "Four Seasons" at the Opera House tonight
are we'll worthy OF visit
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Life Is full Of sorrows and dIsappolntments, but
the most sangulne hopes of all those who try DR..
Bulls Cough Syrup are always realized. 1t never
dlsappoints Price 25 cents.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

In Richville, Henry G. Miller has on hand com
plete line Of groceries, provisions, produce cigars
tobacco, beer and liquors. When near there don't
fail 10 call on him! f. A' sep2S owt
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

George Lewis, brakeman on the local had his
right hand badly mashed while coupling cars
Tuesday morning.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Msjor Frank Baird will address the Christian
Temperance Union, of New Berlin, on next Sun
day evening
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Work on the foundation Of the new water
works building has already begun. Mr.. Stephen
Wagner has the contract for the erection Of tho
building,
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Masslllon is to have a telephone exchange, as
thirty subscribers to it have already been obtain
ed. The Canton and Massillon exchanges will
be connected with each other.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The young man who has proposed and has mel.
ther been accepted nor rejected knows how ex.
citing 1t Is to live In doubtful state.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The barn of Mr.. o. H. Bachel, on Liber:y street
was damaged by fire to the extent Of about $50
last Saturday night The flames we're extnguish.
ed by the neighbors without the aid Of the fire
department
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

An excursion to the Plttsburg Exposition
passed through Canton this morning.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

This is time Of political straws-with politi
clan ct one end and something else at the other.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

Be sure ard attend the Fair at least one day
Music by the osnaburg and UniOntown bands to.
day and tomorrow.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

TRY for your loss of appetite and dyspepsia an
old and valuable remedial agent, Nichols & Cos
Bark and Iron.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The book.w worm sitteth hungrily down to the
table in the appendix
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

The bountiful hicEoy.nut crop Is claimed by
many as a sure indication Of The success Of the
Democracy.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1880-09-30

A new coal field has been opened westof Canal
Fulton Work at sinking shaft has begun and
a side track from the Mt Vernon road to the
shaft Is under way.