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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
Great Distress

is often suddenly experienced from an attack of
cramp in the stomach, collie or other painful
affections for the relief Of which nothing is SUI
perior TO DR.. Perce's Compound Extract of Smart
Weed, or Water Pepper, compounded from the
best French brandy, Jamaica ginger, smart
weed, or water-pepper, and anndyne gums Fox
diarrhea, dysentery, bloody -huX, cholera Vhor-
bus, lis warming, soothing astrngent AND heat
ing properties render it perfect specidL unsur.
passed as an anodyne and stimulating /embroca.
ton or linimsnt; should II be Kept in fami
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The Ottawa Bottle Company have elected the
following directors: w. II. Hull, VIM. Thomas
T. d. Catlin, J. r. Cameron, s. E. King. The
officers of the company are: W. II. Hull, pres
dent; c. D.. Trimble, secretary and treasurer
The capital has been increased to $1,000. The
frame of the building is up and brick laying in
progress
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Mr.. Felix Capsel, of the town of Waltham, was
found dead in his bed on Thursday morning last
having died of apoplexy during the night, though
he retired in good health to all appearances after
his days work He was a man of about as yeara
years of age, and leaves family of six children,
boys and girls, some of whom are young ladies,
and one son II years old. He left them a fine
farm of l4S acres but slightly encountered.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Prof. Bonnetreturned from Chicago yesterday
with his wife z take the leadership of the Ottawa
Liedertafel. h will also give lessons on all the
chief musical Instruments and in singing, and
comes here We recommended. Applications
should be madeto him or to the editor Of the
WocheEbldt.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Hark to the savage war-whoop! The Only
Tribe of Genuine Ute Chiefs and Braves will APP
pear in wild equestrian combat, in the grand
arena OF Sells Brothers Stupendous, Separate,
Electric lighted Circus, both afternoon and eve
ping, at Ottawa on Thursday Aug. ).
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Why the Republican persistently mistaes the
actual figures of Ottawa's population is one of
the mysteries. To put it at 7443 is absurd The
true figures for the city are 1885; for the combined
city and town of Ottawa, S3lS, as given by the
enumerators. When the RepuJhcan attempts
comparisons, they should be certain Of the facts
they devote column in. explanation Of
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Sells Brothers Quintuple Consolidation Of Le-
viathan Railroad Exhibitions is to all other shows
as Goliath to midget and positively the one
and only great show that will be here this season.
Do not forget or confound its day and date.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The clearing sale of summer goods still con
tinues at d. Heenan q Co.'S, and great bargains
are offered in every department of their large
stock.
of dry goods.
Will open this morning a handsome line Of
new fall styles of prints. Please call.
Respectfully, d. HEENAN & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Mr.. Standiford, the gentleman who runs the
Lodge" in Deer Park, adds to the attractions OF
the place in the evening when there is crowd
present by brilliant illumination. The scene
on such occasions is said to be indescrbably
grand The "scason " at the park is now at Its
height, and Examinations occur almost every
night.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
What tie cashier of the FRS. National Bank c
Troy, OhiS, saws:

Troy, O., December 30th, 1879.
The DIR. Btsanko Medicine Co., Pqua, o.:
Gentlemn-I was troubled with Rheumatism
last spring, in the acute form, so badly that
was unableto use my hand. Through the re-
commentators of my friends | was induced to
try your Rhumatic Cure, which Immediately be.
gan to sootle, comfort and alay the pain, and
in short tine | was relieved of this distressing
disease. tke great pleasure in recommending
this valuable remedy to those similarly afflicted
Yours respectfully, JNo. l.. MEREDITH.
Sold by &. Gehrng
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Parents making preparations for sending their
boys away to school should not forget to call at
NJ. Stiefe & Co.'s for boys clothing and all other
necessary supplies. They carry large line of
all these goods; and also complete line of
trunks of the best make, which they offer ut
manufacturers prices. 1t will pay all to call.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
COUNCIL. PROCEEDINGS.
Special Meeting.


TUESDAY EVENING, July 81, 1880.
Present-MayOr Nicholson, Aldermen Maher,
Blake, Phelps, Perkins, Leonard Heating, Hol-
locker, White, Griiiith-9; absent-Carew, MUIR
ply, Miller, Wilcox. Logan-5.
OTTAWA, H., July 20, 1880.
A. T. BARrEI.s Esq, city Clerk. DC:
You will please call a special meeting OF the
city council, to be held on Tuesday evening, the
27th day of July, A. ID. 1880, at seven and one
dinance or considering the question OF establish
ing grades for sidewalks In the business portion
of the city and for such other business as may
lawfully come before the council.
SAMUEL RICHoLsoN, Mayor.
The mayor presented the following ordinance:
SEQ. That the cry surveyor and the Committee on
Streets and Alleys shalhaye full power and authority to
and Whenever sidewalk is built either by the city or BY
any m S s ana @ % sha
lished by the City Surveyor and said Committee and no
the shs be @ OD'
: h1s
shet BY the said Surveyor and said on streets
the action 81 said Ssy surveyor and committee on Streets
same before the cy COUNCIL such 9becSr shall he Ills
her objection with The Mayor and II shall hereupon be the
5 I %s ps,.Se sH% %sei%s
Of the City Council such objections shall be to the
council for Its actonwheher the City Council will sustain
the decision OF said Surveyor and said Committee on Streets
and Alleys IN the establishment Of such grsde ana the de
con of said City Council shall hereupon be recorded and
shall be hna upon such question.
SEC: Every person not complying with said grade so
established shall be fined in not less than twenty-five
than hundred dollars, being notified to
comply with the and In like sum for each twenty
four hours thereafter that he she shall fail comply with
said grade be sued for in accordance with Chapter Thr
teen of the Revised Ordinances OF said city.
SEC This ordinance shall be In force from and after its
publication,
hereby approve of the above ordinance this 2h day Of
July A. y. 1850. SAMUEL NICHOLSON, Mayor.
The above ordinance was on motion OF Aid.
Phelps, carried, as follows: Ayes-Maher, Blake,
Phelps, Perkins, Leonard, Heating, Ho,lecker,
White, GIiffith-9; absent-5.
Aid. Perkins moved that the city surveyor es'
tabish grade running from Jerry Woods cor
ner running to the Opera House corner, one foot
and thirty -hundreths above the bottom Of the
gutter at said corner. Carried.
On motion of AID Phelps the street and alley
committee were instructed to use the gravel in
the street adjoining the city gravel bed.
On motion of Aid Perkins adjourned
ARTHUR T. BARTEIs, City Clerk.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
OTTAWA, ILL.,, SATURDAY, JULY 81. $780,
Our Birthday,

With this number the FREE TRADER begins
Volume Forty-one. We are old and good, but
not too proud to put on our books the extra 1000
names Of subscribers who should take this pa
per, at least during the campaign.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

On Wednesday last, Miss Louisa Thompson, OF
this city, daughter Of G.. l.. Thompson, Esq,
was married by Rev. r. L. Colwell Of Mendoza,
to Mr.. 8. b. Dix of Mendoza. The happy couple
left the city Wednesday afternoon for their home
in Mendoza.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
soldiers Reunion at Galesburr,

From Aug. I'd to Aug. 9th inclusive the c. B.
Q. r. r. Co. will sell excursion tickets to
ialesburg and return at fare and fifth. These
ickets will be good to return to include August
tn, 1880. T. H. MARVIN, Agent
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The only pair of Full-grown, Living Hippo.
potamuses will be exhibited in Sells Brothers
Millionaire Menagcrle and Circus, at Ottawa on
Thursday Aug. 3. See the greatest living won.
ders ever shown.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
OUR AGENTS.

THE FREE TRADER may be obtained at the following
aces by single copy subscriptions will be taken for
ylength Of time at the regular rates.
! q. WILEY, Seneca.
e. l. DoNAGHo, Streator.
! I. II. TRowBRIDGR, Marseiles.g
The paper is always file att office OF the Rock Island
r. Sc Clark ST.. under She House, Chicago for
enience of our friends.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The Improved Ruby Furnace, made by Fuller
Warren Il Co, Troy, N. Y, sold by Cowles &
Penny, Ottawa, Ills, successful since 1916, take:
the lead in 1880.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

That long needed improvement-the improve
ment, by grading, of Ottawa avenue is rapidly
approaching completion. When finished the
hard road will extend from the court house &c
the fair grounds.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Miss Mary Herford of this city, was married
on Sunday last to Miles j. Finlen, of ID. HeenaI
IL Co.'s, of Streator, by Father Bryne and Rev. O
H. Barnard. We extend congratulations.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The Great and Only Genuine Electric Light
will be exhibited, both afternoon and evening, al
Ottawa on Thursday, Aug. 5. Fail not to see IT.
-eclipsing, Heaven born splendors.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Al. Whtcraft of La Sale, was taken to the
county asylum on last Friday morning and died
there the same evening He was hard drink
ing man, OF about 35 years of age, and for the
last year or so had lived life OF misery.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The active Turner's gave a very fine exhibition
in gymnastics at their hall on last Monday eve
ming to very large audience. The hop follow
ing the exhibition was largely attended and con-
tnued until about O'Clock next morning.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

All the world says that Sells Brothers Million
aire Confederation of Stupendous Railroad Shows
is the greatest show in the world. Join in the
million rendered verdict, at Ottawa on Thurs
day, Aug. 5.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Call and see the great reductions in all sum-
mer goods to be sacrificed during the next ten
days at Forbes & Flick's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Behold in the procession of Sells Brothers
Worlds Fair OR Thursday, Aug. 5, the Colossal
$4,000 Aquarium and the Monster Den of the
Hippopotami; the largest vehicles ever made or
moved and great show alone.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

I The Rev. Sophie Glib, of Waverly Iowa, viii
breach to her old friends at the Brewer schoo
ouse, Sunday, July 3lst, at II A. NJ.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Mrs. Neit, of Sewark, die1 last week Of lock
jaw, having run rusty nail through her foot a
few days before She was C6 years old, and
mother of John Ind Frank Neff, of Marseilles.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Ask those Who have seen the Millionaire Con-
federation whit it is, and they will send you to
its Electric-lglted Monster Metropolis of Tents
at Ottawa on thursday, Aug s.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The republican caucus at Mendoza was a very
spirited affair, only the interference of mutual
friends preventing the leaders from having a seri
Gus row with fists. At Peru there was also a lit
tie row. "See how these repubs. love one an
otlerl'
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

James Robinson the Great will ride in Sells
Brothers Great Show at Ottawa on Thursday,
Aug. 5. If you have never seen the Emperor
Bareback Equestrian, come! If you have ever
seen him, you will be sure to come.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Miss Mary Finkler, daughter of Alex. Fnkler,
of this city, was married to Mr.. Andrew King, of
La Sale, on Monday evening last 1t was very
pleasant affair, and took place in La Sale
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The red ribbon hall at Norway, in this county,
ill be dedicated, with appropriate ceremonies,
N Saturday next.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The Earl Park races take place Aug. 1870
Purses aggregate $500 Mendoza date, Aug.
1913. Same amount in purses.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
The Churches.

There will be no preaching at the Baptist
hurch tomorrow. Sunday school at the usual
our.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
Little Giant Archery at Osman g. Hapeman

DR.. Marshall's Bromoline cleanses the blood
gives tone to the system, stimulates the liver an(
is radical cure for costiveness. Try it. Sole
by NJ. Kneussl.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Croquet, in great variety and at lowest prices
at Osman &Hapeman's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The best of ice cream always, remember, at NJ.
,Walther's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Pimples, blotcies and humors are very com
mon, and can 10 thoroughly cured with a few
bottles of DR.. Mashall's BromolIne. Sold by VI
kneussl
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
Y, Aug.

The most scTl--@>D--
against Gen. Hanc.Adam Jagozinski, of the
a brave Union soldienio row on Saturday
the South-during the n crow.bar nj Loot.
partisan press will circh bloody rough and
the Democratic States, OK '-N
Garfield good. No such cln
AGAINST Mr.. DeGolyer Garfield.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Genuine Brazilian pebble spectacles and eye
glasses in gold, celluloid and steel frames, at H.
II. Trask's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Thursday, Aug. 5, at Ottawa, is most positive
ly and unalterably the day of the greatest of all
shows
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

King sarbro's ory Genuine japanese Circus
Troupe in fabulonsand fearful feats. with Sells
Brothers Worlds Dir of Wonders, at Ottawa on
Thursday. Aug.5.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
Scott Bro. g. Co.

Have just received large lot of embroideries at
Be-, &C. &c, Sc, lOc 1219c l5c to zoe, superior quail.
ty and very cheap.
A fine assortment OF lace mitts, lace ties and
scarfs.
A large assortment Of real Llama lace shawls
will be on exhibition to-day and throughout next
week, from 81 to 500. These are the best value
we have ever received. An inspection inuited.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

STEEL BARRED WIRE, wholesale and retail
prices, can't be beat at F. d. Sweeter & Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

5000 to loan at per cent. interest on farm
lands. SHERMAN LELAND.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

"Dutch Girl" 4 Ottawa, runs to-day against a
colt of Martin Hy ils, at the Morris fair grounds
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

All goods purchased at r. II. Trask's engraved
free of charge by the best designer and engraver
in the city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Read all Sells Brothers advertisements care
lilly, which prove that they do all they advertise.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Sells Brothers 100000 Herd of Elephants
more than were ever before seen in parade-wl
be exhibited free at Ottawa on Thursday, Aug. ).
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Herd of Six Performing Colorado Cattle, butt
will see them ct Ottawa on Thursday, Aug. 5.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Don't fail to see the Little Giant Archery at
Osman IL Hapeman's.,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Note that James Robinson the Great rides at
and 9P. NJ at Ottawa on Thursday, Aug. 5.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The Wenona FAR takes place Sept. 27to Oct, l.
Some 1852 are offered in premiums.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

$4,000 to loan on farm lands in La Sale coun
tn. SHERMAN LELAND.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
THE COURTS.
The Circuit Court.


On Wednesday and Thursday efforts were made
by Jos. Hollywood and Chas. Williams, tramps
sentenced for vagrancy,to obtain release through
habeas corpus, alleging irregularity Of proceed
ings. The hearing has not yet been had. On
yesterday Emma Miller, Of streator, applied for
similar writ to obtain possession of her child
from Benz. G. Miller, alleging his cruelty Hear
ing.
Judgments-Peter Schmidt V. Anton Reek,
admr. OF Peter Reek by agt., sol. 80; John F.
Clark ct al. v. Joseph Sable, $50. 63.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

ye, harmless and efficient is American Ball
WA Housewives who have once tried it will
tetteNther. All grocers have it. jul
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The La Sale Guards have voted to attend the
Joliet encampment, Sept. 10.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

have bepg is allowed in Sells Brothers vast
OF the sam games of chance upon its grounds.
gives us Nser importuned nor swindled al
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The Earlvile creamery is using an average o
1900 pounds Of milk per day.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

i The council meets next Tuesday night.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

The greenbackers' convention meets in Ottawa
on Aug. 18th.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

Marseilles Is tlking of organizing a rowing
club.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

100000 Worth of Supremacy Grqk and Glori.
Gus Show for absolutely nothing IN The public
streets at Ottawa Thursday, Aug. /.
The Hancock-English club OF Norris turned
out in uniform, 100 strong, on Thursday night.
A telegram says: "The Young Democracy held
meeting in front OF the courJ house, whore
Perry Armstrong, Morris, and u A. O'Denald,
Joliet aGd-essed an audience of IN 20o0 people.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31
Around the Court House.
The following were this week granted license
to marry:

to marry:
Willis T. Gibson and Eliza j. Dodge
Andrew Kings and Mary A. Fnkler
Adam Morrison and Mary Welch
Fred NJ. V. Berg and NJ. Lies.
H. T. Wicks and Julia +. Nelson.
Miles J. Finlen and Mary Hurford.
Levi II. Norton and Henrietta Frank.
Edwin A. Houston and Ellen w. Aitkin
Sam1 P. Dix and Louise Thompson.
VIM. II. Stone and Abbie b. Parker.
Chas. Leonard and Eugene OHara.
Edward p. Dimmick and Sarah A. Vancie
THE JAIL.
On Tuesday evening Peter Wilsk, of La Sale
was arrested, charged with scducing his step
daughter II years of age. The case was heard
in La Sale
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1880-07-31

TUESDAY EVENING, July q, 1880.
| Present-Mayor Nicholson, Aldermen Maher
Blake, Phelps, Perkins, Leonard, Heating, Hol
locker, White, Griflth-9; absent-Carew, Muir
! nhy Miller WilcnY Innan-S
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1880-12-23
At The Advocate GMne.

MAIN STREET, OVER POWELL &
KIME's STORE.
May be found:
Nolepaper, billet note, octave note,
foolscap, legal cap, letter paper; invi-
tations and notepaper l00 sheets of
paper and 100 envelopes in a box all
for one dollar.
Scrap pictures in endless variety.
Autograph albums, Il beautiful lot,
ut low figures.
Fancy notepape and envelopes in
handsome boxes.
Silver perforated cardboard.
Black bristol board, and other cOlors
for cornucopias and other fancy work.
Shelf paper, the neatrst thing out
for pantry shelves, clock shelves, and
all other kind of shelves. This paper
is machine made, and we sell any
quantity from one sheet to 50 gross.
New Year cards. 1t will pay you ia
see our stock,
Shakespeare, Byron, or SCOTS
poetical works complete for Sl.00, 4
beautiful present for lady fr' nd, al
THE ADVOCATE Office.
Don't forget to call and see our scral
pictures.
Also beautiful line of Christina
cards just received.
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1880-12-23
ChrIstmas IN Itlagmar Borough.

AS usual the citizens of this place
are making great preparation to cele-
brate the festival of Christmas
On Christmas Eve the knights of
Honor give their grand masquerade
ball at the Opers House.
The Cougregatonalists have . tree
at the school house, the same evening.
The Lutherans also have y tree st
their church on Christmas Eve
Grace Church will be illuminated
on the Eve of Christmas and u tree Get
up in the midst Of the congregation.
The Presbyterians eill have a sup
per at Horace Littles residence on
Christmas Eve
The Nethodists have their tree in
the church Christmas night.
a great many pairs of little stock
ings will be hung up and the owners
amply paid by their fullness for year
of anticipation. After all it seems to
us that more real enjoyment is bad
around the fireside at home both
by parents and children in the old
fashioned way OF hanging UP the
stocking, than in AL the silded snd
lighted parade OF . church Chistnas
tree. Away with your church shows,
that oftines bring keen disappointment
to many little hearts, and let's all hang
up tie stocking of blessed memory,
for around its ss'iDciatinns cIiG. the
brightest recollectiois Oi childhoud'a
The Elk County advocate. [volume] (Ridgway, Pa.) 1868-1883, 1880-12-23
Com MITrEE.

Extra Select Oysters at Aaron's.
Fancy box paper at THE ADvo-
CATE office.
--roy books. family bibles, Web.
,,er's Unabridged Dictionarys at the
Union tore.
-;,ou,ptny II dance on New Yea
E.p NuSic by Mrhl'S string hand OF
Erie. Al are invited.
a fine line o. fancy note paper in
boxes 1t TIL! ADVOCATE office. The
newest stviV- out \ $50 II line of sam
plr- for New Year cards that can't be
beat
-rnpr, will be IL Christmas tree in
the NJ. f. church on Saturday even
ing. December 18th, 1889 All person :
wishing 10 maze presents to their
friends. are invited to use the tree for
that purpose.
-Importcd Canary Birds, warranted
good -ingerS (very appropriate iOr II
Christmas present.. Goldfinchcs. and
Red BirtS at Mrs. Jacnh BuItertusI
over r. |. .Campnrll's store. These birds
are very fine. Call and see them.
Buy your Oysters for The Ho idays
at Aaron's for sale 10y quart, gallon or
tubs from three to five gallons each.
Al goods fresh and OF superior quail
ity. Also oysters by the dish, raw or
cooked.