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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

On, WHAT A CouGu VIII you heed the
warning. The signal perhaps of the sure
approach of that more terrible disease Com
sumption. Ask yourself if you can for the
sake Of saving 80 cts, TO run the risk and do
nothing for it. We know from experience
that Shilohs Cure will cure your Cough. 1t
never fails. This explains why more than
year. 1t relieves Group, and Whooping
Cough, at once. Mothers do not be without
it. For Lame Back, Side OF Chest, use Shi-
loh's Porous Plaster. Sold by Geo W Ben
ford, Druggist, Somerset Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
MARRIED.

the residence of Mr.. II. Weimer, Milford
township, by A. Evans, Esq. Mr.. Elias
Hechler TO Miss. Henrietta Weimer both of
Somerset county.
EY-MORRISoN.-N 4. 1851,
by the same, Mr.. Frank Stuckey, of Falls
City, Fayette County, Pa, to Miss Sadie
Morrison, of Somerset County, Pa.
HOOVER - CRITCHFIELD-0n Satur-
day evening last, at the close of service, in
the Sanner church, by Rev. ]. b. shoup,
Ed. Hoover, to N. +. Critchficld both OF
this county.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

There were" says the Pittsburgh Ioa of
Monday, zone hundred and fifteen cases of
smallpox in this city on Saturday noon,
and ffly-three more patients in the munich
pal hospital. There were ninety deaths
from the disease during November. Twen-
tv-threc new cases of the disease were devel-
oped in Allegheny during the twenty-four
hours preceding p. NJ. saturday.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Upon the vote being announced one OF
the gentlemen who voted aye "sprang to
his feet and moved that those in favor of
banquet should adjourn 10 Koontz's office
forthwith. Ii was quietly suggested that if
the gentlemen would wait moment until
the meeting was adjourned they could have
the use of the Arbitration Room. On mo-
iton, the meeting then adjourned 1t is but
just to the members of the Bar who voted
against the resolution say that their reason
for so doing was that they could not endorse
Judge Hall as Judge; and that his course
as a politician did no. enter into the matter
as has been alleged
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

TEACHERS INsTirrTE-Attention Teachers.
Teachers and others attending the Institute
must not forget that the place to buy Books
of all kinds, Reward Cards, Albums and all
kinds of goods kept in first-class Book
Store is at Chas. II. Fishers Book Store in
Cook & Beerits Block.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Through the misunderstanding of circu-
lar. q report has been put In circulation that
on and after the first Of January the Penn
sylvania railroad ~ould charge four instead
of three cents per mile on all first-class tick
cts. The meaning of the circular is that no
frst-class tickets will be sold for less than
four cents. All tickets, therefore, that cost
three cents heretofore, where stations were
less than one mile apart, will, after the date
mentioned, be sold for four cents,
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Tux New YORK TRIsuSE.-The enormous
circulation attained by the New York Tn
buse attests its remarkable popularity. 1t
stands to-day in the very front rank oil
American newspapers. This position has
been won, in the teeth of the sharpest news
paper rivalry, by its enterprise in its news
department, by the able and brilliant char
acter of its editorials, and by its unwavering
devotion to Republican principles. Its pros
pectus for 1852, and its great premium offers,
will be found in another column.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

The laipbertsyiIle Brass Band propose to
give grand musical concert in the Luther
an church. at Lambertsville, on Friday ard
Saturday evenings, December Both and 3lst.
The program is varied one. and the Gem
mittee say it will be highly enjoyable and
entertaining. Admission Is cents. Child
rem, 40 cents Reserved seats, 25 cents.
Doors open at O'Clock.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
FOR BOYS.

Horns, rattles, balls, horses /,
sheep, animals, tool chest ),
mouth organs, banks, rabbit S,
bells, gloves, mittens, ties, CT j.
lars, purses, rings, jewel ry,
comforts, cuff-buttons, wat CHI
chains, charms, rings, etc., .etc.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

To our knowledge, outside of the Mason
family there is not another case of smallpox
in this vicinity. Great care has been taken
in these cases to prevent the loathsome dis
ease from spreading, and it is thought that
there is bnt little danger of its doing SO.
Still every prccaution shonld he taken
ogainSt Il
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
GIFT BOOKS FOR THE HOLIDAYS.

At the rooms Of VIM. H Welhey may be
found a magnificent assortment of Books in
all departments of literature, which will be
sold at very low prices The stock Of Chill
drens' Books is very large and offers wide
range of choice. Also large lot of Pictures
in handsome frames, Panel Pictures. Frames,
etc. Call and see these goods before max
ing your Christmas purchases.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

We have speedy and positive Cure, for
Cartarrh, Diphtheria, Canker mouth and
Head Ache, in SHILOH'S CATARRH
REMEDY. a nasal Injector free with each
bottle. Use it if you desire health and
sweet breath. Price so cts. Sold by Geo
w. Benford, Druggist, Somerset. Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A negro named Smith, hailing from Som
erset county, wandered about the streets on
"Wednesday, complaining Of being sick. His
general appearance was that of a man taking
small poH. DIR. Singer, who happened TO
run across him, made an examination and
pronounced il veritable case Of smallpox.
The negro, fearful Of being taken 10 a pest
house. left FOR parts conneiaizle
E.slrfer
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

The manner Of Jerry McKibbins death at
St. Joseph was as follows: He was walking
in the corridor of his hotel with Colonel A.
c. Dawes, to whom he remarked that he
had not slept the night before and that he
would have 10 sit down. He sat down beavi-
ly his head falling on his chest. He was
carried TO his room, and without uttering a
word died in a few minutes.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
TO OUR PATRONS.

Between this aud the lst of January we
will send bills to those Of our subscribers
who are indebted to MS Cor number Of
wears subscription, and request that imme-
diaie payment be made. All old accounts
must be settled without further notice.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

For SALE--David J. kaufman offers a
valuable house and lot for sale in Somerset
borough. The house contains seven rooms
and celler, and is very pleasantly located.
For further information call on or address
his agent, ]. II. Fritz, at Somerset, Pa,
Terms reasonable.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Mr. Guiteau is determined that his trial
shall be signalized by the eminence of some
of the witnesses. President Arthur has been
subpenaed. and Mr.. Davis, President OF the
Senate, and Mr.. Randall, late Speaker of the
House, have already been ON the stand, tor
scther with other distinguished people
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A rather singular accident occurred SUN
day evening to lady whose home is in
Pittsburgh, but who was visiting family
named Fox, residing about one-half mile
west OF Latrobe. She was sitting in the par
lor when'a boy accidentally threw ball
through a window, knocking a piece OF
glass into her left eye, entirely destroying
the sight of that optic. \ rather singular
fact concerning the above is that although
the particle of glass was buried deep into
the eyeball, The lady suffered no pain what
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

In our last issue we spoke of the entire
Mason family being afflicted with small
pox. Since then two of the children have
died. Mrs Mason is said 10 have almost
entirely recovered, and the other two child
rem are slowly convalescing. Atthe time OF
Mr.. Mason's death, Mr.. Henry Lape, who
lives close by, took the mother and children
into his house Last Monday Mr.. Lape was
taken with the disease in its most malignant
form and died Friday night. His remains
were inferred Saturday by his wife and her
daughter and the attending physician. pr
Blubaker.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

DR. J. II. Shumakcr, principal ofthe shu-
maker Academy, Chambersb,rrg, Pa, will
be present during tlle entire week of the
Teachers' Institute, and will give instruc-
tons pertaining TO practical school work
We attended school for several years at the
above named institution and know DIR. Shu,
make to be one of the most thorough and
competent instructors in the State. That
our teachers will be greatly pleased with
him and benefited by his instruction We
have no doubt.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

NOW FOR THE HOLIDAYS. Candies
by the stick, by the pound, by the hundred,
or by the ton, together with large selection
of toys and toy candies, nuts, and tropical
fruits. We are prepared to job as well as
retail at reasonable prices. Respectfully
Cook & BEERrTs.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

The borough authorizes have issued a cir
eular calling upon all of our citizens who
have children to have them yaccinated at
once, and offering to pay for those who are
too poor 10 pay for themselves. This is an
important matter and should be attended to
nrornntlV By every one
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

J. B. snyder wants il itdistinctly understood
that the Pocket and Butcher Knives he adj
vertised last week are not intended to carve
your Christmas turkey with, but that If you
want to carve the fowl he viii sell you the
best Carving Knife in the market TO do it
with r.ee.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A MERRY CHRISTMAS on THE b. & o.
The b. & o., management has, with char
acteristic good feeling toward its patrons
along the line, determined tina, they shall
have merry time on the road during the
holidays. To this end the low rate of two
cents per mile is announced from any sta
ton 10 any station ON the main line, branch
e. or divisions. In other words, these low
rate tL.Eets will be placed on sale ON Dec.
2ith and will continue on sale until and in
cluding Jan. 2d. They viii cover all points
reached direc: by the u. & o., and will be
good on all trains that make the stops.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

We understand that Sherifl-elect Spangler
has selected Mr.. Aaron Dickev. ex-Register
and Recorder, for his deputy. The selection
is a good one, and one that win greatly
please the friends of both gentlemen.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

We learn that the boys of New Centrcvifle
have organized brass band. TO be known
As the New centreville Garret Band. The
instruments have already arrived, and the
members feel grateful to the citizens who
helped TO raise The necessary funds. Prof
W. {. Steward is their teacher. Mr.. Peter
Pile deserves much honor and credit for
getting the funds for the band. Long
may he live.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

It's ar old saying that green Christmas
makes Eat graveyard" which is interpret
ed to mean that the absence of seasonable
winter weather about that time will be q bad
arrangement in so far as the health Of the
community is concerned. Aside from this
view Of the case the average citizen would
prefer to see lots of snow and good sleighing
during the holidays. so that some life might
be infused into the outside panorama.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A pMINIsTRAToR's NOTICE.

Estsie Of John weible, late Of Paint Township
Somerset Co., Pa. deed.
Letters Of administration on the above este
having been granted to the undersigned, hy tho
proper authority notice Is hereby given ~ 1sDs o.J
indshted 10 IL to make immediate payment anu
those having claims or demands viii present taeln
iulv authenticated Tor settlement. on friuas.
December y, 1851. at the house OF Joi'~'i''"
Wesble In said township
Nov Administrator Of John "eio'e' us'
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Clean up. clean up, everybody. Diphthe-
ria, scarlet fever and smallpox are prevail
ing in many places, and only cleanliness,
careful diet and temperate living can pre-
vent them becoming epidemic here. The
streets, the cellars, the cutters and holes,
and all places where there isgarbage or filth
ofany kind, shopld be thoroughly cleaned
ont. All slecaying vegetable matter should
be promptly removed and disinfestants
Literally used let Is be xise IN tiEae.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

The members of the country debating So
cieties that decided hast winter that capital
punishment should be abolished, must feel
greatly discouraged when they reflect that
nearly one hundred hanginGs have taken
Mace in this country since their decision.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

We call the attention Of our readers 10 the
yalual'. farm offered for sale by Mr.. David
Deihrrt. This il one of the best farms about
Johustown. Mr.. Deibert last year having
sol. -. 500 worth of produce off Of II.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

The holiday advertisement of the enter
prising, wide-awake business man Will al
ways be found IN the town paper at this
season ofthc year. lie knows that few
dollars invested in printers ink will bring
large returns.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Tickets for Theodore rilton'- lecture, sub
ject. eThc Worlds Tomorrow, TO be dely-
cred during the Teachers Institute, in the
Court House, Thursday evening, December
Goth, 1881. are now offered for sale at Boyis
Drug Store, Somerset, and by +. II. Werner,
Meyersdale. Persons from other sections Of
the county can secure tickets by addressing
me at Gebhart's, Pa. Admission, 40 cents.
Reserved seats. 60 cents. J. G. WELLER,
County Superintendent
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
FOR GENTLEME1N.

Watch-chains. watch-cha rms,
cuff buttons, gold rings, cloth
gloves, kid gloves, buck gloves,
fur-trimmed gloves, neck ties,
scarfs, linen collars, cuffs and
shirts, comforts, white, silk and
linen hem-stitch handker :hiefs,
fancy border linen harldker-
chiefs, silk handkerchiefs at all
prices, very cheap, slipper pat
terms, wool mittens, scarf pins,
etc, etc.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

We call attention to the prospectus in an
other column, of the Philadelphia Times, one
of the brightest journals in the State. 1t is
a real live newspaper. and no mistake.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
4 pMINIsTRATOR's NOTICE.

Letters OF administration having hesn granted
to NE by the proper authority on the estate of
John Mason, deco, late Of Sorcrsef township.
somerset county, Pa. Notice is hereby given 70
all parties knowing thensclTea iafeSted 70 said
dececent 20 make Imfn"il %. psymeat thereof,
and TO All parties holding claims against - 81 de-
cedent % present TIE same duly authenticated
for allowance.
L.C. COLBORN.
De. II afrnfrfsf-atrr
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

r. 2. climrnins Post. No. 2lo, G.. A. r.,
elected the following officers to serve for the
ensuing year: Post Commander, K. Il. San
ner; s. Y. C., John Bills; J. V. C., e. r.
Rhoads; o. d., c. J. Harrison q. NJ, A.
c. Davis; o. s., 4. Faith. Council of Ad-
Col. ]. Il. Edie. c. J. Harri-
son and w. II. Sanner. Delegates to De
partment EncamPment. A. C. Davis and r.
u Snnner
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A Massachusetts barber who kissed his
sleeping wife and then deliberately killed
her, admits that he was inspired The
disease is spreading
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

In speaking of the sale of Mr.. Samuel
Fox's farm in last weeks HERALD We made
a slight mistake. The price paid Mr.. Fox
was s. 900 instead of $1,000, as stated last
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

1t is worth more to see the display of
Holiday Goods at Mrs. A. Z. uhl's than to
see the fair, yet it costs nothing Go and
see for yourself
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Il Is said the Star of Bethlehem, which
was last seen in 1878, can now be seen in the
eastern heavens early in the morning. 1t
will no; be seen again for three hundred
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Mr.. Amos knepper last week purchased
from Mr.. Edmund kienan the old Sanner
lot. on the southeast corner of the Diamond,
for which lac paid $1,000.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

As little son of Mr.. August Troups was
coming up Main street, on his way to school
Monday morning, q large dog that was ly-
ing under a farmers wagon flew at him
and bit him severely in the arm, tearing the
sleeve and lacerating the arm terribly, the
little fellow gave no outer sign OF the in
tense pain he mus; have been suffering bat
proceeded TO school. When the teacher saw
how severely he had been hurt she sent
him to Doctor Brubaker, in charge of one
the larger boys. who dressed the wound,
when the little spartan again returned 70
school.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
A DEMONSTRATORS NOTICE.

Estate OF Catharine Geiger, late Of Somerset Tp..
deed
Letters Of administration On the above estate
having been granted to the undersigned By the
proper authority, notice Is hereby given % those
Indebted TO the Eaid estate to make Immediate
payment, and those having claims or demands
againstit TO present them duly authenticated lo-
settlement on Friday the 18th OF January ISL -
the late residence ofthe deceased.
ELI BOWMAN.
norr0 Administratcr.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A truthful exchange says that "silver dol
lars with holes in them are painfully numer-
ous, but they are not halfsopainfully numer-
ous as holes withou; any silverdollars around
ti.r,,
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
Erdau. December 3O. Isl.
A DMINIsTRAToR's NoTICE.

Estate OF Jacob SayIor, late OF Concmaugh town
ship. deceased.
Letters Of administration on the above estate
having been granted TO the undersigned, BY
the proper authority, notice is hereby given
20 those indebted 10 il TO make immediate pay
ment, and those having claims or demands VIII
please present them duly authenticated for set
flement at the late home If the deceased on Sat
JACOB s. SAYLOR.
SAMUEL SPIGLE.
nov 20 Administrators.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

IHAvE THE FINEST STOCK OF HOL-
IDAY GOODS EVER SHOWN IN SOMER-
SET COUNTY, INCLUDING SOMETHING
TO SUIT EVERYBODY AND EVERY
BODIES PURSE AT
MRS A r THJ.c
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A CHEAP FARM FOR SALE.-A small farm
of 60 acres, good house and small barn, one
mile from Railroad, on Mud Pike. Very
cheap. Terms easy. Possession given inn
mediatelv. Inquire at
Cnr--r ~
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

MIR A. j. Iull. of the Somerset Dairy Co.,
returned from three weeks visit to his for
mcr home in New York, Friday.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

YARN FOR COMFORTS AND HOODS
IN ALL CoLoRs AT
MRS A. L UUt'S.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

The public schools of the borough were
dismissed to-day for their holiday vacation.
There will be no school until after New
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Foa sAlE or RENr.--. have four houses
aad Lots ia Iayansyslle. which will sell or
rent on reasonable terms Possession given
on the LIST Of April next. Come aud see.
Dawn LsvAS.
Layansyille. Dec. 1881. 81
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A great variety of Silk Handkercliefs al
all prices. will be sold very cheap.
MRs. A. T.. UnL.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Books for the Holidays at C. \. Boyd's.
The incest Albums in town are at c. y.
Boyd's.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

Jury Commissioners Winters and Knable
completed their task Of filling the jury
wheel for 1882, Monday morning.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

For SALE or RENT.-The Somerset Steam
Grist Mill for sale or rent; also Patent Port
able Flour Mill. For information call on
or address
J. III. ZIMMERMAN,
Somerset Pa
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A large barn q: keystone Mines, on the
farm of Geo. F. Bacr, Esq, was entirely con-
sumed by fire about 8 o'clock on Sunday
night. Our informant, Mr.. Tayman, says
thai there is no clue as TO how the fire origi-
mated. At the time ofthe fire there were in
the barn twelve head of horses and mules,
ten head of which were the property of the
Keystone Company and two the property of
Mr.. Geo. f. Baer. \ large lot of new and
improved tarm machinery, 100 tons of hay,
1900 bushels of oats and over 800 bushels of
wheat, together with a large lot of other
farm produce, Were entirely destroyed. The
loss is between $4,000 and 81, ,ooo, on which
Judge Baer thinks that neither the company
or his brother had any insurance.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

There were Coz persons took passage on
Agent Patton's excursion train 10 Johns
town, Friday.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

A splendid Christmas Gift for some one.
Call and see ]. III. Pisel's Dolmans. Finely
trimmed. For sale cheap.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21
A UDIToR,s NOTICE.

Estate of John Posrbaugh, deed.
The undersigned having been appointed auditor
to distribute the funds in the handso OF Samuel s
Matthias Poorbaugn. Administrators Of said decd.
TO and among those legally entitled thereto. will
attend to the duties Of said appointment. At his
office in Somerset, Thursday, January 9th, lss-i,
when ali parties interested may attend.
GEO. z. SCULL,
decai Auditor.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1881-12-21

10 our subscribers one and all, we wish
a very merry Christmas, and many happy
returns Of the day.