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Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
PASSED THE HOUSE.

The lower House of Congress, last
week, passed a Congressional appor-
tionment bill, fixing the number OF
members for future Congress at 325. 1t
is thought the Senate will agree to
this bill 1t gives one of an increase
to Pennsylvania, making the number
of her members, for the next ten years,
% instead of 27. This will require
this State to be redistricted into new
districts. Unless there is special ses-
sion of the Legislature this redistrict-
ing cannot be done until at next win.
ter's regular session. Considering the
nature of the work, and the time and
care that it is necessary to bestow up
on it, some are of the opinion that it
could be best done at special session
of the Legislature, and therefore favor
one being called. If this is not done
the elections for Congressman this
year will take place in the districts as
at present formed, and the additional
one obtained by the new apportion-
ment be elected at large, being by the
voters of the whole State.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

before that body will probably be that
of calling the county convention before
the tenth of May, and giving into Its
hands the naming Of delegates to the
State Convention. For many years it
was customary to elect the delegates
to the State convention in the county
convention. The latter being the
larger body and nearer to the people is
more likely to know and represent their
wishes Besides this the names OF
candidates for State officers are known
at the time the county convention
meets and the people can instruct their
delegates to vote for those to the State
convention who represent the men
they want, whereas, when the com.
mitteemen are chosen the people have
no means of knowing who will be the
aspirants for Office year ahead, and Il
they did know, have no vehicle OF ex'
preston by which to make those wish
es heard. Therefore, however honest
| ly a committeeman may desire to fol
low the sentiments of his constituents
be has no guide. But viewed in any
aspect, there seems to be NO reasona
BILE objection to naming the delegates
in the County Convention. A day
determined upon shortly before May
tenth for calling that body together cal
do no harm to any one. An opportu
nifty will both be given the people t.
learn the antecedents of those askinl
state Offices, as well as the bias of thos.
asking to be sent as delegates. 1t will
also give our local candidates enougl
but not too much time to present thel
claims to Office. A State Convention
should follow all the County Conyen
vention of that State. If, there
fore, May tenth is not too earl.
| for the State Convention, May eighth
or any slightly earlier date. is not to
early for an expression of the voters 9
each county.
| On the whole, it strikes US as an EN-
inently wise measure, and we hope t
see the proposition fsyorably acte
upon by the County Committss,-Ms'
Ger Republican, Feb II.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Franklin Township, No. 8.

EDITORS CITIZEN Having sent
my last months report to you for pub
lication, which was promptly and ac-
ceptably done, 1 shall ask you, if it be
in accordance with your pleasure, to
give me space for the third months re-
port. By asking you to publish these,
hope l am not trespassing upon space
that has otherwise been appropriated.
To the public in general, these reports,
l suppose, will not have any interest !;
but there are those whom they do con-
cern. By some means or other, the
report is current that there were only
fifteen pupils in attendance the last
month. If any person is interested
enough to know the truth, let him
or her read carefully the last re-
port, as it was published, and he or
she will find 80 names thereon enroll
ed. In justice to myself and to the
school, 1 make the above statement,
hoping that it may check the might-be
injurious report. The following is the
attendance for the past month ending
February 18th: Edward English,
Harry Crime, Seward Hays, Charley
Neely, Harry English, John Wilson,
Howard English, Alex. Sickle, Matte
English, Mollie English, Ella Forres-
ter, Lizzie Sickle, Chattie Sickle,
Jennie Forester, missed no days !;
Judson English, Westley Nicely, Josie
Warren, Lizzie English, Susie Eng
lish, missed one day Willie. Neely,
Adaline Neely, Ada McKinnis, missed
two days; Robert Neely, Sadie English,
Iva McKinnis, Annie McKinnis, miss
ed three days; Lydia Lepley, missed
four days; Carl Campbell, George
Neely, Annie Neely, missed five days
Frank McKinnis, missed six days
Oliver Sickle, missed nine days.
Owing to the inclement weather, and
the ills and chills which follow as a
natural consequence, the attendance
was not 80 good as previous month.
The following shows the percentage Of
the advanced spelling class: Edward
English, 90; Robert Neely, 95
Westley Neely, "a; Charlie Neely, 90;
Harry Crime, 9l; Harry English, "a
John Wilson, 90; Seward Hays, "a
Oliver Sickle, SS; Alex. Sickle, SO
Adaline Neely, 81 Jennie Forester,
81 Lydia Lepley, 90; Ella Forester,
90; Sadie English. 95 Iva McKinnis,
90; Annie McKinnis, "a. Whole
of words, 1850
j. P. w.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

ANorHER amendment to the Consti.
tuition was proposed in the House re-
Gently by Mr.. Bayne, ofPittsburgh. II
Il to the effect that postmasters and Ger.
tain other officers be elected at the pop
ular election by the people. This
would be sad thing for certain politi
clans. who succeed in retaining theiI
positions and power, not 80 much on
account of any service they render the
people, but by the influence and
strength they purchase by securing ap
pointments for their supporters and
hench-men.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
LAST SAD RITES.

On Thursday morning last the re-
mains of the Hon. Samuel A. Pur-
viance were laid to rest in Bellevue
cemetery, Allegheny city, Pa. The
interment was private, but several
prominent citizens, from different parts
of the State, and large number ol
relatives and friends of the deceased,
assembled at his residence in order to
be present at the funeral services. The
pail bearers were Judge Ewing, Judge
Collier, William Kirkpatrick, John NJ.
Sullivan, Thomas NJ Marshall, of AL.
legheny county, and Dr. A. W. Craw.
ford. of this county.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
GARFIELD MONUMENT.

The Savings Bank, of this place, has
been requested to receive subscriptions
to the Garfield Monument Fund. Books
are now open at the bank for that pur-
pose. The erection of this National
tribute to the memory of President
Garfield is under the care of the society
of the Army of the Cumberland and it
appeals to all comrades and citizens
for aid. To perpetuate the memory Of
Garfield is most patriotic undertak.
ing. Large or small contributions will
be received at the Savings Bank.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Rules for Agricultural SOcie-
ties Adopted at the Late Con.
VentiOn at Franklin Pa.


A meeting was called several months
ago by the agricultural societies of this
section to meet in Franklin, February
18TH Each society was to be repre-
sented by two delegates These dele
gates were to pass upon series
OF resolutions and rules which have
the already been discussed by diff
ferent societies, and to adopt such
series as all the societies could
work under The meeting was called
to order at two p m. in the parlor of
the Exchange hotel
j. NJ Carnahan, of the Mercer coun-
ty society, was elected president and
W. A. Logan, of the French Greek
Valley association, secretary.
Seven associations were represented
by delegates as follows: Frenchcreek
valley, Oil creek valley, Butler county,
Venango county, Shenango valley,
Armstrong county and Mercer county
associations. The delegates proceeded
to work in business like way and as
result of their labor decided upon the
following rules 10 be binding on the
different associations, subject to the
approval of each:
First-That no passes shall be issu-
ed during the fair.
Second-That the issuing of compli-
mentary tickets be left to the discretion
of the different boards of directors.
Third-That the issuing of premi-
ums for trials of speed shall be left to
the executive committee.
Fourth-That liberal premiums be
offered for articles of home manufac-
| ture, but that no article shall be award
ed . premium after taking two first
premiums at any previous fairs of the
society,
Fifth-That each society secure com.
petent judges from abroad to judge the
classes of horses, cattle sheep, swine
and poultry.
| Sixth-That no gambling or intoxi
eating liquor be allowed on the eground
| Seventh-That all sweepstake class
es be dropped from the list,
| Eighth-That no premium be award
ed to male cattle in the classes of cross
es or grades.
Ninth-That the entry books clos'
at nine p. m. on the first day OF the
fair.
Tenth-That no article of stocl
shall be removed from the grounds un
til p. m on the last day, unless per
mission be given by the president.
Eleventh-That one general poste
he printed and used by all the associa
tions on the circuit.
elfth-That premium be Offered
for herd of ten cattle, to contain ON
bull, in each distinctive breed.
Thirteenth-That premium be OF
fered for milch cows for yield of mil
and butter, a sworn statement of yiel(
in butter and milk for fifteen days pre-
ceding fair, to accompany entry.
Fourteenth-That all ewes over tw
years old, must have borne and suckle'
lamb at least three months since Jan
uary lst, preceding fair.
Fifteenth--That draught horses
must weigh not less 1900 and farr
horses not less than l LOO nor over l,
800 pounds, when in ordinary flesh.
The rules evoked considerable discus
sion, but as adopted, seemed to NEE
the views of all the delegates. Unite'
action in these matters is step in tn
right direction.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
A Frlghtful ExDIOsion.

CHESTER. Pa, February l7.-Abou
8 O'Clock this moring an explosion oc
Cured at the pyrotechnic works O
Professor Jackson, this city. The
building was badly shattered and tool
FIRE and consumed. At least fifte en-
and probably more, lives are lost and
many dangerously wounded. The
building is the old homestead of Ad
miral Porter.
A number of colored families lived
in the old Porter. mansion. 1t seems
that it first took FIRE, and while the
fremen were playing on the flames and
large crowd surrounded them, an ex.
plosion occurred, scattering destruction
far and wide. The number killed is
between fifteen and twenty; about
twenty are dangerously, and fifty more
or less seriously wounded. The dead
are being laid in the City Hall and the
wounded are cared for in various drug
stores, 30 that no accurate list can be
obtained now
A part OF the mansion has been used
by Professor Jackson, pyrotechnist,
for some years as place for manufact-
uring explosive commodities. The fire.
men after being assured that there
were no explosives in the place, went
to work, and after playing on the
flames about half an hour a terrific ex-
plosion occurred Bodies of men were
thrown in every direction the air was
filed with rubbish, and the ground was
covered with victims, some killed
some seriously injured and Others
badly hurt. The dead bodies of
men lay coiled on the ground, while
others labored in the agonies of death.
A number, writhing in their blood,
and groaned piteously for help.
Many lay insensible of their surround.
ings, and others bruised and bleeding
groped their way from the scene of the
terrible accident. The scene beepars
description. People prayed in the
open streets, and the shrieks of the
dying were appalling. The fire was
abandoned, and evebody in condition
to do so turned their attention to aleyi-
ating distress. Houses in the vicinity
Of the explosion were converted into
hospitals and the wounded removed
thereto.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
The Claims OF the West.

The West has not had a Governor
for many years and should now at
least have a candidate. There is
Senator Lee, of Venango county
which is known through all the land as
the nursery of great en',-who
would have an advantage over both
Beaver and Butler in that be could be
supported with equal good grace by
all classes of Independents. At any
rate, the Governorship ought to come
west of the mountains this time.
-PiHsburg Dispatch, Rep.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
How Long Would it Take to Count
Two MilliOns9

. Over two million volumes OF the re-
vised edition of the New Testament
were sold on the first day of its issue.
These figures can only be equaled by
the enormous sale of Swayne's Oint-
ment for Itching Piles, which is uni
versally used as standard remedy
for stopping the itching at night, when
when one thinks that pin worms are
crawling about the rectum. To cal
culate the extent of its sale in actual
figures, would involve the labor of a
lifetime. Will you be pestered Ion
ger from the aggravating Piles
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
A RIOw nj MOrmanism

The anti-pslygamy bill as reported
by Mr.. Edmunds from the Senate ju
dietary committee has passed in the
Senate 1t is very sweeping and pro
vides at the outset that the first of sc C.
tion 1856 of the revised statutes shall
be amended 80 as to read as follows
every person who has husband OF
wife living, who in Territory or other
place over which the United States
have exclusive jurisdiction, hereafter
marries another, whether married OF
single, and anv man who hereafter
simultaneously or on the same, day,
marries more than one woman, in q
Territory or other place over which
the Uuited States have exclusive juris.
diction, is guilty of polygamy and shall
be punished by fine of not more than
$500 and by imprisonmt mt for a term
Of not more than FIVE years" The re-
mainder of this section of the revised
statutes excepts divorced persons and
such as have married again believing
that the former husband or wife, after
an absence of FIVE years, is dead. The
second section prohibits cohabltation
with more than one woman under pen
alties of fine and six months impris-
onment. Another section provides
that in any prosecution for bigamy,
polygamy or unlawful cohabitation, un-
der any statute of the United States, it
shall be sufficient cause of challenge
to any person drawn or summoned as
a ajuryman or talesman, that he has
been living in any such practices or
relations, or that he believes it right
for man to have more than one living
and undivorced wife at the same time,
or to live in the practice of cohabita-
tion with more than one woman. The
bill empowers the President to grant
amnesty to past offenders under such
conditions as he shall think proper,
legitimizes the issue of former Mormon
marriages and disfranchizes all polyga-
mists. Finally the bill vacates all the
registration and election offices ofevery
description in the Territory of Utah,
and devolves upon board of FIVE per-
sons Ito be appointed by the President
and confirmed by the Senate) each and
every duty relating to the registration
of voters, the conduct of elections, the
receiving or rejection of votes, the
canvassing of the same and
the issuance of certificates of election
until new Territorial Legislature
shall have been elected, and, in conclu-
sion, it provides that at or after the
first meeting of said legislative assem-
bly,, whose members shall have been
elected and returned according to pro-
visions of this act, said legislative as
sembly may make such, conformable
to the organic act of said Territory and
not inconsistent with other laws of the
United States, as it shall deem proper
the filling Of the Offices in
said Territory declared vacant by this
act
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
The Pittsburg and Western.

Below we give, says the PdTEeT
Phenir short sketch of the lines and
advantages which the Pittsburg and
Western Railroad will have, and it
will be seen at a glance that this en-
terprise will give Pittsburg an impor-
tant outlet.
Beginning at Jacks Run. in the
lower part of Allegheny City, the
road follows the river front to the
mouth of Pine Greek, thence to Tenn
pleton Junction, Butler county, Pa,
one arm branching through the towns OF
Butler, Karns City and Parker to Fox
burg, where connection is made with
the Pittsburg, Bradford and Buffalo
Railroad for Kane and other points in
Clarion, Forest and Mexican counties,
giving to Pittsburg access to the vast
timber and ore regions not yet drained
by the Allegheny and its tributaries.
From Templeton Junction, the other
arm passes through the towns Evans
burg, Harmony, Zelienople Wurtum-
burg, Wampum, Mahonington to
Youngstown, Ohio, there connecting
with the Palnesville and Youngstown
Railroad, through which it will have
short and direct outlet to the Lakes at
Fairport; also connection with the
New York, Chicago and St. Louis Rail-
road, for Cleveland and the great Wa
bash system in the west.
At Mahonington the East and West
line will pass through New Castle, up
the Muddycreek Valley, through
Karns City to Red Bank. on the ALLIE
gheny Valley Railroad, at which point
connection is made with the Low
Grade Division of that road. Very
favorable traffic arrangements have al
ready been secured with it and its con-
nections through to New York.
The Main Stem of the Pittsbnrg and
Western Railroad, including the Duck
Run and Slipperyrock Branches. will
cover about two hundred miles of road.
At Pittsburg, by means of the Pitts
burg Junction Railroad, a connection
will be made with the Baltimore and
Ohio for their western outlet. At Ma
honington Junction, the Buffalo, Pitts
burg ard Western connect and will use
this road in and out of Pittsburg. At
Red Bank Junction is made with the
Rochester and Pittsburg Railrosd and
its Branch to Buffalo.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Go to j. F. T. Stehle's and 8

Go to j. F. T. Stehle's and see
Ole Bull Patent Violin.
The Western Union Telegraph Com
pany operates 100000 miles of wire.
Hats, Caps and Gents furnishing
goods, cheap, at j. F. T. Stehle's.
Ladies' Gossamer Gum Goats,
cheapest in Butler, at Heck & Patter-
sons.
"A lot of second-handed Watches
cheap for cash, at z. Grieb's
You can have a nice violin for
so cents at j. F. T. Stehle's.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

WE are indebted to the Assistant
Secretary of the Interior, at Washing
ton, through the Hon. s. 81. Miller,
for copy Of the Compendium of the
Ninth Census of the United States
Also to the Hon. A. K. Dunkel, Sec
rotary Of Internal Affairs, Of this State
for . copy Of his annual Report" al
auch. for year ending Nov. 80, 1881.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Mrs. scovilIe to Mrs. Garfield.

CLEVELAND, O., February III.
II. Rhodes, Secretary of the Garfield
Monument Committee, and a near
friend of Mrs. Garfield, YVES interview.
ed by the Associated Press correspond
ent to-day. He said Mrs Garfield re-
ceived letter from Mrs Scoville this
morning, and that he was authorized
in her behalf to say that toward the
slayer of her husband she cherishes no
malice. He must answer only to his
God and the American people. For
the sister and all members of his fam
lily she feels only profound pity. Fur
ther than this, she asks to be left alone
with her sorrow, and to be spared
being dragged into useless and tortur-
ing publicity. Mrs. Garfield will not
answer the letter.
~- Advertise in the CITIZEN.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

TIE distance from Butler to Pitts
burgh, by the new Pittsburgh and
Western railroad when completed,
will not exceed 40 miles, while that on
the present West Penn road by way
Of Freeport is upwards of so miles. 1t
is estimated that an hour in time will
bs saved by travel on the new road
from here to Pittsburgh.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Butler Building & Loan Association

The annual meeting of the Building
& Loan Association, of Butler, Pa,
will meet at the Opera House on Sat-
urday evening, March 4th, 1882, at
I O'Clock, for the purpose of electing
directors for the ensuing year. BY
order of the Board.
Sf3t J. S. CAMPBELL, Secretary.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Permanent Employment.

Wanted-Men of integrity and abili
ty to take orders for trees, shrubs and
vines from our Geneva On. W Nur
series. Good wages and steady en-
ployment to good statesmen. Address
with references,
D. Fl. PATTY & Co.,
Nurseymen, Geneva, n. Y.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
AMPBELL, Secretary.

A man named Green attended ball
in Titusville while suffering from small
pox. So far as known FIVE persons
contracted the disease from him, and
one has since died.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
FuauARY is the shortest ofmonths,
but It appears likely to get in as much
weather as any of the rest.

SEvIRAL communications, among
them Items from Mercer township" T"
have to be ommitted this week for
want Of space.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

No. Term. Yr. PidiRtif7s Attorney.
A. D. "a March1SS2 Thompson, ,McC. and M'Q.
P. 53sOct. lS76lE G Miller
" 179Oct. 1877 McC., Mitchell and Greer
81 Sept. 1s7SICampbell
A. d. 81 Dec 1SsOlJ B Bredn & Thompson.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22
Don't Die in the House

Ask druggist for Rough on Rats. "
1t clears out rats, mice, bed-bugs,
reaches, vermin, flies, ants, insects.
15c. per box.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

.ATARRH EIys'CreamBaIm

Efectually cleanses
the nasal passages OF
Catarrhal virus, caus-
ing healthy secretions,
ailays Inflammation,
protects tbemembrane
from additional colds,
completely heals the
sores and restores the
sense OF taste and
smell. Beneficial re-
suits are realized by a
few applications. A
thorough treatment
will cure Catarrh, Hay
Fever, &c. Unequaled
for colds In the head.
Agreeable to use. APP
ply by the little finger
into the nostrils. On
ackage.
M CO., Owego, N. Y.
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

L q Mitchell, ex'r, &C., ct al.
Dodds Mill Oil Co.
DR. 8 Bredin
Alfred Pearce, ex'r, for use,
Augustus McElwain
Butler citizen. [volume] (Butler, Pa.) 1877-1922, 1882-02-22

w Advertise in the CITIZEN.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1882-12-16
HOLIDAY GOODS.

lore EAT RED LOTIONS
E E 4 81 n y s.:
NO IDLE TALK-BUT FACTS!
LADIES' SUIT AND CLOAK DEPARTMENT.
Finest Of PLUSH DOLMAN, trimmed with real Chin.
chlla Fur, $685. reduced from S125.
PLUSH ULSTER, $50, former price s65.
SATIN RADAME DOLMAN, fur trimmed and fancy
plush lining. $50. reduced from $40
BROCADED CECILIAN>sILK DoLMAN, with heavy
black fur trimming. S52 reduced from s65.
ONE LOT OF LADIES' ULsTERS made of Atwood
cloth. reduced to 81, former prices have from
s9tosi3.
MISSES SUIT AND CLOAK DEPARTMENT.
a beautiful line Of PLUSH COATS for Children from
two years up $40. reduced from SIS; $14, reduced
from $50.
SILK COATS reduced to Il. former price :i2
NO IDLE TALK-BUT FACTsl
RAU MS,
416 SEVENTH STREET.
DREw'S DRUG STORE,
COR pENNSyJv.N7, AVE- AMI onuur
Have just opened Choice Assortment of
GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS.
Comprising all the Newest Novelties in
PLUSH AND LEATHER TOILET CASES, ODOR
CASES. CABAs. AND HANDSOME CUT
GLASS TOILET SETS AND BOT
TIES, BIsQUE FIGURES. ETC.
We also have the largest and best assortment of
MANICURE SETS
full line OF French and English Perfumes, Co,oynes
j. PARKER PRAY'S MANICURE GOODS
d11-2w Specially.
HEMPsToNE & PERRY.
AID PLAIN SILKS. IN ALL SHADES. TO
BLACK SILKS. MONOPOLY BRAND
COLORED SILKS, ALL SHADES.
COLORtD SATINS. ALL SHADES.
COLORED RHADAMES, ALL SHADES
COLORED OTTOMANS. ALL SHADES
BROCADED PUSHES and VELVETS, ALL SHADES.
WE ARE SHOWING COLORED VELvETS, ALL
ssSh EsrEG1A GAF vxGE FOR 81 Silt liz
MONEY.
PUSHES IN ALL SHADES.
NOVELTIES IN HDKFS, SILK AND LINEN
NOVELTIES IN HOSIERY. COTTON, THREAD
NOVELTIES IN LINENS OF ALL KINDS.
NOVELTIES IN FLANNELS AND BLANKETS
NOVELTIES IN SILK UMBRELLAS.
RHINESTONE & 2 ERnY,
d9 800 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE