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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
MIRACULOUS ESCAPE.
OF Sixty Human Beings From Hor-
riblc Death.

New York, Nov. 1.-THE steamship
Tallahassee, of the Ocean Steamship
Company, of Savannah, Georgia, sailed
from that port Friday with 1920 bales
of cotton and a quantity of turpentine
and verin. She had crew of forty
seven men and thirteen passengers.
When off Highlands at 6:45 o'clock this
evening she was discovered to be on fire
forward of the hold. Every effort was
made to extinguish the fire, but with
out success. Captain Fisher ordered
the engines to run her full speed. This
was done and the burning steamer ar
rived at Pier 35, North River, this city,
at ten O'Clock tonight. The process of
docking her took an hour, and by that
time fire engines were on the pier and
fire steamer was beside her. The pass
engers landed and the firemen went
to work. At an early hour this morn
the fire was still burning among the cot
ton, but with no spread aft where the
turpentine and verin are. The loss will
be heavy. She is fully insured. The
Tallahassee is an iron vessel, launched
a year ago. Before disembarking the
passengers united in writing letter of
praise for the GOODNESS and courage of
the officers and crew.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
Washington Cor. Gin. Enquirer. !
An Astonishing Verdict.

The jury i'm the case of Hallet Kill
bourn against John G.. Thompson, En-
Sergeant-at-Arms of the House of Rep-
resentatives, for S350,000 for imprison-
ment by order of that body, came into
Court this morning with sealed yer-
dict, awarding the plaintiff $50, 900. This
verdict, in view of the charge of the
Court upon what damages could be
based,is regarded as exceedingly and ex-
travagantly large. The points on which
the plaintiff could recover, covered
the Judge in his charge to the jury,
were actual damages to his business, loss
of health and eXasperatiOns to his sensi-
bilities; and unless it should appear
from the evidence that the defendant
entertained a feeling of animus against
him in the arrest and imprisonment,
nothing could be recovered for malice.
Consequently the finding of the jury
creates considerable surprise, as many
were of the opinion that the jury would
not award Kilbourn more than $4,000
In former trial Kilbourn sued for
$500 and verdict was rendered for
100000, which the Court set aside as
being excessive.
There was much conjecture before the
verdict was opened this morning as to
what would be the amount. The gen
eral opinion seemed to be that the
amount would not 60 above $4,000,
many fixing it as low $1,000. A motion
for new trial has been made on the
ground of excessive damages. Some
doubt is expressed as to whether Con-
gress will be willing to appropriate so
large an amount to pay the verdict,
even though judgment should be rem
dered upon it Kilbourn seems to be sat
isfied with the result Of this trial. He
said in an interview this afternoon: 81
believe could get bigger verdict, but
| don't want another trial. / want this
thing settled. Thompson might die,
might die, or the witnesses may die"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
STRUCK DEAD BY LIGHTNING.
Peculiar and Fatal Performance of a
Thunderbolt.

DELAWARE, o., Nov. 10.-A most re-
markable accident occurred in Ostran-
der, near here, yesterday, in which Mr..
Reuben Freshwater lost his life. About
six o'clock in the morning storm came
up, accompanied by thunder and light
ming. Mr.. Freshwater got up out of
bed and went to fix q spout, and after
he had done so, he returned to the
house. Just as he entered the door, the
lightning struck the spire of the Meth
odist church near by. The spire was
torn to fragments and the bell thrown
down. The electricity ran down to the
ground and across the street to Mr..
Freshwater's house, where it rose in the
air and struck the chimney. Thence it
ran down the side of the house, entered
window, aud tearing hole in the
ceiling, entered the room where Mr..
Freshwater was standing and striking
him, killed him instantly. No person
else in the house was injured.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
Disastrous Failure of Higbec & Co.
Fremont, o,

SANDUsKY, o., Nov. 1.-THE failure
of Higbee & Co., Fremont, reported
Saturday, will probably prove serious,
though the liabilities are not yet re-
ported. The firm had elevators at diff
ferent points on the Nickle Plate and
Lake Erie & Western a dozen or more,
and have been the largest grain buyers
in this section. They sold all their ele-
vators, however, before the failure. 1t
was understood that the firm had made
inside arrangement with the Lake Erie
d Western, and was supposed to be
making money very rapidly. It is ru-
mored that Gov. Foster will lose by the
failure, and that other parties will suf-
fer. Higbee, head of the firm, has
always stood high and is highly res
pected. The firm was last quoted by
Bradstreet, 100000; credit very good.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
BUTLER ON HIS DEFEAT.
He Congratulates Himself on his big
Vote and Will tryit Again.

BosToN, November Sd have no
statement to make" said Butler to a re-
porter. ~ am beaten and that is all
there is of it,"
"Did YOU expect it?n
"No, l thought would be elected.
There is no need to inquire into causes
now. 1t was Democratic victory any
way. | have increased the Democratic
vote in this state over one hundred
thousand. Il am prouder of that than if
I had been elected"
"Will you be candidate again?"
Perhaps"
Robinson beats Butler 10, ,6S7 votes.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
A Candidate for Speaker.

81 am candidate for Speaker of the
House," said Hon. A. d. Marsh, of
Mercer county, who was in the city
yesterday. ~ think my chances are as
Janybody's."
"What senatorial combination are
you in?' asked the reporter.
"No combinations. lam not making
trades. think northwestern Ohio, the
stronghold of Democracy, should have
recognition, and think my claims arc
as good as anybody's. Marsh has served
three terms in the Legislature and is a
legislator of caution and experience
Plain Dealer.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Gen. Grant writes to Fitz John Por-
ter that he will stand by him till the
last dog is hung, or rather "as long as /
have voice." Grant adds: "Your re-
storation to the army simply / would
regard as very inadequate and unjust
reparation. While men have been re-
stored to the army because of their gall
lanlry and wounds, after conviction and
sentence, not only to be dismissed, but
to be confined in the penitentiary, and
when there is no doubt of their guilt,
and given all their pay for the years
that they were out of the service, can
see no reason for your having less. |
hope foryour thorough vindication, not
only by congress, but i'll the minds of
your conntrymen."
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A Pennsylvania scientist accounts for
earthquakes on the hypothesis that the
internal region is only few miles be-
low the surface of the eartli. This
theory, however, is exploded by the
fact that Washington has had no quake.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

1t is rather an unkind thing to say,
but the two great strokes of policy made
by the present Administration have not
been attended with success. Two
things stand out conspiciouosly in the
waste of its let-alone policy. 1t Nom
mated Mr.. Folger for Governor of New
York, and the people urgently and
firmly refused to have him. 1t gave all
the pecuniary and moral support it
could to Malone, and he is overwhelm-
ingly beaten.-Nc,o York S,tn.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
On Thirty DAYS Trial.

The Voltaic Belt Co.. Marshall Mich,
will send DR.. Dyes Celebrated Electro
Voltaic Belts and Electric Appliances on
trial for thirty days to men (young or
old) who are afflicted with nervous debil-
ity, lost vitality and kindred troubles,
guaranteeing speedy and complete resto-
ration of health and manly vigor. Ad-
dress as above.-N. B. No risk is incurred,
as thirty days trial is allowed. dec28. IL
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Quite an excitement was created in
Hicksville, o., on the evening of the
30th. Rev. Willis, an evangelist, who
is holding protracted meeting in the
M. E. Church at that place, was
knocked down by John Bearington
in the church,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

An exchange in comparinga preacher
to printer, says: "Why is a preacher
like printer They are both after the
devil. In what respect does preacher
differ from a printer? Printers make
the devil work and the devil makes the
preacher work.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
Bleed Your Hogs Well.

An exchange says that as hog killing
time is at hand allow us to say that if
hogs are killed by bleeding, or if the
bloodisdrawn immediatelyaf the ami
NAL is knocked in the head, no trichnia
will ever be found in the pork. 1t is a
parasite formed while the blood is cool
ing. Any butcher vino would salt the
meat of a hog that had died OH the road
or smothered in the cars, ought to be
sent to the State prison.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
superintendent of the Michigan Fish
Hatchery Drowned.

DETROIT, Mich, Nov. IA special
from Petoskey says that Superintend-
ent Orren M. Chase, of the Michigan
Fish Hatchery, was drowned with six
companions at that place yesterday,
while securing whitefish for eggs. He
lived in this city, and was an accom-
plished and enthusiastic fish culturist.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

The life of a passenger car is esti-
mated by the Pennsylvania railroad
people at sixteen years. 1t COSTS. when
new, SIS, 100, and for repairs during the
sixteen years, $l1 200. Total cost, S16,-
300. 1t is worth at the end of the six
teen wears S945.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Teacher: "Define the word eXcavate. I"
Scholar: at means to hollow out"
Teacher: "Construct sentence in
which the word is properly used"
Scholar: 1.-The badly eXcavates when it
gets hurt.n
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Washington newspapers derive con-
siderable revenue from lottery advertise
ments, and they are raising united
howl because the postmaster general
has been advised to exclude them from
the mails in consequence.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15
NOTICE OF INSOLVENCY.
Estate of John O. Palmer, Dcceasc.t.

nE the 18th day of September, In tie year 1883,
" the Probate Court of Henry county, Ohio, de-
cares the estate of John o. Palmer deceased TO be
probably irsolyent. Creditors are therefore re-
qHircn 10 their clous Gfsirst tie estate TO
the undersigned for allowance within six months
from the tin above mentioned or they will not ls
entitled TO payment.
MARGARET |. PALMER,
Administrative %. tie estate oi ohm o. Palmer, .'e-
ccased. Oct. 4, lss3-eW.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Ben. Butler says he increased his vote
in Massachusetts from $4,000 to 152, 900,
and was beaten only by the frauds of his
opponents. Heholds that Massachusetts
will surely be Dmocratic in the Presi-
dental year, and as to himself, it is
a prouder distinction to have increased
his vote as he did than to have been
elected by the ordinary vote.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

In the public schools of New Haven,
Conn.,, a new course Of study called
newspaper geography has been
adopted. This consists of requiring the
student to trace out, on his map, places
referred to in news reports of the daily
papers.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

HUNTINGTON, Pa, Nov. 9.-Mis Julia
Morrison, a respectable colored woman
living in Carbon township, this county,
has undergone a complete transforma-
tion in her color. About two years ago,
white spots began to appear on her face
and arms and increased in number and
size until now they coverher whole per-
son,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

The blessings Of life are many. Live
long and be happy. Don't neglect a
cough or cold. Keep youself well
clothed in changeable weather, and al
ways keep bottle of DR.. Wistar's Bal
sam of Wild Cherry in the household.
A single spoonful will cure an ordinary
cough or cold. Its continued use will
cure consumption. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

rrainsrun on Columbus time west Of the Ohio
River.
EAST BOND.-No. /, daily, with through Sleep
ers from Chicago to New York, and Sleeping Gar
Sleepers from Chicago to Baltimore daily, ana
through Coach from Sandusky to Columbus through
Coach Columbus to Wheeling, daily. No. s, daily,
Sandushy to New York; other Divisions, daily ex-
cept Sunday. Sleeping Car from Toledo TO
Cumberland All other Trains daily except Sunday.
Trains run On Baltimore time east of the Ohio
River.
WEST BOUND No daily with throug h sleepers
from New York to Chicago. No. 2, through sleep
ers, Baltimore to Chicago and through coach from
ing to Columbus daily. No. daily on main line
G. o. & L. f. 0iy on other Divisions daily, except
Sunday Sleeping car, Cumberland to Toledo
and Wheeling to Indianapolis, All other trains
daily except Sunday.
L. NJ. COLE, G. Il. A., Baltimore.
WE. REPPERT, Pass. Agt, Columbus.
OK. LORD, Gen. Pass. Agt., Baltimore.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

J. II. Leseu, drummer for his fathers
wholesale Chicago dry goods house, was
the victim of mock marriage at Bur-
lington. Leseu is Hebrew and the
girl Gentle. The bridegroom said he
acted in good faith and didn't know the
justice was bogus, and old man Leseu
says if the girls record is Al the mar
riage will be done over according to
Jewish rites,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

An Ohio Postmistress having resigned
to get married, the Louisville Courier
Journal signs: "Poor thing! She'll Of
ten have to wait for the delayed male"
And won't she distribute him when he
does come!
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

In addressing Sunday-school a while
ago, aspealer said to the boy. always
be kind to your little sister. Now, 1
never had little sister, and once tried
to be kind to some other fellows sister;
but she had cruel father, and he hurt
me helping me off the front steps,"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

John G. News oft-repeated assuran-
ces that he is tired of office-holding,and
his heroic continuance in office, just the
same, have induced the belief that the
office has got string tied to him.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

The quickest divorce time OH record
was made at Chicago, Tuesday, Mrs.
Lulu Scannell having procured sepa-
ration from her husband in forty minu-
tes after filing the petition. This beats
Maud SIS time.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Mr.. Blame gets from the publishers of
his new book $4,000 cash down and a
royalty of fifteen cents volume. There
are advance orders for one hundred
thousand copies, and it is expected that
fully three hundred thousand will be
sold. This would yield the author
$l20,000 in all, which is somewhat more
money than the average writer of books
gets.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A Fremont girl warns q masher who
is annoying her with notes and boquets,
through card in the Herald, thati if he
doesn't let up on it she'll publicly cow
hide him. When you stir up Il Fire.
mont girl you're sitting down on a mass
meeting of high-spirited hornets, with
nothing between you and their indig-
nant fury but the gauzy home-plate of
a pair Of linen pants.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A multitude of fraudulent land claims
have been discovered in Dakota. 1t is
estimated that half of the Government
land disposed of in any one year is ta-
ken in some irregular manner.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

tits estimated that the salaries ofpost-
masters will be increased So, 100000 over
last year and that it will require S50,-
600, 900 for the postal service for the next
fiscal year, against 81, 100000 this year,
an increase of SS,OOO,ONl.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Wintry prospect: Wife--"The flour
is out" Husband--"So is my money"
Wife-"rhe coal is gone" Husband
so is my credit" Wife-"Well,
we can't starve." Husband Can't
we? That's good; was afraid we
would.n
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

The roof and inside walls of the new
south wing of the Capitol building at
Madison, Wis, fell last Thursday after
noon. Four men We're killed and
twenty injured some of them fatally.
The cause of the disater is not known.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

1t seems that South Carolina in 1863
passed a Civil Rights law quite as string
ent as the one passed by Congress in 1875,
which has recently been declared un-
constitutional by the Supreme Court OF
the United States. That law still re-
mains in the statute book of the state,
and if violated, may and should be en-
forced.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A meeting of the Republican Nation
al Committee will be held at the Ar
lington Hotel, Washington, December
IL, for the purpose of deciding upon the
date and place for holding the next Re-
publican Convention.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

There is movement in Akron to Sc
cure the extension of the Pittsburg,
Cleveland and Toledo road to Tiffin and
beyond, to connect with the western
roads.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

AS a purifier Ayers Sarsaparilla acts
directly and promptly. A single bottle
will prove its merits. Many thousands
of people are yearly saved from danger
Gus fevers by the exercise of little
timely care in properly cleansing the
system by the use of this remedy.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

If there is nothing the matter why
does Iowa, which gave Garfield $4,000
majority, now yield on vote $4,000
greater, but 1000 Republican majority?
The Republican party is going.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Coal Oil or Petroleum may be very
nice for illuminating or lubricating pur-
poses, but surely it is not the proper
thing to cure a cough with. DR.. Bulls
Cough Syrup is looked upon as the
standard Cough remedy.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Here is curious instance of mis-
punctuation: Lord Palmerston then
entered on his head, a white hat upon
his feet, large but well polished boots
upon his brow, a dark cloud in his hand,
his faithful walking-stick in his eye, a
menacing glare saying nothing"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A Columbiana county cow died DUR
ing parturition and, OH being opened,
was found to contain a full sized calf
and sixty others about the size of rats.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

"What is consciencew asked school
master of his class. "An inward mon
itor," replied little fellow. "And
what's II monitor?" "One of the IRON
clads.n
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Cincinnati fm,aB,crcidI- Gazette: 1t
would be no tXageration to say that the
influence and works of Martin Luther
made possible the present German En-
pire.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

1t is said that it is unhealthy to sleep
in feathers. We don't believe it; for
look at the spring chicken, and see how
tough he is.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

"The man who hesitates is lost"
Don't stand on the verge of the grave
with that sallow campleXion, arising
from a diseased Liver, but turn back
with box of Pacific Liver Pills and go
the other way rejoicing. limo
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

The Ohio Supreme Court has held
that in the absence of any agreement
to the contrary, the obligation created
by the sale ofa railway ticket is for one
continuous passage--that is, stop-over
check can not be dcmaneed of the COM
pany.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

signin shop window: Boy wanted
Young wife to Her husband: "My
dear, isn't that too bad; suppose they
have all girls. San Francisco Post.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A police justice of this city is reported
to have rebuked a burglar in the follow
ing manner: "If you wanted to rob a
house why didn't you select Vanderbilt's
or Gould's or some other rich mans,
and not break into the house of poor
woman and steal all she had?" This is
a very queer way of rebuking crime.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

General Sherman visited Governors
Island, and was rendered a brilliant re-
ception by General Hancock and the
troops stationed there.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

"Got on your husbands cravat;
haven't you?" asked a neighbor of Mrs.
Bilkins. "Ies," replied Mrs. b., sadly.
ats the only tie there is between us
nOw,"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

The two catchers of the next year.
st. Louis Base Ball Club will receive
$1,000 each for the year. Mullane will
receive $500 and the three Allegheny
PLAYERS 81 200 each.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

You'll have to take the will for the
deed" is what the heir said to the law
yer when the latter presented his bill.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Augustus" she said, "why is there
SO much confusion in that store?" II
know not" he simpered, "unless it is
caused by that hustle in the window
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

A gale Friday blew down four-story
building in course of construction at
Buffalo. OF the IL men buried in the
ruins four were killed,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Benjamin Fitch, the philanthropist,
now dying in New York, said: II
would like to do more good before I go;
! think pauperism is the greatest mur
derer of the age; the remedy is to teach
people to be self-respecting. I hate
bcggary."
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

"Can your wife driver" one Somer-
vile man asked another. 'Drive
what" "Drive q horse, of course"
"Drive a horse! Why, man, she can
not even drive nail.u
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

An advance of five cents a hundred
will be made for the winter season OF
all freight east bound from Chicago.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

Cleveland Democrats urge theelection
Of Henry b. Payne to the United States
Senate.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

General +. B. Pond, author of the
Pond law, died of cancer in the face, at
his home at Malta, Morgan county, on
the ID,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1883-11-15

"Swell-head," a contagious cattle dis
ease, has made its appearance at the
Chicago ctock yards.