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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23
A Pleasing Incident.

Sitting in a station the other day,
l had a little sermon preached in
the way | like and I will report it
for your benefit, because it taught
one of the lessons which we all should
learn, and taught it in such natur.
al, simple way that no one could
forget 1T.
1t was a bleak, snowy day, the
train was late. the ladies' room was
dark and smoky, and the dozen
women, old and young, who sat
waiting impatiently, all looked cross,
lew spirited or stupid. I felt all
three; ard thought as / looked
around, that my fellow beings were
very unamiable, uninteresting set.
Just then forlern old woman, shak-
ing with palsy, came in with a basket
of wares and went about mutsly
offering them TO the sitters. No
body bought anything, and the poor
old soul stood blinking at the door
a minute, as if reluctant to go out
into the bitter storm again. She
turned presently, and poked about
the room, as if trying to find some
thing and then a'pale lady in black
who lay as if asleep en- sofa, open
ed her eyes, and saw the old woman
and instantly asked, in a kind tone,
if she had lost anything.
NO dear, Fan looking for the
heater to warm before go out again.
My eyes is poor, and | do not seem
to find the furnace nowheres."
Here it is, and the lady led her to
the stream radiator, placed chair
and showed her how to warm her
feet.
swell, now amt that nicew said
the old woman. spreading her ragged
mittens to dry. "Thanky, dear,
this is proper comfortable, amt it?
I'm almost frozen to-day, being
lame and wimbly, and not selling
much makes me down hearted"
The lady smiled, went to the
counter, bought a cup of tea and
some sort of food, carried it herself
to the old woman, and said, as re-
spectfully and kindly as if the poor
woman had been dressed in silk
and fur: Wont you have cup
of tea? It's very comfortable day
like this"
''Sakes alive do they give tea at
this depot ?" cried the old lady, in
a tone of innocent surprise that
made a smile go round the room,
touching the gloomiest face like a
streak of sunshine. We'll, now,
this is Just lovely" added the old
lady, slipping away with a relish.
This does warm the cookies of my
hearth"
While she refreshed herself, tel
ling her story meanwhile, the lady,
looked over the poor little wares in
the basket, bought soap and pins,
shoe strings and tape, and cheered
the old soul by paying well for
them.
As | watched her doing this |
thought what a sweet face she had,
though | bad considered her rather
plain before. | felt dreadfully
ashamed ofmvself that | had grimly
shaken my head when the basket
was offered to me, and as | saw the
look of interest, sympathy and kind
nes. come into the dismal faces all
around me, | did wish that | was
the magician to call it out.
at was only kind word and a
friendly act, but somehow it bright
ened that dingy room wonderfully.
1t changed the faces of dozen wo-
men, and Think it touched dozen
hearts, for saw many eyes follow
the plain lady. with sudden respect;
and when the old woman got up to
20, several persons beckoned to her
and bought something, as if they
wanted to repair past negligence
Lucy d. AlcOt
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23
AYERS Hair Vigor improves th

Ayers Hair Vigor improves the
beauty of the hair and pro
notes its growth. 1t imparts an
attractive appearance. a delightful
and lasting perfume. While it stim-
ulates the roots, cleanses the scalp,
and adds elegance and luxuriance,
its effects are enduring; and thus it
proves itself to be the best and
cheapest article for toilet use.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23

Chicago has novelty in the way
OF Gospel Ship, called the Glad
Tidings. 1t is in command of Cap
tain Burby, his wife, son and two
daughters. 1t makes trips through
the Northern lakes, and religious
services are conducted by the fam
ilv
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23
NOTICE OF APPEALS.

Notice 10 hereby given that appeals will be held
from the assessmeR Of 1854 at the Commission
ers office, IN Somerset for the several districts Of
the county. as follows
t'or Jenner. Jennertown Borough, COnemaugh.
Paint Shade StOy-st0wn Borough. Quemahon-
ing >tonycr'ek, New Baltimore Borough Ale
gheny, Jefferson, Somerset Somerset Borugh,
berlin Borsig gh and Brothersvalley, oo Moday,
the 18th day OF January. 1854
For Addison, Lower Turkeyfont. Ursina and
Confluence BorOughs, Upper ruTkeyfoot, Middle
creek New Centreviile Borough, Milford, South
ampion, NOrthamp on, Wellershurg and Meyers
dale Bornughs summit. Greenvile, Larimer,
Elslick, and Salisbury B rough on Thursday.
the 2ptk day of January. 1854, when and where all
persons and corporations feeling themselves ag-
grieyed at the enumeration and valuation Of their
taxable property and effects. made pursuant 10 the
several acts of Assembly in such cases made nd
provided are requested TO att nd and state their
grievances for redress accori ling to law.
the appeals will be held on the above mentioned
dayt, between the hours OFFS n. and NJ
ADAM =. SHAFFER
JOSEPH HORNER,
HERMANBRUBAKER
Attest - Commissioners.
HORNER Merk
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23

Estate Of John p Grady late Of Jenner Twp,
Somerset Co, Pa decd.
Letters testamentary on the abo-e.es' ate having
been granted TO the undersigned hy The proper
authority. notice is bereb' given To all persons
Indebted to said es ate to make immediate pay
ment, ard those having claims against the same
will present them duly suthen icated tor settle
settlement on Wednesday. February -, lsss al
the residence Of the Executor
DAVID RUNEL
t.n1s Executor.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23

The missionaries of India insist
that when native woman is con-
ver,ed to Christianity the native
garb is not sufficient for her cloth
ing.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23

The largest observatory dome IN
the world is now being made in
Cleveland for the University of Vir-
ginia. 1t will weigh ten tons and
measure forty-five feet four inches at
the base.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23

The utility of virtue is so plain
that the unprincipled feign it from
policy.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23
THURSDAY LANY24. 1854.

consisting OF a house and lot in ShUwmantown,
Somerset township adjoining lands Of Harry
Boyis. Solomon Lenhart, and others. Terms
made known on day OF sale
PRED W. BIESECKER,
decle Administrator
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23
ATTEST -.
ID J.HoxEER, Caerk.

A DMINIsTRAToR'S SALE.
BY virtue Of an order Of the Orphans Court of
Somerset County, will sell at the Court House
I'm Somerset borough on
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23
EXECUTOR'S NOTICE.

decle
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1884-01-23

Ianlo.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Meeting.

The teachers meeting at Seneca on Satur-
urday was attended by $50 persons, two
thirds of whom were teachers, Ottawa scnd-
ing 20 Prof. Thorp, Supt. of Ottawa, was
chosen chairman, and the proceedings were
opened by the reading of a paper on Teach
ing Numbers to Primary Classes" by Miss
Molle Huntoon, of Peru. The essay gave
rise to an animated discussion, participated in
by Prof. Thorp, Bathurst and Byrnes, of OF
tawa; Day and Brady, of Marseillcs; and
Myers aud johnson, of Seneca. An able add
dress by Prof. Day, on Reading and Spell
ing" was followed bya lively discussion in
which all the teachers took part. The reg
ular question for debate: Resolved, that the
frequent change of teachers in district
schools is alike injurious to teacher, pupil
and employer; and that the scholastic year
should, in all possible cases, be not less than
nine months" was vigorously discussed and
at the conclusion of the debate the entire as
semblage, including teachers, spectators and
county officials, voted unanimously in the
affirmative.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Married.

Miss Mary Spencer, daughter of Thomas
Spencer, Esq, was married on last Thursday
evening to Mr.. VIM. w. Miller, contractor, of
Pittsburg, Pa, by Rev. g. 5. Young of the
NJ. f.. church. at the residence of her parents,
in West Ottawa A large number of guests
were present to witness the ceremony, which
took place at eight O'Clock, in the north par
or of the residence, which was deliberately
decorated for the occasion with flowers in EN-
blematic designs. Mr.. and Mrs. GrOshcn and
Mr. and Mrs. Willard Gay received the guests,
George Spencer, the brides brother and Mr..
Jos Gay acting as ushers The bride wore
white ottoman silk and satin, train, veil and
orange blossoms, diamond ornaments. The
happy couple left by the late train for Il fort.
nights trip to New Orleans, after which they
return to visit their Ottawa friends before set
Ting down to real life in their own home in
Pittsburg, the deed of which property was
the groom's gift to the bride. We can heartily
join in the general congratulation to Mr.. and
Mrs. Miller, and particularly So in those Mr..
Miller is receiving.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

On Thursday of this week representatives.
of the Joliet, La Sale and Ottawa driving
park association met at the Clifton Hotel in
this city and organized circuit for the com
ing season, TO be known as the Illinois Valley
Circuit There were present at this meeting
DR., Folk and Mr., Allen of Joliet, Moses Welsh
and Birkcnbcul of La Sale, and W. W. Tay-
or and Thos. Rcedy of Ottawa. There are to
be four days races at each of the three cities,
beginning at La Sale July 10Th; Ottawa,
Aug 9TH, and Joliet Aug 18th. Premiums
aggegating $l2,3 800, evenly divided, will bc
offered and everything done to make each
meeting Il success
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

The cooperative glass factory scheme has
not been abandoned notwithstanding fires are
burning in all of our factories. The men are
in earnest and will be onto the scheme some
where if not here after this years fires go
out, either at Toledo where an offer is made
them or at another place which they will not
now name. We are informed that but IS ,5NO
are now necessary to be raised to assure the
project to Ottawa. Surely this amount can
be raised at home. We remember not long
since a conversation with stakeholder in the
bottle company, who is also Il merchant, to
the extent of $500. He said he considered
his stock good property; but that if it didn't
earn cent for him, or if he lost it entirely
by any mishap to the works, he would still
consider it good Investment; for during the
first year of 'thc works his profits on goods
and the new men who came with it, paid for
his Investment, and the men are here to be
his customers indefinitely.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Adams Fall.

Ever since Adams fall, which subjected
human nature to diseases of the flesh, there
has been a demand for a blood purifier, We
all realize the fact that upon the purity and
vitality of the blood depend the health and
yigor Of the whole system, and that disease of
various kinds is often only II sign that nature
is trying to remove the disturbing cause,
hence a reliable blood purifier is of greater
Importance to the people than is generally
supposed We are pleased to say that Hood :
Sarsaparilla bears unmietakablc proof Of be
ing this sort of a medicine, and We think ii
worthy trial
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

We desire to call the attention Of all lovers of Good
Bread to the 'Si Cloud" and 'Hungarian'' brands
of FlOar, manufactured by These FlOurs are made
from the choicest wheat that can be procured. BY
scientific admiXture of No. hard Minnesota spring
wheat with the winter wheat, produce Flour pos.
sessng all the advantages of each kind. The "Syer
Cloud" is worthy of it's name, and makes the whtest
Of aky lOaves though it is especially adapted pas
try biscuit rolls ETC. The 'Hungarian' is eur great
and best known brand because it is the great bread
making -four, producing it does white, moist, nutty
favored loaf Ask your grocer for either brand. You
will be we'll pleased.
COTTON DAWELZ d HAMILTON
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
An Answer Wanted.

Can anyone bring Us case of Kidney or
Liver Complaint that Electric Bitters will not
readily and speedily cureg We say the can
not as thousands of cases already permanent
ly cured and who are daily recommending
Electric Bitters, will prove. Bright's Disease,
Diabetes, Weak Back, or any urinary com
plant quickly cured. They purify the blood
regulate the bowels and act directly on the
diseased parts. Every bottle guaranteed.
For sale at SOC y bottle by LutZ s. Briggs.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

j. H. Salisbury, for the past eight years
one Of the prosperous merchants OF Sheri-
idan, has sold his furniture and undertaking
establishment to Vickory n lIibbins, of that
place, During the time he has been there
Mr. Salisbury has built up fine trade and
Sheridan loses in him Il valuable citizen
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

full line of valentines, as fine as can be
found in the west, at Hapeman " Graham's
They have received within the past few days
large line of new novelties for the season.
motives and valcntncs-such as has never be
fore been seen in Ottawa.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Housekcepers' Delight, at kcndall's

The "Go-as -you-Plcase' club organized by
Mrs. W. W. Nash, gave the first. of Il series OF
five parties at the Clifton Hotel on last Friday
evening. 1t was largely attended, and proved
SO very pleasant that on motion of Mr. ID
given Mrs. Nash for originating and carrying
out the plan so successfully.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
A Lawyers Opinion OF Interest TO All

]. A. Tawncy, Esq, leading druggist Of
Wiuona MINI, writes; after using It for
more than three years, take great pleasure
in stating that | regard Dr. Kings New Dis
coyery for Consumption as the best remedy in
the world for Coughs and Colds. 1t has never
failed TO cure the most severe colds have had,
and invariably relieves the pain in the chest
Trial bottles of this sure cure for all throat
and lung diseases may toe had free at Lutz u
Brigg, drug store Large size 100
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Neuralgia has very properly been called
1.-THE twin sister" of Rheumatism. Both are
equally painful, alike stubborn, and results of
the same causes. Athlophoros proves that
both yield to the same treatment. Says Mr..
j. F. Reed, of Los Angeles, Cal: 81 cannot
tell you how glad am that found thi, great
remedy, Athlophoros. | had a violent pain
in my face and took the remedy according TO
directions. Before I finished the first bottle
the pain was gone and has never returned"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

At this season of the year when strangers
are locating in our city, many are at loss to
know Just where to do their trading for gro.
ccries. To such and all Others seeking q
home like place to do their trading, we cheer
fully recommend the house Of IL. A. Butler,
81 La Sale street, as one Offering induce
ments that are hard to find in any other house
In Ottawa
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Public Sale.

VIM. Connolly, four mile southeast of Free
dom Center hay ing rented his farm, will on
February 18th, sell his personal property, IS
horses, three mich cows, farming tools, wag-
ons, harness, hay, &C., and household prop
crty. Ten months credit
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

One voice all over the sand goes up from
mothers, that says, Ny daughters are sC
feeble and sad. with no strength, all out o
breath and life at the least exerton VIVA
can We do for thcmr" The answer j. simpl,
and full of hope One to four weeks use OF
Hop Bitters will make them healthy, rosy
sprightly and cheerful.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

The Ottawa Gas Company have given no.
ticc that after the first of March the price of
gas will bc reduced from $500 per thousand
10 81 % for the general consumer and 81 to
those using more than five thousand feet per
month This action is taken in consequence
of some contemplated Improvements which
will be made during the coming summer.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Look out for the great opening of ladies'
muslin underwear next week at Scott Bro. u
Co.'S The goods are made from Fruit of
at prices that will a,tonish the la
J;nl
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Kendall has put up a novel sign " front of
his hardware stored mammoth |. y. h..
bronzed knife. We always knew that f X.
Y Id in whatever he undertook and the lib
eral use of the bronze upon the knife indi-
Gates the gilt-cdgcd character of his business
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

The Ladies' Society of the Episcopal churci
will meet on Thursday afternoon next Feb
l4th. at the residence Of I. y. BEEN. Gentle
men invited 10 tea at,6 O'Clock.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Only part Of the FREE TRADER appears
this week printed from new type The adj
vcrtiscmcnts and inside pages are yet to be
reset in new type-an enormous job, for
which We found one week much too little.
We hope next week to finish the job and pre-
sent our readers with the hand,omest aud
most readable paper in the county.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
CLARK'S.
Masonic.

Bob Morris, the veteran mason, will lecture
at Occidental Hall, Ottawa, Tuesday, Febru-
airy 18th, at s p. NJ. Free to all masons. This
will undoubtedly be his last visit to Ottawa,
and masons will lind the lecture more than
usually enjoyable and instructive.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Large arrivals Of new good. this week at
Scott Bro, IL Co. New carpets, new prints,
rngham,. drcs, goods and silks and an i'm.
mensc stock Of cottons and linens at the low
est prices ever placed on any counter. The
people have learned to know where they can
get the best quality at the correct prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Wanting Crockery or Glass Ware are invited
to call at c. NJ. Shaw's grocery aud crockcry
store. where can be found the most complete
and largest stock in the city.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

JOHN P. FLICK buys live poSltry for the
eastern markets; butter, eggs, &c, fat beef,
calves, hogs, etc. for the store and market.
Give him call before selling and obtain
prices. Main street, one block west OF
Shuler's warehouse.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

A committee has been appointed by Earl
Post e. A., of this city, TO arrange for an ex-
cursion to Chicago TO see the much talked OF
Panorama of the Battle Of Gettysburg.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
go

ATTENTION, ODD FELLOWS There will be
special meeting of Ottawa Lodge, No. q, at
their hall on Wednesday evening Feb. 18th.
Bu>inc,, of importance. By order Of the
Lodge. l.. 4. WILLIAMS, sec.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
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Notice,

All parties knowing themselves to be in.
debted to d. Maher will please call and settle
their accounts at the old stand on La Sale
street, where the books will be found for the
present. D. MAHER.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Greater Limit.

On and after Feb Nth every farmer can
buy tea and coffee fresh and sweet, (no pack.
age or half sweet roasts) for spring supplies
at wholesale at the American Tea Co. store
Hot tea always free for all
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
10 to 20 Per Cent. in the Shade.

10 to 20 Per Cent in the Shade.
Come this week and see that nearly all our
mems and boys oyercoatS have been reduced
to almost one half of their value, as we must
dispose of all stock possible before We com
mence to move, which will be very soon
Therefore do not miss this chance.
A. FRANK Il Co,
The Peoples Clother,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09
Mares for Sale.

L have at my stables, on the west side, a
number of young, sorrel, well-bred mares,
most of which are in foal by imported horses
that | am offering for sale.
HENRY Z. GHDNEY
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

The Williams & Hess tile and brick works
at Brickton, will probably begin the season :
work on Monday next.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

The principles of such men as lay ties
across railroad track for the purpose of
wreckng passenger train loaded with ii,
human freight, seems to have found lodg-
ment in the heart of some Ottawa person
On Thursday evening Of last week Peter
Egan's hack was standing in front of the
Clifton IIolcl, and some person, either for the
sake of mischief or for a criminal purpose,
unbucklcd the lines from the horses bits and
fastened them to other parts of the harness,
making a runaway almost certain, The hack
had brought some parties to the leap year
party then in progress, and was on the point
of starting for one Of the trains when the
driver Glanced to discover what had been
done. What the consequences might have
been, had not the discovery been made, are
too serious to contemplate, and the person
who pcrpetratcd the act may congratulate him
self that no serious results followed Mr..
Egan is one Of those whole sOuld gentlemen
who have few or no enemies and why any
one should play trick of this kind upon his
property can scarcely be imagined
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Of all sizes, printed on good paper, at Hape
man & Graham's. Orders by mail promptly
filed.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

1t may he true, hut We do not vouch for IL
One Of the brilliant east side school children
of tender age recently, in answer to the geo
graphical question, Where is Birmingham y
answered that ii was over at Mr.. Dcgcn's-fOr
he had been buiwjHg ham all the day before
When the teacher recovered She explained
that SD,okjng and bo7.ing were two separate
and distinct processes when applied to ham
nor were either directly or indirectly associ
ated with the English city that it was desired
to locate
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

built IA handsome cottage on the west half of
his property,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

If you want clothing for the boys don't fail
to visit A. Frank Il Co.'S great clearing out
sale before removal. \. FRANK & Co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

OLD PAPERx--Old newspapers, large sizes,
for sale a. this office. in lots TO suit.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

Valentines OF every variety, at Hapeman u
Graham's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1884-02-09

THE DEACoN.-On Sunday evening, Rev
&. $. Young, of the Methodist church, will
preach from the subject: "lhe Deacon, OF
This and That"