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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

A defendant of one of the early French
settlers, his grandfather distinguished Of
ficer of the Revolution, and his father
merchant and banker of Cincinnati, Donn
Piatt retains many OF the characteristics of
the Frenchman. A native of Ohio, he
studied law, was admitted to the bar, and
shortly after placed on the bench from which
he was appointed to the diplomatic service at
Paris by President Pierce. At the outbreak
of our civil war he entered as private, and
soon after accepted position on the staff of
Gen. Robert G. Schenck, serving with honor
through the war. In 1865 Col. Piatt was
elected from Logan county to the Ohio legis-
lature, here he made himself obnoxious to
the politicians by his advocation of reform
m .asures Sickening Of politics, with an
experience that has since proved invaluable
to him, he turnei his attention to journal-
SIN. For three years Washington correspond
ant of The Cincinnati Commercial he sup
piled that paper with letter a day during the
sessions of congress. These letters were
tremendous success, 'he reason for which
Col. Piatt says was that ''the American
public longed for personalities and / catered
to that taste. In Washington l found the
house cave of the winds, and the senate
preposterous fog-bank. My holding solemn
old pump of senator up to ridicule was as
startling as it was delicious to the public"
At the end of his three years work as cor
respondent he Joined with George Alfred
Townsend in starting The Washington Cap
itol TOWNSEND shortly afterwards retir, d
from the paper, as did Mr.. Piatt in time.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Dakotass Productive Soil.

lcl. L dVl
"Speakin' of productive soil," said the
man from Dakota, ''the hels has never been
told. A few weeks ago my wife said: 'Why,
John, b'lieve you've took to CROWN agin!'
I measured myself, on l hope Gabriel III
miss me at the final roundup if hadn't
grown six inches in two weeks. I couldn't
account for it for some time, till at last
tumbled 10 the fact that thar war holes in
my boots an the internal soil got in there
an done its work Did you see that boy
that was with me on the street this mornin'l
Looks like he war about eighteen years old.
Wal, about six months ago my wife sot ouI
six-months- kid down in the plowed
ground to play, an, gents I'll be billy bedog-
gone if But you wouldn't believe that
If told it. Yes, it's a wonderful country,
gents, a wonderful country! could sit
here for a year relatin actual facts, but
must rush out an do some tradin. I've got
to buy hatchet to shingle my barn with.
I left my old hatchet out over night last
week an in the morning it was a full-grown
AK Good-bye"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Florence Posl. n Hotel Clerk.

New YORK sun
florence, the actor, got little fun out OF
the anti-Jewish crusade at a summer hotel.
His jovinl face has Irish lines in it, but no
lineamsntcould be conSt-ued as Jewish. He
had read about the situation, and it came
into his mind as he walked up to the registry.
He wrote in the book IS Isancs, New FORK. I"
The clerk looked at the signature ia sudden
alarm. and then gazed earnestly into tho
comedians visage. as that your nama,
sirF' he stammered, quite thrown off his
usual steady balance. dot ish my name,
yes" was the reply, in excellent dialect
"I-socks-Solomon I-socks" ''Then I am
sorry to say that we can't give you a room.
At this point the bystanders laughed, and
the actors joke was duly noted for publica-
tion
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

The secretary OF the navy is a native of
New Hampshire and 40 years of age. At 20
of the legislature Of New Hampshire in
1862; afterwards became special counsel to
the navy department, and later first as
sistant secretary of the treasury, resigning
in 1867. Since then he has been an active
member of the Republican party, receiving
the cabinet appointment which he now holds
from President Arthur.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
bill Nye on Smiles,
TDenyer Opinion.

The modern stage, the modern press and
the modern pulpit have demonstrated that
it is not wicked to smile. This Is grand
stride toward the emancipation Of man from
the shackles of bogus gravity and the thral
dom Of bilious hypocrisy. I am proud to
Know that in my own native land it is not
Considered Hippant and giddy to smile, and
that men are actually obtaining an honest
livelihood by assisting nature.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
GEN. RUSSELL ALaER.

Gen. Alger's record is that of a successful
self-made man left an orphan at the age of
eleven. He worked and studied until he was
admitted to the bar at the age Of %. His
health gave way iron. excessive work and
study SO that he was compelled to abandon
law and engage in ths lumber business. He
entered the army and rose to the rank of
maior-general Since 1865 he has become a
giant among the lumber dealers Of this
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
How the Fire was Prevented.

1exaS oiItlnSS.J
Little Ike Schaumburg prevented h
fathers store from being burned down IL
other day. He said to the school teacher:
81 am not coming to school tomorrow"
"Why not, IsaacF'
because we are going to have fire in
our house tomorrow. heard pa tell ma SC
last night"
When Ike went home he told his father
about the conversation with the teacher, and
although most of the goods had been moved
out Of the store and the stock was insured
for twice its value, the confiagration has
not yet taken place. Little Ike, however,
has not found it any too cold
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

The father of Mr. Brewster ranked high
at the Philadelphia bar. Young Brewster
graduated at Princeton when 1S, was adj
mitted to the lar when %, and has won for
himself enviable distinction at the head Of
the legal profession. A sad accident has
marred his personal apps arance, but at thu
ago of 6s years he still retains the gallantry
and prnciseness of dress which has been {
marked characteristic of him. His wife is
beautiful and high comp is led lady.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Carresslng a Brother-in-Lavv,
[Peck's SUM.

At Passaic, N. J., last week, an emigrant
girl was married, and when her husband
refused to pay the BRIDES brother the ex-
pense Of her passage to America, he seized
his sister and held her for security of the
debt. For a moment the husband was stag
gered, but it suddenly dawned upon him
that the minister had given her to him for
his ownest own, and he fondled and caressed
his brothei-in-law to such an extent that
while carriage took the bride and groom
in one direction the patrol wagon carried
the br other in another.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
From One Point of View.

New London telegram.
On the train the other day was negro
singing troupe. and the prominent ''coloret
gemman" of the band seated himself in the
smoking car. When the conductor CANT
along he handed him some tickets, saying
"Dese tickets are for the three ladies in dc
odder car-two colored ladies and one un
coloredn
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Waterbury American: Forty-nine out Of
fifty unmarried school teachers who recently
took up their aLods in Washington territory,
have resigned and accepted-matrimony.
There is a good show for the fiftieth, al
though she is said to be mortal homely.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Not Too Proud.

A gentleman who owns fine tract of
cedar land not far from Austin, Tex, few
days ago was told that some negroes were
cutting lown the timber, so he rode out to
see about it. To his astonishment he found
o wealthy white neighbor, with team and
wagon, hauling off the timber.
"Why, am astonished, colonel" said the
owner Of the land. II heard that lot of
negroes were stealing my timber and here I
find you, white man, cutting my timber.
You ought to be ashamed of yourself"
'Wfn, to tell the TRUTH" responded the
other party, ~ do hate to steal the timber
like {. darkey, but these cedar trees make
such bully fence rails that I concluded to
drop all pride of race"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Works Of Art.

They were sitting on the porch Of the
Grand Union at Saratoga.
''Are you fond Of works of art, Mr..
Brownsp she asked.
"Very," he replied, gazing at her with un-
dis guised admiration.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Mr.. Claghorn was born in Philadelphia in
1917, succeeded to his fathers business and
became immensely wealthy, retiring in 1851
He died on August % last. He was one Of
Philadelphia's most public spirited and de-
voted citizens. Especially as a patron Of
the arts and in his jealous participation ir
every movement toward awakening in the
community an admiration and interest fol-
the beautiful in art will his generous hand
be missing His gallery of oil paintings.
filed with productions of the old masters, as
well as many important works of the mod IN
school, bore evidence to his exceptional ste
in this direction Mr. Claghorn also es.
sed fine collection of engravings, g, nings
and prints. This branch of the fine arts he
had made the study OF his life, and his en-
joyment of the engraver's work was even
greater than that which he obtained from
the canvas His collection of engraving
alone numbers fifty thousand. One of Mr..
Claghorn's proudest achievements was the
inception ami fruition of the School of De
sign for women, which now ranks high
among art schools in America.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
D. n. Gime Gables.
TOLEDO WABASH, ST. LOUIS & PA
CIFIC RY.

Nos. Il ana a. do not stop between Napoleon and
Toledo.
No. i3 stops at Defiance, B. & o. Junction, Cecil
and Antwerp only between Napoleon and Ft. Wayne.
Nos AZ aud 4S run daily. Other trains daily ex'
cept sunday.
No. IL do hot carry passengers west of
Defiance. Baggage will not be checked for freight
trains
Time given above is central time and is 24J< min
utes slower thab sun time.
J. X. wITHERs, Agent.
Napoleon.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Erysipelas and salt rheum was driven
entirely away from Mrs. J. G. Ander-
son, Peshtigo, Wis, by Burdock Blood
Bitters. TO equal asa blood purifier.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Land for Sale!

THE Undersigned will sell so acres of land situ-
ated in the west half Of the northwest quarter Of
section IL, town 4, range s, acres clear the bal
ance timber land. Title clear. For further infoT-
nation inquire ofW H. Burns on the adjoining
farm, of ANDREW SwARTs,
jamestown, Pa.
apl12-83tf Mercer Go.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

A man suffering from debility and
loss of appetite; he took two bottles OF
Hoods Sarsaparilla, gained ten pounds
and got well.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

For rheumatism, lumbago, neuralgia
cramp and collie there Is no remedy su.
perior to the genuine DR.. Thomas Elec.
trio Oil.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Patrick Ford began newspaper work as
printers boy on Garrison's Liberator in Bos-
ton. He afterward published paper in
Charleston, sc. With his present paper he
wields large influence among our citizens
of Irish birth. He has raised funds as great
as $500 for various patriotic purposes.
Mr.. Ford is Of an extremely retiring DISPOSE
tion. He lives in Brooklyn, NY, and is not
seen at tho office Of his paper in New York
more than once year.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Hens that are Getting too High.
Toned.

IburIngtoh HuWkeyeJ
An exchange says that Colorado hen re-
Gently laid an egg surrounded by bani
Things have come to a pretty pass if the
hens aren't going to lay any more eggs un
less music is furnished ior the occasion.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Gen. West Eas long been prominent citi
Acn OF Mississippi He was brigadier gen
s:al in the Confederate army; is at present ,
planter at Holly Springs, Miss, and finan
cially interested in some large enterprises o
that state
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Mr.. Harrison has been an active and in
fuential member of the Republican party
since its formation in 1856. He has served
several years in the state Legislatures; is a
lawyer Of considerable prominence, and on
several occasions before was mentioned as q
candidate for the governorship. ..
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
"Rough on Rats clears out Rats, Mice. 15c.
Trough on Corns," for Corns, Bunions. l5c.

"Rough on Rats clears out Rats, Mice. 15c.
Trough on Corns,'' for Corns, Bunions. l5c.
Thin people. "Wells' Health Rsnewer'' restores
health and vigor cures dyspepsia, &c. 81.
sRough on Toothache,' - instant relief. 15c.
Ladies who would retain freshness and vivacity
don't fail to try "W ellis Health Renewer.'
"Buchu-paiba,' great kidney and urinary cure.
Flies, roaches ants, bed bugs, rats, mice, cleared
out by "Rough on Rats" 15c.
ssRough on Coughs" troaches, 15c; liquid, CSC.
For children slow in development, puny and deli
cate, use "Wells' Health Renewer."
Enough on Dentist" Tooth Powder Tryit: 15c.
"
Nervous Weakness, Dyspepsia Sexual Debility
cured by "Wells Health Renewer.', 81.
Mother Swans Worm Syrup, for feverishness,
worms, constipation; tasteless. 25c.
Singing, irritation, all Kidney and Urinary com
plants cured by 'Buchu-pa 81.
Night sweats, fever, chills, malaria, dyspepsia,
cured by "Wells' Health Kenewer."
MY husband writes LADY, is three times the man
since using "Wells' Health Renewer." 81.
II you are failing, broken, worn out and nervous
use "Wells' Health Renewer." 81.
Prevalence of Kidney complaint in America
eBuchu- paipa'' is quick, complete cure 81.
July3-1y
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

This now famous jockey was brought up
OH the stock farm of Mr.. Case, the owner of
Jay-Eye-See. at Racine, Wisconsin. Though
but thirty years of age he has already shown
remarkable Judgment as trainer, and cool
ness and patience as a driver.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
FARM for SALE.

'INHE undersigned offers for sale the John Sites
l. farm, consisting Of 10 acres; about sne-half
cleared in section No. %, Richheld township Hen
ry county, Ohio. Terms reasonable.
Nov l-tf. MARTIN HNUPP.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
EAST BOUND-

Direct connections made In Union Depot at Colum-
bus for Newark, GAINESVILLE, Pittsburgh, Wheeling,
Baltimore, Washington and Philadelphia; also for
Dayton, Cincinnati, Louisville, and oil points South
and Southwest
M. Close connections at Toledo for Detroit and
ali points in Michigan and Canada
W.H.HARRISON,
Genr Passenger and Ticke,Agent,
COLUMBUS, o,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Hrogfrtp for Sale.
For Sale or Exchange.

EOR land In Henry county, sdesirable town prop
\ erty In Napoleon, consisting OF good frame
house aud barn with ivo lots. For further partieu
lars, enquire Of l.. L. 0rwig, NoRTHwEsr once.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

The Way to the Journalistic Heart.
IOi City Pa.) Blizzard.l 9
The editorial heart was gladdened through
The editorial stomach to-day by gift Of
some excellent apples and luscious peaches
from the store oil John McCune.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Money to Loan,
At @ and z Per Cent.

WE are prepared to furnish loans to any amount
w Low rate of interest on frst-cass mortgage
security Loans made only on improvedfarm prop
erty.
Forparticulars, ,applyto
CAMPBELL q VAN CAMPEN,
Dittenhayer block, Napoleon, o.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
A BARGAIN!
At Private Sale.

THE undersigned will sell at private sale the saw
mill and engine and all attachments, located Of
Liberty Center, Henry Coui ty, Ohio. The 4perty
must be sold, the location Is an excellent one the
machinery in the best condition, aud can be pur-
chased at a great bargain. Apply soon.
D X. BoWKER,
Sept. IL, l8S3.-tf. Receiver.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
Established 1850.
Ian! and i,sg'ss,, ls,,
NAPOLEON OHIO.

Best Farm in the county, so acres, miles from
Napoleon.
Brick house, brick barn, good water, land well
drained. Good time on deferred payments.
"a acre Farm, miles south of Napoleon. Good
frame building, fine orchard and good water. 90
acres cleared.
House and lots In Napoleon, only 8 squares west
from Conrt House and near the high school buidipg.
Will be offered cheap for next 6U days.
Farms and timber lands In all parts Of the coun-
ty. 1
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Thin people. "Wells' Health Rsnewer" resto
health aud vigor, cures Dyspepsia, &c. 81.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Flies, roaches ants, bed. bugs, rats, mice, clear
out by "Rough on Rats 16c.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Singing, irritation, all Kidney and Urinar
plants cured by "Buchu -paiba." 81.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Ladies who would retain freshness and vivat
don't fail to try "W ellis Health Renewer.'
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25
THERE'S MILLIONS IN IT;

and 10 mistade. Ifyou have deed or morfgageto
make, call on Daggett, he does all such business.
once with Justice Donovan. Humphey'sbiock.
Mayis-tf
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

For children, slow in development, puny and
cate, use "W elis' Health Renewer.''
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Nervous Weakness, Dyspepsia, Sexual De
cured by "Wells' Health Remover, 81.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1884-09-25

Mother Swans Worm Syrup, for feverishr
worms, constipation; tasteless. 25c.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1884-09-19
A Parrot Fifty Years.

The oldest inhasitant ia the zooIogie>
ii collection in the Regents Park Uoz-
tonl died the other day. This interest,"
ing individual vas specimen of The
black parrot from Madagascar (Cara-
copsis vasa,. 1t was presented to- the
society by the late Mr. Charles Tslfair,
corresponding member, so far beck as
July, 1880, just two years after tie gar.
dens were opered. This bird has there
fore lived for fifty-four years in .he gar
dens. How old the parrot was when il
arrived we can not learn beyond the
fact that it was represented as an adult
bird" Upward of half century may
appear a good old age for u bird 10 at
tain, but we know tina. 8 very much
more extended period of longevity is
claimed for parrots in our columns The
ancient black Yassa parrot seemed until
very recently to have carried bis hall
century of years lightly enough; never
theless, his keeper remarked that he
was . little dull Of late. although he fed
well. One morning. however, the par
rot was found dead in his cage. having
previously shown NO symptoms OF ilk
Aealth.-L0nd and WGtsr.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1884-09-19
DE .LOR OBJ 'PENSATION.

An so you's worn a hundred tousan' dollarl
Well Bimlech Jones, OATS er'ble rich, l
guess:
But still, you know, it doesn't alters foiler
OBJ all de gooi tings, money is de bes'.
I calkerlate dat Natures rudder fair
An dom glib all she has TO any man:
Her objec is 10 let each hab bis share,
An 50 to chen up tings much abe can.
She takes a notion for to build a hill;
But all de dirt OATS needed comes from
whar?
She digs a hole an keeps a diggin', till
She digs enough out here to put down oar.
xess 50 in life you'll fin it, I'll be boun';
Wheneper fortune towers to de sky,
It's logic for to cas- your eyes aroun'
An spec to fin q 'spondin hole clus by.
Well YOU has money an'-de rumatiz;
De money is de hill dat towers high.
Dose orie pains2 / tell you wat dey is.
WY, can you seer Dey is de hole, clus by.
Now, is heaify; OATS my hill. / spose.
But, bless you! wen we reckons smiles an
woes,
Ise jess as good as you, an you as me.
You has for dinner. 'possum ebbery day,
Vile plain corn cake is all can afford;
An yet, manage in some Gurus way,
To ben my he'd, an tank de giyin Lord.
De Lord has fixed tings putty nearly sauar:
You kin set down on dat fac, sartin' shore;
Den who is happiest? Oh. you's got me thar.
Wen know wen Def comes knockin at de
door.
Rev Plato johnson. in N. T. Independent
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1884-09-19
Destruction Of Food Products.

There is proyerb to the effect that
be who throws away bread shall live to
need it, or die for the want of it. The
dumping OF peaches into the river by
the carload, to keep the price up for
The stock On hand, is a parallel in
iquity. Last year the high price pesa-
toes were bringing brought such an
avalanche upon us that prices went BE-
low cost, and it was said that to- save
the market they were Withdrawn from
sale by being cast by the shipload Of
The dock. We ought to have some gen
sral law covering the destruction OF
food. While hungry wretches. gaunt
and hollow eyed, beg for food from door
to door. it is crime against nature tc
destroy food which might benefit them.
Like the pouring out of milk upon the
streets. under the authority OK law. be-
'ause it is supposed to be either skinned
wa:ered. it is an outrage and crime.
If milk is 10 be confiscatei, why may Il
not be given to the hospitals? The pre-
tense that it is unwholesome is all ?
sham. How man with reputation
as man of science ever could dIrect
such a criminal wrong, snd uphold HIM
self in it by the statement that the
dumped milk is unwholesome, is past
conception. Now, we believe, under
the new head of the Board OF Health, it
is no longer done.
When water is unwholesome and milk
IS also, then milk with little water in
it will be; but not till then. Watered
Or impoverished milk is a fraud. and
should be condemned and confiscated.
but not thrown away. - AnaertcGn
Ddirgnadn.
The Iola register. [volume] (Iola, Allen County, Kansas) 1875-1902, 1884-09-19

cred with the aid of glass. These.
when captured. are so mutilated by
channels plowed across their face so as
to make it impossible for them to be
used again. As they accumulate they
are destroyed from time to time, but
enough of them are retained to satisfy
the demands of curiosity. There is a
press somewhat rude in construction.
but which, in its operation. is pot in
ferior to those at tae Bureau of Engrav-
ing and Printing. There are many con
trivances for making bogus coin from
the silver dollar down 10 the nickel.
Some of those are hardened steel dies,
by which the coin are pressed. the pro.
cess being similar to that employed at
the United States mints. Others art
molds of iron. copper or plaster, in
which the coins are produced by the
casting process, with moltel metal.
There are few dies for gold coin--the
eagle, half eagle and quarter eagle.
There is so little gold in general circu-
laiion. however, that few attempts sre
now made to produce a counterfeit
Cnr. Chicago Inter Ccera