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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

1t was thought, when the eleva ted rail-
roads in New York were first built that
they would have the effect Of transf, rring
great many down town people TO the
upper end of the Island, which the new
railroads enable them to reach in the very
shortest time but to the surprise of many
down town New York is increasing al
rapidly in population as amy other portion
oi that city. New York has c, ased to
spread out on the sides-it can, in f'ct, no
longer do so, as il is shut IN between two
rivers, and 40 it is growing upward to-
ward the skies, and the buildings are he.
coming higher and higher. The eiGh,
and nine story apartment houses, which
used 10 attract 40 much attention a few
years ago, are now looked down npon by
the Osborne, new building of fifteen
stories and guaranteed absolutely fir,
proof, the partitions being of brick anr
the beams of iron. A companion to til,
Osburne is the Dakota, another lofty al
partment house, nearly completed, an.i
containing twenty-five spacious suits o
rooms. Al this rate Of progress 1t will b,
but few years before they begin plan
ming buildings of twenty stories, unless the
New York Sun succeeds in getting law
prohibiting houses of over ten f,ors-
something that will have to I've done sooner
or later for the protection of their neigh
bors and To prevent the streets from be-
coming mere alleys, INTO which ray oi
light never strayS.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
DEMOCRATIC MEETING.

The Democrats Of Perrysburg Township
are requested to meet at the Office of
Esquire Curtis on Monday evening next,
July 81, for the purpose of organizing
and also to make arrangements for raising
hickory pole.
BY order Of committee.
NORRIS MCCADE.
JACOB ARTz.
GEO. WITTMANN.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

We are IN receipt OF copy OF the Ek
Mountain Pilot, In which we find the busi-
ness card of Miller u Barr, Civil Engi.
neers,'ns well ns several items pertaining 10
their mining interests, and the following
personal; "E. q. Miller, civil engineer
and surveyor, formerly oil Leadville and
Bonanza, arrived last week and VIII locate
here. lie is interested IN some valuable
property with Garrett Fitzgerald in Red
well Basin" Mr.. Miller evidently went
TO Colorado to stay, and will soon be a
nio,eer ot that State. He left berc some
nine years ago n mere lad, Just out Of
school, and bcated in Leadville, partly
Nth tho hona of rec.;r;po beal,b and
also with some visions OF the hidden treas
ures IN .he goioen stMe. ne nus not peen
aYnress;ng , des;re IN re,nrn.
r.,-
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"A new oo""'eIies sio o'i'er 0er''n-
cafe OIL the series vi iooo mas peeh report.
Gu W '"o " .. Ss''e' Sei ''oe ',''o" vi
the treasury Dep"r'heh' u. washington
Ahis couh'eriei' is pro"u'eo ny ',e pho
'ograph'c pen anu INK pro'eas' a'u AZ n'S'
s'ght mas iair appearances, out VIII ho'
bear close examination. Ihe counterfeit
Is one quarter oil an inch shor'er than the
genuine. On the back, in law, "And all
public dues. and when 40 receiyed.n the
.I ~ =. nu,;,,od .,d ,ho ,,o wora.
"o," -" :, o',''''' '"u '"' WV %
when 10" read rs one WORD, there 1eihg
no space between them. The Treasury
numbers are uneven. and do not have
that fine. c,ear.cut appearance that Is OBJ
served on the genuine.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
"BE KuND TO THE pI Dn.r

Be kind to the dude,
Have pity, l say,
Fer odd attitude
Aud curious way.
Bu Il tnder q flower
Must be used with caro-,
II blooms for n tow,r
Offashion so raro.
Fe kind to the dude.
BE gentle and bland,
For ways that arc rudos
He never can stand.
80 fragile a thing
Rough blasts will hut break.
And rudencss will bring
Him to a heart ache.
Be kind to the dude,
The creature OF fame,
The last OF the broou
That Darwin did name.
As first of our race
Here's much thoughtful rood,
His ancestors rctrace
And be kind to the dude.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

As Answer wsnt~d--csn ssy On,
srias rs case uf Kidoey -r Lives c.s,r.'-i,,
thst Electric Bittes win ma -r-<his cure
We say they eau rot, a. tl,,ussnd- &c esses al
resdy pcrmancntiv currd aud who srs dali,
recar m-uding Electric Bit-r-. ~iiI pruv~
Brishrs Disease, Diabetes, west Hack, or AZ,
urinary compisiu, quickly cured. Ttey purit,
the blood, regulate the bowels, and act dirccti,
on the diseased parts Every batt,e guaranteed
For sale at soc. bottle by Tsyir g. Miller.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
Soldiers, aud SaIlors, ReunIon..

Soldiers and Sailors ReuniOn.-
ON Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday
July 2sth, 2sth and Both. a monument
will be dedicated at Dayton, and there
will be reunion of the soldiers and sail
ors Of the Nation. The dedication will
be made with appropriate ceremonies.
music and speeches. There will be camp
fires, FIRE works, sham battles, reviews,
reunions and happy time generally for
each day during the three days.
Also the Ohio Association of ex-Prison-
ers OF war will hold meeting in the City
Hall in Dayton, commencing on the 29Ih
and continuing three days. It is expected
that the Ohio Association, Columbus and
Cincinnati Divisions Of same, and Cleve-
land and Toledo Associations Of Union
ex-prisoners Of war will be present.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
BURDOCK BLOOD BITTERS.
WHAT rs 1rs

A strictly vegetable prepa-
ration, composed of a choice
and skillful combination of
Natures best remedies. The
discoverer does not claim 1t a
cure for all the ills, but boldly
warrants it cures every form
of disease arising from a tor
pid liver, impure blood, dis
ordered kidneys, and where
there Is a broken down condi-
tion Of the System, requiring a
prompt and permanent tonic,
1t never fails to restore the
sufferer. Such is BURDOCK
BLOOD BITTERS. Sold by all
druggists, who are authorized
by the manufacturers to re-
fund the price to any pur-
chaser who Is not benefited by
their use.
PRICE, @1.oo-
FOSTER, MILBURN & CO., Props,
BUFFALO. NEW YORK.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

LADiS MEDICAL ApvIsER-A complete
Medical Work for Women, handsomely bou,d
in cloth and illustrated {; postpaid for 10 two
cent stamps. Tells how to prevent and cure
all diseases of the sex. by treatment at home
Worth its weight in Gold to every lady suffer-
ing from anv of these diseases. Over 10000
sold already. Address NUSDA PUBLISHING
Co., Nunda, II. Y.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
nj AR IlIED.

WILSON-KREPS.-At the residence oi
the brides mother, in Perrysburg, July
Is, 1884. by Rev. w. ii. Scales, Rev.
A. NJ. WILSON. Railroad Secretary ol
Y. NJ. c. A, Toledo, and Miss NELLIE
E. KREPs, of Perrysburg.
The above event took place at 7:30 A
NJ, and the happy twain stnrted on the
morning express train for Cincinnati and
st. Louis, on a ten days wedding tour
after which they are expected to return
aud make their home IN Perrysbnrg, fI
some time at least. They carry with them
the congratulations of n host of yon, 6
friends for n pleasant tour aud u hapl y
journey through life.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

1T should lie remembered that Perrys-
burg and vicinity has Cancer Physician
that cures cancers quickly and permunen' :
ly, wiihoni cutting, burning or pain. Also
cures caugl,s and chronic diseases.
Mrs. DIR. NICHOLS,
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
HANOVER. o., Feb. Is. 1884.

After having lung fever mud Pneumoni,
j had a dreadful cough and coul,l not slice,
Mt night. The doctors told the lnd Con
sumption aud would ,lie. have taken 81,
bottles Pi-s's Cure aud my cougl, is entirel,
gone aud am well as ever
EMELINE FoRD.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
EUREKA OINTMENT.

The universal family remedy for the cure Of
Inflammation Of all kinds, laneness, soreuess,
.prains. bruises, chaang. erupiions Of the skin,
piles. cr0np, catarrh and cakcd breasts OF nurs-
ing women. Mothers. you need suffer no longer
breast relieved at once. Try It and you will
never be without it, Ask your draggist for It,
or 1t will he sent post paid to any address for 25c.
Address, EUREKA REMEDY co..
2m4 Toledo. U.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
LATEST nv rELErmore.

Mics Ada Raab stsrted yesterday morn
ing for Otis, Ind. for a visit with her
brother Frank.
Ex-Msyor Brewer and Ex.Sheriff Henry
were In town Wednesday on business.
Miss Carrie l.. Hopkins started on Monday
for a visit with relatives aud friends In Uievs-
land.
Miss T.. L. Prayer, OF Ripley, Ohio, 10 spend
ing her vacation In q yisit with her uncle, Mr..
A. W. Lee.
Miss Mamie witrler, Miss Nellie Csilsrd aud
Mr.. Chss. witzler visited Detroit yesterday via
steaner Waite.
Mr.. g. G. Taylor arrived home yesterday
from ten days visit With his father and mother
at Eureka, Kansas.
Mrs. d. Lampmen, son and daughter, Halle
and Daisy, are visiting friends in Detroit and
Canada this week.
Miss Nellie Bloomfield will start in day or
two for a vacation visit with her friend, Miss
Nellie Denison, Of Cleveland.
Mrs. r. A. weimors and Mr.. Ed. l.. Blue
and wife, let on Saturday for trip To Duluth,
under the care Of Capt. F. A. Wetmore Of the
Propeller Hopkins.
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their home in BRYAN.
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Cleveland. arrived here to- day and Is the guest
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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
PEABODY HOTEL.

Tho Peabody Hotel on 9th street, one and a
ha,fsquarcs South of the Postoiicc is DOW being
entirely renodelcd enlarged. and newly fur
nishci SO as TO be one Of the finest and most con-
vencnt hotels in the city of Philadelphia. 1t
has no bar aud Is strictly family house, where
ladies aud gentlemen eau have all the comforts
OF home retirement and quietude and yet be In
amusement, business and churches. The house
L. conducted on the American and European
plan that rooms can be had with without
board, ranging from nfty cents TO one dollar per
day Meals, 10 TO 80 cents. Clergymeu taken
at half rates. w. PAINE, NJ. d. Owner.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Watch ana Chain LOst.-Between the
base ball grounds and Fitzgerald's lemon
ade stand, next door to the Postoffice, a
watch and chain. Cases were plain gold
hinged, open face, four of silver cases new
Warren N. E. works. key wind, face sci
with two checks on dial. Also fob chain
without charm. The finder will be liber.
ally rewarded by leaving watch and chain
at this office.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Horse Stolen.-A bay Texas pony,
white stripe in face, branded rs. S." on
right hind leg, WAS stolen from Edwin
Colyer, oil Tuesday night last. A liberal
reward will be paid by Jacob Artz for in
formation that will lead to its recovery.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Ed. JouRNAL:--Plense inform your
readers that will be candidate before
the Republican Convention for renomina-
tion for the office Of Prosecuting Attorney,
and that respectfully solicit the support
of all who think favorably Of my past
official record. JAMES O. TRouP.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Brainard's Musical Worid.-The
July number of tlis ever welcome illus
trs,ed musical mon,hly comes duly 20
hand, and 10, rs usual, repiete with good
things. The miscellany is interesting; tho
correspondence, mumcal news, hints TO
ieachers, etc, fully up to their customary
high standard, while the beautiful engrav.
ings are sure TO please. The music thi.
month is -al.o good, and includes two ma
tional songs or hymns. which are IN de-
mand just now; also two sparkling piano
pieces aud u delightful song and chorus.
The WORLD is the oldest musical maga-
zine in the country. Price 10 cents per
copy; or, ST so per aonum. IN Tiled to any
address For sale bv the principal music
md news dealers. Published by s. Brain
ards Sous, Euclid Avenue, Cleveland
Ohio.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Bsiiou.--rbo AaFass s--sr q B.iss-s'
hssss'oe is ready. and vfii b rsss vifh frssr-
eat. The leading iiirstrshoes are seed. s.s
the subjects timely. rhsu foi,sws the trtcrers-
ing story Of "0n Lsud and Sea- BY wilfisu,
n. Thomes. author Of "vhe Belle cf Australia. :
and "a s,sver's Adveu,ures.- - full Of io,eres,
and information, as I, teiis how the s,ewsrd Of
the ship was ccred Of an attack Of iovs fw a
Mexican woman by shaving hts head and how
dozen different articles, all good domestic mat
ters. correspondence, eto., making ono of the
best mag sines In the country, and the cheap
est az well. II Is only is cents for susle
copies, or $3.50 per year, posipsid. Address,
Thomes a Talbot, 73.Hswley Street, huston.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

A Single Man AgaIn.-N. NJ. Howard
is single man at last, the divorce he was
praying tor as hrst publeshed in the Post,
having been granted. He is pushing 10
the front of church and public matters in
Marseilles, Ill.,, where he resides. He is n
teacher in Sunday school, and at the
Fourth OF July celebration read the Decla.
ration OF Independence. The sweet singer
Miss Clark, whose charms have been no
closely identified with Mr.. Howsrd's affairs
for several years, is boarding IN Derry, N
H. The gossips are talking of a marrige
IN the fnll.-7oledo Post.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
ANNOUNCEMENTS.

ED. JOURNAL The name OF Guy G.
Nearing will be presented in the Republic
can Convention, to be held August eth, as
a candidate for the Office Of Probate Judge,
subject to the decision OF the convention.
MANY REPUBLICANS.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
Reunion OF the 25th o. V. '. l.

Reunion OF the 25th o. V. Y. l.
There will be reunion of the members OF
this gallant old regiment nt Freeporl,
Wood county, Ohio, on the 25lh of Sep.
tember. Arrangements for the accommo'
dation of all the "old boys" have been
made, so arrange your business to be there
and have N grand good time.
Fremont and Cincinnati papers please
copy.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

MTANTED-Evcry Saw Mil owner to know
w that am tho only Practical Saw Mannfac-
urer In Toledo, and have made saw making n
life study in all Its branches All work en-
and war; ntcd in every particular. Address all
ordersto II BARrLEY N2 5. Clair st. ToLEpo, o
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

cAllIC Wanted every Saw MIL owner
NAWS to know that am manufacturing
and dealing In Saws OF eyeryde'
cKEpon SsO Re1Ps Hay and rning
made to order. All kinds OF Saws repaired at
easonable ratee, and warranted in every par.
iicnlar. A. MERTZ. Practical Saw Mannfactur-
| cr, No. IA ct. Clair Street, corner Washington.
ToLBpo O. 3s}zE
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
ToDyspeptics.

The most common signs of Dyspcpsia, or
Indigestion, are m oppression at tho
stomach, nausea, hatulencX water-brash,
heartburn, vomiting, loss of appetite, and
constipation. Dyspeptic patients suffer un-
told miseries. bodily and mental. They
should stimulate tho digestion, and secure
regular daily action of the bowels, by tho
use of moderate doses Of
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Never fails to cure In any case when used
soothing, which win recommend 1t to all. For
full description read circular. Thousands OF
gist for one before they are an gone Regular
size Atty cents. Manufactured by .'The World
Imperial Cstarrh Cream Co." Jamestown. n. Y.
Sold by Taylor Il Miller and A. X. Champney.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
Jim Laird and Peusion Fraudx.
lBlue Springs, (Neb.l Mot r.


We think James Laird, OF the second
congressional district, deserves the praise
of every soldier in the Union. The most
sensible bill yet introduced in congress- for
the relief Of deserving .oldiers ia the hand |
work Of Laird. The following are some
Of the lending features as prepnred by him,
passed by the committee aud reported
favorable TO the house:
Fint, thar soldiers who passed the ex-
amin alton of the surgeons Of tile United
State, and were regularly mustered IN
shall be deemed TO have been physically
sound when 40 accepted; second. that
after three months service in the field. all
injuries sustained shall be presumed to
have been received in the line of duty
unless shown 10 the contrary; and third
that all pensioners and applicants for pen,
sions shall have the comm )n-liw right of
being made acquainted with the names oil
their Hccusers in the event Of charges be
ing fled against them IN the pension
Office.
THIS bill will afford relief to Thousands
Of soldiers who are now physical wrecks,
the result Of service in the field, and who
have not yet drawn pension, because
they find il difficult TO prove their ply.
| steal condition prior to the war.
The dudes OF the east, who think the
intelligence Of the nation is centered in
them and the west has only cowboys and
hood mms, have dabbled with the pension
lawp ior twenty years now, and strange NJ
it may seem they have never thought o
western men to remedy this ,errible ours,
and blot upon our fair fame.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
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PERRYSBURG MARKET.
Sold by all Druggists,
CORRECTED pv y. L. KrsosBuRY

CORRECTED Bv y. L. KIRosBuRY
PERRysBuRo, o., July l8, 1884.
Wheat.... 75QDl00l Eggs ........ lao
Corn u 100 lbs. 8ocIPlour y bbl$4 400 30
do shelled ..45 % 50o0ats. So. 80. go. '36c
Dressed Beef. .-7@8clRye .-.......'.. bbc
PORK u bb. $40 "a 22Clover seed q bu s. so
Hogs.... ....... 7XcChickens q lb ..6 D Q
Potatoes. 80sTprkeys y lb i, 100 lilo
Apples q bu.'.. ..16c Beans, navy.-.' '.'$2 70
DRIED apples -. 6@8c Lard ...'....... ..loo
Dutter. r......l2 q l7clFsathers .... $50, Doc
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
NoTT0".

II. Hcrrlrk. 2gB Summit st. tnear Cherry
Toledo, o. will sell his present large slock of
single and double harnesses cheaper than they
manufacture any more at present prices. !m!}
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18

Peter rson.-rkTFRsoss MAGAZINE for Au-
gust leads OF with a capital steel engraving
"Meelin's Out" from the o'iRinsl picture by
e. l.. Henry, one ofthe very best things we
have ever seen. and thoroughly American. The
tales, sketches, etc. etc.. are all original. and
are unusually good "Some Creole Blossoms
Is a story Of remarkable originality and power
"Lord Avalon" goes on spirledly, and so does
| tho noveiet by Mrs. Stephens. We have often
said that every lady Of refinement should take
this magazine. and Ne now repeat the advice
The price Is but Two DoLLAKs q year. will
great deductions 10 clubs. Address CHAs. j.
PETERSON, 500 Chestnut ST., Philadelphia, Ps
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
Ayers Pills.

After tho bowels aro regulated, one of these
Pills. taken each day after dinner. is usually
all that is required to complete the euro.
AYERS PILLS arc sugar-coated and purely
vegetable "a pleasant. entirely safe, and ro-
liable medicine for the cure of all disorders
OF tho stomach and bowels. They arc
tho best Of all purgatives for family uso.
PREPARED ny
Dr.J.C.Ayer & Co., Lowell, Mass.
Sold by all Druggists
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1884-07-18
School Books and Stationary, at
A. X. CHAMPNEY's

Rev. W. Mix, having returned to
Eastern Ohio, for his family, expected Mr..
A. M. Wilson to supply his pulpit, but
the latter being absent from town there
will be no preaching next Sabbath.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1884-01-24

the election day which proved fatal to him The
letter of warning, signed $50" Mr.. Burnett de-
cares to be in the handwriting of Mead the
Hazlehurst lawyer, and chairman of the Dem
ocratic executive committee. This is an exact
copy:
J. P Matthews: AS the election is approaching and
we expect to have warm times in this section, and
you and your brothers. as we think being at the bot
tom of the mischief and crimes committed by the
negroes in this county, determined to have
peace here and fairness, and we warn you now that
will hold you and your brothers personally respon
sble for all acts of violence committed by negroes in
this county. This is plain talk and we mean what
say. You have been borne with by this people
until they have become tired and forbearance
to be virtue, you may beware Your brother
has already tried to commit assassination, and
citizens will now act i'll our defense against you and
your assassins. So beware. 150
Mathews took this letter to the sheriff of Co
piah county, and all the satisfaction he could get
was the offer of the sheriff to appoint him
(Mathews) his deputy for the purpose of going
out to arrest this mob of l50 who were then rid
ing up and down the country whipping and
shooting negroes. Afterward the "150" who
were determined to have peace here and fair
ness" secured them by shooting Mathews as he
was depositing his vote.
The other document isequally remarkable and
explains itself. 1t was delivered to Mathews
three days before he was murdered 1t reads as
follows
Whereas, We have been informed of certain threats
OF personal violence against Messrs J. F. Thompson
Marion McCree James Horton, w. NJ. Mitchell and
j. w East, and believing have good reason to
do that these threats melted by members of the
Matthews family therefore, be it
~ Resolved, That if Mr.. Thompson, McCree, or
Horton, or Mitchell or East, any more of
them be molested or disturbed IN any manner what
ever the Matthews brothers shall be held accountable
and nothing less than their blood will satisfy.
The foregoing resolution was adopted by a
meeting of the citizens of Copiah county on the
Sd day of November, 1888
The only reason for passing this bloodthirsty
resolution the fact that prosecution had
been begun against the men named for killing
negro. This considered by the $50 citizens
such disturbance" of these pleasant gentlemen
that nothing less than the blood of the Matthews
family would satisfy.