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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25


With all her other troubles-in Egypt,
and Ireland, and Asia-old England has
also been passing through a serious agricul-
tural crisis, in which the ancient proyerbial
expression, "as good as wheat" lost its
force, for the price of that commodity touch
ed.the lowest point it has reached in the life
of this generation. What brought on the
crisis, what were its effects, and what reme-
dies have been proposed, are questions that
concern the American almost as much as
or consumer of wheat; and they are very
ably and clearly discussed in an article by
William f. Baer; editor of the Mark Lane
Express, in che North American Review for
April. In the same number, Charles Dud-
ley Warner presents an interesting Study
of Prison Management" while Robert Bu-
chanan, the English poet, discusses Free
Thought in America T. V. Powderly "'The
Army of the Disconnected" and Prof. Hunt
How to Reform English Spelling" The
other articles are: 'The Laws Delay" by
Chief-Justice Thomas +. Hargis." and
characteristics of Persian Poetry" by A.
Z. Spoford. But what will probably attract
the most immediate attention in this num-
Der IS the department of comments" con-
sisting of briefcriticisms of articles that have
appeared in the Review. Murat Halsted's
political article in the March number is here
discussed by three writers-a Democrat, a
straight Republican and an Independent Re
publican. Richard II. stoddard comments
with good deal of feeling on Max Muller's
Buddhist Charity" and other correspon-
dents take this pleasant opportunity to offer
a single thought where an extended article
would, perhaps, find neither room nor read
ers
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

The winter term of school in many of the
districts Of the county are about closing, and
the teachers are hieing themselves away to
their homes. The schoo. year has been
very successful, and free from the disturbing
influences that sometimes arise.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

ANorHER PRivArE BANK GOES UNDER
Between eight and nine o'clock Thursday
morning notice was posted on the door of
". W. Keim E Co.'S bank, in Johnstown.
announcing that the bank had suspended
payment. The firm had always been con-
sidered perfectly safe, and the announce
ment ofits suspension created great furry
and excitement among the citizens ofJohns-
town. 1t is said that the failure is due their
inability to collect or realize on outstanding
accounts and securities, and failure of par
ties to pay up promptly. The institution
was established in 1872 with cash capital
of $4,000 and has always done good busi-
ness, the depositors being mostly country
people throughout Cambria county, and the
northern end of Somerset county. Mr..
Keim makes the usual claim that in time
all his crrditors will be paid dollar for dollar.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25
MARRIED

FORR-BRANT.-On Thursday, March
10, 1885, at Berlin. Pa, by Rev. John II.
Knepper, Mr.. McCelvey Forr, of Broad Top,
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

a successful protracted meeting is in pro-
gress in the NJ. E. Church, under the
auspices OF Rev. Pershing, assisted by
DR.. Weakley, of Berlin. There have
been ten additions since the meeting COM
menced.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Says the Valley Echo: Harry Strickler,
Deputy Collector of Internal Revenue, has
had an accession TO his household hand
some girl baby. That is why he smiles.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

The Bedford County Commissioners are
having their court house and jail repaired.
Our Commissioners propose doing the
same thing during the coming summer.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Mr. and Mrs. J. X COfroth have suffered
a terrible bereavement in the death of their
only child, Alexander, by diphtheria, on
Tuesday morning. They have the sympa-
thy of the entire community in their grey
sorrow.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

The large residence Of Mr.. Samuel J. Cole
man, at Coleman's station, on the line of
the S. & C. Railroad was totally destroyed
by fire Monday night of last week.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25
I EGAL NOTICE.

In Re estate of Jos. @. J In the Orphans Court
Coleman, decd Sof Somerset Co., Pa
And now TO wit, 5th Ma ch, 1855. on motion of
Valentine Hay. Esq, the Court appoint John q.
Kimmeil, Esq, Auditor, 10 ascertain advance
ments and make and report distribution of the
funds In the hands of A. F. Dickey, Executor of
the last will and testament Of jos. @. Coleman,
decd. to and among those legally entitled thereto
Somerset County, SS
! - Extracts from the Record. Certified 5
SEAL March, 1855.
CHAS. c. SHAFER, Clerk.
Notice is hereby given 10 all parties interested
that will attend TO the duties Of the above ap-
pOfntment ut my office In Somerset Pa. on Friday
the S0th day of April, 1855 at o'clock when and
where all persons interested can attend II they
think proper.
J.O. KIMNELL,
mar11. Auditor
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A DMIN1srRAToR's NOTICE.

Estate of Solomon J. Baer, decd late of Somer
set Twp, Somerset Co., Pa,
Letters Of administration on the above estate
having been granted to the undersigned by the
proper authority, notice is hereby given to all
persons indebted to said estate to make immedi-
ate payment, and those having claims against the
same will present them duly authenticated for
settlement on Saturday, April ls 1855, at the
Store Of Baer Bro, Luil p. o.. Somerset Twp.
W. s. BAER,
WA, SEIBERT,
uarll. Administrators.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Sunday night of last week the residence
Of Mr.. Benton Rishebarger at Meyersdale,
was entirely consumed by fire, caused by
the explosion ola coal oil lamp.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Rev. c, c. B. Duncan has moved into the
residence Of Samuel Gather, Esq, on South
street. Mr.. Gather has gone to Erie, where
he will make his home with his son Charles.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Friday was one OF the coolest and storrni-
est days we have had this winter. The
mercury went down several degrees below
zero Friday night.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25
|, NJ. HoLpERBApN. H. G. HoLpERsAux
SOMERSET CLOTHING HOUSE.

We have leased Room No. 2. Baer Block.
and propose to open an Extensive Line oi
Clothing and Gents Furnishing Goodz in i
on the ist day Of fApril, 1885, under the man.
agement of the junior partner. H. G. Hol-
derbaum.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

DR.. Albert P. Brubaker's many friends
Will be pleased to learn that he was one day
last week elected to the professorship of
Physiology ia the Pennsylvania Dental Col
lege, at Philadelphia.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

A number of new houses will be erected
in Somerset this year. This viii give en-
ployment to number Of our mechanics,
who have had but little to do during the
winter.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Friday last was the day fixed upon for
letting the contracts for furnishing ties for
the South Pennsylvania Railroad.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

RAILROAD PRoGREss.-The South Pennsyk
vania will be one of the most expensive
railroads ever built in this country, the
cause being the mountainous nature of the
country through which the line runs.
More than six miles of the road between
Harrisburg and Pittsburgh are under
ground. The survey cost $4,000 and thus
far the construction has cost sl,50O,0oo. 1t
will not be the great road that was first
projected. The immense expenditure re-
quired for double-track line induced the
capitalists at the head of the enterprise to
drop to a single track, andto make other i'm
portant notifications OF the original plans.
The Chambersburg Spirit publishes the.
following semi-official table of. general
progress made in the various tunnels of the
line up to Feb u:
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

A baptistry has been constructed in the
Sabbathschocl room ofthe Disciples church.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Those of our citizens who will have to
change residence in the spring are preparing
to fit on the 1st.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

The sleighing continues excellent in the
country.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Colonel Milton Stewart, former Somer-
partment Commander of the Grand Army of
the Republic of Kansas and Fort Scott.
The following high tribute 20 his personal
worth are taken from the Ia gle. daily pa
per published at Wichita, Kansas. In nspeak-
ing of his candidacy the Eagle says: while
il may not be just in place for political pa
per to say anything tending to influence
men IN such contest, we feel that the del
egates will excuse the Eagle for speaking a
good word for man so universally esteem
ed and admired by the people of his home
city as is Col. Milton Stewart. If single
fault can be attributed to him as as indiyid-
ual-and the time was when such a lack
would have rather been named as a virtue
than a fault-it is his extreme diffidence and
modesty when it comes to any personal
preferment or honor. In all matters pertain
ing to the public welfare to society, civic
and religious. few men can be found more
earnest or active. For others he is ever
ready to do, for himself ever modest and un-
pretending. As to his record as soldier,
one whose sterling worth and unfinching
bravery carried him from the ranks to the
second in command Of his regiment, his
comrades in convention at Fort Scott, to-day
viii probably need no enlightenment. His
cause nor his character will be wanting in
warm advocates and admirers. As to any
opposition for whatever cause or from what
ever source. il can in no way attack his
character as q citizen or his record as a sol
dier. If he is not honored it will be be-
cause of no lack of merit or support from
those who know the man.
After his election the same paper says
Most heartily do We congratulate the boys
in blue" of Kansas, upon the choice made
by them oftheir department commander in
the person of our fellow townsman, Col. Mil
ton Stewart. OF the seven men who were
candidates for majority ofthe seven hum
dred votes cast. Col Stewart was the young
est. In the list Of candidates appeared the
names Of ex-Gov. Geo. 7. Anthony, Major
wiseman and General Taylor, so that Gar
held Post, and the friendly posts Of this and
adjoining counties, who warmly secunded
the candidacy of Col. Stewart may we'll
plume themselves upon . great victory ~
Col. Stewart IS . brother of Mrs. H. +.
Schell, and is we'll known to many of our
citizens and readers.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

A bin has passed the Senate and Is now i n
the House, changing the time for catching
trout As the law now stands trout can be
caught from April. LIST to August lst If the
present bill becomes Law it will be Ia wful
to catch trout only during the months of
May. June and July.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

Spring fashion-plates haye made their aP-
pearance.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25
| DMINIsTRAToR's NOTICE.

"A '' u :" = ." 'o' 'N'
Estate Of Margaret Hanlin, decd, late Of Jenner
Twp. Somerset Co., Pa.
Letters Of administration on the above estate
having been granted to the undersigned by the
proper authority, notice Is hereby given to all
persons indebted to said estate to make immedi-
ate payment, and those having claims against the
same will present them duly authenticated for
settlement on Saturday. April 25 1885, at the res
idence of Jacob Stuff, in Jenner Twp.
JAMES STUFFT,
marls. Administrator.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

FISHERS Book SToRE.-This well estab-
lished, old and reliable Book, News and
Stationery Store was moved on February 2,
1885, from its old, cramped and insufficient
quarters to the large elegant and convenient
new store room directly opposite Cook &
Beerits. In these oommodious quarters
specially fitted up for its occupancy the
stock of books, news, and stationery has
been very greatly enlarged. Special atten-
ton will be paid to the wholesale trade.
School Books, School supplies, Paper, En-
yelopes, Inks, Pens, Almanacs, Pencils,
Blank Books &C., will be bought in large
quantities direct from manufacturers. which
will enable this establishment to job to town
and country merchants at such figures as
will make it advantageous TO buy there.
To retail buyers an almost innumerable
line of goods will be offered. Always for
sale an extensive and varied assortment
of Poetical works, Histories, Books of Tray
ell, Novels, Lutheran and Disciple hymn
books, Dictionaries, Childrens Toy books,
Magazines, Reviews, Daily papers, Story pa
pers and general line of reading matter.
Day school and Sunday school Reward
Cards. Lawyers and Justices blanks, Blank
Books and Marriage Certificates. Mail or
&rs solicited CHAs. H. FIsxgR.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25
A UDIToR's NOTICE.

n nnl7E send Z esazs aor post
~ KIAEu sgs and receive free
costly box Of goods. which WI help you 70 mere
monsy right away than anything else In th.s
World All Of either sex. succeed ffom nrst hour.
The bread rosd to fortune cpon8 bo1ore the vofr
ers. Absolutely sure. At ones address, TRrx Z
Co. ,Augusta. Maine. l.n1~
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

A Coon BrLL.-Following is the text OF
the bill introduced in the Legislature by
Mr.. Horne. of Cambria, which has passed
third reading:
SECrIoS /. Be Il e7sacted By the Senate and
House Of Representatives Of the Commonwealth
Of Pennsylvania, in General Assembly met, and
ii is hereby enacted BY authority Of the same,
That from and after the passage of this act
it shall be lawful for any attorney and coun-
sellor at law who shall have been duly ad-
mitted TO practice in any Court Of Common
Pleas and Ia the Supreme Court of this Com
monwealth to be admitted to practice in any
other court in this commonwealth upon
motion simply and filing. together with his
certificate of admission to the Supreme
Court, certificate of the Presiding Judge of
the county from whence he came setting
forth that he has a reputable professional
standing and Of unobjectionable character.
SEo.2 2. That all laws or parts Of laws in
consistent herewith be and the same are
hereby repealed, any rule, usage. or practice
to the contrary hereof is hereby declared
unlawful and void.
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A DMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.

Estate Of Sarah Thomas. late of Turkeyioot Twp.
Twp, Somerset Co., Pa, decd.
Letters Of administration on the above estate
having been granted to the undersigned by the
proper authority notice Is hereby given to all
persons indebted TO said estate to mako immedi-
ate payment, and those having claims against the
same vill present them duly authenticated for
settlement on Saturday, the 2Sth day Of March,
1885, al the Office Of the Administratoc, In Con-
nuenee Borough, Pa.
VS.. MOUNTAIN,
feb18. Administrator.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25

This is the coldest March we ever expert
enecd.
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A DMINISTRAToR'S NOTICE.

IA
Estate Of Rachel Wahl, decd, late Of Summit
Township, Somerset County, Pa.
Letters Of administration on the above estate
having been granted to the undersigned by the
proper authority notice Is hereby given to all
persons indebted to said estate TO make immedi-
ate payment, and those having claims against the
same to present them duly authenticated for set
tement at the house Of the Administrator In
Brothersvalley Twp, on Saturday, the Ilth day
of April, 1885. 5. W. FRITZ,
mari. Administrator.
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A DEMONSTRATORS NOTICE.

Estate OF James Gatten, late OF Lower Turkeyfoot
Twp, Somerset Co., Pa, decd.
Letters of administration on the above estate
having been granted to-the undersigned by the
proper authority, notice is hereby given to ali per-
sons indebted 70 said estate to make immediate
payment, and those having GLAZING against the
same to present them duly authenticated for set
ment on Saturday, the l1th day Of April, 1855, ai
the late residence OF deceased.
J.W. BURKHOLpER,
mara Administrator.
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Energetic. reliabl'

WAITED Energetie, reliable
Grape Vines, Shrubs, Roses, ke. Liberal Commis-
sion or Salary and Expenses Paid. Full instruc-
tions given so that inexperienced men can soon
Learn the business. Address, H. p. FREEMAN
& CO., BRIGHTON, N. Y. mar.l1-3m
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All Fools day win soon be here.
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Prepare for your first Of April payments
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A DMINISTRATOR'S NOTICE.

A DEMONSTRATORS NOTICE.
Estate Of Henry Penrod, decd, late of Shade Twp.
Somerset County, Pa.
Letters of administration on the above estate
having been granted TO the undersigned by the
proper authority, notice is hereby given 70 all
persons indebted to said estate 10 make immedi-
ate payment and those having claims against the
same TO present them duly authenticated for SET
tlement on Thursday the 23rd day Of April 1855,
at the late residence Of deceased.
JOSEPH CABLE,
mar19 Administrator.
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CHERIFF's SALE.

BY virtue Of csrsafn writ OF yend Ex issued
out Of the Court OF Common Pleas Of Somerset
Coun ,;n,; snd e me Ss rssssd ahsrs VII Be
erset Borough, Pa, on
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-03-25
Notice ts Contractors.

Ihs School DaApd ef aonarast IcHnship pro-
poDo building two new School Houses, one In Ma
StPesville and one In the Weller district. The
TIE 1ovest AID be9 blddsr %
SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 1885,
1t ths GLADE HOUSE, ct l O'Clock p N. The
old buildings viii b D0ld at the sauo time and
ploeo. By order ofths Board.
GABRIEL GOOD,
max2b& Secretary.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-11-16
The Necessity Which Induced the Sending of
Admiral Jouett and His Squadron Back
to the Vicinity of Panama.
EX-Chief-Justice Vincent's Letter to the
President Concerning His Suspension.
Interest in the Organization of the House
Limited to the Choice of Door-Keeper-
Good Investment of Money.
OUR CONSULAR SERVICE.
An Interest That Is Much Neglected and
Little Understood.

An Interest That Is Much Neglected and
Little Understood.
Special to the indianapolis Journal.
WASHINGTON Nov. 15.---Some day some mem
Der of Congress will wake up to the fact that
there is chance for distinction by tackling the
consular service of the United States. At pres
ent Congressman r. r. Hit, of Illinois, is about
the only man on the floor of the House who has
any rea practical knowledge of the enormous
workings of the consular service Somehow or
other, this very important branch of the govern
ment service seems to be neglected entirely by
students of specalties in political economy.
Still, the Hon. Bill Morrison, of Illinois, prides
himself that he knows all there is to be known
on the subject of tariff, and the Hon. Perry Bel
mont, Of New York. believes that he is about as
thoroughly posted upon matters relating to diplo-
matte foreign service Of the government as any
one. Jerry Murphy, of Iowa, has the course of
legislation upon the subject of water-w
learned from alpha to omega. Reagan of Texas,
thinks he knows all there is to be known on the
subject of interstate commercial transactions;
Cobb of Indiana, has head full of informa-
ton upon matters relating to land grants,
and Skinner, of New York, has demonstrated
very eupudClcdllv IudU uo Hdu IudSIeTcu tuo
study of the postal service 1t is still true that
not solitary member of Congress for the last
decade, at least, has considered the consular
service of sufficient interest to induce him to
study it thoroughly. On two or three occasions
schemes for the reorganization of the whole
service have been submitted to Congress by the
Secretary of State, but each time only to be ig-
nored by the soons, who considered our CONNER
cial relations of so little import that they have
been satisfied to see consular positions given
solely as rewards for political services. The
question will be agitated again at the coming
session of Congress, but it is extremely prob
able that when the speakers gavel falls at noon
on the 4th of March, 1887 the service will be in
no better shape than it is to-day. Notwithstand-
ing that every branch of business in the United
States to-day is more or less directly interested
in the consular SERVICE it is fact that there is
more downright ignorance upon this question
than upon any other subject of national import
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-11-16
DONEY,S
HOOSiePPOet
CIGAR.
THE BULL DOMINGO DISASTER.
Bodies Of the Suffocated Miners Recovered
The Feeling Against Superintendent Foss.

DENVER, Col, Nov 15.-A Silver Cliff special
to the News says the removal of the dead miners
from the Bull Domingo mine began at o'clock
last night, the last being brought to the surface
about midnight Robert McGregor and Tom
Armstrong alternated in going down the 500
foot shaft. The rope was attached to pulleys to
let the brave men down. corpse was bourd
to the rope, and then the guide
stood with his foot in loop
of the rope with both arms
encircling the dead body, and was brought to the
surface by steady pull. The victims were
probably suffocated within an hour of the explo
sion, the corpses being stiff and cold when
found, with hats and coats pulled over faces in a
vain struggle for life. Wistfall and Lamb left
short letters, the former to his sister. assigning
his insurance in a benevolent society to her and
two orphan nieces The latter wrote to his par
ents and wife. The caving in of the shaft me-
cessitated the removal of more than fifty feet
of debris. Hence, the delay of thirty hours
in the recovery Of the bodies. Determined
threats of lynchng Superintendent Foss are
INDUCED in, and no doubt would have been put
in effect last night, had not prominent citizens
gone to the mine and induced the infuriated
relatives and friends of the dead to stay their
rash intentions until the fact could be settled
that Foss deserved such fate Coroner Burke
called an inquest to day, swore in jury. identi-
he'd the bodies, and adjourned until 10 o'clock
to morrow.