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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

co., MCCLURE is in Washington
writing Letters for his paper, and
giving the "boys" pointers. Tbs
Colonel is an enthusiastic civil serv-
Soe reformer, and very anxious at
the came time that Mr.. Cleveland
shah preserve his consistency. He
therefore advises the "boys" to quit
their grumhing at the slowness With
which removals are being made,
and get up charges of "offensive e
psrtisanhsip" against Republicans,
whose places they want. This will
relieve the Presidentfrom the charge
Of making removals without cause,
and give him the excuse needed for
bouncing efficient officeholders, who
have faithfully performed their du-
ties.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
This idea of Going West

to Colorado or New Mexico. for
pure air to relieve Consumption, is
all a mistake. Any reasonable man
would Use DR.. Bosanco's Cough and
Lung Syrup for Consumption in all
It's first stages. 1t never fails to give
relief in all cases of Coughs, Colds,
Bronchitis, Pains in the Chest and
all affections primary to Consump-
ton. Price, 80 cents and 81. Sold
by G. n. Boyd.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

THE campaign of last year was
based by the Democrats on the lie
that the Republican administration
of affairs was dishonest, corrupt, and
inefficient, and turn the rascals out"
was shouted from one end of the
country to the other. The monstros-
ity of the falsehood is now apparent
to the most thoughtless observer.
And instead of turning the rascals
out for good and sufficient cause, the
administration is reduced to the ne
cessity of requesting honest and
competent officials TO resign, or to
hunting up charges of partisanship
against them. We have no objection
to the victors enjoying the spoils, but
it is clearly evident to the country
now, that they were obtained by
false and fraudulent representations.
With the books in their hands for al
most two months, and expert ac-
countants scanning them with mi
croscopic eyes, the new AdmiIistra-
ton has been unable to find either
fraud, negligence or loss. Could
there he a better or more annie
compliment paid to the skill, faith
fulness and honesty of the Republi-
can party and its quarter Of a GEN.
tury of administration of public af-
fairs? Moreover, no improvement
has begun, no better manner of con-
Quoting public affairs has been sug-
gested. In all essential particulars
Republican methods and measures
continue to be pursued, the sole
change being in the removal of tried
and efficient officials and the substi-
tuition of Confederate Brigadiers for
Union soldiers. Had ever a party
more Just cause for satisfaction and
pride than has the Republican
party in this involuntary trib-
ute to its efficiency and integrity,
from its successful adversary.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

AN adroit swindler came to grief
in Cleveland, Ohio, few days ago,
all becase he couldn't spell correct.
ly. He took out two accident in.
surance policies in the names of two
friends, and afterwards applied by
letter to have them paid. on the
ground that he had sprained his
wrist. Suspicion was created by
the fact that in each letter he SPELL
ed the word slipped with one "p,"
and inquiry led to his arrest. All
of which goes to show that boys in
training for swindlers should learn
to spell.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
Fearful W ater Spout.

WICHITA, Kan, April 22,-From
the Medicine river, which seems to
be the same that filled the MINES
cab to overfowing, the water rolled
down over the low lands east of Med
icine Lodge City, five to twelve feet
perpendicular in height. Several
whole families are known to be
drowned. Yesterday morning par
ties who had gone out TO give relief
found men, women and children
clinging to trees, with nothing but
their night clothes to protect them,
and som without any clothing what
ever, but still alive. Their cries
could be heard, as early as 4 o'clock
in the morning, above the raging
waters. Three attempts were made
to rescue the parties beyond the riv-
er, but each boat in turn was swamp
ed and the occupants only saved
themselves by swimming to the
trees. Five bodies had been recover
ed up to the hour of the writing of
the dispatch, which was sent over to
the first railroad point by mail.
Another body was in sight, but could
not be reached. There were eight
movers wagons camping in the bot
tons and one old man has recognized
the bodies of three of his family, his
wife and two children. James Gebb
and his daughter and niece were
washed away with their home A
Mrs. Harris and her little girl of II
years old were found drowned G. W,
Paddock and family, consisting of a
wife and four children, are thought
to be all drowned. Frank Shippeler
put his wife and children on thereof
and his house went down. He was
knocked off by projecting limb and
swan ashore, several miles below,
but of the fate of his wife and child
nothing was known.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
Eleven Miners Burned Alive.

LEADvILLE, Col, April 25.-Au-
thentic information has just reached
here that eleven men have been bur
led In their TWO cabins at Homestead
mines, near Red Cliff, by deepsnow
slide which came down last night.
A rescuing party has gone from here.
TIE names of the men or particulars
OF the sad affair have not yet been
received.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
U. s. Troops Withdrawn.

NEW York, April 26.-The follow
ing dispatch was received here to-
day from Panama, via Galveston:
All the troops we're withdrawn
from this city last night. The con-
sequences cannot be foreseen, but
there viii be serious trouble on the
arrival of the Columbian troops,
due here tonight. General Arizpura
has proposed to the comm ander OF
the United States forces here to
withdraw his troops to The station
of the Panama railroad Company,
General Arzipura guaranteeing the
safety of that city. General Arzi-
pura, however well disposed, viii
not be able to prevent the destruc-
ton Of property and life. Barri-
cades are being erected in the streets
and sand-bag defenses being con-
structed on the balcony of the bar
raks. This shows that the insur-
gents are determined to fight in
town. The native feeling here is
strong. 1t is considered cruel for
the United States forces to occupy
the town and then withdraw, leav-
ing the people helpless and the
city in control of the lawless mob.
President Scrymser, of the Cen
tral and South American Telegraph
Company, to-day telegraphed as
follows:
Hon. T. F. Bayard. Secretary of
State, Washington:
All American troops withdrawn
from Panama last night. Town IN
hands of rebels. Streets now bar
ricaded. Consequences cannot be
foreseen. have telegraphed as fol-
lows to the Superintendent of the
company at Panama: Demand in
writing from American Consul or
Commandant of United Slater forces,
protection to our property and men.
At present the United States has by
treaty all the rights and obligations
that Colombia has, and must be- !
held responsible for damage to
property or for failure to /
keep open communication. T"
Similar dispatches were also sent |
to Secretary of the Navy Whitney |
and the manager of the company at |
Galveston.
CAUSE OF THE TROUBLE.
On March 80, the rebels, unde..
the lead of p. Prestan, lawyer,
were driven from Panama, but not
before they had set fire to the town,
which was burned to ashes, with
the fortunate exception of the Pa
cific Mail dock and buildings. most .
of the railroad property, the ships ,
in the harbor and few residences.
As the United States had guaranteed |
in a treaty, to protect the traffic |
across the Isthmus, and as Ameri- !
can rights had been violated, the |
proper steps were taken for the pro-
lection and defense of American
interests.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
Mali q hundred Lives Lost.

yIoKsBURG, Miss, April pa
large force of laborers commenced
early this morning removing the de.
bris of the burned buildings. AS
the bodies were exhur;ed people
were startled and horrifed at the ex-
tent of the catastrophe, which ex-
eeeds the gloomiest expectations.
Eighteen bodies were recovered last
night and to-day, making thirty oge
in all. Twonty are still supposed to
bein the ruins. A large force of men
will be put to work tomorrow, and
the search will continue without in
PERMISSION until all the missing are
recovered. The total insurance on
the buildings and stock foots up
1924, 900.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

We are having considerable wealth.
er in this country nowadays. On
Thursday last, while the inhabitants
of the Green Mountains were sweat
ing under temperature of ninety,
the good people of Colorado were
wading through twenty inches Of
snow. What is this reform" ad-
ministration about?
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

TEACHERS who conceive their
highest duty to be the "cramming"
of their pupils, can now devote the
next four months to "cramming"
themselves with physiology and hy-
giene, preparatory to the commence
ment of the fall term, when they
must begin teaching thesestudies.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

The above illustrates an occurrence that NAV be of,
messed at store, and is striking proof of the iuB
and advantages at all times offered by US We do r-
patrons to buy, yet they seldom leave our premise
only the amount of goods they intended purchasing and
Because they see in immense establishment most ~
ly selected stock that meets every requirement. line
of the Latest Styles and most Durable Material and IN
ment of Patterns that is gratifying the eye all at Pr
suit the times
De Remember Our Motto One Price and H5oes
ing.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

GENERAL GRANT was 63 years old
on Monday last 9th. The coun-
try will be glad to learn that he is
gradually growing stronger in body,
and that his health is daily improv-
ing. He was able to take short
walk, and brief drive in his car
riage each day of last week.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

THAT old Democratic mossback,
Eben Pillsbury, of Maine, whose
greatest political achievement was
an attempt to steal the government
of that State in 1879, has been ap-
pointed an Internal Revenue Col
lector by President Cleveland,
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
Good Prices for Holstein Cattle.

Troy, o., April 21.-Messrs. J. W.
Stillwell u Co., importers and breed
ers OF Holstein cattle, yesterday sold
IA cows for S5165, an average of
S36S, 90; IS heifers for s5510, an aver
age of s30611; 16 yearlings for
$500, an average of s226.25; 6 year
lings bulls for S1545, an average of
s25750; 8 two-year-old bulls for
sl690, an average of 1888; and 13
sucking calves for S2340, an aver
age OF S1S0-a total of Y head for
$3.50, with general average of
$275.97.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
Asrpdred Persons Killed.

LONDON, April S2-Dispatches re-
ceived here this afternoon state that
. terrible volcano eruption has oc-
CURED at Passarvean, a province iH
the east end of the Island of Java.
A number of plantations have been
devastated, and it is feared that full
ly 100 persons have been killed.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

THERE being no rascals to turn
out. some of our Democratic con-
temporar;ss are trying the cry-baby
dodge on Republican officials, and
whining you ought to be man
enough to resign" and at is mean
fellow who stays where he is not
wanfed. -
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

GENERAL LAwroN, VINO was ap-
pointed Minister to Russia, and
who, it was discovered, has never
been relieved from the disabilities
incurred as a rebel, has discreetly
concluded not to run the gauntlet
of the Senate, and therefore declines
with thanks. &c.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
LIST OF CAUSES.

u D.
Following is the List Of Causes set for trial at
May Term Of Court, beginning Monday, May
Is, 1855;
FIRST WEEK..
NJ. A. Ross Sons vs.. Pinkerton Lumber Co
Garnishees.
Emerson Smith & Co vs. Same.
Jacob p Miller vs.. W. II. Zuiall
Silas jenkins and wife vs.. George Firsetone.
j. W. Smith VS.. John Barnhart.
Coruelia Tissue et al VS.. b. Il o. r. r. Co.
I4lston Bros. q Cunningham vs.. William Kin
singer.
Jacob p. Miller vs. w. II. ZufnU.
D. w. Brendlinger vs. Daniel Berkeyplle
Same vs. Same.
James ParsOn W. Julia Whitesen
W. G. Zimmerman vs.. ]. J. Miller, et al.
David Loirr's Exr. VS.. Margaret H. Lnhr.
SECOND WEEK,
Lydia Reiman VS.. Susannah and c. @. Walter.
Charles zimmerman vs.. Conemaugh Township
A. IL. Coiirosh VS.. Simon p. Sweitxer
j ID. Reynolds, ct al vs. Il. x @. Il. r. Co.
=. Il. Weimer VS.. Jenner Township.
81. Ringler VS.. W. u. Livengood.
Seiis Assignee & A. IL. CoftrOth vs.. Levi Coug IN
enOur gar.
Walker * Leydig VS.. A. r. Geist.
John Williams's Admir- IS, Thomas Williams.
SussIuehanna NJ. Fire Ins. 90. VS.. Eliza Flick
chrisreua keim vs. John f.entz.
Daniel Mostoller VS.. John l.. SaylOr.
Eli Shafer vs. John Taney
Bertha NJ. berkepile vs. James Bohan and wife
Susquehanna NJ. Fire Ins. Co VS.. ]. r. Walter
Jacob Sipe's Widow and heirs vs. Tospan ter
ten.
Edward Deal VS.. Larimer Township.
Jacob M. Eike vs. South Penr' a r. r. Co.
Geo. W. Osborn vs. 5. & G. X. X. Co.
Martha Hunter, ct. al. VS.. Joseph J. Daniels
Patrick CosgrOye va. John Cosgrove
haehei Hiteshues use vs.. J. j. Spangler, Shf.
Joseph Cgmtnins w. Orville A. Rosa.
Proty,s Office. N. b. CRITCHFIELD,
April 20, 1855. Prothonotary.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

DEMOCRATIC editors are constant
ly reminding us that the war is over.
President Cleveland evidently docs
not think so, as he is busily engag-
ed in hunting up old rebel officers
and furnishing them with new COM
missions.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

THE President has been petitioned
by a Democratic newspaper editor
in Mississippi, to pardon JEFF Davis.
The old rebel is too stiff-necked to
ask for himself, and we suppose
wants forgiveness rendered to him.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

The Deputy Attorney General
has decided, it is said, that the study
of physiology and hygiene must
begin in all the public schools at
the beginning of the next term, al
though the teachers are not obliged
to stand an examination in that
branch until next wear.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

TIE Senate ON Thursday las,
passed the Marriage License bill,
and We hope the House, notwith-
standing its arduous duties, will
find time to concur in this much
needed amendment to our loose
marriage laws. The bill makes a
license from the Clerk of the Or
phans Court a necessary preliminary
to marriage. The license fee is fix
ed at fifty cents. The clerk is re-
qnired, before issuing it, to put the
parties on their oath as to there
being no lawful impediment to
their marriage, and if either OF
them is under age, the consent OF
the parents, either personally or in
writing, executed with all the for
mality of a deed, must be furnished
the clerk. The object of these pre-
cautions is intended to prevent the
marriage of parties having a hus-
band or wife living, and especially
to prevent the secret marriage OF
minors without the consent of their
parents. A marriage without a IL
cense is not inyalid, but the minis
ter or justice performing it, or the
attesting witnesses are liable to a
fine of $1,000. The license will al
SO be a protection to ministers, who
are now liable to be imposed on by
minors, and, under the present law,
are not only subject to blame, but
to suit and penalty fer marrying
them. A law of this kind is much
needed, and should pass the House
before it adjourns.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
Tweuts Iuches Of Spow.

DENVER, Col. April 23.-The
heaviest snow storm ever known in
this region set in at 8 o'clock last
night and lasted without intermis-
sion until 6 o'clock this evening.
Fully 20 inches ofsnow fell, as much
as the aggregate ofthe previous falls
ot the whole Winter Thestorm was
general throughout the state. but
railroad trains are moving nearly on
time.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

Our Legislature only costs about
three thousand dollars per day, but
the people would not care so much
for the expense, if they could only
get an opportunity to scatter flowers
upon its grave.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
LONDON SCARE D AGAIN.
A Mysterious Explosion Yesterday
Morning That Causes n Sensation
in the English Capital.

LONDON, Eng, April 23.-An ex-
plosion occurred about ii O'Clock
this morning in the basement of the
Admiralty Office in Whitehall. Two
loud reports were heard in quick
succession and the staircase leading
TO The board room, which is located
in the southwest corner of the build
| ing was demolished. The iron rail-
ing of the staircase was wrenched
from its fastenings and windows
within fifty yards Of the spot where
the explosion took place were brok-
en-. The room occupied bv Edward
II. Swanson, the Assistant Secreta-
ry, was mad a complete wreck and
Mr. Swanson who was at work in
his office at the time, received Sc
we're scalp wound by being struck
with parts of the flying debris and
was taken to the hospital suffering
from conclusion of the brain. Sub
sequently he regained consciousness
and gave it as his opinion that some
explosive, believed by the detectives
and officials to have been dynamite
or gun cotton, was thrown into the
apartment through window. The
plaster of the ceilings and walls
hung in ribbons after the shock of
the explosion, and the fittings of the
room were smashed to atoms.
rrar.- rrrr ocrox 1.-.o r.r-vr,D
Mr.. Abel, who is identified with
the Office Of the Inspector of Explo-
lsives, states that the explosive used
this morning was large charge of
gun cotton. 1t is believed that some
stranger, under pretext of visiting an
official, obtained access to the visi-
tors waiting room, watching his op-
portunity, and placed the explosive
at Mr.. Swainson's room, which is
only few feet distant from the vis-
itors' room, whence he had time to
leave the building unchallenged be-
fore the lighted fuse reached the ex-
plosive material.
PRIVATE MALICE SUSPECTED.
A strong suspicion prevails in po-
lice and official circles this evening
that the explosion was the result of
private malice, as Mr.. Swanson was
greatly disliked by a number of per-
sons, including several employees of
the Office. 1t is certain the internal
machine was placed in a bookcase
just over the spot where Swainson's
head would be when sitting at his
desk. Detectives are positive that
the outrage was the work of an en-
ploye, as no stranger could pass the
janitor without some document
showing that he had business with
some of the heads of departments.
The janitor says no stranger has
passed him during the past twenty
four hours.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

THE Treasurer of the United
States, Hon. A. w. Wyman, has re-
signed, and Mr.. C. n. Jordan, a
bank cashier in New York. has been
appointed to the vacancy.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
GENERAL GRANT has improved so
much that he is now able to take a
short drive in the park every day.

JUDGING from the developments
in the House last week, if that hard
working body ever gets time to pass
an amended liquor license bill, it
will be a high one.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

When you are troubled with diz-
ziness, your appetite all gone, and
feel bad generally, take a few doses
of DR.. Henry Baxter's Mandrake
Bitters. and you will be surprised at
the improvement in your feelings.
Every bottle warranted to give salts
faction. For Sale by c. n. Bovd.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

Said a noted man of60 years, "my
mother gave me Downs Elixir for
coughs and colds when l was a boy"
For Sale by c. N. Boyd, the Drug
gist, Somerset, Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

Rheumatism is quickly cured by
using Arnica Il Oil Liniment. For
Sale by @. N. Boyd.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
JOHNSTOWN SUPPLY HOUSE.
MCM II
PLUMBERS, GAS, &
1870 Main Street

~O Ni1tAi SAi = :
And dealers in Mill
plies, Iron Pipe,
Valves, Fittings,
and Wood'Pumps.
The firm have in
lures varying in price
dollars, They keep all
parties running Steam
Leather and Rubber
Leather, Belt Hooks,
Valve Packing, Sheet,
Packing, Babbit Metal,
Pulleys and Hangers,
ter or Steam. Steam
Globe, Gate, Angle,
Valves. Water Gauges,
tors, Gauge cocks, Lu
tors ; in short they
need to repair or fit up
Gas or Steam Machin
Agents for Equitable
chine, same as now in
Somerset, Pa. Public
heated by steam. Is
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
EXECUToRs' NOTICE.

Estate Of Francis Martin, de.d. late Of Allegheny
Twp, Somerset County, Pa, deed.
l. tiers testhmentary on the above eatate having
been granted 10 the undersigned by the proper
authority, notice is hereby given TO all persons
indebted to said estate 70 make immediate pay
men;, and those having claims against the same
Will present them duly authenticated for
for settlement without deiav
CONRAD MARTIN,
JOHN ". TOPPER.
aprlo, Executors
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

OF supplying building with Water and Gas pipes
on application. Mail orders solicited.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
SHERIFF's SALE.

BY virtue Of certain urits OF vend Ell, Fl Fa
ana Sci Fa issued oNt Of the Court Of Common
Pleas Of Somerset County. Pa. and to me direct
ed, there viii be exposed 70 public sale at the
Court House In Somerset, Pa, on
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29

Notice is hereby given to all persons not to
trespass On or lands for the purpose cf hunting
nshing, or gathering berries in season. Any per-
sen CT persons so trespassing will be dealt with
according TO law in such case made and provided.
SAMUEL CUSTER,
JOHN II CUSTER,
JOHN PENROD.
SToYsTowS, Pa. April -, 1850
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
TUESDAY. MY 10. 1856.

at o'clock 2. NJ, the following described real es
tate, late the property of George Eichnor. decd
situate in summit Mills Summit Twp, Somerset
County, Pa, being a certain lot, adjoining lands
late of Daniel Besehy, and the public road on the
East aud South, containing one-fourth acre more
or less. having thereon erected a small two-story
frame house, and other outbuildings
TERbS;-One half cash, and one-half in six
months
L. J. JODER,
apr29st. Administrator and Trustee.
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)STEAA FIFTH.
J0hnstOWH, Pa.
. sO"sfotO WIZ J Q,
and AIachinervSz
Lead Pipe, CD
Hose, Betting, Id

stock Gas and OLD
from ffv cents tod
kinds Of stock rsi 1.
Engines. They "A
Betting, (ail sizss 4
auuCiamps, ,PIs.Cl1.
Rubber and A.5sl
Cold Rolled Shan4
Rubber Hose f0r VI
Brass work 0fallE1.
Check and -
Steam Gauges. I'D
bricators ana la;r
keepanythil yOaEl
your EagiIe or Gf
cry.
Dry Blown Gas =.
use by Parker&Pasd
and p,ivats buildra
timates given On q.
Catalogues lumsl
jan7 In
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-04-29
PUBLIC SALE.

pf VIRTUE Of an order issued out of the Or
ID phans Court Of Somerset County 10 me directs
cd viii expose at public sale at the Court House
In Somerset, Pa, on