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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

The public insists on the Editor of the Mey-
ersdale Commercial publishing a detailed
statement of the amount of money contrib
uted by taxpayers of the county to the fund
for the prosecution of the county officials
lection. During the trial of the cases Mr.. S.
P. Snyder, when on the witness stand swore
that he did not issue one of the circulars,
that he advised Smith against it and that
his name was placed on the circulars with
out his knowledge OF authority. Let's have
the statement.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

We have printed at this Office during the
past ten days bills advertising the personal
property of nearly all the contractors of the
Imbrie Miller disposed of. number of arti-
cles by public auction Saturday, and num-
Der ofthe other engineers will dispose of their
personal property in the same manner dur
ing the week.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
DIED.

The following obituary notice has been
sent us for publication. Mr.. Younkin was
one of the best known citizens of the Sout Ii
Nj the county. For nearly forty years he
has been subscriber TO the HERALD.
YoUNKIN.-Rev. Herman Younkin was
born November 27, 1921, and died September
81. 1855, He was native of Somerset coun-
iy, and his life was spent in the community
where he died, and SO the life of Herman
Younkin is an integral part of the history
OF the county itself. He was an acceptable
member OF the Methodist church for nearly
fifty years, and local preacher for over
thirty years, and once year all along these
years the question was asked in the quarter
ly conference: Anything against Herman
Younkin ?n And the response was, moth
ing against him This testimony to the ilrfe
and integrity of the deceased IS valuable.
and a source of comfort to the family. For
nearly fifty years member of the church,
and q good part of that time a minister of
the gospel in the midst of the people with
whom he spent his whole life. comes the
response, Nothing against him." And as
he passed from human recognition into the
presence Of the Universal Father he has
received the divine approval of We'll done
good and faithful servant. enter thou into
the joy of thy Lord"
Another life has ended. Another presence
has passed from among us. His presence
will no longer be seen, and felt in the bust
ness of the community his presence and
voice in the councils of the church have
ceased. But blameless life and his faith
ful teachings have left salutary influence
on the hearts and minds of the people. To
the family, widow and six children. let
me say, follow him as be followed Christ. so
that at the last you may be numbered with
the saved in heaven.
NJ. l.. WEEKLY
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MARRIED

THEAL- WEMBRENNER = On We'd
nesday, September 80, 1885, at the Lutheran
parsonage in Somerset, by Rev. J. +. Shear
er, Mr.. Henry II. Theal to Miss Jennie NJ
Wembrenner. both of near Bakersville, this
county.
FRIEDLINE-KIMME 2}d,
1885, at the Lutheran Parsonage in Somerset,
by Rev. ]. f. Shearer, Mr.. ]. f. Friedline
and Miss Annie NJ. Kimmell, both of SOM
erset Co.
HECHL R-YOUNKIN.-At the resi-
dence of the brides parents, on September
9th 1885, by q. W. Lowry, W. Wallace
Hechler and Miss Amanda Younkin, both
of the vicinity of Kingwood, Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Mr.. viii L. Dewart, Editor and Proprie-
tor of the Northumberland County Democrat
and the Sudbury Daily is spending the pres
ent week in Somerset as the guest of the To-
cal editor of the HERALD.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Mr.. Chas. H. Fisher the enterprising book
seller has been the busiest business man in
town for the past two weeks. Mr. Fisher
has exclusive control of several of the lead
ing text books used in the county and it
keeps him moving 10 keep up with the de-
mand.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

BARGAINS IN JEwELRY.--Having bought
at She-iff's Sale large lot of Jewelry, con-
sisting of Lace pins, Earrings, Bracelets,
Chains, Charms, Cuff buttons, Watches and
Clocks, | am determined TO sell them be-
lev first cost Don't fail to come early, as
the goods are going fast. E. McDowELL.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Becher, the cNthing man whose store
was burglarized several weeks since, swore
out warrants last week for the arrest Of two
young men well known in this community
whom he feels confident are the parties who
did the stealing. An officer is after them
and they are probably under arrest by this
time
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Rev. J. W. Poffinberger, the Lutheran
minister at Berlin leaves for his new field of
labor, Leechburg, Armstrong county, in a
few days. The Reverend gentleman has
made many warm friends in Somerset, who
join us in the wish that his new home may
prove a pleasant one.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

On Saturday evening Somerset county
man from the Alleghanies hauled 2,20O feet
of lumber TO Bedford on a wagon drawn by
four oxen. This is considered large load,
and it is curiosity to see four-ox team.
-IRqldrT.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

WANTED, WANTED Plumbago, Transient,
Up Tree, and every other person in Som
erset county to know that the largest, finest,
best selected and cheapest stock of Buggy
whips. wagon-whips. whip lashes and raw
hides eyer exhibited in the town or county
can be found at J. B. Holderbaum's Hard
ware Store, No. 3, Baer's Block. Somerset,
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

New READERS FOR THE TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS.
-Sheldon's readers have been introduced
into the Somerset Township Schools. Par
ents. teachers and pupils are hereby inform
ed that have them on my shelves for sale
and exchange. Bring in your old readers to
Fishers Book Store and get them exchang-
ed for new ones.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

THE New SCHOOL LAw.-The new school
law in respect to the number of days teach
ers are required to teach for month we
publish below, and also give the decision of
the public instruction department upon it /:
SEC. l. That common school month
shall hereafter consist of twenty days actual
teaching, and no school shall be kept open
in any district for the purpose of ordinary
instruction on any Saturday or on any legal
holiday, or in any county during the time
of holding the annual county institute there
in,
SEC. .. All acts or parts of acts inconsist-
ent herewith be and the same are hereby re-
pealed.
The following is decision of the depart
ment of public instruction bearing on the
above law.
The act of June %, 1886 prescribing the
number of days that shall constitute COM
mon school month, requires all the schools
TO be closed on legal holidays and during
the week of the annual county institute in
the several counties. No allowance is made
to the teachers for the time their schools are
closed in any case. The act simply requires
that twenty days actual teaching shall be ac-
counted for in the monthly reports. In en-
ploying teachers no restrictions or condi-
tions can be imposed by agreements or con-
tracts not authorized and warranted by the
law itself.
The act of assembly, approved June s. 81,
tP L. page 5o),) requiring the school direct
ors to allow the teachers the time and wa
ges while attending the annual county insti
tutes in their respective counties, is repealed
by the terms ofthe new law.
The clearly implied purpose of the recent
act in requiring the schools to be closed dur
ing the time of holding the annual county
institute is to give all the teachers an oppor-
tunIty TO attend the sessions.
It is fair to presume that with the reduced
number of days now constituting school
month the teachers will consider themselves
under moral obligation to be present and
participate in the exercises of the annual
county institute IN their several counties"
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21


THE MYSTERY SoLvED.-Why should We
buy our Clothing, Hats, Caps and Gents
Furnishing Goods at Becher's Clothing
Hall is question that is being asked ey-
cry day But the answer is easily and plain
ly told. The first reason is, that it is the
only place in Somerset. where you can find
an exclusive stock of clothing and Gents
Furnishing goods.
Secondly, There is not any article pertain
ing to a first class Clothing establishment
that can not be found at Becher's Clothing
Hail.
Thirdly, You will find the largest and
handsomest Stock of Suits ard Overcoats
for Mems, Youths Boys and Children s
wear, that has ever been seen in Somerset.
Fourthlv. Becher is an experienced Cloth
ier, and he does not sell you old stock Tor
new When he has an article in his store
that does not sell as readily as it should he
reduces the price to such a low figure that
customer cannot help but buy.
Filthy, Becher pays cash for his goods.
and thereby saves heavy discount, which
be proposes TO give to his customers.
Sixthly, All goods are guaranteed as rep
resented or money refunded.
The public is respectfully invited to call
and examine his mammoth stock before
purchasing elsewhere. and they can readily
solve the mystery.
b. BECHER, JR.,
Leading Clothier and Halter,
Somerset Pa
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

There has been considerable talk of late of
Democratic paper being established at Mey-
ersdale. Wonder if that could have had
anything to do with the COmmrcidFs sudden
flop; Was it afraid of competition and di-
vision of local patronape9
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
A uDIToR,S NOTICE.

In the Estate Of Jseoo S. Miller, decd.
The undersigned having been duly appointed
Auditor by the Orphans Court Of Somerset
in the hands of Joseph ID. Miller. Administrator
efJaeo5 S. Miller. dee d, to and among those le-
gaIy entitled thereto, hereby gives notice that he
Tuesday, the 10th day Of November, 1885, at his
office in Somerset Borough, where all persons In
terested may attend If they think proper.
DENNIS MEYERS,
oct2l Auditor.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

PRIVATE sALE.-My barn having been
burnt, am compelled TO sell my live stock,
consisting of horses, cows and young cattle.
Purchasers can see this stock at my farm.
three miles north of Berlin, on Bedford
turnpike. IsRAEL ScHRocK.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Mrs NJ. z. Schrock has just received a
large and elegant assortment of Millinery
goods, Notions &C.; the goods are all new
and consist of the latest novelties in trim
mings and newest shapes in Hats. Bonnets,
&c.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
ExEouToR-s NOTICE.

Estate OF Herman Younkin, decd, late of Upper
Turkeyfoot Twp, Somerset Co., Pa,
Letters testamentary on the above estate hav-
ing been granted TO the undersigned, by the
proper authority, notice is hereby given to thoss
indebted 10 IL to make immediate payment and
those having claims or demands will please pre-
sent them duly authenticated for settlement on
Tuesday, December1 l, 1855. At the residence of
JAt OBJ B. GERHARD,
oct2l. Executor, kingwood, Somerset 90. Pa
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

A CARD OF THANKs.-0ur thanks are very
cordially rendered the good people of Som
erset, of all denominations, for the kind re-
ception given US on Friday evening. The
kindness shown Us made our hearts glad
and we rejoice that we have the opportunity
of laboring among so kind and hospitable
people.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
GENERAL
ELECTION PROCLAMATION.

WHEREAS. IN and by an act OF General As
selnbiy Of the Commonwealth Of PeEnsy lyania,
entitled AN aes To regulate the general elections
within this Commonwealth passed the "a day
OF July A ID. 1853, Il Is made the duty OF the
Sheriff of every county within the commonx calth
10 give Bublie notice ofthe General Elections I:
L, JOHN WINTERS, High Sheriff Of the
Of the county OF Somerset, DO hereby make known
and give this public notice 10 the electors Of the
county OF Somerset, that General Election will
be held In said county On
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
PRO BONO PUBLICO.

We announce that having bought large
stock of Flannels, Yarns, Blankets, Canton
Flannels and other Fall and Winter Goods at
Low Figures, we can offer them at prices neUer
before touched By the trade. Everyone that
buys will have the benefit of Low Prices. Our
stock of Carpets, Oil Cloths Linoleums, Mat
tings Rugs, Stair-crash, Stair-rods, Buttons,
&C., &C., is very large, and is composed of the
most desirable Goods in the market
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

The value of advertising the year round is
understood by enterprising tradesmen.
They know the worth Of keeping their
names and business before the public, even
in dull times.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
Ross DAVIS & Co.

10 oUR PATRoSs--We have now secured
'ne sole agency at Somerset for the famous
anu Seil-tested Walker boot. which we will
sel Tor the smallest profit possible. We buy
ei'eei irom the factory. therefore have none
eo' new goods. Call and see them.
Respectfully,
A. H. Ferner & Bro.
ion can get At Boyd's Drug Store:
insect Powder, Sticky Fly Paper,
roWd Hellebore. Paris Green,
Mixed Paints. Tube Colors.
ami Brushes, Shoe Brushes,
Ofcquet Sets, Base Balls.
nASS isods, Bass Hooks,
Eye 1iasses, Spectacles,
"e Olgars, Soda Water.
'oou Goods, Low Prices.
S'HooL Books FOR COUNTRY Merchants.
country and Town Merchants are inform
mat can supply them with School
Doos'' School Supplies and Almanacs at
s'y prices. carry as large a stock Of
'N"ooi Books, states, pencils, inks tablets.
&c IS many city houses and can wholesale
= advantageous rates. Copy books lower
'-AH you can buy them in the CITY. Try
~ ana be convinced. C. H. Fisher.
'isnef Book Store, Somerset. Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Judge Archibald. of Lackawana county,
decides that the insertion of legal notices
in papers that have no e general circulation !"
does not meet the requirements of acts of
Assembly providing for publication The
object of advertising is publicity. The OBJ
iect is defeated in hiding away advertise
ments in obscure or class journals, where
the general public never look for them. 1t
often happens that sales, divorce notices
and important announcements of one kind
and another are printed in journals of small
circulation, or no circulation, with the in
tent of fraudulent concealment. Judge
Archibald has done a public service in cali
ing attention to this method OF eyading a
requirement of law intended for the protec-
ton of public and private rights.-Pfaitd
Record. The HERALD has bona Rde sub
scription list of almost double that of any
paper in the county. and in consequence is
by far the best advertising medium. THIS
fact is appreciated by the general public as
will be verified at any time by reference to
our advertising columns, and by comparing
them with those OF any of the other county
Journals. While the HERALD has no cause
of complaint for want of advertising patron
age, the fact remains that notices, such as
referred to by Judge Archibald, are frequent
ly inserted in obscure journals +" in this
county to the great detriment of parties in
terested, and bringing them under the rule
laid down by judge Archibald
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

The Times took possession of its new quar-
ters on the third floor of Boyd's Block, Sat-
urday
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

1t is said that Berlin is to have weekly
paper in the near future with Mr.. Frank
Chorpenning. a former Somerset boy, as its
editor.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

On the 1st day of July, A. D., 1885, the
editor of the Meyersdale Commercial was
quite willing to acknowledge John Il, Scott
as the Chairman of the Republican County
Committee, as on that date he sent Chair
man Scott a bill for $500 for doing ad-
yertising that no other paper in the county
ever thought of making g charge for We
have the receipted bill before us, of which
the following is an exact copy;
OFFICE OF THE
MEYERSDALE COMMERCIAL.
Price $500 Terms Cash.
MBYERsDALE, PA July, 1885.
Mr.. JSo. r. SooTT, CHM. REP. Co. Con-:
To The Commercial. DIR.
May 30 To Eiec. Notice 2 inches 4 400
jan. Ii. sspub ticket notice. 800 $500
PAID.
Thanks. Lou. A. SMITH.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Rev. Appleton Bash, the new minister of
the NJ Z. Church at this place was single
man when he took charge of the station on.
Monday last. The congregation had er
pressed a desire for the services OF single
man. But Rev. Bash concluded that it was
not good for man to live alone, even if the
members of the church did want single
man. On Thursday he hied him to Browns
vile and having procured license in due
form and with the consent of the parents"
was married to Miss L. May Swearer. The
ladies of the congregation gave an elegant
reception to the new dominic and his bride
at the residence of Mr.. +. Z. Weimer on
Friday evening. The rooms were crowded
with the members of the congregation and
their many friends, the rejection was OF the
finest and altogether Friday was day to be
marked with a white stone in the lives of
our Methodist brethren.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Choice winter apples are plenty and are
selling at one dollar per barrel.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

Messrs. Ned Herman, of Somerset and W.
ID. Kelly, of Kelly's Island, leave this, Mon
day morning for New York. They viii sail
on the White Star steamer, Eutretia, for
Europe on Saturday next. The young gen.
tlemen expect to spend from year to year
and half in the old world and may go as
far east as the Holy Land Mr.. Kelly has
been employed on the engineer corps of the
South Penn K. r. for the past three years,
with headquarters at Somerset. The many
friends ofthe young gentlemen will unite
with us in wishing them bon uoyage
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
oct7-6 -6m. HENRY HOFFMAN.
EXECUTOR'S NOTICE.

IL
Estate Of Catharine Mountain, dec'i T., late Of Ad.
olson Twp, Somerset Co., Pa.
Letters testamentary on the above estate having
been granted to the undersigned by the proper au-
debted to said estate to make immediate paw.
ment, and those having claims against II to pre-
sent them duly authenticated for settlement and
allowance.
II. A. HARTZELL.
sep3o-6t. Executor.
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r EGAL NOTICE.

In the matter of the Estate OF John Boyer,
deceased.
The undersigned having been appointed Audit
or to make AID report distribution Of the funds
In the hands of John nj. 6lessner, Esq, Admins
traitor with the will annexed Of John Boyer, decd
will attend to his duties at mis- Office in Somerset
Borough, on Thursday, the 18th day ofNovember
1885, at which time all persons interested may at
tend IL they see proper.
J. y. KIMMEL,
Oct2l Auditor.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21

A DMIN NIsTRAToR'S NOTICE.
Estate OF Peter Levy deed late of Conemaugh
Twp, Somerset Co., Pa.
Letters of administration en- the above estate
having been granted 10 the undersigned by the
proper authority, notice Il 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, November q, 1855, at the
residence of Elwood Swank, in Davidsville Som
erset Co, Pa
HENRY p. j. CUSTER
octl4 Administrator
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DWELLING HOUSE,

Bank Barn, add other Outbuildings, good Sugar
Camp and Grove. good Orchard, good Water etc.
Very convenient to church and school. This farm
being in the heart of the hest farming section in
the county, short distance from Pine Hill, Gar
rett Meyersdale Berlin. ETC.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
SATURDAY, NOT. IA, 1885,

- a - = = -N@T
at o'clock In the afternoon. the following de-
scribed Real Estate late the property Of Peter
Walker, decd. to wit:
A certain tract Of land situate IN Brothersvalley
Twp, Somerset Co., Pa, adjoining lands Of Mil.
laru Walker. Francis Brant, Henry Tip, Benz. O..
Bittner, WIN. Stahl, Simon W. Fritz, and others.
containing about 170 acres Of which about l25 acres
are cleared and in a good state OF cultivation. and
the balance timber land, having thereon erected n
uOOd tWO-stOrv
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TERMS :

ne-thiri OF the purchase money, after the pay
ment of debts and expenses, TO remain lien on the
land la lieu Of dover 10 the widow Of Peter Walker
decd, one-half Of balance In hand on confirmation
OF sale and delivery Of deed, and balance in two
equal annual payments with interest frow eOnf1r-
nation of sale, to be secured by judgment bond on
the premises: 10 per cent. Of the purchase money
to be paid down on day OF sale.
:. W. FRITZ.
W. III. FRITZ.
Octl4 Administrators and Trustees.
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ORPHANS COURT SALE

BY virtue Of an order Of the Orphans Court Of
Somerset County, to the undersigned directed, We
will expose to sale by public outcry on the premi-
ses, on
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
IORPHAN'S COURT SALE
Valuable Real Estate.


Da VIRTUE of an order Of Sale issued ont Of
ID the Orphans Court Of Somerset County, Pa,
spd 10 Us direetsi. We will sell a. Public Sale st
the late homestead Of Michael Snyder, deceased.
In Stonycreek Township, Somerset County,
Pa, on
SATURDAY, NOR. Z, 1855,
at O'Clock p NJ the following described Real
Estate, late the property OF said Michael Snyder,
deceased, VIZ;
N A certain tract OF land situate
MOI i. In Stonycreek Township som
erser Co., Pa, adjoining lands OF Jacob Snyderis
heirs, Peter Boyer, Charles Shank. John Brant,
Hamlet snyder. and -others, containing IS acres,
more OF less. being the homestead Of said deceas-
ed, with q good Log House, Barn, and other out
buildings thereon erected Plenty Of good fruit
Excellent water. Well timbered with white oak,
pine and chestnut, making a very desirable home.
MO- land situate as aforesaid, sd-
joining lands OF harriet Snyder, jacob W. Giess-
mes, Abraham Stutzman, and others, containing
10 acres. more or less. This tract has a large
amount of young chestnut white oak, and other
with coal and mineral ten-foot vein OF coal is
now open ON an adjoining tract.
M a certain isa,, tract o. land a,d,,. stu
lands OF John Feig, Matthias Walker, Peter Boy
er, Jacob Snyder's heirs. and others, containing
three acres, more or less
TERMS
Cash on confirmation Of sale and delivery Of
deed. Ten per cent. Of the purchase money must
be paid on day Of sale.
JOHN G.. COLEMAN,
CYRUS RAIMAN,
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PUBLIC SALE
Valuable Real Estate

The undersigned, Administrators and Trustees
for the sale of the real estate OF Jonas Shaulis,
deed late of Somerset Twp, Somerset Co. Pa,
will sell at public outery on the premises, where
Hiram J. Shaulis now lives, on
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-10-21
THURSDAY. OCT. %. 1855.

Att o'clock P. N, the following Real Estate
viz; certain farm OF tract of land situate in
the Township, County and State Aforesaid, ad-
joining lands of Jacob Maust, Samuel Maust,
Benz. and Jacob Ream, Peter Shaulis, H. J.
Shaulis, Geo. y. Saylor. Jeremiah Miller. VIM.
j. Shaulis. Jacob Bockes and Levi and Hiram
Lint, containing 10 acres and - perches more OF
less with a two story