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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

! On Friday night last Mr.. VIII Traup, a
| clerk in schelrs hardware and stove store,
stopped on his wav home from the skating
rink, to leave his skates at the store. He
! noticed that the door at the rear of the store
was ajar. and walked back, closed it, and
was Just stepping out of the front door when
! his attention was attracted by slight noise.
| He at once struck a light, and discovered in
the middle of the floor large collection of
tInware tied together and ready for removal
\ further search revealed the form of a man
! hiding beneath range. Traup took him by
/ the collar. stood him on his feet. and was
much surprised to recognize John burst, a
young man living on the outskirts of town.
Troup says Durst offered him s2oifhe would
let him go and promise not to tell. He ad-
miited that he had pal outside, but refused
10 give his name. Owing to the lateness of
the hoar be allowed Durst to go, but
promptly reported the matter to his en-
ployer IN the morning. Durst win be re-
membered as the young man who shot
himself few months ago. burst has skip
ped. but the officers are keeping a sharp
look out for him. number Of the stores
in town have been broken into during the
past few months. and the merchants have
made up their minds to put a stop to it.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16
pEssmoRr. Kansas, December :. 1885

! DESSMoRE, kASsAs, December 4, 1850.
Mr.. EDITOR Among your patrons there
may be some desirous OF seeing an item from
Western KANSAS. ] AM located about fifty
miles south OF the parallel passing through
Somerset. There is vast difference in tenn
perature. however. We have had no snow
falls yet, this season. Cattle are still graz
ing on the prairies. The weather is pleas
ant, as the heat is not oppressive or the cold
severe, at this season of the year. This is
no wood, but a corn country. Timber is
found only along the banks of rivers and
streams The varieties are boxelder. ash.
elm, walnut, and cottonwood This part Of
the State is well watered. as can be observ-
ed by tracing the north fork of Solomon
river through Norton county.
There is q vast area OF farming land, free
from surface stone and composed of dark,
rich. sandy loan, covered with heavy sod,
the same being used extensively in the eree-
ton of barns and sheds, and by some for
dwellings. II is claimed to make a COM
Portable house, being warm in winter and
tOOA IA hhhphE tfN-t sNAhNtuAtr
may be found some with bay windows and
arched doors. The more primitive struct-
ures were built regardless of taste, some liy
ing in holes, or excavations made along the
twigs and sod The era of sod building.is
almost over. Society is improving. Frame
structures are being erected, and immense
cribs in which TO store corn. Much of the
corn is thrown on piles. similar to stone on
some of the eastern farms.
At present corn is worth % cents per BUSH
el. while coal rates about the same. The
former is extensively used as fuel by many
of the farmers. The land is not adapted to
corn growing only, but small grain and veg
etables, such as potatoes, melons, sweets,
etc, are successfully grown here. Prices of
land vary according to quality and location.
Eight hundred dollars will buy good farm
of l60 acres, within three or four miles of
the railroad. Three years ago land rated at
two dollars per acre. Farming land is not
enclosed by fence The herd law is in force
here, that is for every one to care for their
own stock, and not allow them to trespass.
1t is common sight to meet a herder
mounted or twenty dollar pony, with
forty dollar saddle.
The health of the country is good. Cy-
clones and earthquakes are feared and felt
no more, and fever and ague is almost un-
known. Respectfully.
j. A. G.
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DIED.

WILLIAMSON Tuesday, the s,h inst,
near Kingwood, Mrs. Rebecca A. Williams,
aged 80 years and months.
BECK.-on Oct. II, 1855, at the residence
OF Mr. John Moreland, in Upton, iowa Mr..
W H. Fl. Beck. aged 2s years, S months and
days.
Mr. Beck died after very short illness.
He was surrounded by his wife ana a few
of the neighbors and passed away quietly
and pereefully. He was born in Somerset
county, Penna a, February Ii, 1857, and died
October II, 1855. He was united in holy
wedlock with Miss Alice A. Good, on Octo-
Der 4th, 1855. a young widow, mother,
brother and sister remain to mourn his loss
He united wilh the N. Z. Church at about
20 years of age OF which he was a consistent
member to the time Of his death. During
his illness he expressed bis desire to go home
and be with Jesus. In the midst of life we
are in death. REV. 4. J. KIssELL.
HORN.-At his home. on Thursday, Nov
10, 1888, Mr.. c. II. Horn. in the 9th year of
his age.
Henry Clark Horn was born in Bedford
county, Pa, July :, 1892. and died at his
home near Upton, Nov. 10 1856, aged 63
years, months and y days.
-Four days before he died he had an attack
Of acute pneumonia, which SO quickly hur-
ried him to the end of this mortal life He
felt Immediately that be woald never get
well. During his intense .ufferings he
would whisper Jesus, blessed Jesus" He
died leaning on the Diyine Arm. His fu-
neral occurred the following Saturday and
was LARGELY attended. His pastor. the writer,
delivered the sermon from the text, - Let
me die the death of the righteous and let
my las; end be like His
How blest the righteous when he dies. "
-Tpton la 4dratiser.
The deceased was brother-in-law Of Sher-
iff Shafer of this place
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

At the meeting of the Stockholders of the
Pittsburgh Il Connellsville Railroad held at
Pittsburgh last week. all of last yerr's Off
GERS of the Company were reelected. The
usual calm current of the stockbolder's 5
meeting ofthe ?. & c. was rufiled by the
kick of some of the stockholders who de-
manded the appointment Of committee to
investigate the books and accounts of the
road with reference to its dealings with the
Baltimore & Ohio. and that the members of
the committee be in no manner connected
with the Baltimore & Ohio company. The
movement is backed by number of the
minority Of stockholders and is said to be
only preliminary TO legal proceedings TO
compel the b. & o. to account for the i'm
mense sums received by morteaging this
now valuable and paying piece of Railroad
property. They are informed that the five
millions or more realized from the recent
consolidated $40, ,o00.oo0 mortgage was par
TALLY or wholly expended upon the Phila-
delphia branch. 1t is also sand that the
several millions realized some years ago out
of the first consolidated mortgage of 5000
900 were spent upon piece of road in Ohio,
now a prrt of the Chicago route. There are
about 81, coo shares of stock, 32. coo of which
are owned or controlled by the Baltimore
and Ohio people. Since the ten million
mortgage was recorded, the stock has de-
creased in value from sa5 and $50 to SIS per
share
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16
JAMES b. HoLDERBAUN.

WE PRoTEcT THE PBoPLE, THAT Is THE
REASON THEY SUPPORT Us.-Becher, the
Leading Clothier and Halter, has Just receiy-
ed a most magnificent stock of Holiday
Goods that, together with his immense
stock that he had on hand fills his store so
that he can hardly turn around. and in or
der to make room he has decided TO give his
customers, and the public generally, the
benefit of one cf the greatest reductions in
clothing, hats, caps. and gents furnishing
goods. that has ever been witnessed in Som
erset. For style, quality and workmanship,
our stock can not be excelled. so call early,
as anybody in need of clothing that will
avail themselves of this rare opportunity,
cannot fail bu; purchase when they see our
prices IN comparison 70 other houses.
B. BEcHER, JR..
The Peoples Clothier,
Somerset, Pa.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

HAVE YOU 4 SLEIGH.-Do you want
sleigh. No young man can afford to do
without sleigh at the pride they are offered
at the hardware store in Somerset. 1t IS
very stylish cutter and one of the most sub
stantial styles made. 1t has white elm
runners. white eelm or second growth hickory
beams. white elm arms bent and splieed in
back. second growth hickory shafts, Is iron
ed with all wrought braces, wrought 7 and
draw irons. steel shoes, handsomely painhSs
and ornamented and finished with the best
varnish, plush or brussels carpet trimmed
has shifting shafts leathered and tipped and
sleigh bells, saddle chimes. robes. blankets
and Whips. A complete outfit Call early
and get your choice.
JAMES r. HOIDFRBAUN
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The Chambersburg Repository says that
Col Conwelrs lecture, Acres of Diamonds
was one of the finest ever heard in the Cum
berland valley, and was the best delivered
before the Teachers Institute OF Franklin
county at their recent session, Col. Con-
well viii deliver the same lecture in Somer-
set on Monday night Of Institute.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Mr. A J. Colborn, Jr., after passing a
highly creditable examination before COM
mittee appointed for that purpose, on Mon
day evening was, upon their recommenda-
ton, this Tuesday morning admitted to the
practice Of the law before the several courts
Of Somerset county. Jack is bound to take
a front seat in the bar wherever he locates,
and his many friends will take the same in
teTest in his success then as they do now.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

CHRISTMAS PREsESrs.-Wax dolls, china
dolls, indes;ructible dolls, bisque dolls with
natural hair and eyes, musical dolls. crying
dolls, Pa and Ma dolls. cheap dolls, fine
dolls, best assortment of dolls in the county.
MRs A L. UHL
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

When you are purchasing your Christmas
turkey, don't forget to buy your relative your
friend, and your neighbor christmas pres
ent and keep in mind that from the stock
of novelties, Fancy Goods, Jewelry, etc, etc
of NJ. NJ. Tredwell & Co., is the best and
cheapest place TO select.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16
PRO BONO PUBLICO.

We announce that having bought large
stock of Flannels, Yarns, Blankets, Canton
Flannes 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, 1885-12-16

Gentlemen and Ladies are often puzzled as
to what they shall select 10 make Holiday
present In this dilemma call on rs and
we will assist you in making sensible
choice that will delight both giver and re-
cipient. VI. NJ. TEEDwELL q Co.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16
Ross DAVIS & Co.

At Welflev's Book Store will be found
full line of choice books for the Holiday
season, including works in all departments
of literature. All the standard English and
American authors. Attractive and excel
lent books for children. Tasteful and in
expensive volumes for Christmas presents.
Also. many novelties in the way of ink
stands, paper weights. ash receivers. picture
frames. beautiful Swiss carved goods, and
bric-a-brae Fine writing papers in plush
boxes, photograph frames of all sorts. The
finest Christmas cards in satin, and many
other nice goods.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

You can make no more suitable present
at the holidays. than pair of nice fitting
boots or shoes. l have in stock large as
sortment of custom made and citymade
goods, adapted to this purpose. Call and see
them. at Sol Uhrs.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

THE HELPIyG HASD.-This department of
the Philadelphia HT,eIy Press is devoted ex-
clusiyely to information and open discus
sion of subjects of interest to women, and
covers the entire field Of practical house
hold work, home culture and entertain
ment. Il Is attracting much attention. In
connection with this department The Press
offers the magnificent book, Great Truths
by Great Authors, the book and The Week
n Press for one year being sent for S1.75.
The publishers price Of the book alone is
200.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

CHRISTMAS GooDs.-Toys of all kinds
trunks, doll carriages, doll chairs, willow
goods, wire goods, china goods, work bas-
kets, plush goods, match safes, mirrors,
frames, banks, tea sets, bureaus, wash sets
vases, ice pitchers. choral tops, bisque fig-
ures. &c. &c. Mrs. A. T., UHL.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The largest and most complete assortment
of books in Somerset are offered at Welfiey's $
Book Store. Toy Books, Childrens Books
Standard Books of all kinds at popular pri-
ces. Fine Fringe Books and Finely Illus
trated Books specially. They will make
nice Christmas presents. Come and make
your selections now, while the stock Is
full3f
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

NorIcE THIS, EVERY ONE or YoU.-For
the next two weeks we will sell our Boys
Clothing regardless of cost. If you want a
cheap and good boys suit call and see us be-
fore buyirg elsewhere.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Court opened at 10 O'Clock Monday morn
ing with President Judge Baer and Assoei
ates Collins and Snyder on the Bench
Twenty members of the Grand Jury answer
ed to their names. Mr.. Moses Yoder oi
Conemaugh, was excused, aud Jacob Swank
Esq, appointed foreman.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

BARGAINS IN JEwELRY.-Haying bought
at She-ih-s Sale large lot Of Jewelry, con-
sisting of Lace pins, Earrings, Bracelets,
Chains, Charms, Cuffbuttons, Watches and
Clocks, am determined to sell them be-
lev first cost Don't fail to come early, as
the goods are going fast. f. MCDOWELL
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Mr., l.. S. Pugh, of Stoyestown, son-in-law
Of the late Mrs. John Gulbreath, is in the
city for the purpose Of attending the funeral.
which takes place tomorrow afternoon at ,
O'Clock. re is accompanied by Mrs. Pugh.
Jobasio,rn Tribune.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

l have the largest, handsomest and best
line of Holiday Goods and Jewely ever car
ried in Somerset, and am selling at the
smallest possible profit. Call and examine
before making your Christmas purchases
elsewhere. W. H. WooD.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16
NOTICE IN DIVORCE.

Annie u. Sherwood by1 In the Court OF Common
her next friend Jane Pleas Of Somerset Coun-
p Pratt, rty Pa. No. 20 December
vs.. Term 1ss5.
Benjamin Sherwood. In DiYOrea.l
10 BenjGMia ShcTW00d Resp0HdeHi:
SIR :-Ihis Is 70 notify you that your wife, An
ME ID. Sherwood. by her next friend. Jane p.
Pratt. has made an application in the above Court
for divorce viHeui0 mairiasOHi from you on the
ground OF wi lful and malicious desertiOn.
The undersigned has been appointed Commits
si0ner and viii hold meeting the office Of Cof-
froth x Rlppel, iu the Borough OF Somerset Pa,
on Tuesday, January 5. A d. 1855. at 10 o'clock
A.. NJ, 10 take testimony OF libeliants witnesses
upon the merits OF the case.
The said Benjamin Sherwood Is nOtihed 10 be
present with his witnesses
J. Ct. OGLE,
deci5ft Commissioner.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

FANCY CHRISTMAS GooDs.-Silk and cash
mere mufflers, silk handkerchiefs, ladies
mems and children's linen handkerchief,
wool mittens. leggins, scarts, home JSdit
hoods. table covers. table cloths, napkins.
towels, outline work, yelling. embroidered
goods, neekwear for ladies and gentlemen
collars. cuffs, gloves, hcsiery, jeweiry, pins,
necklaces, bracelets, cuff buttons, charms,
rings, &C. Mrs. A, Il. OhL-
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The man who advertises counts his money
at the beginning of the year. The man wh o
does not will be equally busy counting his
stock ON hand.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Deer and wild turkeys are said to be very
plenty on Laurel Hill, or about the Fayette
and Somerset line. Charles solomon, lad
of IS years. bagged aturkey last week that
weighed 23I pounds.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Wanted, everybody to come to Welfey's
Book Store and buy pair of those nice dol
lar chromos in nice, heavy walnut frames.
They have never before been altered at that
price.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The Comfy Commissioners on Monday
last appointed Mr.. J. b. Dumbauld, of Mil
ford township, Mercantile Appraiser. Mr..
Dumoanld has had considerable experience
in the mercantile business and is well fitted
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The blizzard" that has just reached US
from its far away home in the Rocky Noun
ta,ns makes warm mittens, gloves, hoods
and articles of that description seascnable
and appropriate presents for the Holidays.
NJ NJ. Tredwell 4 Co have these atsuch low
prices as TO make every one millionaire
who buy them.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The ice on Kantner's dam has been in ex-
cellent condition for skating for the past
week, and as consequence the rink is de-
serted, The boys say that ice beats the lit
tie wheels every day in the week.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

The largest and best selected line of hang
ing lamps eyer in Somerset can be found az
J. B. SNYDER & Co.'S.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

MEAT MARKEr.-Main Street.-We have
lust added a large Refrigerator to our Meat
Market in which all meats can be kept cool
and clean. Mutton, Beef, Pork, &c, kept
constantly on hand. Open daily. Parties
buying meat can have it kept in the Reirig-
orator until wanted.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

SrEaYED.-Eight sheep, six lambs and two
old ones Send information as to their
whereabouts TO WILLIAM NJ. RHoADs.
Lull, p. O.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Sleighing is excellent and our country
friends are making good use of it. as is evil
denced by the many sleighs and sleds on
our streets the past few days.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

TEACHERS IssnTUTE.-The coming insti-
tute promises TO be more numerously at
tended and more interesting, than any
heretofore held. BY general consent and
because of the convenient location and com
Portable store-room, the teachers and di-
rectors have decided to again make Fisher $
Book Store the usual headquarters for
teachers, directors and their friends, during
the Holiday Season and Institute Week.
Here will be found warm stove and cordi-
al welcome. A large and handsome stock
of chromos, reward cards, pictures, frames,
volumes of poetry. histories, biographies,
dictionaries, albums, writing desks, gold
pens and pencils, vases, and hundreds oi
pretty and valuable articles for presents and
practical use During the Institute week
special attention will be paid to the teachers.
Tickets for the lectures at Fishers Book
Store.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Burglars broke into the store Of Henry
Hefiley one night last week. and captured a
considerable quantity Of clothing, under
wear, znd jewelry. No clue.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Mrs. Houston. of Philadelphia, and Mrs.
Stewart, Of Chester county, daughters ofMr.
W B. coffroth are at home for the Christ
mas Holidays.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

Our line of carpets and rugs is full what
is nicer for Christmas present than a nice
rug? Call and see them at j. b. Snyder
& Co.'S
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

t. r. Marshall, the Sohnstown lumber
merchant, was visiting Somerset friends
last W eek
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR on THE B. &
IO.-The b. & o as usual, will extend Holi-
day greetings IN the shape of Round Trip
Tickets at greatly reduced rates over their
entire system. The low rates go into effect
at all stations on the Main Line and branch
es east of Ohio River, including the Pitts
burgh Division, on the Twenty-third, and
those who go TO take Christmas turkey with
friends may remain till after New Year and
enjoy themselves to the utmost. If they do
not want to go on that date, they can pur-
chase tickets on the 2ith, 25th. 3oth and 3lst
Of December, also January lst. These tick
cts are all good 10 return until January ith,
inclusive. the plan adopted by this Com
pany Of issuing Round Trip Tickets has been
in vogue for several years, and has become
not only popular with their patrons, but
quite successful in a pecuniary point of
view. For further information see large
posters, or call on station agents.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16
HooyERsv1ILE ITrus.

HoovERsvIILE lTENs.
Dutchering time is about over for this sea
son.
Snow is scarce in this vicinity, and as a
matter OF course no Shedding.
The camp train will be moved from here
to Sand Patch .on Sunday next. At least il
is so reported.
The interment of Isaiah Rodgers, whose
tragic death you announced in the last issue
of the HERALD. took place at Hooversyiile
cemetery on Wednesday, December 9th, at
IL O'Clock A. NJ The sad occasion was i'm
proved appropriately by Elder MeCsllum, Of
the Disciple Church, from the well known
words, Write, blessed are the dead which
die in the Lord from henceforth yea, saith
the Spirit, that they may rest from Their la
bors. and their works do follow them.
Truly this neighborhood LOST good citizen,
one who was dilIgent in business, ana the
Disciple Church one Other most Jealous and
liberal members. LINGO.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1885-12-16

All the murder cases set down for trial at
the December term Of the Fayette county
courts, have been continued.