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The Cambria freeman. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1867-1938, 1885-12-18

HUGH O'BRIEN was reelected Mayor
of Boston on Tuesday last, by MAORI
ty OF 5000. He is an Irishman and a
Democrat, and is admitted to be the
best Mayor that Boston has bad for
twenty YeaI5.
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The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24

could conscicntiously recommend to
their customers and their large and
rapidly growing trade will fully at
test the successful carrying out OF
this resolve.
This enterprising shoe store is To-
Gated on Main street, the first store
east of the National bank. The
stock of goods displayed is one OF
the largest and most complete in
this section of the country and en-
braces every thing desirable in the
boot and shoe line. These gentle
men keep every thing in stock from
the cheapest and coarsest to the fin
est and highest priced goods in the
market, and can suit any condition
Of the public. They have the cx-
elusive sale in Paw Paw of several
makes of boots and shoes made by
the best known and leading manu-
factories in the United States.
Among them may be mentioned the
celebrated Gray Brothers. goods,
SELF Schwab & Co. The reputation
of goods manufactured by these
firms is SO well known that they do
not need especial mention from us.
They also handle James Means popu-
lar three dollar shoe, being the best
shoe in the market for the money.
Messrs. CAROLS are now selling
childs' misses and ladies' rubbers at
the uniform price of % cents pr. pair.
Having had long experience in
this line of business these gentlemen
are emincntly qualified to hold the
position they occupy. Their long
experience is a sure guarantee of
their judgment in selecting goods;
they know what and when to buy and
as they buy largely, direct from the
manufacturers at cash prices, are
enabled to place their goods OH the
market at lower prices than other
houses who do not possess this adj
vantage. Both as private citizens
and business men, these gentlemen
are highly esteemed, and the success
they have met with in their business
is richly deserved. They are live
business men and conduct their
affairs on the most elevated plane of
commercial integrity, liberal, honest
and energetic. They are esteemed
as among our best business men, and
Paw Paw has reason to take pride in
this house as one of her best institu-
tons.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
PAW PAW.
What is Being Done in Our City
and Who Are Doing 1t.
A Long Limo of de-Awake and
Enterprising Firms.
A Chapter Which Gives Everybody, and
Especially the Trading Public, Much
Valuable Information.

We devote considerable portion
of our space this week to a review Of
some of our business interests. The
reader will find in each account some
thing Of interest relating to the per-
sonal history and business efforts OF
men who transact a large portion OF
the business done in Paw Paw, and
who give to the place its prominence
in this part of the state in a business
way. TIE NoRTuERNEI points with
pride to the history herein contained
and as time rolls on, progression is
plainly observable on all sides, and
with our interests placed in the
hands Of such men as are in this issue
spoken of, we need not fear that we
will not continue in wealth and sol
idity. Every line Of this business
history should be carefully read by
everybody who may see this edition
of the NoRTuERNER.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
A. j. SABIN.

The above named gentleman has
been doing business in our little city
for the past four years, having located
here in 1881. Mr.. Sabin has had "A
years active experience in the ma
chinist trade, and thoroughly under
stands the business in all Of its
minutest details. His shop is located
on Main street, and is well supplied
with all the machinery, tools, and APP
pliances necessary for the machinist's
business.
Mr.. Sabin is prepared to repair all
kinds of machinery, fitting out line
shafting, etc. He makes speciality
of repairing engines; take your old
engine to him and he will make it as
good as new.
We take great pleasure in recon-
mending Mr.. Sabin to all who may
want anything done in his line, feel
ing sure that you will have your
work done in the best possible man
ncr, at the most reasonable terms,
and receive pleasant and gentlemanly
treatment at all times.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
ELI WISE.

In a careful view of each impor-
tant commercial industry of Paw
Paw, the manufacture OF -four de-
mands more than passing notice in
work of this character. Among the
establishments devoted to the manu-
facture of flour, that of the gentle
man whose name heads this article
stands among the foremost in this
part of the state, and in its facilities
and perfection, equals any now ex-
listing in the state. Mr.. Wise has
grown up in the milling business,
having been actively engaged in that
vocation for the past 30 years. He
has been running the Central Mill for
the past three years and through his
able management has brought its
reputation to its present high stand
ing. His honorable and straight for
ward manner of conducting his bus.
mess, combined with the excellence
of his products, has given him an
enviable reputation among his many
customers. He makes a point Of
buying all kinds Of grain such as
wheat, corn and oats, for which he
always pays the highest market
price. The trade of this mill to a
great extent is local. For this reason
unusual care is taken in bringing the
grinding to the highest state of per-
lection. His flour has already estab-
lished itself for excellence, and it
requires the full capacity of the mill
to meet the demands which its SUI
periority has created. Mr.. w. makes
speciality of custom work and farm
ers bringing grain to his mill can
exchange for flour, meal, etc., and
do not have to wait for their own to
be ground. This is a great conven-
fence to the farming community and
they should bear these facts in mind,
besides remembering the flour made
at the Central Mills is of the best
quality to be had in the market, and
he sells all goods, in his line, at the
lowest possible prices. Mr.. w. sells
flour, feed and grain at jobbing prices.
He guarantees all goods to be of
the best, gives full weights and will
deliver flour in any part of the city
without extra charge.
The Central Mills are not only en-
joying the best custom trade in the
city, but we can say without fear of
contradiction, the best in the county,
and with Mr.. w. at the head of it,
we cannot see why it should not con-
tinue to increase in patronage. AS
a private citizen, Mr.. Wise stands
deservedly high. We take pleasure
in recommending him, to all needing
any thing in his line.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
E. P. BURROUGHS.

Our object in issuing this large
edition of our paper is TO call the at
tention of our readers to the repre-
sentative men of this city, and it has
been our aim to only speak of such
men as we can consistently recon-
mend.
We have cndeayorcd to embody
every industrial interest, every
branch of trade, every profession,
and it is with pleasure that we call
attention to the gentleman whose
name heads this article.
Mr.. Burroughs located in this city
two years ago, coming from Chicago,
where he held the highest positions
of trust for fifteen years. In locating
here, Mr.. Burroughs has expended
considerable money buying the prop
erty that he occupies, and arranging
the buildings to suit the convenience
of his wares. He keeps a general
line of builders supplies, such as
lime, cement, plaster, hair, stucco,
etc. He also has for sale the best
fertilizers in the market, handles
feed and bran, and also has the best
coal and stock yards west of
Detroit.
He always keeps the best grades of
coal, and has the reputation of giving
full weight and measure.
Mr.. Burroughs has the exclusive
ice business of the city. This fact,
Of itself, is sufficient guarantee that
he conducts the business satisfactor-
lily to ALL
Besides the many industries already
mentioned, Mr.. Burroughs manufac-
lures the best fly paper in the market.
The Little Joker fly paper has rep
utation all over the country as being
superior to all others. 1t is the only
paper that oil will not penetrate,
thereby lasting longer than the ordi-
nary fly paper. The sticking sub
stance of the paper is perfectly harm
less, containing no poisonous matter
Whatever, but as stlcker has no
equal.
Mr.. Burroughs enjoys a large sale
of this article, as the goods readily
recommend themselves, it only being
necessary to use the paper once to
be convinced of its superiority over
all other fly paper that is now in the
market.
Last but not least, Mr.. Burroughs
handles all kinds of farming nipple
ments, having the agency for some
of the best machines in the market
His place Of business is near the r..
r. depot.
We would say to those needing
anything in his line, call on Mr.. Bur
roughs. You will always receive
full value for your money, and be
treated in a courteous manner.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
O. H. P. SHELDON.

The subject of this sketch is well
and favorably known. Having lived
in this community for the past forty
years, he naturally understands the
wants and needs Of the farming COM
munity. Some three years ago he
went into the agricultural implement
business, and it has ever been his
aim to keep only the best labor-sav-
ing implements that the market af-
fords; and when we state that he
handles the John p. Nanny Mower,
the Albion Spring-Tooth Harrow and
Seeder, Gale Rakes and Flows, the
Rix Wheel Harrow and Corn Guilt
vator, manufactured at Kalamazoo,
Mich, which, by the way, are giving
better satisfaction than any other
like tools in the market, the FL
wood 2-horse Cultivator, manufac-
tured by the r. Elwood Mfg. Co.,
Sycamore, ILL.,, which, as pulverizer
has no equal, and by removing one
section of shovels you have the
best two-horse cultivator in the
world, the Veteran Rake, the Ben
ton Harbor Chilled Flows, the
new Dodge Chilled Flows, and
various other implements too numer-
Gus to mention, we think he comes
pretty near fulfilling the contract.
Mr.. Sheldon is also agent for the
Excelsior Furniture Company, which
makes speciality of manufacturing
school furniture. Their reputation
for that class of goods stands deserv-
edly high. All goods handled by
Mr.. Sheldon are first class in every
respect, as he will handle no others,
and we feel safe in saying that our
farmers who buy of him will get ma
chimes upon which they can rely as
being fully up to the standard in
every respect. Mr.. Sheldon stands
deservedly high in the community.
He will be found a very pleasant
gentleman to deal with, and his
word can be relied upon with the
strictcst confidence.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
P. H. CARROLL & co.

This popular establishment ranks
as one of the leading and most relia-
bic enterprises Of the kind in this
section of the country, and merits
liberal mention in this issue Of the
NoRTHERNER.
No house in any line of trade can
offer any better inducements to the
purchaser, and no concern is more
widely recognized for the excellence
of its goods. This popularity is due
to the liberal policy and prompt bus
mess habits of the proprietors, the
cordial and courteous manner with
which every one visiting their store
is treated and to the choice and CON-
plete assortment of goods that is at all
times displayed. The proprietors of
this establishment, Mr.. p. III. and j.
j. Carroll established their store in
our city five years ago. Mr.. p. II.
Carroll is a thorough boot and shoe
man, understanding the business in
all of its details, having been connec-
ted with the trade for the past Is
years, the larger part of this time
being connected in the wholesale
line. Mr.. j. J. Carroll is well and
favorably known, having been in the
employment of Mr.. Smith for three
years before entering into business
for himself.
They were not long in securing a
goodly share of the patronage of our
people, and as time rolled by con-
tinued to add to their stock Of goods
and list of customers, until now their
assortment of goods will be found
very large and complete, and their
number of patrons very great. They
began business with a determination
Of keeping only such goods as they
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
j. H. PRATER.

There is no stronger evidence OF
the advancement of a people in re-
fnement and culture than the
encouragement and cultivation OF
fine arts. Ability in whatever pur-
suit found, whether artistic or com
mercial, always attracts attention and
is its own best recommendation. In
the rapid progress of modern re-
search, few professions have received
greater accessions of Improvement
than photography. In the great ac-
emulation Of styles, careful sitting
and Judgment have been required
in order to discard the worthless and
trivial and select the truly meritori-
Gus.
Mr.. j. III. Prater is an example OF
a pains-taking thorough artist, and a
visit to his rooms will amply repay
the lover of the beautiful and arts
tic.
This gentleman has had an expert
ence of over 26 years. His rooms are
nicely fitted up and are kept in ex-
cellent order; every thing about the
place denotes thorough knowledge
of the business in which he is en-
gagged, and high degree of intellec-
tual culture and refinement. The
operating room deserves special men,
ton. 1t is supplied with all the
improved instruments and appliances
necessary for the business, and the
light is excellent; in fact, we doubt
If there is a better operating room in
this part of the state. He makes a
point of always keeping up with the
times. His experience has been
very extensive and he has profted
by the knowledge gained. He ex-
amines carefully into everything new
that is introduced into photography
and if it is considered practical, and
any improvement on what he has
hitherto used he never fails to adopt
it.
Mr.. p. makes all kinds of photo
graphs, but makes a speciality of cab
met and panel pictures. He also
pays special attention to retouching
and his work in all things equals that
of large cities.
This gentleman uses tho dry plate
or what is more commonly known as
the instantaneous process, by which
pictures are taken in one-twentieh the
ordinary time. A photograph by
this is more satisfactory than by any
other and is the only method by
which you can obtain a perfect pic
ture of a baby. He also does very
fine work in India ink, water colors,
oil, etc., etc.
Mr.. Z. is an old and respected citi-
zen, having been resident of Paw
Paw since 1886, and is so wide
ly and favorably known to the people
Of this section that he requires few
words of commentator from us. He
is known as an honorable and just
business man, has high regard for
his word and occupies the position
of leading photographer of our city.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
Mr. JAY CUMMINGS
70 The Double Store.

OF the houses engaged i'll the dry
goods trade here it is safe to assert
that none occupy position more
entitled to consideration than that of
Mr.. Jay Cummings. Ever since its
establishment, in 1881, the business
has increased and steadily grown to
its present large dimensions. Mr..
Cummings is an active and energetic
business man and as everything con-
nected with the business comes un-
der his personal supervision, even to
the smallest detail, he is enabled
to save large amount Of money
each year, which is given to his
patrons. by reducing the price of
goods. This firm makes speciality
of fine dress goods and trimmings,
and very complete liue of fine neck
wear, notions, hosiery, gloves, white
goods and ladies muslin underwear
Mr.. Cummings is sole agent for the
Badger State shawls, of world wide
reputation as being the best shawl
shown of its kind. Also Balls health
preserving corsets, and the Mather
patent lacing kid gloves.
Every department is now full and
complete for fall trade and early in
spection is invited. We cordially COM
mend this house to the trade and
public generally, and it may be
added that the establishment Of Mr..
Cummings is one of the best in this
part of Michigan.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
A. HATHAWAY.

To point out for the commentator
of the public, integrity and capacity
exhibited in any branch of the diverse
interests which engage the attention
of the community, is province of
our work of which we are not in
frequently reminded, and a privi-
lege which we feel at liberty to exer-
else with reference to the enterprise
of the gentleman whose name heads
this sketch.
Mr.. Hathaway is self made man
in every respect. He had no help
other than his own indomitable will
and strong right arm in making his
start in life, and owes the position
he occupies among his fellow men to
his own exertions.
Mr.. ii. has been connected with
the lumber trade for nearly 30 years,
being with one of the largest firms
in northern Michigan for % years.
He commenced at the very bottom
round of the ladder and has success
fully worked his way to the top, so
that there is no detail in the lumber
trade, no matter how minute, that he
does not thoroughly understand. As
lumber enters into almost every i'm
provement made, it is conceded that
the trade is one of great Importance,
and fortunate is the community that
has those engaged in the distribution
of building material who strive to
prepare and furnish it at minimum
cost, thus giving poor man a better
chance to build his little home, while
the rich do not object to low
prices.
Mr.. Hathaway has been engaged in
the lumber trade in our city for the
past three years. In his yards can
be found lumber of all kinds, lath,
shingles, sash, doors, blinds, moul-
dings, ETC., etc.; in fact, he is prepared
to supply all demands in any guam
tity or quality.
His yards are located opposite the
depot of the Toledo & South Haven
Railroad.
Mr.. ii. also has yard at Lawton,
and has just started another at Do
wagiac, with Mr.. J.. A. Lindsey as
partner. Mr.. Lindsey was formerly
in the lumber trade at Hartford, and
has the reputation of being gentle
man in every sense of the term, also
a practical lumber man.
Mr.. A. Hathaway is in the prime
of business usefulness, and devotes
his personal energies and qualifca-
tons to his business with telling
effect. Being an energetic business
man, and conversant with all the
details of his business, he is a strictly
reliable man with whom to form bus
mess relations. 1t is to such enter
prising, able and skilful citizens as
Mr.. III. that cities are indebted for
their positions among the manufac-
turing and progressive marts of the
world.
Mr. Hathaway is one of our best
and most reliable business men, and
as a private citizen stands dcservcdly
high. He has been very successful
in his business, which being con-
Quoted upon honor, would be the nat
ural result, and we have yet to learn
of any dissatisfaction in any of his
transactions. He will be found
very pleasant gentleman to deal
with, and we take pleasure in COM
mending him to the good wishes of
the people.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1885-09-24
H. p. NELSON.

Mr.. Nelson has been identified
with the business interests Of Paw
Paw for the past 20 years, and is too
well known to need special mention
from us. He has been engaged in his
present business for the past z years,
and has one of the best meat mar
kets in the town. At his market
will always be found the choicest
steaks, roasts, smoked and salt meats
of all kinds. His market is model
of neatness, and you will always re-
ceiyc courteous attention while trad
ing there.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-10-05
Bellies at Bill Beating

The Bellies of hotel bill Heaters" woulC
seem more becoming aud appropriate
title for the gang which visited this city
recently under the title Of Bellies of the
Bat They attempted to swindle the
hotel out of their board bill here, and
disputed all other honest and just debts,
and it seems that at Davenport the same
scheme was repeated, as the following
from the Gazette indicates
The baggage of the Bellies of the Bat,
who recently visted Davenport. was at
tached by Mine Host Gross, Of the Ack>
ley house, for an unpaid board bill OF
SAC. Yesterday one of the fairies who
had severed her connection with the com
pany appeared in Justices court and
asked that "A writ of replrvin be issued
for her trunk and clothing, claiming that
personal property was not subject to ats
tach hent for the proprictor's indebted
ness, but agreeing To pay the amount of
her board bill.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-10-05

Mothers, look out for the dime novels.
No poison more insidious could be in,ro>
duced into your homes. Keep the minds
health as carefully protected as you do
the body's, and the state reform school
will not open its doors to close them for
years upon one of her darllngs. Amoth-
els boy in Montreal. only fourteen years
old, was recently detected in $500 forg>
cry. He and two companions were about
starting for New York and had about
thirty dime novels in their possession. A
boy in Thaddeus Stevens public schools
at Philadelphia, when reprimanded by his
teacher recently, drew revolver and
threatened to shoot her. This led to a
search Of the pupils, when several revol :
vers were captured from boys about ten
years old About one hundred and TWEEN =
ty dime novels were dis covered to be the
property Of the youthful scapegraces.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-10-05

1t was narrow escape from seri-
Hoover had near the corner of Twenty
fifth street and Sixth avenue yesterday
afternoon. Mr.. and Mrs. Hoover, with
their child. were driving down the latter
thoroughfare, when a tug became unfas-
tened, frightening the horse, which be
came unmanageabe and but for the time
ly assistance of Mr.. K. W. Wilcox who
rushed out and seized the vicious animal
by the bit as he was starting of at ter
rife rate, the occupants of the vehicle
must have been more or less injured.
The Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1885-1886, 1885-10-05
we, % 3 Co"

In few weeks an engagement will be
played here by Messengers I'VE. Us g. Co. "
The piece is one of the widest musical
absurdtics that has been produced during
the last or years; in this country; for
the past IL months it has crowded the
largest theatres in the country and has
probably made more money for the mana>
gers than any other attraction on the
road. The piece is satire on doctors;
and the authors have pointed out their
satire with such skill that the audiences
are kept roaring for two hours and a half.
part from the broadly comical character
and situations the music which is abun,
ant is one of the great features of the
piece and the voices of the company arc
said to be unusually fine.