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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The Commissioners of this county and De-
fance will meet in joint session to-day at the
residence of VIM. Demland, in Pleasant
township, upon ditch matters. ...
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The Henry county Fair premium pamphlet
is out and ready for distribution. Any on'
can get a copy by applying to the Secretary.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

You will be sorry if you invest dollar in
anything in the clothing line without first
visiting George Hahn, the old reliable peo-
PIES cthothier. His spring goods are simply
immense. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Ladies, if you wish to get Hat or Bonnet
where attention is devoted to the trimming of
them, you should examine Mrs. Frease's mil
linery goods; opposite Court House. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Money for sale-loans at @ to z per
cent, according to amount and Sc.
curity. Campbell & VanCampen.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Instead of asking friend to "come and
dine with me-" you should say, "allow me to
remove the wrinkles from your stomach"
This is the very latest. .....
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Joseph Merritt, Of Hamler, was in the city
on Thursday last. Mr.. M. has just lost his
estimable wife by death, which is a sad be-
reavement and he feels it keenly. ,..
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mrs. Dora Miller and her mother have re-
moved to Findlay, Ohio, where they will take
up their residence. The citizens of Findlay
will find Mrs. Miller an accomplished pianist
and vocalist.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The force of the Johnstown food can be
estimated by the fact that it carried the cars
mile and a half, and the tender of an en-
gine weighing twelve tons was carried four
teen miles down the river.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Do not forget the claims of our advertisers.
The person who never reads the advertising
columns of clean paper misses more than he
or she thinks,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

A grand scheatzenfest was held at Peter
Bostelman's the first of the week. Those at.
tending report good time. II
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Pure nitrous oxide gas for painless extract
ion of teeth. WI. PIERREPoNT,
If Dentist, Bitter Block.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The firm of Schimil d Brennan, propietors
of the "Catholic Campaion," has been dis
solved, as will be seen by notice published
elsewhere. Mr.. Schimil will continue the
hpo
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

At the Northwestern Ohio Band Associa-
tion held at North Baltimore last Tuesday,
fifteen bands were present, the Napoleon
City Band being among them. On the way
there our band gave concert at Holsate to a
delighted audience, while not 90 large, it was
none theless appreciative.5 Our boys return
ed home yesterday morning and say they
are well pleased with the treatment they re-
ceived at the hands of the citizens of North
Baltimore. It was decided to hold the next
band reunion at Chicago Junction, October
9Th, 1889. The following officers were elected
to serve the ensuing year ;: Chas. Jackson,
Napoleon, Presidents G. D. McClaren, North
Baltimore, Sec'y; y. W. Howell, McComb,
Music Director; and Bob. Dittenhaver, of the
Napoleon City Band, Drum Major. 1'f.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

No. l smoked shoulders only and cts.
per pound at John Diemer's. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

For fresh fish go to John Diemer's. He has
them shipped daily from Detroit; pickerel
and Mackinaw trout. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

On the 10th day February, 1887, insured
my Percheron Mare "Mag" with G. H. Gid
ley, of Napoleon, agent of the Farmers and
Breeders Association, Of Columbus, Ohio.
On the 22nd of May, she died of Parturiant
Apoplexy. On the 9Th of June, received a
check of $50 for the full amount of insur-
ance. cheerfully recommend this company
to the farmers and stock breeders of Henry
county, as know them to be prompt and
honorable. MARTIN L. REDMAN.
RIDGEvILLE CORNERS, June g, SS9.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Dwelling House to Sell or Rent. i,'
On Washington street, rooms; good looa-
tion. VIII sell cheap for cash or on time:
good well and cistern.4 Inquire OF ,,,,.. .S "
If a. 3li3 '.-iJ ]. B. DITTENHAvFR,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Messrs. Brady, Ketter, Curdis, Webb,
Clewell. Steuve, Haag and vanHyning drove
to Bowling Green Thursday last, to partici-
pate in the dedication of the new Odd Eel
lows Lodge rooms in that city. They report
q good time, ~.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The young people of the Presbyterian
church gave lawn fete on the grounds at
the home of L. L. Orwig Tuesday evening.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

No. breakfast bacon only 10 cts. per
pound at j. Diemer's. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

For nice fresh stock of Drugs and latest
patterns of Wall Paper call at the store of F.
Il. Voigt, in Holgate. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Special bargains in smoked meats at John
Diemer's. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mr.. and Mrs. @. u. Foncanon, of Liberty
Center, spent several days last week with
friends in this city. f@EN ",
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Goto John Diemer's for No. pickerel and
Mackinaw trout, and 10 cents per pound.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13
National Turner's Society at Cincinna-
ii, June 21st to Oath, 1880. ..ot

On June Goth and 21st the B. and O. R. r..
will sell excursion tickets to Cincinnati, ac-
count National Turner's Society. at Zone low
est first-class limited fare for the round trip.
Tickets good to return until June 9th inclu-
sive. For rates, tickets and time of trains
call on B. and O. agents. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

After weeks shut down to make some
necessary repairs, Burners hoop factory
started up yesterday morning.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Ladies buy the Ross, Levies & Pifer fine
shoe. All warranted. SHoEMANER Bros.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Piso's Remedy for Catarrh is sold by D. ].
Humphrey. Price soc. ap5-6m
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Auditor Russell informs us that at the
regular meeting of the County Commission
ers last week an exceptionally large amount
of important business was transacted, in fact
more was done than at any previous meeting
since has has held his Office or acted as clerk
of the board. Among other important bust
lot of outstanding bonds for redemption and
divided the county into districts for the COM
ing decennial appraisement of real property
next year. Each township was made dis
frict
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Billy Sheffield, of Deshler, Ohio, is first
class workman. We recommend him to out
readers as an honest man and blacksmith.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

One thousand pair summer Jersey Vests;
worth 25 cents, reduced to 1910, at Shoema-
ker Bros $50 If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

A newspaper correspondent gives strange
cure for rheumatism. A man sorely twisted
and strung up with rheumatism was one day
bitten by rattlesnake, and when he got over
the effects of the snake poison he was sur
prised to find that the rheumatism troubles
had entirely left him. If the cure should be
proven effective by further trials, the rattle
snake will become eagerly sought for and
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Take our advice, buy the Ross, Levies &
Pifer fine shoe. If SHOEMAKER Bros.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Money TO Loan at @ and z per cent.
NJ. KNUPP, Napoleon, o.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13
Firemen's Tournament.

The Northwestern Ohio fremen's tourna.
ment will be held at Tiffin Tuesday, Wednes.
day and Thursday, July 2, 8 and 4. The fol.
lowing are the prizes offered; m
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mrs. Durbin, who has been here on short
visit with her son Rodney, left for her home
in Chicago on Monday. .-...
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Best rendered White Rose lard from to II
cents per pound at John Diemers. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Henry Holterman sells the Standard sew
ing machine. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

John Diemer has the lowest prices Of any
meat market in Napoleon in fresh, salt and
smoked meats. - II
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The Defiance College Summer Normal will
begin July 18th and continue six weeks. The
work is especially designed for teachers and
those, preparing. to teach. Unequaled in
struCtion. Rates $2.6O to $3.50 per week, in
cluding everything. Tuition alone, S..
Write for particr lars. Jas. A. BoYoE.
my 9-2m
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Joseph Rantz, one of the old Democrats of
Monroe township, gave us a pleasant call on
Saturday. NE-..
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Last Monday G. E. Reynolds went to Lib
erty Center for the purpose of settling the
losses caused by the fire of May 26th, to those
who held policies in his different companies.
The loss of L. E. Viers, was adjusted June
5th and draft for $1,000, the full amount,
was forwarded to him on the 7th. The barn
of John T. West, insured for $100 was also
paid in full. This speaks we'll for the COM
panies and also for their agent, G. E. Reyn-
olds, for the prompt and satisfactory man
ner in which they conduct their business.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

"Neger send a dollar away from home,"
a contemporary says. "when the article that
the dollar will purchase can be obtained at
home. Money is our financial blood. Its
circulation keeps the business body alive.
Bleed that body by sending that money away
from hop1e and soon trade will put on a look
Of lethargy and inactivity. Always trade at
home. 1t is doubly useful. Il helps the per-
sons patronized ana finds its way 70 you
aQ8inp ',' e. .t. 2 s-'Ti 'Ii'F
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mrs. A. NJ. Haight, of Defiance, Ohio, il
visiting in this city, the guest of her friend
Mrs. Hattie G. Fink.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

While opening bottle of seltzer water one
day last week, Joseph Scherer, the gentle
manly clerk for H. Gathman, had the index
finger on the right hand badly cut by the
bottle bursting.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mayor Frease met with quite serious ac-
cident at his new house on the Bryan pike
Thursday last. He was in the act of doing
some repairs. when the ladder he was upon
fell. In falling Mr.. F. struck barrel,
breaking two of his ribs, which has confined
him to his house since. The fracture is a
painful one and will lay him up for some
time.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13
BUSINESS LOCALS.

No. 1smoked side meat for 8 cts. per pound
at John Diemer's. ct
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

We have received the first number of the
new German apper recently started in Bowl
ing Green by Messts. Damman & Hotter
man of this city, The paper is an
eight page quarto and makes a good appear
ance, and no doubt will receive the support it
deserves from the Germans of Wood county.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

A book soon to be published in New York
for a private circulation is to contain cata-
logue of the very wealthy men of the United
States. As the standard of wealth ia to he
fixed at $1,OOO,OOO, country vditors will be
obliged to hustle around lively the next few
weeks in order to have their names enrolled
in the book 70
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

For several weeks there has been published
on this page per cent, Of dividends for 1888 Of
variouslife insurance companies. The com.
pany represent being the highest; now to
show how they can pay the best dividends
give this week the KEY, low expenses.
E. r. CowDRIoK,
Agent Mutual Benefit Life Insurance Com
pany, 3t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The loss of life in the Johnstown disas-
ter is not near as large as was at first report
ed, and it is now supposed the number will
fall below 5000, but the exact figures will nev-
er be ascertained. 1t is gratifying to know
that the number oflost is decreasing instead
of increasing.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Wauseon and Napoleon ball clubs will NEE
in friendly contest for the supremacy il
the near future. : r,....
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Sheep that we're clipped before the recent
storm have suffered much, and many have
died from exposure.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mr.. Fred. Miller, of Florida, was in tn,
city on Saturday, paying his taxes, seeing thu
printer &c
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

oor.ss wsi.., q shOsuAtsF Bros. Il
The county tIsssursr is bu.y rsssiviag
taIes.
viss.j ass,; n'YonA4'FY'SfFSF''a IS's in y 'i
Sieve LAsksy, OtI Toledo, wa in ths city
Monday. Ia "a
wiIlBaun made . business t1p % FinA
lay, yesterday. e
Dan. Gnllenser. Of Malinia, was in thsei.y
lass "Wednesday.
Great reduction in summer goods of all
kinds at Wilson'S. -a-.... q
W. Stephenson, of Marion, Ind, has been
in the city this week.
F.M. Baldwin and L. L. Orwig will spend
to-day in Cincinnati. -r-
Attorney .Rummen, of Holgate, spent
Tuesday in the county seat gjl|:t
Mrs. Adams, of Lafayette, Ind, is a guest
of her sister, Mrs. A. E. Mann.
The Standard Company found the morsel
too big when it tried to swallow Toledo.
Mrs. Miller, of Tifin, was guest of her
son, W. D. Miller, and wife, the past week.
One thousand pair Jersey Vets, worth 25c,
reduced to 1211c. If SHOEMAKER BRos.
corro ,,co.-o,, N;okroI r4oo.e -for
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Chas. Evers and L. L. 0rwig will put dow
asphalt sidewalks in front of their respectiv
resident lots. H.. Is-s. -. r'S
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Corset waists at Shoemaker Bros.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Miss Maud Talbot is spending the sum-
mer at Andrews, Ind.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Hon. H. c. Groschner has purchased fine
new surrey for his family.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Smoke "Snipe" Nickel Cigars, for
sale at the POstoffice Cigar Stand. II
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

For stylish millinery call at Mrs. Freases.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mayor Crawford, of Liberty Center, was in
the city on Friday.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Quite a number of NapoIeonites went to
Toledo yesterday to see Forepaugh's circus.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Miss Matte Mann is visiting her sister in
Lafayette, Ind.
Shoemaker Bros. has the best S3.OO mems
shoe on earth.
Mayor Crawford, of Liberty Center, was in
the city on Friday.
Miss Maud Talbot is spending the sum-
mer at Andrews, Ind.
Hon. H. c. Groschner has purchased q fine
new surrey for his family.
Capt. Willard has returned from Michigan,
somewhat improved in health.
Earnest Weaver and wife are visiting
friends at MiddIetown, Butler county, o.
Men try our $3OO shoe. Warranted.
If SHoEMAKER Bios.
Mrs. Gibbs, of Chicago. is in the city a
guest of her sister, Mrs. NJ. ]. Shoemaker.
Quite a number of NapoIeonites went to
Toledo yesterday to see Forepaugh's circus.
VIM. F. Binzley, Dentist.
Rooms over Humphreys Drug Store. II
Mr.. Fred. Miller, of Florida, was in the
city on Saturday, paying his taxes, seeing the
printer, &c.
Wauseon and Napoleon ball clubs will meet
in friendly contest for the supremacy in
the near future. 2 r..>...
Chas. Evers and L. L. 0rwig will put down
asphalt sidewalks in front of their respective
resident lots. z-...- = IS. .s. =
Sheep that we're clipped before the recent
storm have suffered much, and many have
died from exposure.
Mrs. A. NJ. Haight, of Defiance, Ohio, is
visiting in this city, the guest of her friend
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Bureaus! ~f1s trv a., .-- ~
Henry Holterman has d fne stock Of
Bureaus at $500. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Shoemaker Bros. has the best s3.OO mems
shoe on earth. II
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Capt. Willard has returned from Michigan,
somewhat improved in health.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

One thousand pair Jersey Vets, worth 25c,
reduced to 121{c. If SHoEMAKER Bios.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mrs. Gibbs, of Chicago. is in the city q
guest of her sister, Mrs. NJ. ]. Shoemaker.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Earnest Weaver and wife are visiting
friends at Middletown, Butler county, D.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

The Standard Company found the morsel
too big when it tried to swallow Toledo.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mrs. Miller, of Tifin, was a guest of her
son, W. D. Miller, and wife, the past week.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Men try our $500 shoe. Warranted.
II SHoEMAKER Bios.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

VIM. F. Binzley, Dentist.
Rooms over Humphreys Drug Store.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

L.R.siford's City, Tonsorial ParIors
Bitter Block, = "a,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

People may look for something new in
this column every week.
Best Steak to 10c, or pounds for 25c.
Best Roast to cents per pound.
Best Boils 5 to cents per pound.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Great reduction in summer goods of al
kinds at Wilson'S. L.. q
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13
Mackinaw Trout

Friday and Saturday of each week, very cheap.
IT, At POHLMAN BROS.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

viii Baum made business tTip 70 tind-
lay, yesterday. 81 E s F
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Dan. Gnlleneer, Of Malinta, was in thecily
Lad Wednesday. k m
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Smoke Meats.
Don'tforget US when you want good
slice Of ham, or at wholesale, at lowest
prices and first class goods. Also our
Bacon Is very fine. ------
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Miss Matte Mann is visiting her sister in
Lafayette, Ind.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

W. Stephenson, Of Marion, Ind, has been
in the city this week.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

FRESH CAUGHT LAKE HURON
White Fish and t1a :. I:sr sy"go5,l /, a..
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Mrs. Adams, of Lafayette, Ind, is guest
of her sister, Mrs. A. E. Mann.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

We wish to say that we will have
fresh fish on hand every Friday and
Saturday until further notice, at the
lowest prices.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

+. NJ. Baldwin and L. L. Orwig will spend
to-day in Cineinnsti.-, -rg-
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1889-06-13

Rob-. MsoAskef, q TOlsdO, was in ibe cib
Monday IL ]
Lancaster daily intelligencer. [volume] (Lancaster, Pa.) 1864-1928, 1889-08-31
AMERICAN SCIENTISTS.
THE ANNUAL MEETING m THE CITY
OF TORONTO, ONT.

Sketches of some Of the PrU1inest Mem
hers Of the Association, lnciudias Most
Of the Omcers-They Are . Braisy t,St
Of Meu.
A meeting Of the American Associa-
ton for the Advancement Of Science be-
gan In Toronto Aug. "a. Maj. Powell
goes out this year as president. and Pro-
fessor Mendenhall goes In.
Thomas Corwin Mendenhall, PHI. D.,
IL. d. evidently named for Tom Cor.
win, the celebrated statesman and ora
tor Of Ohio), was born in Hanoverton.
O., in 1S4l. From his childhood he ex-
hibited fondness for the study Of ma
thematics and natural science and ac-
quired by himself knowledge of those
branches, In which he has since become
eminent. He received q common school
education. In 1873 he became professor
of physics and mechanics and held this
position till 1873. Then he went to ia
pan to accept professorship Of physics
in the Imperial university Of Toxic, in
Producing there special course in sci
ence and organizing the laboratory.
He also founded a meteorological OBJ
servatory. He arrived at value Of the