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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE people of Barnesville are making
preparations to give the soldier boys who
are to hold reunion there October Sth
big reception. Efforts are being made
to charter car from this place, to take
persons who desire to attend.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE William Collins farm, north of
town, is advertised to be sold at public
auction on Oct. 22d by the administrator,
John Pollock. See adv elsewhere.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

BoILs, pimples, and skin diseases of all
kinds speedily disappear when the blood
is purified by the use of Ayers Sarsapa-
parilla. 1t has no equal as tonic alter
ative, the results being immediate and
satisfactory. Ask your druggist for it,
and take no other.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

IT is given out that owing to an INSULT
cient supply of natural gas at Cambridge,
the big rolling mill project up there has
been abandoned.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

AT the Muskingum Conference of the
q. p church, which closed last week, Rev.
J. Thrapp, was returned to Cambridge
and Rev. J. D. Murphy, to Mt. Pleasant.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

On last Saturday at Martins Ferry, the
colored people celebrated Emancipation
Proclamation. A fair sized crowd was
present considering the unfavorable con-
dition:of the weather. After dinner which
was served in City Hall, they paraded
the principal streets headed by the Mt.
Pleasant Brass Band, and thence marched
to Walnut Grove where the speaking was
held. Prof. Henry Lee, of Oberlin, was
the principal speaker and discussed
Emancipation and the Southern question.
He said that the administration must act
in the matter of the outrages against the
colored people in the South or the negroes
would seek relief in some other quarter.
His address was eloquent and scholarly
and elected the closest attention. Prof.
]. H. Jones, of Wheeling, followed him
and in a short address advocated nation
al education as solution of the negro
problem.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

NORRIS & BEAM with their large ma
chine, threshed 1925 bushels of wheat and
oats and made two settings in ten hours,
one day last week. 1t was big work.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NEW NIRSERY-

Ten Thousand warrantable first class
Trees, true to name. 1t will pay to see
my stock before purchasing elsewhere
IL miles south of st. Clairsville.
9-26 5t.* J. K. SUTTOn.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

STRAYED from my field crumple-
horned heifers, weighing 1000 pounds
each, one a red, the other a reddish black.
Information leading to their whereabouts
will be suitably rewarded.
9 26-1t G. G. SCHUMACHER.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE president and other officers of the
Baltimore & Ohio are making a tour of
inspection along the road.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

REV. SLATER BROWN, well known
local minister of the M. E. church of
Colerain township, will occupy the pulpit
of the NJ. E. church in this place on next
Sabbath morning and evening.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NOTICE TO GFNTI,EMEN

A complete line of Gents Underwear
in White and COlored Merino, in Natural
Gray Wool, and in Scarlet Wool. Lower
in price than ever before, at
9 26-2t. &, TROLLS Sons
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE Harrison county Soldiers Re-un-
ion is to be held at Cadiz on next Wednes-
day, the second day of the Fair. There
is to be a dress parade on the grounds
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE retail grocers of Wheeling and vi
cinity are to have big parade on Thurs
day. The procession will move at 1890
o'clock.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE product of the Standard Mill, at
Bridgeport, during the past two weeks
has been the largest in the history of the
mill.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

MARTINS FERRY is to have Chau-
tauqua circle, and preliminary steps have
been taken toward perfecting an organi-
zation. The regular course will be pur-
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE Ktna Glass and Manufacturing
Company of Bellaire have called d meet
ing of the stockholders of that concern for
Saturday, Oct. 5, to determine the future
policy of the company. Glass manufac-
turing was abandoned by the Etna some
time ago and recently the works have
been devoted to foundry and machine
work with apparent financial success
Just what the management are comten-
plating for the future policy of the COM
pany has not been developed
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE public sale of personal effects of
the late VIM. Hardesty on Wednesday
and Thursday of last week was largely
attended and good prices were realized
by Auctioneer l. n. Clark. Stock sold
especially well, twO-year colt bringing
$50 and lot of spring lambs S4.75 per
head. Corn standing in the field brought
S12 per acre.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

STRAYED-Red Steer-Y earling past
weighs about six hundred pounds. Finder
will be literally rewarded.
G w TDnTI
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

A BELLAIRE man has a contract fol
furnishing 500 whisky kegs to Pitts
burgh firm.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

A MOVEMENT is on foot to have one of
the new cruisers being built by the gov
ernment, named either "Wheeling" or
"City of Wheeling"
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Col. T. H. ANDERSON, of Cambridge,
has taken the oath of Office as Minister
to Bolivia and will leave for his post Oc-
tOher II
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NOTICE,
TO WHOM 1T MAY CONCERN

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, on
the 14th day of September, 1885, instituted suit in
the Court of Common Pleas of Belmont county.
Ohio, against James 5. Ramsey and his wife Mary
L. R;msey, for the purpose of having a certain
deed, made on the 21st day of April 1885, by said
James S. Ramsey to his said wife, declared fraudII-
lent and void for the reason, is claimed, that the
same is without actual consideration and made
and procured with intent to defrtud creditors
Said deed purports to convey, in fee simple to
said Mary l.. Ramsey lot number % in Hunts
second addition to the village of Barnesville in
said county, and is recorded in volume g. page 2S2
of record of deeds of said county.
This notice is given in pursuance of section 6344
of the Revised Statutes of Ohio.
ALFRED BISHOP,
C. W. Carroll, Atty. 26-4t Creditor.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

A PoULTICE of salt and the white of an
eggs is a powerful resOlvent, and if ap-
piled in time it is said will disperse a
felon.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE American Eagle must be gay old
bird-he is bald. If you don't want to be
b1ld, use Halls Hair Renewer, and you
won't be. Try it.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Tuesday, October 22d, 1889,
Commencing at 10 O'Clock forenoon, the following
described real estate, situate in the county of Bel
mont and state Ohio, tO-wit:
FIRST TRACT-West half of southwest quarter
OF section (9) nine, township 6, range 5.
SECOND TRACT-Thirty acres on the east side OF
southeast quarter of section 10, township g. range
(5) five.
THIRD TRACT-The north half of the southeast
quarter of section 16, township q, range 5.
FOURTH TRACT-Ten acres of of the north side
of the south half of the southeast quarter of sec
tOn 16, township 6, range s.
First and Second Tracts contain in all about 11O
acres, appraised at S27 per acre.
Third and Fourth Tracts 80 acres, appraised at
S13 per acre.
sy7Sale will commence on the first tract one
and One-hah miles east of Pitcher, on the old Fed
eral Road
TERMS OF SALE-0ne-third cash; One-third in
one year, and one-third in two years from date
OF sale, with interest; deferred payments to be
secured by mortgage on premises sold.
LEE EVANS,
9 19td Admir- of Anon Davis, deed.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

AN effort which promises to be success
full is being made in Martins Ferry to
establish a Y. NJ C. A. reading room and
gymnasium.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

A BRUTAL dog fight near Elm Grove
on Sunday morning afforded amusement
for lot of Wheeling toughs.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

REV. j. ii. IIOLLINGsHEAD and Mrs.
Hollingshead, went to Massilon yesterday
to be present during Conference.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

ALoCUsT tree in full bloom is curl
.osity to be found on the farm of L. a.
Roedefer in Pultney township.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

STUDENTS may enter Franklin College
at any time, and be accommodated.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THERE is a mule in Cambridge, Guern-
sey county, that is AZ years old and still
a good worker.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE railroad bridge at Bellaire has been
repainted and new ties laid the whole
length of the bridge.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

REV. D. L. THoBURN, of Bellaire, has
gone to Boston Seminary to pursue a
course of theological studies.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

RHEUMATISM is caused by poisonous
acid in the blood and yields to Ayers
Pills. Many cases which seemed chronic
and hopeless, have been completely cured
by this medicine. 1t will cost but little
to try what effect the Pills may have in
your case. We predict success.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NUTTING parties will soon be in order

THE forest leaves are showing tints OF
red and gold.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE next annual reunion of the 116th
and 92nd Regiments o. V. L. will be held
at Marietta, October 18th.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT.
Estate of AUGUST RUTHERMOND, Decd.

The undersigned has been appointed and quail
he'd as executor of the estate of August ltuther-
mond, late Of Belmont county, deceased.
Dated this 10th day of September, A. ID. 1889
1851 LEWIS RUTlIERMOND.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

CIRCUIT COURT will be held in Belmont
county in 1890 beginning on June "A and
December l6.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE Foyer gas well near Cadiz, is to be
sold at public sale on Saturday, Oct. ..
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

TRADE journals represent that the bus
iness outlook is better than at any time
for the last ten years.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE next teachers examination will be
held at Belmont, Saturday, October IL.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

COMMON pleas court began in Woods
field on Monday with about seventy cases
on the docket.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
SALE OF BONDS
(REEIINDING1
TNHERE will be offered at Public Sale at the
Il office of the Commissioners of Belmont county,
Ohio in st. Clairsville, at 1 O'Clock P. NJ, on
TUESDAY. OCTOBER 9th, 1889,
(REFUNDING.)

TUESDAY. OCTOBER 9th, 1889,
81, 900 of Belmont County, Ohio, Court House and
Jail Bonds of the denominations of $1,000 to bear
interest from September 1882 at the rate of per
centum per annum, payable semiannually, princi-
pal payable on the first day of March, 1901, at the
County Treasurers Office, Belmont county, Ohio.
These bonds will be numbered consecutively,
commencing with number 2Oi.
These bonds are issued by authority and in pur-
suance of an Act of the General Assembly of the
State of Ohio, passed March H. 1882 and entitled
An Act to refund Court House and Jail Bonds in
Belmont county, Ohio"
These bonds will be offered in two ways:
FIRST OFFER 600 in - lots. viz: Each bond
separately, in order of numbers.
SECOND OFFER-S12,OOO, All of said bonds
will be offered in one lot of $4,000.
None of said bonds will be sold tor less than the
face thereof, with any interest that may have ae-
crued thereon.
Bonds will be paid for at the County Treasurers
Office, when the same will be delivered to the pur-
chaserS.
The Commissioners reserve the right to reject
any or all bids.
By order of the Board of Commissioners of Bel
mont county, Ohio.
919-3t r. r. BARRETT, Auditor.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NOTICE TO PARENTS

We have now opened our new stock of
Boys and Girls School Shoes, Overshoes,
and Underwear in MerinO, in Natural
Gray Wool, and in Scarlet Wool. Prices
to suit all. G. TROLLS Sons.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE Democratic County Committee
met in Bellaire on Saturday, to do work
which would have fallen where it proper
ly belonged, on the Democratic County
Convention, had its boss Chairman, Ross
Alexander. performed his duty in good
faith to the convention, by presenting to
it the written declinatiOn of George NJ.
Woodbridge, its nominee for Representa-
tive, which was placed inhis hands before
the convention adjourned. The Commit
tee, after doing its utmost toprevail upon
Mr.. Woodbridge to change his determi-
nation to withdraw from the ticket, ac-
cepted his resignation, but owing to the
slim attendance at the meeting Of the
Committee. the diverse views of those
present, and the persistent declination of
suitable candidates whose names were
suggested, the Committee adjourned with
out filling the vacancy. They will meet
again next Saturday, when it is possible
that VIM. N. LuptOn, a Martins Ferry
insurance agent will be placed on the
ticket unless he declines as Others have
done.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
PERSONAL MENTION.

John Lochary left on Monday fol
Cornell University, where he will resume
his studies and finish the prescribed
course, the current college year.
Miss Martha Darrah of this place
attended the Robb-Lukens wedding on
the Island on Thursday evening.
j. o. Dickerson of New Athens, and
R. NJ. Gordon of Demos, passed through
here yesterday on their way to attend the
Western Theological Seminary at ALE
gheny, Pa.
Miss Lizzie Kennon, went to New
York City, Monday, on a visit to friends
Miss Eleanor Carroll, returned Fri
day from an extended visit to her sister
Mrs. Clara Dunn, of Columbus
Mrs Mercy Hammond nee Griffith, OF
Sterling, Kans., has been the guest of the
Misses Edgerton, during the past few
days.
j. B. Smith, Esq, and wife, of Bell
aire, came up yesterday to visit friends,
and attend the closing session of the
Presbytery.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE frost was on the window pane on
Sunday morning.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

AT o'clock p NJ, upon the premises, about three
quarters of mile north of ST. Clalrsville Oho the
valuable farm of the late William Collins situated
in said Belmont county, and being the north half
of the southeast quarter Of section number IL,
township number Z, range numbers, containing so
acres
Appraised mt "a, 500
TERMS OF SALE-Onethird cash; one third in
one year, and one-third in two years from day of
sale; deferred payments to be secured by mortgage
on the premises sold.
9 26-4t JOHN POLLOCK
Admir- with Will annexed of VIM. Collins, decd
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE Smithfield Fair closes tomorrow,
Friday.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

THE Noble county Fair, at Sarahsville,
is in progress this week
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

WEDDING bells should ring pretty
briskly now for couple of months.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

F. TROLL & Sons have received their
New Goods. l9-2t.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

WRITE for samples or we would be
pleased to show you our stock, for we are
showing double the amount of Cloths,
Cassimeres and Fancy Suitings in our
Merchant Tailoring Department.
8 l9-2t. F. TROLL & Sons.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Corn has been pretty generally put III
shock during the past week.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT.
Estate of JOSIAH STONEBRAKER, Deceased

The undersigned has been appointed and quail
fled administrator of the estate of Josiah Stone
braker. late of Belmont county. deceased.
Dated this 10th day of Sept, A. ID. 1889.
9193t ABNER WILKINSON.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

knCMTC WANTED.-Permanent employment and
HuCN y good salary or commission. Address A.
d. PRATT, Nurseryman, Rochester, N. Y.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

NEW GooDs at F. TROLL & Sons.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
|, DMINIsTRATOR's SALE.

A DMINISTRATOR'S SALE.
In pursuance of an order of the Probate Court of
Belmont county, Ohio, will offer for sale at public
auction on
Saturday, October 5th, 1889,
Beginning at 10 O'Clock forenoon, upon the prem
iseS the following described real estate situate in
the comfy of Belmont and state of Ohio:
FIRST TRACT-Being the east half of the north
east quarter OF section D. township 4, of range g.
containing lib acres.
SECOND TRACT-Being the southwest corner of
the northeast quarter of section 23 township t. OF
range 3, beginning for the same at the southwest
corner OF the northeast quarter of said section %
at stone; thence south S61a east so poles to a
stone at the corner between the lands of Matthew
and William Gitfen and Peter NeffS lands; thence
north 81 east 70 poles to stake in the public
road; thence north 691s0 west u poles; thence
south 77' west 2Ss5 poles; thence north 73o west
20s poles; thence south 77so west 21z poles to an
ash tree north of said road the dividing line be-
tween the northeast and northwest quarter of said
section %; thence south 3Izo west 7O poles to the
place of beginning, containing Sc acres and 15s
poles.
First Tract appraised at $500.
Second Tract appraised at ,O95.
TERMS OF SALE-0ne-third in hand One-third
in one year, and One-third IN two years from the
day OF sale, with intereSt-deferred payments to
be secured by mortgage upon premises sold.
NOAH B. CARLE,
WM II. earle,
912-h Admir- OF Joseph Carle, deed.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
Estate of IRA LEWIS, Deceased.
EXAMINATIONS.

TEACHERS EXAMINATIONS.
1889. BELMONT COUNTY. 1890
Examinations will be held at Bridgeport, Sept
81, Nov. 9, March s, May Il, and july u.
Belmont, Oct. u, Dec. II, and Jue Z.
Bellaire, JAN II.
Barnesville, Feb. sand Saturday before Institute
st. Clairsville, Sept Z, Jan. 25, and April u.
SOmertOn, March D.
Tests in higher branches and in primary wOrl
Will be given January IL, and on Saturday before
Institute in August
Examinations begin at 9 O'Clock A. NJ.
JAS. DUNCAN, Pres,
T. p. HARRIS,
S. C. MURPHY, Clerk,
912ly Board of School Examiners.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

of every shade and hue in Plain,
Stripes and PlaidS; can show
a full line of Fine Black Dress
Goods.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

in Ladies', Children's and Mems.
Over twenty-five different quail
ties. Plain and colored.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

New GooDs at F. TROLL & Sons. 2t
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
A DEMONSTRATORS
Sale Of Real Estate.
Tuesday, October 22d, 1SS.

In pursuance of an order of the Probate Court,
of Belmont county, Ohio, | Will offer for sale at
public auction, on the premises, on
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
A DEMONSTRATORS SALE OF
REAL ESTATE.
Tuesdag, October 22d, 1889,

In pursuance of an order of the Probate Court
of Belmont county, Ohio, will offer for sale at
public auction, on
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Town and County.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
|SPECIALTIES !

FLANNELS and
YARNS: also, Eastern makes,
including the celebrated Ger
man Yarn.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26
Homemade
Dress Goods

I'm HI SHOES-the best goods made,
rIIj-HI as well as a full line of other
makes.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Other makes are no COM
pariSOn. The strongest
and best made Trunks in
the market.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Doarl Chirtc celebrated make E.e,f for 0,t FIJI
0uAi oniA' W. Dor about them.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1889-09-26

Oo1;J BOOTS stand on top. We
HWNlHP Y Mill have sold the Brewster
fer ten years, and WE
know what we are talk
ing about.
Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1889-02-28
A Far for Hancock County.

The Union Agricultural Society Of Els
'sprtl. lately Incorporated. has among it,
objects the promotion Of al annual fair In
Hancock county Every county IN tile
STATE. with the exception Of Hancock has
from one ~ three successful agricultural
Shows. Even v Washington county with it>
sparse population ha> threat Pembroke
Machia> and Cherrydeld Thousands Of
dollars 20 - Bangor annually from our
county, which might just a. well Toe kept
Al home.
We understand that the Society has in
view the old grounds Of the Hancock Az
ricultural Association at Ellsworth for it,
purpose; and it j. to be- hoped that the par
tic> owning the property will throw no Oh
~,acie> in the way Ellsworth j. centrally
located and would be just the place for a
county fair Ii il proposed that the Han
cock County fair should come about a week
after the Eastern Maine Fair at Bangor.
The entries for all classes would clust. sim
ultaneous!y with those at Bangor. aud %
that horses would De eligible in the same
cla>se, in Ellsworth as they would there
This would insure the attendance Of every
hOof that starts in Bangor and the rein
bursement,i in entry fees, of all the speed
premiums TO the Society. This i a matter
winch >nouiu interest every business man
and owner of real estate in Ellsworth. and
every farmer aud stock raiser in the coun-
~. Besides the amount of money kept at
home. there must be taken into account the
incentive which such an enterprise would
give to the business of stock-raising. Four
hundred dollars are given in premiums by
the State, besides those which would be
offered by the society; and the inducement
thus held out 10 farmers. would do great
deal for the advancement of agriculture
number of Bar Harbor and Ellsworth
gentlemen are concerned in this new move
ment and they Will undoubtedly push it
forward; but they ought to have the sup
port of all interested in the welfare of the
county in order to make it what it deserves
to be, decided success.-Bdr Hart Or Rec
ord.