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The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1890-05-21
Remarkable Rescue.

Mrs. Michael Curtain, Plainfield, I'll ,
makes TIE statement that she caught
colo, which settled on her lungs; she was
treated for month by her family ply
sician, but grew worse. He told her she
was a hopeless victim ofconsumption and
that no medicine could cure her. Her
druggist suggested DR.. Kings New Dis
covery for Consumption; she bought
b tile and to her delight found herself
bcrcfttcd from first dose. She ccntin-
ned its use and after taking ten bottles,
found herself SC und and well, now does
her own housev OK and is rs well as she
ever was. Free tria bottles cf this Great
Discovery at any Drugstore, large lot
ties SOC. ard S 90.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1890-05-21

during the shipping season, by bulletins
and market reviews.
The following officers were elected for
the ensuing year:
President-J. G. Mckibben, reelected.
Enthusiastically e. e. Pratt.
Secretary-A. III. Manville.
Treasurer-Henry Hutchinson.
The following gentlemen compose the
new Board of Directors:
From Orange county, Henry Crutcher;
fernando, j. j. Hale; Putnam, W. III.
Cook; Volusia. w. S. Hart; Osceola, AL
fred II. Iverson; Hillsborough, d.. E. E.
Pratt; Brevard, B. j. Mimms; Citrus,
Chas. G. Wilson; Manatee, J. G.. Pelot;
Bradford, E. G. Hill; Lake, r. w. Pierce;
st. Johns, M. S. Moreman; Marion, j. A.
Harris; Duval, B. M. Baer.
A communication from the Fruit Ex-
change was read, asking that the Elk
change be released from the pledge made
at the Palatka Convention, that the
OCOCh OIly OISpO0 u vi W uIC
growers, and that but one share of $40
she uld be sold to any one person.
long discussion followed the reading
of the communication, and the advan-
tages of a larger capitalfor the Exchange
were shown at length. Sufficient capital
for the growing needs of the Exchange
was wanting, and the prevailing senti-
ment was that the power and influence OF
the Exchange would be greatly increased
by an unrestricted sale OF stock. reso-
luton was therefore adopted that Il Q
sale of shares of stock should be open to
all persons to any amount desired, but
with the proviso that said stock should
be reserved for sixty days, in order to al
low orange growers an opportunity OF
purchasing the same.
The reports of the secretary and treas
urer were received and approved.
The Board of Directors were on motion
directed to appoint acOmmittee to confer
with California fruit growers in reference
to the formation of a national union OF
fruit growers.
After extending thanks to the Fruit Elk
change and transportation lines for cOur-
tesies, the convention adjourned sine die.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1890-05-21
The L axe Water of Florida.
Marietta, O.

Editor Florida A gr1cuIturiSt:
| have drank waterfrom all the springs
at Saratoga, have used appollnaris.
Buffalo lithia, and various foreign waters
but none of these possess the solvent,
soothing, and healthful qualities that
water from the spring fed lakes of Florida
does. G. G. ToUsEY.
LOngwoOd, Fla.
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1890-05-21
If they Only Would.

Editor Florida A gricuIturISt
Florida has bright prospect in the
near future. If the railroad companies
would only give lower rates to make an
inducement for the people to go and see
the State. Can go from here to Denver,
Colorado, for 1921 and it costs $32 to go
from here to Leesburg, Fla.
III. d. SHAW.
Marietta, O..
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it did to some He said that he had rea-
son to believe that in the report to be
submitted at the next weeks annual
meeting OF the Florida Fruit Exchange
it would be found that the net returns to
the shippers from the present New York
agency would be considerably niger than
those from any OF the other agencies
although all have done we'll; and the
New York results were also far above
those OF one year ago in the same city.
One other thing was that the auction
sale was public and every penny the fruit
sold for less the freight and commissions
went to the shippers.
Receipts of the Florida oranges in New
York this past season have been GAS, 900
boxes, against 100000 boxes one year
ago not taking into consideration the
fruit which passed through for nearby
points, and notwithstanding the heavy
receipts the market had taken the fruit
at regular prices right along, except in
December when prices were not good
forwarded, and the heavy receipts. 1t is
a rather curious fact that while GAS, 900
boxes of Florida oranges were sold in
New York from Nov. LIST until May LIST,
just 64G.0O0 boxes Sicily oranges also
arrived and were sold. Mr.. Day believed
receipts in New York from Florida would
continue to increase each year until a
very large proportion of the entire crop
is marketed in that city, where enor-
nous trade, enterprising dealers and per-
feet facilities in every way for handling
quantities of fruit which would stagger
any other four cities combined, are even
yet hardly appreciated. The auction
sales of Florida oranges are now on
such very solid foundation, that any
discussion relative to the advantages Of
this perfect system is unnecessary.
In closing Mr. Day paid tribute to
his good friend the Boston agent, who
could not arrange to be here this year,
saying that nowhere had the Union and
Exchange q better agent i'll every way
than Mr.. Frank Ripley OF Boston. He
also desired to thank the manager aud
his most efficient aids in the office here
for the systematic and complete manner
in which all business had been forwarded
to New York, explaining that at an auc-
ton agency if any mistakes or delays
occurred in sending advices OF shipments,
with marks, quantities, sizes, ETC., it
threw the receiving agent into good
deal Of confusion and that not once this
entire season had an error been made
| from the home office.
Mr. Days remarks were listened to with
| attention.
The resolutions were, upon Mr.. Bel
| by's motion, indefinitely postponed by
unanimous vote.
The committee on revision of the con-
stitution here announced itself ready to
report. The following is the constitu-
ton as revised by the committee and the
| subsequent action of the convention.
The constitution as adopted is substan-
TALLY as it was reported by thecommittee
with the exception Of what is known as
the Grinding clause" embraced in Article
| VIII. This was not included by the COM
mttee but was added by the convention
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Mr.. Day said that as he had been the
agent in New York for the past four
years, he presumed that he was familiar
enough with the subject to at least say a
few words about it, and in substance said
that il such course was adopted it would
seriously affect the sales of the fruit be-
cause the buyers in his city were among
the shrewdest and sharpest in the cOun-
try and would certainly take great adj
vantage Of man entirely new to the
business. AS q large receiver of green
fruit in New York for the past twenty
years, he had grown up with the bust
ness and was posted in all the tricks Of
the trade, if such a remark was permissi-
bic. A new man could no more go to
New York, receive and sell or auction the
Florida fruit and not have his threat cut
by the buyers there, than could a New
York fruit man come to Florida and,
without years of experience, operate a
grove with any success whatever. This
point is perfectly clear to any man who
will stop to consider it moment. New
York is a very peculiar market and must
be handled by man perfectly familiar
with all the ms and outs of the business.
He must be active, attend to matters
himself in person, and above all he must
have the ent re confidence of all the buy
erS.
Mr. Day went on to explain how the
advices of shipments 10y kilograms and
mail were received 10y him from the man
agement at Jacksonville, how the auction
sales were advertised in the two leading
business papers in New York, usually two
days; how the fruit arrived per S Gamer,
was discharged Immediately upon the
wharf, weather permitting; each stencil
was assorted by his men, several boxes
of each mark opened as samples for in
spection by the buyers, catalogues pre-
viously printed being furnished each buy
err; how on the morning of the sale the
buyers went to the wharf, carefully ex-
amined the oranges, and afterwards at
the auction rooms bid off the fruit Many
reforms had been introduced by him:
The principal one last season being the
sales as above on the Wharf-in most
instances with no fruit or samples taken
to the auction rOOms-thus saving all
carriage, and this had aided the higher
prices obtained during the season, be-
cause the buyers all came to the wharf
and it was more satisfactory in every
way. Boston last season had the only
heated fruit wharf in the country, but
this next season Mr. Day believed he had
completed arrangements for similar ia
cilities in New York.
This subject of commissions paid his
firm having been spoken of as being
heavy, he wished to say that il anybody
thought it bonanza he wished to disa-
buse their minds OF any such idea. Out
of the commission allowed him by the
Exchange he had to pay solid, but
regular to everybody, auction fee, and in
addition heavy expenses for catalogues,
advertising, labor on wharf, discount,
kilograms, etc., etc. In fact he said that
the average result for hepastfour years
business had been a net return to his
firm OF less than $4,000 per season for
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1890-11-26
RANDOLPH.

There is no place like home, sings the wan
derer. and others sing, what is home without a
mother?-but Ed. Chain says what is home
old and declares it to be fine one. In fact he
says he now purposes to take his ease and let
the boy care for him henceforth.
Rev. Knowles finished his labor as pastor of
the Disciple Church, Sunday. He was too i'll to
preach a farewell sermon, being a sufferer from
asthma
Rev. j. D. Kaho will speak to a nntion meet
ing at the Disciple Church, Thanks giving day,
al II a. m
Dan Roger has bought the barn the lot of
the late Harry Morse for $3.50
Mr.. A. H. Loomis had a novel public sale at
his place last Saturday. He proposed to sell at
public sale his old barns as he intends to build
a new one in the Spring. The attempt was un-
successful. as it seems that old barns are not
wanted by the mass of people.
Miss Grace Treseott is visiting in Cleveland.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the M. E. Church
future. While they seem to regard it as great
benefit. we fail to see it in that way. 1t seems
that churches like individuals are fond of dis
play, and the only use Of this bell is as orna-
ment. and like gaudy necktie, to be admired
only. There are many places where money
could be placed to do more good than when
hung in belfry for people to admire.
Mr.. and Mrs. Forrest Youngman will occupy
the house to be made vacant by the removal of
Rev Knowles.
We are glad to note an improvement in the
weather. AULA
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Obj EU AR Y.
MISS MAE FOLEY.

Mae. the youngest daughter of S. n. and N. T.
Foley, was born in Edinburg, this county, State
of Ohio, departed from this life at 8 O'Clock
Sat rday morning, the 18th. In 1881 she ex-
perienced religion during the protracted meet
lngs held By III. G. McCaslin. Joined the n E.
Church the same year, which she has been a
faithful member ever since For years past her
health had gradually declined, but so uncom-
plainingly did she bear her pain that but few
realized the end so near. She was resigned to
so and meet her Saviour and was waiting pa
tiently for him to call her home. Days previous
to her death she selected her hymns which she
wished to be sung, and her singers; also her
pail bearers ct last she fell asleep in Jesus"
So quietly and peacefully, so ready for a much
better life that even in selfish love we would
not wish her back again to bear all the cares
and sorrows which her dear heart had borne
these long weary months. God in His infinite
tenderness does not af1lict to cause pain. He
does not make mistakes. He does know why
there are many hearts made to ache and He has
opened the way for u all to seek our Lord and
trust Him for strength according to our day
He does chasten bitterly those whom He love.
most tenderly. For Thou art the God of my
strength. E. II.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1890-11-26

The attendance at the n E. Ohio Teachers
Institute was very large and an interesting ses-
sion held. 1t was matter of muce regret that
Governor Campbell was unable to be present,
for very many came with the confident expec-
tation of seeing and hearing him. message
was received Friday afternoon stating that he
would be here. but the next morning another
one came saying that his physical condition
had changed for the worse during the night
and would not permit of his undertaking the
Journey, much to his regret. The program, as
published in last weeks PRESS. was followed
with the single exception of the address an
nounced from Governor Campbell. In his place
State Commissioner of Schools Hancock enter
tanned the large audience with ah excellent adj
dress. The points of his address were well
taken and forcibly delivered He thinks the
Normal School grand institution and urges
their hearty support by ,very lover of higher
education Schools cannot be made so good
but their success will depend upon The qualid-
cations and fitness of the teachers to discharge
their high trusts. To form the human mind so
that it can draw its own pictures and work in
dapeaae.4tly in the shost spheres or 1deat1on
and practical teachings is the greatest art
known. II takes great many years to in
struct all the teachers sufficient to bring them
to the required degree of proficiency A sys-
tematic course of the highest training should
be constantly urged and TO this end the Normal
Schools should bs fostered and encouraged as
one of the best means Of bringing about the de-
sired result The Teachers Institutes are
very important factor also in the matter. and
they should be supported by the State. One of
the most select body of teachers in the country
is that of Ohio, and their good works should be
8 matter of pride to her citizens Our country
schools need supervision. and there should be
be a close connection between our colleges and
the common schools. Higher education will
not absolutely insure against crime and wrong
doing. but will render the probabilities of a
better world very much greater There is no
reason why this higher education should not
prevail as largely. too. in the country as in the
town. A public sentiment endorsing and de-
manding this higher education must be formed
and the time to do SO is right now. The speak
er alluded briefly to the benehcent influence of
christianity ascribing to its two-thousand
years of existence the high civilization of the
age. and no one can escape its influence and
benefits however great the endeavor to do so.
All the subjects were ably handed and the
session of the Institute was of much practical
good to the teachers in attendance. and the
large number of citizens present was crafty
ing Indication that they feel warm interest In
the subject of the public schools, which are the
chief plery of our country.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1890-11-26

Friday morning. Nov. IA. found the beautiful
Trinity NJ. E. Church. in Atlanta. Ca. gay with
bright banners. flags. and Southern moses and
ferns. while the whole body of the Church was
filled with the five hundred delegates and the
galleries with the visitors. The first evening the
City and State Unions, the press, the clergy,
the Mayor and the Governor gave most cordial
welcome. Miss Anna Gordon giving a delightful
exercise by the children she had drilled in one
week. as opening exercise. Forty State presi
dents reported their work, in two minute speeches
one evening. The Y's" delighted the immense
audience another. while the last was given to the
presentation of the eight prize banners. Tho
days were full of work and worship. Forty four
States. and Territories sent delegates. The Sec
retary stated that over 5000 members had been
added during the year. while the treasurer's
books showed large increase in money received.
Many Organizations sent fraternal delegates,
while the routine of business was enlivened by
the frequent presentation of distinguished Wis
ltors. The old officers and most of the Superin-
-tendents- -Merc reelected. and several new de-
partments were added. The convention was en-
tirely harmonious and enthusiastic Twenty
resolutions were passed. and the Plan of Work
Committee made fifty specifications for the fu-
ture. The city press gave full and accurate re-
ports. Over forty pulpits were filled by the
women on Sunday. while the large OpeIa House
was packed afternoons and evenings. The Gov
ernor gave handsome reception to all members
and friends. A free excursion was planned by
the citizens at great expense. when 1.20O partook
of an old fashioned barbecue at Indian Springs
one of the most beautiful and historic places
in Georgia The whole city delighted to honor
its " distinguished visitors" and the press de-
clared no other convention would do more to
bring about an era of good will between the SEQ
tions. Lack of space prevents a full report.
c. S. BURNETT,
Delepake from 2nd District
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About two weeks ago a man walked into Louis
sehWeitzer's. with q fine Parker double barrel
shotgun. and after telling a story of a two days
hunt without finding any game. said he was dis
gusted with hunting and would never 20 again.
and would sell his gun at any price. A young
man from Atwster finally bought the gun for 80,
while several others were lamenting the fact that
they were not the lucky purchasers. A few days
later the disgusted hunter was arrested, at
Greenville. Pa. and brought back to Kent, where
1t seems. he had borrowed the gun. He finally
told where he had disposed of the gun, and an
officer was sent to find it. The gentleman from
whom the gun was borrowed generously refunded
the SlO as he was satisfied the purchase had been
made with no knowledge or thought that it was
stolen property.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1890-11-26

A l.. Sharpe. whom everybody here remem-
bers as Fired Sharpe" has demonstrated his
good business qualities in the Lone Star State
as well as in Ohio. In 1856 he located in George
town. Tex, as agent of the I. & G. N. R. r. Co,
which position he has continued to holt ever
since, and has many times been complimented
by his company and the people of Georgetown
for his efficiency and gentlemanly conduct of
the office We are pleased to notice his con-
tInued prosperity from an item in the William
son County Sun. published at Georgetown,
stating that he has. in company with a partner.
established himself in the hardware business
at that place. We are not surprised to learn of
his success, for Fred was always Industrious
and straightforward here and is simply reap
ing the harvest of the good seeds soWn.
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The Isabella Lewis Co. opened thee nigt

The Isabella Lewis Co. opened a thee nights
engagements at the Opera House, Monday eve
ming, with Lady Audleys Secret and Muldoon's
Picnic. The price of admission on the opening
night was ten cents, which was generally con-
| sdered extortienate by those who were induced
to attend.
Mcintosh Post, G. A. R. are arranging for a
big Camp Fire to be held during the Holidays,
the exact date of which has not been fixed.
The exercises will consist of an entertainment
at the Opera House and a dance and supper at
the Rink.
William Folger, former well known and
highly esteemed citizen of Ravenna, died at his
home in Mantua Station Monday night, after a
short illness, aged about 81 years. MIR. Folger
was for many years proprietor of the Prentlss
House, and was one of the most popular land
lords in Northern Ohio,
One of the actresses who gets her bread and
butter from the Isabella Lewis Theatrical Co,
CHANGING to be six minutes late at Tuesdays
rehearsal, was publicly complimentary in
front of the Riddle Block by one of the refined
male lights of the combination for her tardi-
category of professional and idiomatic billings
gate was well nigh exhausted. An illustration
of on and off the stage.
The Strawboard people were very anxious
when here the other day to let the building con-
tract to Ravenna parties, the work to be COM
pleted by June Ist, 1891, but none of the con-
tractors would guarantee to have it completed
by that time, owing to the scarcity of bricks,
which they say cannot be had at any price.
They were willing to promise it by September
Ist, but the company seemed to think that too
late in the season. Messrs. Brigham and Will
iams are, we are told, the successful bidders.
The condition of the principal roads leading 10
Rayenna. inside of the corporation, is disgrace
10 the city. While the roads everywhere have
been bad, on account of the unusual amount of
.ain. it is a common remark that those outside |
are good compared to the impossible sea of mud |
which is encountered as soon as the corporation |
inc is crossed. 1t does seem as if Ravenna ex. |
pended money enough upon roads so that some |
Improvement should be noticeable. in some direc
ION. !
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WiIIyard Reunion,

The defendants of Philip Willyard gathered at
the residence of John Il. Willyard. Ravenna. on
October 14th 1890. to celebrate their first annual
Reunion. The forenoon was occupied socially.
and at about 1;30 O'Clock tables were spread and
all enjoyed hearty repast. A business meeting
was then called by John Fl. Willyard. President
of the Day and and a permanent organization
effected. with the following officers: Aaron F.
Willyard. Ravenna President: Samuel Willyard
of Kent. Vice President; Chas. Willyard of Kent
Treasurer; Mrs. Nettie Sears. of Mich. and Mrs.
Carrie Willyard. of Ravenna. Sec'ys. Sixty six
relatives were present at this reunion. Tacoma !,
Washington. Michigan and Ohio being repre-
sented, and all were delighted with the recep-
ton given them by j . FL Willyard and his esti-
mable wife. who demonstrated hatthey well
know how to make it pleasant for their friends
when gathered at their lovely country home, and
all parted feeling that such family reunions are
among the best incidents of life
c. WILLYARD. Sec'y.
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ATWATER.

Mrs. Fannie Ellison aad Charlie Porter and
wife have returned from Kansas. They report a
pleasant trip and fine country,
Wallace Ripple and wife are visiting his two
brothers, in Warsaw, Ind
Rolla Phelps. former resident of this place.
but late of Alliance. died at his home there last
week and was buried in the southwest part of
Atwater.
Mr.. Hall. Oft this place. painter by trade. died
last week and was buried Wednesday. in Atwa.
ter cemetery.
Mr.. j ohm Lynn. an old resident of this town
for many years, died Sunday morning last, of
blood poison, and was buried Tuesday. He leaves
a widow and one son to mourn his death.
Atwater. Nov. 19, 1890, ANON,
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Delegate from End District

MARR1ED.-At the Disciple Parsonage in this
city. Thursday. November 20. by Rev. E. G..
Laughlin. Mr.. Burton N. Colt and Miss Minnie
D. Cooley. both of Shalersville.
The bride, who was for several years member
OF the Ravenna Schools. since which time she
has been most successful teacher. is one of Sha-
lersville's fairest daughters. and the groom a
gentleman highly respected and esteemed by all
who know him. The best wishes of host Of
friends 60 with them. and may many years of
happiness and prosperity be theirs,
Mr.. and Mrs. Colt left Saturday morning to
visit friends in Indiana and Michigan, after
which they will return to their ome in Shalers.
villa