Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1890-12-04
UNIoNToWN.

Mr.. George a. Campbell. of this vicin-
ity, was married on Thanksgiving even
ing to Miss Florence Kerr, of Coshocton,
Ohio. Both are respected and worthy
young people, and they haze the congrat-
uiations of their many friends who as
usual join in wishing them many years
of welded happiness and prosperity
We are unable to give particulars of we'd
ding and reception.
There was union service at the church
here on Thanksgiving. Rev. g. 5. Hack
EFT delivered discourse which was ap-
preeiated and enjoyed by those present
No text was taken for consideration. but
his subject comprised the most import
ant events of the times, with mention of
the explorers, the philanthropists, the re-
formers-of the important discoveries in
the arts, science, and medicine i'm
provements in our own and foreign coun-
tries, and the great cause for gratitude
that should exist in the hearts of the
American people. Prayer was offered by
Rev. VIM. F. Johnston at the closing of
the service, which was earnest and i'm
pressiye.
Mr.. W. S. Cameron and wife celebrat-
ed the 25th anniversary of their marriage
on Friday of last week, and their chill
dren got up little surprise for them in
the way of a social party A number of
neighbnrs were invited, and each one, as
an evidence of friendly feeling, brought
a present with them. The presents were
selected for their utility, and were no
doubt fully appreciated by Mr.. and Mrs.
Cameron. There was a generous dona-
ton as regards the number of presents.
and the guests seemed to enjoy the social
occasion. An excellent dinner was pro-
vided, and the day passed swiftly and
pleasantly away. The affair was an evi
dence of the reputable standing of Mr..
Cameron and wife as citizens and neigh
b5rs in their community, and their friends
wish for them continued health and pros
perity A party was given for the young
folks that same evening, and all @had
good time"
Messrs. ia. Taylor & Son. of Bannock.
sold their stock of general merchandise
to Messrs. Hays & Lodge, and invoicing
was commenced on Monday. Through
courtesy and fair dealing the Messrs.
Taylor won the patronage of the public,
and their trade had largely increased.
Their many friends will learn of their
with regret. Their sue
cessors are men well fitted to take their
place, and will no doubt meet with cor
dial welcome from the former patrons.
Mr.. John Brokaw, a young man resid-
ing about two miles north of this place, |
went to Wheeling with young compan-
ion on Friday of last week, and also de-
string to visit Bellaire, took the moter to
the ferry crossing. Mr.. Brokaw states |
that on reaching the Ohio side they found |
a teamster in trouble, and In accordance |
with their kindly nature, lent their assist
ance, his wagon being overloaded. Aft
er the affair was over he ascertained that
Turing the excitement some one had ab-
'tracted fifty-dollar bill from his pocl1-
1t. He says he is assured of this, and
hat he did not lose it while at work If |
5he bill should have been lost we hope the
inder will restore it to Mr. Brokaw, as he
earns his living by farm labor, and that
money represents many days of arduous
abor s
Mr. Samuel Moore, of Bloomington,
H., (whose visit has been noted is dan
,erously ill at the home Of Mr.. Peter
Snedeker. At this writing his condition
5 not much improved.
Mr. George Barnes, our popular mail
;arrier has had his wagon improved by
he addition of top and curtains, and
lis passengers will be dry and comfort
Ible. Mr. Barnes is a careful, trustworthy,
carrier, and is worthy of
he patronage of the public.
laite an improvement has been made at
he church by the laying of walks of sawn
tone and the erection of mounting plat
0rms; Messrs. Walker and Shannon fur
Iished, dressed and laid the stone.-Jes-
lie, little daughter of Mr.. John Michael.
Las been seriously ill, but is now some
What bettor. II.