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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
OPERA HOUSE RULES.
A Few Suggestions That Will As
sist in Improving Thea
tire Etiquette.

Now that the theatre season is fairly open
ed, it would be we'll for it's patronage to OBJ
serve few rules, which observance, if done,
will greatly enhance the outlay for the gen.
eral enjoyment.
l. If You have a young hopeful don't fail
to get a seat in H, first elevation, or some
other prominent location, and place him on
exhibition. Especially should this be done
if said y. h. has copious lungs and an inhe-
rent desire to whoop it mp at all times and
under varied circumstances.
Note Mothers should take special care to
comply with the advice set down in this
rule. 1t will make other mothers "jellish'
to see the dear little coutsey wOotsey" at
tracing more attention than those whom
the people went there to see act. The whole
assembly may be uttering maledictions
against the kid and the whole family clear
down to the roots of the genealogical tree,
and wish the squall of your offspring was
up on the coast of New Foundland dong fog
serviee,-but let them think what they will;
the notoriety is worth more than their curses.
H. Should the ushers show you to your
right seat, by all means get in another as
soon as his back ia turned. When the right
full no der comes You will have an excellent
opportunity to get into brawl and ex-
CndnH6 pleasa1tTloS IL 10 u EdTo OudnOo ohNa
should not be missed.
III. This rule is one to correct grevious
error made among the ladies this year that
never existed before 1t is positively de-
manded that the fair sex discard the little
peaked, sway backed pyramidal hats just at
present the rage. The necessity for making
this rule was glar1ngly brought before the
managers notice when poor excited gloat-
ing fool reported at the ticket Office Monday
evening that he actually saw nearly all of the
performance and lady sitting in range
"a compliance with this rule will not only
take us back TO the good old theatre (and a
craned neck) bat will also help the millinery
trade along which is getting breakup dull.
". When really me-itOrious scene and
acting Is before you, don't applaud; it is in
bad taste and might make the performers
fee! gratified But when some comical (?)
imp of darkness opens his cavernous mouth
and sniffles ''who frowd freeze cat ?" then
it is that your feet should perform like pile
drivers in appreciation.
| These four rules are the onlynew ones thai
compliance of will make theatre going 6
| Joy The others, such as talking loud, goine
out between acts for nervine, gawking al
those behind, looking at the actors through
a telescope when you are seated within thret
PAGES of the stage, etc., ETC., are we'll know
and need not here be mentioned.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
Once in Thirty Years.

Last Thursday, Thanksgiving, completed
thirty years of married life to Mr.. and Mrs
John Kunz, of this city.
In commemoration of this event the FAM
lily of this estimable couple assembled and
treated them to surprise that will long lin
ger in the memory as one of the happiest
occasions in life.
1t was their 30th anniversary and as such
was celebrated-the first celebration of this
kind since the marriage altar was left.
Those present were: Rev. Father Puetz,
Mrs. Andy Kunz and son, Defiance; Peter
Kunz, wife and family. Gusta and Peter
Kunz, Jr.. ToIedo;J. B. Woke and family
Miss Caroline Kehn, Frank Westhoven and
wife, Miss Rosa Becker aud Mrs. @. Snyder
and family, of Napoleon.
Among the presents were: Two sets
Damask linens, rocking chairs, sewing
ma 'hine, center table and psrlor mirror.
The day was most pleasantly spent with q
most bountiful dinner, conversation relat.
ing to the days passed, etc.
The children left Friday, leaving Mr.. an6
Mrs. Kunz hale and hearty and in good con.
dition to celebrate many more such happy
occasions. That they may 30 do is the
earnest wish of the NORTHWEST.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
Holiday Goods,

The Drug and Book Store of Saur & Balls
ley has already begun to put on its Holiday
attire. New goods arrive daily and are be-
ing unpacked and placed on sale. Those
who have seen this house in former years
during the holiday season, will be COM
PEELED to say that they never before saw such
grand and beautiful stock and such low
prices. Nice large beautiful albums, such
we're sold in former years, all the way from
5 to 10 dollars can now be had al low az or
3dollars piece. The line of family and
teachers bibles is very complete, many of
them handsomely illustrated. No more
suitable present can be made to parent or
child than nice bible. Good books are
another attraction at this house and can be
had at such low prices that almost every
body can afford to madea present of nice
h0Ok
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
COTTON

CoLToN, Dec. MARTIN Cane, wife
and daughter Hannah have returned
from their visit in Pennsylvania.
Mrs. III. J. Davidson and Grace Pearl
were in Toledo and visited the asylum
Oscar Keller and wife have returned
to their home in Morenci, Mich, after
two weeks visit with B. F. Shannon.
Henry Bensnider and his best girl
went to Whitehouse to attend the
Thanksgiving ball.
Two Of our young business men in
town are about to retire from business
and start a Theatrical Troup. Trey
are practicing tragedy called THE
Kings Daughters"
Fred Sanders and Grace Pearl were
the guests of III. J. Davidson last Sun
day.
Buffalo Bill has bought set OF
bones to increase bis number Of fmusical
instruments.
Henry Hess and wife, of Egypt, Ar
kansas, are visiting their many friends
here. MOSES SKINNER.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
Vibrating Gate.

Mr., T, ]. McGill, General Agent, has on
exhibition at the Union House gate which
for simplicity in construction and durability
is pronounced by all who have operated it
to be the best gate on the market and is at
tracing considerable attention among the
farmers of Henry and adjoining counties.
The gate is quite unique and simple, and is
without doubt the best patent gate yet in
vented. 1t can be easily operated from a
conveyance or by hand, and it is impossible
for hog or other animal to open it. 1t is
strong and durable and certainly deserves
the attention of farmers and others inter
ested. Call and see the gate when its mer-
its can be more fully explained.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
TOOK TO 4 TREE.
A Paulding County Bear That was
Afraid of the Girls.

ST. MARY's, Nov. 29.-The best
bear story of the season comes from
Paulding county. A few days ago two
Of Emerald Townships popular young
ladies, who, by the way, are familiar
with the use of firearms, were passing
along by-road that is not travelled
much, when Unexpectedly they met a
bear, which a few years ago were quite
plentiful in that section. Old bruin
Immediately set himself upon his
launches ready for an encounter.
Instead of attempting to escape, the
girls. having often heard of the hugg-
ing qualities off bear, made up their
minds to draw straws to see who would
get the first hug. During the settle
ment of this question bruin "tumbled
to the racket" and betook himself up q
nearby tree for safety. or course the
girls would not climb the tree, 90 one
watched while the other went to the
nearest house after gun and q few
minutes after her return the bear lay
upon the ground dead, and the young
ladies proceeded upon their journey.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
A Travesty ON Justice.

1t seems that. according to MIR. Maynard g
story, the NORTHWEST was misinformed in
regard to its report of the Miller-Maynard
suit last week. Mr.. Maynard states land
claims he can produce the proofs) that the
mortgage of $27l0O against Miller's gallery
was not cancelled. and that had he gone
blindly into the deal he would have been
compelled to pay it.
Such being the case the decision of the
jury was an injustice, and Mr.. Maynard has
been imposed upon. No man should be
censured for endeavoring to protect himself.
This is all that Mr.. Maynard has done.
The affair has been adjusted to the salts
faction of all parties and Mr.. Maynard has
purchased the gallery and assumed posses
sion.
He is an affable gentleman, practical
photographer and new man among us
hence he should be extended share of the
public patronage.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
The Law Defective.

While there are great many who, with
their ancestors, have reclined in state of
ignorance for centuries, and who are, way
down in this enlightened age, recording
their inconsistent kicks against the new
truant law-we say, although many think ii
provisions at every opportunity,--from the
standpoint of all friends of education, the
law is too meagerlto further the purpose fol
which our common school system wal
adopted. Its object is to diffuse knowledge
free of direct individual cost. The late
truant law makes mandat ory on the part oi
the parent or guardian to send children tc
school until IA years of age. Now, what
can the average pupil attain i'll this len 9Th
of timer We hear that Chauncey Depew
has son not II who knows as much about
politics as his father, can speak three diff.
ferept tongues, and is in love with the II
year old daughter of an English Earl.
Granted that this be true it does not signify
that such pfecocious children flourish on
every 'fg tree" any moro than the world
is full of Chauncy Depews. Ninety nine per
cent. of Napoleon's children under IA are
not able to write legible hand, nor spell
common words. Are they then ftto branch
out for themselves with this woefully super
fetal knowledge, and ever hope to attain
that object of humanity: Live this life
complete?"
While the truant officers here are doing
their duty ss far as the law provides. and
enforcing attendance, the law does not place
it within their power to compile attendance
above the intermediate departments. The
result is that above this grade the attend
ance ID poor. Below the stipulated age
children have desire instead of aversion to
attend school. It is above IA when the
youngsters mind becomes drawn away
from school by pleasure, and it is right here
that the Law should take hold with the CO.
gency of a mustard plaster, and compel at
tendance. With the enactment and en-
forcement of such law, how many careers
would be changedl How many clever men
would develop from obscurity who othev-
wise lead alife of dumb driven cattlel
Mothers are to blame most for the de-
sultory school attendance of our youths and
misses. At the age that the law releases its
hold, we find the turning point that makes a
career for good or evil-for intelligence or
ignorance. The mothers influence is al
ways staple and can be supplanted by no
other, then why is itso often permitted to
remain latent while healthful children roam
the streets in search of nouRht but pleas
ure2
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
DESHLER NEWS.
From the Flag ]

Mace Baer has let the contract for a
new elevator in connection with his
mill, and he will extend the switch
from the d. d M. to connect with it..
Friday evening the members of the
M. E. Church, prior to attending the
w. c. T. U. lecture, dropped in at the
parsonage and gave the pastor, Rev.
Winter, and his amiable wife, n sur
prise in the way of donations Of the
necessaries of life. In return the COM
pany were pleasantly entertained. II
was an enjoyable occasion for all CON
cerned.
Commissioner Zierolf was in town
Tuesday and accepted the three
bridges built by Reinehart Shoemaker
across Brushcreek, on Kizer avenue
South street and one near the county
line. The commissioner paid q high
compliment to Mr.. Shoemaker in
stating that they were the best wood
en- built bridges in the county during
his administration. He further re-
marked that Henry county is at thu
head Of the list for good crops this sea
son, and is going to stay there.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
QUARrERuY INSTITUTE.
Henry County Teachers Meet ~
Grellton and Hold Their First
"Quarterly."

Although Saturday was one of the most
disagreeable days that we have had this Fall,
there we're at least fifty teachers and lovers
of the diffusion of knowledge who assembled
at the school house in Grellton and partici-
pated in the first quarterly institute Henry
county has ever had.
The question of these meetings was consid-
cred at the last Annual, ma ny committing
themselves in their favor for the reason that
for the good of the teachers, year was too
long an interval before they were allowed to
mingle and discuss that which is essential to
eminence In the profession.
It was decided to hold at least two, and
left with the executive committee to name
the time and place. The committee selected
Grellton.
The institute was held in the school house
and convened at 10 O'Clock, President John
F. Beck in the chair.
The instructors who we're to have been in
charge were Profs. Beck, Weaver and Prem
tbs. On account of sickness, Mr.. Prentia
was unable to attend and the labor deVolved
upon the former two.
President Beck opened with comprehen-
sive talk on Arithmetic, which, with the
queries following, consumed the morning.
In the afternoon Prof. Weaver talked on
Geography and also Grammar, followed by
Prof. Beck On Arithmetic, especially per-
centage, in which he made this sticking
point" in arithmetic so plain and the course
laid down to be pursued in its teaching was
so clear that it was understood by all.
After each lecture the question was open
for free for-all debate of which those pres
emit availed themselves.
The query box was no small item in max
ing the meeting success, being not only OF
an amusing nature at times, but also very
practical and instructive.
Before sdiourning, President Beck
broached the subject of another quarterly,
the place and time of holding etc., asking
that those present express a preferences if they
had any, that the executive committee might
be guided thereby. This was discussed to
some length and on rising vote the msjori-
ty (on the chairs recommendation recon-
mended the last Saturday in January for
the date. As to the place, no definite one
was named, the institute however all in favor
Of either Holgate or Mcclure.
The institute adjourned late in the day all
satisfied with the good accomplished and
sure that quarterly institutes we're good
things and should be continued.
The teachers all speak highly of Grellton's
hospitality. Everything was provided for
their comfort and convenience, and every
effort made to contribute towards their en-
ioyment. Miss Annie Wilford, assisted by
other ladies, gave the visitors most elegant
and palatable dinner.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
How to Prepare and Address Pack
ages Sent bv Mail.

The season is approaching when the mails
will be filed with holiday presents, and
great many are unnecessarily lost, delayed
or damaged each year because of the indif-
ferent manner in which they are prepared
for mailing.
Newspapers or other thin paper should
never be used for wrapping, and packages
as ordinarily wrapped where purchased are
not sufficiently secure for forwarding in the
mails.
Use strong paper; make a solid package
that will not crush easily; tie we'll with
good twine; address legibly and correctly
with ink on the lower right-hand corner and
very few packages will fail to reach destina
ton in good condition.
1t is always advisable to place the name
and address of the sender on the upper left
hand corner of all packages, etc., sent in the
mails, so they may be returned in case the
addresses cannot be found. Postal statistics
show that more delays result from incorrect
addresses than from errors IN distribution
by postal employees.
In case of loss or delay report the same tc
your postmaster with all of the informa
ton that can be given.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
RE!a!:'!:!! q! Bssi9g BSM5sg2
ABSOLUTELY PURE
ABSOLUTELY PURE
MCCLURE.

MCCLURE, Oct. LIS. B. Smith, of
Mungen, with wife spent Thanksgiv-
ing with friends here.
Ira Hayes was in Holgate, Thurs
day.
Miss Maud PauIaski, of Napoleon
was the guest of w. o. Watson on
Thanksgiving.
John McLain, of Grand Rapids, Wis
tied Mrs. David Hanna, Saturday.
d. A. Weaks, A. Ryder, Dan Mid
dleton and G. e. Weaks we're in Ma
poleon, Saturday.
Miss Walker returned to Delta Satur-
day, after two-week's stay with rela-
tives In town.
Mrs. John Hall and daughter, Bur-
ley, of Grand Island, Neb., were the
guests of Mrs. Ira Hayes over Sunday
Chas. Clark and wife and Miss Clara
Rockwell, of Grellton, called on
friends in town, Sunday.
Bruce Rowland, of Toledo, was in
town, Monday.
Jerry Hoffman, of Grand Rapids
was looking around town, Monday.
J. f. Hickerson left for Chicago
Monday. on business pertaining to the
Worlds Fair of 1872.
Miss Emma Vogel, of Grand Rapids,
visited friends in town Monday.
There was big scrap ia town Mon
/ day but no arrests. SLIEUTH.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
Small Steal.

Joseph and Thomas Lathen of Putam
Jail charged with stealing saw, AZ and
maui from l. R. Martin living in Marion
township. The alleged crime was commit
ted in Henry county, and the criminals
live in Putnam county. A search warrant
was sworn ont and the property found con-
cesled on their premises. They we're brought
before Squire Hodermsn who turned them
over to the authorities of Marion township,
who in turn executed a mittimus to the
Sheriff and they now lie in Jail to await q
hearing of the Probate Court, which sits
the first Monday in each month.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
Are Yon One ofThem2

Bill Nye tells wholesome truth when he
says: "a man may use wart on the back
of his neck for collar button, ride on the
back coach tos save the interest on his money
until the conductor gets around, stop his
watch at night to save wear, leave his i with
out dot and without cross to save ink,
pasture his mothers grave to save corn
but man of this sort is a gentleman COM
pared with fellow that takes a paper two
or three years and when asked to pay for il
puts it back in the Office and has it marked
refused. When a man wants his paper
stopped he ought to have manhood enough
to pay up and inform the editor that his
paper is no longer wanted"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
A Prescription for the Rrea,h

From six to ten drops of the con-
centrated solution of the chloride of
soda, In wine-glassful Of pure spring
water, taken Immediately after the
abIutions Of the morning are complet-
ed, will sweeten the breath by disin-
fecting the stomach, which, far from
being injured. will be benefited by the
medicine. Il necessary, this may be
repeated in the middle of the day. IN
some cases the odor arising. from
carious teeth is combined with that of
the stomach. If the mouth is well
rinsed with teaspoonful of the solu-
tion Of the chloride ina tumhler of
water, the bad odor of the teeth win
be removed
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
The Masnuerafla.

The Young America Hook and Ladder
Company of the FIRE laddies gave one of the
most successful masquerades ever held in
Napoleon, Thanksgiving evening. The citi-
zens Of Napoleon has always had warm
feeling for our estimable Fire Department
in its entirety, as it has no superior in the
state, considering the size of the town.
This fact coupled with that of the position
they hold being dangerous, difficult to per-
form the duties, important and no pay for
services, creates desire on the part of all to
patronize any enterprise that they may en-
ter into. ~
The Rink was crowded to its fullest capac-
ity, q large number being masked while the
visitors numbered between two and three
hundred.
The costumes were both elegant and far
cical to degree that created admiration
and laughter at the same time. The elegant
prince strode forth with garments Of fine
texture covered with medals and honors and
escutcheons, while following cavourted the
clown with makeup and face that has nev
or and can never be duplicated in the way Of
cartoon. Elegant costumed ladies mingled
with lassies in linnsey Woolsey.
At 1880 all those in masque formed on
the floor for this grand march, while the
judges, consisting of three gentlemen and
three ladies took their position in the center
of the floor to ''pass sentence" upon those
who we're entitled to the cash prizes, and be
for masks were removed the verdicts were
found to be as follows:
Dan Warner representing the Prince Of
Wales was awarded the gentleman's first
prize of $500.
Miss Amanda Hilgendorf carried of the
ladies first prixe-$5.0 90 for the ladies finest
costume-that of bride.
In the comical costume contest Miss Min
ME Booher was declared winner of the first
prize, $3.50.
When the prize of 81 so for the most comi-
cal representation was awarded to Harmon
Delventhal who Represented old 81 Perkins
with his ''trick hoss" was announced, there
was not dissenting voice, but all agreed
that az fun maker he had no equals.
The FIRE department can not have too
many Of these pleasant affairs to suit the
people. They will always receive a.liberal
patronage.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03

Monday last being the fifteenth, or Crys-
tai. anniversary of the wedding day of Mr..
and Mrs. VIM. H. Brownell, they invited
goodly number of their friends to celebrate
the event with them at their home on the
evening of that day. The guests were
served with refreshments in the early part
of the evening, repast which spoke volumes
for the culinary art of the good hostess, af-
ter which progressive pedro ruled the time.
Mrs. l.. L. Orwig, receiving first lady's
honors. resigned in favor of Mrs. Fl. b.
Powell, the second honors being carried off
by Mrs. DR.. Shoemaker, while j. H. Tyler
and W. G. Coover received first and
second gentleman's prize, respectively. Mr..
and Mrs. Brownell were presented with
quite number of useful articles as gifts in
remembrance of their marriage anniversary
with wish of all their friends that they may
live to enjoy many more returns of their
wedding day.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1891-12-03
An Excellent Precedent.

If there is one thing above another that is
pre-eminently noticeable in Napoleon it is
psnchant ''to talk about your neighbors." !"
Frank Hall, it is alleged, has for some
time been circulating reports regarding his
claimed criminal intimacy with Mrs. Jim
Shay. The fellow was arrested and had a
preliminary hearing before Squire Tressler
Friday. The evidence was sufficient in the
eyes Of the court to bind him over to the
next term of common pleas court on a
charge of slander. His bail was fixed at
$500, which he was unable to furnish. He
therefore now rests in Jail awaiting his trial
for the most degrading offence of which
mankind can be guilty. He has been be-
fore the bar of justice several times before
to answer charges of littleness that prove
him to be a bad man who should not be al
lowed freedom.
Should he be convicted, it will serve as an
object lesson to the wagging tongues that
are 30 often wont to ply their work on de-
fenceless victims.