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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
or INTEREST TO PUPILS.
"A Law,
To Provide for the Graduation from
the Common Schools OF Sub
districts and Special
Districts.
The BO1well school law which passed the

The Boxwell school law which passed the
Legislature March 2ad reads as follows:
SECTION ]. Be it enacted by the General
Assembly of the State of Ohio that each
Board of county school examiners shall
have power to, and shall make all necessary
provisions and arrangements for, and shall
hold examinations of the pupils of the sub
districts and special districts in the subjects
OF orthoeraphy, reading, writing, arithme-
tic, geography, physical geography, English
grammar. United States history and physi-
ology. Such examinations shall be held in
the county seats on the first Saturdays of
April and May of each year, and shall be of
such a character as shall enable the success-
full applicants to enter any high school in
the county.
SECTION 2. To each successful applicant
who shall deliver an Grafton or deJIama-
tion or read an essay in some public
place provided by the clerk of the
tIwnship Board of Education, di-
ploma shall be formally presented on the
hrst Saturday of June next after the exam
ination of such successful applicant in the
county seat, at the conclusion of the annual
address, which address shall be provided by
the board of county school examiners. Pro-
vided that the township commencement
shall be under the direction of teacher OF
the township, who shall have been appointed
to that duty by the clerk of the township
Board of Education.
SECTION 3. The tuition of such graduates
as may attend any village or city high schoo
of the county may be paid by the Board OF
Education of the special or township dis.
tricts in which such pupils may reside.
SECTION 4. The compensation of tht
county examiners for their official services
and the necessary contingent expenses IN
cident to examinations and dcommencements
shall be paid out of the county treasury il
manner provided in section 4075 of tn,
Revised Statutes, provided, however, tha
the expenses of the township commence
ments shall be paid by the township BoarC
of Education.
SECTION s. This act shall be in force Ant
take effect on and after its passage. 81
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Napoleon, o.. April 81, 70
Deplorable.

John 0rcutt young man about 25 years
of age and former resident of Napoleon,
has been making his home at Detroit for some
time following the vocation of brakeman.
While here he made many friends who will
be panied at the intelligence that he met
with an accident several weeks since result
ing in the loss of both legs. He fell beneath
the cars while discharging his duty, the
wheels passing over his right leg above the
knee and his left foot.
The right leg was amputated and it was
thought that the left could be saved, but un-
fortunately blood poisoning set in and il
too was amputated between the knee and
ankle.
Mr.. Orcutt was favorite here and withal
bright young man. To one in the hey-day
of life such misfortune as has fallen to his
lot could not be greater.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Agatha singleton Married !.

Mrs. Graham Earle (nee Agatha Single
tom well-known to dramatic fame, was
united in msrris.e Tuesday afternoon, at
the residence of Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. o. Rees,
at Rochester, with Mr.. B. F. Slater, of Van
Vert, Ohio. The welded pair departed for
Chicago where they will spend the first qrar-
ter of their honeymoon. MIR. Slater is a
gentleman of considerable wealth and social
favor, and together they will enjoy the
highest bliss in the scale of marital bleFs-
ings. Judge S. P. Terry legalized the VOWS
in the presence of few chosen friends who
graciously extended congratulations.-Val-
paraiso Ind.) Messenger.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
BIG BLAZE IN WHITEHOUSE
The Union School Building
Burned to the Ground.
No Fire Engine at Hand and the Peo.
pie Had to Sec this Splendid
Structure Destroyed.

WaITEHousE, o., April 18.--Between u
and l O'Clock this morning flames we're dis
covered in the Union school house in this
place, and before they could be checked the
building was completely destroyed Nothing
was left standing but the walls and belfry.
The building cost $4,000, and was in
sured for $1,000.
The fire started in the front of the build
ing where there is never any FIRE kept; in
fact there had been no fire in the building
since Friday night.
Ryan's stone quarry sounded the alarm
on the whistle and men,women and children
turned out, but their aid with water buckets
was of no avail.
Had the corporation owned hand engine
and hose reel the fire could have been ex
| tinguished.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
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Death of Elizabeth Smith,

Mrs. Elizabeth Smith died at her home in
Napoleon last Thursday morning after a
lingering illness.
The funeral services were held at the M.
E. Church Sunday, Rev. Balmer officiating.
and the remains inferred in the grave yard
near Skunk.
Mrs. Smith, whose maiden name was Dis
singer, was one of the Oldest pioneers of this
county, having moved her in 1858 from
Akron, Ohio, shortly after her marriage
with Jacob Smith. She has ever since re-
mained resident of the county. Her hus-
band died some fifteen years ago.
She was member of the M. E. Church OF
this place and most earnest and devout
christian, being of that disposition that
is rarely distinguished between persons when
kindness was to be meted out.
She was So years, 7 months and7 days Ole
at the time of her death, and leaves one
son, Harvey Smith, and one daughter, Mrs
James Ketter.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
snecial Announcement

We have made arrangements with DR.. B.
j. Kendall Co., publishers of "a Treatise
on the Horse aud his Diseases" which will
enable all our subscribers TO obtain copy
of that valuable work FREE by sending their
address (onclosing two-cent stamp for
mailing same) to DIR. b. j. Kendall Co.,
Enosburg Falls. VT, This book ia now rec
ognized rs standard authority upon all dis
eases of the horse. as phenomenal sale at
tests, over four million copies having been
sold in the past ten years, a sale never be-
fore reached by any publication in ,he same
period of time. We feel confident that our
patrons will appreciate the work, and be
glad to avail themselves Of this opportunity
of obtaining a valuable book.
1t is necessary that you mention this pa
per in sending for the Treatise" This Of
fer will remain open for only short time.
apl 2l-3m
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Notice. Prohlbitioniats.

All Prohibitionists and their wives, also
the members of the various w. @. T. U.
organizations are earnestly and cordially in
vited to attend the Prohibition Convention
to be held in the court house, at Napoleon
on Saturday, April 23rd, '99, O'Clock p. m.
The convention will be entertained with mu-
sic by the Grelton White Rose Club; will also
have recitation by Miss Ella Thompson of
Grelton. ]. M. SUFFER-.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
The Holt-Fischcr veddinr

We are pleased to record the happy mat
rimonial union of Miss Dora N. Fischer,
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Fischer,
of Napoleon, and niece of our old time
friend, Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. Samse. to Mr..
Charles R. Holt, of Portland, Oregon, which
occurred on the afternoon of the 18th inst
at the home of the BRIDES parents. Rev. r.
H. Balmer tied the mystic knot in short Or
der. but with becoming solemnity. A very
large number of friends and relatives Of
both families were present. among whom
were Mr.. and Mrs. Jeddie, New Haven,
Ind, Mr.. and Mrs. Lockhart, Mr.. and Mrs.
Sheriff, Miss Minnie Fischer, Miss CAME
Fischer who are all of Toledo, also Mrs.
Jacobs, Mr., and Mrs. Samse, Erred Hilgen-
dorf and Miss Tillie Fischer all of Napoleon
Soon after the marriage ceremony the
bride and groom were invited to lead al
the guests to the dining room where two
large tables we're spread with rich and tempt
ing delicacies to which ample justice wal
done by all partaking.
Mr.. and Mrs. Holt left on the 3:45 p. m
train on Monday for Toledo from which
place they will go in day or two to thei
new home in Portland. Mr.. Holt is den
tist by profession and has been doing bust
ness in Cincinnati. but intends following
his occupation in Oregon where his friend
reside. We wish them long and happ.
life with every kind of prosperity. Xxx
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
CAUGHT,
But Released Under Promise of
of Settlement.

Eph Marckle who has been creating con-
siderable stir on account of his eludinG the
Sheriff of Henry county. was roped in by
Sheriff Ewing of Defiance county, Saturday
afternoon. The following from the Def
ance Nepcs is interesting and may prove
beneficial
Eph has about arrived at his majority and
was something of masher among the fair
sex in the locality where he flourished. He
plays the violin and was an essential factor
at the county dances given by the rural
swains of the locality.
He occasionally went to Ridgeville, which
is a small town about six miles from his
fathers residence. Miss Smith was a
reipning belle of that little village and Eph
and her met. 1t was a case of love from
the start, and young Marckle's horse was
tied in front Of the Smith residence every
Sunday evening for many moons.
| Then there came time when the visits OF
the Adams township young man became
less frequent and finally he ceased to visit
the Smith household entirely.
| After time it became noised about that
Miss Smith was in an interesting condition
and would eventually be forced to assume
the responsibility of paternity.
| On being questioned. the young lady
| frankly admitted that young Marckle be-
trayed her under promise of marriage.
| The father of the young girl visited Eph
| and informed him that an early adjustment
of the affair would save him the disgrace Of
| an arrest.
The young man undoubtedly acted upon
editor Greeley's advice and took his de-
parture towards the setting sun.
In due course of time Miss Smith be-
came mother and mourned the departure
of the father. Is
Last fall Eph returned and warrant " n
sworn out charging him with bastardy. The
warrant was placed in the hands Of Sheriff
Decker who made trip to Marckle's resi-
dence after Eph last winter. Eph hid ant
the officer in company with Constable
Newell made another trip to catch thu
smooth youth but to no avail; Eph was no
to be found.
| Recently Sheriff Decker went to tn
Marckle residence and succeeded in gettins
Eph's brother and did not know his mistak
until he got to Napoleon, full account o
which appeared in the NEWS at the time.
Young Marckle ventured to Defiance to
day for The first time for some months ant
was noticed by Sheriff Ewing, who captures
him.
The sheriff has notified The Henry count
sheriff. who will come after his man to
night.
Old man Marckle oD being notified Of hi
sons capture offered TO settle the matter a
her terms which were $500 and costs, an,
young Marckle was released.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
You can get into
tartasr''Sall'ry
By going through CoovER's
hardware store and up back
stairs to Gallery.
AN ACT
Enabling the Village Of NapO-
leon to Issue Bonds
Provided the Tax Payers So
Decree by Their Ballots.

Mayor Meekison has received certified
copy of the enabling act recently introduced
into the General Assembly by Representa-
tive Meyers.
The bill was draughted by Mayor Meeki-
son who. on the authority of Census Taker
Clewell placed the population between 27G5
and 2775 as Mr.. Clewel claimed we had 2769
in 1890,
The Mayor therefore gave it the small
margin he did so that the bill would not in
terfere with some other town and thus ex-
perience delay in passing.
The bill passed, but soon after it was dis
covered that the official census gave us but
276l, hence the bill as passed was no use to
us. But no sooner was the error discovered
than m amendment was introduced and the
act as it now stands suits cur needs.
From the certified copy we learn that the
amount of bonds we are privileged to issue
Is 100000; that their denominations are to
be not less than 800 nor more than $1,000,
aud to be sold for not less than par value,
and sold only for such amounts and at such
times as will best subserve the purpose for
which they are issued
The funds realiz I'd from the sale shall be
used only for the purpose of erecting and
maintaining a plant for the supplying of
water and light to Napoleon, both plants to
be owned and operated by the town.
To pay said bonds and interest when due
the council is authorized and empowered to
levy on all the taxable property not to ex-
ceed five mills above the maximum orthoriz-
ed by the general laws.
Before such bonds shall be issued or tax
levied, the question shall be submitted to
the qualified voters at regular or general
election or Mt q special election called for that
purpose Of which ten days notice shall be
given through the newspapers.
Section explicitly provides that 'if a
majority of all votes cast at said election
shall be in favor of issuing such bonds, then
shall the codncil of such village have au-
thority aud proceed to issue said bonds" So
this leaves no room for doubt on the ques-
ton of two-thirds or majority vote.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
He Wants Damages.

George w. Hardy, who was assaulted by
Lowery Adams at Liberty Center in the lat
ter's saloon, with beer glass, has filed his
petition in the common pleas court ask
ing for So 900 damages. 1t seems from the
petition that Hardy by reason of the assault
is incapable of labor, that his eye is per-
manently injured and that an ugly and un-
slightly scar is left on his face.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Democrats and Republicans are
Alike

At least they are in one respect and that is
both parties are compelled to hold conven-
tions to nominate representative for the
Chief Executive Office of the United States,
and as this great event will soon take place
in the cities of Chicago and Minneapolis,
delegates and others who contemplate at
tending are invited to corresp ond with W.
Fl. Fisher, General Passenger and Ticket
Agent B, ckeye Route, Columbus, Ohio, for
rates via this popular route. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Township Board Or Education.

The Napoleon Township Board of Educa-
tion met at the clerks Office in Napoleon
and organized by electing B. F. Frease Of
Okolona, president. The members as the
board now stands are: George Clymer,
Boston Gllsou, Fl. +. Tietje, Henry Sangen-
hope. Christ Helberg, @. II. Rouch, @. F.
Wilson. @. w. Brubaker and B. F. Frease.
An appropriation Of $S25 was allowed for
fuel and incidental expenses.
The levy for the ensuing year was placed
at 2.8 mills, tuition fund, and mills con-
tingent; joint sub. district No. 7 from Flat,
rock township, $250.00.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

George Kranse received word Monday that
his brothers wife, Mrs. Christ Krause. who
resides in Toledo. had died Of consumption,
and that the funeral would be held at Petiys-
VILE. George Krouse and wife accompanied
by Fred. Veigle and wife left yesterday 10
attend the funeral. She leaves husband and
one danghter 70 mourn their loss.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Wife of DIR. BinzIey Dead.

Just as we go to press we learn with sad
ness of the death of the estimable wife Of
DR.. Binzley. She had been suffering for the
past week with severe attack Of peritonitis,
her case being serious from the start, re-
sulting in death between IL and ] O'Clock
this Wednesday afternoon. The entire
community join in extending sympathy to
the bereaved husband and children.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

North Baltimore has passed the acme of
her initiation and is now on the downward
grade travelling at a no turtle gait
The first calamity was the defeat of Grimes
for Mayor; the second, the removal of their
largest glass factory to other climes. and on
the heels of these many others of more Sc
rious nature will follow, In the meantime
Napoleon still continues the enjoyment of a
steady growth. 'Rah for Napoleon.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

We give this week the gist of the several
provisions of the enabling act. Debate in
your own minds the feasibility Of putting
in plant and then vote your own con-
victions regardless of what somebody else
has to say about it. It is question that ad-
mits of diversity Of opinion and no one
man or set of men know IL all.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Rosetta L. KahIe, of Marion township, a
woman 81 years of age and by occupation
seamstress, was adiudged insane by Judge
Donnelly on the affidavit of DR.. Maerker,
and conveyed to the asylum at Toledo. yes
tardau
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Board Organized,

The Napoleon Union School Board met at
Clerk Reynolds Office Monday evening and
organized by swearing in the new members
Charles Evers and W. G. Coover. ]. v.
Cuff was elected president and @. E. Reyn-
olds, clerk. George Hildred is treasurer,
but his term of Office does not expire until
August.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Special Notice.

The Henry County Board of School EI-
aminers will hold q meeting on the last
Saturday of April and the last Saturday of
May, at the court house, in Napoleon, Ohio,
commencing at 10 O'Clock a. M, in the
room where the county school examinations
are held, for the examination Of teachers.
Said meetings will be for the purpose of
examining of pupils of the sub-districts and
pupils of special districts who may apply,
and shall be of such character as shall en-
able the successful applicants to enter any
high school in said Henry county, in accord
ance with an Act passed Masch %, 1892.
A. Fl. TYLER,
P. 9. SoHwAB.
MRS. SUE WELsTEp.
90. Examiners.
NapoIaon n Anril 18 1899 It'd
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Sheriff Ewing of Defiance county was Sc
riously injured in runaway Saturday eve
ming. team of colts he was driving be-
came frightened at street car and became
unmanagable. The buggy was overturned
the sheriff striking the stone pavement
breaking his right arm and rendering him
unconscious.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Treasurer,s Notice.

Notice is hereby given to a II persons hold
ing interest bearing orders on the county
treasurer that the same will be paid from
this date upon said orders properly endorsed
being presented for payment. No interest
will be allowed 1m and after this date.
j. @. GBoLL,
Napoleon, o.. April 81, '92. Treasurer.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

We were misinformed about Glenn Wood
ward suffering from stroke of paralysis.
He merely has an acute attack of rheuma-
tism. He was up to Napoleon last Thurs
day and is rapidly improving.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

The Knights of Pythias will give an ami
versary celebration at their hall next Tues
day evening. One hundred and fifty inVi-
tations have been issued
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Money to loan @ and z percent.
M. KNUPP, Napoleon,
yeilings, velings, best assortment, at
q HORN g. NoRDEN's.

Messrs. s. P. Soliday, George Shefard,
l. w. Fiser, @. M. Fiser and Andrew Gidley
were up from Mcclure Friday evening at
tending meeting of the Odd Fellows. The
organization on this date had lots to do and
the boys didn't get started for home until
Saturday morning.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

The Topeka lodge I. o. o. F. No. 715,
will celebrate the I'D anniversary of the
organizaization's founding in America at
Hamler on the evening of April 26, 1892. All
Odd Fellows and their friends are cordially
invited.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Geo. Krause has the house of Mrs. Bren-
men on the Wauseon road we'll under way,
and If the weather continues favorable will
have 1t ready for occupancy in few weeks.
George is hustler, and his work will CON-
pare with any in the county.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Chas. Cay's first attempt at safety riding
did not prove exactly bowling success
anyway he's nursing a spraIned ankle, and
has added good looking pair of crutches
to his wardrobe,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

An elegant stock of Cotton Bedford Cords,
Black Cragon Goods, Pine Apple Tissue,
Tarascon Cords, Mulhouse Cashmere just re-
ceived at D. & j. Wilson'S. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

S. F. Shelly will work his string of horses
upon the Napoleon race track this spring
among which will he found such horses as
Ivorine, 2:1914 and Magnoma, 2:30.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

The editor of the Archbold Herald warns
the person who stole his wheelbarrow to
bring it back, and advertises eggs for hatch
ing for sale. His burdens should be
liohtapad
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Fad is word recently coined and is dis
tinctIy OF American origin. Its literal
meaning is flor day" And it is safe to
say that "fad" Ia applicable to the water
works question that was up before the peo-
pie sometime during the past, for it seems
to have, temporarily at least, dropped from
the public attention. Whether or not the
fad will be revived before the election comes
of and heavy vote polled 1t is doubtful.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

The contest for supervisor, Clymer ct. al,
VS.. Tyler, was up before the trustees of Ma
poleon township last Saturday and the mat
ter settled by the reappointment of Louis
Goede,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Napoleon, O., April 10, 1S92.-td

Buy ladies muslin underwear of Geo. H.
Rohrs & Bro. You can buy them cheaper
than you can make them. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Henry Eitzman was suddenly taken i'll on
the street last Saturday. He was carried tc
DR.. BloomHeld's Office, restoratives giver
and sent home.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
Before You Order

Be sure and see Gardner's $500 Portraits at
gallery or postoffice. We defy competi-
ton in price or durability.
tf GAppNrp
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

If you want to buy nice dress don't fail
to see the nice assortment of dress goods
and trimmings just received at
2t GEO. H. RoHRs & BRo's.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Fred. Winterberg, an inmate of the toun-
ty infirmary, died on the 10th, aged GA years
He had been quite character in the county
for years, usually being seen footing it with
a pack upon his back.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

FoR SALE: Two good 3-year old horses.
J. A. LowERY,
2t Florida, %.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21
New JaCkctS.

D. & ]. Wilson have just received new
invorce of Spring Jackets. ct
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

Perry and Trumpour, two of Wauseon's
alleged bloods, last Sunday came'over to our
peaceful (on Sunday town with the ayowed
purpose Of "doing" the town. About the
first crack they made Marshal Burns con-
fined them between the gloomy walls Of the
town tower. "Fast driving and drunken.
ness" was the charge under which they were
arraigned before Mayor Meekison, and Sill
and costs was the smooth sentence Of hid
Mayorality.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-21

You will find beautiful line of milli-
merry at Frease's.