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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
STOLE A RIDE
Andthe Result a Most Horrible
Death.
The Remains of Charles Hodges
Gathered up In a Basket.

Sol Zarbaugh J. p. of Pleasant tp and
corner ee-o6icio, held an inquest over the
remains of the dead man found on the Clo-
yer Leaf R. R. last Tuesday between Hol-
gate and Malinta.
The remains were in such condition.
pieces being strewn along the track for miles,
that they were actually gathered up in a
basket and taken to Holgate where the in
quest was held.
The section boss and several of his men
who helped gather up the body were all
placed on the witness stand and testified sub
stantially that from the position and condi-
ton of the disintegrated body it was their
opinion that he was stealing ride on the
trucks and loosing his balance was dragged
several miles, thus scattering his body as in
dlcated.
| Eugene Terrill, a farmer of Putnam
county, testified that the remains were those
of u 19,year boy named Charles Hodges who
made his home with him and was therefore
generally known as Charles Terrill; that he
left home Monday with no money; that un-
doubtedly he was stealing a ride when the
accident happened.
From this evidence the Coroner pro tenn
submitted verdict to the clerk of court that
the deceased came to his death as above
mentioned through no fa1lt of the railroad
company.
1t was also ascertained though not from
the coroner's report, that another man was
with him at the time and both were stealing
a ride ON the trucks. The man states that
somehow Hodges lost control of his legs
that they we're broken, mangled, crushed
aud severed fro III the body while the doomed
man was still clinging to the truck. Becom.
ing unconscious his companion held to him
until he too gave out and was compelled tc
release his hold, The head! and trunk ther
dropped beneath the wheels we're pull
verified.
The companion got off at Elery and tolt
his horrible experience, but the affair wal
not investigated until the following morn
ing.
The remains were taken to Putnam coun-
ty and inferred.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Wagons, Buggies, Etc.

Those who are in need Of surrey, jump
seat, phaeton, single or two horse buggy,
spring or farm wagon, Of our own manu-
facture, are cordially invited to call and
see my stock, at my place Of business on
the south side of the canal. have sur
prise for you in assortment and prices. As
have work running in this county quartei
OF century ago, it Is sufficient guarantees
that my work is frst-class, Call and see me
ss want to show goods that are as repre-.
sented and al prices that can not be dupli-
Gated. Get home work, which is warranted
do not hesitate to show the material use
which is first. class in every respect. Re.
pairing OF all kinds neatly and promE tly at.
tended to. Respectfully,
JOHN MILLER,
~ Tho ()ld Raliahla WAGON Maker
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
You can get into
Sardaer'sSallery
By going through CoovER's
hardware store and up back
stairs to Gallery.
ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY
To Express waterworks Opinions
Through the Ballot.

Again will the waterworks and electric
light question be submitted TO the people in
the way of proposition to bond the town
for 10000 and put in plant to be owned
and operated by the city.
Monday night the council met and al
though it had not yet received a certified
copy of the enabling act it was deemed
expedient to take action inasmuch as Repre-
sentative Myers had notified the Mayor OF
the bills passage through both houses.
Tuesday, the 3rd day of May was therefore
selected as the day for the election, official
notice of which appears in this impression.
The enabling act which is couched in the
terms of gene raj act is virtually a special
one for Napoleon and requires but MAORI
ty of all votes cast to carry the measure.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Moneyto Loan al o and Z percent.
M. KNUPP, Napoleon, o.
ANNUAL MEETING
or the Napoleon Township Trustees.

The old board of trustees, Napoleon
township, met at the Clerks Office in Napo-
leon, Monday, with trustees Haase, johnson
and Westerman, and clerk Dittenhaver pres
ent.
The several supervisors Of the districts
we're at once qualified with the exception of
di tricts and 2. In No. 6 Fred Gehringer
and 7. Hashberger had each received the
same number of votes. After much parley
Gehringer withdrew his claim and Hash
berger was sworn in.
Geo. Clymer ct al, entered a protest
against @. H. Tyler qualifying for No. 2,
holding that he had received votes from
town. On motion the contestors were given
until next Saturday, the 10th, to substantiate
their claims.
A large number of bills were allowed and
other routine work accomplished after
which the old board adjourned.
Following the adjournment of he old
board, the new board was organized by ad-
ministering the oath of Office to Charles
Norden, and electing John johnson Presi-
dent.
Trustees adjourned until next Saturday.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

In by-gone days it was the habit of heads
of metropolitan sheets to place their names
at the head of the editorial column as edi-
tor, but since the title has become mutil-
ated with use by every little insignificant
shedder Of hogwash, hardly paper abreast
the times does more than simply say
by" For instance, the New York
World has but the name in small caps,
nonpareil, 'John Pulitzer" in one corner,
while most of the other large sheets have no
names at all, Surely the ''editor" is back
number.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Nephew VS. Uncle.

Peter DIR of Pleasant township swoie
out warrant charging his brother Freder-
ick DIR with insanity, whereat Will Dir,
son of the insane man, and the uncle en-
gagged in scrap.
Young DIR was arrested and brought be.
fore the Probate Judge Saturday. He was
fined IS and costs, amounting in all to $23
He was released the same day, as he was
the only one on the farm, and given GER
tain time in which to pay the fine.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Cheese Law.

A bill became law in the Ohio Legisla-
ture last Thursday which provides for the
labelling of cheese on the scale of pure butter
fat it contains. For instance: Cheese made
from milk from which no portion of pure
butter fat has been worked shall be labeled
"Ohio Full Cream" and cheese containing
less than 40 per cent. of butter fat is to be
labeled 'Ohio Skinned"
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The new Fifth Congressional district is
composed of Williams, Defiance, Fl nry,
Paulding, Van Vert, Putnam, and the Demo.
cratic majority ought to be 5000. The En-
q,tirer mentions among the possibilities,
Hon. Dennis Donovan of Henry, Hon. Bill
Hill Of Defiance, Mr.. GuilIiland of Van
Vert, Gen. A. v. Rice of Putnam. and John
L. Geyer of Paulding.-Bryan Democrat.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The trustees of Napoleon township have
strictly enjoined the supervisors of the
township to at once proceed with the road
work while the ground is soft. The super
visors all over the county should do their
work now and thereby accomplish the
greatest good and at the least expense.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
DO You Know What Yon want2

The closing out sale of millinery still con
tinues at the Dawson Sisters old stand.
Every dollars worth sold hat will be given
to the purchaser. Every style of spring
and summer fall and winter hats and bon
nets trimmed and untrimmed, can be had at
your own price. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The repairs on the Wilson and Spengler
buildings are progressing rapidly. Begin
ming from the bottom practically new di-
vision wall was constructed of 6 and 8 inch
posts. 1t was by this means that the crumb-
ling division wall was gotten under con-
- ~
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

A yound lad named Kistler while fishing
Sunday ran large fish hook in his hand
which was extracted with not httle diff
Guilty and pain. The boy stoutly maintain
ed that he will henceforth satisfy his de-
sires for fishing on Saturday.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The Tri-State Normal College of Angola,
Ind, offers great inducements to teachers
and all preparing to teach, for grand sum-
mer revised term of 8 weeks, beginning
May oath. By the bill of fare they offer for
this term, we certainly think teachers can
get what they want in higher or common
branches. Board and loom in private famil-
les only $500 week. Write to to Prest.
L. M. Sniff, about this term.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The earnings of the Clover Leaf for
March, 1892, were sl72.3Go. For the same
month in '9i they were $lIs,79I. an increase
of S23,556. The earnings for the last week
in March we're ShO,s75, an increase of 81, ,0Sa
over the corresponding week of the previous
vear
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Things to observe.

In fixing up or furnishing house it is
well to observe certain rules. Ifyour walls
have two or more thicknesses of paper it is
best that you should scrape all the old paper
of if you want nice smooth job. II the
paint is little old and has begun to crack
you can put it in good condition by putting
on one coat of paint which has been mixed
with varnish. Then, too, it is in the
spring OF the year, before the flies and dust
come when you should have your outside as
well as inside painting done If you want
good hrst-class job. Saur q Balsley have
full and complete stock Of all kinds of
paints and varnishes. also large stock of
wall paper and cloth window shades which
they are very anxious TO sell and have
snarked the prices so low that everybody
will be satisfied that they can buy nowhere
any cheaper.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Exchanges have already begun 10 talk
about the "sweet girl graduate" Without
doubt those of the 1000 era will that
expression. Bellsmy's Looking Backward
would have lived much longer had IL
touched on this subject.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Clean Up.

Now that spring is here it behooves every
body to give some attention to the sanitary
condition of our town. See that all unclean
streets and alleys are properly cleaned up
and thereby avoid unpleasant relations that
frequently spring up between reighbors by
reason of these conditions.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

A letter from Henry Theek who is at
Lareda, Texas, on the Rio Grande, is very
interesting in its description of that country.
He says that peaches there are nearly ripe,
with other fruit correspondingly advanced.
Henry is day operator at that place.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Miss Ephriam Steiyers of Mcclure closed
very successful term of six months school
last week in District No. 12. Swancreek
township, Fulton County, Ohio. Miss
Steiyers IS one of the best teachers in
Northwestern Ohio, and has faculty Of
making scholar learn whether they will or
not. May success attend her wherever she
may 20.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

AT the meeting of Assessors Monday one
good republican wanted the price of corn
put way down. "for," said he lone bushel
Of corn makes four gallons of whisky. and
every gallon of whisky makes four republi.
cans" That assessors logic can stand any
amount of bombardment and still remain
intact.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Prohibition Convention.

The prohibitionists of Henry county are
requested to meet in mass convention on
Saturday, April 23rd, '92, at l O'Clock p. M,
in Napoleon, Ohio, for the purpose of Sc
lecting delegates to the State Convention
and to transact such other business as may
properly come before the convention.
j. w. Myers,
Chm'n Co. Central Committee.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Supper.

The Women's Relief Corps of the g.. A.
R. will give supper at the lodge rooms on
Monday evening next. Everything that is
toothsome will be found upon the tables and
the charge viii! be only 200. No one should
fail to take their supper there Monday even
in0
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Capt. r. B. Heller fell head foremost from
height of several feet in his store Thurs
day, striking his face on barrel, He now
sports regular black eye and other bruises.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Disturbed in Mind.

On the warrant Of Peter Dir, farmer of
Pleasant Bend, his brother, Frederick DIR,
was arrested for insanity and brought be-
fore Judge Donnelly, who adjudged him in
sane. He was conveyed to the asylum at
Toledo.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

We are pleased to note The improved
appea rance of the Port Clinton Ne,Us. Bro.
Webster is giving the Democrats of Ottawa
a good paper and he deserves prosperity.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

White cords embroidery laces we have al
ways taken the lead, our goods are fine and
prices are low and assortment the largest.
ct Gro. Fl. RoHRs & Bro.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

John Haas retired from the board of trus-
sees of Napoleon township last Monday. af-
ter serving nine years. He is a level-headed,
good natured farmer and has made one of
the best trustees the township ever had.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The Junior Epworth League which en-
braces all those of Is years and under, will
meet Thursday afternoon at the M. E.
Church for reorganization.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Manager Halter states that the Opera House
viii in all PROBABILITY be dark through April
and May. Possibly the King Kerr combina-
tion may be here the later part Of May.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

RE And attend the Millinery Open
cTDN ing at Frease's now and the
~ " AeI rest of the week.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Next Monday evening several of Napo-
Icons young ladies, Misses Anna and EN-
ma Evers, Elsie Bradley, Anna Kunz and
Clara Shoner, will give select leap year
dance at The Rink.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
Chm'n Co. Central Committee

The sale of millinery goods at auction
prices continues. Come soon to secure bar
gains. One door east of Shasteen's grocery
store. s. ct
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
The Old Reliable Wagon Max
Notice.

All persons knowing themselves indebted
to Emery & Son, will find their accounts and
notes with Esq. William Abbs at Ridgeville
Corners, @.
St EMERY & SoN.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The new M. E. Church at Grellton has at
last received its new bell. 1t was placed in
position Tuesday. It's weight is 800 lbs.
and has fine tone.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES,


scHEDULE-HoRsEs.
First class stations, $4O0, second class
from 100 10 300; first class work horses from
70 to 100, second class work horses from 40
to 60.
Mules-First class mules $50 to 800, sec
ond class mules, 40 to 60, jacks, 80.
Cattle-FIrst class work oxen GO to 100,
b, lis 10 to 40, first class co ws 80 to 60, Sec
ond class COWS 10 to 20, first class beef cat
tie $500 per hundred pounds, second class
beef cattle, from 3 to Is.
Sheep-First class fine bucks 20, second
class fine bucks to 10, fine sheep 4, coarse
sheep ..
swine-Breeding stock and hogs per 100
pounds $3.50.
! Nehicles-Pleasure carriage from to so,
two horse wagons from to 30. one horse
wagons from5 to 20.
Grain-Wheat, first class, 50 cts. wheat,
second class, 80 cts., wheat, third class, 15c,
barley, 25c, oats Loo clover 800, hay per
ton-timothy. 500.
Machinery--Reaper combined, self bind
ers $40 to $50, mower single, 10 to 20, steam
power threshing machine l00 TO 500, porta-
bic saw mills 900 to 800.
WGtches--Gold watches from $1Oto $50,
silver watches from5 to 20. .-s-y., $500
Musical Instruments-Piano fortes $50
800, organs 20 to SO.
Bees per stand SLIGO.
Our assessors without exception are com
petent, and Henry county is assured of an
appraisement of personal property this year
that will give the best of satisfaction.
Millinery, millinery, at FREAsH's.
Paints never cheaper at Humphreys OF
elsewhere. At
Prices reasonable as consistent for relia.
BILE operations. No extra charge torpainit
extracting. W. ]. PJERREPoINT, Dentist.
If Bitter Block near Miller House.
Perry street in front of Spangler's grocery
is nearly blocked up with debris.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Table Linens, napkins and towels; our
line is by far the largest and prices the low
est; napkins to match the table linen. See
them at Geo. H. Rohrs & Bros. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The Knights of Labor lodge in Napoleon
is in fourishing condition. Last month
it took in nine new members. The price OF
admission has been raised to $500 and the
sick benefit increased in proportion.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

The NJ. L. Sunday school will give an
Easter concert next Sunday evening. The
exercises will be chiefly by the little folks.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Don't fail to attend the millinery opening
at Frease's.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Millinery opening the rest of the week al
Mrs. Frease's.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Our silk wrap Henriettas are all made by
Sir Edward Ripley & Sons, Bradford, Eng
land. They are known as the best makers
in the world. See them at Geo. H. Rohrs
81 Bros. ct Z
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
JURORS
Selected for the May Term of Com
mon Pleas Court.

Monday morning Clerk Brown and Sher.
if Decker by lot selected the following iur-
ors to serve for the May Term of court:
GRAND.
Christian Meyer, Freedom; Benz. Zwayer,
Monroe; Henry Precht, Napoleon; Aaron
Swgart Damascus, Jno. Johnson, Napoleon!
Leslie Woodward, Liberty; ]. B. Ward,
Marion; Emanuel Knapp, Flatrock; Charles
Poker, Napoleon; Ellis Bissonet, Napoleoni
John Singer, Harrison; VIM. Reinke, Napo-
leon Isaac Hashbarger. Napoleon, Charles
Farquharson, Bartlow; Jacob Minnick,
Liberty.
PETIT.
Brink Hudson, Liberty; John Jenkins,
Freedom; John Gersage, Marion; w. W.
Emmell, Washington; John Halter, Napo-
lecn; J. A. Beard, Marion; A. w. Bishop,
Richfeld; Isaac Collier, Bartlow; Theodore
Noaker, Washington; F. W. Smith, Wash
ington; Boyd Dunbar, Napoleon; Albert
Crossman. Monroe.
The grand jury is to report Monday, May
9Th, at 8 a. M; the petit, Tuesday, May 10
at a. m.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Buy yon shoes at Geo. n. Rohrs 4 Bros
and you will surely save money. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

We are prepared to
show you a very large
and complete line of
fashionable Millinery.
The stock has been Sc
lected with care and
will be Of sufficient
variety that will suit
all kinds of taste.
MRS. A. M. FREASE,
april g.an. Opp. Court House.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

n0 Forget the Millinery Opening
NOM now and the rest of this week at
NOA ] Frease's, opposite court house.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

"There is tide in The affairs of man
which, if taken at its food, leads on to
fortune" saith the poet. And it is in the
province of the common every day prose to
say that some people from birth up have
constantly had this food tide at hand and
have never lost an opportunity to stake it."
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

See the kid gloves we are selling at $50 and
81 pair at Geo. H. Rohrs & Bros. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Bills allowed at Monday nights session of
the council we're: o. Higgins, fees, S77.1s;
d. Hancock, dock rent, $500; O. Evers,
printing $s2.25; L. L. Orwig, printing,
$500; 0. Higgins, int. on $4,000, $500;
G. Russ ell, printing, S4S5.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Trustees adjourned until next Saturday.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14
ASSESSORS
Meet and Provide for Uniform Assess.
ment Throughout the County.

Henry oounty's assessors met at the Audi
tors Office Monday morning for oonsults-
ton and the establishment of uniform
rate of assessment.
The following assessors we're present, OF
whom John Ragan, Damascus township,
was elected president and A. NJ. Rowe,
Ridgeyille, secretary.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Prices reasonable as consistent for relia-
BILE operations. No extra charge cor painl.s
extracting. W. j. PJERREPoINT, Dentist.
If Bitter Block near Miller House.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-04-14

Millinery, millinery, at FREAsH's.
Paints never cheaper at Humphreys OF
elsewhere. At
The Helena independent. [volume] (Helena, Mont.) 1875-1943, 1892-11-08
LOST MONEY AND VOTES,
o Republican Cash Secured by Three
sharp Democrats.

Good Republican Cash Secured by Three
sharp Democrats.
ST.. LOUIS, Mo-. Nov. T.-Discovary was
made to-day of a trick played by three
democratic ward workers that ia disgusting
In the extreme to the republican man.
ayers. When the work Of registration was
going on II was IN open secret thot a regu-
lar price of 90 cents a head was paid by
the republicans. They opened headquar-
tiers near the registration office and did the
work in a strictly business way.
Three democratic workers took advan-
tage of this. They rendezvoused at the
levee foot of Walnut street. and corfaled
100 ebony r~oustaboutS, who hail from every
where and reside nowhere. They drilled
their company, matched them up to the
office, and registered them, pocketinR $50.
Down to the leyee they tool them again,
treated and declared a 10-cent per capita
dividend on the enterprise. The ioust-
abouts snapped coats, hats, etc., and re-
ceiving new cards sailed back TO the re-
corder's Office and registered a second time
in the same day. The First ward bosses
pocketed another $50.
The same thing WAS repeated five DAYS in
succession, and 1000 fictitious names were
thus put upon the lists, for which the work
era got $500 from the republican campaign
fund. That was not what chiefly exasper-
ated the republicans, however. These three
trioksters proved their loyalty to the demo-
cratic party by furnishing the democratic
with a complete transcript of the
!, 900 fictitious names and residences, and
were stricken of the lists.