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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
OF INTEEST TO PUPILS.
"A LAW,
To Provide for the Graduation from
the Common Schools of Sub
districts and Special
Districts.

The Boxwell school law which passed the
Legislature March 22d reads 3 follows:
SECTION l. Be it enacted by the General
Assembly of the State of Ohio that each
Board of county school examiners shall
rave power to, and shall make all necessary
provisions and arrangements for, and shall
sold examinations of the pupils of the sub
districts and special districts in the subjects
of orthography, 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 SaturGsss Of
April and May of each year, and shall be of
such a character as shall enable the success
ful applicants to enter any high school in
the county,
SECTION .. To each successful applicant
who shall deliver an Grafton or desama-
tion or read an essay in some public
place provided by the clerk of the
t1wnship Board of Education, a di-
ploma shall be formally presented on the
first 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 a 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 school
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 the
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 in
manner provided in section 4075 of the
Revised Statutes, provided, however, that
the expenses of the township commence
ments shall be paid by the township Board
of Education.
SECTION 5. This act shall be in force and
take effect on and after its passage. 3t
We sell the best black stockings made at
prices much less than elsewhere.
2t GEo. H. RoHRs & Bro.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
OUR TEACHERS
Of Henry County Talk Over
the Best Methods
In Teaching Head Development OF
Our Youth.

Saturday was teachers day in Napoleon.
From all points of the compass they came
TO Napoleon and put in a good days work
at the Union School building in discussion,
comparing notes, and by so doing. better
equipping themselves for future work.
President Beck called the session to order
at O'Clock.
Professor Prents lead of with thorough
handling, without gloves, of the pesky little
verb and when he had completed, il was the
universal opinion that the effort was a
worthy and successful one. His talk
abounded in ideas of a nature savoring of
the 'new school" and not few of the teach
ers pocketed much information thereby.
He was followed by Messrs. McCord.
Williams, Beck, Weaver and Conway in
supplementary discussion of his topic.
Singing was followed with history by
Prof. Weaver. He maintained that the only
way to teach this branch is to lead the pupil
to pursue the subject for himself.
The afternoon session was begun with a
piano solo by Miss Knupp which increased
in no small degree this lady's already high
reputation as performer at the piano.
Prof. Darrow, of Holgate took up the sub.
iect of reading and spelling with the pri-
mary past. At the close of his treatise he
gave an elegant rendition of the poem,
"The Vagabonds," to bring out his ideas in
expression.
Misses Knupp and Alta McHenry played a
much appreciated duet on the piano, and
were followed with an essay by Miss Lulu
Coover replete with thoughts very practical
but clothed in beautiful! language.
Miss Ella Turk, assisted by Miss Seys al
the piano, recited the pathetic and patriotic
piece, "The Blue and The Gray"
The subject Of Percentage as presented by
Prof. Williams created great interest and
the discussion that followed proved the i'm
portance of the subject. Most of those
present favored the 100 per cent. method.
The next institute will be the Annual"
held at Napoleon in the fall.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
1t is Not Right.

Mention was made last week of the de-
plorable condition of our cemeteries in re-
gard to their drainage. We have since been
informed that they are far worse in this re-
spect than we depicted. During the wet
seasons-which we are now undergoing to
the fullest extent-it is impossible to dig IL
inches without striking water! Considering
that the law requires graves to be at least
feet in depth, it must naturally follow that
interments must take place in bed of wa
ter or the law violated.
The defect herein complained of, of course
is due to imperfect drainage, and too much
haste cannot be used remedying it.
Besides some $207, remaining in the ceme-
terry fund in April, there are, as we under
stand, many lots not yet paid for. This
should all be collected and perfect system
of drainage put in our cemeteries at once
1t is duty that we owe the dead as we'll as
protecting the sanitary condition of the
town.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Have You Bought Your Wall Paper?

If you have not already bought your wall
paper and paint, we may be able to give you
some good advice. We have bought ours
and know Just where to go to get good
bargain. Saur & Balsley have been in the
wall paper field for many years and have
had much experience in this line, which
enables them to know and to 60 just where
the best and most reliable goods are made
at the lowest prices. They have placed the
finest, largest, best and most complete stock
on sale this spring they ever had, and the
prices are so low that it places the goods
within the reach of everybody Nice paper
on the wall makes a nice room and nice
rooms make home pleasant and cheerful.
When the paint is faded and worn on the
wood work and furniture, you will find that
coat or two of Saur & Balsley's family
paint and varnish will improve the looks
very much besides making it wear much
longer.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Rather Cheesy.

Thornton and Alabaugh, two of our way
ward and giddy inclined youths, became
cheese hungry last Saturday evening. While
everything had taken unto itself busy air
at William Spengler's grocery this pair of
aces (spades and clubs) pilfered large
cheese and hid it in the alley. Later in the
evening it was discovered and Spengler was
notified. The cheese was returned and
Marshal burns took the affair in charge. An
investigation by him lead to both culprits
being arrested and arraigned before Mayor
Meekison on charge of petit larceny. The
penalty as imposed by the court was S. and
costs each.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
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 l
have work running in this county a quarter
of century ago, it Is sufficient guarantee
that my work is irst-class. Gall and see me.
as I want to show goods that are as repre-
sented and at prices that can not be dupli-
Gated. Get home work, which is warranted.
I do not hesitate to show the material use,
which is first-class in every respect Re-
pairing of all kinds neatly and promr tly at
tended to. Respectfully,
JOHN MILLER,
If The Old Reliable Wagon Maker.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Personal and Society Gossip.
Pleasant Mention of our Own and
Other People.

Miss Anna Shoner isvisiting in Toledo.
F.F. Shoner and wife spent Sunday in To-
ledo.
Josiah Koller has returnedfrom his wes-
tern trip.
Ex-senator John Ryan was in the city
Monday.
Peter ziegler, of Defiance, spent Sunday
in Napoleon.
F. W. LeSueur, of Defiance, was in the
city Monday.
Postmaster Highshew was up from Ma,
linta Saturday.
Miss Alice Baldwin of Toledo visited ir
Napoleon this week.
VIM. Lightheiser of Macon, H., has been
in the city this week.
W. VI. Doran, of Mcpherson, Kan., was a
caller at this Office on Monday.
Commissioner Saygers and wife returned
from their western trip last Friday.
Roger Dunnegan and Glib. Thurston of
Richfeld township were in the city Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. II. Rohrs will enter.
tain company of friends tomorrow even
ing.
Mr.. John Martin, of Defiance, spent Sun
day the guest of Mr.. and Mrs. S. NJ. Hon.
eek.
Edward Yeager, for the past two years in
business at Wauseon, has returned to Napo-
leon.
A. G. Mathews and son Guy spent sever.
al days of this week with Clerk Brown and
family.
Prof. s. G. McCord, of Ridgeville Corn
ers, was in the city Saturday attending the
quarterly institute.
Mrs. Julius Van Hyning and Miss Kate
Wilson, of Napoleon, are visiting Mrs. Eli
Collins.-Wauseon Republican.
Mr.. Robert Brown and wife of Delphos
spent several days of this and last week with
Captain R. B. Heller and family.
Judge and Mrs. Donnelly will entertain
friends next Wednesday evening, in honor
of DR.. Donnelly and bride of Toledo.
Mr.. and Mrs. Darling, who have been
guests with D. W. Shoemaker and family
returned Monday to their home in Elkhart,
Ind.
Rev. Fischer attended conference at La
Porte, Ind, last week. While absent he tooB
occasion to visit Chicago and the exposition
grounds.
Mrs. j. G. Saurwill make trip to Califor.
MIA sometime this month with the hope OF
improving her health by the salubrious
climate of the Pacific slope.
Frost Fisk closed his life-in Defiance
Saturday evening and will locate in Toledo
Defiance is alright as an overgrown village
but too small for Mr.. Fisk.
H. V. Meeker, wife and brother, G. s.
Meeker, of Wood county drove over to Naro
leon last week and spent several days with
relatives in Napoleon township.
Mrs. Herdman of Washington, D. G., is
here visiting with her mother, Mrs. Harriet
Gary. She will return to her home accom-
panied by her mother in few weeks.
s. T. Perrygorry, Koller's head miller, ii
on several weeks visit with relatives in th,
west. Among others he will visit his fathe
whom he has not seen for twenty-one years
George Shepard, William Shepard, W.
Rudolph, J. 81. Ballmer, VIM. Connolly
G. F. Fiser, G. W. Collins, P. B. Seitz
George Johns, A. M. Gidley, VIM. More
head and s. P. Soliday were up from Nc
Clure Friday evening and attended, meet
ing Of the Odd Fellows.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

Miss Ida Knapp, daughter of John Knapp
Monday morning, aged 25 years Last year
she made a trip to Europe, and spent some
time in Switzerland. The journey did not
seem to improve her condition to any great
Dixon county, Tennessee. There she re-
mained among strangers, seeking health.
Last Saturday her parents received word
that she was feeling much better. The letter
was written by Miss Knapp and she stated
that she would soon be at home again.
Sunday night she suffereda hemorrhage and
died at five o'clock on Monday morning.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

F. FL. Short has sold all his land in Rich
field and Monroe townships to R. X. Scott,
of Napoleon, except the east half of the north
east quarter and the south half of the south
east quarter of section 80, and the tract in
section 8, contracted to Messrs. Merrell,
Downward and Beaver. The amount sold was
one thousand and sixty acres. R. X. Scott
has sold part of his purchase to Judge Don
nelly and DR.. Crawford. .-Fla0.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
The Grab Completed.

Russell assumes charge of the postofice
Saturday, and thus takes what partisan
government gives HIM but which sentiment
and all laws of justice stamp as woefully
wrong,
Captain r. B. Heller, acting p. NJ, will
have served in such capacity two months,
and that he has made model official Is the
general verdict.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Railroad Assessing.

Auditor Resh attended a meeting of Audi
tors along the line at Toledo on Monday to
assess the Wabash railroad for taxation.
The main line was assessed $4,000 per
mile. an increase of $4,000 per mile over
last year. The side track was left at $1,000
per mile, the same as last year, as was also
the rolling stock, $2,250 per mile. Auditor
Resh goes to Toledo Friday on the Glover
leaf, and Findlay Saturday on the Deshler
and Findlay branch of the d. and M.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Special Notice.

The Henry County Board of School Ex-
aminers will hold 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. SoHwAB.
MRS. Sue WELsTED.
Co. Examiners.
Napoleon, O., April IS, 1092.-td
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

The cooperative store has applied for a
charter increasing their stock $4,000. This
will make grand aggregate of $4,000. The
store under the management of Secretary
A. F. Miller is certainly achieving growth
heretofore unknown to commercial circles
in Napoleon.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

We save you money on all kirds Of dry
goods, carpets, shoes and slippers. Our
stock contains all the latest designs, all new
fresh goods in the medium and best grades,
all standard, reliable, Trustworthy goods.
the kind that always gives satisfaction and
ourprices are unquestionably the lowest to
be found anywhere. An inspection of our
stocks will soon show you how much farther
yodr money will go with us than it will
elsewhere. 2t GEo. II. RoHRs & BRo.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

Rev. Ames editor of the Defiance Victor is
dealing sledge hammer blows at the rum
traffic with what effect several thousand
years hence will only tell. "As long as there
is demand for liquor it will be sold" is one of
the most solid axioms we have.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Move un Front. Please.

Is the cry of conductor on acrowded street
car. Our clerks were tempted Saturday to
use the same expression with the slight
variation of "Walk right back, please, to
the crowd of patrons who came in to get
their Spring outfits from our handsome
stock. We've been more than busy; in fact,
it seems as though we're doing the bulk Of
the clothing business in town. Why
shouldn't we? Our styles are the correct
ones and all that is desirable in cloth
and weaves we have" Besides, you always
get dollars worth for dollar when you
trade with Geo. Hahn. the One Price Cloth
ier. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

For canned fruits, oranges, lemons
bananas, flour, potatoes, spices, tobaccos,
cigars, candies, good assortment of brooms,
extracts, tin ware, coal oil, vinegar, crack
ers, cakes, family medicines, baking pow.
der, fine soaps, matches. bird seed, starch
prunes, raisins, call on J. M. Myers, Isl
. door west of A. B. Scribner's. 81
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

This was the evening to open bids for On
gineer of the fire department and janitor OF
The engine house, but four members be-
ing present the matter by common consent
was laid over until the hext meeting.
The matter of the proposed new sewer
from Scott street TO the creek near the dis
tillery was taken up and discussed the re-
mainder of the meeting. Wallace Blair was
before the council in behalf of himself and
other tax payers along the route. He had
lust come from the cellar of the Miller House
in which water was raising at the rate OF
half foot per hour and he was in no mel
low frame of mind at the outlook. Neither
was no slow in expressing his opinion at
what he supposed to be dilitory movements
of the council.
Mr.. Cahill explained to the council the
many constructions that could be put on the
law in regard to sewers aid explained why
the council should proceed understandingly
in order that the town would not be com,
PEELED to pay the bulk of the cost in the end;
that in his Judgment the acre property
through or near which the sewer passes could
not be taxed for its construction; that
sewer district should be established and all
property in this district taxed for the con-
struction of the outlet, or in other words,th
sewer itself up to where it abutted the lots.
He thought that the only kind of sewer ad-
visable would be an arched one constructed
of brick, which would entail great expense.
Mayor Meekison estimated that its mini
mum cost would be $G,C000 90, and thought
that even if the acre property along its route
were taxed the same as the other property it
would not be sufficient to meet the expense
as the assessment could not exceed 25 per
cent. of the du plicate valuation.
The opinion of the council was escer-
tanned and Mr.. Cahill draughted resolu-
ton, which was passed, ordering Henry
Kolbe to proceed at once and establish a
route, sewer district, cost, specifications,
etc., and to make a report of the same at the
next meeting which the Mayor fixed for
Friday evening, the 9th inst.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
MARRIED,

DoNNELL-GEIsLER.-On May md, in Ma
poleon by Rev. NJ. L. Donahey, Henry B.
Mcdonnell and Miss Myrtle N. Geisler, both
of Henry county, o.
INSTRUMENTATION the 24th of
April, 1892, by Rev. ]. W. Myers, George
Westminster, of Cleveland, o., and Miss
Lucy Wagner of Henry Co., 0,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

The Quarterly meeting of the U. B.
church in South Napoleon Saturday and
Sunday was decidedly successful. Rev.
G. L. Bender conducted the services and
preached with more than ordinary power.
Fifteen were baptized and a goodly number
partook of the Lords Supper Sunday morn
ing. The subject for next Sunday evening
will be "The Christian at School," The
prospects of this church are bright.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Notice to Teachers

The Board of Examiners for the Napoleon
U. s. District will meet at the Union School
House on Saturdays. May 7th and May 14th,
a. err. for the examination Of teachers.
F. D. PBrNTIs,
R. w. CAHrLI.,
ct A. E. II. MAERKER.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

Letter List.

Letters remaining uncalled for in the Ma
poleon Post-office for the week ending
May 8, 1892.
Dora Snumaker. VIM. Brennan, Homer
Fonts and P. w. Springer.
Persons calling for letters will please say
they were advertised and give date.
GEORGE RUSSELL. Postmaster.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

SEQ what elegant bed room suits and side.
boards, also thebest mattresses and springs
in the city at prices 10 suit the customers, at
ii. II. Lanes, at A. B. scribners Agriculture
al Store. 1t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

Losr:-A pocket book between W. G..
Bockerman's in Napoleon tp. and Napoleon;
or on the streets of Napoleon, last Saturday;
contained a note and money. Finder leave
at this Office and receive reward. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

There is trouble over in district in re-
gard to the enforcement OF the trusnt law.
The usual howl of ''partiaIity." which has
long since been identified with all school
matters, is having full sway among the pat
rona
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Trim up the Trees.

For the convenience Of people generally
all the shade trees should be trimmed mp to
the proper height. In rainy westher especi
ally branches oftrees dropping over the side
walk and street is a great annoyance and
should be abated. Let all trim their trees.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

j. II. Smith and O. L. Aspaugh left
Wednesday noon for New Albany, Ind,
where they joined the band and orchestra
with stones Crescent Shows. The show
travels by boat and will play the principal
cities on the Mississippi river and tributa-
sries. Liberty Press.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

"Two Old Cronies" is booked for the
Opera House the 10th. The company is a
comb nation of the Willises and is one of
great merit, having presented this play in
all the large cities. 1t will be the best t'oupe
that has played at Napoleon for many years.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

1t was our pleasure to have printed the
register of names at the institute last Satur-
day-but several circumstances stood in the
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
sheen to let on Shares.

One hundred to one hundred and hfty ewes
in lots of 10 TO 25. Terms 10 suitcustomers.
Inquire of Chas. F. Clay, Napoleon. o., or
address s. A. Clay, Alvo, Cass county. Ne
braska. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
Florida Creamery.

Every person interested in the starting OF
creamery at Florida, o., is invited to at
tend meeting for that purpose on Friday
evening, May 9th, 1862, at Scotield Hall.
E. N. WEAVER, Chairman.
r.. M. BRuBAKER, Secy,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

Geo. Daum has been selected as one of the
grand jurors of the United States Court for
the June term, and Henry Ludeman on the
petit jury. ~
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

Wilson's will put in a new front similar to
that of Spengler's. They will be new style
in every particular which will add not lit
lie TO the improvement of Perry street.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

At special meeting Of the Napoleon tp.
board Of Edueation, Tuesday, nine OF Ysg-
gy's Geographical cabinets we're purchased to
be put in each Of the districts. The appsra-
tus is something new and a glance will de-
monstTate its worth % all district schools.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

A. Bradley was the first grocer to Put
strawberries on the merket. The price, 40c,
warrants in slowing them in safe with a
time lock. r.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

The Napoleon High School Alumni Asso-
citation held a meeting Friday night and
elected Frank Wilson president. The Or
ganization decided to give a banquet May
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

LosT.-Somewhere between Napoleon and
Hamler, April 9th, blending brush, finder
please leave same at this Office.
If SMILEY KING.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05
6 aaraner'saallery
By the front way, as usual.

W. @. G. Corset is t. best corset made
and fit perfect. For sale only at Geo. H.
Rohrs & Bros. 2t
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

VIM, Southerland, who 40 badly shattered
his constitution in sustaining fractured
thigh several months since, is again able to
be around.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1892-05-05

"Lucy," the marc owned by Capt. G. E.
Reynolds, while grazing on the commons
near the railroad last Saturday, fell and dis
located her shoulder, besides sustaining sew
eral slight fractures. The suffering became
so intense that she was chloroformed to
death Monday. She was fully thirty years
of age and in her younger days was we'll
known horse on the turf,