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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

North America contains nearly 9,000, 900
square miles, and it is estimated by SO care
full an authority as DR.. Dawson that nearly
100000 square miles Exclusive of the in
hospitable, detached arctic portion is for
all practical purposes entirely unknown"
Mr.. John Chapman, M. d., of Paris
claims to have been remarkably successful
in the treatment Of cholera by application
of cold or heat along the spinal regions
cold being applied during any Of the differ
ent degrees Of collapse, and heat when neG
essary to lessen the force Of reaction.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
The Explosion ofa Bomb

staytles all within hearing. SO 1.-The
pains which arise from arrangements
Of the liver, stomach and bowels,
quickly alarm those who experience
them. DR.. Plerce's Pleasant Pellets af-
ford speedy and inexpensive cure.
Sick headache, bilious headache, cons
tipation, indigestion, bilious attacks,
yield like magic to this wonderful
specific. Only one tiny, sugar-coated
Pellet for laxative dose. Purely
vegetable and perfectly harmless The
action is promps and pleasant. Abso-
lutely the best Liver Pill made. Your
money given back il they do not give
entire satisfaction. The only pill
possessed of such merit as to warrant
their being sold on trial!
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
FailaA to NTatarialize.

CHICAGO, Dec. 12.-Six hundred po-
licemen held in reserve during the night
to quell a possible outbreak at the lake
front, were not disturbed Tuesday morn
ing. John Westgarth, supposedly a
crank, had issued a call for 10000 armed
men to meet him at the lake front at day,
break and move against the city with a
demand for work or bread. But John
and his army failed to materialize and
tho policemen were allowed to break
ranks
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
DEATH OF A DIVER.
Got Fast and Was Frightened OF Chile
IN neath

Got Fast and Was Frightened or Chilled
TO Death
AsHTABULA, o., Dec. 11.-Thomas
Gray. diver at work on the schooner
Pelican, of this harbor. went down
into the boat and in some manner be-
came entangled in the rigging.
Although he 'signsled, his helpers
were unable to raise him. AS soon as
possible other divers secured from
Cleveland went down, and after
working five hours recovered the body.
The air tubes were all right, and it
is supposed the poor fellow was either
frightened or chilled to death.
He was % years old and unmarried.
He was not regarded as experienced in
his profession.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
BABY RuTH,s PlcIRut.
RSw sIrs. Secretary Lamont Get Ahead Of
photographer.

6fsW drs. Secretary Lamont Get Ahead of
n PHOTOGRAPHER.
NEW York, Dec. 12.-Mrs. Lamont
plotted and successful carried out a
clever scheme whereby she kept prom
se she made, and at the same time went
clear Of an annoyance to the president
and Mrs. Cleveland. Soon after the baby
was born, photographer got Mrs. La
mont 10 promise him that she would let
him take a picture Of the child. The
other day the photographer asked Mrs.
Lamont to redeem her promise. "Why,
You have photographed the baby" she
said, "only you did not know it." Mrs.
Lamont sent the baby to the gallery,
but did not let the photographer know
that he was looking at the presidents
daughter. "Mr. and Mrs. Cleveland are
pleased with the picture" added Mrs
Lamont. And now the photographer is
wondering which of the multitude of in
fants is the daughter of the president.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

noticed young woman putting on her
wrap the other day, and instead Of catching
hold OF tho end of her dress sleeve with her
fingers in the old fashioned way, she took
her handkerch. eff and wrapped it around the
lower end of the sleeve in sort Of half
hitch with one end Of the loose knot much
longer than the other. Catching these ends
in her hand, she slipped her arm into her
wrap, loosed the knot. jerked off the hand
keFchief and repeated the operation on the
other sleeve. It was something new to me,
although it may have boen old to others.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

The postotfice department of the
government has decreed that all post
offices whose names have heretofore
ended with "tre" shall hereafter be
spelled "ter" and that all offices whose
names ended with "burgh" shall here
after be spelled without the "h." 9th
er changes have been authorized as the
administration believes in simplicity
In all thinps
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Rose in Her Coffin.

BERLIN, Dec. 12.-An extraordinary
case of suspended animation is reported
from Militistch of Russia Silesia. The
wife of a major of the army had appar-
emily died. and preparations were made
for the funeral. Owing to some delay in
getting grave ready, the funeral was
postponed until the fourth day after the
supposed death. On that day, shortly
before the time set for the removal of tho
body to th1 cemetery. the woman arose
IN her cofTI. greatly 70 Jne horror or
those around her. She had been in o
trance
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

Nova SCOTIA miners and Canada
coal dealers are loudly protesting
against that section ofthe Wilson tar
iff bill which puts coal on the free list;
they Will endeavor to secure legislation
from the Canadian parliament that
will prevent their trade being absorbed
by Americans.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Tuesday.

SENATE-Among the petitions presented
in the senate was one by Mr. Squire from
the chamber of commerce of Seattle, pray
ing for the establishment of a national
bank in that state Mr.. Squire introduced
bill to this effect and it was referred TO
the committee on public lands. Mr.. Cul-
lom addressed the senate on the federal
election law.
HOUSEKEEPING of interest to the public.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
They Won't Have lii.

YOKOHAMA, Dec. 12.-The China,
which left Honolulu Nov. aS, has ar
rived. When the steamer left the island
the provisional government was in power.
The action Of the United States govern
ment was awaited with the greatest anx-
iety. The members of the provisional
government, however, were resolute in
their declarations against the restoration
of the monarchy.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

SOME Republican employees Of labor
arejumping at the chance to make po-
litical capital and money at one and
the same time, by reducing their en-
ployes wages and charging the reduc-
tion to the new tariff bill. Keep your
eye on that class OF men. II may be
necessary to teach them needed lesson
in the near future.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

THE most diligent canvasser Of the
House has only found two Democrats
who will acknowledge their intention
to vote against the new tariff bill.
Still editors who have no regard for
the truth continue to fill their papers
with ridiculous stories about "DemO-
cratic opposition to that measure.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
OLD FEUD SETTLED.
One of the Participants Fatally Shot.
Spectator Struck.

CRooKsvILLE, o., Dec. 12.-An old
time feud, which has existed between
two residents here, U. Gregg and E. Nc
Clelland, was settled in probably fatal
manner. Both parties had sworn to kill
each other on sight, and as they met in
front of Kennedy's drug store both pulled
revolvers.
McClelland fired first, slightly wound
ing Gregg, who meanwhile returned the
fire, tearing gaping wound in McClel-
lands left breast. The latter tottered,
fell, and was carried to his home, few
yards away. During the series of 10 or
12 shots which were exchanged Condy
Koon, a bystander, received a severe
flesh wound. McClelland is fatally
wounded. Great excitement prevails.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
FARMER FLEEcED.
Buncoists Do Him Out of $500 on q Very
Old Scheme.

Old Scheme.
ASHLAND, O., Dec. 9.-Tobias Crone,
q wealthy farmer. was swindled out of
$500 Tuesday by confidence men. Mon
day a man hailing from Kentucky,
agreed to buy one of Crone's farms for
$50 an acre, and gave Crone $40 to bind
the bargain. He then went to Mans
field, leaving Crone his address there,
and promising to return in week.
The same day a second real estate
dealer fell in love with the same farm,
and wanted to buy it for 500 an acre.
Crone explained how he had already
sold it, but agreed with the second
stranger that perhaps the first
might be induced to Withdraw from his
contract. Crone accordingly went to
Mansfield and paid stranger No. $500
to withdraw from the contract. When
he returned stranger No. was not
present, nor is he vet.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
CONGRESS.


SESATR-The debate on the Hawaiian
matter WAS continued. A resolution re-
questing the president TO forward all eorre-
spondence on the subjecs was adopted
without a division, after n long discussion.
acted and at 1:10 the exercises in connec-
tiOn with the unyeiling OF the Shields
statue began and the house adjourned.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
THE TINPLATE SCHEDULE.

It Has Been Changed From an Ad Va
lorom to Specific Duty.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 9.-The Demo
cratic members of the ways and means
committee of the house have changed
the tinplate schedule from ad valorem
to specific duty, fixing the rate at 1-5
cents per pound. which is just a cent
lower than the present rate.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
NOTES.
IT HIS SATANIC xlJEs1I.


From a musical standpoint Napoleon
goes way ahead Of any Of the neighboring
towns in northwestern Ohio, We possess
vocalists of rare ability, piano players
whose execution Of Chopin's nociuTpes or
"Im the Nan Who Broke the Bank at Non
10 Carlo" is indeed marvellous. We have
Violinists. one Of whom plays as well as
some stage professionals. Two-thfrds Of
our yoang talent can ''toot horn" with the
best of'them, while the other third are mas
ters of the guitar or banjo. One Of our
massachusetts has an extended reputation as
such. and last but not least in ability. iS our
duiclmsr player, whose knowledge Of the
iEtricacies Of that sweet instrument is Ger.
ssinly surprising to those who have had the
good fortune TO hear him.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
DOESN'T WANT HAWAII.
Japan Has No Intention of Assuming
Proteetorate.

Uupan HN3 NO HHt0HtIUH u H''1 11II"B
Proteetorate.
WASHINGTON, Dec. 12.-It can be
stated positively that Japan has no pur-
pose of assuming q protectorate over Ha-
waii in case the United States should
abandon il status there. At the japanese
legation here this theory Is declared to
be visionary. A japanese warship was
sent to Honolulu some time ago in order
to insure protection, during these critical
times, TO the 10000 Japanese on the ISL
ands. This, it is stated, was not step
toward acquiring OF controlling Hawaii,
as it is not to the interest of Japan to
extend her present government relations
with the islands.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

PRESIDENT CLEvELAND's message is
corker. Its length should NOS pre-
vent every Democrat becoming thor
oughly acquainted with its contents;
tits thoroughly patriotic and thorough
ly Democratic.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

II there is anything earthly that will scare
a timid man to death. IL is screech owl
If you have never heard one, you can form
no idea Of the horrible, blood -curdling
sound which they can produce, and when
they fly down close to person and snap
their bills, they convince even the best
Christian that my namesake 10 grabbing
for him.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Arsenic Instead of ouinine.

DEFIANCE, o., Dec. 12. - Bertha
Reprogle died suddenly at Evansport
from the effects of arsenical poisoning.
The drug was administered to her by her
sister Grace, aged 20, through mistake
for quinine. Grace is prostrated with
grief, and her mothers's life is de
spaired of,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

REPUBLICANS In Congress may as
well understand that the country Is in
no humor to stand any unnecessary
lengthening OF the tariff debate, either
in the House or the Senate.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

THERE has been -arlot Of fool talk
about the change in the head Of the
knights OF Labor. When that or any
other organization reaches the stage In
which one man is necessary to It's ex'
istence, its end is not far off.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Don't Tobacco Spit or Smoke You
Lite Away

Is the truthful, startling title of little book
that tells all about No-to-bac the wonderful,
harmless guaranteed tobacco habit cure. The
cost is trifiing and the man who wants to
quit and can't runs no physical or financial
risk n using "No. To BAG, /" sold by all drug
gists.
Book at drugstores or by mail free, ad-
dress, The Sterling Remedy Co.,, Indiana
Mineral Springs, Ind. june 2l-Iy
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

"Joshua Simpkins" deserved a better
house than ID received Monday Light. The
play vas good throughout, and none Of the
company seemed out of place in their re-
spsssive paTss. The dancing was good al
though not extraordinary, while the saw
mill scene psrtook of Che realistic, even if
old store box boards did constitute the saw
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
ARemarl,ahls Fent.

Readers are not asked to believe this tale;
"A runaway horse in Hessle Common, Eng
land, was about to run down child, when
William Clayton, a muscular bystander
who had been trying to stop the horse,
seized the wheel and lifted it clean over the
child, which had been knocked down di
rectly in it's path. hiladelphia Ledger.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

The man who spends his money
literally for Christmas presents Is
doubly a phiIanthropist; he makes the
receivers OF the presents happy and
sdds his money to that in active circu-
lation, thus benefitlng everybody, him
selflncluded.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

THERE is one highly commsndsble
feature about the annual report Of
every member Of the cabinet-the en-
tire absence OF any attempt to secure
notoriety by the advocacy Of fsome ideal
scheme,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

Oh Maid Of Christmas, earnestly I vow,
To thee might goddesses and graces
bow!
With what can Santa Claus thy stock
inGs fill
One-half 40 precious as what fills them
now?
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

THE annual report Of President
Cleveland's "boy Comptroller of Cur
rency" shows the wisdom OF the selec-
ton OF Mr.. Eckels for that important
position.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
@ Saturday.
HoUsE-Nothing of interest.
Monday.

SEYATE-Among the petitions and me
MORALS presented were several relating to
items in the proposed tariff bill. A res
olution was introduced by Mr., ,Hoar call
ing upon the president for further informa-
HOUsE-Nothing Of general interest.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

We have bought alot of salesman samples
Of handkerehiets, all kinds. same We can
sell you at far less than regular prices. See
them at Geo. II. Rohrs Bros. a
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Probate Notice

NOTICE is hereby given, that H. A Fsuyer, as
IN Administrator with will annexed Of Walter
Fsuver, has filed fourth account of his Adminis-
trasion. which will be for h caring and ,scttleme
January sth, 1894.
M.DONEELLY. Probate Indoe
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

If Ambassador-noi.to-be Van Allen
has displomatic ability equal to his
letter-writing talent, his failure to go to
Italy as U. s. Ambassador is a public
loss.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

THos. AxwoRTHY, the defaulting
treasurer of Cleveland, who has been
sojourning at Hamilton, Ontario, for
some years, died last week Of Bright's
disease.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
CARD OF THANKS.

We extend our heartfelt. thanks TO The many
friends who kindly assisted during the illness
and death Of our beloved mother ana especially to
tbs Womsn's Relief Corps.
DAuaHrHRs AND SoN.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

A New York preacher has discover
ed or rather he thinks, thai there is no
hell, except that which exists in the
living mind. How did he find out?
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

ITit took the citizens 0! Maine seven
months to raise $15 towards the erec-
ton Of monument to the late James
G. Blaine, how long will it take to
build the monument?
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

The man who argues that the "hard
times" would not have come had Har-
rison been reelected, may be ingenious,
but he isn't honest.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

HoUsE-The Torrey bankruptcy bill was
lost, 142 TO Ill. A bill for the admission
of Utah was defeated by Republican fill
clustering.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Already Supplied.

Agent-Don't you want your house fitted
up with first class burglar alarmi
any. My husband always leaves the sheet
iron cover of his typewriter lying about,
and nobody ever comes into the house with
out stumbling over it.-Chicago Tribune.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Probate Notice,

NOTICE 10 her eby given, that Philip C. schwab.
L y a. ADM MIST rstor Of Stephen Royal, has hled
\ hrst accouut OF his Administration. which will
% for hearing and settlement Janu ary 9Th, 1894.
NJ. DoNNELLY, Probate Judge
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

Gov. MCKINLEY has appointed John
w. Knaub Of Dayton as chief inspec-
tor of workshops and factories, vice w.
L. Mcdonald, removed.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

INSTEAD Of wasting time trying to
explain how it happened, the Demo-
Gratis should get right down to work
and see that il don't happen again.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Probate Notice.

NOTICE is hereby given, that John V. Cuff, AZ
~ Gsardian Of 0restes Weaver ct al. has fled q
for hearing and settlement January sth. 1894.
NJ. DoNNELLY, Pro bate Judge.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

SENATE-Nothing Of general interest.
HoUsE-The bankruptcy. bill was further
considered.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

No better preparation for the hair
has ever been invented than Ayers
Hair Vigor. Il restores the original col
or to faded and gray hair, and imparts
that natural gloss and freshness every
one so much admires. Its reputation
is worldwide.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

Mr., VAN ALLEN has shown himself
to be more manly man than any of
his traducers.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

WHAT has become Of those fellows
who charged Secretary Carlisle with
being ignorant OF finances?
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Democratic Northwest.
gy-oFFIoIALPAPERoF CITY ANDGo
NAPOLEON, O., DEC. IA, 1893

IT makes us smile to hear the Toledo
Blade talk about McKinley's simplici-
ty.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

The Holgate Times dubs the Signal
"the alleged Republican paper of Hen
ry county" In order: Pistols or cigars.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Prevention Ii Better

Than cure, and those who are subject
to rheumatism can prevent attacks by
keeping the blood pure and free from
the acid which causes the disease. You
can rely upon Hoods Sarsaparilla as 3
remedy for rheumatism and catarrh,
also for every form Of scrofula, salt
rheum, boils and other diseases caused
by impure blood. Ittones and vitaliz.
es the whole system.
Hoods Pills are easy and gentle in
effect,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

THE opposition to the Wilson tariff
bill is mostly where it was expected to
be-in the Republican party.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14
Notice of Appointment.
Assignment of Crecilla Vanlue and Son

~ has been appointed and qualified as Assignee
Ia trust for the benefit of tho reditors of Crecla
Van lue and Son, BY the Pro bate Court Of Henry
county, Ohio.
Dated this 2ad day of November, A. D. 1893.
SAMUEL WILLIAMS, Assignee
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

Sec Us About Fancy Work.
We sell lines you canpot find elsewhere
IN Napoleon. % HoRN & NoRDxN,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-12-14

LRIsT.-LeVi Leist was born in PickAway county,
Ohio, Nov. Sud, 1929. and departed this life Dec.
7sh, 1898, aged 70 years, month and days.
July 18th, 1913, he was united in marriage TO
Harriet Moore, and in September Of the same year
removed to Henry county, ana year later re-
moved upon the farm where he lived until his
death. He was ono of the pioneers Of this county,
coming here over forty years ago, and by thrift
and Industry succeeded In clearing up the farm
and improving his late beautiful and attractive
homo.
He accepted Christ as his personal Savior in his
youthful days. Was one Of the charter members
of che church at Hebron and was 9 representative
at the first Council Of the Christian Unioo held q
Colum bus Ohio. He wac . devoue stldent of the
Bible, and in his declining gears it was his chief
and only study. One might speak OF any passage
OF the Scripture in the New Testament and he
could tell at once II it was qnoted correctly aud
where 70 fad II. He wanted 'Thns Saith The
Lord'' as basis upon which to build his hope.
lie vas possessed with characteristic of posi-
tivensss and nayer hesitatsd or evadsd to declare
bis honest convictions. He endured his late
Afilction without . murmeF and was frequently
heard in prayer TO God, informing his family that
he was fully aware Of his arp reaching end that all
was veil.
He loaves a wife, one daughter, three sons and
grand children to mourn the sad loss of his
departure.
Funeral services were held the l0th inst. at
the Hebron ehurc conducted by Rev. G. W.
Foltz. of Deshler, to large congregation Of rela
tives snd friends, after which his remains was
taken to the Morrison cp eteYy and reyereptlY LAID