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Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Dumped.

A large party of Napoleon X. P's, iuclud-
cludlng several of our county officers
sledded it to Mcclure Friday and attended a
meeting of the Mcclure Lodge at which sew
eral degrees were conferred. The visiting
members were royalty entertained and
started for home about the time the ever
present cock was Going his thrice job of
growing. In turning the corner mile north
of the village, the driver showed his
geometrical knowledge of distances by pre-
ferring the hypothenuse in place of the base
and perpendicular. However bright on
figures, he was no good in jumping bitches
and the whole band of noble knights were
dumped over rail fence into north 40'
and three feet of snow. No one was hurt
and the party arrived in Napoleon in time to
utilize the early morning train for Doud of
Defiance.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
New Order.

George H. Barritt, Deputy Great Com
mander of the Knights of Maceabees and J..
Walter Bliss. of Lansing, Mich, are in the
city bent on establishing lodge of that or
der. The object of the order is to unite fra
ternally all white persons of sound bodily
health and good moral character, who are
socially acceptable, between Is and 70 years
of age, and to provide for endowment, sick,
funeral, accident, disability and old age ben
efitsto those between the ages Of. Is and 55
years. and to educate the members socially,
morally and intellectually. 1t has had a
phenomenal growth and is world renown.
Both gentlemen are affable and good busi-
ness men, and will doubtless accomplish
their object
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
To the Front.

Sub-school districts in Henry county are
fast attaining degree of excellence almost
on par with the city schools. The directors
are being educated in regard to the real
needs of school, and the pupils are not
slow in realizing for what purpose the
"deestrict" school is maintained. The re-
suit is that where years ago existed only a
desire to turn the teacher out, now we see a
thirst after knowledge and an adherence of
rebellion against the teachers will. Our
system of schools are equalto those of any
county in the State.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Merry Sleigh Riders,

S. M. Heneck, VIM. English. Ernest
Spengler, Chas. Walters, John LaudabaLsn
John Reiser, Frank Flogaus and Matt. Itei
ser, Jr. with their wives, composed merry
sled load that drove out to Fred Veigles in
West Napoleon township, Sunday evening
Mr.. and Mrs Veigle proved excellent enter.
tainers, and it was somewhat late before the
party broke up for the homeward trip.
As was before stated, the party was mer.
ry one and the following philosophical little
slanza will be understood by them though
not by the casual reader.
1.-The good old COW she crossed the road,
Because she crossed the road, sir;
And the reason why she crossed the road,
Was because she crossed the road, sir. :"
".
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26

CONSUMERS of electricity for lighting
purposes may now rest easy touching
on their supply and the quality.
Messrs. Joe Beard, Wayne Shelf and
A.. j. Nandenbroek will compose the
future company, having purchased the
interest of Mrs. Beard. The new COM
pany has purchased Sayger's saw mill
and as. soon as hew machinery arrives
the old site of KOller's mill will be
abandoned. When the new plant is
in operation citizens can be assured of
all the light wanted, as both dynamoes
and power will be greatly increased.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Special Sale of Hosiery and Gloves

Special Sale of Hosiery and Gloves.
Ladies black or coIored cotton pair
for 15c; worth 10c per pair.
Ladies black or colored cotton for
10c; worth 15c.
Ladies black or colored cotton 12}c;
worth 1Sc.
Black, all wool for IS; worth SOC.
Misses and childrens fine black cot
ton hose for &c; worth 10.
Childrens all wool hose for 10c;
worth from Is to Csc.
All other goods In like proportion.
An immense line of sample hose in
cotton and wool at one-half their
value; so pair childrens legans 10, Is,
and oOc. per pair; worth from 20 to SOC
per pair.
100 knit hoods for children, Misses
and ladies at 10, Is, 20, 25, 35 and SOC.
which is less than one-third their
value. ..&
Our stock Of fascinators at less than
first cost from Is to 90c.
Our entire stock of wool mittens and
gloves for ladies and children from Sc
! pei pair up. DID, J. WILSON.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
A NUISANCE
Is the Law Against the Sale Of IntOKiCat-
ing Liquors by Druggists.

'If ever there was an iniQuitous, despotic
measure enacted, the law touching on the
sale of liquor by druggists is the most ty-
rannical," said one of our leading druggists.
''The legislature that enacted it were fit sub
iects for reform school," "What am /
kicking about, did you ask? Well, frankly,
| am not kicking at all. l was merely voic-
ing the kick of hundreds who come in my
store and give us wholesome kick and
song and dance over the short comings of
the aforesaid legislature. l am vol ling the
kick of ladies who have often come in the
store in fainting condition and asked for
drink of brandy but which of course we
were powerless to give unless physician
were handy. l am voicing the kicks of
hundreds who have routed us out in the
tive who has been taken suddenly ill and
in all probability was in emminent danger
of death. Our answer in all such cases, of
course, must be according to the law, and
physicians j. Hancock must be forthcom-
ing, or no whisky"
Doesn't your conscience get the best of
you some times and fear of the law lost sight
OFF" was asked.
"No, sir. We follow the law in every in
stance although l must confess it requires
no little gritting of teeth to so do, especially
when we are acquainted with the parties and
know that their demands are worthy. 1 be-
lieve have made more enemies from the
date of that enactment than during the rest
of my life."
An interview with other druggists showed
the same bitterness of feeling towards the
measure, which, it is apparent, is a great
nuisance and should be repealed.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
NO sun.
The Star Course Not up to The EXpeC.
tatiOl Of Crowded Houses.

There is no little question in the minds of
many as to the inappropriate christening of
the ''Star Conrse," to which Napoleon needs
no introduction. Considering the number
and variations in magnitude of our heavenly
consultations there is no doubt but that a
studious and persistent astronomer can ap-
propriate sinner for this application,
but we are not round doing it with the
naked eye. In fact, the course is no sun
likely to coIor-biind with brilliancy any un-
fortunates who may occupy the audience
| room. ' =
The second installment of this starring"
was here Saturday night and if there are any
who will put the circuit on his conscienc g
and say he came within 40 rods of being
satisfied, we'll put the kettle on and ask him
| in.
That the first installment was dry no one
will dispute; that the second one was
equally as combustible with little irrita-
| tion thrown in, is generally acknowledged;
and that the "Star Course" will kindly let us
off with only the two, is a prayer already
worn out with repetition.
We don't want any more whistling girls
Cor buoys;) we don't feel like paying to hear
tuneless piano; panoramas and lengthy
and intricate explanations, aud hair splittin'
on time of day of mans death 30 years
ago command about as much interest here
abouts as there is sentimentality in putting
up ice.
OF course we all attended not expecting to
see drama, bnt our most depressing condi-
ton summoned to meet the occasion, with
the assistance of clairvoyant, did not
meet the bill.
| N. B.-We are like George W.-we can't
lie. The Star course is no good and there
are hundreds of pocket books to the extent
of $1.50 ready to be placed in evidence to
prove it. Let the com ittee heed our ad-
vice and go the other extreme by means of a
"Punch and Judy" exhibit in order to equal
ize matters. Don't look upon this advice
other than with the spirit of kindliness in
which it is given.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
At the Bat,

Fred Batter, who was held to wait the &C
ton of the probate court on peace warrant
has shaken the snow of the city off his bro
gans and hied himself to Toledo. He was
brought into court and on his pleading
guilty Judge Baker allotted him three hours
to leave town. He said that the Judge was
too liberal. as three minutes would suffice,
and the last seen of him he was enjoying the
pleasant walk the Wabash roadbed afforded
him.-Defance Ne,Us.
The same fellow gave Napoleon sweep
ing glance as he merrily tripped along the
Wabash on his way to the Future Great,
Tuesday. We interviewed him on the wing
and as much as limited time would allow,
found he had it laid in for Defiance, gener-
ally speaking, and thought Toledo would
prove Chatter" place for his calling.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
George" not "Jacob. /"

In our article on Contempt of Court"
last week the name of "Jacob" was uuinten
tionally inserted instead of George" Jacob
Hardy is our ferryman living at Texas and
is law abiding citizen in every particular,
hence it is with haste and a hope that the
wrong might be righted that we make the
correction. 1t was George and not Jaco b
Hardy who was fined for contempt of court.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
He EXcepts.

Moses Jackson takes exceptions to the az
serion that he was instrumental in detain.
ing Hardy and thus preventing his appear
ance as witness at the Adams trial. The in.
formation was received by us through reia-
bic sou ice, and as Mr.. jackson knows that
source, it would seem to man up tree
that his plan of action is too tackle the
fountain head and not US.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Go Away From Home For News

The citizens of Napoleon are making a
earnest effort to secure the proposed branch
of the Wabash railroad that is to connect
Toledo with TIE Chicago division of the
road. The right of way between Napoleon
and Montpelier has been secured and the
roadbed of the old Coldwater & Mansfield
road purchased by number of citizens and
will be donated to the new enterprise, pro-
vided the Wabash people decide to make the
connection by that route Crescent.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Jas. Boss
Filled
Watch Cases

are all gold as far as you can see. They look
like solid cases, wear like solid cases, and
are solid cases for all practical purposes-yet
only cost about half as much as an out
and-out solid gold case. Warranted to
wear for 40 years; many in constant use
torthlrty years. Better than ever since they
are now fitted, at no extra cost, with the great
bow (ring) which cannot be pulled o, twisted
off the case-the
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Letter List,

Letters remaining uncalled for in the Ma
poleon postoffice for the week ending Jan.
25, 1892.
Ida Scott, Msnda Lareman, Mary Estes
Baum, Clara Addams, Ida Holler, Laura,
Miuns Spires, Edward Single, J. O. Jack
son, james Biglou, Ed. Bodea, James Jones,
Persons calling for the above letters will
please say they we're advertised and give
date. GxoRaE RUSSELL, Postmaster.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
THE SENSATIONAL

Olle Hall Gue WOflu, III is
said, creates surprise and di-
version for the other half.
And then the first half by re-
-alizing its work, finds amuse-
ment, recreation and food for
thought. And thus we all are
entertained and find life rob-
ed of its gloomy aspect. Then,
taking this view of it, the "sen-
sational' is not always to be
condemned. In many cases
a surprise is often termed SEN
sational, but this is not to be
commended, for many object
to the term.
We can cite to you many
surprises that partake of the
sensational phase and which
are good and wholesome sur
prises, too, doing nobody any
harm, instead everybody a
large portion Of good, but
space forbids us mentioning
any other than those given by
Saur & Balsley year after year
in the shape of rare bargains.
At the end Of each season
this firm studies the wants of
its immense patronage, and,
comparing them with the mar
ket, are enabled to keep con-
sstantly surprising the adjacent
country with new assortments
at ever reduced prices.
As the winter season is near.
idg its close, Saur & Balsley
have marked all goods down to
the lowest notch so that the
stock will not have to be car
ried over. 1t is by making
this kind of warfare on prices
that this firm has ever been
able to meet its patronage
with new stock as each sea-
son opens. From now until
spring you can get at almost
your own price anything in
plush goods, toilet sets, books
and stationary. albums, fancy
cards for teachers, knick-
knacks, ETC., etc. This class
of goods MUST go, even if at a
sacrafce.
With the opening of spring
when improvements is in or
der everywhere, you will find
this house desirable headquar-
ters for the best paints and
oils, wallpaper and window
shades, a very little amount of
money sufficing to purchase
all you need to re-beautify the
home, Especially is attention
called to the John W. Masury
paints which have never been
known to fail in test. Wall
paper is in stock and consists of
more lovely shades and designs
than ever.
In Drugs and Patent Medi-
cines there is no necessity to
recommend Saur & Balsley as
they are recognized as leaders
and head and shoulders above
ol1 oomoo+;+ors =, 4L;a H.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
rheumatism Cured in a Day.

"Mystic Cure" for Rheumatism and Neu-
ralgia radically cured in to days. Its &C
tion upon the system is remarkable and mys
terious. 1t removes at once the cause and
the disease Immediately disappears. The
first dose greatly benefits. rs cents.
Sold by d. j. Humphrey, druggist, Napo-
leon, 0. jan 26-6m
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Highest of all in Leavening Power-Latest U. - eport
RH!a!:!!:!!: "a: BskiRs Bs&dss'.
ABSOLUTELY PURE

in the mill yards here; the logs sent
abroad will net the firm 5000 per thou
sand feet, so it will be seen that while
the walnut has been, expensive to the
Cohen dealers, it will be much more
so to our foreign brethren.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26

General Supt. Hayes, of the Wabash, says
the telegraphers we're not discharged be-
cause they were members of the Union, but
that the company discharged them for cause.
1t is reported that the "cause" was a non
reply to an inquiry he had sent out to the
men,
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
NERVOUS DISEASES

of all kinds can be permantly cured. Read a
startling medical revelation in the Safe
guards of Life, leatherette bound book of
nearly 200 pages, illustrated with numerous
plates and engravings. This remarkable
book will be sent free to readers of the
NORTHWEST sending 6 cents in stamps for
postage. to D. Kalkhoff, Toledo, Ohio, or by
calling at hisof6ce, surgery and laboratory,
505, 507 and 609 Summit street. If
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26

We have Six different styles of mems fine
cashmere suits worth SIG 90; your choice for
e1.5O. Mems heavy cashmere suits worth
10. 30 for S7.OO. D. J. WILSON.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
Fair Dates.

Thursday, Friday and Saturday, the 8. 9
and 10th Of February are the dates of the
Band Fair. Good entertainments will be
given each evening.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26

The Solo Club contemplate a sleigh
ride to WauseOn on next Monday
evening.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
ADVERTISING RATES.

Abll usiness locals, If inserted among pure reaG-
ng mat 10 cents per line for first insertion and
$ cents per line for each additional insertion.
Business Locals, when inserted under the mead
fBusiness Locals, cents per line for each in
ertion.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26

The balance of our stock of furs at les
than first cost. d, & J, W1soN's.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26
|ll|g!l!!llSlI
5
Can only be had on the cases
slammed with this frads r,erL

All others have the old-style pull-out Bow,
which is only held to the case by friction,
and can be twisted of with the fingers.
Sold only through watch dealers. Ask to
see pamphlet, or send for one to the makers.
KeystoneW Case Co..
PHILADELPHIA.
Democratic Northwest. [volume] (Napoleon, Ohio) 1869-1894, 1893-01-26

VIM. Schroeder and Ricka Wesha.
Gilbert Emaheiser and Orient Goodell.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-06-24
Other improvements


Book collecting il a fine art, said c. w
Ernst to me the other d"y. In the fine
arts there are few great masters, and most
of them get wrecked when they try to col
lect books y few years ago the rich col
lectors boughG Dibbiu'- and lost money
heavily The fact Is, Dibbin commanded
high prices but he did not give high values.
The first rulc Of good book collecting Is
limitation: the second rule j. infinite pains;
the third rule is money. Even the Boston
public library il not Il perfect reference Ii
brarv Why not? They have undertaken
too much-English novels, Egyptian an
tiuuities, French folklore, medieval oddi-
ties. The result is they have nothing COM
plete not even Boston or Massachusetts
matters.
ITO make u collection valuable 1t must
be complete. To make it complete the Gel
Iector must limit himself to some special
field The one great thing to collect, at all
hazards, at any cost and with infinite pains,
is home information. The names of our
streets, the history of our local government,
the topography of the town we live in, To-
cal institutions, churches, schools, news
papers. and, above all, the law. The man
who collects and knows home law Will be
n good citizen, and the man true to home
matters will be true to his state and coun-
try A miscellaneous collection of books is
likely to do more harm than good. Dos
ton Globe
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-06-24

There was music by the Gable band,
an address of welcome by Mr.. Will
son, and speech by 5. W. Searie.
1t was grand day and grand time
was had by all present.
Hon j. w. Stewart, one OF the
Oldest attorneys in Davenport, this
week celebrated his Goth birthday
Mr. Stewart is one OF the
best known and most Popu-
lar citizens of Scott county, and
it has been suggested that the CUB
ernatorial chair of Iowa, would be
considered none too high for him, by
his friends throughout the state.
Officer Long this morning arrested
a stranger who had in his possession
"A pair of new shoes which were not
mates The fellow gave his name as
Edward Wright, and as both of the
shoes were rights, the officer consid-
cred there was something wrong. 1t
was afterward shown that the shoes
were taken from Dolly Bros, on
Twentieth street. Mr.. Wright awaits
further developments at police head
quarters.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-06-24
How Stations Have Grown.

Recalling railroading one of our citizens
remarked how odious he used to consider
the ride up the lower road 20 years ago
with its numerous stops. Yet in those
days there We're only 10 stations, while now
there are 27 if we have not missed a few in
the count. Then the first station out from
Philadelphia was Angora, while now that
is the fourth or fifth. In those days all
the braking was done by hand. At some
stations the cars would stop all right and
everybody would be happy. At others the
train would run past the station and would
have to go back Then there would be a
racket between the engineer and brakemen
as to whose fault it was, and real hard
words would pass.
With the present mum Der of stations they
would have to commence to back before
they left one station in order to haul up in
time for the next. The length of the road
is given at ~ miles and fraction. This
makes an average of about station to the
mile We have way of endeavoring to
avoid those trains which make all the stops.
West Chester (Pa.) Record
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-06-24
The Kaiser's Happy Thought.

According to q German contemporary,
the placing of the motto, Memo me i'm
pune lacessit,'' by the Emperor William
under the portrait he sent to the Minister
Friedberg was due to an accidental Incl
dent The emperor only learned OF his
birthday on the very day when Friedberg
had completed his eightieth year Meet
ing the latter on that day at some court
ceremony, the emperor exclaimed: What
YOU never even told me! l must hear 1t by
accidentr Then raising his finger in MOCK
warning, he added, THAT must not go I'M
punished - and the same day the portrait
was sent with an inscription.
Rock Island daily Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1886-1893, 1893-06-24

It has L-@.- Sci o. TT..al-c is lad tc he
good art.cr.>J LIZ. 4 represoIltAtl. = = t.
Prr:sssiiln goTsG,- -Ie--- i-e'i CT & c-c-- a.
trologer the proper time to pick Il quarrel
with France After carefully comparing
horoscopes OF high officials, be answered
that any hour in the afternoon as near as
Dossible midway between the 9th and 14th
of July, 1870.
On the IL of July William snubbed Ben
edetti, the French emissary, and on the 18th
friendly relations ceased.-Edgar Lee In
Arena.