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Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Killed and Injured.
up.

1t appears from the report of the Inter
state Commerce Commission that 1850
railroad employees were killed and 26, lao
injured in railroad accidents during the
year. OF these Ais were killed and 9,431
injured while coupling or uncoupling
cars, and 59S were killed and 8, l91 injured
by falling from trains and engines. These
two classes of casualties claimed the
largest number of victims, which fact
lends force to the recommendation of the
commission that railroad companies be
compelled by law to adopt train brakes
and automatic couplers and to provide
some safeguard against falling from
moving trains.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Pultney Township Pixies.

The dissatisfaction over the construc-
tion of the Pultney township pixies ap-
pears to be increasing, if the mutterings
heard count for anything, and the people
are charging that they are paying for
more than they are getting The Com
missioners meet in Bellaire to-day
"wednesday to hear complaints, and it
is probable some pointed questions in
reference to the manner of constructing
and experimenting the pixies will be
propounded. There have been those who
have placed the charge of inattention to
duty against Engineer Dawson, and that
certain faulty work was allowed to pass
with his knowledge. 1t is not improba-
bic that an investigation will be ordered;
if true, to prove the truth of the assertion;
if false, in justice to the Engineer The
subject is of interest to the whole county,
in that the county has to pay for the
bridges and culyerts. If the county has
been paying first-class work price for
inferior work, the taxpayers want to
know it.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Jurors for Spring Term.

The Sheriff and Clerk of Courts on
Monday, drew the Grand and Petit Ju-
ries for the Spring term of Court, begin
ming on February Z:
Grand Jury, to appear February =
David Pangle, Goshen; W. 5. Carroll, ].
l.. Fawcett, Bellaire; G. T. Amber
Mead: Mechem Moore, Wayne; E. :.
Ely. Robert Haney, Joseph Steer, War
ren; Smith Branson, Thomas Kirk,
Flushing: James a. Gray, Robert Coss,
]. L. Richie, Pease; p. c. Ayers, Kirk
wood, John Caldwell, Wheeling.
Petit Jurors. TO appear February s.
John Shry, Wayne; J. A. Patterson. T.
E. Bolon. Goshen; Geo. c. Giffen, W. K.
Thomas. Pease; J. j. Murphy, A. Pium-
mer, W Warren; John Marsh, ST.. Bellaire;
Asbury Kirk, Flushing; T. {. Kirkland,
Mead; George Ward, KirkwOod: VIM.
Shepherd, Union; T. W. Armstrong,
Washington; Frank Amos, Colerain; J..
/. West, Somerset; John Christy, Rich-
land
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Death of DR.. Cooke.

Dr. John Cooke, died at his home in
Bridgeport on Friday afternoon. Al
though he had been ill, has death was
sudden and unexpected. A few weeks
ago, while in Kansas City, he fell down
stairway and struck his elbow, infiict-
ing bruise which developed into erysip-
elias, and this disease went to his heart
producing death. He was born near
New Athens, and was 90 years of age.
He was an ardent Democrat, and served
as postmaster at Bridgeport, under
Cleveland, and was again a candidate for
that position. His funeral took place
on Sunday. Interment at LinwOod.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Marriage Thursday.

Miss Cora b. Palmer will be married to
Mr.. L Frank Hatcher, Thursday evening,
at the residence OF the brides parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. r. W. Palmer, north of
Louisville A large number of guests
will be present, and the ceremony will be
performed by Rev. Petty Miss Palmer
is an accomplished young lady, well
known and popular in her neighborhood.
Mr. Hatcher is a native of this county,
but is now a successful young farmer Of
Iowa. THE CHRONICLE desires to be re-
membered as among the many friends,
who will wish the young couple unbound
ed happiness.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
The Tax Inouisitor.

The Bellaire Independent notes the
; fact that there is some dissatisfaction
over the employment of Mr.. Bowman, OF
New Lisbon, as tax inquisitor for two
years. 1t is naturally to be expected that
persons who have been "pinched' by the
said inquisitor would not look kindly on
his business. but when all men become
strictly honest and return all their prop
erty to the assessor, then will there be no
business for an inquisitor. Until that
time let us have the inquisitor, if the Au-
ditorneglects that branch of the business,
whether he comes from the county or not
However the Independent may be right
in saying that two years is longer en-
gagement than is necessary or proper.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Sale of Kentucku Horses.

Through DIR. Estep, of Louisville, we
are informed of the sale of sixty head of
the finest bred saddle horses ever offered
in Kentucky. These horses are owned
by John T. Woodford, of Mt. Sterling, 80
miles east of Lexington, and will be sold
on February 8. All these horses are
saddle bred and gated. This is kind
of horse never introduced in this county,
and should be sought after by those de-
string saddle horses. DIR. Estep will at
tend the sale with view of purchasing
Forest Denmark, or one of his sol for
use in this county. If any one wants to
purchase any of these horses he can do
so at fair price through DIR. Estep DIR.
Estep will take pleasure in showing you
the catalogue, or it can be seen at this
office and your horse selected.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Not Enough Coal.

Everyone has been using at least
twice as much coal as usual said a
dealer few days ago. "At our mines
we can not get out enough to supply the
extraordinary demand. Most of our coal
goes to Cleveland, where it commands a
price second to but one other coal in the
market. Near by points are clamorous
FOR fuel. Last week we could send only
two car loads to st. Clairsville, and if the
present weather hangs on somebody is
apt to go cold"
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Retired From the Bench.

The Atchison, Kas., Champion in speak
ing of the retirement of Judge r. NJ. Eaton
from the bench says. Robert NJ. Eaton,
the retiring judge has not only the re-
spect and confidence of the bar of the
county and state, but of the people, as
well. Being young man of great ener-
gy and ability, and wide experience, he
will renew the practice of his profession.
with a future before him, The Champion
believes, as bright as that of any man in
the west. The Judges old friends in Bel
mont will note with pleasure the high
opinion in which he is held.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
A Stranee Persecution.

Recently an intem went the rounds OF
the newspapers to the effect that Miss
Della Speakman had been willed a small
fortune by J. C. Marshall of Minerva, be-
cause she bore the name of his deceased
wife. The matter has been pronounced
a hoax, and worse than all, is said to be
one of series of prosecutions which the
Speakmans have undergone for the past
three years, they having received anon
ymous notes, had cattle poisoned, etc.
1t is said detectives will endeavOr to
clear up the case.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Teachers Smelling

Eighty-tive teachers entered a spelling
contest at teachers institute, and only
five spelled Rensselaer," correctly. "Ac-
acknowledgement was misspelled by 63, or
about "A per cent. of the entire number
of contestants. 'Supersede" was mis-
spelled by 5S contestants; ''resuscitate"
by 81; excellence" by 56; benefited" by
5S; business" by 80: medal and 'man
tenance" by 40 each: "milliner' by 4S;
"pretentious" and gaseous" each by 43,
and ''concede" by 40. That is, each of
these words was missed by over one-half
of the contestants.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
SHORT STORIES.
Richland Township Teachers Meet
ing Last Saturday.
A Brief Report of the Days Doings Sup
posed Russian Nobleman Killed
on the Railroad, Etc.

The Richland Fownshisp Teachers
meeting was held at Beech Hill School
house, on Saturday last. The attendance
was small owing to the condition of the
roads and severely cold weather Mr.. T
X. MeGlenn gave talk on Arithmetic,
urging the necessity of securing accura-
cy and rapidity of work He gave a
number of devices for shortening the
work. many of which were new to the
teachers present. He advised placing
the dollar sign and the divisor on the
right instead of the customary way. He
favored the teaching of mental arith-
him to be master of the subject of arith-
metic. and We're greatly enjoyed by those
present. Mr. Stewart was afraid some of
the methods, by differing from the text
books, might confuse the pupils. Mr..
Morgan spoke of his experience as pu-
pill aud teacher, and advises the use of
supplementary work. Mr.. Hammond
thought the pupils should be Taught only
such short cuts" as they could under
stand. Discussion was further contin
ued by Miss Nina Morgan, and MeSsrs
Taggart Dixon and Porterfield
J. o. Dixon opened the discussion on
Discipline. He thought the teacher should
be model of order and discipline him
self, should not ride hobbies, should use
the natural punishments where any were
needed, and should consider the motives
of the transgressor when Furnishing. The
discussion was continued by all present.
The Superintendent returned the ex
animation manuscripts, and expressed
himself as well pleased with the results
of the first examination. Messrs. Dixon
and Taggart spoke in praise of the meth
cd of conducting examination and the
effects upon their schools.
Adjourned to meet at Great Western |
in five weeks. Patrons urged to attend. |
The thanks of the teachers from dis |
lance are due to Mr. Taggart for his |
kindness,
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
IN COMMON PLEAS COURT.
Some CT the Ecw Gases Filed Wi.k
Clerk Davies.
Suits For Damage-To Recover on Promis-
sorry Notes and a Variety of Other
Actions at Law.

Petitions in the following new cases
have been filed in the Office of Clerk Da-
vies within the last week:
Charles Rosser has entered suit against
the Village of Barnesyille to recover
on paving contracts to the amount of
Sl2,I36.51. In his petition he alleges that
he entered into a contract to furnish all
the material and perform all the labor to
pave a portion of Main street, at SI.2711SS
per cubic yard. That he completed the
contract according to specifications, and
that there is due him on this SS0905l.
He also alleges that by change of con-
tract he was required to lay inches of
broken stone as bed, and this work was
worth Si0i6OO And further he AYERS
that he entered into another contract to
pave another portion of Main street. He
had delivered $1,000 brick, and made
other necessary preparations when the
defendant declared the contract null and
void. and refused him permission to COM
plete the same, by which breach of con-
tract he was damaged in the sum of
$1,000 and for the whole amount he asks
judgment.
VIM. Warnock alleges that he entered
into verbal contract with Thornton A.
Rodefer to cut and saw timber, and on
that contract there still remains unpaid
the sum of $500; also that his men
performed other services for Rodefer
amounting to $40, and for the full
amount, $40, he asks judgment.
To recover on promissory note for
S4OO J. b. Smith brings suit against
Thomas Jacobs and Others.and in default
of payment asks that the premises be
advertised and sold under the terms of a
mortgage.
For selling liquor to her husband in
defiance of the proper notice given to the
clerk of the township, Rose Leonard files
her petition in a suit against Philip
Dorsch and Others, asking damages in
the sum of $1,000.
Fielder Rucker alleges that he has en-
joyed a good reputation as citizen of
Belmont county, until Lind!ey BrdckeD
averred that some one broke into his
cellar, and that he (Bracken) tracked the
miscreant to Rucher's door, and there
used words in the presence OF others,
which conveyed the impression that
Rucher was thief, and guilty of the
crime of burglary. On account of this
as set forth. Rucher claims to have been
damaged in the sum of 5000.
For services rendered in the perform
anceloe general housework and caring for
VIM, Warnock in sickness, Jennie Me-
Kirahan brings suit against John Work
man, as administrator of VIM. Warnock,
decd, asking judgment in rhe sum of
Sl06I
Ellen ]. Whittle wants divorce from
her husband, John Whittle, on account
of gross negligence.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
The Last Rites.

The funeral of Samuel Geller, Sr., took
place, as announced, on Friday after
noon. The services were conducted by
Rev. Robt Alexander, ID. D., and music
was furnished by a male quartette. The
attendance was large, for such unfavora
BILE weather g. A. R. Post, of which the
deceased was member. commanded by
Colonel J. f. Charlesworth. attended in
body.
1t is rare that people live to the age of
Mr.. and Mrs. Geller as man and wife
they having been married for over 80
years
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Rarnesville After It.

There is quite a movement among
Barnesville people and others along the
line to have the Walhounding Valley
railway extended front Coshocton through
this county, following Salt Fork Greek
and on via of Barnesville to interest the
o. r. R. at some point on the Ohio Riv-
er. 1t is claimed continuous and ex-
tensive coal field will thus be opened and
developed Barnesville enthusiasts pro-
pose to offer good bonus in cash and
the right of way to procure this import
ant result.-Cambridge Jeffersonian.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Those Who Received Statements.

Some weeks ago we mailed statements
of accounts on subscription to a large
number of subscribers. Some have ia
vored us with a remittance, but more
have not 1t takes money to run news
paper, and we did not send out these
statements for the mere pleasure of doing
it. We hope those who received bills,
but have not yet acknowledged them.
will do so at once by enclosing remit
tance, if not for the full amount, for a
part of it. Please do not neglect this
matter. Those were not favored with
statements also have permission to pay
I'm
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
A Slow Train.

A passenger train on the B. z. & e.
last week consumed two days in going
from Woodsfield to GAINESVILLE, a distance
of 75 miles. First broken rail Was
struck and the train left the track. 1t
took about day to geti back on and by
that time the engine had no water in its
boiler. Snow was melted, the boiler
filled and the train started on. 1t struck
snow drifts and met with other mishaps
so that it arrived at GAINESVILLE 4S hours
late.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
EMMA REBEKAH RICE.
uniontown School.

Report of UniOntOwn School for the
month ending, January l3, 1898: Enroll
ment, 46; per cent of attendance, 81;
number tardy, s; truancy, 0; cases of
corporal punishment, 0; visitors, 81. The
following pupils were perfect in attend
ance: Olive Carpenter, Mary Carpenter,
Mary Grimes, Flora Grimes. Edna Huff,
Grace Huff, Eva Huff, Mabel Price,
Maggie Snedeker, Walter Carpenter, Ora
Gilham, Calvin Grimes, Chi Hacket, Joe
Hackett, JUNIOR Hackett, Will Hunt,
Chal Nolan, James Price, Joe Snedeker,
Cloyd Workman.-21.
The interest manifested by patrons in
the school is worthy of especial com
mendation We hope this interest may
continue to grow.
j. G. TAGGART, Teacher.
=
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Row Over a Bonus.

A row is on at Cambridge in regard to
paying out a $4,000 bonus for new
iron mill. Persons there have enjoined
the town from selling the bonds to raise
the money, and much bad feeling has
been engendered. From the experience
of other towns in like matters, the citi-
zens of Cambridge may some day be
glad that the injunction was issued. 1t
does not pay to get industries in that
way.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Marriage Licenses.

The following marriage permits were
issued by the Probate Judge during the
week ending Tuesday:
John 5. Willis and Lottie Thompson.
John Harris and Mary E. Gilham.
Cassius C.Shepherd and Katie K. Ayers
Eugene L. Israel and Ella NJ. Landers
Wm Hickenoottom and Rosa Street.
Calvin G. Todd and Flora Anderson.
Isaac F. Hatcher and Cora B. Palmer
James NJ. Norman and Minnie J. Nc
Elroy
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
PERSONAL MENTION.
Pertinent Points About People Who Come
and Go

and Go.
w. B. Gilmore went Monday te
Washington, Pa, where he has accepted
position in a real estate and insurance
office Mr. Gilmore will be missed as a
citizen. and by his employers here as a
careful and attentive business man.
Miss Georgia Alexander, of Raven
ma, O., is at home on visit.
Miss Mary Baldwin, of Loydsville
was visiting friends here the latter part
of last week
deputy Treasurer Kirk and wife,
were at Flushing last week, at the bed
side of Mr. Kinks father, who was not
expected to live. Mrs. Kirk is still at
Flushing
-Chas W. Troll went to Canton We'd
nesday.
Joseph Harris, of Huntingdon, W.
Va. was in town Saturday and Sunday.
DR. A IL. Hewetson attended the
funeral of Dr. Cook at Bridgeport Mon
day.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
MARRIAGE.

Last weeks CHRONICLE mentioned the
marriage of Josiah C. Merritt and Re-
becca ). Fravil At monthly meeting
to be held at Plainfield on the 10Th, the
day will be appointed for this marriage,
and it will be solemnized at the close of
"a meeting for worship, held by the mem
.bers and invited guests. Those who have
attended this place of worship will be
welcome
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
The St. cla:rsville Institute.

As before announced, Wednesday and
Thursday February 10Th and 18th are the
dates of the Farmers Institute to be held
at this place. The program so far as
completed is excellent, ant the energetic
management is making every effort to
complete entertainment ever presented
in this place to farmers and citizens
generally
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
York Township Teachers.

York Township Teachers Association
will meet at Powhattan, Jan. 2S, 1893
Following is the program for the meeting:
Diacritical marks When, How and
Why? Miss Zona Dorsav Discussion-C.
E. 1,uble. How to teach Geography p
Miss Roberta Barrett. Discussion-H.
Wise. Fractions-MissS 5. NJ. Timberlake.
Discussion-J E. Bigger. Contestin Spell
ing-W. L. Barre. EULA FISH, Sec'y.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

Put sweet potato in jar of water,
leaving about one third of the potato out
of the water, and it will sprout, making
pretty vines for decoration. The jar with
contents can be concealed, and many
will not recognize what the vine is, as it
is much more delicate when grown in
doors.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
To MilliRan.

Misanthrope Milligan challenges THE
CHRONICLE toacontest of mud-slinging
THE CHRONICLE declines to prostitute
its columns and to insult the deceney of
its readers by publishing the Nissan
thrope's biography. THE CHRONICLE
said to him personally what it desired to
say, and it will again cheerfully lay the
details before him at any time he
may desire, or will if he opens his paper
to it, gladly furnish him abundant copy.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Institute at Flushing.

The Flushing Farmers Institute will
be held on Wednesday and Thursday,
January 25th and Goth. Flushing has
held very successful Institutes in former
years, and may be depended upon to pre-
sent to all who attend this year another
valuable and entertaining program.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
A Religious Weeklv.

We call the attention of our readers to
the announcement of the Pittsburgh
Christian Advocate, in another column.
The Advocate is the official organ and
home paper of the NJ. Z. Church in this
locality, and should be patronized by all
Methodists who who wish to keep in
formed in matters pertaining to the
Church of their choice Price has been
reduced to Sl.50 per year Send for
sample copy.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Uncle Toms Cabin.

RUSSELL Il CHRIsTIE's Uncle Toms
Cabin show is billed for the Court House
Hall, next SaturdaySevening. They car
~ with them the full quota of blood
hounds and donkey's, and also have an
excellent band Everybody knows what
Uncle Toms Cabin is, and the show will
doubtless pack the house on Saturday
nj
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

GEORGE KEENAN, lectured at Wheel
ing Tuesday evening. on the Convict
Mines of Eastern Siberia. kennan was,
when young man, a telegraph operator
1T Wheeling
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

HARRY BoRoFF, on the strength of
recommendation by prominent sport
ing paper administered dose of a tea
spoonful OF arsenic to dog afflicted with
mango. The dog will not have the mango
again or any other disease.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
rhe Controxersu settIad.

The arbitrs4ars to whom was left the
adjustment of the controversy between
Colonel Poorman and ex-Secretary of
State Ryan in reference to the division
of the $1,000 fees, on Tuesday, decided
the matter by awarding Colonel Poor
man three fourths of the amount, and
Secretary Ryan one-fourth.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

THE County Farmers Alliance met at
Bellaire Saturday, Robert McKelvey pre-
siding and J. A. Wiley acting us Secretary.
A resolution was passed declaring oppo
sition to the Workman bill. The after
noon session was held behind closed
doors.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

AN effort is being made to obtain a
pardon for R. G. McGaughey, the attor
ney who was sent to the penitentiary
about two years ago for uttering for
gerry. He was sent for three years.
Hon j. e. Heinlein is interested in the
case.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

AN assessor in Guernsey county wrote

AN assessor in Guernsey county wrote
the following to the County Auditor,
says the Cambridge Herald: Il ronge-
fully assest Mr.. in regard to a dog
that was at his house at the time l assest
his property last year 1891 In the first
place the dog did not belong to him, the
dog Was aold blind of one eye had fits
was worth nothing and died in very
short time after assest and / wish his
money to be refunded to him."
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

WHILE hunting last week Geo. Pepin
captured something of a monstroslty IL
the shape of a three-legged rabbit. III
jefferson county, back of SteubenViiie'
The animals leg had evidently been shol
off by,a hunter. close to the body; out
there could scarcely be any evidence OF
the leg ever being there.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

JEwErT, Harrison county, has a ghost
in the school ground, sometimes spiritual
and headless and again throwing brick
bats at those who molest him. A show
er of boulders from the visitors might re-
veal the identity of the spook.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19
Weather Lies

at Morgantown, w. Va, last week, the
ice was reported to be twenty feet thick.
The river was said to be frozen solid to
the bottom, the snow to be thirty-six
inches deep on the level, and most of the
country roads to be buried under ten
feet of Snow.
Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1893-01-19

A PETITION has been forwarded to
Washington asking that the name of the
Post office at the Children's Honie be
changed from Tacoma to Olney, to con-
form to the name of the station.