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The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
The FIRST TRoTTER.
rhe Gentleman From the Home OF tho
Horse Promuigatos Few Facts.

rhe Gentleman From the Home OF tho
Horse Promuigates Few Facts.
"one reason" remarked the colonel
to a company of interested listeners,
that we raise better horses in Ken
tucky than are raised anywhere else on
earth, is that we not only have the
water that makes bone because of the
lime that Is in it. and the finest grass
in the world but we have all over
the Blue Grass region, where the great
horses come from, an elevation of a
thousand feet and more above the sea,
which gives just the right kind of air
for a horse to breathe to become the
right kind of a horse. Did you ever
hear OF really great horse bred and
born at sea level?
And speaking OF horses" continued
the colonel, How many of yon know
when the first trotting horses-thats
the kind | take to market-made
their appearance in this country, or in
any country for that matter? OF
course, there have always been trottinG
horses, for that is the animals natural
gait. but l mean trained trotting
horses Well, the father of trotting
horses in the United States, and gen
orally, for the trotting horse may be
said to have originated in the
United States, was Messenger,
thoroughbred imported from Eng
land, in 1888, at the age of eight
years, and for twenty years thereafter
at the stud in the neghborhood of
Philadelphia and New York. He was
n gray horse, with a long pedigree,
which included some of the best Eng
lish strains as well as Arabian, from
which he probably took his color. He
had a numerous progeny by thorough
breds and cold-bloods, and almost in
variaby these latter produced horses
which showed the trotting instinct, and
strangely, too, the sons of his thor
oughbred sons showed the same trot-
ting quality. 1t took some time how
ever, for the trotter to get off of the
road, and divide turf attraction with
the thoroughbred, but it was bound
to come, and in the year 1918, ten years
after Messengers death, the first public
trotting race, of which there is any
record in the United States took place,
when the gray gelding Boston Blue,
was matched to trot a mile in three
minutes, feat deemed at that time to
be impossible. All the same, the geld
ing went the mile in less than three,
though what the figures were nobody
knows, as records were not kept then,
n q fhev arc powv
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
simple Subtraction,

An Irlshfman was hauling water In
barrels from small river to supply the
inhabitants of the village, which was
not provided with waterworks. AS he
halted atsthe top of the bank to give a
blow" before proceeding to peddle the
water, gentleman of the inquisitive
type rode up, and after passing the
time of the day, asked;
How long have you been hauling
water for the; village, my good
MANI"
Tin years or more, sor," was the re-
ply.
"Ah! and how many loads do you
make day?"
From tin to fifteen, accordin' to the
weathar, sor"
'Yes. Now, l have one for you, Pat"
said the gentleman, laughing. "How
much water have you hauled altogeth-
err"
The Irishman jerked his thumb in
tho thirection of theriver, at the same
time giving his team the hint to start,
and replied:
"All the water that yez don't see
there now, sor'
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

A college professor, who prided him
self on his correct English, heard his
wife remark: Il intended to tell Jane
to bring fresh bucket of water"
You doubtless mean bucket OF
fresh water" corrected the professor
81 wish you would pay some attention
to your rhetoric. Your mistakes are
curious" A few moments later the
professor said:
My dear, that picture would show to
better advantage if you were to hang ii
over@he clock"
"Ah,' she replied, quietly, you
doubtless mean if l were to hang ii
above the clock. If l were to hang ii
over the clock we could not tell the
time. | wish you would be more care
full with your rhetoric, my dear, your
mistakes are curious"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
"smeete..t of tAe sweet.p.

Framed and hung Up in the Agricul-
tural Bank of Paris, KY, is a check
which was made payable to Sweetest
Of the Sweet" and so indorsed. Presi-
dent McClue Of the bank tells the story
of the check as follows:
Zone of our depositors recently gave
his, wife a check for $40, The check be-
ing regularly filled out and duly sign
ed, except that it was made payable
to Sweetest of the Sweet When the
lady presented the check for payment
innocently inquired:
Who. is this Sweetest of the
Sweet?"'
"Why, it's me- she replied.
81 told her to indorse the check,
which she did ard handed it back.
But, madam, | said, you must in
dor5e it just as drawn, to the Sweet
est Of the Sweet
Tshe snatched up the Zen and wrote
the words below the mime and | paid
The money"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
HENRY A. HICKS, G. NJ. W.
Picture Of tho New chief Chosen by the
Knights of Labor.

knights OF Labor.
Henry a. Hicks, of New York city,
who was elected at Louisville, Ky, by
the General Assembly of the Knights
Of Labor to succeed James Il. Sover-
eign, resigned, as General Master
Workman has been something of
conservative factor in that organiza-
tion, so much so that u til recently he
had been heard of but little in some
years. He Joined the knights OF La
Dor not long after 1880 and for time
was active in the councils of the order.
He was at an early day selected as
delegate to District Assembly 40. He
interested himself in the Henry George
campaign of 1886 and since then has
been, perhaps, known more as a Labor
Socialist than as a x. of l.. worker.
He Is at present National Committee
man FOR New York State in the Peo-
pies party His belief was in arbtra-
tion rather than the strike as a means
of settlement of the disputes arising
between capital and labor 1t is not
therefore surprising that the Knights
of Labor did not regard him, at the
time of his first prominence, as a pro
gressve." When the "progressives"
pushed their ideas forward he retired
from active participation in labor agi-
tation, but has come to the front
again recently.
Hicks is a native American, Is 45
years old and is married. His trade
is that of a stair builder and his pres
ent work experimenting the new
buildir gs. IL was cho ell to represent
the stairbuilders in District Assembly
253, X. of L., in 1887. as a Master
Workman. lie instigated a movement
for the consolidation of local assem-.
blies into a State assembly, and the
project was carried into effect later on.
In 1890 he was selected to succeed
George Warren as Master Workman OF
Building Constructors District Assem-
bly, 253. Afterward he became Presi-
dent of the State Congress of District
and Local Assemblies, Knights of La
Dor. He has been for a number of
years a delegate to the General Assem-
bly
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

Tea is an agreeable stimulant, quick
ening intellectual operations, removing
headache and fatigue and promoting
cheerfulness and a sense of well be-
ing. A cup of tea now and again is a
most refreshing and excellent thing,
but when it is used to excess the di-
gestiYe and nervous systems are espe-
cially affected. There is no doubt
that there are cases of dyspepsia caus-
ed by the inordinate use OF strong tea,
and it is also matter of common OBJ
servation that sleeplessness, palpita-
ton OF the heart, and nervous irrita-
bility often follow the prolonged and
excessive use of this beverage. People
who drink tea to excess are to be found
IN all classes o. society, and the fact
should be impressed upon such per-
sons that tel is not food and cannot,
therefore. Hithout risk to the health.
be substituted for articles of diet which
form 10th flesh and bone.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
ENERGY AND POWER.
a Vast Difference Between the Two, Say
The Engineer.

a Vast Difference Between the Two, Says
The Engineer.
A trolley wire conveys energy, not
power, from the power house to the
motor Of the electric car. The energy
thus conveyed performs no work ex-
cept in overcoming the resistance Of
the wire, till it reaches the motor,
wherein it is converted into power,
which is expended in the performance
Of work. The boiler of a locomotive
does not transmit power from the fur
na"e to the water in the boiler; it
transmits that form Of energy known
as heat; strictly speaking, the boiler
does no work. By figure of speech
we say boiler works we'll or ill.," as
the case may be; but. when we consult
our mechanical and thermodynomical
definitions, we find no warrant for say
ing that a boiler works, or that it
transmits power; what it transmits is
energy-a very different thing from
either power or work. The steam pipe
leading from the boiler to the steam
chest of an engine cylinder does not
transmit power; it simply transmits
the heat energy generated in the boil
er; only when the steam reaches the
cylinder and the piston moves, energy
is converted into work, which, when
quantitatively expressed in units of
work performed in specified time, is
power. On the other hand, rope trans
mission, belt transmission, shaft trans
mission, ETC., are, examples Of power
ransmission.-The Engineer.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
Ills Suspicious Action.

Now, Mr.. Beefy," coldly said the
handsome young widow, who was do
ing her own marketing, while am
fully conscious of the honor you wish
to confer upon me, must tell you that
have no present intention of marry
ing again, and am, therefore, COMPEL.
ed to refuse the hand yoh offer"
Bub-bub-but. Mum-Mrs. Hooks"
stammered the astonished butcher, 81
have never offered you my hand, and
--ah-"
Then, why are you trying to weigh
it on the scales with'th roast, sir?'
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
Oyster Cocktails.

For the housckeerer who wishes to
keep abreast of the times in culinary
ventures, oyster cocktails are COM
mended for sounding the keynote to
her dinner. Mix thoroughly six tea
spoonfuls each of prepared h1rseradish,
tomato catsup and vinegar; twelve
teaspoonfuls of lemon juice and onelof
Tabasco sauce. Put five small oysters
In each clarel glass or ice shell, pour
some of the dressing over, and serve
very cold. The above quantity will be
sufficient for a dozen plates.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
w,.hlns.on gave nnn MouthfnI Of CORN

Mrs. Sarah Terry of Philadelphia,
who is 1O5 years old, told this: rMy
father was with Gen. Washington in
the War of Independence, and was en-
gagged in the battles OF Trenton and
Monmouth. often heard him tell
how he asked Gen. Washington during
these engagements for something to
eat to appease his hunger. and how the
latter put his hand in his pocket, Civ
ing him mouthful of corn. My fath-
or had a brother, John Doron, who al
one time owned the greater portion OF
Redstone, afterwards known as Johns
tswp, Pa" rs
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
The statesnan.

The statesman.
He sits where the throng may behold
him, r-4
And pensively gazes on high,
And they say, as ,gloom seems to en-.
fold him.
inspiration is certainly nigh"
Then swiftly paper he seizes
And traces 1t over with ink,
And they echo, like whispering breezes.
Now watch him.; he's going 10
think"
And the shades Of the great seem to
hover
AS he. struggles to drain wisdom's
4 fount III; no
And they'll probably never discover
4 He's at work on his mileage ac-
count.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

'iss Quickstep-What part of town
an we driving through, Mr.. TibbleP
Fweddy-I haven't the least idea.
Miss Qulcksiep-I was aware of that
Still, | thought it possible you might
know what part Of town we are driving
through.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
What the Minister Said.

Helen Hunt, Chicago girl, found a
purse in church. and notified the pastor
that she had it, so IL anyone reported
the loss 1t could be returned. The next
Sunday the clergyman made the fol-
lowing announcement from the pulpit:
Someone lost a purse here last Sum
day evening, and il the owner wants
the property he can go to Helen Hunt
for it."
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
A Vital OneStlon.

The women of fashionable Congre-
gational Church in Cleveland, Ohio;
took their hats off before service Sun
day evening. and their pastor thanked
them from the pulpit for doing SO. All
good enough. But women the world
over will want to know what disposl-
lion was made of the hats.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
The Husbands Way.

She Cat the desk)-Dear, please tell
me how to spell costume. I'm writing
to mother about my lovely new gown. u
He-Well are you ready?
She--aYes, s
He-C-o-s-t, cost
She-ne ,gs
Ie-T-u-to-
She-Well?
He-M-e, me-s65, as yet unpaid.
She You're a wretch.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
One Advantage.

Some Satiscaction--Mrs Bridewell-
I'm glad | wasn't born in France. Just
think CT having your husband selected
for you by somebody else?" Mrs. Old.
ham-"I know; but there's the con.
ISOLATION of having somebody to blame
1t on to."-Judge.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
Cruel old Man.

He-Did you tell your father that
would kill myself if 1 couldn't have
you?
She-Yes.
He-What did he say?
She-He said that settled it. You
couldn't have me.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

Searchlights are now used to iliumi
nate at night the grounds of the New
Jersey State prison. to prevent the es-
cape of prisoners. 1t is reported To-
have been effective in preventing the
escape of prisoners in several instanc-
as
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

An oberlin President certifies that
During all my experiences as a pro-
fessor-27 years in all--I have never
observed any difference in the sexes as
to performance in recltation."3 The.
boys may now pluck UP courage. e.,
49, - .,~ -. = :
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

AT the recent reunion at Leavens
worth, Kan, local undertaken thought
he was showing the proper spirit when
he displayed a banneri in the window
with these words on it, Welcome,
comrades" - ~ ~
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
THO PLANT Of a stuhborn Juror.

An English juror once asked the
judge, after the verdict was returned.
whether the fact that he differed from
his eleven brethren justified their
knocking him down with a, chair!
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
LOGAN DIRECTORY.

" UtBr WORKS 'TIUSGeeS:-
John Uclyer ,Thos Rochester, ,Chas. Wight.
Cemetery Trustees:
Dr.. NH. Biosser,Z V. Raney j ohm E.Rauch.
Library Trustens:-
L.. ID. Vickers, / res, ]. B Dnllison, Sec'y,
IL wis Green. S IL. Bright, j. A. Smith.
Board of Education -
U. W. II. Wright, Pres DR.. Blosser, Sec'y,
q. w. Schwenke, Treas, l.. Warner
q. Nj. Bowlby, DIR. J. . IL Dye.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

FJIISICI1NAN ND SURGFON
Office in Dollison Block, Second
door East Of Court House, Logan
Ohio. Residence, West Main Street
near street leading to depot. a'rele-
|Dhone No. s.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
The Bcy Knew.

What is the worst thing about
riches?" asked schcolteacher OF a
boy. Their scarcity" he replied, and
was Immediately rewarded with a
prize. arfFg ~ EgNa3
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
Going West.

Allstrains ran daily except Sun
day. y3@5 ~ ~ q
Train No. 8 from the east ar
rivrs at 1928 p. m. T'''N..s'''@ @|'-
For rates, 'time' ofasrains and
other lnf9rmation calhontJ.C. Tart,
Agent. ..,.s.,.,A;.. ~. <.
Q. NJ. Bennett, Supt.
;,.5.eg f. M. Wilkinson, G.T.sA
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
TEACHERS 81.
Logan School Examiners, M eetings,

:, The Board OF Sch ool Extmi sers OF Logan
Vii age W n fhold reVnlnf meetings for 1he
Ex9m nation o app icants Feache rsD De rtifi.
cateSonthe fhrd " ednesday of February,
at the O1hcn ofthe Superintendent, In the
school Buildi lRof said Village. Examina.
Yons begin at $3.50 A. M. lstandPrdl a each
BY Order of BooGdo oCEx.J A. tfg.
~sGff&i- wv. IL. Wright Pres
,r,l X. u. RaSman. Clerk = =,
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
TOWNSHIP CLERKS.
CORPORATION CLERKS:

Observation-Disclosures. ....--......
Logan Observation-Disclosures. Jas l.. Martin
Lalrelville .......... .......... Jas S. Steel.
Murray City,. ............D David Hogan
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

A German scientist is of opinion that
women viii have boards some time in
the remote future.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

A physician who has given much
Thought TO the subject says that SC
long pGsthe- cycllst can breathe with
tie riouth SHUT. he is. certainly safe SO
far as heaTtstfain 10 concerned,
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

In Mexico CITY Hop Lee adyertises
an American res .aufant.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
. A Jaupdlcea View.

Il don't see why it should be deeiped
q disgrace, = the youthful bachelor re-
marked in the course OF the oonversa-
ticp, sfor a woman to ask man to
marry her. -
I'll. isn,tSa disgrace replied the ell
deFIy Maiden 'Idiocy IS misfor-
tune"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

U. b CHURCH.-Corner of Hunter and
Spring sire cts, w. H. Wright, pastor.
I p. M Glass meeting at 2:80 p. m. Prayer
meeting every Wednesday at p. m. Sab
bath School at $3.50 a. m. Y. p G. u. every
10 attend.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

FREE METHODIST CHU RCH.-Corner
of Hunter and Walnut streets. No resident
pastOr. Services Irregular.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

w EN- TO travel for responsible established
mouse In Ohio Salary $3.50 aud expenses
Position permanent. Reference Enclose
self-addressed stamped envclope. The
National Star Insura pce Bldg, Chicago
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

LUTHERAN TRINITY CHURCH.-Rev.
Paul Just Pastor. Services every other
sunday at 10 q, IN. and 7 p. IN Evening SER
vices always ia English. Morning services
changed about once in English, next in Ger
man. Supda School every Sunday $50 IA m.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22
CHURCHES.

METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
East Hunter street. n, w. Good past
or. Public worsh p ut 10 n. IN. and I p IN.
Sunday School 2p. m. Junior lie que 3 pm.
Epworth League p IN. Glass meetings9 a
m. Prayer meeting Thursday ID m.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1898-02-22

G. A. r., j, X Rochester Post No. 800
Harvey Stutz Com. Thomas Collins
,AdJntnnt Meets every Friday night at g.
A II. Hall, Centennial Block. u
The age-herald., 1898-07-10
The Women Who Wait.

From the Criterion.
 He went to the war in the morning
 The roll of the drums could be hearu' But he paused at the gate with his mothei' For a kiss and a comforting word. He was full of the dreams and ampltions That youth is so ready to weave And proud of the clank of his saore'
 And the chevrons of gold on his sleeVe' He came from the war in the evening The meadows were sprinkled Wltn shoW' The drums and the bugles were silent And the steps of the soldiers were SLOW. He was wrapped in the flag of hls country When they laid him away in the mold' With the glittering stars of captain
 Replacing the cheyrons of gold. With the heroes who sleep on the hillside He lies with a flag at his head But blind with the years of her weeplns' His mother yet mourns for her dead' The soldiers who fall in the battle
 May feel but a moment of pain, But the women who wait in the home
 steadS
 M ust dwell with the ghosts of the siain'
The age-herald., 1898-07-10
Miss Kate Smiths Dancing Party.

Last Friday evening Miss Kate Smith gave beautiful and delightful dancing party at the handsome home of her pa rents, Hon. and Mrs Addison G. Smith in Nineteenth street, South Highlands.
 The trees on the sidewalk and in the grounds were hung with Japanese lanterns and the parlors, halls and dining room were elaborately decorated with palms, Gut flowers, roses and lilies, and a profus- ion of red and white bunting was artis- tically draped about the windows and hoors. In the dining room the table was adorned with silver candelabra, cut glass and vases of splendid roses. Refreshments, delicious ices and cakes, were served Curing the intervals of the dance, and afi eyccllent orchestra added to the pleas- ure Of the evening.
 Miss Kate Smith, the lovely young hos tess, was gowned in a very pretty and becoming turquoise blue organdie with white lace trimming and collar and sash 6f wlfte satin ribbon. Mrs. Smith assisted fn receiving the young guests of her daughter, and wore a handsome pink or g&ndie, trimmed with pink satin ribbon.
 The younger society contingent was out In full force and enjoyed to a rare degree the very charming hospitality of MT. and
The age-herald., 1898-07-10

main at Lithia for some time.
 Mrs. R. D. Johnston left Friday for Nash- vile, and will be the guest for several days of Mrs. Margaret Webb of that city.
  Miss Alma Rittenberry has gone to Nash vile for a stay of several weeks with Mrs. George Starr and other friends.
 
 Miss Barber of Selma, who has been the guest recently of Miss Morton and the Misses Ehrman, left yesterday for hor home.
 Mrs. F. H. Buell. and Miss Edith Buell. left yesterday afternoon for Porter's Spring, Ga.
 The dance which was to have been given Friday evening at Lakeview by number of the popular beaux of the younger social contingent, was indefinitely postponed on account of Miss Kate Smiths party, which occurred on that evening.
 The following young ladies and gentle men, chaperoned by MT. and Mrs. $. T. Sparks, enjoyed delightful moonlight pie nic and dance at Avondale Park, Thursday evening" Misses Bettie Rootes, Memphis; Daisy Davis, Memphis; Arminta Cox, Sue Sparks, Aileen Sparks, Lena Jackson, Dol lie Wilson, Lottie Green; Messrs. J. E. lB, Newman Joe Green, Ben Talliferro, Will Hughes, Lovic Farley, Ben Ellis.
 
 Last Wednesday evening at ' o'clock MT. Thomas O'Hara, an employe of the Bir- mingham rolling mills, and Miss Nellie Beresford, a charming young lady of our city were married at St. Pauls Catholic church on Third avenue, Rev. Father O'Reilly officiating. Miss Nora Sullivan presided at the organ. Raracford brother nf the bride was best man. Miss Grace Broomall, of Elyton, was maid of honor.
 The bride was attired in white organdie with white ribbons and carried brides roses. The brides maid wore white organ die with pink ribbons and carried pink roses. After the ceremony reception was rendered the bride and groom at the resi- dence of the brides parents. The presents were handsome and numerous. MT. and Mrs. OHara are now at home to their friends on Tenth street and Second avenue. Prof. and Mrs. Willard J. Wheeler and
The age-herald., 1898-07-10

am acquainted with the of the wife of house painter in Brooklyn who had the m and confined to the house tor three She les state and suffered terribly with nausea
 happened friend had given Rpan Tabues to this ads indigestion and they did her good she thought she would them Mrs H feeling sure they did her good they would least do harm The patient hands of her physician but she neghbo noticed the change and asked about
 then said that she had changed her doctor and aughng added colored-chocolate color It thaas soon she began Tabue began mend The disappeared and she feel that the future still had days of sunshine in store for her.