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The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
wILLIArl HENRY RUPpEL.
A Leader at ths Bar-A Self Made
Mana Clear Headed Chris
tian Gentleman.


TT Is natural falling among the mass
~ es Of the human family TO look upon
their own lot as the hardest and most diff
ficult road Of life, and Is a common say
ing that if We keep even with others no
have started on this great voyage under
similar circumstances. that we have done
we'll. But rs We pass along We occasion
ally see some person who has driven over
and ahead Of those with whom he started
in life, and builded 0p ior himself a
foundation aud standing which make
him a recognized leader among men.
A man Of this kind is always bound To
receive the favorable consideration and
eulogistic mention of those who have
witnessed his struggles and admired his
get-up and snap.
No better example Of the above men,
toned character can We find in our bio
graphical sketches of SOmerset's most
able, worthy and representative citizens
than the honored and leading name Of
William Henry Ruppel, who is a native
of Maryland, of German parentage, lest
an orphan when an infant. and hOed his
own row aud carefully but surely laid the
foundation for broad noble manhood.
He was raised at Wellersburg, SOmer-
set county, attended the public schools in
winter and worked in the summer. At
tended normal schools and completed his
education under private tutorage. He
engaged IN school teaching when only a
boy. for then, as now, be was quick to
learn, possessed a splendid memory, re-
tanned every new idea and was a capable
and successful teacher long before he was
out of his teens. lie taught school
thirteen terms. his educational work
being performed in Somerset county aud
Mineral county, West Virginia
Upon his decision 10 devote his life 10
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
JOHN q. EMERT.

09UR present clerk to the Commits
" si)ners of Somerset County is
John G. Emert, who is now serving
his second term in that important and
responsible Office.
The Office of Clerk to the County
Commissioners is the most laborious
OF all in the public service of the
county, exaeting as it does the most
arduous service from its incumbent,
but Mr.. Emert bears up remarkably
under the continual wear and strain
incident to his position. Mr., Emert is
an example Of the typical farmer
boy" who wins position by pure merit
and strength of character He was
born in Somerset township on March
9th, 1867. His father, the late David
Emert, was prominent and successful
farmer. His mothers maiden name
was Elizabeth E. Walker Mr.. Enert
was educated in the public schools, and
later he attended the Somerset normal
schools He taught school nine con-
secutive terms. He has also ben a
successful merchant-an stock dealer.
In January, 1894, while a resident Of
Lincoln township, Mr.. Emert was ap-
pointed to the position he now occu-
pies, where he has distinguished him
self as an exceptionally accurate ae-
c9untant aud most efficient and ac-
eommodaling clerk.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
q. B. noU0fi. D. D. :.
A Successful DentiSt. skilIfuI
and Practical.

(f HE art Of dentistry is an important
~ factor in the welfare. health and
appearance az every community. and
loug continued practice Of the profession
Of certistry in any one locslily Is svi-
deuce Of good work aud Just dealing
DR.. Hoogh i a eradicate ~ the Indisra
t,snsai College class II Issf. and has hsen
IN sctive praetre ol hJs profession f'r
thirteen years in Somerset. Tie has stud
Jed every detail and mastered every new
idea. which makes him fully mp 10 date
dentist. and the high reputation which he
enjoys a. an expert, skillful dentist Is bat
the result Of years Of capable satisfactory
work among many Of the best families of
Somerset town and county. He IS aeare-
ful, painstaking gentleman. az whose
hands one can be assured Of skiilfui
treatment, with every effort being made
10 cause the least possible pain TO the pa
TENT DR.. Hough does all kinds OF dem
tistry, but makes a speciality OF preserv-
ing the natural teeth with gold aud other
filling aud crowns; does excellent bridge
and plate work. giving perfect tits. while
his plates are noted tor their beauty, their
comfort and their service. His prices are
always reasonable, and he Is the same
obliging, competent dentist he has al
ways been.
He cordially invites you to call and see
him. Above UhPs dry goods store.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
ISAAC SIMPSON.
Our Oldest Harness Dealer snd
Liveryman.

1T was away back in 1851 that Isaac
u Simpson opened up q little harness
shop in the town of Somerset He was
a native of the county and comes of
one of its pioneer families. He was a
practical harnessmaker, a good work
man and an industrious man, and soon
built up large trade. He now carries
a full line of sll kinds of harness and
horse dress goods, both of his own
make and custom made. He does all
kinds of repair work and is well and
popularity known to our people enjoys
good patronage and works as cheap
as any man in town.
The livery business which he also
conducts at his place on Patriot street
is probably the oldest livery establish
ment in town. This business was es
tablished in 1865, just as the white
winged messenger Of peace was spread
ing her snowy wings DER this great
and reunited country. and has beer
successfully carried on for one-third o.
century by our popular liverymaD
Isaac Simpson, who always keeps OF
hand a good line Of buggies and har
ness, number nf nice drivers, and i
prepared to, and d ,es, supply his Gus
TONERS with as nice outfits as the tow
affords, and at reasonable prices
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
s. ]. nsmILL.AN. 0. D. s.
An Up-To-Date Dental Surgeon
Who Thoroughly Understands
His Profession.

nENTISTRY, though an old, time,
honored profession, has been
revolutionized in the lest few years by
men whose advanced ideas and practi-
cal operation Of new methods of dental
surgery, have educated the people to
higher appreciation of the dental pro-
fession than the mere pulling out Of
teeth.
DIR. Mcmillan is one Of the leaders Of
this new class of modern dentists. He
makes a speciality OF the preservation
Of the natural teeth, is thoroughly ia
milisr.with their anatomy and hygiene
aud knows exactly how to treat tooth
in order 10 give it greatest strength and
durability.
The Doctor also takes a pride in do
ing hne crown and bridge work. He
is one of those dentists whose thought
ful care, whose honesty OF purpose and
whose thorough knowledge of how to
perform the most diff eolt and trying
operations give him the confidence
nj e TEEN of our best people. There is
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03

Democratic nominee for Congress and
turned normal Republican majority
Of !, 900 into Democratic majority of
$50 by his hard work and personal pop
ularity. He was the youngest man I'm
Congress when he entered, did able
service for his country and was re-
elected in 1864. He was offered third
nomination, but declined it for the
reason that his salary as member oI
Congress did not justify him in giving
his time to the duties Of a member.
Returning to his law practice he
bailt up a splendid business, but in
1878 was again induced to make the
race for Congress and was elected by
overcoming the usual overwhelming
Republican majority.
In 1881 he again retired to private
life and has since been a leader at the
bar Of Somerset county. He is "a very
genial, pleasing conversationalist, an
orator that may well be termed a spell
binder, has an easy flow OF language,
and is a wonderful power on the stump
or at the bar. He is highly educated,
every day Of his life having been a day
of improvement and advan, ement, a
day wherein some new bit Of valuable
knowledge has been treasured in his
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
GEARY FRIEDLINE.

HHR FRIEDLINE Is one of the self
Ank made men OF our town. He
started little livery barn in the alley
had nobody to recommend him or bring
him business; but he had lots Of energy
and snap. and hustled around and drum
med up business, and when be got
customer he treated him so nicely. fur
nished him such an elegant outfit and
gave him such a fine driver. that his
business sooa outgrew his capacity and
he has recently erected an elegant new
livery barn next door to Charles Wei
mer's blacksmith shop. on Patriot street,
where he is prepared TO care for all the
business that CONES, and promptly and
satisfactorily look after his old customers
He is now 50 situated that be can look
after the feed business in addition TO his
livery trade. 70 which be has also made
some valuable additions in the way OF
good vehicles and additional driving
horses. In fact, be buys and sells horses
all the time. pays the highest price for
them in cash aud saves the best Of them
for his livery work.
Mr.. Friedline is an industrious young
man. fun OF business, pleasant man to
deal with. anc it viii pay you 70 call at
his new barn II you want dandy rig at
a moderate price OF good feed for your
horse. shelter for your vehicle. etc.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
~ j woY.

IN management prevails IN the
IA III nh school department. Ine 1So
lls. hlga before graduation are Ivl repre-.
yes,, y, tventy-eight pupils thirteen
pes d, ay .rs 1SI'ti N the senior and fifteen in
whom whom . las. under the immediate
lun,g william J. woy. who is a thor
'rge 80 :, : a careful. well-qualitied m
2 Chs. ,sa'.15' and has been remaFkAbiy sue
h. s..al %ov N w. was wa born in the township
pr lis ola mile from Somerset
Tss 'ee''oe :. 5eran his education in The som. g
heTe p ID, .-hools and completed il at
q aEa.. Pae,'I c5s.ter state Normal school in
" e. -. 10 his graduation he
F5s, lgs .s- term AT Berlin and another ,eti. at
'ga' 80 ol, Immediately north Of Ph'i-
ser .,,... since nat time he conducted
eiPn.- n...,sr department at salisbury
o'-.', -lr %. in bi. second year here. de
: -. progressive teacher out toe
p . 80 t5st the pupils are making
,IIe instruction aud guidanee'
pa5I .,l. 1,s more for him than any praise we
rht give.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
MR.. ABNER McKINLEY.
A Modest, Genial Gentleman, Popular
With al Glasses.

n wRITE-UP Of Somerset and promi-
~ nent citizens aud business men
OF the county seat, would be incon-
plete without mention Of Mr. Abner
Mckinley. Although native Of Ohio
and still voter 10 the Buckeye State,
Mr.. Mckinley spends 80 much Of his
time in Somerset that be Is generally
looked upon as resident of Penn
sylvauia, aud the people Of this place
always take pride in referring 10 him
as one Of their most distinguished
fell, w-eitizens; and we are firmly con-
WINGED that II il were not for feeling Of
,yalty to the State that has so signally
honored his distinguished brother-Pres-
i lent William McKiDley-he would glad
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03

of eight, which was the first class to
graduate from any Of the public schools
Of the county.
He read law with Messrs. CoGroth &
Ruppel, and was admitted to practice
at the 5 merset County bar in 1883.
In 1892 he was nominated for District
Attorney by the Republicans of the
county aud at the general election was
elected, having received the highest
vote east for any candidate on the
ticket. This position he filed satisfae-
tOrily to the people Of the county. He
introduced the use Of the criminal cal
endar, by which arrangement large
sums Of money were saved to the
county as well as to the liiigants.
Since then he has taken an active part
in county politics and next year will
be a candidate for Register and Re-
cOrder and Clerk Of the Orphans
Court.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
J. ii. MILLER.
Hardware, Stoves, Pinware, Paints
and Oils.

NF all the old-established, prominent
~ aud reputable business houses
brought to our mind there is none
more worthy of notice, or that holds a
more conspicuous or honorable position
before the trade, THAI the old, reliable
house of j. II. Miller.
In advantages offered, in immensity
and variety of stock carried, and in the
dimensions aud capacity of his large
storehouse, this place is unsurpassed.
The shelves are filed with hardware
Of every description, while the line OF
cutlery and edge tools is very exten-
siye. Blacksmiths' and wagonmakers'
materials are largely handled, while
the assortment of cooking and heating
stoves is complete, embracing the cele-
brated Albion cook. In tinware you
can find anything that you want,
while speciality is made Of tin and
sheetiron roofing. gathering, spouting,
etc. The stock OF paints. oils, var.
nishes, etc, is almost unlimited, and
the entire store has an air Of complete.
ness and attractiveness- The goods
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03

withal a gentleman possessed Of that
true, upright integrity that inspires
confidence in all persons with whom
he has dealings. His Is Of German
stock, his ancestors having settled in
eastern Pennsylvania during the Revo-
lutionary War. Mr.. Kooser was born
in this town in 1916, attended our pub
lie schools and completed his education
at the State Normal School at Millers-
vile and at Pennsylvania College. He
taught school a number Of years and
studied law with General William H.
Kooniz He was married in 1870 to
the daughter of Hon. A. ]. Ogle, de-
ceased. In 1865 he was elected District
Attorney and served two terms and
has served as Prothonotary and Clerk
of the Courts. He is a valuable cam
paigner and has always been ready
and willing to do all in his power to
serve the Republican party either on
the stump or In any useful capacity.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
J. NJ. BLACK.
Somerset's Exclusive Halter and
Mems Furnisher.

LTHOUGH this house is but one
~ year old. our good dressers have
found that they can make ID pay to buy
their hats aud caps at this house. because
the stock is new, fresh and stylish. II Is
also Of the very best quality, while the
variety Of up 10 date. nObby gents
hesd-dress is most complete and fashion,
able. The prices that Mr. Black as'--. for
goods are always extremely low when
you consider the quality and makeup Of
them.
Gents furnishing goods is a special fea-
ure, and here, as in hats. Mr. Black is
Somerset's conceded leader. His stock
embraces the latest and most becoming
styles and the best values known 70 the
trade, and he Is able to suit any man or
boy in any style, color or design Of fancy
ties. Choice, up-tO-date shirts. new style
collars. cuffs. and the many other little
things that 60 to complete a gentleman
toilet aie carried 10 endless variety and
sold at prices so low that none can under
sell him
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03

Of every opportunity to secure an edu-
cation, as public schools were un-
known in his boyhood days. He be-
came, however, a good scholar for his
day, taught school, was married in
1915 and has eight children, six boys
and two girls. He settled in this town
and began the study of law with
Joshua +. Cox. He afterwards studied
with Col. Edie and was admitted to
the bar in 1850. He was Jaeksonian
Democrat, bu. for the past thirty years
has affiliated with the Republican
party. Ee served 20 years as Notary
Public, was sleeted Hargess Of the bor-
ough of Somerset in 1867 and served
five years served as County Surveyor
five years, from 1863 to is74; became "a
leader in the Republican party and a
power on the stump. He led his ticket
TO victory on many occasions and was
elected to the Legislature in 1873, 1850,
's2 and -, making eight years ser
vice as law maker.
He was later appointed United States
Commissioner and served three years.
He always took a great interest in
school affairs and has served on the
borough school board. Mr.. COlbOrn
is now District Attorney and Is known
aud appreciated all over the county,
- g., al =. 8 H. r.,.s.,- ,,.,a;tsot,- a. Ifob
he has occupied he has honestly rep
resented his constituents, justly and
inteliigently performed the trusts re-
posed in him, kept himself free from
all entangling alliances, worked for
the interests Of the Republican party
and the whole people, lived life Of
integrity and intellectual expansion,
has been useful citizen, a good hus-
band and kind father, and is now
beloved and respected by all our people.
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another feature that makes it desirable
to employ DIR. Mcmillan and that is
the fact that he is strictly honest, ten
der aud solicitous with his patients in
every way.
His new sets of teeth are models Of
beauty, are often mistaken for the
natural teeth, are a comfort to the
mouth aud restore natures own beau
ty. In short, his work IS prompt, ca
pa5le and careful, with the least pain
possible to the patient, while he is con-
servative in his charges aud pleasant
IN al to deal with.
DR.. Mcmillan is a graduate OF the
University Of Pennsylvania dental de-
partment, aud has been an active, sue
eessful practitioner in our town for the
past fifteen years.
DIR. Mcmillan manufactures and
keeps on sale a very tiue tooth powder
aud tooth paste. It is healthy, cleans
ing and Strengthening to the gums aud
teeth. He also WHOLESALERS these goods
to dealers.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
eO11ERCIAL HOTEL,
A-'-'. ). Stein, Proprietor. One
o. the WslI-Known Hoste,ries
Of Somerset.

IUHEN it comes t, hotel accom-.
modations the Commercial is
Dns o. our most deserving. It's located
IN : NE central part Of the town. is a
-1lusome brick structure and suoplied
'., .',l twenty nicely furnished. well
SH''iA.ed, clean, comfortable bed.
l9' large Office, sample rooms. par
w and dining rooms
"aest> find at this house every kind.
p'7s and consideration, a bouutiful Is.
=" the most palatable food and
-5'iihe, nm, pleasant place to STAY. Al
NJ they have every freedom.
M Stein, who has for some time
:. charge Of this popular house. Is Of
-, u'Ai sunny disposition, whose
- "a Effort is tomake life pleasant for
'nose around him.
Iae Commercial Hotel has a h.r a..
Saa,gi s-oasa which is one Of the best con.
Is'sa sie. in Somerset 1t is supplied
r.y - every facility aud convenience n,
drial. .'as ~. aud serving any kind o.
wt-... ,'-As lAAi are ordered. The line q
rs.a a,'Aies Is complete, embracing n,
60 and best in the market. Will,
ars ilss .I- and brandies the most cboie,
bser s' III stock. When it comes I.
OF Ian - - ald purest is constant,
inp H.. Z, -Hu patrons can rely upon find
wbeT- s,l ! pleasant and agreeable place
men. 0'e treated as gentle
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
JONES & JONES.
Machine Shops and Foundry.


III HIS is our Oldest. best known f0un-
~ dry and machine shop, and Mr.
Jones. the manager of the business, is a
skillful mechanic, fine maehinest, and
is well qualified to perform any kind o
mechanical work. either new or repair
work. on the shortest notice and in the
most neat, solid and lasting manner.
The foundry is well equipped for max
ing castings of any size, style or design
also for repair work in machinery. No
difference how difficult the job may be,
it is well and promptly done. aud always
at prices the most reasonable
Mr.. Jones is quite an inventive genius,
and has several patents As evidence Of his
superior ingenuity. He is agentleman
and will treat you we'll.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
F. ii. SUFALL.
Extensive Dealer in all Kinds of
Furniture.

q MONG the many prosperous and
~ thriving business houses of Som
erset none are more worthy of mention
as showing what may be accomplished
BY combination Of energy, enterprise
and good business tact, than the we'll
known establishment Of F. II. Sufall.
This gentIemau's business tact may be
summarized as follows: All articles
sold at low prices no old debts to
carry; goods bought at lowest cash
prices and sold in the same way polite
attention shown TO all and satisfaction
guaranteed in every sale.
This is the key to Mr.. SufalPs sue
eessfuI business career His place is
located in the Baer Block, aud has two
floors. The front, or general salesrOom,
is filed with furniture and upholstered
goods of all kincs, while the ware
rooms are filed with duplicate goods.
The assortment embraces all kinds,
from the plainest to the most handsome
and elaborate designs, 10 suit every
taste aud fl every poeketbook- Chamber
suits Of every styls. and grade, fancy
easy-ehairs, sideboards, tables, divans,
kitchen furniture, etc. Also an eie-
CANT line Of the iron and brass beds
that have become 50 popular. In fact,
everything known to the trade Is en-
braced in this stock, while all goods
are sold at remarkably low prices Mr..
Snlall has one Of those new patent ex-
tension tables; il is of heavy quartered
oak, holds its own extension boards
whether in not is strong, hand
some and a great improvement over
any other table in the market. Don't
fail to see it. Mr.. Sufall can make it
pay you to give him a call.
The Somerset herald. [volume] (Somerset, Pa.) 1870-1936, 1898-11-03
J. D. sWANK.
Experienced Jeweler and Engraver
Watch, Clock and Fine
Repair Work.

n HE house Of this gentleman is one
Of the most attractive mercantile
houses in this city. The stock Of goods
carried Is extensive, comprising watches.
clocks, jewelry. silver table ware and
other novelties TO be found in first-class
jeweiry store The assortmsat is superb
in every respect, and the selection choice
and handsome. Everything new. stylish
aud beautiful, and is being sold at very
low prices.
Mr.. Swank is prominent citizen, has
served as Register and Recorder. been in
business here for eight years and IS 4
leader IN bis line.
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HON. A ii. coFFRorH.
A Leader ar the Bar, a Silver
Tongued Orator, a Grand
/. Old flan.

THE name Of Hor. A. II Cotfroth
~ is not only familiar one in every
household in Somerset county and
Western Pennsylvania, but he is known
throughout the state and nation.
He was prominent figure in Ameri-
can politics during the great civil war,
and had the honor Of being one of the
pail bearers at the burial of the immor-
tai Abraham Lincoln, the martyred
President.
General Coffroth comes of sturdy
Tentonic blood, was born in 1888, edn-
Gated at the pnblie schools, taught
school, studied law with Hon. Jere-
miah S. Black, was admitted to the bar
in 1851, and soon became popular and
leading practitioner.
He is a Democrat from principle,
though extremely popular with all
classes of people. In 1862 he was the