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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

Monday having been the 10th birth
day of F. J. Oblinger, the members of
the Toledo Press club, of which Mr..
Oblinger was a charter member, went
to his home in a body and perpetrated
one OF the most complete surprises with
which man ever met Mrs. Oblinger
had been informed of the proposed visit
and the pretty home was made espec-
tally attractive with many flowers.
Hearty greetings we're extended the
guests upon their arrival, after which
all settled down to good time. The
press people, be it known, never miss a
chance to eat and carried with them
the ingredients for an elaborate lunch
con, and soon the aroma of fragrant
coffee and oysters filled the air. Tables
were beautifully arranged and filled
with toothsome delicacies provided by
the hostess. Around these the cougen-
ial friends gathered and partook OF the
feast. Colonel Caughlin acted as mas
ter of ceremonies and at an appropriate
time arose and made happy speech,
in the course OF which he handed to
the astonished host we'll filled purse
from the Press club. Mr.. Oblinger re-
sponded feelingly.
His experience in the editorial field
dates back to the time when he was 21
years old, when he published paper
at Germantown. Later he went to Gin
cinnati where he met Mr.. Chaplin
and they became interested jointly in
the publication OF the Perrysburg Jour-
nal in 1862. Mr.. Oblinger sold his in
terest in the paper to Mr.. Chaplin and
was editor OF The Toledo Commercial
in 1864. He again purchased an inter-
est in the Perrysburg Journal in 1865.
In 1877 he came to Toledo and was
editor and director of the Bee. Since
that time he has been actively identi.
fed with Toledo papers.
The occasion of the visit OF the "press
gang" to Mr.. Oblinger's residence was
one long to be remembered as it was
pleasing to forget the rush for copy
and meet and exchange greetings.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

At last Kansas City has seen man
wearing a monocle in earnest, says the
Star of that city. 1t was Mt the horse
show the other night. The man with
the single glass stuck in his right eye
was the observed of all observers. He
was n rival of the show. 1t was highly
credible 10 the audience that its inter-
est in the first real exhibition of II
monocle was fully as docile as its treat
ment of the young man who wore at
the horse show red cravat with even
ing clothes. Those imported foreign
idiocies are not well received in the
west.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10
At the Valentine.

Parsor Jim will be seen at the Valen-
tine Friday and Saturday, with Satur-
day matinee. 1t is a domestic drama
OF the intensest type. The story of the
play is full of genuine heart interest
and strong dramatic action. Jim Fair
child, the hero, who has earned the So
briquet of "Parson Jim," was at one
time Harvard student noted for his
many escapades. Jim returns to his
home at Glouchester, and upon the
death of his father assumes vast respon-
sibilities, settles down and becomes an
earnest, active business man. 1t is at
this period in Jim's career that the
story opens jim has two sisters, Edna
and May. May is in reality Jim's fos-
ter sister, although she is unaware of
that fact. 1t is with Jim's love and de-
votion to his foster sister that the play
deals. Intense as is the story of "Par-
son Jim," there is running all through
it, however, like silyery thread, de-
lightful love story, the characters in
which are Jim's younger sister, May,
and the son of one of his fathers
friends.
Those two young people who are i'm
personated by Mr.. Walter Thomas and
Miss Dallas Tyler, furnish much of the
comedy of the piece. Mr.. Thomas and
Miss Tyler for the two seasons played
respectively the same characters in
William Gillette's production of Secret
Service. Their work, in Parson Jim is
therefore, Of unusual interest.
Prices Evenings - 25c to $l.00.
Matinee-25c and soc.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

Maumee is having trouble over her
gas plant. A short time ago it was
sold to Elmer E. Dale of Toledo, for
$500, but the citizens now think it
was worth $4,000. James Wilson
brought an injunction to restrain the
council from selling, but he got tired
and asked that his suit be dismissed.
Now L. M. Murphy, who says the plant
was sold without advertising for bids,
secures an injunction and declares he
will fight the case to finish.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

The submarine torpedo boat Holland
was successfully tested in Peconic bay,
Long Island. AT the close OF the test
the members of the board of inspection
shook hands with &. p. Holland, the
inventor, and congratulated him on
his success. He had waited 25 years
for victory and tears streamed down
his cheeks when the naval officers
greeted him.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

While Sharkey may feel very sore
over his lour broken ribs, a broken
hand, and his failure to win the cham
pionship, the S1l, ,14l gate receipts and
his $150,OO0 which he will get from the
pictures, will be sufficient to buy con.
siderable balm for his decorations, and
consolation for his defeat: We would
be willing to go one rib better for that
amount.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10
Joseph Jefferson.

1t is particularly pleasant to know
that Joseph jefferson win .ome before
us again at the Valentine for one night,
Monday, November l3, and that he will
make his reappearauce in The Rivals.
Agreeable evenings spent with Mr..
Jefferson in the service of merilorious
and meaningful plays have endeared
him to refined theatre-goers, and gives
him respected place in the regard Of
an even less iastidlous public. Mr..
Jefferson to-day stands alone, in class
by himself, with no equals in the field
OF legitimate comedy, and no rivals
that are likely to outshine him in his
day. Every condition of good acLing
is fulfilled by Mr.. Jeiferson's perform
ances. The conception is distinct, AS
we'll as true, and the execution Is with
out flaw. The halo of genius is all
about it.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

Perrysburg township as is the usual
custom, gave the home candidate a
large vote. Philip Wetzel has always
stood we'll with the people here, and
they gave him their votes on account
of his personal popularity.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

Manager Denman very kindly placed
a special car on the line last Tuesday
night for the benefit of those who
desired to remain in Toledo until 2 o.
m. awaiting election returns.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

Electric lights will come to us soon.
The delay is caused by the difficulty
in securing water supply A pipe
line to ths river now settles that
difficulty.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

After spending an evening at the
theatre in Toledo where the temper
ature is warm enough for comfort, and
then board street car which is so cold
the windows are full of ''pains," and
ride up to PerrYsburg or Maumee, or
possibly TO Bowling Green, all the time
suffering with icy feet and chattering
tech is enough to make an angel flap
his wings in dismay and wish that a
small section OF the Internal regions
might be chopped up in small pieces
and presented the street car companies
for the purpose OF heating their cars,
since business is so poor they can't
afford to buy coal. Those "cold stor-
age" cars are good things for doctors
and undertakers.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

Judge Melhorn has been reelected
for another term, as Common Pleas
Judge.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

The grandson of General Sherman
and the granddaughter of General
Hancock are engaged to be married.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

The Jones vote IN Wood county was
much larger than many had antici-
pated.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1899-11-10

The report that Kentucky had elected
a Republican governor is enough to
stagger the strongest hearted Demo.
crat in the country.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
A Pretty Good Shot.

Mr.. l.. d. Stainback, the popular
trunk seller, has never posed as an
expert shot as far as we know but he
did something last Saturday that the
best Of them can't boast Of often.
He was out hunting with Mayor
Switzerland when his dog came to a
stand. Approaching near enough to
shoot Mr.. Stainback saw rabbit
squatting in the grass and so re-
marked to his companion. The latter
about the same time discovered a
bird. Neither saw what the other
did and each insisted that what he
was looking at was the object the dog
had pointed. The Mayor told Mr..
Stainback to step back and get in
line with the bird Gas yet unseen by
the latter and shoot the rabbit
This he did and the result was he
killed both at one shot although the
rabbit was the only thing he saw.
Now there is dispute as to who
killed the bird, that is who deserves
the credit for it, the man who fired
the gun or the man who gave direc-
tons. Another case of determining
who is the mother of the chicken, the
hen that laid the egg or the hen that
Matched it,
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
The Herald Square Opera Company

Manager Brooks Parham is to be
commended for his efforts to give
Henderson theatre goers some OF the
best attractions to be had. A strictly
high class organization is the Herald
Square Opera Company which filled
an engagement here Tuesday night.
While an opera does not take as
well with the average audience as
some other form of entertainments
first-class minstrel show, comedy or
drama for instance-from an artistic
point of view there was nothing lack
inc in the presentation of the ''Bohe-
milan Girl" aside from the fact that it
was somewhat cut. Each part was
well sustained. every actor an artist
in his or her respective line.
The singing of Miss Kilcoyne was
greatly enjoyed. She has rich voice,
full volumed. deep toned and flexible
while that of Miss Stetson is singularly
sweet. of high range and broad COM
pass. and as clear as the tones OF a
Silver bell. Nor was their acting less
faultless Mr.. Harry Carter, Mr.. Har-
nv Nelson and Mr.. Thomas Callahan
sang we'll and acted their parts in a
manner to evoke the warmest admlra-
ton and hearty applause Of the audi
ence. The support was very good and
altogether the company is one OF the
strongest and best of its kind seen
here recently.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
AS if Anticipating His Wants.

''Some men are born for luck" and
some Of Genie Faulkner's friends say
he is one of them. He decided
recently to engage in the saw mill
business and bought an engine and
outfit for the purpose. The plant
was put down on Friday and Satur-
day one of his COWS gave birth to
couple of male calves. II they live
and he does not .bust his biler" or
ego broke himself in the meantime
friend Faulkner will have those oxen
hauling logs at his saw mill in few
years from now
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Saws Advertising Pays.

Evidence accumulates that adver-
Using pays. And that newspaper adj
vertising pays best of all there is no
sort of question among the well in
formed. Four weeks ago the Hender-
son Music Co. put small ADVERTISE
ment in the GOLD LEAF offering
standard music-the latest songs-at
IS cents. The first week only three
sales were made The second week
the number was increased to about
two dozen, some of these orders being
from distance. The third week it
was better still, and up to Tuesday
the sales had reached 112 copies, or
exactly $2S worth.
1t may be stated in this connection
that the Henderson Music Co. had
never been heard of before it being
an entirely new concern. Norris sheet
music staple or necessary article
either. However, the GOLD LEAF does
not take all the credit to itself. The
manager is a hustler but he says ad-
vertising in this paper pays.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Fire Tuesday Night.

About 5 o'clock Tuesday night the
kitchen Of Mr. W. L. Estes, on
Breckenridge street. was discovered
to be on fire. The alarm was given
and the tiremen quickly responded.
A stream of water was soon playing
upon the burning building aud the
flames were speedily checked and the
fire extinguished. The building was
damaged considerably but is not q
total loss. In it there was stored a
lot of furniture belonging to Mr.. and
Mrs X. b. Henderson and this made
the loss heavier.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Parker's Drug Store
for Bicycles and Bicycle material.
County Commissioners Meeting

The County Commissioners met in
regular monthly session Monday when
the usual routine business was trans
acted.
Beside the allowing of certain ac-
counts the following was among the
most important business disposed Of:
A number of persons were permit
ted to list their taxes. Henry New
ton, colored, was received at the
County Home, and Ann Dunston,
colored, was put on the outside pau
per list at $500 month.
James Amos, chairman, and A. G..
Zollicotfer, attorney, were appointed a
committee to settle with the treasurer
The treasurer, superintendent of
the County Home, health officer and
sheriff submitted their monthly re-
ports, which were approved.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Bear it in Mind.

Persons interested should bear in
mind the announcement Of A. X.
Hawkes.. the famons Atlanta optician.
who will visit Henderson next week.
He will be at the store of his agents,
the Dorsey Drug Co., for three days
only, beginning Tuesday, 14th, with
full equipment of scientific APP
paratus, instruments. eye glasses and
spectacles, for testing and fitting the
ewes with properly adjusted lenses.
Ii YOU require the services of such
a person don't fail to see and con-
suit Mr.. Hawkes.. The best oculists
and opticians cannot perform mir
acles; they cannot restore sight TO
the blind. Don't wait to consult
about YOUR eyes until you get past
seeing almost. Heed the first warn
ing. it's the little things that count;
a little headache, few spots before
the eyes; burning sensations. These
are the danger signals that nature
holds out. Better heed them before
it is too late We do not always
properly prize good health and per-
feet evesight until they begin to give
way. Don't put off so important a
matter as looking after and protecting
YOUR ewes. 1t is better to be too
early than too late.
Careful examination of the eyes is
painless; tests and consultation free.
Optical science up to date is practiced
bv Mr.. Hawkes.. Call and see him at
Dorsey's drug store next week. Re-
member the dates-Tuesday, We'd
nesday and Thursday-three days
only.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
RATES OF ADVERT ISlNG.
- | jucht2 in 3 in IL G. 10 g. |

Local advertisements, to appear among
r..,.true matter, will Je charged 10 cents ;.rI
linz. fur FIRST insertion. and , cents per linz
reach Insertion thereafter.
I ..,,:,I advert iSeI3 entS, such as adminiS IA
f.r,- and executors notices, COMM SSion rrS'
and trustees sales, summons to nOn-r,si-
ti-ur~. ,vr viii be charged for at rates fl xcd
Ev law except when they exceed certain
limit space. i'll which case we reserve tilr
rIrrt "a fix our own price.
obituary notices, reSo utiHnS of respect .
rrr viii Tao charged for at the rate of H.3e
cent per word; and the c'Sh must acc"mlH-
az tl.. manuscript. In r:tSeS where fri, II :
and pa romS of the paper are concerned tao
charge will be made for the first ten li",-
about - Worls-Or articles not exceedii'g
That IN length
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09

Back From the Philippines.

Sergeant Joseph T. Moss, who en-
listed in the signal service branch Of
the United States army a year ago
last June, going to the Philippine
Islands, is home again. He came
back with an honorable discharge
and says he prizes that little piece
Of paper more than he would deed
to the finest house and lot in Hender-
son. Mr.. Moss made a good record
in the service and was promoted for
meritorious conduct, as noted in
has had enough Of army life, in that
country at least, and is glad to get
home again.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Subscribers for Tickets.

Those who have subscribed for
tickets to see the Andrews Opera Co.,
next Wednesday night, November
18th, can get their tickets Saturday
morning at a. NJ, at Thomas Drug
Store and have seats reserved one dav
earlier. The regular sale opens on
Monday at 9 a. N. Be sure and 90
early if YOU want front seats as there
is a large list of subscribers.
There are others-but the line of neck
wear at Watkins is the one you want to
select from. There are reasons for this.
among them being price and style.
Those two reasons are the convincing
ones
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
ChamberIains's Pain Balm Cures 9th
ers. Why not You?

My wife has been using Chamberain's
Pain Balm, with good results, for lame
shoulder that has panied her continually
for nine years. We have tried all kinds of
N .dicines and doctors without receiving
any benefit from any Of them. One day we
saw an advertisement Of this medicine and
thought of trying it, which we id with the
best of satisfaction. She has used only one
bottle and her shoulder is almost we'll
ADoLPH l.. MILLETT, Manchester, n. H.
For sale by the Dorsey Drug Co.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Help to Boys and Young Men.

For the help and convenience of those
boys and young men who work in the
day and yet wish to prosecute their
studies, | will give instruction, at night,
in all the English branches, Latin, Greek
and French Terms reasonable. For
further information apply to
G.N. BRAY,
Henderson, n {.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Bismarck's Iron Nerve

Was the result of his splendid health.
Indomitable will and tremendous energy
are not found where Stomach, LIVER, Kid
news and Bowels are out of order. If you
want these qualities and the success they
bring, use DIR. Kings New Life Pills. They
develop every power of brain and body.
Only % cents at the Dorsey Drug Cos.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
This is thicker clothing weather, and
the stock to select from is at Watkins.

The song entitled 1.-The Only Way"
is a great song, written from the dram
atized play of Charles Dickens Tale Of
Two Cities, now being produced in
New York by Henry Miller, under the
title of The Only Way" 1t is sold
by the Henderson Music Co. Price
% cents
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
That Throbbing Headache

Would quickly leave you, if You used
DIR. Kings New Life Pills. Thousands of
sufferers have proved their matchless merit
for Sick and Nervous Headache. They
make pure blood ard strong nerves and
build up yonr health. Easy to take. Try
them. Only % cents. Money back If not
cured. Sold by the Dorsey Drug Co.
For the cheapest and best Felt Mat
tres, go to \ hl-\S
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
If

If you need hat or pair OF shoes,
Or suit of clothes you would choose
Overcoat or furnishings at prices low
Whatever it is QUILL find displayed
OF latest syle and size and grade
In the matchless stock at Watkins'store
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Saved His Life.

Mr. C. f. Henderson, Poolville, Texas,
writes US as follows: My wife had been
troubled many years with constipation.
She had used nearly all kinds of remedies,
but failed to receive any benefit until she
tried Ramon's Pills and Tonic Pellets, sold
here by W. /. Burlington. She is now in
better health than for long time. We use
no other.
Y. L. Burlington, Druggist, Poolyille,
Texas, July Il, 1897 says: | sell more OF
your Liver Pills and Tonic Pellets than OF
all others combined, and | handle fifteen
or twenty different kinds of pills
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
nedical Book.

Copy OF DR.. Humphreys Manual, 100
pages, on the treatment and cure of dis
ease mailed free. Address Humphreys
Medicine Co., New York.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
"The Best IS
the Cheapest, "


Experience teaches tkat
good clothes evear longest,
goodfooS gees Best nutrition,
ard a good medicine that
cares disease is naturally the
best and cheapest. Hoods
Sarsapariila is the lest naedi-
cine money can huy, because
It cures gvken al Others fail.
Poor Health lad rcor heath for
years. PANS N shoulders. back ana h;rs.
Suith constant headache. nervousness ard
no appetite. Used Hood's SarssparGs.
CARED strength ana can 4,ors HARD al
day: cat heartily and sise1 eoeu. took
Il because ii heired MY husband 10 gofor,
II GAGE strergtf." Hrs. Z. GtrfeLs.
Moose Lake. MN.
J@od3 Sa>1qbauyM
Eaz2zslESIJ1lE1s1
Hoods Pills cure liver MS the nonirrttating and
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
An important Difference.

To make it apparent to thousands, who
think themselves i'll, that they are not
afflicted with any disease, but that the sys-
tenn simply needs cleansing, is to bring
comfort home to their hearts, as costive
condition is easily cured by using Syrup of
Figs. Manufactured by the California Fig
Syrup Co. only, and sold by all druggists.
Oyercoats, Well, this weather suggests
them, and there is no use to try to make
that last winter garment do service this
winter, when prices are as low as they
are at Watkins. Comparison tells the
story-and the comparison shows that
the stock at the big store is about the
finest you ever looked upon.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
Wanted.

At once 100 colored men and 81 colored
women to do farm, dairy, and general
house work in this and Northern States
and Cities. Good wages. Transportation
paid. Write us for information.
w. M. MARTIN & co.,
Employment Agency,
sIa E. Broad ST., Richmond, Va.
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
You will want oysters for your
Thanksgiving dinner. J. X. Carter
will order them for YOU

Dorsey Drug Go. guarantees every bottle
Of Chamberlain 5 Cough Remedy and will
refund the money to anyone who is not
satisfied after using two-thrds of the con-
tents. This is the best remedy in the
world for la grippe, coughs, colds, Group
and whooping cough and is pleasant and
safe to take. 1t prevents any tendendy of
cold to result in pneumonia
biggest line of Furniture and the most
np-to-date styles and finishes at
WATkI\S'
The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1899-11-09
"Of Such is the Kingdom of Heaven"

There is grief and sorrow in another
home in Henderson because of the
loss of a loved and loving little boy.
At 8 O'Clock Friday night, the spot
less soul Of little Milton, infant son
of Mr.. and Mrs. D. E. Aycock, winged
it's flight from this sin-scarred world
to the bosom Of Him who said ..Suf-
fer little children to come unto me
and forbid them not, for of such is
the kingkom Of Heaven" He had
been sick for some days but so we'll
was he getting along that the parents
thought he would soon be we'll again.
The day before he died alarming
symptoms developed the malady as
suming a membranous form of Group
from then until the came end the lit
tie fellow suffered much.
I He was bright and lovely child,
aged about two and half years, and
his death is deeply mourned by all
who knew him. The funeral was held
from the house at $3.50 o'clock Satur-
day afternoon, Rev. j. S. Williams,
assisted by Rev. A. r. Shaw, con-
Quoting the service. Interment at
the cemetery, loving hands tenderly
lowering the little white casket to its
final resting place and leaving it
banked beneath heap of flowers.
The floral tributes were profuse and
of singular beauty and exqusiteness of
design.