The Forest Republican. [volume] (Tionesta, Pa.) 1869-1952, 1900-03-28

and having nothing better with which to
occupy my time have taken a stroll
about town calling here and there upon
some of the most enterprising and SEEM
ingly popular business houses, and not
ing in casual way those things coming
within the range of my optics that inn
pressed me most. Below, kind reader,
you will find the result, not, perhaps, in
the language used by Varsity Profess
or, but withal possibly interesting to
you, inasmuch as it treats only of local
topics. But first l must say few words
in regard to my "home' while here, The
Agnew, presided over by that veteran
among genial and well-liked Hotel men,
Mr.. c. +. Weaver. and which is certainly
worthy OF all the praise and commenda-
ton that can be showered upon it by its
hosts of friends among the commercial
fraternity. OF course there aIe larger,
more expensively furnished houses than
this, but the idea 1 wish to convey in my
description of this hotel is the perfect
adaptation ofevery detail in construction,
equipment and management, to the COM
fort, pleasure, safety and security of its
guests. The interior certainly shows
perfection of finish and attention to de-
tail that mark purely artistic and prac-
tical combination of utility and beauty.
But wish to dwell especially on the
dining room, compete with its service
of oak, fine linen and silver, and cuisine
indeed beyond description. Not only is
there an unusually large variety oftempt-
ing viands at every meal, but the service
is above reproach; experienced walters
attend the wants OF those fortunate
enough to dine here, and supply their
every need in the epicurean line. The
complete, handsome and comfortable
manner, and are replete with all modern
improvements. Mr.. Weaver, the pro-
prietor, is a most genial and obliging
landlord, ever studying the wants of his
guests. He is hotel man of long eX-
perience and demonstrated ability, and
applies the principles of successful bus-
ness pi actice to the management of his
establishment.
T. +. RITCHEY, ESQ.
While sojourneying here had the rare
good fortune to become acquainted with
attorney T, F. Ritchey, that popular in
terperter of the law, who has for so long
been identified with the interests of For
est county. spent very pleasant hour
in Mr.. Ritchey's Office to-day in conver-
sation upon sundry topics, and carried
away with me a very lasting and pleasant
impression of that gentleman. Mr.. Ritch
ey, knowing me to besa stranger here,
entertained me very highly and in conse-
quence thereof feel justified in saying
just word in regard to that gentlemen
who has, owing to his indomitable energy
and perseverance, attained prominence
in social and business circles here that is
not to be despised. find him very pop
ular in legal circle; throughout the coun-
! ty, having been identified with the five
very important murder cases which
have been on the court calendar in the
last few years, in each of which but one
Mr.. Ritchey succeeded in carrying off
the honors, and in being complimented
| highly by the Court for the manner in
which he conducted the cases. value
my newly found acquaintance very high
ly, and feel deeply indebted to him for
the hospitality accorded me while here.
TIONESTA CASH STORE.
My call at the Tionesta Cash Store was
very pleasant and [ enjoyed myself ex-
ceedingly in conversation with its genial
proprietoIs. The premises occupied are
large and commodious, and the different
departments comprised are filled to over
flowing with the finest goods obtainable.
A large stock of groceries, delicasies, etc.,
is carried; also fine line of clothing and
furnishings, embracing among the many
useful articles of apparel required in a
gentleman's toilet what was really as
handsome and nobby line of outing
shirts, hats and neckwear as will be seen
in many days, and l noted, also, at strict
ly cash prices-consequently very low.
give Tionesta credit for the general en-
terprise and hustling ability of its busi-
ness fraternity, and along these lines the
members of this firm stand very high, as
being very popular throughout the vicin-
ity.
TIONESTA MANTEL co.
One of my most interesting visits was
made at Tionesta's largest and most ex,
tensive manufacturing industry, the Tio.
nrsta Mantel Manufacturing Company
where I was permitted to stroll through
the entire plant and make observation,
atmy will. This is undoubtedly one o
the largest plants of the kind in the coun
J try, and to say was surprised and in
terested at what l saw would be express
ing the situation mildly indeed. Tw,
large buildings are used, each 50xl0O fee
and stories high. Besides these tw,
buildings there is the kiln where all tn
lumber for use in the factory is first drie,
and seasoned before using, and a bricl
structure containing the engines an,
powers. Here also the mantels are pu
through the first stages in the course G
their manufacture, while the other build
ing is used for finishing, vanishing, ven
l rring, storage, Office, etc. should judg