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| Erected 1877. |
CORTLAND IN 1875.
A CAREFULLY COMPILED RECORD OF INTERESTING EVENTS OF THAT YEAR.
The Building of a New County Clerk's Office Ordered—The Village Votes to Build a New Engine House—Milk Pan Company Organized—Burglars Enter James E. Tanner's House—Political Matters—Officers Chosen by Various Organizations—Many Events Briefly Told.
(These historical and reminiscent sketches of Cortland events began with the year 1868, and will cover a period of a quarter century, one year's events appearing in each issue. The entire series will form a valuable record and be very interesting reading.)
The most important matter affecting the village of Cortland during 1875 was the passage of a resolution by the board of supervisors ordering the building of a county clerk's office. Probably but few residents of Cortland remember the old office, which was built about the year 1817, but a few views of the structure are still in existence and may be found in certain business places, kept as souvenirs of Cortland in the dark ages. The estimation placed upon the old county clerk's office is illustrated in no clearer way than by quotations from the various newspapers published in the county in 1875, many of them being of such a humorous nature that we give several specimens below:
Marathon Independent: At a spelling match held in Cortland in May a photograph of the county clerk's office was given to the first person spelled down. They should have more respect for old age than to make fun of that harmless old fossil in that manner.
Cortland Journal, June 17: The work of tearing down the old engine house preparatory to erecting the new fireman's hall commenced yesterday. We hope that in casting off the debris the workmen will not make a mistake and dump on the load the county clerk's office, because it might become lost, and our eyes never again gladdened by its beauty.
Marathon Independent: Since the removal of the engine house at Cortland, letting the direct rays of the sun fall upon the county clerk's office, the roof of said office (if we rightfully distinguish it) has become warped, and the side has commenced to check. The supervisors should call a meeting and hire a boy to hold a parasol over it, if they wish to preserve this beautiful piece of architecture.
Cortland DEMOCRAT: Strangers in Cortland smile at the frantic efforts of the county clerk to protect the clerk's office from frost by spreading over it these cold nights a copy of the New York Tribune.
Cortland DEMOCRAT: The new plank walk in front of the county clerk's office is so high that it shades the windows of the office and the gas has to be left burning during the day.
Ithaca Journal: Cortland county is at last to have a new county clerk's office, the board of supervisors having decided to that effect. The present one is about the size of a chicken coop, and has stood for 58 years.
Cortland DEMOCRAT: Some one inadvertently attached a small toy balloon to the county clerk's office, which was lifted up on end and nearly carried away. The man ought to have been arrested.
Cortland DEMOCRAT: The market for moss from the roof of the county clerk's office is firm. Bunches the size of a Boston cracker are eagerly snatched up by relic hunters.
So great was the pressure brought to bear upon the authorities, the board of supervisors in annual session in November decided to take action towards erecting a new county building. F. M. Benjamin of Cincinnatus was elected chairman of the board on the second ballot, and R. W. Bourne was chosen clerk after a spirited contest, fifteen ballots being taken before an election was secured. On the 11th day of November, 1875, Supervisor Van Hoesen of Preble offered a resolution to the effect that as the county clerk's office had become unsafe and inadequate for the public office, a committee of three be appointed to take the necessary steps for building an office. The following were appointed as such committee: M. Van Hoesen of Preble, Deloss McGraw of Cortlandville and Wm. A. Bentley of Marathon. This committee reported on the 16th, recommending that a building be erected during 1876, suitable for the purpose, at a cost not to exceed $17,000. The board passed a resolution in accord with the recommendation, but placing the cost not to exceed $15,000.
At a special meeting of the board held in December, the committee reported five sites available as follows: On the lot owned by the county and on which the old office stood, the purchase of land in the rear being necessary, at a cost of $8,381 which was asked; on a lot west of the court house; and also that the lot opposite the court house could be purchased for $10,000; they further reported that James Smith had a site a few rods north and opposite the Cortland House, and offered it and $500 for the present site The old site was selected by a vote of nine to six for the court house lot.
OLD COURT HOUSE REMOVED.
In commenting upon the removal of the old court house on the hill at the head of Court-st , the DEMOCRAT of September 8 said: ''One of the old landmarks of Cortland (almost as old as the county clerk's office) is being removed. We refer to the old court house and jail upon court house hill. It will be affecting, when warm weather comes again, to see the young men of Cortland go up and weep over the place where stood this venerable pile of brick, in which they have spent so many hours playing poker, drinking from their bottles, and various other little sports, too numerous to mention."
BURGLARS.
On the night of October 6 burglars entered the house of James E. Tanner on Lincoln-ave., and created considerable excitement. There were two of them, and during their search of the rooms Mrs. Tanner was awakened by the light. One of the men pointed a revolver at her head, threatening to blow her brains out if she moved or made the least noise. They then tied her hands and fastened her securely to the bed. Mr. Tanner was up stairs [sic], and when they asked where her husband was, Mrs. Tanner promptly told them. When they were ascending the stairs Mrs. Tanner called loudly to her husband, and this frightened the burglars, who ran out the front door without securing anything.
IN THE WRONG COUNTY.
A good story was printed in the newspapers during the campaign in the fall of 1875. The chief contest was between Geo. L. Waters, the Republican candidate for member of assembly, and Dr. J. C. Nelson, the Democratic nominee. One night Mr. Waters and Judge A. P. Smith were advertised to speak at Dorantown, a small hamlet in the town of Taylor. When they arrived at the church where the meeting was to have been held there were so few present that the church was not opened, so the two campaign orators pushed on until they came to a schoolhouse where six persons had assembled to discuss the merits of the campaign. Here Judge Smith and Mr. Warren were given an opportunity to advocate the election of the latter as member of assembly, and at the close of the meeting they were dumbfounded to learn that they had been addressing Chenango County voters.
NEW INDUSTRY ORGANIZED.
On December 18 the Cortland Jewet Milk Pan company was organized with the following officers and directors: President, Jas. S. Squires; vice-president, Henry F. Benton; secretary and treasurer E. M. Hulbert; attorney, A. P. Smith; directors, J. R. Townsend, Jas. S. Squires, E. M. Hulbert, C. W. Kinne, O. U. Kellogg, Chas. S Chamberlain, Henry F. Benton, Noah J. Parsons, B. B. Jones, Geo. J. Hakes, L. G. Viele.
OFFICERS ELECTED.
Vesta lodge, No. 255, I. O. O. F.: N. G., Howard J. Harrington; V. G., C. W. Carter; secretary, J. E. Peckham; treasurer, Delos Sanders; W., Marit Tyler; C., Stanley Pierce; I. G., E. O. Kingman; O. G., Mott Pierce; R. S. N. G., F. G. Kinney; L. S. N. G., L. G. Waters; R. S. V. G., S. Gooding; L. S. V. G., Joseph Freer; R. S. S., Gideon Wright; S. S., W. W. Mott.
Excelsior Hook and Ladder Co.: Foreman, Irving H. Palmer; first assistant, George Crossman; second assistant, Isaac N. Perry; secretary, George Hubbard; treasurer, W. P. Robinson.
Cortlandville lodge, F & A.M., S. W., I. H. Palmer; J. W., D. C. Smith; treasurer, Jonathan Hubbard; secretary, E. M. Secord; S. D., W. D. Tisdale; J. D., Geo. H. Fairbanks; S. M. C., E. D. Mallery; J. M. C., marshal, W. F. Burdick.
Cortland chapter, No. 194, R A. M.: H. P., W. H. Crane; E. K., H. T. Dana; E. S., H. M. Kellogg; treasurer: G. L. Warren; secretary, John Hubbard; C. of H., M. A. Rice; P. of S., M. A. Brewer; R. A. C., W. F. Burdick.
POLITICAL MATTERS.
Supervisors in the several towns were elected in February as follows: Cincinnatus, F. M. Benjamin. Dem.; Cortlandville, Delos McGraw, Rep.; Cuyler, Alex. Dunce, Rep.; Freetown, Wm. Caldwell, Rep.; Harford, S. H. Steele, Rep.; Homer, John H. Hicok, Lib.; Lapeer, Peter N. Gray, Rep.; Marathon, Wm. A. Bentley, Rep.; Preble, M. Van Hoesen, Dem.; Scott, Phineas Hutchings, Rep.; Solon, Harvey J. Stone, Rep.; Taylor, J. L. Cotten, Rep.; Truxton, Judson C. Nelson, Dem.; Virgil, John D. Tripp, Rep.; Willet. S. C. Dyer, Dem.
Cortland village: President, James M. Smith; trustees, Edwin M. Hulbert, Chauncey Keator, Wm. W. Gale, S. E. Welch; clerk, Dorr C. Smith.
McGrawville: President, R. H. Graves; trustees, C. V. Peckham, Joe Hinds; assessor, O. A. Kinney; collector, Edward Harvey; clerk, W H. Huntley.
The Republican ticket nominated Sept. 26 was as follows: Member of assembly, Geo. L. Waters; county treasurer, Robert Bushby; justice of sessions, T. J. Chaffee.
The Democrats and Liberal Republicans united upon the following ticket: Member of assembly, Judson C. Nelson; treasurer, R. R. Maybury; justice of sessions, Eben Daley; coroner, Dr. A. D. Reed.
At the election in November the Democrats were successful on member of assembly, Dr. Nelson receiving a majority of 114.
MARRIED.
The following people now well known in Cortland were married during 1875: At McGrawville, August 14, by Rev. Geo. Bayless, Prof. John H. Kelly and Miss Jennie Smith at Troy, Pa., C. Fred Thompson of Cortland, and Miss Belle McKean of Troy.
BRIEF MENTIONS.
Dorr C. Smith, now the popular landlord of the Cortland House, was admitted to practice law in January.
Three bids for erecting the buildings for the Cortland Horse Nail factory, mentioned last week, were received, the figures being remarkably close. They were as follows: Thos. Allport $5,340, Straat & Keeler $5,490, Holden Bros. $6,505.
…reports of the marriage of Harmon Sheerer to Jessie M. Seager, at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Seager in Virgil, early in the year 1875. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. C. Phillips, and the groomsman and bridesmaid were arrayed in full I. O. O. F. regalia.
Schuyler Colfax, a former vice-president, lectured in Cortland April 21.
J. H. Kelley, now justice of the peace, was principal of the McGrawville school.
B. F. Tillinghast moved from Cincinnatus to Cortland in April.
A special election was held April 21 to vote on an appropriation of $5,000 to build a new engine house, the measure being carried by a majority of 249.
The Cortland Carriage Co. erected a portion of the large plant near the D. L. & W. tracks.
A Catholic picnic and celebration was held on the fair grounds July 4.
James M. Smith was president of the county agricultural society, and was sick during the fair.
On the 30th of September Mr. and Mrs. S. M. Benjamin celebrated the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriage. They still reside in this village and are highly respected by all.
Capt. John T. Pratt of Cortland was charged with withholding pension money belonging to Diana Haskell of Harford. In the United States district court he pleaded guilty, and was sent to Auburn for one year and fined $50.
At the Christmas exercises held at the Baptist church, W. D Tisdale found an envelope on the tree, containing a check for $250 from the Cortland Wagon company.
On December 11 the last connecting rail between Cortland and Elmira was laid by Supt. H. P. Goodrich.
Joseph E. Eggleston was admitted to practice law September 8 at Schenectady and soon after he formed a partnership with Geo. L. Waters. S. S. Knox was also admitted to practice the same day.
John Courtney, Jr., who is now one of Cortland's most successful attorneys, was principal of the Marathon academy in 1875.
C. Fred Thompson first opened a grocery store in Cortland in January, 1875.
Gen. N. P. Banks made an engagement to lecture in Cortland on two different occasions, and failed to make train connections each time.
AN OUTRAGEOUS LIBEL.
The Geneva Times Makes Some Ridiculously False Statements in Regard to the Recent Basketball Game.
We confess to a feeling of surprise and indignation upon reading a most scurrilous account of the Cortland-Geneva basketball game, played in this village last Wednesday evening, the article appearing in the Geneva Daily Times of Thursday and which was supplemented by an editorial in the Times Friday, of a still more abusive character.
In Thursday's Times an article nearly a column in length appeared on the local page, with three startling headlines, as follows:
"An Outrage at Cortland!" "Geneva Ball Players were Maltreated!" "Howling Mob Held Their Arms and Threw the Ball Back!"
The entire article is too lengthy for republication, but one extract will show the general tenor of the report of the game:
"An audience of nearly 300 was seated in tiers of seats arranged about the field of play, and while there were gentlemen and ladies among them, the majority were 'laying' for the Genevans, and constantly interfered with the Geneva players by holding them by the arm when reaching for the ball. Frequently men in the audience would catch the ball and throw it out to the Cortland players. In this way several goals were scored in the first half. Director Mosher of the Cortland team, who was refereeing, always allowed this style of play."
The language of the above statement is mild compared with the editorial which appeared in the Times of Friday's issue, and which is given entire as follows:
"The town of Cortland, this state, should be transferred to Kentucky. In Cortland mob rule prevails. At the Y. M. C. A. gymnasium Wednesday night respectable citizens of Geneva were insulted by several hundred Cortland rowdies and some of the desperadoes resorted to personal violence. The treatment the Geneva team received at Cortland should be heralded throughout the state, so that basketball teams will know what to expect when they go there."
The only way we can express our contempt for the author of the above scurrilous articles is to say that the report of the game as given in the Geneva Times, in so far as it relates to any ungentlemanly conduct on the part of Cortland people, is a falsehood of the most pronounced type. The writer was present at the Cortland-Geneva game, and occupied a seat commanding an unobstructed view of the entire field. To his certain knowledge not a single ungentlemanly remark was made, neither was there an attempt on the part of any one to interfere with the game, not to hinder the work of either team. The only approach to hostile demonstration on the part of the Cortland audience was when certain members of the Geneva team attempted to rush the game beyond the bounds of reason, which brought forth hisses from three or four in the crowd, but Director Mosher quickly silenced the demonstration.
The Geneva boys began playing rough early in the game, and on one occasion the Cortland boys decided to play the same tactics and they rushed the Genevans half way across the field. The referee promptly gave each team a foul as the penalty. The brutal reference to Director Mosher was entirely uncalled for, as he is always courteous and insists upon his team treating their opponents gentlemanly.
The editor of the Geneva Times was certainly imposed upon, else he would never have made such a cruel and unjust attack upon the Cortland team and upon a Cortland audience, who not only know what gentlemanly deportment is but invariably put it in practice.
TO PUT ON CITY AIRS.
CORTLAND VERY LIKELY TO HAVE A CITY CHARTER.
Introduced in the Legislature Monday Evening—Referred to Committee on Cities—Hearing by Committee Next Tuesday—Some Opposition to the Measure in Cortland.
That Cortland will soon be governed by a city charter is one of the probabilities that confront the people of this place, and the prospect is a very cheering one to those who believe in progress in municipal as well as in business methods. That there is opposition to the measure is not denied, but the opponents of the proposed city charter base their hostility mainly upon the clause in the Raines' liquor law which exempts cities from local option, or in other words licenses are granted in cities without the formality of a vote upon the question. The opposition to the measure is clearly outlined in reports of two meetings, one held in the First M. E. church Sunday evening and the other in Fireman's hall Tuesday evening, given elsewhere in this issue of the DEMOCRAT.
The history of the proposed city charter from its inception to the present time covers a period of nearly a year and a half, which disproves the statement of the opponents that it has been hastily drawn and suddenly sprung upon the people, and the character of the gentleman who have been instrumental in pushing the charter thus far is conclusive evidence that it has not been prepared in the interest of the saloon, as has been freely charged. The proposed city charter is a sensible business proposition originating as follows:
Early in 1899 it came to the knowledge of several business men of Cortland and the village board that the village charter was very defective in many particulars, and that a thorough revision, amounting almost to an entirely new charter, must be made. The thought came to these gentlemen that inasmuch as the legislature must be appealed to for relief in the way of a revised charter, why not, taking into consideration the rapid growth of Cortland, put on city clothes and discard the village charter entirely?
To avoid all mistake in the preparation of a city charter, and to learn the cost, method of procedure, and everything else pertaining to the proposed new measure, two of our citizens, men who pay large taxes, with the full approval of other prominent business men, visited some twelve or fifteen cities of the third class, conferred with the mayors, clerks or chamberlains, obtaining figures giving the comparative cost of the two systems—city and village. Among the cities visited were, Johnstown, Watervliet, Cohoes, Lansingburg, Geneva and other places. They found that in every city of the third class in the entire state, except one, which previous to incorporation as a city possessed a sewer and water system, the running expenses of the city were cheaper than under village charters previous to incorporation.
These gentlemen have the figures furnished by the authorities in the several cities as proof of the assertion that the cost of running a corporation under a city charter is less than under a village charter. They also selected what they considered the best features of the several charters examined by them, which they have incorporated in the charter drafted for Cortland. In nearly all the cities visited by them, the gentlemen found that in but few was the charter submitted to the people. Wherever it was so submitted it was found that one faction desired a change to suit them, another group wanted some other feature substituted, and the result was that nobody was suited.
The charter prepared for Cortland was practically completed last week, and Thursday evening it was submitted to the village board, and that body, after learning the principal features gave the charter a hearty and unanimous approval. Copies of the document will soon be forwarded to Cortland from Albany, when every one may become familiar with its provisions, which we are sure will be entirely satisfactory to all except those who oppose any growth of the village unless they can have the privilege of local option.
The charter is too voluminous for us to give even a synopsis of its provisions. The city will be divided into six wards, which will be identical with the districts as divided in 1892, with as alderman for each ward. The mayor and aldermen will receive no compensation for their services whatever. The streets, police, schools and sewers will be controlled by boards of commissioners, to be appointed by the mayor, and their appointment must be approved by the board of aldermen.
The charter bill was introduced in the assembly Monday evening by Hon. Geo. S. Sands, and was promptly referred to committee on cities, which will on Tuesday next give a hearing upon the bill. That Cortland will be well represented before that committee by both the advocates and opponents of the city charter is one of the certainties.
We predict that the legislature will pass the bill giving Cortland a city charter, and that Gov. Roosevelt will promptly sign it.
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| Professor J. Edward Banta, Cortland Normal School. |
CITY CHARTER OPPOSED.
Sunday Evening Meeting at the First M. E. Church—Committees Appointed—Attendance Small.
The opponents of the city charter held a meeting in the First M. E church Sunday evening to express their views upon the proposed change in the government of Cortland, the meeting being called by Rev. Mr. Houghton, pastor of that church. The election of the Sabbath as a time for the discussion of such secular matters seems rather out of place, inasmuch as nothing could be gained by such haste, and Monday evening would certainly have been a more proper occasion for such a meeting. The very small attendance was due perhaps to two causes: Dissatisfaction with the selection of the Sabbath, and a lack of sympathy for the sentiments which it was generally understood would be expressed.
Prof J. E. Banta was chosen chairman of the meeting and H. M. Kellogg served as clerk. Prof. Banta stated that the adoption of the city charter would mean the undoing of all the temperance people had done during the past year. The framers of the new charter make it appear that taxes will be lower, and have worked a sneak deal. Men have signed because they have been led to believe that the expenses will be $10,000 less than under the present village charter. The whole theory is misleading. The mayor is to receive no salary, but will have a great deal to do. "He appoints—what do we do? We have nothing to say. What business man will give his attention to the duties of the office for nothing? After one or two years a salary would be voted him." The chairman then came to the license question, asserting that Cortland is a license town as soon as the city charter is obtained. During his remarks Mr. Banta said the mayor would appoint the ward aldermen.
A. J. Murray moved that it be the sense of the meeting that no city charter be adopted unless the local option privilege be retained, which after further remarks was approved by vote.
Dr. F. J. Cheney was in favor of a city charter and would willingly pay his taxes, even if increased, if he could be assured that such a step would be advantageous. But he was opposed to any scheme which will deprive a large portion of the people of the right to express their convictions at the ballot box.
M. H. Yale gave the boundaries of the new wards as proposed in the charter, stating that four of them would be dominated by the saloon interests.
Remarks were made by Dr. F. W. Higgins, Rev. J. T. Stone, Rev. W. J. Howell and others.
On motion of Rev. Mr. Houghton the following committee was appointed to confer with the president of the village and ask him to call a public meeting to discuss the proposed charter: Rev. O. A. Houghton, A. J. Murray, Dr. F. D. Reese, C. P. Walrad, R. J. Lucas. This committee was authorized to appoint a subcommittee of two to secure information from Geneva and Ithaca.
Change in Proprietors.
Mr. Fred P. Barney has bought of H. Arthur Bennett the cafe located in the DEMOCRAT building, taking possession Monday noon. Mr. Barney has secured an experienced cook, and he proposes to serve regular meals and fill special orders with promptness, and to serve his customers in such a manner as to retain their good will and patronage. He will also pay special attention to supplying suppers for parties and all society gatherings.
Probable Attempt at Suicide.
Mary Reagan, who resides near Homer and has been employed as a domestic in this village, was found early Wednesday morning in a stupor, and appearance indicated that she had taken poison. She partially recovered, but in the afternoon she became very hysterical, and was finally taken to the sheriff's residence. She there admitted taking poison, and told where the package could be found.
Search in her room revealed a paper labeled strychnine, but it contained none of the crystals. She was later conveyed to her home.
HERE AND THERE.
Lent begins next Wednesday.
Cortland is all right on the ice question, despite the mild winter.
Henry Murray of Cortland is announced as being in Lincklaen buying fur. What fur?
When a person begins his story with "they say" you may be sure there's something of a lie coming.
Fur dealers are bitterly complaining of the warm weather, which has rendered a large quality of fur valueless.
In some sections farmers are complaining that the maple syrup and sugar crop will be ruined by the open winter we have had.
One of our exchanges claims to have discovered a new anti-fat remedy. "If you are fat you can reduce your weight by worrying about that unpaid subscription you owe us."
The Bijou theatre, a pretty brick structure on Water-st., Binghamton, erected a few years ago for variety and burlesque shows, has been bought by the Salvation Army, and will be converted into a barracks and shelter. This is a step from the ridiculous to the sublime.
There seems to be considerable mystery as to the value of farm land between Preble and Tully. Some time ago strangers secured options on nearly all the farms between the two places, and last week many letters were received by the owners announcing acceptance of the terms. Why land to that particular locality is chosen does not yet appear.
We learn from the Times that A. K. Bennett, proprietor of the Hotel Bennett, Cincinnatus, met with a painful mishap while getting ice Monday. He moved a cake of ice when others started and his feet were suddenly taken from under him. He fell heavily upon a block of ice and his left leg was severely hurt. Although he has been able to be about, the injury has proven quite painful.
A child is born, the doctor in attendance gets $10, the editor gets 0. It is christened and the minister gets $5, and the editor gets 00. When it is married the minister gets $10 and a piece of cake and the editor gets 000. In the course of time it dies; the doctor gets $100, the minister perhaps—gets another $5, the undertaker $80; the editor prints a long obituary, besides lodge resolutions and a card of thanks, and gets 0000.
Regular grange meeting this evening.
The city of Cortland sounds pretty well, thank you.
The DEMOCRAT will give a full report of the Truck murder trial.
Our regular weekly rain storm put in its appearance Wednesday night.
Otter creek went on a rampage yesterday, overflowing its banks and filling cellars along its path.
Sidepath [bicycle] badges for 1900 are on sale by G. P. Beaudry, James A. Farrell, Buck & Lane and Kennedy Bros.
The funeral of Miss Alice Dalton will be held this afternoon at 3 o'clock at the home of her parents, No. 9 Doubleday-st
E. J. Middaugh fell from the top of a car while repairing a trolley wire Friday morning, and escaped with only a few bruises.
The Loyal Circle of Kings' Daughters will meet with Mrs. Julia E. Hyatt, 182 South Main-st., this afternoon at three o'clock.
A social dancing party will be given in Borodino hall, Borodino, on the evening of Friday, March 5, with music by F. L. Slocum's orchestra.
The firm of Harris & Moose will shortly be dissolved, Rev. O. D. Moore retiring. It is Mr. Moore's intention to resume pastoral relations with some church.
The baseball fair is a decided success. The attendance has thus far been good, and the entertainments humorous and well received. It will close Saturday evening.
The remains of Reed Lucas, son of Mr. and Mrs. Richmond J. Lucas of Cortland, who died at Havana last August, were brought to Cortland Tuesday for burial.
The trial of John Truck, charged with the murder of Frank W. Miller, will begin to-day before Justice Sewell. The work of securing a jury will probably occupy some time.
The heavy rain of yesterday morning caused quite a flood in the south part of the village, the street near the Wickwire shops being under ten inches of water, and the Lehigh Valley tracks were inundated.
The Masonic fraternity of Cortland entertained as visitors Tuesday evening delegations from Homer, Marathon, DeRuyter, McGrawville and Cincinnatus. Dr. H. T. Dana, the veteran toastmaster, presided at the banquet, and speeches were made by Dr. J. M. Milne, Rev. W. F. Kettle of Homer, Supt. F. E. Smith and others.
Mr. M. H. Dillenbeck, who recently took possession of the East Freetown railroad station and general store, has added a full line of feeds which he will sell to the surrounding farmers at the lowest possible living profit. Before purchasing elsewhere call and see Mr. Dillenbeck and get his prices on groceries and feed.
The Prohibitionists of the village, after being invited to unite with the Anti-Saloon league in the nomination of a ticket, have decided to go alone and will select a ticket of their own tomorrow evening. They can hardly do otherwise after the fiasco Tuesday evening.
The wholesale price of coffee has advanced $4 a bag. This will warrant an increase in the retail price of five cents a pound. The advance in price is due to the scarcity of coffee at the present time. Coffee has never been so scarce as it is now since the time of the war.
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