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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1885
Page
4
The Evexine Ousekora will be available at Mr Maurice's confectionery counter for regular subscribers. It can also be picked up at Kenry Weiler's newsroom.
Light rain followed by colder clearing weather with winds shifting to northwesterly and rising barometer. Thursday indicates colder fair weather for Atlantic coast districts and the lower lake region.
A patchwork of local items includes veterans discussing Grant and Lee, court notes on Burlingham, and notices from F. D. Matteson Co. about menswear, neckwear, and upcoming events. Also mentions train delays, weather, and an Excelsior Poin Club game in Olean with a 3–0 score. The era’s chatter covers shop ads, theatre, and community happenings around Dunkirk.
A stringer was arrested again for drunkenness and fined 35 dollars with thirty days in Mayville jail. The Euripides Club plans a benefit performance of Kathleen Mavourseen after a well received March 17 showing. Me. T. J. Skidmore reports Laona paper mill production rising with orders for Topeka and beyond. Constable Keough patrols to curb vice and a farmer avoided a pursuit on the Roberts road. District Deputy Grand Master L. G. Risier visited Forest Lodge, presiding over the third degree with local lodges in attendance. An Observer note reports legal proceedings in Egan & Crowe v Langdon, with remarks on liens and judgments. A sudden death near Stockton of Harrison Thompson, a one-armed soldier, prompted a coroner inquest. Post mortem found double pneumonia as the cause. verdict issued.
Last week T W Jolls of Sheridan sold to L C Mantey of Smiths Mills a four year old mare by Clayton Edsall for 250. George Douglas of Dunkirk sold a colt seven months old by the same sire and N Terrell of Sheridan sold at auction another colt months old by Clayton Edsall for 75. Clayton Edsall remains a successful sire of valuable offspring. His owner L C Manley is from Illinois and plans to purchase more first class draft stallions.
The case Rider Brothers versus Foggan before Referee Porter Sheldon in Judge Edward’s office has been adjourned to allow stenographer Henry Glesnan of Fredonia to transcribe notes. After completion, parties must notify of exceptions within 16 days, then argue within 30 days, and the referee must render a decision within 60 days.
Attantios BD T C announces Dunkirk Coteter will hold its regular business meeting this evening. All members are requested to attend as important matters will be transacted. Warrezzent, Secretary.
The Common Council met Tuesday evening April 7 with Mayor Hinman presiding. Members present were Vrooman Flaiaven Rathbun Abrena Gibson Harrison McDonough and Seybolt absent none. Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Finance Committee reported favorably on bills including Dackirk Printing Co Edwards and others for notices and repairs. Several payrolls and election expenses listed. Warrants authorized and various street, sidewalk, and police matters discussed. Adjourned.
The Opera house presentation of the comic operetta A Dress Rehearsal drew a good audience though not full capacity. Miss Roe and Prof Huber led the overture, Miss Kidder opened with spirited piano, and Mrs Hills delivered strong vocal work. Cast members Isham Brown Murray, Fink, Weyl and others were praised for costume, acting, and stage presence, with special applause for the Spiteful Sisters and Cinderella trio.
Lake Shore Railroad lays off extra engines used in bad weather as passenger traffic rises while freight remains moderate. George Brooks, longtime Lake Shore mechanic, takes a short vacation. J. C. Burdeen fills in. The Lake Shore crew expects to finish remaining tasks in a few days.
Advertisement from 1885 offering ceiling decorations wall paper mouldings and paint supplies by Monroe and Morro r with ready to install shades in a spring season sales push. Highlights include ceiling decor paper patterns mouldings cornice poles and brushes as well as a range of wall coverings and kalsomine materials.
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