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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1885
Page
4
A fragment from Harper's Magazine verse reflects on sacrifice and endurance as a soldier dies but remains in the ranks. The piece contrasts glory with death while noting the march continues, followed by local notices on fires, politics, theater, and community events in Cattaraugus County and surrounding towns.
Mr Noble of Noble and Lyle pavement contractors visited the city Thursday to discuss bonds issued for their services. He returned last evening without taking the bonds, awaiting word from New York parties who may purchase them. The instruments are with Mayor Joms for signature once Noble confirms.
Local notices list various visitors and residents headed to or from Dunkirk and nearby towns. Names include Dr Langworthy, Albert Beutter in Buffalo, Fred Green of Fredonia, Wm P Martin of Syracuse, J J Ford of New York, N Coffin of Dunkirk, Prof Krafft, Bernard Culgan headed to Albany, T T Danforth, Frank Shall, F W Wright, Mrs C Brown, IL P Monroe, Misa Mabel Bookstaver, E J Costow, E T Hunzeker, H C T Schultz, Geo Bosworth, F L Wilcox, N S Reed, and Joseph Hague. Also mentions travel to New Orleans, Washington, and pending pension appointment for Sidney Wilson. Health notes and social events tied to charity ball and arrivals at St James and Erie.
The D A V P railroad reports steel rails along most of its line except two miles near Irvington. A Lake Shore engine collided with an Evzie locomotive at Exchange Street, derailing it and causing about 500 dollars in losses. Emigrant fares from New York to Chicago drop from 13 to 8 dollars. New officers join Evie and Amsterdam bonds face assessment under a new plan. The L A M telegraph operators host their third annual ball with around 600 attendees. A correction clarifies Hoffacker’s role and lack of agency for Russell. Social Turners elect officers and plan hall improvements and a masquerade. Pittsburg Ctauauqua Board reviews a favorable year with debt cut by 8000 and receipts at 48000.
Ernst Hoffacker a Lion Street grocer returned to Dunkirk after wandering to Buffalo and Canada in search of refuge from $2500 in debts against $1000 in assets. He appears unsettled but seeks to pay creditors pro rata if legal options allow, though first creditors may still be paid in full.
Evarts appears stronger than Morton as Hiscock withdraws, adding eight votes to Evarts. His withdrawal letter cites not profitable canvassing for the party and thanks supporters, signed with respect.
Obituary notes Mr. Wellington Woodward of Kiantone died at 64 after long service as town supervisor and school commissioner. Pau, son of Thomas Welch, died at 1 a.m. Sunday. Funeral from St Mary's Church Sunday at 3 p.m. The Chautauqua County Farmers Fire Relief Association held its annual meeting in Jamestown with officers elected and a 13-member board. Insurance on farm buildings totals 3757,456 with cumulative fire losses since 1877 at 886. The Chautauqua Society of History and Natural Science will meet January 29 in Jamestown. Holstein cattle imports from Sinclairville area highlighted with prize winner at Amsterdam exhibition and several buyers listed. several head sold during quarantine return home.
A Dunkirk charity ball last evening drew large crowds and strong donations. Residents filled the Opera House with baskets of goods, cash gifts totaling over six dollars, and numerous food selections for a grand supper. Performances by local artists and a lively dance program followed, with proceeds benefiting the needy and several clothing and food donations noted.
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