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Newspaper
Evening Observer
Location
Dunkirk, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1885
Page
4
July 8 1885 Dunkirk local page presents a comic verse about summer heat and a separate piece The Deceitful Husband. Also lists Sanitary Plumbing and sewer pipe ads by E C Perry & Co with rubber and linen hose promotions.
A string of brief notices from the city includes Mr Lee Smith in town Mr Frank May visiting Buffalo Ms Grace De Witt and Miss Agnes Koch returning from visits Miss Tena Roberts back from Corry and Agnes Hedderwick off to Buffalo and Suspension Bridge Miss Carrie Chapman leaving for Pittsburg readers urged to read Council proceedings report Fire Department inspection noted Hose 3 at Fifth and Lion. city debt funding discussed and August 10 deadline set for claims against the City Treasurer Mr Andrew Dotterweich improving his brewery with durable works in Western region.
In New York the city treasurer can pay Deer street warrants. Mayor Hinman acts to stop the leak and the Council adopts a resolution requiring warrants to be presented by August 10 with interest ceasing then. Also an Ice Cream Social at Mr and Mrs J C Jones residence on 4th street for St Johns Episcopal church Ladies Aid Society with a musical program and cream served after 7:30.
The Common Council surprised citizens and some members by electing John W. Galbraith as Police Justice to fill the vacancy after W F Durrell's death. On informal ballot Galbraith and Hiller tied, then Mayor Hinman cast the deciding vote for Galbraith. Galbraith, previously nominated for assistant light house keeper, was found ineligible by age, but praised as well read and capable if he studies the relevant law. Rich discussion noted the charter grants the Council power to remove officers by two thirds vote for incapacity misconduct or neglect. George F Seybolt resigned as Fourth Ward Councilman to take a mail clerk post between Dun kirk and Pittsburgh. Henry J Gibbs Jr was unanimously chosen as his successor.
The Chautauqua County Baptist Sunday School convention at Panama closed its session on Thursday June 11 with most events completed. Prof B F Hopper led music to general praise and Nettie Cramer and Mary Sterneborg performed solos. Rev A M Tennant was elected president and a slate including B Perrin Rice Harvey Child and Burrell named to the executive committee.
Judge Lambert granted an order directing Assignee W D Holt to pay expenses of William Candee up to 250 dollars for a general examination of Miner's Exchange books and papers. Candee has not begun yet but will soon after current work ends. Statements from the Exchange with Park and Chase National Banks and Kissam Whitney & Company of New York have been received and will be used.
A note promoting Liebig Co’s Baraaparlila as a treatment for impure blood scrofula pimples and disfiguring eruptions. The item presents the product as beneficial for young women seeking clearer skin and healthier blood.
The annual closing exercises at Columbus Hall praised by Mother Anastasia and Sisters. Sister Benedict directed a large program with recitals, choreographed numbers, solos, a drama She May Queen and War of the Roses. Junior performers included Malones McGraws and Carneys with Jubilee Singers.
The Buffalo Times notes a scientific body search under Captain Williams at Dunkirk for Prof. Bruton and Frank J. White, lost when the yacht Phantom sank last Thursday. Submerged sections are dragged for bodies while advocates say warmth and overcoats were unlikely aboard the open boat. the conclusion remains that the men are drowned.
The Famous Pat tern Cutters of Chicago are in Duane Kirk for a short time at Mrs Lyona residence No 53 Fourth St. Ladies can be measured and patterns cut to fit their forms with no alterations needed. Children s patterns cut by personal measurement, not by age.
Beginning tomorrow, Brooks Locomotive Works employees will work on three quarters time. Work will start at a specified hour and end at 12 in the forenoon, resume in the afternoon, and continue until 4 30. The notice appears in a May era text noting shifts and period segments. The ad also includes a testimonial about Thomas Eclectric Oil as a remedy for rheumatism.
On Wednesday July 13 the Niagara Falls State Park opens to the public with no admission fees. A noon oration by a New York citizen, a grand afternoon review of troops in presence of national and state leaders, and a firework display are planned. The Maid of the Mist will be sent down the Rapids illuminated. A July 15 event and a large excursion from Fredonia are advertised with round trip trains and $1.25 adult fare plus tents for children.
Forest Hill Cemetery Association held its annual meeting at the Lodge on the grounds with Rev. T Stillman presiding. Reports showed prosperity. Dr Silliman declined renomination citing age and urged Willard McKinstry be elected as dean. The board named McKinstry President, Boggs VP, Barrell Secretary, Frazine Treasurer, Ryman Sexton, and Colman Director.
Boats offered for fishing trips by Regie atest foot o le 2 area. Skilled fishermen can guide outings and teach rites if desired. Also available for pleasure rides with fine facilities.
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