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Newspaper

The Democratic Press

Location

Eaton, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1889

Page

2

Tragic suicide of key salesman over gambling debts

EF Valentine a popular Cleveland area salesman for A J Wenhams Sons in Ohio shot himself after hidden losses mounted to about 4000 dollars. He concealed the distress from colleagues, faced arrest for embezzlement, and died Monday morning after being found by a police officer at his home. He leaves a wife and two children, with funeral to be held at Bowery Street residence.

EF Valentine Havi Sy Lis Snployer E Fr. Valentine A. J. Wenham’s Sons Sale Grocers Cleveland Ani Erie Road Allernoon Canada Clifton House Dickinson Mason Valentine Maron Tairs Frank Ofiver Splaw J. ©. Prentiss Fannie Mr. Valentine Bellefontaine Urbana Prenties Homer Mich Cleveland Commercial Travelers’ Association Bowery St W. H. Locke J. 1. Henry R G. Beatty LV. Clements M. A. King Henry Smith A. E. Beaton Creset . P Hughes Charlie Hogle Charlie Bradley J. H.geen Julius Wierman Jefferson County Edinburgh Bi Nichols Eid Baith Nebraska Mont Haskins H. B. King Jobn Cummings Erie G. N. Neil Edinburg Ely W. H B. Crafts Burnett Nottingham

Washington Postmaster Row Delays Civil Service Reform

Washington notes reveal political maneuvering over post office appointments and civil service. Officials push for reform while party loyalties and patronage influence fill fourth class post offices. Correspondence covers pensions, court delays, and Secretary Huey's reversals amid a heated national debate.

Death of Hon. F. Conant in Mahoning County

The obituary recalls Hon. F. Conant born 1427 in Windia town, raised here, practiced law after studying at local and Parkman Geauga schools, served as Mayor of Ravenna and as Prosecuting Attorney, State Senator, and judge. A devout Christian, he contributed to the Congregational Church, led as chorister for over twenty years, and supported the legal community. He endured illness from 1557, remained active until early 1880s, then declined. funeral services were held at the family residence with Bar Association attendance and burial at Maple Grove Cemetery.

Conant Philo Conwst Windia Townehin Ase M Eunice H. (Bierce Alexander Blevce Caniow Ravecos Tiear Verryville Kry Ratenne Buevix Ruvenus Commiss Pleas Mahoning Trumbull Portage Luther Day Cotant & Robinson Common Pleas Ute Alice W. Whittlesey Daugher John Whittlesey Paul B Edward M Noble Muth Alice Falthut Cies Uwell O. P. Sperra Joha Porter L. T. Siddall Mermorist M. Stuart J. H. Nichols P. Wolcott E. W. Maxeon J. H W. Dussel Mesara A. A. Reed D. M. Clewell J.C. Beatty E. BR. Wait Wm Grinnell John Melldrg Maple Grove Cemetery

Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Ad for Cats and Skin Ailments

Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised as the best salve for cats bruises sores ulcers fever sores tetter and skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by W. Z. Hany Rev.

Bucklen W. Z. Hany

Electric Bitters Credited By Doctors And Druggists

The verdict on Electric Bitters is unanimous says W D Bult a druggist of Ripps Indiana. Abraham Hare a Bellville Ohio druggist calls it the best selling medicine he has handled in years. Testimonials claim cures for rheumatism and liver kidney blood diseases with each bottle priced at fifty cents at W T Harts drug store.

W. D. Bult Rippus Tnd Abraham Hare Bellville Ohio W. T. Hart

We Offer The Largest And Best Assortment Of Dry Goods

Despite the cold spell our store reports rising sales of seasonal dry goods. The ad touts Chalk Dress Goods, Crinkle Kerbucker Sultings, American Dress Ginghams, Linen Chambray Cloths, Zephyr Ginghams, Silk Warp Henrietta Cloths, wool suiting, and black and colored dress silks at low prices. It promises new arrivals weekly, a vast stock, and unbeatable value in fabrics, trimmings, and notions to attract customers in adjoining towns.

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