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J. POORMAN -- TIFFIN,
rIs one of Tiffin's worthy business men, and can properly be classed with the old pioneer business men of this city. olk Mr. Poorman came to Tiffin in 1841, where he has ever since lived, and been identified with its best interests. In 1845, nearly thirty years ago, he embarked in the sts ng saddlery and harness business, and in which he yet re- mains holding the confidence of the entire community and enjoying a lucrative trade. In addition to his harness and saddlery he now holds the agency of the Singer Sewing Machine for Seneca county.
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THE COMMERCIAL BANK-TIFFIN,
was organized with a cash capital of one hundred thous- and dollars, and established June 28, 1876. It comprises ger an individual liability of several hundred thousand dol- pf lars. This bank is one of the most substantial, and its blir stockholders, officers and directors, are among the best ous and shrewdest financiers of Seneca County. The bank ton is devoted to the interests of legitimate business opera-tim tions, striving to aid the mercantile and industrial classes, ous with a capital, knowledge and advice. All the business ou of the Tiffin Savings Bank was transfered to this bank bus at their opening June last, and from the very commence- com ment its affairs have been managed with rare ability and alre discernment. No record of losses from any cause invit that ing criticism or weakening the general confidence of its lare stability and genuine soundness. The policy of the bank out has ever been a liberal one; in other words, it aims topage make the benefits reciprocal in their character, and thosethis who have transacted business with it have found thi statement to be a truism.
The officers of this banking house are: W. P. Noble men President; J. A. M'Farland, Vice President ; S. E Sneath, Cashier; J. A. Blair, Asst. Cashier. The officer and directors embrase men of experience in monetar matters, and whose business interests are closely allie with the present and future prosperity of the city ( Tiffin.
THE TIFFIN PRESSE-TIFFIN.
Mr. George Homan editor and proprietor, was esta! lished in the year 1872, and has ever since been, no only growing in popular favor as a first-class fami. journal, but increasing in size, and improving in styl. until now the Presse is in every way a creditable paper its proprietor as well as to the city of Tiffin, and coun of Seneca, and should be liberally sustained. The Pres started out as a six column paper, and has now increase to eight columns.
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A. L. FLACK-TIFFIN.
It is with no little pleasure we present the above named gentleman, to public favor. Mr. Flack is a young man, of enterprise and go-a-head, and from the high com- liments bestowed upon him from many of the very best business men of the city of Tiffin, it is but natural to onclude that there is yet a brilliant future in store for im, and is to-day one of the most prominent young business men of the city. He was born in this ounty in the year 1849, and entered into the insurance business about five years ago, in the face of much competition, but by fair and honorable dealing he has already built up such a flourishing business with hisageny hat he stand second to none in the city. His companies tre among the most reliable and substantial of the country, the names of which can be seen on the front page on the cover of this book,. From the citizens of his place we learn that he is a genial, courteous gentleman, prompt and reliable in all his business transactions, and that his patrons are ever willing to recom- nend him.
Mr. Flack has now charge of The Feidlity Fire Insur- ance Company of Ohio, and we learn is successfully advancing the interest of this company as its manager. This company is doing business in Ohio and Indiana, keeping him quite energetically employed which necessitates assistants in his local work. Mr. Flack has a handsome property in this city, acquired by his own work.
THE EVENING HERALD-TIFFIN.
The Daily Evening Herald, published at Tiffin, Ohio, by Myers & Keppel, is issued every day (Sundays ex- cepted) at four o'clock P. M. It has a good circulation, and is the best advertising medium in the city. Each is- sue contains all the important news of the day up to the hour of going to press. Advertising and subscription rates very reasonable.
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C. H. STING-TIFFIN.
Among the enterprising business men of Tiffin, we find the above named gentleman occupying a front seat in the business world. Mr. Sting commenced business in Tiffin in the year 1865, about thirteen years ago, on a somewhat limited and moderate scale. As time rolled on (so did Mr. Sting) his business, year by year increased. He added sewing machines, organs and then pianos -- and the fact that he endeavored at all times to deal in only the best instruments and machines as well as all other class of goods, is perhaps the secret of much of his success. Honorable and fair dealing will always win in the long run. And so it was with Mr. Sting, for now he is enjoying a large and lucrative trade in every branch and through the entire county of Seneca. Among some of his instruments we might mention the Decker Bros. Pianos, Burdett Organs, and in Sewing Machines the white Shuttle Machine, the light running Domestic, the Davis, and we might go on and enumerate others, and im- portat articles in his various branches of trade, but enough to show that Mr. Sting is not only a popular gentleman in the community in which he lives, but has a large and paying business, which gives us pleasure to chronicle.
THE BALL HOUSE-FREMONT,
John Ford proprietor. The illustration of this magnifi- cent hotel building can be seen in advertisement of this book. The building was built about four and a half years ago. It is one of the finest hotel buildings on the L. S. & M. S. Railroad. Mr. Ford, its present pro- prietor, took possession of the house about three years ago, and has been conducted in such a manner as to give entire satisfaction to the public. The house is well fur- nished and provided with good sample rooms. See ad- vertisement.
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BASOM BROS & CO-TIFFIN,
Is the style of a prominent dry goods house to be found at Tiffin, O. The firm is composed of James A. Basom, D. F. Basom, Jacob Biegh and T. F. Walsh. They carry a heavy stock of dry goods, notions, carpets, etc. The present firm have been in existance about one year and a half They purchased the stock of H. A. Boyer and removed to No. 3 Empire block, a more commodi- ous room, where they have since added largely to their stock, and are now enjoying a lucrative and paying bus- iness. Those who are in serch of good goods and cheap prices should not forget Basom Bros & Co.
THE SHAWHAN HOUSE-TIFFIN,
Of which Mr. F. H. Noonan is the proprietor, is in every respect worthy of a place in our personal notices. The Shawhan House is well and favorably known to the traveling public. Its former proprietor was Mr. P. P. Myers, who for nearly twenty years conducted the house in his own name. About two years ago Mr. Noonan assumed charge, and although the house has always been considered firstclass, it has lost nothing however by the change, for its proprietor is a gentleman, and spares no pains in adding every possible means to make it pleasant for his many guests. The house is centrally located on the corner of Washington and Perry streets, affording the best accommodation at reasonable prices.
THE FREMONT JOURNAL-FREMONT,
Is a large paper of sixty columns, its proprietors are Messrs. Harford & Grove. The Journal is the largest ar's and oldest paper published in Sandusky county, dating ve its origin as far back as 1829. Politically, it is Republican, ur- is ably edited, and presents a fine typographical appear- ance. The Journal has a good circulation, and is well patronized by the advertising public.
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GEO. H. BARNEY & CO-TIFFIN,
Is a candidate for public favor, and in every way worthy of a hearing in our historical sketches of promi- nent business men. Although Mr. Barney is a young man and recently embarked among the business men of Tiffin, he should in no way lack the confidence of a gen- erous public, for he carries with him a record, backed by one of the most substantial business houses in the west, which should be a sufficient guarantee in the future for honorable and fair dealing with the public-He was six years in the employ of Morgan, Root & Co. Cleveland, Ohio. He carries a general line of millinery and fancy goods, is centrally located, and his store large and commodious.
DR. WAUGAMAN -- TIFFIN.
Among the prominent physicians to be found in Tiffin, is the above named gentlenan. He graduated from Long Island College Hospital, N. Y., in the year 1865, after which he studied the eye and ear with Prof. Metz, M. D. who occupied the chair of ophthamology and otology in the University of Worster, Cleveland, O., and was formerly surgeon for the Union Pacific Railroad Company, and Central Pacific R. R. Co. He is now located at 21 Madison street, Tiffin, Ohio, where he is successfully treating the inflicted, and is pronounced as an oculist and aurist to stand at the head of his pro- fession.
THE CLYDE SENTINEL -- CLYDE,
A. D. Ames editor and proprietor, is a handsomely printed little thirty-two column paper, and well deserving the support of the community. In politics, the paper is Republican. Mr. Ames is a practical printer,and in con- nection with his newspaper department, he has a fine job office, where work of all kinds is neatly executed.
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KESSLER HOUSE-FREMONT,
The owners of which is Mrs. Kessler and Daughter, and under the able clerkship of Mr. E. J. Fay, who although a young man, has had ample experience in the hotel business. The Kessler House is well known, and long since established a reputation as one of the best $2.00 per day houses on the L. S. Railroad. The house is elegantly furnished throughout. It has a fine large sample room which is not excelled in the county. The Kessler House is one of the oldest hotel buildings in this county. The house is now doing a flourishing business, which it justly deserves, and should continue to receive its share of the public patronage.
THE CLYDE WEEKLY REVIEW-CLYDE,
Published every Wednesday morning at Clyde, O., is among the best and most interesting papers in the county. It is in politics, Democratic, but is largely de- voted to the local interests of town and county. Mr. Geo. E. Sweetland is the editor and proprietor. The Review has been in existance something over four years, since which time its editor has succeeded in building it up to a sound financial basis.
THE FREMONT COURIER-FREMONT,
Knerr & Wilmer publishers. The Courier was es- tablished in 1859, by Wilmer & Homan, who conducted the paper until 1869, when Mr. P. Knerr purchased the interest of his partner. In 1870, Mr. F. Wilmer, the present Probate Judge of Sandusky county, became a partner, and the firm has since been known as Knerr & Wilmer. The Courier has a large circulation among its German friends, is ably edited, and merits a share of the public patronage.
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THE SENECA ADVERTISER-TIFFIN,
an able Democratic journal, published at Tiffin, by Myers Brothers. The Advertiser is the oldest paper in Seneca county, and dates it origin as far back as 1840. It was at that time established by an association at Tiffin with Mr. H. Cronise, as its editor. The first number was issued July, 1840, entitled " Van Buren and Seneca County Advertiser." In the fall of 1841 this paper was discontinued. In the spring of 1842, the office was pur- chased by John G. Breslin, and the first number of the "Seneca Advertiser" issued the 6th of May. The pub- lication of this paper has ever since been prosperous and flourishing in the hands of its proprietors. It is a large 56 column paper, well patronized and exercising a pow- erful influence in the principles it espouses.
J. A. HAAS & CO .- BLOOMVILLE,
Are in every way worthy of mention in our personal notices. The firm is composed of J. A. Haas & B. F. Kinnear. Their stock consists of dry goods, notions, boots and shoes, etc., they carry a large stock, and Mr. Haas, upon whom the management of the establishment devolves, is a gentleman of experience in the trade, and although but about two years since established, has built up a trade which would be creditable to a concern of much longer standing.
BLOOMVILLE BANNER-BLOOMVILLE,
W. S. Hammaker editor and proprietor. This paper was established about four years ago, but recently came into the hand of its present owner, who has put new life into the paper, and it now presents a neat typographical appearance, is ably edited and should be liberally sus- tained by the citizens of Bloomville. Subscription, $1.50 per year.
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JOHN A. CONWAY-TOLEDO.
ST. VINCENT RESTAURANT, 201 SUMMIT STREET.
A MODEL INSTITUTION .- Every one in Toledo knows Conway. As a caterer, he has few equals, and no
superior. As an institution, taken as a whole, Conway's is pre-eminently formost in the ranks of those who supply mankind with provender. Experience, taste, adaptabil- ity to the business, genialty, discriminination such are a few of the points to be mentioned in Mr Conway's personal favor. Of his establishment itself, which is of twelve years standing, and is well known and in high popular esteem ; a few points may be mentioned : It is strictly first-class ; it is centrally located (between Oak and Adams streets) on Summit, No. 201 ; it is a quiet and orderly place; it is managed with decorum and care; its cusine (which means table and cookery) is excellent ; it is a place where ladies may dine with perfect freedom and security from unpleasant associations, or from boister- ous conduct ; and, lastly, it is in every respect, such a place as is needed for our up town dinner, or meal of any kind, or for travelers and strangers in the city. Call in. Meals at all hours.
FOSTER & SNYDER BROS.
Located at Fostoria. Their business is that of dry goods, carpets, boots and shoes, clothing, and in fact, many other articles, in all of which they are heavy dealers. The firm is respectfully composed of C. W. Foster, Hon. Chas. Foster, D. D. Snyder and W. E. Snyder. The business management of this firm entirely devolves upon Mr. D. D. Snyder, a gentleman of largel'experience in the mercantile trade.
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LAKE ERIE & LOUISVILLE RAILWAY.
It was our design to have given an extended notice cf the above road, in connection with our historical sketche of important enterprises in Seneca and Sandusky cour ties, and especially as it is one of the important line passing through these two counties, and forming impor tant connections with the L. S. & M. S. Railroad a Fremont going east and west, and with the Penr sylvania Co., at Burgoon, with the Baltimore & Ohio a Fostoria, and with the D. & M. R. R., at Lima, makin close connections with all trains on these lines. Th general office of this company is located at Fremont, C W. H. Andrews is the General Passenger and Ticke A Agent, I. H. Burgoon, Receiver and Superintendent, an M. W. Seibert General Freight Agent. The abov named gentleman are able and efficient officers with larg experience in the Railroad business, and through whos management the Lake Erie. & Louisville Railroad daily growing in popular favor and building up on sound and paying basis, which is not only a pecuniar benefit to the stockholders of this road but adds largel to the wealth of the community through which it passe
ATTICA JOURNAL-ATTICA,
Is a neatly printed seven column paper, C. W. Cloug] editor and proprietor. The Journal is independent, ha a good circulation and well represented in the advertisin columns. Mr. Clough is a practical printer, and h paper well deserves the patronage of the business me of Attica.
THE TIFFIN TRIBUNE-TIFFIN,
Locke & Brother proprietors. Is a large ten colum paper, published every Thursday evening at Tiffin. Th Tribune is Republican in politics, and is an able. exponer of the party. Subscription price $2.00 per annum.
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KAHLO & CO-TOLEDO.
The illustrration shown elsewhere in this publication, of a beautiful scene along the line of the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad, and in books recently published by us, were furnished us by Messrs. Kahlo & Co., the agents for the companies lands, which embraces over 3,000,000 of acres, now for sale on eleven years ime, and 7 per cent. interest. Tickets at reduced rates and Circulars giving full information. Address, H. Kahlo & Co., 46 Madison St., Toledo, Ohio.
THE FOSTORIA REVIEW-FOSTORIA,
A weekly journal published every Friday morning at Fostoria, by O. J. & J. P. De Wolfe. The Review is an eight column paper, Republican in politics, and well sus- tained by the business community as well as enjoying a fair circulation throughout Fostoria and surrounding towns. The subscription price is $2.00 per year in advance.
THE BELLEVUE GAZETTE-BELLEVUE,
Published every Wednesday morning by Mr. George Hammer. The Gazette was established in 1866, and about one year ago came into the possession of the present proprietor. It is an eight page paper, nicely printed and ably edited, and from the general appearance would seem to be receiving its share of the public patron- age.
TIFFIN MONTHLY JOURNAL-TIFFIN, W. W. Sheibley & James D. Ely editors and proprietors. The Journel is devoted to the interest of real estate, and the advertising public. The mechanical part of the paper is done by Mr. E. R. Good & Bro., east Market street, the artistic Job Printers, and is therefore neatly printed, and creditable to all concerned,
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BROWN'S DIABETIC CURE-GREEN SPRINGS,
Is in every way worthy of special mention in our personal notices of prominent business men and leading institu- tions. The above institution which forms the subject of this brief sketch, was founded at Green Springs, in the year 1872, by the well known and eminent gentleman, J. L. Brown, M D., the discoverer of this very note worthy and successful cure. The institution is managed through- out all its departments by the doctor and wife, and patients may rest assured that they will meet with the kindest attention It is to this beautiful place and cure, says the doctor, we invite all, those suffering with Dia- betes, and warrant a cure, and if no cure, no pay. This cure is located near the Famous Mineral Springs, in the the most beautiful part of the thriving village of Green Springs. It is surrounded by evergreen trees, of eighteen years growth. Pleasant walks, and pure water abounds upon every side. Well ventilated rooms, delightful ver- andahs, always shaded by tall evergreens, and overlook- ing the beautiful carriage drive to the springs, as well as the town. The bath arrangements are unexcelled by any. The Bath Rooms are fitted up with an eye to comfort and convenience, as well as benefit to the Patient.
GREEN SPRING, O., Feb. 17, 1873.
We, the undersigned, citizens of Green Spring, Ohio, hereby cer- tify that we are acquainted with Thomas Parker, Benjamin Bretz and others whose statements are set forth in your circular; that they are persons of standing and character in the community, and their statements are entitled to the fullest confidence.
We also further state that Dr. J. L. Brown has been a regular practicing physician in our village for the past fourteen years, except what time he was in the army as Surgeon during the late war. Robert Smith, President First National Bank; Lester W. Roys, Cashier First National Bank; Rev. D. D. Hart, Pastor of the U. B. Church; Thos. J. Gard, Pastor M. E. Church, N. O. Conference; W. J. Merchant, Agent U. S. Express C .; Stinchcomb, Bro. & Co., Dry Goods Merchants; Davis & Myers, Hardware and Agricultural Implements; J. Q. A. Bennett, Druggist; J. Foncannon & Co., Sash, Door and Blind Manufacturers. Many additional testimon- als could be given, but are omitted for want of space.
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THE WISLER HOUSE-TIFFIN,
s now in order, and should have the careful attention of very reader. Mr. H. M. Wisler is the courteous and entlemanly proprietor of this house, and deserves much redit, from not only the citizens of Tiffin, but the travel- ng public, for the successful and satisfactory manner in which it is conducted. The Wisler House was opened 1 January, 1876, by its present proprietor. It is a fine arge four story brick building, and is undoubtedly one of he handsomest hotel buildings in the state. The rooms re large and well ventilated, and the house newly fur- ished throughout. Although it has been running but short time it is becoming very popular with the travel- ng public. The house is very pleasantly and conveniently ocated, and has good sample rooms.
BELLEVUE LOCAL NEWS-BELLEVUE,
Devoted to the interest of Bellevue and vicinity, and published by Dr. H. F. Baker & Son. The News is an line column journal, neatly printed and ably edited, and is well as furnishing a large amount of miscellaneous and editorial news, is a good local paper and should be sus- ained by the citizens of Bellevue. Subscription price, $1.50 per annum.
THE FOSTORIA DEMOCRAT-FOSTORIA, Meyer & Hays proprietors. This is a five column quarto journal, Democratic in politics, with a fair circu- ation and well sustained by the business men. The proprietors are both young enterprising gentlemen, practical printers, and should in no way be neglected by he well wishers of a Democratic newspaper in this com- nunity.
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O. P. SNYDER-TIFFIN,
Is now in order, and deserving of mention among the prosperous and well-to-do business houses of Tiffin. Mr. Snyder is a young man of no ordinary business ca- pacity, as can easily be seen by a glance through his elegantly arranged establishment. His line is that of foreign and domestic fruits of every description. He is doing a fine business and carries a large stock, and his place known as Snyder's new block, Washington st.
P. HUDDLE-TIFFIN,
Is one of the prominent real estate dealers of Tiffin, and is in every respect worthy of special note. Mr. Huddle established himself in the real estate business at Tiffin in the year 1875. His success from the commencement has been more than ordinary, and it is confidentially asserted by his friends, that he has been transacting a larger real estate business than any other dealer in the county. His present lucrative business and past success has been acquired by fair and honorable dealing with the public.
THE DEMOCRATIC MESSENGER
A large nine column weekly paper, published at Fremont, Mr. Jas. M. Osborn editor and proprietor. The Messen- ger was originally established in 1849, it has changed hands several times since its establishment, and before Mr. Osborn assumed control. The Messenger is an ably conducted journal, Democratic in politics, and de- serves a liberal support as the organ of the Democratic party in Sandusky county.
The famous Clock, (the work of many years, ) located in the tower of the beautiful Strasburg Cathedral.
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HISTORICAL.
In-as-much as the history of the different towns cover most of the facts pertaining to the early settlement of the counties, it will probably not be out of place to give an interesting narrative pertaining to this country of an earlier period, and before there was any settlement north-west of Ohio, until after the decla- ration of Independence, in consequences of a proclama- tion by the king of Great Britian, as all the lands west of the sources of the Atlantic were under the jurisdiction of his sovereignty, and this whole country one vast waste of wilderness, inhabited only by the unmerciful savages who roamed the forests as the monarchs of the great wilderness, and woe to the man or brute that crossed his path. The inhabitants of the frontier of Virginia, Pennsylvania and New York, during the revo- lutionary war became the scene of many depredations and massacres of the inhabitants ; and in 1783 an effort was made to procure volunteers for the purpose of fitting out an expedition to repress their future invasion. The volunteers were to meet at a certain spot along the shore of the Ohio, about fourty miles above Fort Pitt. Col. Crawford was selected to lead the expedition.
On the appointed day, four hundred and fifty mounted volunteers assembled at the Mingo village and impa- tiently awaited the arrival of their colonel. Crawford who accepted the appointment, which had been so unanimously pressed upon him, a few days before the
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day of rendezvous, passed through Pittsburgh, on his way to the appointed place. He there prevailed upon Dr. Knight to accompany the detachment as surgeon, and having provided such medical stores as were likely to be useful on the expedition, he lost no time in putting himself at the head of his troops.
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