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THE TIMES ...Job Department Is equipped with fast presses and the newest faces of type and only first-class work men are employed. PRICES REASONABLE FOR GOOD WORK. THE TIMES Goes into the best hojmes in Shiawassee county and its contents are carefully read by r 1 17 an intelligent class of readers. The use of its advertising col umns convinces advertisers of VOL, XVII, NO. 25, OWOSSO. HICH., SEPT. 6, 1895. WHOLE NO. 789 this fact. E M IN JiJJ f Tr Of a 11 for Infants Cas toria Is so well ada pted to children that I recommend it as superior to any prescription inown to mo." IL A. Archer, 11. D., Ill So. Oxford St, Brooklyn, X. Y. Tho use of 'Cos toria la bo universal and ts merits so well known that It seems a work of supererogation to endorse It. Few are the Intelligent families who do not keep Cas toria within easy roach." Carlos Mjutnru, D. D., New York City. Knapp & Smith. We shall show some of the best bargains in FURNITURE during the week of the Fair ever shown to the people of the county. Gall in and look our stock over; leave your wraps and we will take care of them wh'ile you are at the Fair. . Remember we have special sales each day of the Fair. Knapp & Smith. We have got them and are right in it now, having bought the same orchard , we have had for the last three years. We are in position to give you better Peaches than any house in the county. N The good varieties are now coming in freely, and it will be clear sailing from now on. No more trash, the early sorts are out of the way and free-stones are in the market. Yours trulv, MALL MAIN ST. GTIOCERS, THE HORSE BRING YOUR JOB PR1NTINQ TO THE TlflES nnnnnra n mm BrandS and Children. Castorla cures Colic, Constipation, Sour Stomach, Dlarrhcaa, Eructation, Kills 'Worms, gives deep, niJ promotes di gestion. Without injurious medication. "For several years I lir.ro recommended yourCastoria,' on 1 chall always continuo to do so as it ha3 invariably produced beneficial results." Edwin F. r.vnnnn. II. E 135th Street and 7th Ave., New York City, Thk Centavr Company, 77 Murray Street, I'wr York Crrr. BROS B If OWOSSO, MCII. SHOE BRANDS BONE FERTILIZERS best WHEAT GROWERS IK- One bag per acre insures good Wheat. and Grass Crops. Write for circular and prices. N. V. FERTILIZING CO., Manufacturers, UNION STOCK YARDS, CHICAGO, ILL. JOB R00T1S, tfHE ONLY COMPLETE JOB PRINTINO OUTFIT IN SHIAWASSEE COUNTY. 1! Fifteen Thousand Happy People Gather In Michigan's Most Prosperous City. Manufacturer, rierchant, Professional Man, Farmer, Laborer and Citizen Mingle Together as United and Contented Representatives of American Life. FINE ADDRESSES, A GRAND TRADES DIS PLAY, ExcrriNa and well-contested oames AND SPORTS FILL UP THE DAY. Owosso has again proven Itself the peer of any city In the world as an entertainer. No rich or poor, no high or low, no nation ality, religion or 'creed, no requirements were made. Labor's great day was to be celebrated, and all people were asked to mingle as one grand brotherhood and re joice In the prospect of the dawning of a new day In which labor shall again be recognized as the all deserving power and friend of the nation. Fifteen thousand glad hearts anjd voices were In Owosso last Mon day and a more orderly and satisfied look ing crowd was never In the city.' Owosso merchants, manufacturers, pro fessional men and all citizens had Joined with the committees tn v charge and every thing was carried out on time and to the full satisfaction of the thousands. The city was a mass of beautiful decora tions from the bridge to the square and from tho depot to Tark street. "Welcome" In red, white aud blue was 6een every where and lu the faces of the people It was equally as prominent. From all directions came the people and In all directions have gone out the satisfied people who know and rejoice In the condition of the laborer of Owosso, who wants not as do a great many In other sections, for the necessities of life, but who, by care and diligence, have made for themselves lovely aud cheerful horae9, and who are .always . ready to share tho comforts so richly bestowed. . The celebration was a success In every way. The visitors report a grand time, the business men a good trade and the home people have the satisfaction of conducting the most successful celebration In the 6tate. THE PARADE. The parade was, without exception, tbe most complete and well arranged display of the business interests In every line ever made In central Michigan and one of tbe best, except In point of numbers, ever seen In Michigan. .Every branch of trade was represented but tho vegetable and fruit dis play was in the lead and would have done credit to the famous Yakima valley of Washington. Forming at the M. C promptly at teu o'clock, it came down Main street, . turned up Water to Oliver.east on Oliver to Wash ington and down Washington to the bridge. Headed by 13ros' First Infantry Band, one of the best in the state and followed by the the Lansing Company of the Michigan Na tional Guard and Co. O, of this city, in charge of Major Both, mado a diznilled and commanding forerunner. President of tho Day 0. W. Parker preceded the Lansing band which wan followed by the speaker's carriage containing Hon. Jnuiei O'Donnel, of Jackson, James O'Connel, of Chicago, hrad of the International Machinists'' Asso ciation of America. Mayor Gould, James Osb'urn and City Attorney Hadaall. Qunck p nbush Post, with martial bnnd, roused the enthusiasm of the veterans and patriotic people all along tho line and they were wel comed all aloug tho route.' The 'Owosso City Band followed by the city fire depart ment and Us well equipped and shining wagons and steamer gaily decorated was a winning feature eagerly watched by the thousands. The trade display was led by the T., A. A. & N. M. By. car shop men, tho boiler men having a large boiler upon which six men were at work and upon which was the well known kev trade mark ot tho road. The machinists had fifty men in line in working array, a strong healthy, Industrious and prosperous looking set of organized la borers. The Kalamazoo Bargain Store, with Us million aud one articles represented several of Its departments, the tin pan hubs of the vehicle sending the sparkling sunlight into the eyes of the crowd. An engine In white 6teamlng along with a boiler trailer upon which five men were Industriously pounding and working made known the Owosso Boiler Works. Crowe Bros., uniqueand orlglual as usual, pleased the old and young with a couple of clowns who brought the first laugh from tho spectators. M. L. Parker had a complete display of his brick business, Including a clay press-' lng machine, dump cars, other machines and loads of fancy and plain brick. His five wagons were all representative aud the display, Al. The "farm tramp" followed aud he was a 6ure winner, even the horn blowers remain ing quiet as he passed with his ugly looking pitchforks. "Duff, the Korker" always pleases, even If he has to use Imps. This time "Tho Brownies" did his work, making tea in a big kettle, the big Dutch Brownie acting as chief cook aud bottle washer. A fife and drum band, carefully secreted, advertised the well known dealers, Murray & Terbush. D. L. Murphy's men were doing a- fine Job of paper hanging, Interesting to the on lookers. Hartshorn & Son did themselves proud, having one of the finest displays. Their mammoth wagon was beautifully trimmed and even the plow was made to look like a parlor ornament, while other Implements were so well fixed out that It seemed a shame that they must be turned out for use In dirt, wind, storm and heat. The five little ones 6eated In a surrey were a3 happy as though among their dolls In the play robm corner and everyone waved them a greeting. J. n. Thorn represented the feed business bv two well arranged wagons. . Tho "Devil" was there, smiling and sweet with his winning ways and bad eye (and sinner gathering pitchfork and tail.) The Argus printed and distributed dodgers and well represented the printers' trade. Kollln Pond had a black monument but not to make It too mournful trimmed it with red, White and bfue. Payne Bros, made tho largest display, having six well arranged and tempting fruit and vegetable wagons representlnc, their customers, Blchardson, Hookway, Duff, Currey, Hall Bros, aud Walsh. W. A. Richardson had samples of various kinds and many carried away a reminder of his display. M. A. Sprague & Co. had a big black mortar and pestle that would have held medicine enough to kill or cure the 10,000 visitors. Paris & Son, with two rigs, advertised as a family supply house, having one ot the largest rigs In the line. L. L.' Brewer displayed a number of the leaders in his fine stock of boots and shoes. GiUett Bros., gardeners, displayed a load of vegetables that would have kept a family all winter and everything looked first class. The Johnson Baking Company had crack ers enough in their load to use up all the cheese in Michigan in lunches, yet such loads are becoming a regular, thing at the factory, the goods being of such quality that the demand is rapidly increasing. P. M. Rothes wheel display 'was as neat as tho Major himself and the styles and quality of the goods displayed are 6uch as will niako a big business for his side issue. Geeck, the barber, had a lather machine that turned out enough stuff to cover every whisker In tho county. Hall Bros., the leaders in peaches, had a load of that fruit that would make the inuth water and it Is a wonder it escaped without being devoured by tho hungry visi tors. ' The watermelon agon would have delighted the most fastidious coon. .J. & U. Frieseke had a burning kiln cf brick, a most novel sight for most people. Other machines completed the display of this very popular brick llrm. Frank Dean had a lightning tentorial ait lit who shaved the same man one hundred timvs on the march and saved him that troublesome barber shop wait for a year. Tho Ann Arbor Mills' aud the Owosso Milling Company displayed their goods on wagons 1" tu shape ot bags of their known brands of Hour, tho Owosso Milling Company making a special display of their justly popular "Prince" brand W flour. M. D. Corey's Wagons showed not. only tho neatness and supcrioilty of his oatflt.but the laundry work dlp)ajed would convince fcven tho homliest man that he could become good looking with his outfit put in shape by him. , . Crowe & Payne, the enterprising and popular agricultural dealers displayed the wonderful corn harvester that will make the fanner's burden of work lighter and even make up for fifty cent wheat. F. B. Holman'a baud of joungster3 in yellow attracted attention and made a good hit. Harry Cole properly advertised his own ing and tent business. Hunt's O. K. flour was recognized by the hundreds who live on tho bread made from it. . Cook & Co., boot and shoo dealers, an nounced a big clearing sale, ou a mammoth tent wagon. Cook & Melvln lost no time in the parade. A forge, anvil etc. were placed on thjr watcon and a horse was shod, u wheel re paired and a tire put on, and, as they do always, completed a first class Job. It was a most Interesting display of real business. The bull hitched to an old fashioned ox cart that came next In line was by far the Highest of all in Leavening Power. BSOE.GJ'ffEILV PURE greatest novelty In tho parade. A regular old fashioned North Carolina rig with a couple to match, driving with bit and bridle, sturdy old bull. They received the heart iest encore of the day. Castree & Shaw showed the new stacker which Is a joy to the farmers and a most valuable addition to farm machinery. A traction engine, a hay press and a seperator to which the blower stacker was attached filled out a complete exhibit. C. W. Parker decorated his delivery wagon In colors as a grocery advertisement. Williams & Co , the milk dealers, put one of their best animals on a wagon and showed to the uninitiated the method of ex tracting the good white fluid therefrom. C. H. Currey's new painted wagon made a neat appearance as did a large load of vegetables sold him by Payne Bros. Todd & Co. and John Brooks & Sou dis played coal and appliances for its handling, logs etc. Aiken & Cooper displayed neatly the branches of their hay, feed and supply busi ness. The well known aud excellent llne3 of goods sold by Ira G. Curry were displayed on a large wagon neatly arranged. The Garland range was recognized'by many who can testify to its merit. Knapp & Smith upholstered a settee while enroute and exhibited a few pieces of fine furniture that attracted the visitor's eye and showed the good taste of the firm In their Hue of business. Music, music, music was turned out Irom the Michigan Sewing Machine & Organ Co.'s wagon and it was a pleasant diversion for this part ot the parade. The instru ments used were the finest of the kind made while the pieces played were the latest. This company always has an Idea aud it always pleases. The Muskegon Brewing Co. took along several kegs of their beer and dealt It out to some gentlemen who kindly and easily disposed of it. Miss Minnie Warren's millinery business was represented by some frogs and fancl- ly adorned oirls. The Estey Carriage Company made one of Its carriages while enroute showing to the people the care and accuracy with which all of Its goods are made, making it a Justly popular company. The Lake Ice Company's big wagon3, all of which are iu coustant use, showed tho volume of this company's business. L. Ktob trimmed everything with golden rod and evergreen, making a pleasant di version from the red, white and blue, so prevalent. A big hat of black with yellow baud, attracted attention. "40 miles to get a suit from Lauudy & Glasco" adorned tbe toughest looking outfit in the parade. A poor oid banged up horse nnd a couple of rum blossomed tramps did their shard to help out the ad. Wm. Jocllng drove oue of his rigs that looked mighty comfortable, as a sample of the kind his livery sends out. The prizes awarded were: Most abject specimen of tramp, Ray Re- tan, largest loaf of bread lu Michigan, mado by Johuson Baking Co. Typical Irishman, George Copas, steel shovel. - Best turnout representing dry weather and haul times, Mr. Monroe, S3. Most comical "Old Country Dutchman," Ben Fisher, bottle Catawba wine, pipe and cake of Llmburger cheese. Most comical pair In procession. James Lindsey and friend, oue pound Duff's Kor- ker tea. Most cooiical and ridiculous horse and rider, both captured by Let Uubbell, saw buck and box of Spana Cuba cigars. Tallest man on" foot, O. B. Crowner, pair of pants. Best old-time New England hired man, A. Cruinui, i;ood pitchfork. Best hard times band, Getchell & Smith. 10 ; second prize, Riudge fc Beehler. Most comical representation of old couple ridlug, with complete Josh Whltcomb out fit, Jim Copas and A. D. Chase, set of tin goinls. SPOUTS AND GAMES. The base ball games were one of the best features of the day's program and by far the most Interesting to the crowds that attended. In the morning the Lansing crowd to the number of over five huudred filled the left side bleachers and yelled and screeched and guyid whenever the slightest opportunity presented Itself. But, ala? for them, they were to be disappointed In having any glori ous opportunities. Owosso went to bat snd - - Latest U. S. Gov't Report T7 n Whisner started the Owosso enthusiasm by making a clean single, advancing to third on Cull's hit and scoring on Blooinlngston'a out. Lansing with Robinson in the box, holding. Ferguson for the afternoon game, came .with the inteution of repeating the former doses given the Colts. The Owosso people were well prepared and as the heavy batters of their team came up and one strik ing out and the others going out so easily at. first, mado a good show for tho rounds of wild cheering, horn blowing and war whooping. Clark came to bat In the second and the Lanslug bleachers commenced oa howl and "Roby," the pretty "Baby" pitch er, trying to be funny, tossed over a few balls one of which Clark hit with a ven geance and when the bluffers had righted their faces, Clark was resting ou third bag. It was a chance of a life time for a roast and Lansing got it. The score was tied in the second but in the third, hits by Cull, . Bloomingston, Wilson and Harmon brought in two runs and Lansing was beaten. Two more runs were added in the fifth by hits by Derr, Wilson aud Haynes and two in the eighth by hits by Clark, Bloomingston and Donovan. Lansing made a run in the sec ond, third, fifth, seventh aud ninth. The summary Is as follows: 123456789 R H E Owosso 1 03 0 2 0020 7 9 5 Lansing 0 11010101 5 9 5 Two base hit Clark. Three base hits Clark, Gleason. Stolen bases Owosso 3; Lansing 1. Base on balls off Clark 3; off Robinson 3. Hit by pitcher by Robinson 1. Struck out by Clark 2; by Robinson 3. Time 2:00. Umpire Grogau. Attendance 1,500. The afternoon game was witnessed by nearly two thousand people and it was a happy and well satisfied crowd. A first class ball game, fought from the start until darkness prevented further play, full of brilliant plays and but two costly error? oue on each side, costing one run each. One and one stood the game for three in nings while the spectators uproariously cheered everything, even a strike. Gleason, formerly with the Owosso team, pitched for Lansing, and but for his magnificent work, Owosso would have been an easy wifitifr. Yet thi homn people, cave him a goo t reception. He is a nue ball player and a gentleman. Kern pitched for the first time In over two weeks and but for a little wildneos In the first part of the game, did good work". Three times were two men left on bases by excellent team work by the Colts and they were once retired with the bases full. It lo;keJ like a lost game In the seventh and again in the eighth but the best Lansing could do was to tic the game and their friends were satisfied. The score: 1 2 8 4 5 0 7 8 li H E Owosso 1 0012101 0 8 3 Lansing 1 0002021 0 10 6 Batteries Kern and Donovan; Gleason and Eltom. Two base hits McKevitt. Ilarlaud. , Three base hits Uarlaud, Daly. Base on balls- oil Kern 5; off Gleason 6 Hit by pitcher by Gleason 1. Struck out by Kern 1; Gleason 3. Time 1:45. Umpire Grogan. Attendance 2,000. . The sports and games were called soon after the speaking. They were held ou East Exchange street and were witnessed by a large crowd. The management of the games was in the hands of Joe Terrell, who appointed a committee to help supervise matters and keep the records of the con tests. The first sport called was the climb ing of the greased pole. The pole was about tWenty-fivo feet in height, pmall In diameter and smeared -thickly with lard. It took quite a time before any one muster ed courage enough to make the attempt, and even then the pole was feo greasy that it was scarcely possible for a person to get high enough for the crowd to see him. No one succeeded In getting half way to the top of the pole, and this feature was de clared off. Two men started in the fat man's raw and although neither were very fat, each ran to beat, and tho prize was awarded to John GotT, who had the advantage of longer legs and less avoirdupois than his opponent. The running iuniD had a number of onn testants who tried hard. The prize in this contest was won by A. Wilkinson, who covered seventeen feet. The Jumping took place in the center of Exchange street and the ground was too hard for such work and some of the contestants were hurt by the falls. Tbe one hundred and fifty yards boy's race also had a good number of starters and at the finish Hubert Wright, Forder Ber ner and Fred Miller were so closely tie I