125 years ago

october 17, 1884

The contrast in Marion between now and a few weeks ago, as to peace and order, is so conspicuous as to excite universal comment. It fitly emphasizes the difference between the reign of free whisky and a vigorously enforced prohibitory statute, and ought to be sufficient to win every honest anti-prohibitionist to the side of the law.

Butcher Schmidt has sold out his meat market to Mr. Geo. Houser, and will go back to Austria in a month or two on a visit. We suppose he is merely going back to marry some former sweetheart, and will return to Marion to live. We will all miss Schmidt. We will miss his gentle whisper, and his vociferous smile. With all his eccentricities Wendzell Schmidt is a kind-hearted, honest man, and we wish him joy in his journey.

Dr. Elliot wants to purchase a good mare, from four to six years old. One that is gentle and kind and will drive a single buggy.

The county has purchased the lots east of the court house, fronting on Fourth street, which enlarges its property to a full half black, fronting west, east and south—very desirable property, indeed.

The Ladies Aid Society have arranged for an oyster supper in Rogers’ Hall Friday night of next week. Cake and coffee will also be served. The public is cordially invited.