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Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
ABSENCE Ole MIND.

Anecdotes illustrating absence Of mind,
seem TO bo less frequently related in the news.
papers than formerly. For several months,
there seemed 10 be perfect mania for this spe.
cles ofnveution; for the press has its fashions
OF wit. sometimes attacking busties--some-
times making general soriie upon bishops
and thea again perpetraIng awful puns OF a.
bominable Wellerisms--un,il they run the
thing fairly into the ground; and presently
some new species Of wilcsm is started by the
whole editorial fraternity. to take It's run and
be succeeded by something else. But the
following instance of absence of mind may do
TO relate, though such modern instances be out
Of date; inasmuch as it is matter Of literal
fact
A very excellent, single minded man in one
of our most ilourlshipg mining villages il
Grant county. had a calf which was taken sick
and died. Wishing to bury the calf, in min
eral hole, as people generally do who are sur
rounded by mineral holes, our friend harnessed
his horse and dragged The calf to the nearest
mineral hole. lie then deliberately unlocked
the traces, pitched the horse into the mineral
hole, dragged the calf back by hand to the sta
bic from which he had jus, taken the horse
tied it in the stall, poured a peck of oats io,c
the feed trough; and never found on, his blan,
der until the next morning, when looking fol
his harness.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
From the Galena Sentinel
Church.
No. s.

Mr.. Editor:-t find that my profess
sional business is INCREASING: always
knew it woodworking like the gift
of continuance. ! had a call at the
court in Iowa territory, Dubuque-so
| took passage on board the good
steamer Revcile-and after a short
passage arrived safe.-Dubuque is at
this time quite flourishing; it calls to
remembrance past scenes. had
been acquainted with its location (Du
buque) when the Red Skins occupied
the land. So, | met many old ac-
quaintances who greeted my appear
ance. Among them, soon began to
enquire as to professional business, par
ticularly how our Uncle Sam came on,
who had, for some time been putting,
blowing and prospecting in a profess
sional way at court and calling all
esspassors-dcclaring that "the d.
vine right of kings" has been invaded
in these diggings. | was partly show
ed the records Of the court, when my
attention was called to the following
causes, which have come to their final
issue. The defendants distinguished
counsel kindly lent me their aid, and
by it, was enabled toreport the two
following cases, to wit, (bclow) and
likewise, Fee bill attached TO the same.
These fees are all paid by the govern
ment for the benefit of the miners
When | take into consideration the
generosity Of Uncle Sam to his distin-
guished counscllors from all parts, as
well as the aid of the whole organized
corps Of the war department, to assist,
as well as the Attorney General Of the
U. S.-not forgetting corporal Flame
gan and sergeant-major Cunningham
whose ever memorable service long
will be remembered in these digging.
rs well as at Galcna and at Snake; for.
am Informed, that the plaintiff has
paid as high as two thousond dollars for
a single professional gentleman; and as
he, from the report Of these two cases,
lit appears, he, the plaintiff, thinks,
from the multitude Of counsel there Is
safely. But | am rather inclined to
think, as DR.. Franklin said, sis he not
paving too dear for his whistles"
Yours,
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

The CANAL LoA. Letters received by the
Hibernia, says the New YorkJournaI Of Com
merce, safe lha, the bond holders approve the
course Of The Illinois Legislature, in reference
to The payment Of interes. on the State debt.
and the completion Of The Illinois and Michi-
gan Canal. The money requisite 10 complete
this grea. work will be advanced as rapidly as
required. The frs, iusialment of IL l2 per
cent, is payable on The 26Ih inst, the day be-
fore the election Of the trustees, who are char
ged with the disbursement of the fund.- and in
vested with the other functions which apper-
ianed 10 The old board Of Canal Commission
ers. and in fact with all powers necessary 10
secure The speedy completion of the Canal.
Galena Gazette.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
ARRIVAL OF THE HIBERNI.
FIFTEEN DAYS LATER FROM
EUROPE,

The Hibernia arrived at Boston IN
the morning Of the 9th.
BY the this arrival we have both
London and Liverpool papers to the
18th ult.
The general aspect of trade remains
about the same.
Thore is nothing important from Fl.
Their France or Spain.
The Oregon question continues to
attract considerable attention in Eng.
land.
Flemish papers give a sad account,
of inuodations in various parts of Bel.
gum and Germany, arising from the
change in the weather.
Ireland continues comparatively
quiet, though there are rumors that o.
Conncll intends soon to make a new
move Of some kind.
The London Produce markets have
been marked bya good deal ofbusiness.
The home trade is active, but IS the
supply is liberal, and merchants come
forward with their goods freely, prices
have been receding.
Mr.. Everett the American Minister,
entertained a distinguished party of
the nobility on Thursday. Lord
Brougham was among the number.
The Post office revenue exhibits an
improvement over last year to the a.
mount Of $4,000.
Pennsylvania five per cent stocks
arc quoted at 90.
The frost has been so intense on the
Danube, that rocks, which for ccntur-
les had DISTRACTED the navigation near
Lintz, suddenly burst, and thus opened
the bed Of the river.
Marshal Sault has brought before the
French Chambers a magnificent pro-
ject for arming the Notifications of
Paris, and for enlarging the forlilica.
tons Of various places on the coast.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

The ANTrRENTERs.-Ap party of" Indians
recently attempted to enter the house Of Sam
uel Crown. a, Sandlake, N. Y, for the pur-
pose, as they said, Of cutting out his tongue.
He received them with his rife, which mis-
sed fire, but after knocking down two or three
with the butt, neighbors came to the rescue,
and the Indians decamped. -Four aulirent
prisoners, Knapp. Kelly, Burill, and Temp
kins, nave been tried and convicted at Delhi,
Delaware county; Kelly was fined $3.50, and
the others sent TO The State Prison for two
years each. There is still a disposition to re,
sist The law in Cattaraugus county.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
RED CLAY.
Upper Mississippi Lead Mines,
May 10, 1915.
CASES.
United States

Lucus II. Edwards g. ]. Langworihy )
This was an action Of trespass com
mcnced in the district court of Dubu-
quo county, Iowa Territory, TO Nov.
term, 1912, to recover damages for
digging and carrying away lead ore
from the public lands-damagcs laid at
S4O.000-Weston, Dcshler, Berry,
Wilson, Law, Buttcrhcld, ct. el., coun-
sci for plaintiff, Davies and Crawford
for defence; plea, lcase,and license
The case was continued from term to
term until May term, 1915, when it
came on for trial. His Honor. L. S.
Wilson, presiding. The de(endants,to
support the issue Of their part. relied
upon the general policy of the Govern
ment in relation to the occupancy and
settlement Of the public lands. 1t was
admitted that tie defendants raised and
carried away from the public lands,
large quantities of mineral. 1t APP
pcarcd from the testimony of the wit
nesseS, that the value of all lands were
increased by the digging for and the
discovery of the mineral; that the lot
from which the mineral was taken.
would sell for more, after the mineral
was taken away than it would, if no
mining had been done on il, because II
was now proved mineral ground; it
further appeared, that mining, in gen
cral was loosing business; that while
one person made money, nine lost,
The ease went to the Jury. which
after duly considering the case return
ed rerdict for the plaintiff, and as
sesscl The damages Eve cts; whcreup-
on, il was considered BY tn court. that
the plaintiff have and recover of and
from the said defendants the said sum
Of five cents damages, and that their
costs Of suit to be taxed a. five cents
and hat they have execution therefor.
The case of the United States a
gaiuss Antoine Lore, VIM. c Sod
dard aud JOAN McMIahan, was the
samc;the government claiming S20,-
OC0. which was tried in district court.
at nov. term. lStj-vertict, ivc css.
taken to supreme court by plaintiff:
On hearing there. it WAS sent back for
new trial Tried again at Feb term
1915. verdict for plaintiff, 5 Ct, DANA
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

FArAL CAsuALrv We are panied 10 learn.
from Prairie du Chen. tina, on the 18th inst.
Thomas b, son Of the Hon. i. b. aud Lu-
Ella NJ. Borneit. of this county, aged two years
and six months. received a kick from q horse
so severe as 10 cause sudden death. IL sp'
pears mat several boys we're playing around
pair Of horses and handling their feet, when The
lsmen,able blow was inflicted. We deeply
sympa,hise with The bereaved parents for the
loss Of a promising child. and point them to
the .rea, Healer Of woes, as the cniy so0ros
shat affords real consolation 10 'be hour Of af'
fie,lon
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

STEAM NAVY OF FRANcE.-A correspond
ent of the N. y. Tribune says: " In the pres
ent aspest Of things i. might be Of interest to
know that the Steam Navy Of France is com.
posed Of four frigaies, 90 guns each, one of
$40 and three Of $50 horse power; one sloop
OF 20 guns, 800 horse power; seven Shops Of
guns each. all of 900 horse power; twenty.
three sloops of G guns each. all Of l60 horse
power; Is vessels OF 80 to 100 horse power,
each armed with A 10 G small pieces; IL
Transatlantic steamships, 10 Of these vessels
are OF $50 horse power and can be armed as
corvettes-s0 war steamers; 6 steamers OF
$50 horse power. and IL Of 100 to l60 horse
power are used in transporting the Mail TO Al
gierS &c. Total Of veasels belonging to the
State and capable Of being armed, %. The
number Of steamers employed in commerce in
France is l0e. Total of all steamboats, in
FIance. coo.
Compare this statement with that Of our
Secretary of tho Navy published last Decem-
Der. II appears that our Navy does not COM
prise, all told. more than 20 vessels. and to
reach this figure an old hulk used in the dock
yards as cistern or teash-.u6 is included
The number Of steamers in the Merchant Ser
vice in the United States must be ten fold
c:caier than that Of France, and yet We have
but four or FIVE steam vessels in our Navy"
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
From Winners News Letter.
DOMESTIC SUMMARY.

The news of the past fortnight is
of domestic rather than general inter-
est, and has relation chiefly 20 the par.
liamentary grant, proposed BY Sir Rob
ert Peel for the improT cment of the
education provided e. Roman Catho-
lie students, in the college Of May
nooth. A large number of the sup
portcrs Of the established church con-
slider this grant to be tantamount to
the endowment of Property. and G.
vince very strong opposition TO the
proposal, in which they are assisted by
the Dissenters. who are against almost
all advocates for the voluntary princ;-
pie of religion, and against the endow-
ment of any Church whatever by the
state, though receiving themselves
benefit from the Regium D0nnm.
There can, however, be little doubt
that the primer will carry his measure,
as he is we'll upheld by large body
Of the Protestant clergy and laty,
who arc Of opinion that something is
necessary to be done TO show the Ro-
man Catholic people of Ireland that
they arc wrong in entertaining an i'm
preston that England is disposed TO
trample upon them and their religion,
and that the best way OF extending the
principles OF the reformation is TO furn-
ish the professors of Roman Catholic
ism with an improved secular cduca-
ton.
A beneficial effect has already been
produced in Ireland from the mere an
nouncemcnt OF the ministerial propos-
ition; the power of agitation Is plainly
on the wane; O'Connell has postponed
his intended meeting at Clontarf-has
cvinced desire to iratcrnize with the
Premier in his efforts for the amelloro-
ton Of the country, and is all gratitude
for favors to come, whilst the high no,
man Catholic clergy arc satisfied, and
the English prelates of the Catholic
Church, to the number often or eleven
at present in London, have forwarded
to Sir Robert Peel their united THANKS
for his conduct =,
The next qualification to be pTo'lu-
cd for Ireland is the visit OF the queen
and her Royal Consort 10 that portion
of her Majesty's dominions, an even,
that will be most enthusiastically hsliGu
BY the loyal populace. It's generally
supposed that Her Majesty and Prince
Aiber, will arrive there about the md
die Of July, and atsthey will occuP!
apartments in Dublin Castle and me
Vice Regal Lodge. The leading MN,
listers will attend the Royal pair, 'nG
O'Connell has promised them go0n
reception.
The English stock market IS ioS'n5
lis gloomy appearance, oceaslonea a.. ~
the frst Instance by an impression .na'
differences would occur between tins
country and Americs, and in the sec
on5 br Che possible fate of the ministry
anon the MaynOOth grant question
Tbrrs SNOW return Of confidence up
On both these subjects, and operation
dealing for the rise has given a return
~ frmness to the market. Counseas
;nprored, on Thursday. 10 90 IA 10 .
{ for money, and 90 ID to IS for IN N.
account. Three-and-a-quarter per u
IOI SIS. Bank Stock 2O9 10 to 2lV /
?, and Exchequer Bills 80 to 81 p
minIm.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

Appointments BY rHE PREsiDENr.--The
following appointments are officially anooun-
ced IN the Uuion:
Robert II. Morris, Deputy Postmaster in
the city Of New York, in place Of John Lori.
mer Graham, removed.
Ely Moore. Marshal OF the southern dis
,ric, Of New York, in place Of Silas ". Sui
well, removed.
Michael Hoffman. Naval Oticer in the CRY
OF New York, III place OfJeremiah TOwie, re
moved.
Hon. q. A. BijlseS, ChaEe ,9 New Gre.
nads,
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

We learn by the Milwaukee papers that The
Miwaukieans had quite bois,erous time OF
it on the morning of the sh. 1t seems that the
difficulty grew out OF spiri, Of rivalry be-
tween The East and West Wards, which lead
10 an attempt, by the citizens of the latter, to
destroy one Of the public bridges OF the town
The alarm was given, and the people OF The
Eas, Ward convened almost en- masse TO take
measures of redress for this violent destruction
OF public work. For a time the excitement
was so great it was much feared by the calm.
or portion of the community, (Which comPrls-
sd bui very email numbe) that terrible ret
ribution would be visited upon the persons and
properly Of those who were understood 10 be
The author Of the outrage. But after the eoun'
selling for more peaceable measures. com
millee was appointed to effect II possible on
smicable adjustment of The difficulties, and 'he
crowd finally dispersed.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

FEMALES IN CoAIPlTs.-lt is asserted by an
English paper, tina, the number Of women EN-
ployed in those coal districts where this prac-
tee prevailed. is as great as i, was before
Lord Ashley's Ac, was passed. The fact is.
the poor creatures must do this or sisrve; they,
therefore, put on meas apparel, and work as
men. where they before worked as women
Unless the condition OF the people be be,iered,
il is useless to NEEDLE with the employmenis
By which they sustain life.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

From MexIco.-The New Orleans papers
of the sth, contain news from Mexico brought
by the Creole, but The rumor Of the decara'
lion Of war is no. confirmed. The news is
unimporani. Another severe shock Of an
earthquake had been experienced at the city
of Mexico. and the greatest excitement pre-.
vailed among the inhabitants. Many valda'
BILE buildings were Frustrated, the people fled
TO The public squares, and many have taken
refuge 10 field tents. 1t was thought. howey-
or. that the shocks would cease. as the voIca-
no Of 81. Martin. which had been inactive for
eighty years, had began TO emf. flame and la
va.
With regard 10 Texas, says Tho n. o. Bee,
the Mexican government seems disposed TO
acknowledge her independence. and is willing
TO select France and England as umpires -
Such 10 Tho tenor of our information.
A correspondent of The Bulletin writes, by
the Creole, tina, the American squadron. Poto-
mac, Falmouth. Summers and Lawrence were
of the port Of Vera Cruz. Considerable ex-
ciiemen, was created upon their arrival. and
"war with the United States" was the only
topic of conversation. The Mexican people
were eager for the war alarm 10 be sounded
but the government hesIaled.
Not word Of Santa Anna.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
Wise SIN HER Al d,

Look CUT FOR ScAMP.-We have received
printed circular asking aid in detecting a
:. grand rascal and most blackheared theft
The man referred TO calls himself :. DR.. Chas.
E. Pierce German by birth. 26 years old,
5 feet Ten inches high, dark hair, ford COM
plexion, near-sigbted and wears speciacles.-
He stole grey horse. buggy, and watch, and
absconded from Liberty. Uuion county. Indi-
ana, about the FIRST of April Milwaukee
Courier.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

~ Steamers now carry passengers from
Wheeling to Louisville for from three to hive
dollars, board and lodging included. From
ST. Louis or Louisville to New Orleans for
$40, board and lodging included. The dis
lance from Louisville TO New Orleans, l,l00
miles. From 81. Louis TO New Orleans, l.
900.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

GENIAL JAeKsoN's PAPERs.-The Globe
says letter has been received by Mr.. Biair
from General Jackson, informing the latter
tina, he has left all his papers to him, and rs-
quests him 20 use them in viudica,icg his
character should il be assaled
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

Several names are mentioned by the Demo
cratic papers of the Territory ioy the consider
alton ofihe convention preparatory TO the So
lection Of candidate for the delegacy. A
mone them are: Mason c. Darling. Hon. A.
J. Uphan. Moses NJ. Strong, Byron h'lbourn,
John Marin. Marshall Nj. Strong, Albert q.
Ellis. Morgan l.. Martin, Charles NJ. Baker,
David Noggle and John Catlin.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

DR LARpNER sailed for Europe on the Is,
inst His return to Europe has been occa-
stoned, il is said. by summons issued by the
House Of Lords, commanding the appearance
Of Mrs. L.. to testify in regard to some prop
oriy. amounting to about $500, 900, which she
claims in her own right.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

u The Wing Territorial Central Commit
teo have called a Convention Of Delegates, TO
convene a, Madison. on the 9th Of July next.
10 nominate Candidate for Delegate in Con
press. The Convention is 10 be composed Of
70 Delegates. Grant county is entitled 10 Q;
Crawford, Chippewa. ST, CrOix, and La Point.
3; Iowa and Rchland, s.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

T8r BANK OF ST.. CLAIR. MIcHIoAS, made
an assignment on the let of May. in conse'
quenec Of The failure Of Jesse Smith & sons.
Of Cleveland, Ohio, who were tho owners Of
The bank, and great spectators. The eircula-
ton Of tho bank was large, mostly in the nor
,hern part Of Ohio. and the failure will produce
wide distress among farmers and dealers.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

IP Messrs. Greeley g.. McElrath,
of the New York Tribune, propose to
publish monthly Agricultural paper,
to be under the editorial charge of the
Hon. John Skinner, late Assistant
Postmaster General, and founder OF
the first agricultural periodical pub
lished in this country" Ii will be a
complete manual Scientific Agricul-
turc; and its price will be Five Dollars
a year in advance, for two royal octa-
vo volumes Of 600 pag's each.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

~ The total amount VI whaling property
of all nations touching at tho several ports in
the Sandwich Islands, from January LIST to
October 10Th. 1914. is stated at SIS, 295, 90
1873 ships-l0, 500 men.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

ges. Same Attys. Occupied the court
one week, ID do. two days, Supreme
Court, one day.
Unitcd States VS.. Antonio Lore and
others.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24
FEE BILL.

day OIL part of gov. I" pd
Travel fees and subp'ng witnesses
Attys. fees, sc.
p. S. Will the several Journals in
the mining country copy the above re-
port.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

" The Legislature of New York has APP
prOprialed $1,000 for The purchase of,he Lii
brary OF d. B. Warden of Paris, which is to
be added to the New York State library.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

~ The Order Of Odd Fellows is rapidly
increasing in Reading. "Salome Lodge, No.
1885," was organized on Tuesday evening
week, when twenty members were admitted.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

The Message of Gov. Baldwin, CT Connec
iicut. to the Legislature, represents the inan-
ces OF the State TO be ia very aourishing con-
dition. There was balance in the Treasury
up to the 3lst OF March of $25. 800.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

A collection of S.. 200 for the Missionary
cause. has been made by the New Jersey An
nual Conference Of the Methodist Episcopal
Church.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

The Montpelier Wsichman estimates the
value Of the sugar crop Of Vermont, the pres
enl year, at Sl00, o0o.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

~ A gentleman who has ,'aversed the
southern section of Ohio, states that the pros.
pee, Cor lhe wheat crop was never better. The
late rains. which appear to have extended o
vera large area. have dissipated all fears sf
the drought The early fruit, however, Of all
kinds, appears to be entirely or mainly Gu, oil.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

0A5- The Post Office has been removed from
the "Grant County House," TO Barber e.
Wards new store, on Maple street.
Wisconsin herald, and Grant County advertiser. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1844-1845, 1845-05-24

The baak Of Lexington, ken'ucky. has just
returned TO Mr.. Clay HIS notes, for $4,000.
cancelled Il is not known what generous
friends Of the statesman took this delicate
method Of relieving hitn from debt. 1Ii ssid
be vas greatly effected