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Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22

Vest Jersey Peach Crop.-The
Woodbury. Constitution says that from
the cold weather the peach and early
apples have suffered very much. In
some of the peach orchards the crop is
said to have been all destroyed by the
cold on Friday and Saturday nights.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22

Gen. Pillow was wounded in the
arm, but slightly.
Major Sumner, of cd Dragons, " as
shot in the head, but is considered out
of danger.
The force of the Mexicans. at the
lowest, is set down at 10000. The
officers Of the Mexican army are be-
ing paroled whilst | write this, and
with their soldiers, are being sent ~
bout their business commander
being of opinion that he can whip
them easier than he can feed them.
The second in command to Santa
Anna is a man as black as the ace OF
spades, with a name something like
Stinton.
am sorry to shy that Gems. Patter-
son and Smith were both confined TO
their beds BY sickness.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
Strayed

TROM the subscriber on or about the FIST day
T. Of April, ls47, one BAY mare, eight years
old. has small star in the forehead aad the left
hind foot white, shod all round when she lefi no
other marks OF brands recoilesied. Any infoI-
mstioa given Of the said nsrs al Nanes's store
in British Hol.ow, Grant county, viii be prompt
ly attended 20 and liberal reward given.
SAMUEL VANCE.
May Is, 1877. lO-st.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
Dissolution of Partnership.

ID EUBEN THOMAS and VIM II. Cox, late
AZ partners in keeping tavern in Beetown, w.
T., hereby give notice that their partnership has
terminated BY mutual consent; and that Reuben
Thomas is entitled to collect all debts due 10 said
firm, and will pay all the partnership debts
Prompt payment will be required
REUBEN THOMAS,
VIM. III. COX.
Beetown, May !, 1917. s-Gt.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
vi ERCHA Disc

which the undersigned has lately received
and which he respectfully offers at prices Is 10
20 per cent lower than he could possibly sell at
the last springs purchases. His stock consists OF
variety oe articles too numerous TO mention,
however, he would invite attention to his stock of
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22

r. EVILS g. co. are rushing off their winter
stocA Of goods at very reduced prizes, ie
make room Tor spring supplies.
Potosi, Feb ~. so.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
CaSsville Ferry.

A THE subscriber informs the
Tc-5Slis people on Turkey and the inhab-
ssxSxz3S itants in general On both sides Of
the MISSISSIPPI river, that he has built new and
superior boats for the Ferry at CsssYille and that
strict attention will hereafter be given TO fenying
passengers at all proper hours, speedily and safe
Nv across the MississiJ pi river. He invites the
attention oftrayelleEs snd migrants particular.
who are going west removing ihto those fine
regions 10 the northern parts Of Iowa, to this place
Of crossing, being on the and best route by
the Blue Mounds and along the grand dividing
ridge from Lake Mehigan,to the northern part Of
Iowa, without the interruptions Of a single stream
that is not always iordsble. from Rock River TO
Cassyiils on the Mississippi river.
WA POLLOCK.
Cassville, May IS. 1871. lO-lE
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
LAWTKER & DYER,

!
or POTOSL,
DEG leave TO inform their customers aud the
I'D public of Grant in general, that they have
just received fresh aud full supplies OF Fall and
Winter Goods. which they are prepared TO sell az
Cheap as any body
cou sell goods, and LOWER lhaa goods Of the same
quality CAN be bought in Galena. Among ouf
Goods may be found the iollowing
WoolenS,
! Broadoloths, cassimercs, qattinots, gold and
Steel mixed tweeds, splendid Article for gents
| Goats, Rob Roy Kerseys, Kentucky jeans,
| Hard times, 6annels,re white and plaid;
Wooden yestings Of every description.
Linens,
large assortment OF Irish linens,
Linen diapers, Russia aud birds eye do,
Brown Hollands, linen bagging,
Burlaps, &c. &c.
SILKS,
Black, blue black, striped and figured silks,
Ladies cravats and bandkerchiofs,
Bonnet ribbons, silk serge,
Gents black and fancy cravats, silk velvets,
Sewing silk AMI t@st, purse twist and floss.
WOrsfedS.
Nous de LANES, cashmefes, shaded and 6g'd
Plain, shaded, figured and cha ngeablc
AIpaccas and Orleans lustrcs,
Ombre cashmere robes,
new aud splendid article for ladies dresses.
Rowmela Victoria plaid, Gala do,
Super plaid cloaking, &c.
ShaaCiS,
Plaid shawls Of every kind, quality, co'r & size.
French cashmere shawls,
And other kinds 10 numerous too mention
CoitORS,
Brown and beaehsd Of every quality,
Cotton diaper, jaekonei, muslins,
Cotton edgings and insertions. prints.
Ginghams, checks, ticking, cotton flannels.
Ddllings, &c.
Hosiery and Gioves.
Cotton hosiery Of every description, cashmere and
worsied do, Rents lambs wool and domestic hale
hose, and ehiidrens hosiery ofail kinds, gents buct
gloves and mittens, worsted gloves, ladies Md
gloves, silk, cashmere aad ihibet do.
Bonnets, &c.
Tuscan snd Florence braid, velvet boune,s trim.
med. colored, cut, and uncut bonnet velvet,
splendid article Of plumes for ladies hats lots aud
lots Of bonnet silks aud ribbons.
Boots and Shoes, Hats and GINS
Hardware and GiaSsware, Crockerv
Nails, .Ares, Groceries, and heoDs
and piles Of other Goods ,ohich con
not be mentioned in an adcerfise
ment.
OF GROCERIES.
Teas, Cofisss, Sugar, Molasses, SOAP. Caodt..
Tobacco, snuff, Cigars, Pepper, Spice, &c.
| Y u who have purchases to make, arc ;a,;,.,
to examine our goods for yourselves,
P0'osi, Nov. q, 1876. n
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22

q e. LEWIS & CO, Potosi, have just receive
=. ed per steamer Atlas, a complete assoHs
ment Of Iron and Steel; 500 bushels Plasteror-
hair; and large lot OF assorted merchandize,all
Of which we offer to the public at small advance.
Polosl, June 90. 1916.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
To Dog Fanciers.

n HEREBY nolihssh te public 10 general and
n oil dentists 10 particular, dat vil fight my
pull tog Santa Anna for FIVE hunHei tolier ard pc
goat, agin any iog, cur o. munkrel, Of any size
shtpe Or color 80 e worli, and pot Up ie monish
which ,og whips shall have It, BY gar, at Fairpayi
Piisish Hollow or KTsb
JEAN BATIsTE RHEINE.
FairPlay, May -, lS47. 1873.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
LAMSON'S STORE.
TUNHE undersigned having purchased the stor,
4 lately occupied by E. W. Pelton & Co. in
BEETOUN ". IT,.

would respectfully inform the citizens of Grant
county, that he has permanently located in that
new and 6ourishing CITY, which fom its tender
years, as yet has not commanded but little atten-
lion OF respect, Notwithstanding its demands for
public regard were as eloquent as those of its
neighborng cities. As her prophets ioretod, and
as might have been expected from true eloquence,
these demands are beginning TO be heard and
felt. the power of her eoquence has already laid
a capital in ruins, and is now shaking the very
foundation of every city within her influence
would say TO those who, from their remote resi-
dence, have never experienced the fascinating in
fuence of her language, that her eloquence con-
sists in her never failing Lead Mines, in her ex-
celent farming country, in the patriotism, indie
pendence and enterprise Of her citizens, in the
provisions made for tho education of the childres
of all classes, aud lastly in the good assortment oil
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
Lumber Yard.

Y UMBER, lath and shingles constantly OF
Il A hand and for sale by
c. LA GRAVE g. co.
Cassville, May 8, 1877.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
TIN W A R E,

which is manufactured from good Tin in the best
manner, which will be sold cheap at wholesale or
retail
Particular attention paid to the manufacture Of
all articles usually manufactured Ia his line.
N. b. The subscriber has removed his establish
ment from the building formerly occupied by
him, the Groshong Block, in the building forni-
ely occupied by d. A. Mackenzie, directly op
posito Lawiher & Dyer's Store.
A. b. SOUTHWORTH.
Potosi, w. L., Sept 10Th, 1876 27--ly
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22

C. l.. LAGRAVE & co,
and Commission Merchants, Cass-
Vile, Wisconsin Territory.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
Pine Lumber

(tAN be had at J. Warnef's mills, 10 any
Y /quaniity, or ss fast a. two mills can make IL,
At from $40 10 Sl4 per thousand, according y
q8ality.
May !. 1S47. S-6m.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
Britannia 81 Japaned Ware

A Doe. Britannia Tumblers,
do do Tea Pots,
do do Gov. Pitchers,
do do Goblets,
do do Mugs,
do Japnned Tea Canisters,
6 do do Spttoons,
Nest Trunks,
do Toy Cups,
do Candle Sticks,
Together with any other article usually kept in
tho above iie.
The above comprises a part OF his supply OF
FALL GOODS. all of which have been selected
with care, and aie offered at unusual low prices
The Furniture TO his Stoves ase manufactured in
Potosi, aud warranted superior TO the same aiti-
Giles which are manufactured elsewhere.
sortment of
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
Winter Clothing

which are made and ready for use, such as
Fashionable dress coats, Vests;
Frock coats; Hats and Caps;
Over coats; Shirts, plain aud fancy
Pants; Hickory do;
Merno drawers Wrappers,
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
GOODS FOR THE LADIES.

uOODo II yin L ilJL LIN III Ecs
This department consists of variety too extern
sve to be published in any newspaper, and conse-
quenty he will only mention a few, aud would re-
specially invite the Ladies TO call and examine
Tor themselves. They will find winter bonnets ;
merino shawls; embroidered do; knit and blanket
do silk and linen hdis; gaiters: hi CATERS, and a
great variety of slips and walking shoes; prints;
Black vatered, striped, figured and plain Apacasi
figured wool Gro dc Nap; Mernos; Mousin do
LANES; lish Linen; Damask table covers; brown
and bached Sheeting and Shifting; Bod Ticking;
Drilnngs; Bishop Lawn; Jackonett; Book Mus
lin Lace. barred and figured Muslin; Cling
hams; bombazinos; urtfcials gimp; ribbonsi
fringe edgings; wells; gloves and mits; baiialo,
shell and dressing combs; tooth biushes hair do /;
and in fact large show case full ofsseful articles
which cannot be named.
B00KS.-The undersigned having had consd-
cradle experience 10 the Book and Stationery bus
mess in New York, trusts that his assortment of
SCH DOL BOOKS
and miscellaneous works in regard to usefulness
and interesting matter, cannot be surpassed III
Grant county.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
OK Power.

yEyTiE subscriber living or eight miles from
Lancaster, on the road TO Prairie du CHEN
keeps good teams and Will be ready on short no
tice, 10 select and haul lumber from Warmers
mill, wherever wanted, or 10 do other teaming
cheap for cash. -
august /, 1876. 2l-ly.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1847-05-22
BOOTS IND SHOES.

NY stock of Boots and Shoes are OF the vefy best
quality, and of all kinds and sizes.
Hats and Caps, &c, may be found in the assortm't.
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]. X. hickey, NJ. D.,

Lancaster, w. 7
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1847-02-09
Queries for the Palladium.

Nill the editor that paper explain e his rea-
dcrs bill No , that passed both Houses for the be-
nctit Of the Whitewater Valley Canal company.
authorisinr the county commissioners 10 subscribe
any amount Of stock they pleased for the county
in that Company and tax the people Of the county
for the pay ment Of the whole amount II two years
requiring other ratification than a vote under
the eve the commissioners in thirty days al Cen
treviIic
,. viii he give the reason why the people were
not at their several polls IN their
own townships, and give the reason why the thing
was to he smugs.ed through secretly
3 VIII he say il he votsu for that bill
L. VIII lie explain how The State has loaned ight
hundred thousand dollars to the bondho.ders by the
Butler bin this winter, and give the part OF that hi
any other relating 70 any such loan
Some writer OF editorials in the last Jetfersonian
propounds TO Us the above queries 1t IS the right
of every constitute Mt to require of representative
a full account OF his votes We shall at all times
DC ready to render this account; in this instance
the queri>t manifests such ignorance that we
despair being able explain satisfactorily to him:
L. The main feature OF the BIZ! to which he refers
is simply 10 enable the company TO increase their
capital stock and the provision authorizing coun-
ties 10 take stock inserted fer about the same
reason that the United States is permitted to take
stock III the Railroad from this place to the State
line According 10 the provisions Of the road char
ter the general government can take stock in said
read, without submitting the question TO the
people; and the will De apt 10 take place as
the other This Mr. Cue-ist wal! never be called
on TO pay one cent OF county tax 10 repair that ca
nal; I. the same time he may have been much BEN
Gifted BY its construction. Every farmer IN this
county who sold last year $500 OF surplus produce,
was benefited mere b. this same canal than his
State and county tax was on $1,000. 1, can DO
demonstrated 10 every unprejudiced, intelligent
MIND; il viii De sgpale q 10 every observer.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1847-02-09
CONGRESSIONAL.

On the goth, in the House, the bill increasing
the pay Of volunteers was finally passcd-yeas
Ill nays Is. Garrett Davis offered JOINT res
oIution, recurring the President TO inform Con-
cress whether the u. States had any diplomatic
representative in Mexico; if not, when his SER
vices ceased, and if the country was still repre-
scented there, who BY, and what was his compen-
sa,ion. The House refused to suspend the rules,
in order to receive the Mr.. King, OF Ga,
submitted joint resolution, directing the Presl-
dent to procure gold and silver medals for the Of
ficers and men Of the French Spanish and Eng
lish vessels, who aided in rescung the sea'nen OF
the w. S. brig Sumers-adopted Mr.. c. 3.
Smith presented the memorial of the Yearly
Meeting of Friends in Indiana, in favor of
speedy and peaceful termination of the war-
Referred to the committee foreign relations
Mr.. Cooke, of Tennessee, asked the unanimous
consent of the House to offer a Joint resolution,
rendering the thanks of Congress TO Gen l ay-
lor, when the House adjourned.
The House has passed the bounty land bill,
granting so acres of land to the soldier who
serves for six months, and 100 acres TO those who
serve for year or during the war
On the 3oth, the resolution rendering thanks
to General Taylor came up, and was AMENDED
by adding provso. that nothing therein was to
be construed approving of the terms OF sur
render of Monterey. and was also amended by
appending declaration that the war IS Just
and righteous one, brought about by the aggres-
sions Of Mexico, &c. The Wings, OF course, vo-
ted against these amendments; but being made,
MANY of them declined voting at all upon the
adoption of the resolution as a1nended
Feb l, in the Senate, letter was received
from the Sec'y of the Treasury in answer 10 the
resolution OF Mr. cameron, adopted Jan !, al
rectiug him to report to the Senate what ar
ticics embraced il the Tariff ot 10 the duties
could be increased. to what extent, and wha. al
Gtional revenue woald accrue therefrou, and
whether, in his opinion, additional tax or duty
would increase the cost 10 the consumer ana to
what extent. The Secretary recommends TAX
on Tea and Coifee--an increase OF the duties on
Sugar and Iron-advises additional duties on
Cottons, SC. In the House, a resolution was
sdeBsed calling the President for copies Of the
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1847-02-09

interview with him. and demanded its re-
dcmp,ion. He did no; seem disposed en-
,irely 20 deny, bu, he did not admit. the
pledge. | recapr,uated tho conversation
between Us. as 5ove stated: he did not
deny that s:;ch n conversation had taken
place. tried hard 10 convince him ihas
no honorable man could make augh; out
of i, but an EMPRESS pledge: and that ne
honorable man would attempt - make a
distinction between such pledge and an
expectation fairly raised by him. which
called upon him 10 redeem tho one or
mae, the other. After much discussion.
the Governor and myself agreed 10 sub
ma, the question of ms being bound IN
honor 10 nomina:e mo, u certain gon;le-
mau--a man Of honor. n political. person
al. and confidential friend Of the Govern
or's, and the man who. Of all others eA-
copt the Governor and myself. was bes;
informed on the subject. We agreed.
positively 10 abide b. his decision-the
should be il my favor. and % wiihdra -
ali claim on the Governor. if the decision
vas a1nins, mo. The gentleman was
c;.iiod IN. y question, conched IN terms
previously agreed upon by tho Governor
and myself, was PM 10 him. Ills answer
was promp, and clear. that the Govefno
was bound 10 nominate me; "AoreHPan
tho Governor, most positively and repeat
eily. IN the presence Of that gentleman
promised thar be would nominate me.
This question ba;ng distinctly md en-
,ireiy disposed Of. and al an end. some con
vorsotIon on other topics eHslel. A
taosn .apics related 70 TO Governor, an,
q IL
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1847-02-09
WAR MOVEMENTS.

The New Orleans correspondent of the
Charleston Courier. writing under date of
the 2ed nit mo. says
The l. S. Quartermaster is making
very active preparations mere. intended
for the benefit of Mexico. though no one
rs yo; knows precisely their object. The
numerous ships. briggs, aud barques. a
mounting 10 some thirty-fvc Ia AL, which
have been chartered in tho pms: three
weeks. arc taking IN wood. water. and
provisions. sufficient to las, three months.
and are al TO be ready to sail The first of
next week.
Abiding to the same expedition. the
New Orleans Bulletin OF the pa says:
The ships are generally OF large SIZE.
and among the fines, il port. They are
to Re ready by the Goth inst. |. would
appear TO be a special expedition, tina, vii.
assemble al some common rendezvous.
and the whole force employed viii DO a.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1847-02-09
Cincinnati ana 81. E.ouis Railroad.

The project Of connecting these important
among the citizens of those cities, ana the people
along the entire line Of the proposed Road. Du-
ring the present session of the legislature Of Hi
nois charter for a company was enacted for the
purpose of making the road from St. Louis TO
Tcrre Haute in tins State. About the same time
charter was granted by the legislature Of lnli-
for company TO continue said road to TINS
place. Alta large meeting recently held IN Gin
cinnati in which some of the most wealthy and
enterpriSiug citizens of that city took part, the
proposition of constructing said work wa. spo-
ken of with great confidence for its entire prac-
ticablitv its Importance the ability of those dit
rectlv interested TO make the same, aud the sure
ana safe investment of funds in such work to
insure profitable dividends.
Similar meetings have been held in st. ou!s,
and At different points along the proposed line
Should we not take hold Of the matter2 1t IS
proposed to hold a Convention III Indianapolis,
sometime in May next, 10 be composed Of dele
gates from all points interested in the proposed
work. for the purpose of making simultaneous
action in the matter. In this Convention, Old
Wayne should be represented; and for the pur-
pose of clicting the opinions of our people on the
subject we propose that meeting be held IN this
city on Saturday next, the 18th inst in the arner
Buil4ing.
Richmond palladium. [volume] (Richmond, IA [i.e. Ind.]) 1839-1854, 1847-02-09

? Mr. Querst wishes to knew why tie people
were not authorized to vote IN their townships
Simply because we knew that no effort would be
made TO create stock by the county OF Wayne, and
we did not wish 70 clog the bill with amendments
that were Of no benefit The bill was not snug
gled through
We did vote for the bill, and would 60 il again
under similar circumstances
4. No person has eTer SAD the State - aned
100000 to the bonahoiders" " e have SAID the
state requires the bonahoters to loan 10 her that
amount for the purpose Of completing the Wabash
and Ere canal land gives te bondhoideTs the priv
ilege Of expcndidg $500 900 more if necessary to
complete said worl--naking increase of the
State debt of 81 500 900 Is il right to borrosr
| money to make q canal IN the western part Of the
State and at the time require the citizens of
| tbs. east to make their works II may De with
| Querist; but IS it the opinion Of sensible men