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Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23

II ENCOUNTER WITH 4 WILD CAr.-A
correspondent Of the Buffalo Advertiser
gives the following interesting description
of an encounter with wild cat in the
Western country.
la these days Of diffused knowledge,
everybody knows, or ought to know, that
the Wild Cat resembles poor pussy about
as much as hog does a rhinoceros. -
1t is in fact the Lynx of North America
strong, ferocious, hard-lived animal,
just as tameable as the tiger, and not a
whit more amiable. 1t inhabts deep
forests, prefers thickwooded swamps and
prowls chiefly by night. When wounded
by the hunter and not disabled, it flies at
him with trenchant claws, and grinning
teeth, and growing like fury fights to
the last. And yet it has good qualities
By-the-by, what animal has not Il! Or
rather what brute maniiests truly bad
one?
| was plodding once in a wage on from
Toledo to Maumee, over an execrably
level road, in the hot noon sun Of mid
June day. The driver was a hardy fel-
low, who looked as though he could out
hug bear, and loosen the tightest Man
umee ague with single shake, and yet
he owned he had been frightened by a
wild cat so that he ran for it and then
he told the story, which ] give you partly
in his words.
was driving along this road in a bng-
gy, with as fast horse as ever scorned
the whip-when some ten rods ahead of
us, Just by that big oak, a wild cat, lead
ing three kittens, came out Of the wood
and crossed the road, and went into those
bushes on our left, and thought what
nice pets they'd make, and wished l had
one. When came up, ! noticed one of
the young ones in the edge ofthe bushes,
but few feet off, and heard or though,
| heard the old one stealing along deep
in the woods. lsprung out, snatched up
the kitten, threw it in the buggy, Jump
ed in, and started When | laid hands
on it, it mewed, and, confound it itkept
a mewing; and as grasped the reins,
heard sharp growI and a thrashing
through the brush, and | knew the old
one was coming and the next instant
she strcamed over a log and lit in the
road, all on an end, with her eyes fam
ing, her hair bristling, and her teeth
grlnning, and she turned as on a pivot
and gave an unearthly squall, as she saw
me racing away, and bounded after, with
such yells and fury, aud gained on me so
fast, that, for very fear, threw the kit
ten out, and lashed the flying horse but
she scarcely paused for that, but bound
ed on awhile as though recovery Of her
young would not suffice without revenge
and when ! saw her at my very back,
stranger | did tremble-and scarcely
brea,hed until her crying imp recalled
her Here. at the top Of this pitch, |
looked back. and saw her standing, with
her young one in her mouth, looking after
me, as though she'd half mind to drop
the kitten and give chase again. gave
the horse a cut, and did not feel quite
safe until got some miles away. tell
you. the big horned devil, breathing fire
and birthstone, would not have scared me
more than did that yelling cat; and ]
made up my mind from that time forward
to let young ones alone"
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23

IrTThe Bay State, did not arrive from New
York on Tuesday morning, having broke a
part of her machinery, when short distance
from New York. She was obliged to put
back for repairs. 1t is the first trip she has
lost since she commenced running, year and
half slncr
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23

The bill before The Vermont Legislature to
exempt homcsicads from attachment has bosn
defeated IN the IIouse-g6 to 80
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23

Hon. a. ID. SImm,, member of Congress
from George'oun District, ; u, disd a.
i ,r:sres ~ the 10th inst
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23

7, is said that the Hon John Slidell, Of New
Orloars has Won $50, 900 OH the result Of the
election IN Ohio
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23
NAPLES AND SICILY

Accounts from Naples state tina, the Sieilian
affairs have been settled by the mediation Of
England and France. Sicily remains part or
the Neapolltan dom,nions. but is TO be secured
separate Government, and the constitution Of
lrI2
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23
HUNGARY.

The Saxo-Valaques Of lIcrmanstadt CTran-
sylvanla,) have held numerous meeting in
Pesth, in concert with regular troops. The
fortress Of Carlsburg is already occupied by the
lalagucs, and the regular troops occupy all
the Hungarian towns Of Transylyana
Consradt is altogether opposed to union
with Hungary. AT the sitting of the 2lst the
President informed the National Assembly
that there had been an engagement Of the ad-
vanced posts of the Hungarian troops and those
of Jellachch. and that Col. Perczel had taken
800 Croais prisoners. and all their officers, in
the enylrons Of kanischa. 600 Croa,s were
also destroyed or put to flight near Esienbourg,
by the Landsnrm, just as they were escaping
nio Siyra. Perezel intends to proceed into
croatia, and to seize on the port Of Tiumc. -
\ rad and Ienmeswar arc besleped.
Herald of the times, and Rhode Islander. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1846-1849, 1848-11-23

THE GERMAN EMPIRE.
IF,SKvosr.-On the 21ih Of October The
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
STATE OF WISCONSIN,
Grant Coanty,
Circuit Court, Grant County Wiscon-
consin, October Term, n. ID. lS4s.

Circuit Court, Grant County WIscon-
cOnsin, October Term, n. ID. lS4s.
George Liddle, Compai't, In Chancery for fore
Charles GOA, Defend't. gage.
YHyHIS day came the said Complainant, by j.
Il Allen Barber, Esq, his solicitor, and the
said Defendant not having caused his appearance
to be entered herein. audit appearing to the salts
faction of the Court that the said Defendant is not
an inhabi,an of this State 1T Is ordered by the
Court, that the said Charles GOA be deemed and
taken to be an absent Defendant Ihereupon, on
motion of the said Complainant, his solicitor
aforesaid, tits ordered that the said Defendant be
ruled to plead, answer or demnr 10 the bill OF the
said Complainant herein, on or before the first day
of the next term of this Court. Andlt is further
ordered, that notice be given to the said Defend
ant Of the tendency of this suit, and OF the SAID
rule, by publication in the Wisconsin Herald,
weekly newspaper published at Lancaster, IN SAID
county, for six weeks successfully. And this
cause is continued until the next term Of this
Court. true copy. Attest
l.. o. SnRADER, Clerk.
J. A. Barber, So'r for Complainant.
Clerks OFFICE, Lancaster,
Dec. 5, ls46. ) (40-6t)
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
D | { D

AT Jamestown Wisconsin, ON Tuesday, 2Sth uit.,
after long and painful illness, which he bore
with much fortitude and resignation, Mr.. JANIS
GILMORE, aged 6s years.
Mr. G. was among the first settlers in this
region of country. His uniform kindness
aud sympathy rs neighbor--his unaffected
and unassuming manner, united with unlm-
peachahe integrity of character-a discrinl-
mating mind aud sound judgment, had gam
ed him an enviabe position in the affections
and esteem of the extensive community in
which he was known.
In the Fall of lS47, he was chosen men,
her of the Convention which prepared our
State Constitution. During their sitting, the
following winter, his health became 81 much
impaired as to oblige him 10 return home
before the close of the session. This was
his last public service. Thereafter, medical
treatment seemed of no avail in arresting
the progress of the fatal disease. Gradual
", but constantly, he wasted away, till, with
scarcely a struggle ''to tell that all was
over" the scene closed in death.
At his funeral, large concourse of peo-
pie testified, by their presence, their high re-
gard, inspired 10y the worth and virtue OF the
deceased.
A numerous family mourn a Father and
counsellor, and community one of its most
valued members.
His funeral sermon was preached by Rev.
James NJ. Phillips, from Acts Goth, Sth:
"Why should it be thought thing incredible
with YOU that God should raise the dead"
.sWith us his memory shall live
Through long succeeding years.
Embamed in all our hearts can give,
Our friendship and our tears
ICON.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
TAX NOTICE.

NOTICE is hereby given 10 all whom il may
~ concern, that will on the second Monday,
The 18th day of December next, commence sell
ing al the Court House door, in Lancaster, Grant
county, Wisconsin, all and singular the lands, Sc,
town lots, in said county, ON which the taxes due
for the year ls4s, shall not have been paid prior
to the day Of sale, and that the sale will be con-
tinued from day to day, between the hours of nine
O'Clock in the forenoon and four O'Clock in the
afternoon of each day, until all shall be offered
for sale.
JAMES Nj. OTIS, Treasurer.
November 10, lS4S. 3s-4t.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
NOTICE

HS hereby given to the heirs at law and All ON
ers interested therein. that on inns day an III
strument purporting to be the last Wlll and les
,a,nant of the Hon. JAMES GILMORE, of James
town in the county aforesaid, dec d, was presen-
ted to the Probate Court of the county aforesaid,
for Probate by the Hon. William Richardson, OF
the county aforesaid, who is the Executor IN the
said viii named. Whereupon, ii Is ordered by
the said Probate Court here, that notice be gwen
to the heirs at large and all others interested
therein, that such an instrument was presented
And for the purpose aforesaid, it is further order
ed that notice of the presenting of said instru-
ment and copy of this order, be published IN the
Wisconsin Herald, newspaper printed IN Lam
caster, in the county aforesaid, from the date
hereof until the 22d day of December inst. at
one Of the clock p. NJ, at the Probate Office IN
the town of Lancaster, aforesaid. AT whichtme
and place a hearing will be had before the Court
aforesaid, and proof taken in relation to the legal
execution and validity Of the said instrument,
when and where all persons interested may attend
if they see cause. HUGH L. COLlEh,
Judge Of Probate, u. e., WIS
PRoRArE OFFICE, Grant Co., Wis,
December 9TH, l84S. !
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
r AK EN- UP

nN the premises Of the subscriber, about iye
~ miles SOUTHEAST of Lancaster, RED
YEARLiNG STEER, with white face and
white spots on the sides, and with wide horns, a
swallow fork and under btin the right ear. The
owner is requested to prove property, pay charges,
and take said steer away.
Dec 2, 4t-pd JON'TN. NJ, ROBINSON.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
TAKEN UP

E]vcsEJ BY the subscriber, living sixteen miles
~ north Of Lancaster, Grant county, WIS
cousin. one white COW, marked as follows "a
smooth crop off of the left ear and slit IN the
RIGHT black ears and black round the mouth, and
short TAIL about nine years old, no other marks or
brands perceivable The owner is requested to
prove property, pay charges and take her away.
HENRY SMALLBERRf.
November 8, 1913. 3o-4t'
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
GUARDIANSHIP.

HAVING been appointed Guardian Of the
a Infant heirs of honas 4. Burnett, late Of
Grant county, Wisconsin Territory, deceased, all
persons concerned IN OF with the affairs Of said
heirs, will take notice thereof, ADD govern them
selves accordingly. ..
ALFRED BRUNsON.
Prairie du Chen, Dec. 18th, ls37. 42-tf.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
TAKEN UP

10y the subscriber on his premises at Patch
Id Grove Grant CO., Wisconsin, few days
since. a RED YEARLiNG 81 EER, with white
back, and crop off the right ear. The owner Is
requested to prove property, pay charges ana
take said steer away.
Dec 2-4t 1HOS' NAuLL'
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
COTILLION PARTIES.

yUVIIERE will be two Cotillion Parties at the
house of WM BULL on Tuesday the goth
of Dec. and New Years evening. Ladies and
gentlemen are invited TO attend. Every atien-
ton will be paid to make the Parties agreeable
and charges reasonable. The New Years Party
will be free except the music.
Observation-Disclosures and CHASE.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
DRUGS AND MEDICINES.

n Armstrong & co. offer 10 sell
CMke fresh and complete assortment Of
w. Drugs and Medicines, together with
NJ PAINT; Oils; NarDi-hes; Dye Stufis;
a. Window Glass; Spices, &c. BY
stree attention TO the above business exclusively,
we hope TO receive liberal share Of patronage.
Potosi, October ., ~.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09

TIEMPSTEAD & WASIIBURNE, Attor-
H news and Counsellors at Law, 6alena, IL
LIMOS, have established an Agency for the prose-
cution Of all claims against the Government OF the
United States, growing out 0f The late war with
Mexico, the nniore Of which is as follows;
1. For 100 acres Of Bounty Land, or s 10000
in Treasury Scrip. Every soldier who has been
enlisted in the service, and has been HoHoRA-
bly, DISCHARGED, ~ entitled 10 either tue ihhd
or scrip.
e Tor three months extra pay. The act Of
Congress Of July 10, IsIs, grants three months
extra pay 10 the officers aud soldiers who have
served 10 the war with Mexico, and to the heirs
Of such as have died Or been killed IA the service;
first, to the widow second 10 the children; third,
10 the parents and fourth, 10 the brothers and SIS
tiers. All who have received Land Warrants are
entitled 10 the extra pay, but they must cxe-
cute new papers.
3. For anearages Of pay for the services Of de-
ceased officers aud soldiers due TO their legal
representatives,
4. Tor invalid pensions, and pensions for Wild
ows and children of volunteers Invalid pen
sions are granted 20 soldiers who wounded, or
otherwise disabled while in the service, IN the
line their duty whether IN tine Of war or peace.
The first section &C the act q Congress Of July 4.
1896. has been extended to the widows and chill
tlren Of volunteers who have been killed or
have died in the Mexican war, as 70 eDiiile
them 10 a FIVE years pension.
5. For subsistence, clothing, or transportation,
furnished for the use q the volunteers IN me Me1
lean war before being mustered into the ser' &c
Of the United States.
7. For mileage due TO soldiers who were dis
charged before reaching the place at which they
enlisted.
Meszrs. ". x w. have formed connection
with FERDISATD w. RIseUE, Esq, Of Wash
ington, ID. e.. and all business entrusted 10 them
will be attended 10 with pronptiude and fidelity.
They have ali the various forms and instructions
approved and issued by the Departments OF the
Government.
Office in Peck's Building, near the
Levee, Galena, Illinois,
Augaa, isss. att.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
WINTER ADJUSTMENTS.
HOLIDAY PARTIES.

NTR. GAYETTY respectfully informs the cit
w nens generally that he has rented the new,
isrge, and splendid house known as the HOL-
LOWAY HOUSE. in Beet0wn, where he intends
d7ring the winter season, giving series Of Hoi-
idaY Balls. assisted by managers. The first
70 be gwen on Monday evening December S5ih-
Christmas. The second on Monday evening jan
uary lsi-Ney Years. The third, Mondg eve
eng January sth-Battle Of New Orleans.
Ire company VII be furnished with the neces-
sary refreshments. The strictest order will be
observed. People are politely requested to con-
sltsr tins saffieieui without further invitation.
NJ. Glyetty wo1ld further remark, that be has
engaged the services Of Mr.. WHITLocK, who Is
vel and favoTably known to our citizens as a
Scientific musician, and in his private capacity as
: gentleman. both u manners and feeling, and Is
noi one Of that class Of iiiaeTant humbugs and
oess-Nood scrapers, which badly infest not only
''1st places, hut particularly the Western country.
De-. ?, Is4s Il
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
TAKEN Up

70. esEnY the subscriber, ten days ago, on
ES-~TS ID his premises about four miles west
----4-3-- of Lancaster, yellow and whltlsh On,
or years old, with a smooth crop of the LETT
ear and under slope off the same ear, also slope
off the upper side of the right ear.
Dec q ,4s. 4t4O GARDNER DAY.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
TO BREEDERS.

TO BREEDERS.
4 premium of 10, Is 10 be a.
GEs n waTded To the best colt, sired
Mac by MY horse Shakespeare, foals Of
XEknk 1913. Breeders are notified that
ileTe Nh De an exhibition Of aid colts at Lancas-
ter on Saturday Of he irst week Of Court in
ciober, being the Sth day ar October, at noon,
when and where the premium will be awarded to
the best colt, upon the Judgment Of committee.
Ed. HARRISON.
September %. 1913.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09

T5...zS9VUvAKEN up by the subscriber on his
49, IL premises near Hazel Green, pale
---4-4i.-s red MICH COW, with white feet,
white spot on the rump, crop OIL the right ear
aid a swallow fork under bit oil the ieii' ana Is
about s or 9years old. Said cow was taken up oy
me ON the lith inst, having been running at large
in the ue;ghborhood since the first of June.
Nov. Is, 4t-pd Illus -ANDEhSoN'
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
CUTLERY.

White, black, cocoa and stag handled table
knives and FORKS: do do desert do, and carvers to
match; bread, butcher aud shoe do also great
variety Of pen aud pocket knives; superior Eng
llsh razors; hne polished scissors, aud strong do
for lnIlnrs.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
WANTED.

Old Copper, Brass, Pewter, Furs and Peltries
at The highest market prices.
A. Is. sOUIliWORIH.
Galena, September, 1913. 29lY. +
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
STATE OF WISCONSIN, -
Grant County,
Circuit Court, Grant Co., Wisconsin,
October Term, A. ID. ls4s.
James Porter and Edwin Tn Cbancerv for
Rood, Complainant, foreclosure ofaort-

lNOOu, Complainant, fnrprlOsurp of Mort
60
William A. Cook, Def't.
VNHIS day came the said Compiainants, by ).
Il Allen Barber, Esq, their solicitor, and the
said Defendant not having caused his appearance
to be entered herein, and il appearing TO the sat
faction of the Court, that the said Defendant IS
not an iahabitaut of this State:-It is ordered by
the Cour, that the said William A. Cook be deem
ed and taken TO be an absent Defendant. There
upon, on motion Of the said Compliments, by their
solicitor aforesaid, it ordered that the said De-
PENDANT be ruled to plead, answer or demur 10 the
bill of the said Complainants herein, on or before
the first day Of the next term Of this Court. And
il is further ordered, that notice be given TO the
said Defendant Of the tendency Of this suit and Of
the said rule, by publication in the Wisconsin
Herald, weekly newspaper published at Lancas-
ter, in said county foo six weeks successfully
And this cause is continued until the next term Of
this Court A true copy. Attest:
l.. -. SHRADER, elk.
]. \. BARBER, Sol'r for Conplts-
CLERK's OFFIcE, Lancaster,
December 5. lsls. (lO-6w)
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
BRITANNIA METAL GOODS.
JAPANNERY.

Tea and coffee pots, lamps; cream cups; .abl
aud tea spoons.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
Pg0BsTE NOTICE.

In the matter of the last will and testament OF
The Hon. JAMES GILMORE, late OF the
county of Grant, and State of Wisconsin,
Jacaasai
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
THREE BEATS TO A sTAvEu

A T his Cooper shop in Lancaster, the subscri-
IA Der, on short notice makes and warrants
barrels, casks, frkins, tubs, churns, and every
sort Of vessels which is held together with hoops
at fair prices.
n. d. Always wanted. good slaves and hoop
poles, delivered at MY shop; for which liberal
price vii be paid. THOMAS DAYTON.
July 29th, 1913. 2i-y
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
Gstrap Nutices.
TAKEN UP

r5-..-sss FeY the subscriber On his premises at
49, I'D Jamestown, Wisconsin, about the
----s-4s-- Isl day of November, ls4s, BLACK
COW, eight or nine years old, with crop offthe
right ear. MORGAN V. MITES.
December 8, '4s-4O-4t-pd
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
Notice, NoticeM Notice,.!

Notice! Notice!! Notice!H
YTyIIE subscribers, about leaving for their Fall
Il and Winter goods respectfully call upon
all those indebted TO them, to come forward
and make immediate payment.
We are now offering for sale our entire Stock,
at very small advance from cost, for cash.
and those wishing to purchase, will find IT TO their
advantage to call before buying else where.
KENDALL & PARKER.
Lancaster, Sept. I5th 1913
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
TO FARMERS.

lion SALE good one horse power Thrash
u ing Machine, IN good order for lhrishing, the
price low and liberal credit given for approved
paper HENRY PATCH.
Patch Grove, Aug. 22d, lsls. 25-tf
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09

STATE OF WISCONSIN,,
County Of Grant.
WE, the undersigned School Commissioners
w of Platte School Town in Grant county,
do hereby attach the following described lands to
Rich. " Gods School District No one, of Platte
School Town. 10 wit all the northwest quarter
of section seventeen, and all of the southwest
quarter of section eight, in Town four north, of
Range one west, in the said county of Grant.
Given under our hands this 30th day of
October, 1913.
ROSS J. FERRY,
JAMES Il. BROWN,
School Commissioners of Platte Town G. c.
November d, iS4S. S1-it.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
sUNDRrEs.

Tea, powder, and other cannisters; sugar boxes
tea trays; tanblers, &c.
Wisconsin herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1846-1849, 1848-12-09
BUILDING MATERIALS.

Locks, with mineral aud brass knobs; latchos
bolts, and iaslenings for doors; till, chest, cup
board. and trunk locks; wro't hinges and hooks
east and wrought butts; parliament hinges; sur
blind do; table hinges; screws in every variety.
Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1848-03-28
THE TRIST TREATY, &c.

Though they occupy much space, we conclude
10 day these interesting documents, which we
find in the New York Journal of
There is much justice in the remarks OF that
paper, when it says:
1--WE here sec the grounds of the dissatisfac'
ton of our Government with the course OF Mr.
Trist, which, we are constrained to say, has, ior
a diplomatist, been remarkable, however sue
c%essful we may hope it will be in The result.
Hi, persistence in the negotiation, notwithstand,
ing the repeated recalls which were transmitted
to him by the Government, and his departure
from positive instructions in some instances
cannot be justified by any common rules OF pro.
priety. His language, too, in one passage al
least, is exceedingly disrespectful to the Presl'
deaf, and would of itself have been a suihcient
reason for his recall. Actuated BY a strong de-
sire for a Treaty, he seems also to have oeen
thoroughly convinced that the favorable momen.
to secure it was passing, and that II ne shouiu
relinquish the negotiation, the peace party IN
Mexico would be overthrown, and the war pro.
tracted indefinitely. II is right that he should