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Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

AT Waldwick, on the It'll inst, byLN
Esqr, Mr. Jas Z. EAToS, of Beaver D,,o gent
Louisa GuRLEr, of the former place :" A's'
At Moscow, June 4;h, 1854 BY Mcp
Esq Mr.. SAMUEL GuRLKr to Miss oufnsg
A. CLINE, all of Moscow. ARM
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

The bottom, falling ou-We understand that the
portion of the Railroad track on the edge of Third
Lake which sank last month has been sinking
again recently 1t settled some five feet Yesterday
and kept dirt train busy in filling up sufficiently
fast to keep the track so that trains could pass
AS it was the depression was two feet below the
level of the track. The bottom OF the lake about
rod distant from the track slowly heaves up as
the causeway snks-[ Madison Journal.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Prof. Dan;eis-ProE Daniels, our State Geolo
sist. was recently at Potosi. The Republican
says:
There was rumor, few weeks since anon Q
some OF the newspapers. that Gov. Barsiow was
about TO remove Prof Daniels and appoint the no
Ell Percvai in his stead Ii such proposition
were entertained, are gratitied TO see that Gov
Barstow has shown his good sense by not acting
upon II, as we presume his politics the only
ground for his removal. Prot. Daniels is young
man of more than ordinary talent as a writer and
speaker. full OF enterprise and devoted to geology
irct. love OF the science and although he is wide
ly and -yel known has got reputation TO estab
lish which will give mis- name an enduring record
among the scientific men of our age. Added 10
this. he had but just entered upon his first great
work-the geological survey of State--and.
ms valuable report proves has made cornnlendable
progress for the time he has been engaged That
he will cortiG1e aud perfect 1t in a manner highly
credtabe 10 himself and satisfactory 10 the State
have not the least doubt We hope therefore.
that whatever may be the political complexion of
our State Government. the Professor may be per-
United to continue his laboFs. until the object con-
templatei in ms appointment shall be fully attain
ed complete Geological Survey OF the State
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

The HGyor y Washington Elect John F Tow
ers is man OF some fortyf years of age, who
has made his own way in the world He was ed
ucated for physician, after learning the trade Of
a printer, for which calling he subsequently aban-
doned pills and blisters
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

The Of the Nc5rasFates upoa Spain-Prep-
aratious for war between our country and the
Spanish Government, in case she VIII not sell Gu
ba, go on firmly and steadily. Naval and military
stores are being collected in great quantities at all
convenient points. Ali the vessels of war at ma
val stations undergoing thorough inspection
All vessels of war are detained in port. All idea
of reducing the surplus in the Treasury by redu-
cling duties, is given up; also the surplus is al
ready doubled. Dallas and Cobb are to 90 to
Madrid, TO bring back Cuba, or war. The multi
fers in Congress say Cuba or war, in six months
The members of the Cabinet say that this admin
istration will have Cuba
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

The Ere Common Council aud the Rail Road
tract-The Erie Gazette says:
No such resolution as the Cleveland Herald
speaks OF has passed the Select and Common
Council of this city We believe it was acted
upon affirmaively in.the latter. body, but after
wards postponed by general consent, for the
present from prudential considerations
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
PEOPLES MASS STATE CONVENTION.
AT MADISON, THURSDAY, JULY Is.

ALL MEN opposed to the repeal of the Missouri
Compromise, the Extension of Slavery and the
Rule OF the Slave Power, invited to meet at
Madison, Thursday July ID, TO take such measures
as may be deemed necessary TO prevent the future
encroachments of the slave power, TO repeal all
Compromises III favor of slavery. and to establish
the principle OF Freedom as the rule OF the State
and National government.
The time has come for the union of all Free
Men for the sake Of Freedom There is but one
alternative. We must UNITE and be FREE. or
DIVIDE and be ENsLAvED by the pretorian bands
OF the shareholders and their Nebraska allies
MANY CITIZENS
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
The Fire at Worcester.

Worcester, June 18th.
The most destructive fire we have had for many
years occurred here last night 1t broke out III
the heart of the city, destroying Pistol Factory
Planning Mill and 30 other buildings. Loss $500
900 and 500 woGkmen thrown out of employ
ment.
Washington, June TO-
The report OF Gen. Scott of the circumstances
which led to the loss of the steamer, San Francis
CO, and the alleged unoficer like conduct OF Col
Gates, IS very strong in censurlne the later gem
tlc-:an. 1t is stated that the President has accept
ed the report, but no proceedings looking for an
other trial, have been ordered. The War Depart
ment expresses regret that proper care has not
been taken in the selection ot transports Tor
troOpS.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

II Edward Pepper, reporter for the n Y
Times, was outrageously beaten on the 10th inst
by party OF lrshmen, because he happened to
have one OF the supposed Know Nothing hats
generally known as the 'wideawake They are 4
species of white felt hat which are much worn in
this city
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Immigrant -7gency al Qpebec.-Fred Horn writes
to the Madison Argus follows:
Il have established sub agency in Quebec, and
appointed Mr. Strangeiand of Racine, as agent TO
reside there until the LIST of Nov"
This is wise act-as Quebec is great .epot
for immigrants Mil HIS
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Government Eater ference 1t is now proved be-
yond doubt, that b Hallett the L. S. Distric,
Atty for Massachusetts, after the money had been
raised and Col Sute had ..gree,l to sell Burns the
Fugitive, so dat he might not be taken from Bos-
ton, interiered directly and obtained pledge from
Col. ;. that he would not sell his boy I'LL after
ne got aim home" the t. S Marshal aided in
The arrangements for purchasing Burns, but was
overFuied by Mr.. HalIett-rMil Sent.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Famine IA the Hedde,rayaean-The inhabitants
of The lonan Republic or Protectorate. are suffer.
ing from famine On the islands of Zante and
Cephalonis, the crops have failed for two success.
sve years, and there is great distress in conse
Ouence Mil Sent
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Good Prices for Wisconsin Rorses-The Keno
sha Telegraph says that Mr. n Ehle. of that city
sold hne span of horses in Chicago last week for
twenty eight hundred dollars The Chicago Trib
une pronounces them the best span of horses in
the West
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

COMMITTED for PesJHy-A witness in case be
tore the Circuit Court yesterday guilty of
such papable perjury, as appeared by the testimo-
ny oil four other witnesses, that he was committed
nal, 9th inst MADISON Innr-
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

.ADlerican Siips.-CaPt. Mckay, the great Bos-
ton ship builder, has received orders from different
Liverpool houses for 100000 worth of shipping
"a pretty good evidence of the fame of an enter
prislng Yankee
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

II The President and his family intends IL rus-
tIcate at Old Point Comfort near Norfolk during a
part of the summer. De Russeys cottage is to he
fitted up for his accommodation
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

IL The Spanish officials in Cuba are represen-
ted 10 be IN such state of fear and excitement
mat letter mentions rumor current in Havana
that all foreigners in Cuba are to be compelled to
join the militia quit. the Island
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

The Expense of the Ratkyoad Erctasion- ST.
Paul paper states that $4,000 appropriated
by the Rock Island Railroad Co. TO meet the ex-
penses OF their recent grant excursion party.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

EJ1DtOSioa at Boston-On the 4th inst boiler
in Taylors factory, on Brighton St, ex ploded kill
ing two persons, including Thomas Beach, engin
eer, and wounding six others
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

u The Senate has granted leave to 1t Maury
to accePta gold medal from the King of Sweden.
This medal has been granted in consideration of
1t Maury valuable charts and astronomical OBJ
SeTvatioDs.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

u The deiences of Sebastapol Hsrbor are pc
cular. The cable which has been nut across the
moath o: oebastapo Is described as consisting of
a number of chain cables twisted together and Sc
cured on each side by strong masonry. From its
being formed of separate chains it is considered
sufficiently strong 10 keep out a steamer going at
full speed
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

II Austria has formally approved OF the course
Of France and England IN threatening to occupy
Greece, in case their King (Otho) did no. recede
from the Russian alliance.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

II The freight way bills on the Milwaukee &
Mississippi Railroad to this town on the 18th and
10Th inst. amount TO Si,276,23. Il is generally
conceded that this rail road will pay Madison
s
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Representatives, from Japan repori that a new
Emperor had been enthroned The report of the
Russian Admiral having made treaty with the
Emperor Is unfounded.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
Magnificent Work of History

WHOLE LIBRARY IN IrsELF.-A History OF
all Nations, from the earliest period to the present
time. or Universal History in which the History
of every Nation, ancient and modern, is separate
ly given, by S. G. Goodrich, Consul 10 Paris, and
author of several VI :, Ks OF History, Peter Par
ley" etc.
II contains 1907 pages, royal octave and is IL
Illustrated by 10 maps, and 700 engravipgs, bound
in imitation OF Turkey morocco.
The above work comes recommended by the
best scholars of the age and from has,y exami-
nation OF its contents as we'll as the we'll known
character of the Author, we have no hesitation in
saying it is al, it claims TO be.
Dr. Todd of Saratoga. \ Y, who is agent for
the above work in this and adjoining counties, is
in town, and will give our citizens an opportunity
Z, examine il for few days. All those persons
who may wish to procure this most excellent
work Will do well TO avail themselves of the pres
emf opportunity, as it is sold only by agents.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

FLORA LINDSAY, or Passages in eventful
Life, by Mrs. MoonIE author of Mark Huddie
stone Life in the Clearings,"" Roughing it in
the Bush, etc.-Dewitt & Davenport, New York
We have given this volume but cursory peru
sal, yet sufficient to become satisfied that Mrs
Noodle has sustained the enviable reputation here
rofore acquired by her an author Under the
light veil OF fiction and an assumfe ed name she has
III reality given an autobiography OF her own
eseitiul life prior TO her emigration TO America
1t is written in a beautiful YET simple style, and
bears he stamp OF truth every page. a
few copies of this interesting book are for sale al
the Mineral Point Book Store. Publishers Price
So cents.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Hho Is he s-Col. Suttie, the claimant of the
fugitive Burns, Is native of New Hampshire.
who became possessed of slaves in Virginia bv
marriage.-IM Nil. Wis.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

IL We regret TO learn that the store OF Mr..
Robert VI. Miller, al Fort Andrew, Richland Co,
recently destroyed by fire, together with Its
entire contents. The loss 10 Mr. Miller is said
10 be about s. 600.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
TAX UiP,

a On the FIRST day of June, 1854, At the so'x
In " Of he Unde, signed, eight miles nofsy
NA Dodge yille a dark chestnut MARE sooi'
I'LL six eight years old, wIih q hie SRA,
in her forehead and both hind feet white 80 N ~
locks che had a halter and IL about Hneen sr'G
high Any person proving property and pa ing charts
receive the same. ROBERT klNnEAs'
June 18th, 1854. 32'H
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
The Danube.

Advices from Bucharest of the 9th inst. state
that the passage OF the Russian troops at KaIa
rasch and above Oitenjtza continued without in
terruption on the 18th. Sistria and Turtukai
are stated 10 be completely invested bv the Rus.
slams. and the division of infantry under General
>oImonoH has been ordered to Rasgrad in order
TO enclose Rutschuk also from the land side
Hence 1t Is inferred that TErtullai and Rutschuk
are already besieged At the present moment
$4,000 men, Of which $4,000 are cavalry. are
being concentrated in the camp of Budeschti and
II Is expected That part OF these troops will
shortly begin operations against TIrnowa The
whole of this intelligence comes from a doubtful
source, aud requires confirmation. No less than
200 priests are lerambulating tiIe Russian camp
with Images of the holy Sergius and are trying
10 excite the religious ianaicsm of the soldiers By
every possible means. The $4,000 men who are
devoted = the storming of Silistria live n sep
arate camp. and are preparing themselves by fast
ing aud prayer Tor tie assault
The news of battle announced in the Daily
News of Friday last as having been fought near
Silistna, IS confirmed Il came off on the Isl INST
lasted eight hours, Was a very bloody one both
parties suffering severely. The Turks had the
advantage 50 much So that general Chru,ef who
commanded the vanguard of the Russians was
compelled 10 stop the further advance of his
troops. In the meantime, provisions and amuni
ton were safely taken INFO the fortress
News rom Bucharest OF the 18th. SAYS, hot
wI'asiaHding all thai has been hitherto reported
TO the contrary, that Little Wallachia is not en-
tirely evacuated, in consequence of counter or
ders from 81. Petersburg
The Russians had completed bridge for cross
ing over TO The bank on the Siiistria side Ii Sill
islrIa should fall by force, (or gold.l LADDERS
corps will then form the left wing of the corps
operating against the Balkan.
The Frankfort Journal announces that the En-
peror Of Russia ia person VIII go 10 the Danube
a; the end of June.
A letter from Erzeroum of the 81 lin the Patriel
says that grand officer OF the Shah of Persia
had arrived IN that town on special mission 10
Consantinople. Ihe rumor was that he was in
structed 20 settle with The Ottoman Government
the conditions OF active cooperation against
Russia.
Ne read as follows in the Presse "The Rus
SLAMS reported falsely in stating that only two men
were killed by the guns of the vessel which went
10 The assistance OF the Tiger We learn thai
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

al gfoat-An Ohio democratic Editor thus sets
his political compass
Well, the Nebraska Bill has now passed, is now
the law, and those who done the deed are come to
judgment. Very well, gentlemen. We make no
predictions, bat calmly await the result of an APP
peal to the People. The Baltimore Platform is
knocked into pa. there is no longer toothold for
pledged faith, and SO we democracy are on raft
Well, we join the chorus
I'm afioatl l m afoat -
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

SKY LieHr DEGU RooNs-The atten
ton Of readers is directed = the card OF Mr.
ing good pictures C n rest assured that Mr..
possesses every facility for getting them up in a
superior style, and in the shortest possible space
ol time. He has beautiful Sky Light, and may
be found at all times al his Rooms, over the Post
Office nearly onposite The Tribune BuilAing
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
Later from California Arrival of two Steamer!
with So, 100000.

The steamer Star of the West arrived at New
York on the Sth, and the George Law on the 9th
bringing together, 947 passengers, and nearly
100000 in gold dust.
The news from the mines is not important.
Few discoveries of rich diggiugs have been made
and the mines were yielding well. The Legisa-
ture was about to adjourn without electing a
Senator to succeed Mr.. Gwnn One of the asp.-
rants, Broderck. formerly of New York. was re-
ported to have expended 100000 TO secure his
election, but had failed. 1t was thought, howev-
er. that an extra session would be called in which
case his election is considered certain
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

IL BY an act Of the late Legislature, the time
which the interest on School and University
lands and funds is TO be paid, is extended to the
l5th OF Mi-ca of each wear
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Monument to an Edilor.-The citizens of ST
Louis have held meeting, and appointed COM
mittees for the nurpos, of erecting monument
TO the memory OF the late Col CHAMBERS, of the
Missouri Republican
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

This will be a serious inconve hence 20 summer
visitors TO the mountains of New Hampshire
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
$40 Reward!

STRAYED from the subscri Der, living des
tS1No miles south of Mineral Point, sre
~ # MULES. years old-both mares, nsn
SA>-6 mouse coored were both y"kfd. fm
were seen at Dotgeville three -four weeks age
The above Reward win be given for the deliver
said ues s. for il rmaiion where they % H
may get them JOHN PAREIs0N
June 81. Ie5i. 3w34'
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

W Ye lovers of light Literature. you can find
all the late works of Fiction and Romance, as
well as the more substantial Literature of the
age al the Mineral Point Book Store For par
ticuIars advertisements IN another column, but
tor the Books themselves call on JOS SMITH, OPP
posire the Tribune building.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22
STATE Of WISCONSIN, I0rq Co.nty Court,

STATE Of WISCONSIN,, ioua Coxnty Curt,
Iowa CorsTy ss in PrebatL
NOTICE is hereby given, that Eliza b Hami!ts
administrators of the estate of Henry Ham hon,
of the city OF Buffalo, in the county Of Erie
New York, deceased, has this day filed in The Pro"s
Office petition praying license to mortgage, ese,a
sell much OF the real estate of the said Henry nI
iiton, dec eased, situate in the State OF Wisconeh
shall be necessary the debts OF said d-ceasoS
for the support of the minor children Of said deees
and That the is for he ring the Pr bse oes
in Mineral Point, in said county the frs 1aesfi
being the first day of August A. 1854, when and VICE
all persons interested may appear and resist The pr
of said petition il they see proper to do. Pfos<
Office, Mineral Point, June fifth. 1854.
I4w32l Ky the Court. l.. M STRONG, Co. Judge
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

II The Notch House the White Mountains
was totally destroyed by fire on Friday the 9th
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

u 4 Ene chance tor buying Groceries, at
Wholesale is offered BY S. kLAuBxa
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

II MANY Citizens OF Chicago recommend
that the Fourth 81 July be observed as day Of
mourning by the citizens OF Chicago, on account
OF the passage of the Nebraska Bill, and that the
vessels IN the harbor exhibit their flags al half
mast and the bells of the ely be toled during the
day
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1854-06-22

Starcy ca the tcay TO Nebraska The Ann Ar.
Dor, <Aiich) Wing, of May 3lst, says;
4 young man Formerly in employ, in whose
veracity we have all confidence, informs US that
Mh6 At st LOUIS fey days v SINGS So. be fe SSaM
under the charge OF their owners"
The St Louis Intelligencer of the Goth ult,
says:
I'VE learn from a friend who has just reached
the city from trip through the Missouri River
counties that hundreds of Missourians have been
eagerly awaiting the news OF The passage of the
Kansas aud Nebraska territorial bill, and that a
very large emigration will Immediately cross over
into Kansas