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Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Il Home Production Wisconsin Lemons Col
L. Miller has left with us lemon raised by him
IN The town OF Magnolia, which in size and fla
vor is equal 10 any have brought into
this city from any other place. The Col informs
us that on the tree from which this specimen was
taken, he raised LOG others, though OF course not
as large as the specimen lett with us-Janesuale
Syo-st..
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Baltimore, June 4.
puginia Eiection.-Official returns received
reduce Vices majority below 10000. The cleo
ton of Lewis, dem. for Congress is in doubt
The Richmond Enquirer says it is prepared to
hear of his defeat.
A marriage party from Washington Co, has
been poisoned by eating custard in which arsenic
had been placed Some 25 of them are not ex-
pected 10 !ive-the bride among the number. As
to who committed the act, still remains a rnys-
terry.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Wisconsin Laws.-The printing of the public
laws IN the Argus & Democrat, which is the Off
cial paper of the State, was completed on the
End inst. The volume OF the same has been al
ready printed and is in the hands Of the binder
1t will be out and ready for distribution about the
Isl OF June. In no previous year have the pub
lie laws been ready delivery within four or six
months after the close of the session, and thew
have often been delayed till near the meeting OF
the next Leg Standardization 4reu,
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Stookortdse Trsaty-The settlers in Calu
met County are much dissatisfied with the re-
cent treaty with the Stoc kbridge Indians which
allows the latter &c remain on their lands, and
ne whites. who had settled there, to be paid q
certain sum for their improvements
The settlers recently held a me.t ing in regard
. the matter
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Astronomical Discopery--It is said that one of
the incidental results OF the Japan expedition is
the discovery that the Zodiaca light is belt ex>
tending entirely around the earth after the man
ner of Saturns ring The matter has excited a
good deal of interest among astronomers, and
Prof Pierce, of Cambridge, considerers the fact
established by the observations taken
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II The Albany Atlas perpetrates the follow
ing capital jokes
CuAiuate the Society Of Birds $50 say all the
newspapers; but no sooner does Baker reach the
Canary Islands than they arrest and bring him
back. From the Canarles TO Sing Sng-what a
difference
Getting a SpeH"-Ceo. Law, who has been
charged with not being up to the Alphabet OF
politics, has got far as k-er.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

St Louis. June f.
Steamboat burnt the Illinois steamer
keystone State, bound hence for Peoria was burn
ed TO the waters edge in the Illinois River. Five
persons persisted in the flames, and number of
others were injured The boat and cargo proved
an entire loss She was owned by a company
in this City
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

EXTENT THE STonN-From the best in
formation we obtain, we are led 10 believe
that the storm on Saturday was confined to a
strip not more than two or three miles wide. AT
Highland they got but a small portion of it, Will
At Linden much damage was done. We hear of
its ra~ages east and west, but north and south
there was rain with but little hail
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Prohbitory La,o.-The majorities on the
above question IN sc counties heard from stand
as follows: For Prohibition, 1880; Against
Prohibition, l7,549 As ulany of the counties TO
hear from in the lower part OF the State where
the maJorities have so far been heavy against the
law, II is probable that The same has been defeat.
ed by decided vote -Goiena Advertiser
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

we" i ork, June D
FROM Cdhjo'Hla The steamship Illinois
Arrived 10 day with about $50 passengers and
S495.000 in treasure The California dates were
anticipated
The Golden Age again got afoat on the
22d of May, and was being repaired for an
immediate trip TO San Francisco She is said to
be in perfectly safe and good condition.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Rock Island Brrdge Case-The motion
against the Rock Island Bridge Company enioin-
ing them from: erecting Bridge across the Mis-
sissippi at Rock Island, has been overruled by
Judge Mclean, of the L. s. Supreme Court. The
Company is now at full liberty 10 go on in the
erection of the Bridge
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Business The business of the city continues
good, and is more regular steady and reliable
than ever before. We anticipate large and sub,
future-Gal .4dp
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
Chicago Market June 8.

Wharf ,6Oal63 for common warehouse I,
good milling spring. Winter l,70a2,0O.
CoRN-at 76a77 per 60 lbs.
OATs-Quiet at 45a46c
RYE, lOa1 30
BARLEY-Dul at 75aI,OO.
PoTAToEs-7 5aS74c.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Senatorial QuesilOm-The Legislature of Cali
fornia adjourned at midnight on the Sth of Nav
without electing United States Senator. 1t is
said that Gov. Bigler is in the field for tina,
high office. and that his claim will be warmly
pressed by his friends.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Robbery Of TORONTO Post O6ioe-A young man
named Robert c, Backus was, Monday, ar
rested at Toronto, charged with robbing the
mails. He confessed the crime, and ELL It's
in money were upon has person. Several heavy
losses had been discovered during the winter.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Chicago, June s. 7 p. NJ
The Liquor Lac in Illinois Returns to date
foot up majorities as folIows-for Prohibition
l5,205-against ditto 1915, leaving au apparent
majority Of 80 votes for the law The final result
is quite much in doubt as ever but the general
impression is that the laws is defeated.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II In the case OF Miller W. Schuyler and the
Illinois Central r. r !, in the n. Y. Sup Court to
recover the value of certificates for 500 shares OF
stock ar pro rata subscription, it was held that
Miller was entitled 10 the bonds and the Compa-
ny va. liable. Judgment for plaintiff, $4,000.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II The Canadians demanding municipal
governments, universal suffrage vote by ballot.
an elective Governor, and written constitution.
and before very long they will have what they
demand-M Free Dem.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

E. ID. Ladd, formerly citizen of Milwaukee.
has been elected member of the Kansas Lesisla
ture. Mr.. l.. has, during his residence in
Kansas, contributed TO the columns of the Sentinel
several interesting letters, containing much val.
liable information 10 those emigratns TO that ter
rItory
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Northern Iaapr0remeat.-The work on tn.
Fox River improvement between Appleton and
Depere, will be completed and rendered navigable
on the st of September next
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
RELLGInuS Notice

he annual convention of the Protestant Episco
pal Church for the Diocese of Wisconsin. will be
held at Trinity Church, Mineral Point commenc.
ing on the 9th inst The church will be conse-
Grated according TO the forms of the Episcopal
Church. during the sitting of the Convention.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

! IL The Mayor of Wellsville, Ohio got drunk
not long since: when sobered, he went before A
squire, informed of himself, paid his fine, and re-
signed his office
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

A Clergyman wth Street tooth-The Albany
Argus relates that the Rev. Mr. Chase of Bruins.
wic1-a small village djacent to Troy-has run
away with another mans wife-a newly married
woman only about eighteen years of age; where
the minister is over fifty and has wife and ten
Children!
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Pubic Health There has been but thrice,
Rterments in the City Burial Ground during the
month OF May, of which nine only were of resi-
dents of city, and FIVE of these were of children
under three yours of age-Gai .4Gu
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

AWARD DAMAGEs-The Commissioners
appointed by the Circuit Court to assess damages
in the case of Capt H. H. Gear and the Central
Railroad, awarded TO the former the sum of
75O-Galeua Adre,tiser
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

IL Liquor Suu.-The trial of VIM. Mnrdock
for selling liquor without license has resulted
in verdict OF guilty and fine of $500 with
costs of suit Janesville Gazette, I'd inst.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

4.
The steamer Illinois. hence for Lake Superior,
with Sidney Webster. Private Secretary of Presi-
dent Pierce, J. w. Forney, late Clerk of the
House OF Representatives, and other officials is
aground on ST. Clair Flats
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

ID Chapman, on trial in Boston for the muir
der of BENJAMIN CozzKSs has been found Guilty
Unless hung soon, Chapman will die of con.um o.
ton.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Through TO Dunlieth-The construction train
on the Illinois Central Railroad ran through TO
Dunlieth, about o'clock, yesterday morning.
Gal .4du I'd
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II Lieut.. Col Bragg, of the Artillery so well
known in connection with our victories on the
Rio Grande, under Gen. Taylor, has declined a
Majorship in one of the regiments, rendered him
by the president
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
Milwaukee Market -June &

WHEAr-Ag gain advanced, ,66al6S was paid
freely at the depot Tor spring, and some loads H.
the street bringing leOaIol; winter l75aloO
BARLEY-no sales 10 notes. We quote nomnaly
at 75aS0
RIE-Yery small receipts, and sales at lSg
LEO.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II There were twenty-six fires in the United
STATES during The month of May, in which the loss
exceeded 81 LAG ,o00-simiIar loss since the wear
brsan, S6,3ls ,0Oo.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

W dSIINgIOH. June D
Charter Eiection-In our election Yesterday The
Americans lost six Councilmen and gained four
Aldermen They have majority of | S on Joint
ballot. The average American majority was $50.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Ne,o Hampshire -The vote for Congressman.
official, gives the Republican candidates The fol>
lowing majorities LIST Dist. James Pike, 32I2:
I'd do, Mason w. Tappan, 3,479; Cd do, Aaron
H. Cragin, 3,4s6. Aggregate majority, 1910.
That will do-MI Free Dem
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II The public land about AZ m belle is being
taken up at rapid raie-upH ards of 10000
acres having been located since the opening o.
navigation The claimants are mostly actua
Settlers Prescott pierce Co Paraclete
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

A RIFLE invented by business man of this
city, has been patented, which beats the Minnie
rifle for range and accuracy, is far simpler and
can be fired 80 times minute. That will do
We are permitted, at present, to say nothing
more about it-Frce Democrat
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Southern .4id Moueniem.-A Society has been
formed in Richmond, Va to aid Southern emigra-
ton to Kansas Territory.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
Spring field, Mass June &

REGARD for tie Detection of IILians.-The
Western Railroad offers 5 Io,OOO-reward for the
conviction of parties who placed the distractions
on tie track near Worcester on Tuesday night
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

kro,c Nothing Convention National K
n. Convention met at Philadelphia, on the 5th
inst. Nine Hundred delegates were admitted
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

u The bill 10 abolish the postage news
papers published ia Canada, goes into operation
on the first OF next month
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II Thompson Reporter thinks the new i.-
sue OF Land Warrants will not be in the market
SO as 10 be available before the LIST of July.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

SALES or LAND IN MISxEsor.-Tbe rec.i,.
At the Saltwater Land Office for the year ending
March 2lst 1855, amounted to S33O,0OO.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
STATE JOURNAL OFFICE. }
MADISON. June s. 1855. {
FLOUR AND GRAZ

FLUUh IND INAIN.
FLorR-S9,O0a9,50 bbl in sacks s4,5Oa5,O0
Corn meal per cwt, 81 rs.
GRAIx-Wheat winter, ,IOal50 per bushel
spring club goa 80. Corn, zoe. Barley, 65a7Oc.
Rye, 73aSSc. Oats, Soc
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

u The Pittsburg Post says the prospects are
very encouraging for the largest sussly of fruit
that has grown in that vicinity for many years
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

IL The liquor dealers OF Boston have agreed
not to sell TO the state agent appointed under the
new law.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II SHrLLsBURs, the Patriot says, has TO school.
house, or Protcstan, burying ground
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II Last Tuesday very large amount OF
grain was sold in streets, and good deal OF
the wheat ran as high as 81 ,64-Janesriie Gazette
Oh inst.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

u The Boston Traveller says tha spring trade
of that city has fallen off one half, as compared
with last year-parllcularly Western trade
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
FaRmEHs, TAKE NOTICE.

= x N FlIkS, IA 4 E NOTICE..
THOSE wanting Reapers and Mowers this season will
Il call early make machine for his harvest
have q few Machines coming Bcloit. For re
commend aons call on Mr. Poknghorn, and Squire Ben
nett, Of Linden.
have also lot of ReaPers and Mowers that failed to
WORK well last of bad and
am having them repaired, and viii sell them at a re-
duced price, without warrant.
have also 3 number OF Revolving Rakes for sale
T. X. BLoDG EFT,
Agent for J 8 Love
am now receiving new supply of New Lumber and
shall try to keep assortment OF Lumber Shingles Lath
&c. 10 supply the market.
have also a Livery Stable Buggies and Hacks 10
carry passengers any part of country Am aIs
agent for daily line of Stages for Warren
I. X BLODGETT.
'ihiSFai foiIt- hisf >" n ic3D n27tf
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II Some five hundred L. s. soldiers passed
through our city roa.se for Kansas frontier
Toledo Rep Six in..
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

ASSAULT WITH INTENT TO kILL-Jere N iah
Mechanics, Patrick McDaniels and Patrick Murray
we're arrested by Constable Gregor, Friday on
a cnarge OF committing assault upon John
Graf. They examined before Justice
tlolIister, and held to bail in the sum of $500
each for their appearance at the next term of the
Circuit Court -Sh,iisaurg Patriot s. Flag 18th itst
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II The London Leader speaks of the Empe-
ror Napoleon, this tenant at-yvl of a throne
on which no ruler has died for century,
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II vein gold, its said, has been discovered
rear Pleasant Cap, in Pittsylvania County, Va
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Strange Causaihy.-About the Goth of April
last Mr.. Hiram Harmon, a gentleman residing
near Erie, in Iowa, mounted his horse towards
evening TO hunt his cattle. During his absence a
thunder storm came up, and we informed that
nothing more seen of Mr. H. until the next
morning, when he found by some one in
search of him, wandering near his residence in a
state of utter imbeciity or insanity. His horse
was found dead, apparently from stroke of light
ming, and ii is supposed that il is from the effect
of the same that Mr.. H. is suffering He was
still al last accounts. unable to give any nforma.
ton in relation TO the manner in which he was in
lured, and t,.ere appears to be but a small pros
pect of the speedy recovery Of his reason
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Salt from Canada The steamer St Lawrence
arrived here from Montreal, last night. with over
1000 bbls of salt-Ml Free Dem.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

20 220 DEArHs by cholera, in New Orleans,
fsr the week ending Msy . 7th.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

ID Lpcfs communication received, and
will be attended TO IN due time
\ viii appear next week
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS hundred English
Mormons arrived at New York and Philadelphia
in the month of May.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
fatal liabilities
Total liabilities,

What the assets are, have at present no
means of ascertaining but it is thought that both
here and at St Louis they will be more than suf-
ficient TO cover the liabilities Considerable anxi-
ETY. felt yestarday in regard 10 the $500, 900
sent home by Page, Bacon & Co, by the Golden
Gate. but il is thought that, in accordance with
the ruling OF the Postmaster General on former
OCCASION the gold dust sent home can be secured for
the payment OF drafts, and that no loss will be
sustained
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Calamity IN Iotca Cfy-The particulars OF
the destruction of life and property at Iowa City,
by the fall ola building in.which was the Reporter
Printing Office, are not numerous. The loss is
summed up in-the death OF worthy young
man, injured several others seriously. involved a
pecuniary loss of about 5000 to the owner of the
building and utterly ruined one of the most com
plete Printing Offices in the State. The name of
the young killed Charles w. Severson
Mr. Pat on, OF the Reporter, had narrow escape.
He was al work at his when the settling
commenced, and hearing slight ticking sound
he saw an apening in the ceiling. Giving one
shout of warning t. the boys who were in the
room adjoining. be made for the door, at least 8
feet distant. and he put foot the threshold
he felt the floor sinking beneath the othe r-Gaiema
.7drcriiser
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13
SP E ClAL MOTTO ES.
ESUElEH OF july,

The 10Th Anniversary of the Independence OF
The United States will be celebrated by the citi-
zens of Dover and vicinity, at Dover, Iowa Coun.
ty, the Fourth of July next
The following is programme of the ceremo-
MES of the day
4 salute of twenty one guns at sunrise At 10
o'clock A. NJ procession will be formed in front
of the Dover Hotel, in the following order
1st. The Mill Creek Saxhorn Band, (thirteen in
number) under the management of Robert Emery
Esq, leader.
End. Thirteen Ladies representing the thirteen
original States
Sd. Citizens and strangers
4th- To close with the Officers OF the Day.-
First, The President and two Vice Presidents
Second, Chaplain, Reader of Declaration and Or
ator Third, Toast Master and manager of Fire
Works.
The whole to be formed and conducted by three
Marshals
he procession will proceed to grove short
distance out of town, where stage will be erec-
ted, and seats for the accommodation of hearers
and the usual ceremonies gone through; after
which the procession will reform and return to
the Dover Hotel, where the worthy host, Charles
F. Parks Esq, will supply the wants of nature
by preparing good and substantial dinner for all
who require it. After dinner the usual toasts will
be given, accompanied by the splendid Saxhorn
Bard, and set of Glee Singers, who will entertain
the lovers OF music at intervals the whole to
conclude with splendid display of Fire Works
IN the evening, under the management of an ex~
per ienced person.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

II Hollocays Pills, for Debitated Constitutions.
Disordered Liver, and Indigestion.-The wonderful
efficacy of this salutary medicine, and the good
effects produced on parties suffering from disorders
of the stomach, liver complaints, bile and
ind gesion, would be incredible. if it were not
confirmed by daily proofs of the The
exhierating properties of these invaluable Pills,
entirely remove all nervous symptoms from the
system, strengthen the tone of the stomach, and
thereby promote healthy digestion.
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

Death from Deirrtun Iremens Thomas Norton.
lately wheat buyer, at one time in business on
the PoiuuSlied on Wednesday night, in the Poor
House, Of Deiuiun Iremens Possessed OF an
excellent education. and knowledge of three or
four languages he might, but for his addiction 10
drinking. have been yet living respected and in
good circumstances. To drunkenness must be
ascrbed his death.-Sentinel
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

IL Governor BARsTow, of Wisconsin, and
Attorney General SMITH and District Attorney
SHARPsTEIx, of the same State, says the Detroit
Tribune, have just completed the argument of a
case before the General Land Office, in which they
claim nearly million of acres of land under ar
act making donation in aid of the Wisconsin
and Fox River canal. Three hundred and seven
tyive thousand acres have been awarded
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

.AfAklN Up.
u the Subscriber on tbs Eth day of May, 1855 in
- Town OF ~yomng- daik bay Mare, with black
name and legs, supposed three years old and b.
Collar and harness msrks upon her. Any person prove
ing properly aud paying charges receive
- LEVI REED.
wyoming, June II, lco5. 81 fz~
Mineral Point tribune. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1854-1858, 1855-06-13

The Largest Ship in the World, The Seam Frig-
ate Niagara is now in the course of construction
Cor the United States, by Mr.. Steers in the Brook
Ign navy yard, New York. The actual dImen-
slous OF this magnificent vessel are as follows
Tonnage, 5000
Extreme length on deck, 345 feet.
Load line, 1913
Extreme breadth, SIS
Depth of hold, 81
There are three decks besides the orlop. The
armament will consist of ? inch pivot guns 10
carry 10 lbs. shot, and charge of Is lbs of
powder. She is be full, rugged, her main
mast being IL feet long, and 3 feet A inches in
diameter. The Niagara is constructed VIII olty of
live oak. Congress appropriated one million Of
dollars for her construction, but her cost, it is
thought will not be over 5000, 000.-MH Vls