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Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Correspondence of the journal.

COUNTY SEAT PERRY, July 10, 1861.
Mr.. EDITOR In your issue of Wednesday
last you request the Building Committee to
send you for publication a statement of the
plan and intent of said Committee. In re-
ply, Mr.. Editor, as one of the Committee /
would say it will afford me pleasure to impart
to you and through the columns of the jour
NAL to the public, anyrand all information /
possess in relation thereto.
l will begin by first stating what was the
first plan of building namely Al feet trent by
II feet deep and three storis in height. The
be used in part for Jail and in part for dwell
ling of Tailor the second story for offices, and
the third story as Court Room. This, you
will bear in mind, was the original intention
of the Committee On Thursday last the
Committee had meeting and mutually agreed
TO make a change by leaving out entirely
that portion intended for Jail purpo-
ses, thereby reducing the stone work
some 500 perch otherwise the building will
be the same-4l feet by 81 feet, and two sto-
ries in height, the first story to be divided into
hall, and four rooms for offices, and jury room,
provided with two stone fire proof vaults for
the keeping of records, with capacity sufficient
to hold 300 volumes. Therefore Sir, you will
perceive the building of Jail will be a sub
jcct for future consideration. The Committee
were of opinion this plan would be advisable
in view OF the monetary pressure together
with the shortness of the season. | would
further state that it is the intention of the Com
mittee to erect plain, substantial stone bull
ding, and the Committee intend to keep i'll
side of the appropriation, that being $6,500.-
They are DESTROYS CT getting the building en-
closed and otherwise in such stage of pro-
gress as will enable the equity to have the
benefit of the use of the same the coming win
ter. Neither is it the intention, wish, OF de-
sire of the Committee to waste, expend reck-
lessly, use favoritism, or in any way make an
improper use of the appropriation or any part
thereof. But win use every effort TO use the
same t. the best advantage, Notwithstanding
ali the Tax Payer has or may hereafter say to
the contrary. Respectfully yours,
JAMES AKERS.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Camp Correspondence
CAMP RANDALL, July 18Th 1861.

CANT RANDALL, July 18th 1861.
DEAR Lutte The Prescott Guards have
Just been feasting OH the rich cake and RECALLING
themselves it'll the flavor of those fine cigars
ct cetera which the good people of Prescott in
continuance of their former generosity sent
down by A. H. Young Esq.
The boys gave three rousing cheers for Pres
colt and "went i'm on their shape" 1t was
glorious relief from their regular soldier fare
aid they distinctly expressed many thanks to
the donors. s,May the citizens of Prescott be
amply repaid by the noble defence that the
boys will make of the alag of our Country
Everything is moving smoothly here and the
regiments are fast getting ready for orders to
move. The 5th Regiment was sworn into the
U. S. service to-day by Capt. Mcintyre. They
took the oath by companies, each one holding
up his right hand, swearing the allegiance to
the U. S. and to obey all the rules and articles
for the government of the army of the United
States. After the oath was administered each
company gave rdusing cheers for the Union
The soldiers literally filed the air with their
caps after the oath was administered. There
was very large crowd of citizens present dur
ing the performance and the utmost good feel
ing prevailed.
The 9Th will be sworn ia next Monday or
Tuesday 1t is yet unknown when tile Reg
iments will move. They will perhaps go to
Martinsburg, Virginia.
| The soldiers have been furnished up to this
| date with the following articles of clothing
grey cottonade pants, blue bouses, grey caps,
| with oil cloth covers and Havelocks (the Have
lock your humble servant received in Prescott
being carefully preserved and worn only on
! special occasions in remembrance of the fair
maker,) sloes and sacks. You would now
hardly recognize the Prescott Guarls In their
blle shirts.
General Order no read last night upon
Dress Parade announced the non commissions
ed Staff OF the 9th Regiment The Sergeant
Major and Fife Maj were taken from the
Prescott Guar d. Cor more appropriately. Co.
i B y the lst Sergeant and Fifer being respec-
lively appointed to tbos e positions.
| The daily exercises of the camp are as fol-
lows A. NJ roll call and company drill till
| 615 o'clock-7 o'clock breakiast-S115. Guards
| Mounting Commi> stoned officers dtil at 90
o'clock and company drill from 10 till IL IL
| u, Dinner-1I. Non-commssoned officers
drill-3, Battalion Drlll-515, SUPPER,
| Dreas Parade. At o'clock all must be in
tents and the lights must BE- put out at 10. The
times of all the foregoing duties is indicated
by the beat of the drum.
| The boys are well and in good spirits.
Yours &C., CLERNoyT.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
The Press g. News.-Since BERl

The Press g. News.-Since BERIAH
BRowN has left the Press d Ns,cs, that paper
has greatly improved in tone Its present edi:
tor thus hits the late Beriah:-
That every man, who supported, in the late
presidential contest the brave and patriotic
Douglas, should still cherish in his heart some
prejudice against his successful rivalis natural,
nay, unavoidable. Nevertheless we are for
the Union, and no appeals to our prejudice, no
threats of political accommodation, and no
hypocritical lamentations over the evils of civ.
il war by "Ghristain gentlemen can divert
our attention from this one great fact, that the
administration has not thus far departed a
hairs breadth from the policy which Mr.,
Douglas advised Mr. Lincoln to adopt, for the
preservation of the Government. Though
dead, he still speaketh to us, and when we all
low eur prejudices to close our ears against his
last injunctions, we will injustice to his
memory, renounce our connection with his
faithful and devoted followers. 1t is meet and
proper, that Judas should no longer be count
ed one of the twelve.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
PARADISE MILLS
HUDSON CITY, WISCONSIN.

TINE SUBSCRIBERS keep. constantly on
l. hand at their Mills on Willow River, a
short distance from The steamboat landing, a
large quantity of Fine, Superfine, and Extra
Superfine Flour, Corn Meal, Buckwheat
Flour, Bran, Shorts, Middlings, and all
kinds of Mill Feed, Provender, &C., &c.
The subscribers feel confident that with the
facilities they possess, they can compete sue
cessfully with any like establishment:
Persons coming from distance with grists
will be promptly attended TO. The best brands
of flour put up in hall, quarter and eighth barr
rel sacks, and for sale at wholesale ahd retail
Cash paid for wheat and all other kinds OF
grain. Please give us q call
COX & GREEN.
Hudson. June l3, 1857. [ltf
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

The Crops.-The idea seems to be quite
prevalent that the crops in this section are We
ry poor, and that the wheat crop, especially,
will not give its usual yield. Now such is
not the case. On the contrary, the crops are
good. The wheat will not yield as much as
last year. but viii be nearly, if not fully up to
the average crop. All other crops arc looking
finely, and give promise of an abundant har-
vest. We have gained our information in re-
gard to the crops both by actual observation
and by conversation with numerous farmers,
and we believe it is orrect-HudSon Times.
The crops in this county are looking finely,
with fair prospect of an average yield. We
must " go slow" and be content with thirty
bushels of wheat to the acre this year.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

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Among the special departments is a Com
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Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Council Proceedings.
WISE.

COUNCIL HALL, July 10. 1861.
Council called to order by the Mayor
Present-Ald. Griffin, SchaseI, Barnard, Ra-
der and Haviland.
Aid. Barnard introduced a resolution, (see
ADVERTISEMENT which was adopted, only Aid.
RAIDER voting in the negative.
On motion of Aid. Griffin the Clerk was in
stiucted to direct the Treasurer to sell no more
lots in Pine Glen Cemetery, in the east half
and south of the centre street of the large
circle.
The following bills were allowed, as repor-
ted back from the auditing committee
Dill Il Brother. tor sundries, 1920
S. B. Suydam, for plank for street. 100
H. Harvey, for services on BID of eq'n, 300
J. NJ. Whipple, do do do 3,O0
George Schaser, removing nuisance. LOO
D. j. Dill, bringing vol. from Hudson, $50
w d. Benjamin d Co., for moving
pauper etc. reduced to $50
On motion adjourned.
W. T. HATCH, City Clerk.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Mail Arrangements for 1851.

Mails closed for down way, South and East.
II o'clock, A. NJ.
Mails closed for up way and st. Paul,
s o'clock. p. NJ.
Mails closed for Hudson, River Falls and
Clifton, $50 A. II.
Mails closed tor Tfimbelle (Tuesday,) l
o'clock, P. NJ. t5
Mails arrive from South and East o'clock,
P. NJ.
Mails arrive from ST. Paul and Hastings,
IL o'clock, NJ.
Mails arrive up way, 7 o'clock, P. NJ.
Mails arrive from Hudson and st. Croix Falls
II o'clock, NJ.
Mails arrive from Tlimbelle (Tuesday,) II
o'clock, NJ.
o. T. MANSON, p. NJ.
Prescott, May Is, 1861.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Take Notice.

A NY and all persons wishing to Bid on any
n portion of the County Buildings are in
vited to do so immediately. Bids are also in
vited for the purchasing of Lumber and Shin
giles tor said buildings. For particulars ap-
Div to the subscriber at the County Seat.
Also. wanted four teams to haul material,
Tor which fair price per day or by the job
wifi be PAID ia MES AKERS.
Prescott, July 10. '6I. nl0w4
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Go6d Inyestnle

A Go6d Investment.-It will be seen by
70 terring 10 our advertising columns, the City
Council have passed resolution for the con-
st~uction of sidewalk on either side of Broad
street between Kinickinic st and the store occu-
pied by w. d. Sterling, on West side, and thai
of J. Firner on the East side. The owners of
property on this street are required to build
sidewalk in front of their lots within sixty
days fromthe publication Of this resolution
But ifnot built within the specified time, said
sidewalk will be built by the city. and spec
ial tax levied to cover the expense. No doubt
the owners of property on this street will
.heerfully comply with the law. and we will
soon have what has been so much needed for
years pas "a genuine side -alk. $50 IA ~.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
RESOLUTION.

Resolred, By the Common Council of the
city of Prescott, that notice be given to all
parties owning lots on Broad Street, between
Knnickinnic Street and the store occupied hy
w. D. Sterling. on the West side. and that If
Joseph Firner, on the East side. that they viii
be required to build sidewalk in front of their
lots within sixty days from the publication of
this notice. All lots not planked in front at
the expiration of the time win be done BY. the
city, as provided in Sec 5. Chap 6 City Char
ter the work to he done as hereinafter pro-
vlded. The planks to be two inches thick and
eight feet long, to be separated by four .ioist.
three by six inches, to lay on the ground or be
supported by good blocking; the sidewalk
to be built as near level as possible and suit
the convenience of the stores--all to. be, done
in workmenlike manner. and under the direc-
ton of the Street Commissioners!
.Hu4 sfgJ..fM NJ. WHIPPLE, Mayor.
W. T. HATou, City Clerk. n12w9
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

r&- C. N. WHITNEY, of the Minnesota
Conseruer, has commenced the publication of a
daily paper called the Minnesota Daily Con-
seryer. 1t contains full Geographic reports,and
will be appreciated by those wishing to obtain
reliable dispatches from the Seat of War. By
this arrangementwe will receive the latest news
by s o'clock every morning. We are indebt-
TO Mr. W HIrSKY for the latest kilograms il,
advance ofthe St Paul mail. Long may re
.et 80
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
The Fourth Regiment and Stump Tail

An attempt was made by Governor Randall
to pay off the Fourth Regiment, for the time
in Wisconsin currency, But it was no go The
boys "knew a thing or two" Stump tail was no
compensation for "going sojering.'' We learn
that Winchester and Judge Clapp of the Hud-
son City Guards, mounted the stump and
made elaborate speeches. urging the boys to
refrse all money except the specie. Of course
the victory was with the soldiers, and the geld
was paid .-HladSon Times.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
PTFRCF CO MISSIONS DNFSDAY JUTY
So Ii is related of one of the soldier

gB- 1t is related of one of the soldiers
wounded in the Big Bethel mistake, and had
to have his right arm amputated, that he bore
the operation with much fcrtitude, and on
seeing the discovered arm about to he taken
away for the burial, called The man back, and
grasping the fingers shook hands with the arm
saying, " Good bye, old friend /; you served
me often at pinch, and l thought to carry
you to my grave, but you are going before me.
Good bye" ..r
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

re Quite number of our citizens atten-
oed DE Ravens circus Wednesday evening
ana enjoyed rich treat. We were high
y pleased with the circus, but cannot say we
particularly enjoyed the negro performance
rather too much darkey for us. The eight
instrument " nashshine" is a very complicated
NE ''0'iCa' and no doubt required years of toll
anu STUDY 10 bring it to perfection. This
probably accounts for the numerous erov hairs
en- the Uranium ct the original inventor"
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
A Word to the Bows Going South

II W OIu GO 1i1S 10y 70 STOHI4S 1o''e'1'
1t would not be strange if with the change of
climate and exposure TO which you will he ex-
posed in the Land of Dixie you should
stand in need of some valuable pain relever
to be used Immediately; such a remedy is
Perry Davis Vegetable Pain Killer. The
Pain Killer has been tested in every variety of
climate, and by almost every nation known to
Americans. 1t is the almost constant friend
of the missionary and the trlveler on sea and
land--tor the cure of colds, coughs weak
stomach and general debility, indigestion,
cramp and rain in stomach, Bowel Complaint,
Collie Diarrhoea, Cholera, etc. Don't go with
out bottle in your knapsacks. To be had at
the Drugstorns.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
ng- The Wisconsin Farmer thus very truth

eE- The Wisconsin, Farmer thus very truth
fully speaks of the advantages of Pierce Co i:
DIR. o. T. Maxson, of Prescott, publishes an
interesting and truthful account of the County
of Pierce and its advantages as location for
farmers and mechanics, and for men of capt.
tai. We have visited this favored portion of
our State and are fully convinced that he has
not overstated its claims as to beauty of SCENE
ry, fertility of soil, quality of timber, ETC., and
the enterprise. Intelligence. and virtue of IFS
people, His statement should be read by all
who desire either to invest their capital for flu
ture gain or SECURE homes for their families"
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Remember that

n. S. DUNBAR will always be found
early and Late at his new Brick Store, No. IL,
ON the Levee, where he keeps constantly on
hand everything in the line of Groceries. Dry
Goods, Boots and Shoes, Hardware, etc, etc,
cheap for cash. Goods given at cash prices
for all kinds of Produce.
Also. Ticket Agent of the Illinois Central,
Galena and Chicago Union Railroads.
Prescott, May S. 1861. n1tf
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

.w" A Rebel flag was found flying at the
top of the flag pole in McGregor. Iowa, on the
4th. The incident created quite an excite
ment in that lively burgh. t
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

Most of our reas eIs are aware that the
4th Regiment Wis. Volunteers has left for Ra-
cine, destined TO Gen. PattersJn's column
The papers highly compliment its appear
ance
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

cX- Mr. NJ. Cook. a farmer residing near
River Fails, presentedus with nice lot of En-
slish Gooseberries few days since, the lar
of which measured 3 inches in diameter
We Judge from the dimensions of these bereies
that Mr. Cook is all right on the goose ques-
ton. ....--.,
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

e B. W. REYNOLDS, Esq. Receiver OF the
ST. Croix Land Office, called on us few days
sn,e. We notice the La Crosse Republican
speaks Of him as "the Elder" so without
doubt he is great and good man."
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

Sands Circus.-This circus will exhibit
at Hastings July 29th. and no doubt will be
well patronized. as all know this circus is A.
No l. and never fails to please. We have fire.
quently attended SANDS exhibitions, and al
ways got our moneys worth. IL
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

s The Milwaukee took an excursion par
ty to st. Paul on Thursday evening last. The
boat was beautifully decorated with evergreens,
and the smiling countenances of the excur-
siOnists told they were having huge old time
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

IF The st. Paul Press a few days since
Croix Falls. was appointed Col of the Sth
Wis Regiment We have seen no notice of
the fact elsewhere.o
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

r%- A committee of the citizens of Pitts
burgh will visit Washington during the pre-
sent session of Congress to urge upon that
body the Importance Establishing national
foundery. and the advantages of their city for
its location.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
Something for the Times
NECESSITY in EVERY HOUSEHOLD
JOHNS & CROSLEY,S
American ment Glue!

. THE STRONGEST GLUE IN THE WORLD
For Cenetttng Wood, Leather, Glass, Iuory.
China, Marble, Porcelain, .AiabaSter, Bone,
t.. Coral, ETC., etc., etc.
The only article of the kind ever produced
which vii. Withstand Water.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
sH- Three of the Prescott Guards arrived

g Three of the Prescott Guards arrived
here Saturday evening last. They remained
until Tuesday evening. when they departed for
Camp. The 9th Wis. Regiment, in which is
the Prescott Guards, have orders to march for
Washington on Friday of this week, and will
probably assist in storming Manassas fortifca-
tons.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

"GoDEY" for August is received. 1t is
q capital number. For sale by MCKEE.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

r. We learn W. J. WHIPPLE of this city
has been engaged as correspondent of the
Press d. Neacs, Milwaukee. He accompanied
the 4th Regiment Wis. Volunteers to Racine
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

.E- The article from Mr.. AKERs was in
tended for last weeks paper, but was received
too late for insertion The same is true of the
letter from Camp Randall.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

tE Green apples made their appearance
IN our market few days since, but soon dis
appeared. leaving many of our citizens with
outa snell--Of the delicious fruit This fruit
will foon be more plenty:
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

- From all accounts the Editorial Con-
yention at Hudson was a success The adj
dress, by H. A. TAYLOR, is spoken of as very
fne.-NlCaukee WisconSin.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

IF The military of this city continue
their drill, and are making good progress
The Fire Company in Hudson are practicing
the Zouaye drill.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
MASONIC.

THERE will be a regular meeting of N W
Lodge No los of Free and Accepted Ma
sons OH the second and fourth TUESDAYS of
each month at Masonic Hall. Sehaeer's Ru;i-
liny Prescott WISCONSIN.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

-" We are continually receiving additions
10 our. Trimbelle list of subscribers. Room
for more, gentlemen.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

g J, 5. ELwELL. of the North Star, pass
e. through our city on Friday last, on his re-
turn from the East. where he has been sojour-
ming for several months past.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24
MARRIED.,

At Glenmont, July 18th, by the Rev. S.
Putnam DAVID HALL, of Glenmont, and Miss
NELLIE BACON, of Liberty, Mo.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

s~" The Mobile Register, of late date
states that more than four millions Of specie
has been Withdrawn from the city banks Of
Alabama, and has been buried.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

- The American House in Milwaukee, is
to be Immediately rebuilt.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

8 Specifications of the plan of the Court
House decided upon by the committee have
been left at this office. and can be seen by any
one who wishes to look at them.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

e R. R. HENRY Esq. has been appointed
Postmaster at PIT. Douglas.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

rx- For list of Banks, Market Report and
L,test Neus. see Fourth page.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1861-07-24

ssg" One of our business firms. few days
since, on opening barrel of pork, discovered
it was not The genuine article, and disposed of
SAID pork by rolling it into the river. A pass
er-by soon discovered the barrel, and think
ing he had good thing, fastened to rescue
it. After considerable exertion no his part he
succeeded in getting it out of the water and
Impending it, when he no do doubt " smelt a
smell" and thrust his head and shoulders into
the barrel to see what was the difficulty on the
inside. After taking several snuffs, concluded
if it was little stale it was chape, would
need little or no chewing. and answer the pur-
pose of the genuine article and away went
Mr.. man with his treasure.