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Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
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Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

A Western paper lately published
an address by Mr.. Brown. and in his
next issue noted the following correc-
ton:
= For dun swizzle,' please read
prominence"
This was bad enough. but the next
week the same paper had the follow
ing
In IN advertisement which ap,
pesred in our last paper, for Humblo-
toms misunderstanding porringers.'
read 'Hamilton's Misunderstanding
lozcDgcs,'"
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Gov. Brownlow, of Tennessee, has
issued proclamation for the election
nf representatives to fill the vacancies
in the State Legislature caused by the
resignation of rebellious members. He
says the yesigning members are candi-
dates for reelection, their design being
to make tho dead lock In the Legisla-
ture perpetual.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Elkader Journal says that the Fenian
ladies of that place are preparing flag. 1t
is the intention to raise company of men in
Clayton and Dubuque counties and send them
to fight for the independence of Ireland. II
that cannot be done they will send sufficient
money to raise and equip company in some
of the larger cities. We learn by the same
paper that the people Of Clayton county will
hold meeting on the 18th of March for the
purpose of organizing joint stock company
with capital of 500 900, for the purpose Of
building woollen factory.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Dubuque Times is responsible for the
following: A revival was progressing in a
county not very far west of Dubuque, recent
ly, during which young lady of II years
protested to have experienced religion. She
was endowed with a disposition that was very
trying to her friends. In relating her expert.
ence. in presence of her grandmother the mai
den concluded her remarks by the frequently
used phrase that she hoped the Lord had un-
dertaken good work in her heart" "Ah,"
mumbled the old lady, He hain't any idee
what He's undertook
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
MARRIED.

In this town, 10th inst, by G.. F. Boulton,
Esq, Mr. Wisner Halstead, of Stockbridge.
Wis, to Miss Mary G. Stearns, daughter Of
William Stearns, of this place
Accompanying the above notice, the printer
acknowledges the receipt of one-dollar
"greenback." In thus remembering the
press, the newly married pair have made a
good beginning, and we trust they. will be
blest with a long life of prosperity and happi.
ness.
In Charles City, on the 9th inst. by Rev.
ID. N. Bordwell, Mr.. Charles Lamberson to
Miss Mary 4. Fluent, both of Floyd
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

When one who denounced and raved
at the Emancipation policy Of Presi-
dent Lincoln as unconstitutional and
suicidal-who declared that it had
united the South aud divided the
North that we could never succeed
till it was repudiated-that, if Lincoln
was reelected, the Union would nersr
be restored-now wants you to play
second to his first, don't you begin to
do it
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The proposition to amend the Con.
stitution SO as to make the entire
population, white and black, the ba-
sis Of representation in all the States,
was, we are sorry to hear, defeated in
the Senate recently. The vote was,
however, subsequently reconsidered,
and an amendment by Mr.. Doolitlle
offered, making the actual voters the
basis of representation, aud its further
consideration was postponed until
9th inst.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
Prairie Farmers,

May learn much to their advantage about
Timber from pamphlet describing many of
the best rapid growing Forest Trees, Eyergreens,
Shrubs and Hedges that may be readily raised
from seed. with directions how to grow them
and where to get the seeds. Te seeds should
be sown carly In March. Fine valuable Groves
and Forests may be raised In ten years, thus
adding much to the value of estates. Send ut
once for pamphlet enclosing ten cents.
Seeds can he sent by mail in packages under
12 pounds each. II. WILBUR.
lOw5 Grand Rapids, Mich.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

There are ten anchors weighing 5000
pounds each, and one and half miles
of chains costing over $50, 900, attach
ed to the Dictator and New Ironsides,
now anchored at League Island TO pre-
serve them from the tremendous power
of the ice.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
A man named Sebastian Van Nickle was re

A man named Sebastian Van Nickle was re-
Gently arrested near st. Charles, in Madison
county, for the murder of his step-father in
Holt county, No., about five years ago. On
being arrested he attempted to strike the off,
Ger with pair of heavy sad-irons, but the Off
Ger was ON the lookout, had his revolver rea
dy, and fired just in time to save his own life.
The ball struck the prisoner on the under jaw,
bringing him upon his hands and knees He
was then secured and taken to Missouri for
trial
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Davenport Democrat says 2S9 Indian
prisoners are still confined at Camp Kearney
near that place, It's of whom are men, 36
women, and % children. They are the rem.
nants of those taken prisoners for the massa-
cres in Minnesota, and have been confined
since April, 1868. They are guarded by SO
men of the Sd United States Infantry under
command of Lieut. Mitchell. What the Gov
eminent intends to do with the Indians no
one seems to know.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

CtAXTON & FLETCHER have just received
- splendid lot Of Furs. consisting OF La.
dies yictorines, Caps, Muffs, Cnffs and
Hoods Also, Gents Caps, Collars and Gloves.
which they offer at Chicago Prices, at the Wis.,
consin Store, Gilbert's Block.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

On the 81 inst Hon. John A. Kasson, NC.
appeared in the District Court of Warren coun.
ty, and plead guilty to the charge Of adul-
terry and decree of divorce was granted in
favor Of his wife, Caroline E. Kasson. This
plea of guilty rendered unnecessary the pre-.
sentation of large amount of evidence that
a low minded crowd were preparing them
selves to hear, and repeat, and roll as sweet
morsel under their tongues. Mr.. Kasson has
returned to his seat In Congress.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Judge Waldrom, Of the Supreme
Court of Maine, lately refused to natu-
ralize man who had been convicted
of selling liquor. He had witnesses
to swear to his good moral character,
but the Judge told him it was of no
use to come before him to prove good
morals while he was engaged in open
violation Of statute law.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

John Minor Bolts is out in letter
declaring that there is wide spread
conspiracy among the late rebel lead
ers to involve the country in a foreign
war. and then, when opportunity
should offer, take sides with the enc
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Congregational Church at Wa
verify, Bremen county, was dedicated
on the 4th inst A number Of clergy
men assisted in the ceremonies. An
Indebtedness of $500 was wiped out.
Rev +. S. Palmer is the pastor.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

DR.. o. Rogers, Of Sparta, Wiscon-
sin, having purchased the drugs and
groceries Of S. q. & z. 2. Bryant, also
a large drug stock of DR.. Clark, will
open first-class drug business in the
old corner store. opposite Gilbert's
block. DR.. Rogers will be absent a
few days, when he will return with his
family to make Charles City his perma-
nent home. z. z. Bryant will attend
to the store during his absence.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Maquoketa Excelsior says there is steer
in that vicinity, four years old, weighing
about 8 600 pounds, is six feet high, over nine
feet long, will girt eight feet and two inches,
and measures about twenty-eight inches round
the arm. Since line county fair, in September
last, he has grown five inches in height, and
continues to rise in the same proportion
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The editorial convention lately held at Des
Moines adopted memorial to Congress. pray
ing reduction of the duty on paper to rev.
enue standard. A resolution was adopted in
favor Of adhering to prepayment of newspa-
per subscriptions
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

In recent interview with Con-
gresham. Secretary Seward denonnc-
ed Congress in violent manner as.
serted that he originated what is
termed President Johnson's policy
aud declared himself in favor of the
immediate admission of the Southern
delegations and the repeal Of the ties,
oath.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

A drunken man was taken from a
house of ill-fame to the lookup in
Washington, the other night, where
upon him were found roll of $4,000,
and paper, showing that he was a
Judge of United States Court in a
Western State. The awed policeman
took him home.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

A couple in Oxford county, Maine,
lived together until their family in.
cludcd thirteen children. A libel for
divorce was brought and granted,
and the parties separated. After be.
ing apart two years they again met,
and two weeks ago they were mar.
ried again.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

A special despatch to the Cincinnati Gazette,
referring to the divorce recently granted ia
the wife of John A. Kasson. M. c., on the
ground of infidelity, says the lady is the
daughter of Hon. Mr.. Elliott, NJ. c., of New
Bedford, Mass. 1t is said that Mr. Kasson,
while French teacher in the family, wooed,
won and ran away with the daughter.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Muscatine Journal says Chica-
go man, employed in repairing the
the railroad bridge at Fredonia, fell in
to the river and and was drowned on
Tuesday 9th inst. His body had not
been recovered at last accounts.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The New Hampton Courier says that Mrs.
Weed, an account Of whose sufferings on the
prairie in storm We lately published, is much
better than could be expected, though her
feet were very badly frozen. and It will be a
long time before she will be able to walk.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Benjamin Franklin left fund to
the city Of Boston, in trust, for the
benefit of poor apprentices. Hon.
William Minot, who has been treasn-
rer of this fund for iifty-fve years, has
just resigned. In his hands it has in
creased from about $4,000 to sum
exceeding $lll,000.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Iowa City Republican says Mrs. Maher,
wife of Dennis Maher, was bitten last fall by
dog which proved to be mad. She went to
mad stone, which worked satisfactorily, and
she was pronounced safe. About Christmas
she feared she was not right, and went again
to the mad stone, but as it would not act, she
was still pronounced safe. A few days since
she was suddenly taken with the dreadful
spasms of hydrophobia, and died three days
afterwards This case shows that the mad
stone is not infallible
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Pm going to ride at the country"
said Frenchman, whose English was
not very perfect, to friend in town.
=" You should say ride IN the country"
remarked the friend. All yes-very
good" responded the Frenchman
and when come back | will knock
IN your door"
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The Pennsylvania Union Convention
have nominated Gen. John w. Geary
for Governor, and passed resolutions
indorsing Congress, and calling upon
Senator Cowan to resign.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
Notice,

Whereas, Mary, my wife, has left my bed
and board without my consent or provocation
on my part, l hereby forbid all persons from
harboring or trusting her on my account, as
shall not be held responsible for and will not
pay any debts of her contracting after this date.
Charles City, Ioua, Feb. 10, 1886
lOw3o THOMAS mSHRISSEY.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
The Fenians.

The Fenians are "on a rampage.
At large meeting in Boston $4,000
in bonds of the Irish republic were
taken, and it was resolved not to pa
rade on st. Patrick's day, as had been
resolved at q late meeting, but to spend
for the benefit of Ireland the money
that would have been spent on that oc-
casion. A report was received from
Head Centre Stevens, stating that
there were arms and men in abundance
for Ireland. ......
A circle in Lawrence, Massachu-
sets, RENTED $4,000 to President
O'Mahony the other day.
The largest and most enthusiastic
Fenian meeting ever held at Troy,
New York, took place on the Sd inst,
the largest hall being crowded to suf-
location, the object being to secure
subscriptions to the Irish loan. Adj
dresses were made by Hon. Thomas B.
Carol, of Troy, and Robert Crane, of
New York, the Irish patriot of ls4s.
Both speakers were sangnine of aid
from Napoleon and Russia. Large
subscriptions were made to the loan,
There is great excitement among the
Irish of the city, and meetings are
held nightly.
At Burlington, Vermont, the Fenians
held large and excited meeting on
the Sd instant Speeches were made
by the head centres of the district of
Vermont, and others. Forty-seven
members were added to the roll, and a
sisterhood of twenty-three members
was formed. Preparations are being
made for a grand celebration on St.
Patrick's day. District Centre Lonor-
gorn has called convention of cen
tres to meet on the 5th, inst to act up
on the news received from Head Gen.
tres O'Mahony.
A Fenian meeting was announced to
take place in front of Independence
Hall, Philadelphia, on the 9Th. Col.
O'Mahoney will be present, and num-
Der of distinguished Fenian orators
will address the meeting.
Notwithstanding the circular which
Archbishop of New York sent to the
clergy of the Roman Catholic church
on the Sd inst, and caused to be read
in all the churches, admonishing Catho-
lies not to attend the Fenian meeting
in Jones Wood, near New York City,
there was an immense gathering there
at the call of the Head Centre. 1t
was one Of the largest meetings ever
held in America. Several city railroad
cars were broken down by the crowds
One hundred thousand people were OF
the ground at three o'clock. Upward
of two hundred circles were represen
ted. Four stands were erected for the
speakers. Judge Connolly presided
at the principal stand. Speeches were
made by George Francis Train, Colo.
mel O'Mahony, Judge Connolly, and
many others. They were nearly all Of
the same burden. The enthusiasm was
unbounded. No serious disturbance
occurred.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The city election at Portland, Me-,
resulted in the election of the straight
Republican candidate. Augustus Ste
vens, by l,0lS majority.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
Errors of Youth.

A gentleman who suffered for years from
Nervous Debility, Premature Decay, and all
the effects Of youthful iniiscrction, will, for
the sake of suffering humanity, send free to
all who need it, the recipe and directions for
making the simple remedy by which he was
cured Sufferers wishing to profit by the ad-
vertiser's experience, can do SO by addressing
JOHN B. OGDEN,
lyl No. Is Chambers ST., New York.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

A horse thief, named David Underhill, was
lately arrested in Winnesheik county with a
pair of horses in his possession, stolen by him
at Waterloo in December last
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The parole of Semms has been de-
clared valid by high authorities, SO
that there are strong probabilities the
pirate will not be tried.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

In the New York dry goods market,
on the LIST, there was a general break
down in prices, and state of affairs
bordering on a semi-panic.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

At the charter election in McGregor, on the
9Th, Hon. d. Leffingwell, Republican, was
elected Mayor by majority of A, and L. d.
Drummond, Republican, was elected Marshal
by ID majority.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

The straight radical Republican
ticket was elected at Des Moines on
the 9th. by the handsome majority Of
$50, a gain of over lis over last year.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Since October last the public debt
has been reduced $29, 900. 900, and the
amount in the Treasury now is great
er than it was then by 81, 500 900.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

1t is reported that the President has
been issuing orders recently for the
restoration Of the property of noted
rebels.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Several nights since, Charles Stevens, who
lives near Centreville, had about s276 stolen
from his house. The trunk containing It was
found locked but the money was gone.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Rev, N. L. Cory (Christian) is hold
ing protracted meeting at the Baptist
church in this village.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
Strange, but True.

Every young lady and gentleman in the
United States can hear something very much
to their advantage hy return mail free Of
charge,) by addressing the undersigned.
Those having fears of being humbugged will
oblige by not noticing this card. AL Others
will address their obedient servant,
THOS. r. CHAPMAN, ~ ~
ly1 63l Broadway, New York.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Inc mason X I.,amlin Cabinet Organs. forty
o..ierent styles adapted to sacred and secular
m.aslc, for $50 to 5000 each. Fifty-ons Gold
or Silsr Medals, or other first premiums awari-
ed them. Illustrated Catalogues free.
Address,
MASON & HAMLIN, Boston.
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Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15
INDEPENDENCE
INSURANCE COMPANY,
Independence, Iowa.

Chartered Nov. o, 1850.
&c" The Charter places no limit on the
amount Of this Company's capital. N
Insure In this reliable home Company, and
help to check the immense drain of money
carried from this State by
Foreign Insurance Companies,
which amounts to the appalling sum of over
Two Millions Of Money Annually.
This Company insures
DwelliDg-hOuSes s. Detached Property
at as low rates as any other reliable company,
East OF West.
ts5n Consult an Agent Of the Independence
Company before insuring elsewhere.
p. G. WILCOX, Pres.
WM. H. J0SLIN, Secretary.
4. L. HOBBS, General Agent.
HERvEY WILBUR, Agent at Floyd.
G. B. EASTMAN, Agent, Charles City.
November 2. 1865. 45ylo
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

We learn from the Keokuk Gate City that
Ed. Rockefeller, who shot his wife a year or so
ago, has been pardoned by the Governor.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Gen. Fremont, Robert Dale Owen
and others, are urging Congress to in
dorSe the new Mexican loan.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

Very heavy freshets are reported in
Vermont, New Hampshire and portions
Of Canada, with great loss of proper
|ty, including considerable live stock,
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

OF the emigrants who arrived at
New York during the past year, 6,l27
came to Wisconsin.
Charles City intelligencer. [volume] (Charles City, Floyd County, Iowa) 1864-1866, 1866-03-15

TIME CONFESSIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF AN INvA.
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To YOUNG MEN and others, who suffer from Nervolls
Debility, Premature Decay of Manhood &C. supply ing
at the same time THE MEASs 90 SELsCURE. BY who
has cured himself after Undergoing considerable quackery
BY enclosing postpaid addressed envelope, single cop
les, free of charge, may be had Of the author.
NATHANIEL. MAYFAIR, Esq,
5y1 Brooklyn Kings CO. n. Y.