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Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
The Tomah & 81. Croix Il. u.

The Madison correspondent of the
Milwaukee Sentinel says
Messrs. w. +. Price, i. Marslon, VIM.
Wilson and Il. I. Wilson, directors Of
this railroad company, are now here to
meet other directors of the company,
am Mr. Baldwin, railroad operator of
New York, with the object Of consul
ting on the most available means to con
tinue work on the road. Mr.. Baldwin
las already expended SD, 900 on the
ties for part OF the read, All surveying
il, but has for some time past been pre-
vented from continuing the work by cir
cumstances beyond his control. If he
finds himself at this meeting, unable to
cOnsumate his arrangement, the directors
have most hopeful assurances from n
large railroad firm of New York, that
they will take hold of the work on the
conditions accepted BY Mr.. Baldwin,
For the building of this road there is a
government grant of nearly one million
acres of valuable timbered land, that, as
as the road advances through it, viii
most abundantly supply all the wooden
material required for its construction and
equipment. The building of this road
will supply a most important link in the
profitable Development of the state, and
ii IS TO be hoped that the proposed meet
ing will start the necessary action to con-
tinue work on this favOrably located aud
greatly needed road.
Tho probability about the st. Croix
and Tomah Railroad is that the company
now having the charter will be obliged
to sell out, aud when a responsible CON-
pany gets it, it will be built on the line
of the survey which has been establish
ed and accepted by the Government
coming through River Falls to Prescott.
We do not belive this road, if built,
would materially benefit Prescott, but it
will be of incalculable advantage 10 the
county.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

present organization is but n preliminary
one-the only power its officers have is
to Work. and ali questions conce rhiDg
the monument will be decided at the
first annual meeting, where all can have
q voice.
There should be $4,000 raised
81 ,0e0 is the least that will be respecta-
BILE.
There is no desire more common or
more creditable to the human heart than
that Of doing honor to the cherished
dead-of giving them the
-" bringing home of bell and burial"
and erecting monument or raising a
stone to perpetuate their memory.
Those whom we wish to thus honor
are our sons-our brothers-our COM
panions and friends. They went out to
peril life for our safety. Some have
been brought home and rest in hallowed
ground,-some have had a soldiers has
ty burial where they fell, and the last
resting place of others is unknown
They rest in secret places, but their MEM
DRY is fragrant with manly deeds and he
roic virtues.
Let US pay. them the only honor in
our power. Let Pierce Co., which has
stood by her soldiers so nobly, perform
this last act of admiring gratitude and
respect. Let us rear the marble column,
on which each martyr soldiers name
shall shine untarnished, a record of duty
nObly dons-an example for those who
como after them, shedding imperishable
lustre on the country and cause for which
they fell.
Let all giUe, and the burden will be
light, and the accomplished work will be
alike honorable to ourselves and to the
gallant dead who fought and fell for you
and /.
By order of Committee.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Fatal AocmlNT.--A few days since. Mr..
j. S. WHTcoMD, living near Redw.ng, was
accidentally killed near Stavetown in the town
of Trin,Ielle. The Bedwing -4ryas says;
Early in The morning lie went out with his
az. alone. AT noon he did not come in and
Mr.. Harlow Rogers his father in-law, for
whom lac was at work. went out aud found
him crushed 10 the cHih under heavy tree.
it appeared HAT tho first Tee lac cut down i'm
the morning lodged against another which
lie was trying 10 cut away when the first tree
fell upon him. He had lain there, helpless,
feeling all The horrors of the death that was
upon him, for six hours. When Mr. Rogers
had released him and set him on the fallen log
he answered tie question how long he had
been lying under the tree, by saying, "Ever
since Spring." Nj. Rogers was compelled TO
leave him Tor a quarter of an hour while he
found help 10 remove him 10 the house. and
when he returned, Whitcomb was still sitting
on the log but SPECIFICS. Soon after being
taken TO the house. ho died. Mrs. Whtcon1b
resides at her fathers house on Spring Greek.
Other relatives of Mr.. Whitcomb are resident
at Minneapolis. lie was member OF the NJ.
f. Church and Il reliable, steady man.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
County Geek.

Prescott. March 2, 1867.
The books and notes of Geo: A. Dill q Co.
VIII be in the hands Of Geo. A. Dill Tor the
nextt en- days. On and after the aforesaid
time they viii be placed in the hands of my
attorney for collection. All parties will save
cost and trouble by calling on Geo. A. Dill
and settling the accounts and notes befois
the expiration of said time.
GEO. A. DILL.
] wish TO close ont my entire stock In Prs.
colt, at Wholesale. Any one wishing to ri,-
ter into business win find a good place for IN
vestment. Buildings wiz be rented to par
chasers, if desired.
GEO. A. DILL.
/ wish to contract with some responsible
person to furnish and build house at Point
Douglas, so by loo feet, three stories high.
store room finished on first floor. and cellar
under building.
GEO. a DILL.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

STEAMBoATING.-By an advertisement in
this issue, it will be seen that the arrange
ments are made for daily line of boats on
the ST. CroiX the coming season. The G.. II.
Stray is TO rum from Saltwater TO ST. Paul
aud return daily, connecting at the former
place with the Pioneer for Taylor Falls. This
viii he 4 seat accommodation TO the local
trade. Cap. II. II. Herick, favorably known
here as an officer, is TO command the Gray.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

eTAta Festival at Hastings, last Mon
day evening, an elegant cake was 10 be given
to The Merchant receiving the largest number
of votes. The contest was between DRArER
and DAN. EYRE, and the result was, Eyre 335
votes, and Draper go. Diapers letting down
from Merchant to a State Senator is prob
ably what beat him. AS an offset, the St.
Paul Pioneer says Draper is personally the
most popular man in the Senate"
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
MARRIAGES.

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Married. at Hastings, by Rev. Father
HrEGT, Feb. 25th, Mr.. PETER NJ. SIMON Jr.
and Miss KATHERINE BARBrAN, both of Pres
colt.
We trust thsy may find
"Domesfc, happiness, the only bliss
OfParadise that has survived the fall"
AT the the Parsonage in Prescott, on the
10th ult, by Rev. JAS CocKRAN, Mr.. GILBERT
Your and Mrs MARTHA WILSON, both of
River Falls.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
DEATH OF SENATOR HADLEY.

a telegraph dispatch was received yes.
tcrday morning by the Governor, an
nouncing the death of Senator Hadley.
Until Friday last he had been well
enoush-although in declining health
tn attend his Senatorial duties, but on
that day, through the persuasion of his
frisads, he returned home 10 Milwaukee,
where he died Sunday evening. The
Legislature adjourned over. and a large
number Of the members of both Houses
will attend his funeral to-day, at Nil
waukee.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

A Coon THING.-The "St. Croix and Mis-.
sissippi Steamboat Company" at Hudson
being somewhat embarrassed. the Star and
Times OF that City, adyertises grand Gift
Enterprise for its benefit. This list of prizes
Contains many excellent local "hits," among
others the iollowing;-
On PANTING.-John Dale in pursuit of
the man who stole his saw mill, thrilling
picture, with the motto bottom will tell.
81 80
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

RoBBERy.-A young man named Charles
Hall, in the employ of Chas. Damerel. at
Pennington, absconded on Tuesdey night OF
last week with about $500 in money, the pro-
ceeds of the Livery Stable ans express col
lections. He had been living with Mr.. Dam
erel Tor a long time. aud previously bore the
very best of characterization Gazette.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

observation-disclosures wishing Groceries
viii dowell by calling on d. ]. Dit at the
old stand on Broad ST. Having made purch-
eses lately at low prices, he viii sell 10 suit
the times. Cash purchasers viii fnd it to
their advantage to buy of him. Quick sales.
small profits, and no paying for BAD accounts
is the rule.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given, that the Corpora.
ton entitled The First Regular Ia. list
Church and Society of River Falls" viii APP
ply to the Judge of the Eighth Judicial CIR.
cult for an order to sell their present Churci.
site. ON the sth day of April next Al i,,s
Chambers. in Hudson, st. Croix Co, Wis
By order of the Corporaiioa.
J.w. GIBSON. clfx.
River Falls March ?, 1867.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
LOCAL MATTERS.

We would call attention TO the advertise
ment of the Marble Works at PIT. Douglas, by
C. j. ALDRAoH d Co. Mr.. ALDRAoH has been
long in the business, and promises the best
work at the lowest prices. The same Go. own
and keep the U. S. Hotel. at PIT. Dounlas.-
It is a God place to stay at.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
SPECIAL NOTICES.
Notice.

Sealed proposals viii be received by the
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors until April
LIST, for building fence on the Co grounds at
Ellsworth. according to specifications on file
in my office.
JOHN W. WYNN. Co. Clerk.
Ellsworth, March 6, 1867.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
s@ We hope the citizens of Pierce G,

rs We hope the citizens of Pierce Co.,
will all give helping hand in the matter of
building a monument in remembrance of the
boys, who yielded their lives in the defense
of their country. II is much better that the
funds be raised by many, than by few.
1t would awaken much more interest in the
matter now. and would perpetuate feeling
of responsibility for the care and preservation
of the structure for generations yet to come.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
10 THE PEOPLE OF pIERcE COUNTY

TO THE PEOPLE OF FIERCE COUNTYs
The Committee desire to invoke the
earnest and enthusiastic aid of Tie peo.
pls-the sgholepeople of Pierce Conn
ty, in the work Of raising e6oble mouu-
ment to the memory of the gallant dead.
The plan, we believe, will be found
unobjectionsble. The poorest can con-
tribute their mite, and those who are
able can give of their abundsEcs. The
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
e. We see that Gen. ]. A. K.

e. We see that Gen. ]. A. KEEL
LOeG, Pension Agent at La Crosse, has
entered into a law partnership with E.
H. Mcmillan. If the General addresses
as persuasive arguments TO a jury as he
used to to the rebels, while in command
of the ''Iron Brigade" he will succeed
very muchly.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

EyLIsTED.-One by one, the boys who en-
listed for three years or during the war, are
enlistng in a different service for life, where
in the phrase "bcar arms" the in the first
word is the last letter. Peter Simon Jr. is
the last recruit in this sereice. lie is gong
into the Prescott Hotel with his father, and
the house is to be thoroughly re-fitted and
re-furnished this Spring.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Lost on the 9Th day of February, in the
town of River Falls, on the Fo1estyille road
between the residence of Miller Cowan and
the residence of Mrs. Martha A. Powell, one
small Satchel, containing Hunter Case Gold
Watch. ANY che finding the same viii be
literally rewarded by leaving it at this office,
or Post Office, in River Fails, or at my resi-
dencs.
MARTHA A. POWELL.
River Falls, March 2, 1867.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

REvIvALs.-The meetings in the Baptist,
Presbyterian and Methodist Churches still
continue. and several conversions are reported.
Last Sunday three more were baptised, by
immersion. az the foot of Broad street, and
some thirty are requesting prayers at the
Presbyterian. The meetings will probably
continue for some time.--ReclB5ag Hepu6li-
cnR.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

TIE RteHr PLACE TO Go.-s.When goes a
shoppir,," said an old lady, Il alters asks for
what ! wants, and if they have it, and it is
cheap, and cant be got for less, l most alters
takes il without chappering about it all day,
as some people do" If the old lady will go
10 MILIEK's she viii find everything satisfac-
torv
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

MANY ARE CALLED But FEW CHOSEN.
The Senate has rejected all the Inter
nal Revenue officers in this State, who
were appointed by President Johnson in
the place of Republicans removed.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

On motion, adjourned to u o'clock to-
morrow morning.
Board met pursuant to adjournment.
Full Board present. The following bill
was presented
No. Is. J. A. Guitteau, shifts fees, 1910
Reported back.
On motion, it is hereby ordered and
determined that hereafter al County of.
ficers may, at their own expense, pur-
chase and pay for all necessary material
for the prosecution of their official du-
ties, and said accounts may be presented
to the Board for auditing.
On motion, the Clerk was instructed
to rent the room known as the SherifF's
Room, in Co. building. to Messrs. Ames
and Cairns, at the rate of two dollars
per month, or one dollar each per month,
said rent to commence from date of oc.
cupancy.
On motion,
ResolUed, That the CPk of the Board
be instructed to procure for Co. TTeasur.
er's Office a book case, similar to the one
in said Clerks Office, the cost of said
case not TO exceed SIS.
Resoloed, That the Clerk be ihstruc-
ted to advertise for sealed proposals for
building Is rods of board fence on the
north side of County Grounds said
fence to be built of good inch pine or
oak fence boards six inches wide, and
five boards high, with facings six inches
wide over each post. Said posts to be
of split White or Burr Oak, FIVE inches
square, to be set thirty inches deep in
ground, feet apart, and y feet long.
Each board to be fastened by largest
size board fence nails; said fence to be
completed on or before the list day Of
May, 1867.
Resolved, That the County Clerk be
authorized to draw ip favor of +. q.
Warner, for 50, so, for amount Of Illegal
tax paid on lots No. ], 2, 8, in block 5,
Copp & Maxson's 1st addition to Pres
colt, for The year 1866; and the Coul ty
Treasurer is hereby authorize to charge
the same back to the City OF Prescott.
On motion, the Clerk was instructed
to cancel judgment against J. s. Ayers,
in favor Of Board of Supervisors, said
judgment being rendered Feb. 2, 1860.
Adjourned until ! O'Clock P. NJ.
Board met pursuant adjournment, anil
the following resolution was adopted /:
Resolved That the amount Of $l59 90,
tax assed against NV or of Sc or Of src.
/, town %, range IL. be charged back
to the town Of Hartland, and the Couu.
ty Treasurer be authorized to credit HIM
self with $3.50 on said tax in his deiu-
quent return account, said amount being
over charge tax against said land for
the year 1865.
On motion, the case of Geo. Truman.
over charge tax against Sc of so, sec. 3.
town q, range IL, was referred back to
Town Board for further proof.
County Orders, for per diem and mile
age, were issued to the County Board,
amounting to S34,
County Orders were issued amou
ing TO Sl,969,56.
On motion, adjourned to July 8. 1867.
at o'clock P. NJ.
JOHN W, WYNN.
County Geek.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

THE Theodore Tilton thus
writes of the Vest
1t is majestic region. It's people be-
long to the nobility of mankind. Its
prospective growth is beyond calculation.
Its soul is of fire. It's ambition. is to rule
the land. Its opportunity is not far 10
the future. Its triumph, when it comes,
will be complete. The West is to be
the dictator of the Republic.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Coca ADvIcE.-The season Of damp wealth
er is approaching and every one should insure
against coughs and colds by having their feet
well clad. All wishing TO effect an insur-
ance OF the kind will do well TO call on GEO.
NEWTON, at his Boot d Shoe Store, near the
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

sT 1t. Col. "BoB" EDEN, well known
along the st. Croix, read an orig inal poem, al
are-union of soldiers of the Potomac army,
held at Madison on Wednesday last. We will
warrant it was lively one.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

No AREfsT.-Thcre has been no arrests
made of the party engaged in the row that re-
suited in tic death OF Peter Shannon. 1t
seems that the PARTY were too drunk generally
20 testify, and the blame is about equally di-
yided among them all Still, it looks rather
rough 10 have a man killed, and no Judicial
investigation.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
county.

"The king is dead; long live the kingl
Farewell. sand immortal glory TO the
Thirty Ninth Congress. architect and re-
builder of the Free Republic; all bail,
and God speed to the Fortieth Congress
which rises to the vacant throne and
scsptre--tO complete the grand work Of
its predecessors Paul PTsss
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

A Coon MoovE.-It will be seen by an or
dinance published in this paper, that the
CouEcil has prohibited the erection of wood
en- buildings on Broad and Front Sis. This
is right, but the penalty is not large enough.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

BAPTrsM.-The Rev. A. Gale baptized seven
persons in the Vermillion last Sunday. and
The religious interest in town is evidently
deepening. Mr.. Gale viii preach Tomorrow
at the usual hours.-Hdstinys Gazctte.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

CHANGE OF BAsE.--BALEY & BRo. have
closed the Mondell House as a hotel, and
bought out Lawrence Nessell's Livery Stock
and will devote themselves to the Livery bust
ness. They have now the largest stock of
horses and carriages ever in town. and will
give satisfaction to all their customers.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

@ A young man with a glass of
liquor in his hand, should consider which
it is best to throw away, the liqnor or
himself.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

REvIvALs.-We learn that through the la
bors of Rev JAS. HAvENs. extensive revivals of
religion, are and have been in progress in
Trimbelle, Diamond Bluff, and Ellsworth.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

e~W. JAY WHIPPLE has purchased the
Office of the Sparta Herald, and will recon-
siruct that paper, in accordance with mod
ern Democracy. and commence running it
shortly. We think he will have 10 buy new
material. for Father McBRIDE types are so
used 10 being radical and right, that we don't
believe they viii print "clean" Democratic
paper.
JAY is a ready and popular writer, and if
he will persist la being democrat. we regret
that he has not established himself in DEM
ocratic Co. where he could get the public pat
ronage, and stand better chance TO put mem
iey in his purse, than any Democratic publish
or can in Republican Monroe County.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Taken up by the subscriber. at his resi-
dence, in the City of Prescott. Wis. on IN.
18th day of February. 1867, one small red
heifei, about one year old last spring.
PRESCOTT, February Al, 1861.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Music LEssoNs.-Mrs. ELLA T. MINER pro-
poses to open q class for instruction on the
Piano and Alclodeon, at her residence at Mr..
Manser's.
1t is not necessary for us TO endorse Mrs.
Miners abilities as 4 performer on these in
struments, us the leople of this place, at least,
knew her 10 be an accomplished musician.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Horse DRowNED.-Last Sunday evening,
NJ. G. W. NICHOLS, of lti~eT Falls. lost horse
by drowning. in the run on the flat little
this side of Alex. McLane's. The bridge was
gone, in TACT has been some MONTHS and we
should Judge the town will have TO pay for the
lorse.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

AETNEEsHIP.-CAERoLL d WIGGINs have
again entered into partnership in the Black
smith business. Boil are excellent workman
and do their business promptly and we'll.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

BUEGLAEY.-Tbe store of LIGHT d SMITH,
at Ellsworth was broken into last Monday
night. 1t is supposed the thieves became
alan med. as they lclt without taking any prop
cry.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

G. p. BARNARD, of st. Paul, formerly Of
this city, has been elected General Agent of
the Home Insurance Co., of st. Paul.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

HOUSEWIVES FAyoRIrE. Such has The
Best CtcanicaI SaleratuS proved itself. Being
always full weight, and the very best quality.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Why is John Morrissey like Daniel
Websteri Because be ia "a ex-pound-
er.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

Among the pitfalls in our way
The best OF Us walk blindly;
So, man, be wary, watch and pray,
And judge your brother kindly.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
r 10 n r. II II .

TNHE Steamer G. a. Gray. Captain II. H.
i HERRIcK. will run daily between st.
Paul and Saltwater, connecting with the
Light Draught Steamer Pioneer, Captain A.
SToRER. for Taylor's Falls and all iniermedi.
ate points on ths route. z5-wtf
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
gOURS
or THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.
SPECIAL MEETING.
EILsvoRTa. March 4. 1867.

The Board of Supervisors mot. Pres.
ent Snps. Ames, Stirratt aud Hodges.
Sup. Hodges temporary Chairman
On motion of Sup. Stirratt, the Board
proceeded to elect Chairman. Amos
received 2 votes. Stirratt /, and Sup.
Ames was declared elected Chairman of
The Board for the ensuing year.
The following bills were presented and
disposed Of to-wit
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09
MAp1soy. Feb. q. IsG7.

Mr.. TrumJull introduced bill this MORN
ing establishing the salary of the CLERK of the
Court and Register Of Deeds of Pierce Coun-
ty. Toe Register Of Deeds TO rccaivc ono
thousand dollars per aHnum, and the Clerk
of the Court five hundred dollars per ahUm.
70 be paid quarterly by the Board Of Super
YisOrs Jay.
Prescott journal. [volume] (Prescott, Wis.) 1861-1871, 1867-03-09

River Falls, March 2, 1867.