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North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
WHOLE No. 544.

kraut, in the preparation of which he test
ed the efficacy of receipt su uggested by q
friend. The experiment proved a failure
the introduction of some descrint;on oj
alkali had the effect of reducing the cab
bags into mash and causing a strong 70.
mentation, rendering the commodity en-.
tirely unfit for use as an article of diet
The mixture was left standing in the cellar
undisturbed until Thursday last, when a
curious circumstance led to an examination
of the tubs in which it was deposited, re-
sulting in q wonderful discovery. On the
day mentioned cat emerged from the eel
lar into Mr.. Motzer's kitchen, having in
custody large reptile of the lizard species,
which wriggled violently and seemed ex.
tremsly tenacious of life. Mr.. Motzer at
once proceeded to the cellar and found
some dozen or more of the same description
Of reptiles, which were exceedingly lively
and sought to secrete themselves under
boards, ETC., on the approach of light.
While prospecting about for the source
of these strange creatures, the tubs in which
the sossy-araut had been deposited were
examined, and presented sight truly
startling. Tho substance had boon trans.
formed into mass of life and animation,
and the curious reptiles were observed in
every stage Of development. The smallest
specimens were about two inches in length,
and seemed to he acquiring the least de-
gree of animation. Of these. the bodies
were quite transparent, with a slight yel-
lowish tinge, and about the consistency of
jelly. Specimens in moro advanced
stage assumed pink hue, with bodies more
opaque. The fully developed reptiles meas
ured from six to eight, and even ten inches
in length, with bodies hard and feshy, of
a brilliant crimson color. The back deep
ems into black line from the head to the
tip of the tail, while the belly is of deli
cate pink, merging into white. The form
of the reptile is said to be very similar to
the chameleon, having four legs, with in
dications of claws, and its movements are
very lively. The eyes are sharp and SER
pent-like, and surrounded with yellowish
ring merging into black. Several speci-
mems have been secured by medical gentle
men, and are preserved in spirits. A mi
croscopic examination shows fine coating
Of scales, and serried formation of the back
and tail. MIR. Motzer still allows the tubs
to remain undisturbed, and is watching the
progress of the curious freak of nature, it
being evident that the entire stock of the
dainty commodity, which was intended to !
supply his table through the winter, will
ultimately take to itself legs, if not wings,
and travel off on its own account, in which
action the kingdom ofreptalia is augment
I'd by another very interesting species, if
Inc climate of Canada will permit its prop
sgation. This remarkable case presents
grave warning to consumers Of saur-kraut, |
70 take great care that its preparation is
not congenial to the generation of animal
life. else malady more fearful than the
richina spirdlis may vet be enyendered. |
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

Charles Sumner was first brought into
notice by 4th of July Grafton which he
delivered before the citizens of Boston, en-
titled "The True Grandeur Of Nations"
in which he emphatically denounced war
rs the very greatest scourge that could af-
hict mankind. lie never ceased to advocate
these sentiments till 1861. The views of
these men were rather profanely expressed
in some doggerel written by Lowell, their
pet poet, and published in the Bigelow
Papers in 1916. The following is an ex-
tract
"As for war call II murder.
There you have it plump and fiat,
And want to go no furder ~
Than my testament for that.
God has said SO plump and fairly.
It's a. long as il is broad.
Aud you've got to get up airly b ett .5eS5
II you want TO take in God"
These lines had great popularity at
" the hub" and all over New England
These men were SO very sensitive on this
matter Of sacrificing human life, that leg
islators, judges, jurors and skerifs wero
held up in infamy, and declared to be brutal
murderers, for making laws and executing
them upon criminals who had taken the
ivos Of thoir fellow men. n
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
Smile and be Con N ted

The world grows old, and men grow cold
To each while seeking treasures
And what with want, and care, and toll,
We scarce have time for pleasure.
But never mind, that il u loss, fE
Not much to be lamentcd;
Life rolls on gaily II we will
But smile aud he contented.
II We are poor and would be rich,
II will not be by piniBg; ..g -..-
No! Steady hearts and hopeful minds
Are lifes bright silver lining.
There's ne'er man that dared to hope,
Hf tn OF his choice repented;
The happiest souls on earth are those
Who smile and are contented.
When grief doth come to rack the heart,
And fortune bids Us sorrow,
From hope We may blessing reap,
And consolation borrow. -
II thorns may rise where roses bloom,
It cannot be prevented; .s s#..
30 make the best Of life you can,
And smile and be contsnted.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
prcfe.scr Rlack;e. Of Edinburgh, recent

Professor Blackie. of Edinburgh, recent
ly excused himself for having made silly
statement by attempting to make the
"blundering reporters" responsible The
reporters held meeting, compared notes,
and addressed letter to the Professor ,Iwho
was obliged to retract. It is true that re-
porters sometimes make nonsense Of speech
Is, butt oftener happens that they make
speeches Of nonsense. r
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
Ecclesiastes.-New Version.
TO BE READ AT THE NEXT BALL.
| said in my heart, sail in now. and

TO BE READ AT THE NEXT BALL.
said in my heart, sail in now, and have
bully time among the girls.
For the girls wagged their heads at me,
and loathed me, for was poor and did not
dance. .a
Neither did l love kissing, nor ice cream
when l sweated. a&
l, the preacher, have been dancing. And
sad sdo doth hanssfp know how she looketh
Hath she fannels, then she showeth it :;
hath she linen, she will expose it; and if
she wear hoops, then she displayeth many
things.
There is nothing worse for women than
that she should be bandy-limbed and dance,
and that she should wear tilter in waltz
These also l saw and hid my face fors hame
Neither should knock-kneed woman
dance, nor one that hath halt in her gait,
for this is foolishness. For who can enjoy
blemish, and on awkward dancer is to be
despised.
And a man, if he dance let him keep his
countenance.
For behold have seen men hung, and
| have seen men dance, and they that dance
travail the most.
And have seen their faces, and they
looked like the last run of shad.
And behold, they were much distressed,
and sweated exceedingly, and this they
called enjoyment.
So the women also gasped and painted
like dog, and travelled much but they
drank lager aud returned to their vexation.
This, also, is vanity.
But say unto you, young men, dance
n fl,r viSHn oh
find favor among the women.
But cursed is he that hath understand
ing in day when fools vex the earth.
For light foot is more esteemed than a
well filled head, and glib tongue better
than silence and much learning.
| A fool is to be envied, for he receiveth
favor among the women.
But woe unto you, wise men, that speak
| wisdom to woman, for she will shun you
like splitting toad.
And I considered these things, and
saw that al was vanity, SO joined Jenny
Linen in q Scotch reel.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
News and Items.

News and Items.
Prince Salm Salm, German officer who
served in the Union army during the recent
war, is now in command of Maximilian's S
forces, garrisoning the city Of Orixaba.
Report says Ristori is so much in love
with the United States that she will settle
here. She sails for Europe, however, on
the 18th Of May, to fill an engagement in
Paris during the Exposition.
Judge Perkins has gone to Paris, France.
Gov. Harris left two weeks since for Hav-
ana. General Shelby still remains in Cor
deva and probably will remain for several
months to come. '-
remain in the city of Mexico, and see the
issue Of affairs there. General I. c. Hind
man will leave in two weeks for the United
States, where it is his intention to practice
law in Memphis or merchandise in N. Y.
1t is currently reported that Sydney
Ho ward Gay, late managing editor Of the
Tribune, is engaged in gathering materials
Cor the life of Horace Greeley. A Ayoungman
in Connecticut advertises for $50 Blondes.
Major General Edwards, successor Of
Governor Allen as editor Of the Mexican
Times, reached New Orleans Wednesday,
and reports that the evacuation of Mexico
| by the French is a fixed fact Of the army
Of occupation. which numbered $4,000
there remained but 5000. Mrs. Harriet
Beecher Stowe has gone to Florida to re-
main six months. Chicago is center for
five thousand miles Of railroad. 1.
The box rent Of the Now York postof6ce
is about $50 900 a year. One hundred and
ifty-six million letters passed through the
Office last year. ja q n J" 4 a
An incautious youth Of New Britain,
Conn.,, in trying playfally to kiss fair
friend, impaled one Of his eyes upon her
knitting needle, and will in future bear Z
semi-resemblance to Love, inasmuch rs he
will be able to see with only one eye. n
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
0pontaAeous Gsnsration - Animal Llls.
From the Hsmilten &C. Wy Times.

The theory Of Prof. Derwin that all AMI.
NAL life has its origin in the primary cell.
and that its variety only presents tho diff
ferent stages Of development, from the
lowest orders to the most perfect creation,
man has been apparently sustained by a
startling example in this city, which will be
likely to engage in a high degree the atten.
ton of the scientific. During last fall Mr.
Charles Motzer, q German citizen residing
on Bay street, put up . large quantity O.
his favoritAarticls Of diet, kncxnkas sGair
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

An old hotel keeper in Washington once
posted on his dining-room door tho follow
ing notice: Members of congress will 20 to
the table first, and then the gentlemen.-
Rowdies and blackguards must not mix
with congressman, a. II is hard to tell one
from 'totheY. ~ ys, AZ. .-s,.,t asi
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

0AuWy NA~AOsAey'o NoSs
Matthew Maloney, better known by the
boys at the mill as . Father Mat.," on re-
turning from work one evening, was met
at the door by Biddy, his wife, in dread
full state of excitement.
Mat" said she, "there's strange cat
in the cabin .e9e as.as. .~es.s-e
"Cast her out, thin, an don't be both
erin me about the baste."
Faix, an I've been sthrivin' to do that
same for the matter of tin minutes back,
but she's list out o my rache, behind the
big red chist in the corner. Will ye be help
in me to dhrive her out, Matt"
To be sure will bad luck to the con-
safe she has for me house show her to me,
Biddy, till | tache her the respict that 8
due man in his own house-to be takin'
possession widout rs much as by yer lave,
the thafe O the world!
Now Mat had special antipathy to cats,
and never let pass an opportunity to kill
one. This he resolved to do in the pres
ent case, and instantly formed plan for
the purpose. Perceiving but one mode of
egress for the animal, he says to Biddy--
"Have yez liver male sack in the house,
me darlint?''
"Divil wan is there, Mat. Yez TUX it
to the mill wild yez to bring home chips
wild this mornin.''
Faix, an l did; an there it is yet
Well, have yez nothin' in the house that
will tie up like bag, Biddy?"
"Troth an l have, Mat; there's me
Sunday petticoat-yez can draw close the
sthrings at the top, an sure it'll be betther,
nor lettin' the cat be LAWN yez."
"Biddy, darlint, ye're jewel to be
thinkin' o. that same; be afther bringin
it to me-"
Biddy brought the garment, and when
the strings were drawn close it made a
very good substitute for meal sack, and
Mat declared it was "illegant."
So holding it close against the edge of
the chest he took look behind and saw a
pair of bright eyes glaring at him.
"An' is it there ye are, ye divil? Be
out O that now; bad luck to yer kin, ye
thavin vagabond ye. Bedad, an We won't t
lave me house at all wild polite akin p
Yer self-will bates pig's intirely. Biddy,
have yez any hot wather in the house 2"
''lis, I've plinty, Mat; the tay kittle's
full of it" a"
BE afther castin the matter of quart
behind the chist till see how the shay div
il likes it.
Hould him close, Mat? here goes the
wather.
Dash went the water, and out jumped
the animal into Mats trap.
"Arrah, be the howly poker ! have 'em
in, Biddy," says Mat, drawing close the
folds Of the garment, snow bad cess to
yez, ye thafe; it's nine lives ye have, is
it? Be afther akin me forgiveness for the
thavin' yer have been doin' in me house,
for I'm thinkin' the nine lives yez have
won't be savin' yez new, any way. Bid
dy, seize hould O. the poker, an whin
showlder the haythin yen bate the day
lights out o. him." a8.?
Mat threw the bundle over his shoulder,
and told Biddy to play IS St. Patrick's Day
lin the Mornin' on it. Biddy struck
about three notes of that popular Irish air,
and suddenly stopped, exclaiming-
"What smells so quare, Mat? It's takin'
my BIRTH away wild the power of it. Och
murther, Mat, sure an ye havethe divil in
the sack.n soyaa
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
nonoRlus commaNpeRY,
CHARLES A. OPITZ,

o9la Has moved his Shoe Shop down -
Main Street, one door west of the Wes-s .I
tern Hotel, where he may be found at all times
ready to accommodate customers with we-Made Doors
and SRoEs ofany size, style quality He respectfully
solicits share Of public patronage Repairing neatly
done. MOGREROR, IOWA.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

| Enigmas.
We like them where they are fair an
carry with them some intelligence. "Sells
we do not like, and hence writers of ther
will invariably send US the key or no pull
lication will take place. Below is lette
from |
ELKADER, March Is, 1867.
MEssRs. EDITORS The answer to you
enigma of February 10th is "The Openin.
Of Navigation" The answer to that o
March 9th is "Quick Sales and Small
Profits" r.,... ....... ...
Here is another if you have room for it
number 90 letters:
My 8, IL, 4, l3, II, Is, is a city.
My 5, IL, q, q, 9, all should avoid.
My s, 2, l9, 25, a large vessel.
My Is, 6, 26, %, lake.
My IA, IL, 6, l, 9, an animal.
My IS, %, 4, 9, a flower.
My 27, 2, 297, 5, pleasant to hear.
My %, 26, l6, %, liquid.
My 90, "a, 5, an Iowa county.
My 20, II, q, %, a very dear place.
My whole is what all should do.
Respectfully, P. II. NJ.
A North McGregor lady sends US the fol-
lowing: ...... ..s.r .. ....
| am made of Is letters: f.-
My 9, 10, IA, is disgrace
My Is, l3, 5, 9, 6, is used by bakers.
My 8, II, 6, Is, is city.
My II, 10, 9, 6, is price.
My IA, 7, l3, 9, binds.
My 5, 2, 4, a branch or limb.
My 4, 3, 9, 6, found at sea.
My 6, II, 4, l3, conqueror.
My l, 2, 3, 4, very dangerous.
My 9, II, 6, l3, location.
My IA, l3, 5, 6, the charm of animal in
fancy.
My II, 5, 4, 10, 2, 8, can be seen at
Peavy's.
My whole, fear, is McGregor fail
ure, though some good young fellows are
engaged in the work.
And here is another:
PosrvILLE, March IA, 1867.
am composed of lS letters:
My !, Is, 5, 6, I, is adjacent to the sea.
My 4, 6, an early lesson.
My I, ,, 9, Is, an awful place.
My 9, l6, II, s, a most desirable thing
My II, Is, II, s, a musical instrument.
My II, IL, 10, ID, l6, 6, a pleasant thing.
My II, IL, 9, 2, a sharpener.
My IA, 10, l3, II, the top.
My II, l3, l, place of deposit.
My whole is bad advice. JENNIE.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

Attorney and Counsellor ut Law. Office in Dous sman'
Law Block: Prairie du Chen Wis. Will attend the
business OF his profession in the Courts Wisconsin
and Iowa. 535
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
EVANS HOUSE.

I u
Opposite Ferry Landing, McGregor. Refurnished ant
fitted up in good style for guests Patronage respect
fully solicited.
G. H.FLANDERS. Proprietor. 474
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
DRs ANDROs r. LEwrS

Practitioners of Medicine and Surgery. Will attend
to calls in the country at all times Office over l..
Benton Jr Co.'S Drug and Grocery StoIe--entranee
east size. go
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
CLAYTON HOUSE,
CLAYTON, ,..-...-....... ...".......-.".......... IC
TK0S. J. DRIPS. PROPRIETOR

This house is large, well furnished and convenient
located accommodate the travel both by river and
on wheels, and the proprietor will spare pains tn
make it u comfortable home for all guests. Stages
rive and depart daily s5ss 5l3
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
]. s. GREEN, M. D.,

POSTvILLE, -..........-.-ALLAMAKEE CO.
Tenders his professional services to the public Par
cular attention given to Surgical and Diseases
of the Heart aud Lungs.
Former fvors gratefully remembered and future
ones respectfully solicited.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
MURRAY HOUSE

Main Street, McGregor, Iowa. A desirable home fol
the travelling public, with good barns and Sheds ut
tached for the safe protection of horses and wagons
AL NJ. MURRAY, Proprietor.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
HOWARD ASS00IA ALTON.
E PhiladAlnhia. Pa

(NISEASES Of the Urinary and Sexual Systems-
] } new and reliable treatment. Also the BRIDAL
CHAMBER. an Essay of Warning and Instruction, sent
IN sealed envelopes. free OF charge Address pr. ]
sKILLIN HOUGHTON, Howard Assscistioa. No.
Ssuth Ninth Street, ,PhilAdslVhis, Ps. ~
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
COOK g. BRO.

McGREGOR FANNING MILL.
DlCKEY WELLIVER
Manufacturers of the McGregor Fannii Mill and Grain
Separator on West Market Square, corner Main and
Ann Streets, 4l5y MCGKEGOR, IOWA.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
FRESE II. d. WELLMAN.
MISSISSIPPI HOUSE,

Near Steamboat Landing, McGregor, Iowa. Goo
Stabling attached To the premises.
52s FRESE wELLMAN, Proprietors
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20
THE McGREGoR BAND
RAILROAD HOUSE.

Offers its services to the public for pcnics excursions
and good times generally, very reasonable terms.
Apply to CIV. OSGOOD, Leader, TINES Office.
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

Postville, Iowa. This house has just been finished and
has thorough fitting of everyt thing to make guests
comfortable. +. OSTRANDER Proprietor
North Iowa times. [volume] (McGregor, Iowa) 1867-current, 1867-03-20

CHI WITH MUSIC OF THE UNION
Nashville union and dispatch. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1866-1868, 1867-03-10
Washington Items.

WASHINGTON, March 9.-It appears
conceded to-day that the session of Con-
gress will continue for several weeks, but
with the understanding that no financial
measures be agreed on.
Officials at Alexandria say they are
ready for another election with negro
suffrage tomorrow, if Congress will let
them remain with Virginia.
A prominent Senator saws a recess of
Congress will be taken at the close of next
week.
Four dead bodies have been thus far
taken from the ruins of the fire of last
night, including P. Emmeriek, restaurant
keeper.
The General Land Office has received
returns exhibiting the aggregate disposal of
1882 acres of public lands during the
month of February, at the following local
offices, viz: Nebraska City, 1929 acres
St Peters, Minnesota, 40I5 acres; Hum
boldt, Kansas, 1899 acres. A large por-
ton of the land was taken under the
Homestead law for actual settlement and
cultivation. The remainder was sold for
cash, and located with Agricultural College
scrip and military warrants, and the cash
sales amounted to 3599. The Commissioner
transmitted to the Governor of Iowa
patent No. 5, embracing 1920 acres of
swamp lands in the late Charatan District,
inuring to the State under the grant Of
September Goth 1850.
Nashville union and dispatch. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1866-1868, 1867-03-10
REGISTRATION IN DAVIDSON
COUNTY.


1t is announced in the Radical organ,
that the Legislature has directed the can
collation. Of all certificates Of registered
voters in this county and instructed the
Governor to appoint another commission,
er than the present one, and proclaim
new registration. This is a Aatimpeach-
ment Of the capacity and the integrity of
DIR. Dorris, and his conviction and expul-
sion from Office without so far as we are
informed, anything more than partisan
hearsay about frauds and irregularities
This is a sample, toe, Of the rule that
radiealism proposes to SET up. A few
interested ofice-seekers cas- chamber
about the seats Of power, ard for the pur-
pose Of making their calling and election
sure, can displace officers, defame char
acter, and destroy the rights of a majority
Of their fellow-citizens upon mere mo-
ton and without the forms Of inyestiga~
ton This vicious system sets at defiance
every principle ofjustice, and every safe
guard Of the citizens rights. 1t stops at
nothing that proves an obstacle to its
will 1t spares neither friend or
foe. II annihilates at blow
the reputation of officers and the
franchises of the people, and would leave
them PROSTATE without redress or rem-
edy. In this instance, every voter of
Davidson who, last year, at more or less
sacrifice Of time, obtained his certificate,
finds it turned to waste paper in his
pocket, and is notified that if he attempts
to use it he is held as lelon and this,
too, in the matter Of exercising the chief
estof his inherent rights This wanton
onslaught on the people of this county is
procured by the work of prospective
Radical candidates, who have determined
to have certain offices, whether it be the
wish of the people or not. We would
suggest to these parties that, in order to
simplify the subject, and put the ques-
ton beyond all doubt, they present to
the Legislature before its adjournment
list Of the men in this county, white and
black, whom they wish to vote, and at
the same time list of election officers,
and obtain an order to the latter to let
only those named in the first list vote
under any circumstances This course
is easier Of execution than the one pro-
posed, and is equally as fair and repub-
lican, and eminently BETTING the charac-
ter of the party of freedom
Nashville union and dispatch. [volume] (Nashville, Tenn.) 1866-1868, 1867-03-10
CoNGREssIONAL ARRoaANCE

The leading Radicals in Congress ap-
pear to hold themselves and the members
Of their party on the floor Of both Houses
as a sort of committee of public safety,
empowered to consider the state Of the
nation and take cognizance in any
manner they may see fit of every question
that may suggest ITSELF and every branch
of public business. They are assuming
vastly more than the mere Legislative
functions granted BY the constitution.
They think it necessary to sit from years
end to years end, and to regulate the
President remodel States, supervise
Cabinet departments, direct the army and
navy, and control foreign relations and,
in fact, absorb the entire management Of
the government An instance of this was
shown in the House Of Representatives
on Friday, when, upon consideration Of
resolution ofsympathy with the Fenian
movement Mr. Banks proposed that a
Committee on Foreign Affairs should be
Immediately appointed to overlook the
state Of things on the Canada
border Old fashioned people think that
She President and the Senate are the
treaty making power in this government,
and that, through the Secretary of State,
the former conducts its foreign bust
ness. But this Committee of Public
Safety, who have set aside the constitu-
ton and determine in midnight caucuses
every question of public interest, are to
undertake it for themselves