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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
JAMES HANRAHAN.

MANUFACTURES of Lumber Wagons,
VI Open and Covered Buggies, Sleighs
and Cutters. Custom work promptly at
tended to, and executed in q workmanlike
manner.
shop on Third Street. one block south
OF Main, NatertoWn, Wis. 44yI
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

CONFIDENCE GAME-Last Tues
day afternoon two sharrerS who had come
to to wn from Madison that morning, went
down to the Junction, and, entering the
| smoking Car of the eastern bound ST. Paul
train, came across chap with whom one
Of them speedily made bet of $3.50 that he
could not open tobacco box which was
exhibited to him. 1t seems he 'greeny' had
been bitten before and had learned the Sc
cret, SO that he felt sure of his ability to
win. The money was counted out by each
party and deposited in the hands Of sharper
No. ,, whose character greeny did not mis-
trust. The box was handed over and at
the first attempt the victim opened it. The
cars started at that moment and the stalk E.
holder shot out of the door with the money,
followed by his comrade; the swindled in
dividual Immediately jumped from the car,
when the confidence men sprang upon the
train again, and he succeeded in following
their example. They then waited until
the cars got under rapid motion when they
leaped off, and the victim of the robbery
preferring to save his neck rather than the
money, remained on the train and has
not been heard from since. The swindlers
came to the city, and taking their own tim e
for it departed for parts unknown, few
hours afterwards
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
WORDS OF WISDOM.
FOR YOUNG MEN.

On the Ruling Passion in YoGth and EARLY
Manhood, with SELF HELP for the Erring
and unfortunate. Sent in sealed letter en-
velopes, free of charge Address, HOWARD
ASSOCIATION, Box P, PHILADELPHIA, Pa.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

THE STATE FAIR-The prospects
are that the State Fair this year is to be the
most successful ever held in Wisconsin
Gen. Sheridan has telegraphed that he wall
surely be present.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
AUGUST WIGGENHORN,

TEWELER, has recently opened jew
- elry Store in Johnson's block, corner
Main and 1st street, where he wilt keep
constantly on hand a large stock of
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver and Pla-
ted Ware, &c. Particular attention paid
to repairing Watches Clocks, Jewelry,
&c, and warranted to give satisfaction.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Lindon House Arrivals,

For the week ending September 25th.
Monday, September 10th.
II. H. Tresencer, Winons.
G. g. Seymour, Milwaukee.
Alonzo T. Bently, Portage City.
n. S. Allen, Cleveland, O.,
II. Shipman, Waupun.
l. E. Willets, Chicago.
G. B. Heinting, Milwaukee.
G. A Wells, Boston.
F. L. Wilder, do
Tuesday, Sept. 2lst.
VIM. Baxter, Boston.
Mrs. Wood, do
r. w. Potter, Sparta.
H. S. Allen, Cleveland.
Walter Peachey, Beaver Dam.
NJ. R. Cheney, Whitewater.
G. L. Jones Cleveland
F. R. Aldrich, Detroit.
G. Goodell, Tomah.
A. Papham, Chicago.
Wednesday Sept. ed.
]. I. Martin, New York.
L. T. SLAYER, Chicago.
H. Ott Milwaukee.
w Hall, Chicago.
G. F. Edeler, Philadelphia.
Homer Churchill, GAINESVILLE.
Q. Ward, Chicago.
W. a. Cutler, Holly, Mich.
A. G. Fisher, Chicago.
&. Z. Stampls, Boston.
G. Young, Rochester.
+. K. Sweet, do
Thursday Sept. Esd.
E. A. Walkup, Chicago.
II. w. Weeke Boston.
T. R. Aldrich. Detroit
G. A. Hill, Chicago.
P. D. Briggs, Cleveland.
G. w. Young, Chicago.
W. L. Cohoe, Milwaukee.
A. Fl. Duncomb, New York.
S. NJ. Cone, Waterloo.
A AMSTERDAM, Chicago.
VIM. Smith, Menasha.
A. n. Warren Milwaukee.
J. NJ. Gillett, Fond du Lac.
L. Il. Keller n. Y.
Friday, Sept. Gath.
G. B. Snutto, Chicago.
G. B Salmon, do
G. W. Young, do
W. H. Clark do
3. F. Mitchell, Louisville, KY.
Henry O5kamp, CINCINNATI.
L. S. Funnele, Albany, n. Y.
Charles Wiener, Chicago.
l. D. Brown, do
W. Friedman, Milwaukee.
b NJ. Kauldback, Chicago.
H H. Booth, Milwaukee.
a. G. Mckee, Wheeling, ". V.
J. Z. Rood Chicago.
S. L. Chapman, Chicago.
Edward Goldby, Milwaukee.
J. Maynard, Chicago.
J. w. Morton, Milwaukee.
s. S. Wade, Ohio.
S. D. Cone, Waterloo.
Saturday, Sept. 25.h.
John Tracy Mazomania.
John Gordon, Whitewater.
@. L. Jones, Cleveland.
F. Cheney, Chicago.
E. S. Funnell, Albany, n. Y.
Peter Wood, do
Andrew Cash, do
F. Julions, New London.
l. D. Thomas ana vile, Toledo.
ROBERT S. PERRY, Proprietor.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
DE IT'S rs.
q p SOUTHWELL-

GURGEON Dentist, having permanently
- located himself, would respectfully in
form the Citizens of WATERFOWL and vicinity
that he is prepared to do all kinds of Den
tai Work. Office on Main street, over Post
office All work warranted to give entire
satisfaction.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
.M4RRTFD-

OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES 9th, 50,
at Johnson Creek, by J. D. Bullock, J. P,
at the residence of Jas. Ward, Mr.. THEO-
D0RE BROWN, of Missouri, to Miss RO-
SINA S. WARD, of johnson Creek, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
PECULIAR ADAPTABiLlT
Rr1ndreTJH,S Pills

Their puculiar adaptability to all constitu-
tons as cleansers of the bowels and the blood
has established their great merit. They re.
store the liver, the spleen and even the
heart to healthy action when other other
remedies have been used without producing
any benefit. They do not expose those who
use them to any danger, being as safe as
salutary.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Chicago g. Northwestern

MITE SoO ETY.-The Ladies Mite
Society of the Congregational Church, will
meet with Mrs. Blanchard the present
week.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
S. S. GREEN,

:" ATERTOWN Marble Works. Mr..
w Green is Manufacturer of and Dealer
in all kinds Of Marble Monuments, Head
Stones, Mantel rieces &C., also Cut Stone
for Euilding Purposes. Shop on First ST.,
one Block south of Main street, WatertoWn
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
STRAW & MURPHY.

formerly Straw L Gooirow,)
DAINTERS and Dealers in Wall Paper,
1 Window Shades, Paints, Oils, Varnish,
Glass, Putty, Brushes. &c. One door west
Of Wisconsin National Bank, Watertown.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
\. HUMPHREYS
HERBERT S. cox,

GARRIAGE Trimmer, is now prepared
" TO do all kinds of Carriage Trimming
With neatness and dispatch. Shop over
81 eissert Bolless ca riage establishment,
en- LIST street
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

DISTRICT CoNvENTI0N.-We have
received from Mr.. E. P ingalls,, Secretary
of the Convention, the official proceedings
of the Second Assembly District Conven-
ton, but are able only to give the results.
@. II. Phillips, of Lake Mills, was nominated
candidate for Assemblyman, and Q. G. DIN,
of Oakland, for Supervisor. G. NJ. Wells,
G. P. Mead and G. Spoor were appointed
District Committee
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
A SOLLIDAY.
Successor to VIM. II. Shulze, }
@<5A DENTISTS.
Once over Bank Of vatertown.

3IIS Office over Bank Of WATERFOWL.
Natural Teeth put in the best state of
preservation. Artificial teeth inserted on
Gold, Porcelain and Yulcanized Rubber
plates. Close attention given to correcting
irregularities in dentilion and all diseases
of the mouth. Teeth Extracted without
pain. Satisfaction guaranteed.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
GRITZNER BRO,

FASHIONABLE BARRIERS, corner of Main
IL and I'd street, opposite the Post Office,
WATERFOWL, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
BARRIERS.
LOUIS SONTAG.

QUESTIONABLE Barber and Hair Ores
Il ser, in the Middle of Main street
Bridge, WATERFOWL, Wis. The best of Hair
Dye used, warranted to hold color for eight
weeks.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
JEWELLERS,
JOSEPH SALICK.

q DEALER in Clocks, Watches, Jew
Is elry, etc. Watches and Jewelry
neatly repaired. No. 81 Main Street, First
brick block east side Of bridge, Watertown.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

BUTToNs.- Who has got the but
ton ?" was question which we remember
could not always be answered in our
younger days, but if any one should ask US
''who has got the buttons q we should
without hesitation refer him to Miss Hattie
Green, Of this city, as the person he wished
to see. This young lady has accumulated
within little more than two years. tsgeIre
hundred buttons, no two of which are alike
she has them upon string, and, closely
packed together in this form, they me a8ure
eighteen feet in length. AS may be sup
posed, in SO large collection, there are ma
ny specimens Of rare beauty and peculiar &c.
sign. The patience and perseverance ne.
cessa1y to gather these specimens are re-
markable, and, we cannot but think, have
exhausted that particular field of research.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Extruct from Letter TO Dr. Brandreth, from
c. j. Fay, Eeq., p. H., Ha0amonton, ". j.

E1tract from Letter to DR.. Brandreth, from
G. j. Fay, E9sqr p. H., Hammonton, n j.
''In 1888 I was in poor health. and my
friends as we'll as myself supposed that my
earthly voyage wculd soon terminate. But
after taking one box Of Braudreths Pills, l
began to feel better. We !, sir, when / had
used up twelve boxes l was a well, healthy
NANNY weight having gone from l3I
pounds up to l52 pounds. then ordered q
supply, and between that time and the pres
ent I have retailed three thousand dollars
worth of these invaluable pills, and am
quite sure that have thereby been instru-
mental in saving thousands OLIVES.
''Yours truly, G. J. FAY, P. NJ
Sold by all Druggists. Observe my name
in white letters in the government stamp
i. BRANDRETH.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
MISCELLA
LYNDON HOUSE.
REVERE HOUSE.

y OBERT S. PERRY, Prop: ietor, Water
Ia town Wisconsin.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
ygatertOwEa Market

Corrected Weekly by Theo. Rack.
Jr Commission Merchant, Main Street
Watertown.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

ILBERT BUTCHER, Proprietor, cor
" aer Clark and Kinzie streets, Chica-
60, III.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
SKINNER & SAUNDERS,

A TTORNEYS and Counselor5 at Law,
IA Land and Loan Agents. Have
complete abstract ef the records OF all
titles and incumbraances on real estate II
Jefferson county Office over Bank q
WATERFOWL, Wis.
c. B. SKINNER, WIN. R. SAUNDERS.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
FUTURE HUSBAND or WIFE ;


lie can foretell the result OF all business trans
actions and speculations. Men who were unsuc-
cess1ul In their busincss-men who worked hard,
ana VINO struggled against adyerity and mislor-
tune all their lives, aud found the they tried
10 get forward in the world the more things went
against thcnl-theSe men consulted him, followed
his advice, and are now rich, happy, and success
Yul in all II cir undertakings. He can tell the al
aicted the causc of their disease and suffering.
His PREV NTIYE against having children is i'll
nocent. 81 and sure.
sssE@t Cons Itatien hours from 10 A. NJ. 10 =
NJ ~ No. BIB EAST MADISON STREET,
M stairs, Consultation fee Two DOLLARS. IL
teryieys confidential
Persons at q distance may communicate conf.
fdsn,iaily by letter if they enclose Two Dollars
far consultation fee. Send twenty-five cents for
his Book entitled: EGUTDE TO HEALRH AND JoYo
LIFE :" and he has for each sex, say whether
fur Lady Gentleman, only one Will be sent
to the same address. His circulars about " Win
ming the Affections Of the opposite Eek" and " lu~
portant Hints to Business Men" will be eenf
Erasis with she book. Address all letters fellows
DIR. Raphael, Post Office Box
No cSTs, Chicago, IL.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Science Advances.

AS soon as an article purporting to be util-
ity has been tested, and its merits endorsed
by public opinion, uuprincipled parties en-
deaYor to replenish their depleted pusesr by
counterfeting, and substituting a spurious
for the genuine article. Some time since,
mercury, in diguise fos pills, powders, &c,
was given for all diseases Of the stomach and
liver, while quinine WAS freely administered
for the chills. At length HOSTETTBR' s
STOMACH RITTERS N de its advent, and
an entire new system OF healing was in
augurated. The beneficial effects of this
valuable preparation were 1T once acknOWl-
edged, and mineral poisOns suffered to sink
into that obscurity to while an enlightened
age has consigned them. There have been
many spurious Bittcrs palmcd upon the COM
muuity, which, after trial, h ave been found
worthless. wall" HJSTHTTER'S STOMACH
BITTERS las proved blessing to thousands
who owe to it their restoration to health.
For many years we have watched the steady
progress of uOSTETTRB'S STOM ACH BIT
| TERS in public estimation, and its benificent
effect as a cure for all complaints arising
from the stomach, of q morbid nature, and
we are free to say that It can be relied upon
rs a certain relief and remedy. It's propre-
tors have made the above preparation, afte T
years Of careful study and sitting, and are
now reapng the reward claimed by this val
liable specific, and which they so richly
merit. 1t is the only preparation of the kind
that is reliable in all cases, and it therefore
demands the attention of the afflicted.
THE PRESIDENT DECLARES WAR
Against all impositions upon the people, and
Science, following the glorious example, is
out
Against the Prisoners
who sell sugar of lead hair dyes. that not
only ruin the hair, but paraIyze the system
| Impostors
Who Destroy the Unwary
should be put down by law. In the mean
time
Cr5stadorO's Excelsior Hair Dye
is offered under the guaran tee of Professor
Chiffon, the famous analytical chemist, as
an efficient,
Pure and Harmless Preparation.
/ CRISTADORO'S HAIR PRESERFATIVE,
as a Dressing, acts like charm on lie HaLr
aEtcE pyeIng Try =.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
he FTEis LIST.

Almost every day we hear many perso
complaining of headache, loss of appetite
and that they are not fit to doanything, &C
Many is the day that we have felt so our
selves, and in fact have gone 70 bed and i'm
agaed ouselves sick but for the life Of US
could not tell what WIS the matter. One
day while thus complaining, friend said
to US, ''Why don you try PLANTATION BIT
TIERS they are really good thing and will
make you feel like a new man" Upon his
recommendation we purchased bottle, and
took them according TO the directions. They
seemed to go RICH. 10 the spot, and gave us
immediate relief. Ever since we have taken
every opportunity to recommend them.
MAGNOLIA WATER.-Superior to the best
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Business Directory.
LAW YERS.

MYRON B. WILLIAMS,
A TTORNEY, Counsellor and Solicitor,
N Cor. of Main and I'd Streets, Water
town, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
LUMBER YARDS.
O. K. COE-

nEALER in Lumb T, Shingle and Lath,
~ corner of Clyman and Fourth Streets,
Tatertown, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Z. z. EsR OOK & co.
Nc. 5.---Adver.

The Stars and Planets reveal your DESTINY T.
YOUR DESTINY What it? Good or Evil
itch or Poor-Exalted or DECEASED? Are Won to
rise TO Enlnence, Honor. Wealth and Powers Or.
are yen to sink into obscurity and oblivion. and
De forever unknownI What are your future pr0-
spects IN HE! TO BE OR NOT no BE? That ia
me AHA 2s0rolng question. WHO will solve II p
DIX. RAfllAEL can eolve It. All who IRE in
troaPle, all who have been unfortunate, MI who
nave Deen seduced by false promises and deceit 90
10 MIN ana get advice and satisfaction He hos he
secret OF winning the affections of the opp9sjto
sex. nIldies who have suffered from misblaced
confidence, consult him before
they get married, be will restore
their bloom, freshness. and vigoF
OF youth, and enable them to en-
ter married life with confidence OF
heaith and happiness. lie will show YOU the like-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
Calvin Cheney's
issuance Agency.
international Insurance Co.,
(Of New York
Htna Insurance Co.,
fOf Hartford.

With an Aggregate Capital of S., 700, 900.
Afording perfect indemnity to policy
holders.
Be not deceived by offers of cheap insur-
sUee.
:, Once over the Bank Of Watertown, with
Inner Th Saunders. 43y
!As best Is always the cheapest.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

HARLOW PEASE,
A TTORNEY at Law. Office on I'd floor
of Noak's Block, opposite Post Office
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

MAGNOLIA WATER.-Superior to the best
imported German Cologne, and sold at half
the price.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

j. Ii. SLEEPEk IL j. I'll LIN.
NTATERTOWN Lumber Yard. Lumber
w OF every description Lath ana
Shingles constantly on hand and for sale a
the Lowest Market Plice, at the Milwaukee
Depot, Watertown, Wis. =
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
sICIANS.

DR., NJ. n. BARBER,
TLECTIC Physician and Surgeon. Office
e over A. Peterson's store.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
LADIES ATTENTION.

" GU can preserve your fruits with safety
4 by buying the celebrated "HERO JAR, ~
just received Quarts and half gallonsl at
DERFINS' Grocery + Provision Store
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29
EGGS,

TURKIES &c. &c.
Please call at the store With the
RED FRONT Joining the Bank of Water
town.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1869-09-29

Farmers who have a GOOD QUALITY
OF Buttestor sale will please cal! on us-
we will also buy your
Norfolk day book. [volume] (Norfolk and Portsmouth Va.) 1868-1880, 1869-07-09
From Richmond Wing, 7th

General Candy, it will be
remembered, as a condition
preparatory to the election held
yesterday, made General Scho-
fields registration of 1865 the
basis, as far as Richmond was
concerned, of the revision of it's
list of registered voters.
Now, the Conservative and
true Republican voters of Rich
mond never dreamed that, after
the vote had been revised as
thus ordered by General Can
by, that the Wells managers
would be permitted to go be
hind it on election day, and
bring from the four quarters of
the State hundreds of plant
negroes to personate the bogus
names recorded on the fraudu-
lent lists of 1867, in order to
defeat and outrage our real peo-
pie. They did it, however,
and a living stream OF unknown
j. Continued on Fourth page, . 1.=s.
Norfolk day book. [volume] (Norfolk and Portsmouth Va.) 1868-1880, 1869-07-09
p O Z IT r. x =.
BEWARE OF THE MIRROR. "

He murmurs the vow that for days to her
dreaming
Hopes tenderest prophecies told;
He finds her fond answer in looks that are
beaming
Their love beneath lashes of gold.
The chamber ia vacant, the moment deli
cious,
What gazer the secret may share 2
ct beware of the mirror, the treacherous
mirror,
Young lovers. young lovers, beware.
Grief tinges her joy, and in sad meditation
= She hearkens, iaint bloom on her cheeks,
as bitterly, now, of her loftier station,
Her proud hearted kindred he speaks.
part us,
Inviolate faith will you swear Pr
Beware of the mirror, the treacherous
mirror,
Young lovers, young lovers, beware.
For mirrors are genuine gossips, and labor
In lustrously socable way,
With speed Geographic, from neighbor to
neighbor
All passing events to convey.
And this that beholds you will publish its
tidings ...
Attentive no detail to spare.
Beware of the mirror, the troachsrous
mirror,
Poor lovers, poor lovers, beware.
Already the chamber adjoining confesses
Their secret with cold unconcern,
Revealing infinitely his lavish caresses,
Mnutely her gentle return;
And one, whom the merciless image amazes
Confronts it with marveling air.
Beware of the mirror, the treacherous
mirror,
Poor lovers, poor lovers, beware.
Oh, few are the secrets, however We prize
them,
That long undiscovered remain;
This curious world has a charm which des
fes them
spell to unravel their skein.
The listener. crouches when least We suspect
him,
The spy, when least fancied his snare,
And always, it seems, of life's treacherous
mirrors
Too late is the wsrning-beware.
Norfolk day book. [volume] (Norfolk and Portsmouth Va.) 1868-1880, 1869-07-09
Carriages
nULLEN IL PIERCE,
CARRIAGE MAKERS
a,nd Hk RnWARE

NOS. IL and % Union street,
ca&WE, Having been in this business
Hfal6 for 80 odd years, are prepared to
rive general satisfaction to all who may
favor them with orders.
All kinds OF LIGHT CA RRlAd ES
made OF the best material AID work man
ship, at lowest prices
COACH MATERIAL OF EVERY ND,
Spring Axles, Wagon Material, ami
CARRIAGE GOODS,
A largestock suited to the trade at laii
prices. no24-ly
Norfolk day book. [volume] (Norfolk and Portsmouth Va.) 1868-1880, 1869-07-09
From the New York Times
The Test Oath i'm Virginia.

General Canby's purpose to
to require the ironclad oath OF
members elected to the Vir-
ginia Legislature is in direct
conflict with the opinions of
General Grant, repeatedly ex-
pressed, and with the course
pursued under his orders in the
States already reconstructed.
The applicability Of the oath
to legislators elected under the
reconstruction acts was care
fully considered in the case of
Georgia. The question which
has led to General Canby's de-
cision early engaged the atten-
ton of General Meade, and was
by him referred to Gen. Grant,
in whose hands, as Comman-
der Of the armies, Congress had
vested authority to decide. On
the I'd Of March, 1868, General
Grant, in a dispatch to Gen.
Meade, wrote a follows :
'The officers elected under
the new Constitution of Geor-
gia are not officers Of the Pro-
visional Government, referred
to in the reconstruction acts,
nor are they officers elected I'M
der any so-called State authori-
ty, and are not therefore, re-
quired to take the oath pre-
scribed in section 9, act of July
10, 1867
The matter did not end
here. There were parties in
Georgia, as there are parties in
Virginia, anxious to perpetuate
the policy prescription as a
means of narrowing the range
within which the choice of leg
islators must be made, Argu-
ments in support of the policy
were addressed to headquarters
at Washington, but without
effect. On the goth April,
1868, in a dispatch to the Dis
trict Commander at Atlanta,
General Grant said:
Il have carefully read your
letter of 18th April and its
Enclosures. 1 see nothing in
them to change my opinion as
expressed to you in my dispatch
of March 2, 1868. Officers
elected under the new Consti-
ton of Georgia are not officers
of the Provisional Government
referred to in the Reconstruc-
ton acts, nor are they officers
elected under any so-called
State authority, and are not,
therefore, required to take the
oath prescribed in section 9, act
of July 10, 1867. The eligi-
bility to hold office must be
determined by the new Con-
stitution, and the Amendment
to the Constitution of the Uni
ted States, designated as arti-
Gle IA
The iron-clad oath, therefore
was not applied to the MEM
bers of the Georgia Legislature.
In a communication to Pro-
visional Governor Bullock,
, General Meade, on the 9th Of
July, 1868, reminded him OF