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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
A HUSKING BEE.
A Jolly Old-FsshIOned Custom ReyiVed-A
scene in a Country Barn in South Farm
ingtOn, Massachnsetts Dainty
Ladies' Husking Corn

A South Pennington, Mass, cor
respondent of the New York Times
says: Very few, comparatively, of
the present generation have any cor
rect idea of the old-fashioned husking
bees which were once Of so common
occurrence in New England and in
some Of the other States. Fifty
years ago. the largest proportion OF
The crop of Indian corn was husked
or shucked, as Il is called in certain
localities, by ladies and gentlemen,
at a grand husking bee, during moon
light evenings. The chief practice
was to break off the ears from the
stalks and pile them in the middle
Of a spacious floor, leaving an alley
around the outside for huskers, who
are seated on large pumpkins. For
promoting innocent merriment in the
gay company, while engaged in their
industrious employment, certain
rules were adopted which both sexes
honOred, one of which was that
every gentleman who was so fortu-
holO NS w llnQ ~ iSu CAA Vi COL u hhl
the unspeakablc privilege Of kissing
any one or all the fair huskers in
the ring. On the contrary, to coun-
terbalance the amusement, when a
lady found . smut ear it was her
privilege to smut as many of the
male faces as she chose Sweet CT.
der, bountiful supply of luscious
fruit, and pumpkin pie without limit,
constituted one Of the most attract
i've features of the industrious gath
ering, which usually wound up with
variety of games and dance.
Such an old-fashioned husking bee
recently came off in this place. in the
spacious and commodious stock barn
folmerly owned by Mr.. IL, G.. White
A large number Of invitations were
sent out to friends and relatives
many of whom came from. the city
of New York and some from Boston
The following is copy OF the invi
tation, which was printed on sepa
rate husks Of the corn ears, in lieu 0
paper, and distributed by m all:
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

W "ouuluS tour
through Switzerland and Italy. Just
before his matrimonial alliance he
was appointed to the United Assem-
bly,, and when the revolution came
the following year, he was numbered
among the conservatives and was a
very firm adherent to the royal fam
Is. Perhaps in all Germany there
could not have been found public
man more bitterly hated by the
masses at that time than Otto Bis
marck but being on the victorious
side, when after three years Of war
the revolution was suppressed, he
was appointed Minister to Frank
fort, then considered the most impor-
tant position in the gift of the King
| dom, where he remained officially
for eight years. In 1859 he was ap-
pointed Minister to st. Petersburg,
which position he continued to occu-
Ply until 1862, when he was appoint
ed ambassador to France; during
his temporary residence in Paris he
closely scrutiniZed the character of
Napoleon, and thoroughly explored
the depths of French resources for
war; he lost no opportunity to be-
come tho. oughly acquainted with
the real status Of the French army
and government, and thus acquired
fund Of information that has been
OF incaIculable benefit to the Prus-
SLAMS in the present conflict. From
Fronce, Bismarck was soon recalled
toassume still greater responsibilities
~ The appointment of Premier OF
Prussia au office which he fills with
credit to himself aud an honor TO his
country. Intoxicated, however, with
the astounding success Of Prussian
arms, he may yet prove a ruin to
himself and a Tartar to his own
country
Count Bismarck processes great
respect for our people and govern
ment, and proudly boasts that Fred
crick the Great was one Of the first
European sovereigns to offer the
right hand Of fellowship TO the Amer
lean Republic, and since which time
the two nations have been on the
most friendly terms. And during
the present war with France he has
boon very solicitous Of American
sympathy.
Count Bismarck is not only Prus-
sian, soldier, and statesman, but he
is also Christian in the true sense
Of the word liberal in his views and
charitable toward all denominations.
Though Protestant he is friendly
to the Popo, not because he is in
sympathy with Papal dogmas, but
because class of people have elevat-
ed him to the position of supreme
Pontiff and by their suffrage sustain
him in the Office. Second to salts
factory settlement of diplomatic re-
lations with France, the cardinal
doctrine of Bismarck is tho unifica-
ton of Germany, for the accomplish
ment Of which he will bond all the
energies of his great soul, and with
what results the history of his re
cent achievements ominously fore
shadow. Under the Premiership OF
this distinguished person, Prussia
ranks among tho very first powers
of Europe, if indeed she does not lead
the van of nations in the Old World,
especially in the science of war
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
COUNT BISMARCK.

The man, Of all Earope, around
whose brow oncircles the brightest
halo Of glory, is Count VonBismarck.
Neither warrior or statesman, duke
or prince, king or emperor, sultan
or car outranlls the Prime Minister
of Prussia in moulding tho destiuies
of Europe, His influence is more
than that Of any other
person in the old world.
The ancestral name of this distin-
guished Prussian, was Biscopes-
marck, subsequently, known as Bis
chofsmarck, and ultimately alb brevi-
ated to Bismarck
About six hundred years ago, the
name first appeared upon the page of
history, when Rudolph Bismarck be.
gan to make himself known and ad-
mired TOR his intelligence, shrewd-
ness and energy in political affairs.
Though not very widely known, be
was deservedly popular in the dis
trict represented by him Ho was a
warm friend Of the cause Of education
ie which he engaged with commenda-
bile enthusiasm, OF the four sons Ru-
dolph Bismarck, Klaus the oldest be-
came the most distinguished as politi-
clan and statesman, and on obtaining
a great victory over German demo
Gratis, he YVES presented with Castle.
which placed the family at once
among the nobility Of his country.
The forests connected with Burg
stall Castle abounded with the very
choicest game, and consequently the
Elcctor, Hans George, who had a
strong passion for hunting. proposed
to buy the estate, and after negotia-
ting for two years, the present Bis
marck homestead, Schocnhausen, was
exchanged for the Blrg,iall proper
~. Through all the German wars,
either civil or foreign, a Bismarck
like Saul Of old, was suro to stand
fall head and shoulders above his fell
lows, either as a soldier or states
man. In fact, the Bismarcks were
the leading characters in developing
Prussia from au obscure German
Province TO ono OF the great leading
powers OF Europe.
The one now figuring 50 promi-
neuty in the history Of Elrope was
born at Schoenhausen, April lst, 1915,
and consequently is now So years OF
age. la 1921 no was sent to Prof.
Plamanns boarding school where
he. continued his Juvenile studies for
six years, when be was advanced to
sn institution of a higher grade.
Young Bismarck took great pleas.
ure in reading German history, es-
pecialIy that portion embraced in the
reign of Frederic the Great. In due
time he entered the University OF
Gottengin, but never exhibited any
signs of superior natural ability OF
manifested any particular disposition
TO excel in his studies. Like most
of his countrymen he was much adj
dicted to the use of lager beer in his
college days 1t is said that he new
err attended but two lectures during
his entire college course in Gotten
gin. After severing his connection
with the University, he entered upon
the practice of law at Potsdam, but
on the death of his father he return
cd to Schoenhausen and took charge
of the old homestead.
In July, lS47, Otto Edward Leo
pold Bismarck was married 10
Johanna Patkammer, and immedi-
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
sss~Tbe greatest error that ar

E9- The greatest error that any
governing man can make, whether
he be the head of government de-
partment, of merchants office or a
diapers shop, is the attempt to do
too much himself This is no new
remark. 1t is one that has been
made by scores of shrewd by-standers
observing the conduct of business ;
but | think it will be new to remark
that this great error nearly always
proceeds from moral defects-from
vanity conceit, fussiness, and an
overweening regard for ones own
peculiar way Of doing work. The
idea, whether consciously expressed
or not, in the mans mind, is this :
81 will show them how | can do it
not 81 will teach them how to do
it for themselves" There is gener-
ally an absence Of generosity in such
men they do not love the excellence
of other men. And, again, they are
pleased to forget their own mortality,
and to omit seeing that the grand
thing is to leave behind you those
brought up under you who shall be
able to do as we'll as yourself, or even
better.-SeLected.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

On the arrival of the railroad cars
in the afternoon, commodious
"picnic wagon" was sent to the depot
to convey a load Of huskers to the
place of manual industry. Many of
the ladies were gaily attired in old
fashioned caps and capes such as
were worn many decades ago and
the industrious huskcrs were seated
around the large pile of unhusked
ears on pumpkins and boxes, while
others mounted the pile, and husked
their passage to the floor. The barn
in which the husking was held il
1876 feet in length, and of correspond
ing breadth. Lighted lamps hang
ing down from the beams above en-
lightoned the novel scene. 1t was,
indeed, an unusual sight 10 Gee slen-
der fingers, which had scarcely ever
before grappled with anything be-
side the key Of a piano and the leaves
of books, stripping tho rough husks
from the great swelling ears Of In
dian corn. In most respects, the ef-
fort came fully up to the Jolly husk-
ing be9s of 1925, with the exception
of the rigid observance Of the rules
of huskers, touching the red ears and
the smut ears. The long and tedious
Job Of husking crop Of corn was
soon completed, and without the
usual attendants Of tender hands aud
sore fingers.
There were about two hundred
fair danes and country and city
SWANS to participate in the pleasant
enjoyment. Ate o'clock in the even
ing the husking was ended, yet not
amid such strife and Notification as
used to characterize the husking
bees fifty years ago, when he who
husked the last ear, if he desired,
might greet every lady with kiss ;
and in case some lucky nymph were
so fortunate as to get the last ear,
the privilege Of smacking her rosy
checks was accorded to the hard
listed beaux.
After the husking was ended, the
jovial party was invited to partake
of sumptuous collation., and pump
kin pies constituted tho browning
concomitants. After the collation.
two fddles and claronet made the
huge barn echo with soul-thrilling
music, and the old-fashioned contra
dances were celebrated with all the
vivacity which characterized the
dances at the husking bees of our
fathers and grandfathers.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

CosT or THE EUROPEAN WAR
Various estimates of the cost Of the
present European war have been
made. lie Pays, one Of the Paris jour
nails, estimates it thus: War arma-
ments from 1868 to 1870, estimated
at 5000, 100000; Notifications des-
troyed which will have to be rebuilt,
$500, 900, 900 losses of caunons, mus
kets, and other war materials des-
troyed or captured, S300,000,000 !;
destruction ofbuildings and fields by
both sides, 100000, 900 total or par
tial ruin of manufacturers and 9TH
er proprietors, s200,00O000 war in
demnity to Germany, 100000 900
losses in consequence of all these
disasters, $500, 900, OO0-total, 50 800 :
100000. This immeDce expense has
all been incurred since the middle of
July. The indemnity to Germany
has been only guessed at, of course,
but is probably not far from tn
mark.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
PHELPS HOUSE.

n E PHELPS, proprietor, Lancaster, Wis Having
T. furnished the new three story brick hotel on the
old hptol corner grcpar,d o. accommodate guests
reasonably. Rooms we'll furnished aud iHtls well
provided. Ample stable accommo iatluus 20-45
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

1~The report ofthe United States
Department of Agriculture comes to
the startling conclusion that such is
the wholesale destruction of Ameri-
can forests, there will be an actual
famine for wood in the country with
in thirty years unless immediate
measures are taken to supply their
places by new plantations. tbs esti-
mated that from 1850 to 1860, 10000
600 acres of timber land were brought
under cultivation, and that in the
present decade no less than a hundred
millions will be so reclaimed. We
see but one remedy for this Let
the Government offer large premiums
for the cultivation of forests.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

sA.The anthracite coal deposits of
Pennsylvania underlie four hundred
and seventy square miles ofmountain
and valley. More than forty million
dollars have been absorbed in mining
capital about the same sum in canals,
and seventy millions in railroads, con-
structed almost solely IS @ means
Of transportation Of coal, Sixteen
million tons were sent to market
during the past year
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

sA-A young peanut and paper
pedder on the Kansas Pacific railroad
has received telegram from Eng
land announcing that an uncle has
just died leaving him $780, O0.-
He has concluded not to peddle any
longer.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

sSc-At q fair in New York q young
lady, described as "heiress, beautiful
and accomplished" offers herself to
be ratified for-"no married man, or
bachelor over IS, to bo permitted to
take ticket" She says she is con-
WINGED marriage is lottery" and
wants to proveit.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
rwTwo miles north of Basket

ryTwo miles north of Basket, q
station on the Delaware division Of
the Erie Railway, a few days since,
about three acres of land, heavily
timbered with hemlock, occupying
an elevated position, suddenly sank
to the depth ofabout forty feet, leav-
ing the tops of the trees just visible
above the surface. The sinking was
accompanied by a loud crash, which
died away in low rumble, heard at
a considerable distance. The trees
are standing in their natural posi-
tions, having evidently experienced
no particular injury in their descent
1t is usual, when such freaks Of ma
ture occur, for the sunken earth to
be Immediately submerged by water
butin this instance no such phenome'
non occurred.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

aca- Prominent farmers in the vi
ciDity of Memphis concur in saying
that cotton will hereafter constitute
the surplus and not the main agri-
cultural product of the region. Next
year bread and bacon will be produc-
cd as never before.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

s9- A woman's cooperative associa-
ton at San Francisco has, during the
past two years, earned net profit
OF thirty per cent. on the capital in
vested, aud given permanent employ
ment TO two hundred women.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

Potter Palmer, now travelling IN
Europe is collecting photographs Of
the most elegant buildings in that
country, and on his return to Chicago
proposes to erect the finest hotel in
the world
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

EJ-There have been shipped from
Green Bay, Wisconsin, the past sea
son, by rail and water, 3l2, 000,000 of
shingles, which have been distributed
over the country from the Atlantic
to The Pacific.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

sA-Crawford county, Pa, has the
credit of three soldiers monuments
within its borders-one at DIxonbury,
another at Evansburg, and the third
in Spring township. No other county
in the country can claim as much.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

Gg- Gratz Brown is small, home
ly, red-haired man, native of Ken
lucky, and q protege OF tho Blair
family. He is Of acknowledged abil-
ity, and his vito is handsome enough
for both, having been formerly "thc
beautiful Miss Gunn," Of Jefferson
City.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
JOSEPH BOOK.

4 BSrBACT and ONyEYANCING omco, Lancaster
u Wiz. Abstracts furnished snort notice; Titles
Investigated and perfected Conycyaneng in all lis
branches TaXos pad laud bought and sold 22-l4
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
COBB 81 LIKEN $,

4 II0RNEYs and COUNCILLORS AZ Law, Mineral
Il Point, Wis Practice 10 the courts and attend 10
agencies ana collections In AN parts Of State Special
attention 20 proceedings under tho T. g. Bankrupt Act
Umoe 10 Lenahama Block OBJ. the 7. o. 22-9O
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
cARnIER HOuSE.
MANSION HOUSE,

~ CARRIER proprietor, Boscobel Wia. Meals pro
siIed before car time and patrons assisted with
baggage. Promptness, and no delaya % tho Carrier
House stahling attached.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

sD-One thing is clear to me, that
no indulgence of passion destroys
the spiritual nature so much as re-
spectacle selfishness.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

~ >. HYDE, proprietor Lancaster, wis. corner Of
". Main and spring sts. Having bought tho above
house and rehttsd and rcturnishcd III am prepared
90 give every attention 20 the accommodation Of guests
and Will provided good table and clean beds. good
hostler always ON hand. 2t-30
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

DYM HYDE son, Lancaster. wis Good stebliu
ID ana 30. . hosiler, lcrses sud carrares 70 let a
very low RATES. @l-to
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

Don't BET.-It is one OF the mis-
fortunes connected with the popular
sports OF the day, base ball and boat
rowing, that they encourage habits
Of betting, Boys and young men
have an eager interest in the success
of their favorites, and make what
they regard as harmless wagers,---
But in tho excitement Of the contest,
the blood warns the enthusiasm
rises, and the small ventures become
large ones. The habit once formed
is easily carried beyond safe limits.
The love of excitement is easily
transferred from baseball TO billiards
and cards and solf-eontrol once lost.
the ruin Of character and hope easily
follows. Many young mon have fall
len into habits Of gambling, from
what seemed a very innocent wager
at baseball. Many, who never
dreamed Of danger, have gone on,
step by step, till, grown desperate by
heavy losses, they have been guilty
Of poculati on or forgery.
The only assurance Of safety is to
hold back in the beginning. Let our
readers resolve never to mako wa
ger, and they will be safe from all
danger of gambling.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
ILLUMINATION HnrrI.

by q D. sTREETER, corner of Mineral and Second
ID strorts, Platteyille, Wis. Good stalng and at
touiiyo bostlars. sample rooms attached.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

pa Mrs. Stephen A. Douglas has
recently inherited considerable prop
erty.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

S~The Republican majority in
Kansas will exceed 10000 Kansas
has $1,000 people according to the
census.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
THE BANK OF BOSCOBEL
IL prepared 10 do general
BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS!

DIl and sell COIN and SILVER and Government Bond
- Discount Notrs receive Deposits and transact ali
business entrusted q It's Drafts and Lettor. ~
Creii furnished on Al the principal Banks aud Bank
ess ~ Europe ANA she Orient Agency for tile ALAN
ltSs or sttlNsnirs 20 and from Europe Through tick.
ats ffom
liverpool or Londonderry 60 Eoscolel. VIE. $50 IS
Antwerp, o. Is
Hamburg Amsterdam. Rotttndau" ~ 90
ChristAuA and StavanEer 10 OO
Ahpepl discount from tho above rates " M he N.
lowed whom family tickets are purchased
2l-iu q MgspApEN
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

EE The total number Of immi-
grants who have arrived in the Uni
ted States since 1920, is ,44l6l9.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
.TESsIG BROOI4S.

r. ENERAL COLLECTING AGENT and CONVEY.
y ANGER, bloomington, Wis Titles investigated ana
perfected. Collection promptly attended 70. Rotor.
'ucos given whom desired. 2l-23
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
j. X. SIN ECLoDE.

NOTARY PUBLIC, Claim Agent. aud gent for sew.
y eral 81 tho best IAfe and Fire Insurance Com.
panies IN the country. Also Licensed Auctioneer. All
business entrusted 10 him will be promptly attended
to, 1T Caasyilc, Wis 2l-i7
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

TTORNEYs and C0UNsELoEs AZ Law. Lancaster.
y Wis. Will practice in all State courts; Will levy
md sell lands pay taxes prosecute land patezts bonn.
h"s pensions and other claims against the Govt 22
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

RA-California returns an Indian
woman aged one hundred ana for'y
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

BAReER & cLEMEnTsoN

4 rTORNEY and COUNSELLOR at Law and Notary
y Public Patch Grove, Wis, All legal business
promptly attended 10. Collections made and loans
negotiated. Pill
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
BARBER AND HAIR DRESSER.

GEORGE ". NOTHROP, respectfully intEms the
" public generally that ho has opened Barber
Shop la Meyers building north OF the court house.
Shaving Shampooing and Hair Dressing attended 10,
Also Ladies' Switches, Curls, fril2es, SC made 20
order 2l-lJ
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
LANCASTFR HOUSE.

JlME WOODHOUsE, proprietor tsuocessor 70 Iar
, ger) bloomington, Wis. Rooms in good order, and
,lat atablug attached. 2l-30
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
DR. A. 4. BARBER
DIR, L. r. BRANCH,


PHYSICIAN and SURGEON. ONCE at his residence
one milo southeast of jamestown, Grant county
Wisconsin. 1880
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
HODGES & MoCARN.
BANKERS ana DEALERS IN eYCRANG
--L- - .---.--- --.--.--...---..

AND GOVERNMENT SECURITIES,
pltsrEFittE, Wmt1NsiN
Particular attention gveu Co Collections and FRO.
.rais promptly rfmltted on day OF payment
lfCter 80
Henry Clcws c.. n Y. !. Eisertou New York
sseond NatlBk. Chicago National pank OF Cllena
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
RYLAND q HOLLOWAY,
&c BANK ERs5 "a
And Dealers in Exchange.

INNNN0ITltl W IHVVFFINT
my and ssll Eastern Exchange. Gold AMI silver
ID and Government Bonds also draw Foreign
Eschaugc In &c Francs and Thaeis, GA Britain
frsu,c and Germany Also. particular attention gwen
t9 the payment 81 Taxes collections made and pro-
ceeis promptly rcmittcd Eoyenue stamps of all de-
nominations FOR ale. 2i-50
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

DENTAL nGg So.s 5e sSc @ag d "
sire my advice and 'rvice7, that cOnduc my dental
lab0rs 90 my office IN B0scobe RS-ARTIFtcfsL TEErH
inserted on any base desired Teeth filled with GOLD
% tML0AM and warranted DURABLE. By keeping post
Oh ia tho Dental Art, am we'll prepared 10 take dif
hcult cases. once over Ruka Brothers hardware
store. PLY DR.. f. COOMES.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06
DENTA |.

physician and SURGEON, Lancaster, Grant Co.
L Wis. May be found at his residence in south part
of tho village, near the Institute. 2l-22
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1870-12-06

WARDEN ANDERSON.
ATTORNEY and COUNSELOR at Law, jamestown.
\ Wis, win prosecute claims and make collec-
tians promptly. 1910