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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

DIED.--We should have mentioned last week
only that We preferred not to dampen the h Iii
day eujoyment- OF our readers by SO narrowing
an announce ruent, the demise of the Ottawa
StEeSD.dyt. We confess the event did not take
US by surprise. Alter the despcable part the
concern was made to play in the last November
siderable space beyond tha. time would have
been fiat contradiction Of every known princ-
pie Of Newspaper vitality. The Office, We under.
stand, is soon to be sold under mortgage upon
it held by the Chicago Type Foundry. We are
be any attempt made TO revive il.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Rare Books FOR SAL~-The subscriber has
4 large collection Of very re books which no
would be glad TO sell at prices far less than tho
cost. Among them arc two Hebrew bibles, one
with and one without the points, Hebrew
grammar, Lexicon and Glossary, Greek lexicon
and several Of the G,cok Cassics, together with
Septuagint of the Ola Te.nnent Latin Die
tionary, several of tao CAsscs, and the Vulgats
of great antiquity, now nearly three hundred
year. old, in state OF perfect preservation This
is an invaluable work to an antiquarian. French
works, Masillon, Bordalou, BUussuet, with others
who wrote in tho golden ago Of Ffanch litera-
ture. Also the sermons Of Saurin, the writings
of Mlrc DaubiGnc, together with a multitude of
lesser works. The large dictionary of Landais
cost aoue fifteen dollars. lie has also Spanish
and German works, together with most of tue
standard works on t. 'lory. His reasons for
Offering these rare works for sale are simply
want of time to perus, aud study them, and his
straightened circumstances in peouniary point
of view. 9. I. CLARKE,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

DROPPED IN.-Geo Ii. Marslan6, Esq, local
our sanctum the other day with the light Of his
countenance. George shows good keeping, and
seems to be tourishing. We are not favored by
an exchange with the Union, so that we are una
BILE to speak of the quality of his work, but as
local editor, for short time of the Ottawa
R,pujIican, George was a success, bOing both
painstaking and sprightly.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

BRUTAL ArTACK.-Mr. Contractor Young, Of
the o., o. Il f. Il. V. Il. r., and Mr.. Flller, his
clerk, were brutally assailed last Saturday morn
ing, near Prescott's hat tore by couple Of
roughs, " no seemed TO have no other motive tor
it than pure ousseIr oss. Bong sober, which
their assailants were not. they soon heat them
off, and went about their business The roughs
were subsequently arrested, taken before Police
Magistrate Graham and fined $2j each
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

LOOK OUT FOB BARGAINs.--Mr. Gridley will
make his annual pilgrimage East, to buy goods
for this market in M.rch next. and from the
large quantities of goods we now have on hand,
we are reminded that to make room for our spring
purchases, we must and will run down our stock
of goods on hand, and for this purpose we will
offer special inducements to persons wanting to
buv. We have full liue ane well assorted stock
of DRY GOODS the largest stock of CARPETS
in Ottawa; Chicago custom-made warranted
BOOTS and SHOES CROCKERY Of all kinds,
and in the way Of GROCERIES we have fitted
up our Columbus front, and can show full stock
of fancy or staple groceries
Pre.uming that the farmers Of this and adjoin
ing counties will want to find where they can
get the most goods for dollar, We invite them tc
call and examine our stock.
GRIDLET, BRISTOL q PERKINS.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

J. D. M0RGAN, Nattinger'3 corner dealer in
fancy and staple Dry Goods, carpets, oil cloths,
etc, groceries, crockery, clothing, boots, shoes
hats, caps. In announcing to my friends and
customers that, after sixteen years Of active bus
mess life in Ottawa / am again in the field
ready for trade at the old business stand, Nat.
fingers corner, and wide awake for trade.
intend 20 all honorable means to secure your
favors permanently. Being a working man, and
anbitious, shall always be on the alert, using
my utmost .kill in making good purchases, aud
to present throughout the season a stock of un-
equaled quality and style.
y. B. will sell you good yard wide beaohed
muslin at 10, u ,, - aud Is cents Unbleached
muslins at 10, lsia, IA and 10 cents Best Cal
icos at 10 and 12i cents. Delaines at Is, Is
aud 20 cents All wool f.nnels at IS, 30 and
50 cents. j. ID. MORGAN,
Nattingsr's Corner, Ottawa, Ill
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

POCKET PICAING.-We hear of several cases
indicating that Ottawa is infested with cheodliers
dindustrae, and that they were particularly busy
at the fire on Wednesday evening. Mr. John
Walker, the blacksmith on Clinton street, had
hir pocket picked of "a wallet containing $54 and
some change, besides note or two Alderman
Chas Clifford was robbed of pocket book con.
tanning some $lS in money, u note for $500, and
some orders for money; and others were robbed
OF gloves, pocket knives, sc. .at e..
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

1000 yards of fine yard wide sheeting at 70 I.
o;s, worth II cents.
4 large lot of fine, good, wide, bleachsd sheet.
ing at Il cen.s, worth 20 cents.
100 dozen all linen huck towels at 10 cents,
worth 2J cents.
All wool aud aaion A.nnels at 25 c,s., worth
10 cents.
Great reduction in prices Of dress goods, good
stylos. New dress goods at % and 80 cents per
Merinos and Empress cloths, at Scott, Hout z
& Co.'S
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

BUTTONS New DIHING HALL, in the Armour
Block, north side of Main street, was opened to
the public on Thursday, and is having good
run. Indeed, Mr. B. pleases his customer. 50
well, that the success of his enterprise seems
already fully assured. His prices are 3j cent.
for full meal. For oysters he charges as FOL-
lows: Raw, so cts; stewed, 81 cts; fried 40
cts. lie is also selling oysters by the and
can.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

COUNTY CoUEr.-Osr new county Judge,
Hon. G. H. Gilman, opened his first court on
Monday, with docket Of 20i common law and
81 chaucery cases. The ermino seems to rest
easily on his shoulders, and the promise thus far
is that he will make an efficient and popular Of
fiGer Mr.. Mead drops easily and n.,~r.ly into
the duties Of clerk, being well s5hoo,el by hi.
former experience in the Office,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

BUSINESS CHASGE-With the 1st Of January
the Flick Brother. retired from the City Meat
Market, on the corner of La Sale and Madison
streets, having sold out to Elon Weaver 81 Co.
While the ne~ firm start off splendidly, it is but
inst to the retiring firm to say that the City
M'rket Was never more popular than under their
III mag ement and that the new firm will do well
ii they succeed in maintaining its high teputA-
tion.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

No. 20--This does not mean the size Of the
boot, but indicates the No. of the store on La
Sale street, west side of the Court House, where
Joe Megaffin continues to DEFY all competition in
the sale Of boots shoes, and whatever else may be
needed to promote health and comfort in the
way of foot gear. You will always save money
by purchasing of Joseph.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08
(onyocatiON.

A conyocation of the chapter Of the Eastern
Deanery of the diocese of Illinois will be held at
Christ Church, Ottawa commencing on Wednes.
day next and continuing over Sunday. On
Thursday afternoon the subject fer discussion
will be "0ur Sunday Schools and the best mode
Of conducting them. Several able olergymcu
from abroad will be in attendance
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

NEW FIRM.-Tho painting establishments Of
Il, Morrison Il l.. Hossack huvo besn sonsol.dat-
cd undsr the firm name Of Hossack & Morrison.
AS Mr. Hossack has long been known as one OF
the best grainers in the west. and Mr.. Morrison
has few equals anywhere as sign painter, tho
new firm !. clearly destined 70 be strong one.
See their advertisement in another column.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

SLIGHTLY EXAGGERATED.-rhe dispatch in
tho Chicago Times on Tuesday about "serious
riot" in Ottawa had no other Foundation than a
bit of fight on Monday between two or three
railroaders IL front of Mr. Mahony's grocery
store. The belligerents were hauled no and
fined from 81 to S. each.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08
what it may.

The man that was seen perambalating the
streets of Ottawa on Monday in search of the
best pair of boots in town at the lowest possible
price finally hauled up at Child Il Bros, where
he found the pair that suited him to u dot.
Since New Year, Child & Bro have marked down
their stock another peg to clean it ont for the
spring business
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

No CASING, but honest, stubborn fact, that
John Stout is now selling goods, to clean out
his winter stock, at prices that would have been
considered low in gold times before the war. In
fact. his shelves must be cleared, be the sacrifice
what it NAV
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08
gCIIts.

hLEx V.UGHEY, 8-q, " authorized agent Seneca,
Ill., tpr,crlye pay r old subscriptions 20 ,he Free
Trader and contract or fob printing &c All orders
through him receive prompt attention.
J. Il. MoSrd pnsRY rsq, our suiho tied Agcntat Leland.
IN this colnt receipt oT subscriptions 70 the Free lra
der, advertising Sc
VI. O. DJN."HH. Esq, aud g. W, CrHAlss autho.
rlZed agents 20 receipt Tor subscriptions the FRYR Ira,
nsg for advertisements &C. the OF strestor IL
this county.
in this county receipt for subscriptions to and advertise,
ment lle trrs Trader.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

CITY BAHK.-While we note the fact with un-
feigned regret that Mr. w. H. Bullen has resi- .u-
ed hi. position as cashier of the National City
Bank Of Ottawa, and moved to Chicago, 1t gives
us pleasure to note, also, that his place is taken
obliging and thorough gentleman as l.. H..
f. mes E-1
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

NW. B. Powell, for more than seven years super-
iutendent CT the public schools Of Peru, and
one Of tho best educators in the state, has ac-
cspsed a call from Aurora to fill n similar posi-.
ton in that city His latc pupils presented him
a valuable gold chain at the close Of the term.
Prof. Thompson, Of Lacon, is his successor,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

There is gross mi ustice done the Undiue En-
zine Company of this city by the dispatch in the
Chicago Tines of Thursday about the fire in this
city on Wednesday evening. Tho dispatch
leaves the inference that the Niagara Eugine
WAS first on the ground and did all the WORK in
not only putting cut the main fire, but saving
odioining buildings. The Niagara claims no
such honor. She did her duty, aud did the
Undine, full up. Both are entitled to all and
equal praise.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Damask linen pocket handkerchefs for cts;
fine merno hose, worth 80 cts, at 10 cts; dress
goods at same reduction, and all other goods in
proportion, at Scott, Houtz & Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

VALUABLE PREsESTs--The citizens of La
Sale have been making each other some "yery
valuable" Christmas and New Year presents,
among whi)h are the following:
Mr. Telbar. presented Ir Ni,hcor with Sc.
of leather sleeve buttons, which cost IS 900.
Mr.. Murphy was presented with a"wash.bill, y
which didn't cost $1,000.
Mr. Jones presented Mr.. Smith with a pair OF
"boots,' which cost 50 five dollars and costs be-
fore Squire Forristal.
Mr.. Scott presented "The Man About Town
with whisky-bill," which cost several severe
headaches
Commodore O'Halloran presented Adjutant
Stevens with package Of provisions which
came very near costing the Adjutant his life
but, thanks to the "good quality Of DR.. Cline'-
medicine" the Adjutant recovered, and is nov
doing well.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

OYSTER SUFFER- IN FARM RIpGE.-The ladies
of ST. Andrew Episcopal Church, Farm Ridge
will give an oyster supper at the residence of
Hiram Jackson, Wednesday evening, January
l2, 1870 All are invited
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

n fine assortment of slipper patterns and
thread lace collars, together with new and elo-
giant stock of jewelry, ladies and gents hosiery
OF all kinds six pairs ladies' hose, all wool, for
for 81 at the New Dollar Store, SO Madison st.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08
Tax Receipts.

Tax Collectors Receipts four sizes, well print
ed and on good paper, at
OSMAN 4 HAnEMAN'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

DlAHA LuHsE Nu-.: Meets eve.g lhGgsG.y evening".
Les>iTg Lodge so So German Lodse) meets evcry We'll
BLOCK.
Dsa:htcS o., Eahacol: Meet On tic AIS, Tuesday eve.
ming oi .tch MN.
ora vSc,MraENr ~. So. Meets tae second and
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

A CHANaE-At Nelson Cards, Mr.. Dunhsm
retires, and Mr.. WIN. O'Nsil becomes liquidist
A clever and polite young man 10 "Billy," and
right faithfully will he attend:to the requirements
Of Mr.. Cards many customers. -f OK. s.. t
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

IHANKs--Thc member. of Undine Engine
Company No. , desire TO return their thanks to
Andrew Lynch for the donation of twenty. five
dollars also to other parties for similar favor.
Respectfully yours,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Meet dr.. lhurday u month, Dr !. Psuls build
lLs. Donation. hu-, insects and pelTacoAs solicited
:. Paul, President. W. " Cakins. Secretary.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

The best and cheapest stock Of Blank Books
in Ottawa may be found at Osman n Hapcman's.
West of the Cour. House Square.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Gold Pens, Pencils, Pocket Cutlery, Pocket
Books. Diaries for 1870, Memorandum Books,
Pass books, &c, at Usman IL Hapemans.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Subscriptions for all the principa! papers ant
periodicals in the United States taken by Osma,
Il Hapeman.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08
q, 4. L.,

Hssp QCARrpR- 8 4. r. ottawa lls, April & lSSS-Gen.
ers Orders No itthc EHCAmpment viii hereafter
Bile on M)atI. evening week instead OF Wednesday
evening, IS heretofore. By order Of Post Commander
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

a NOVELTY The Eugene Scarf and Hand
kerohiet Tie, Just received at the Clothing Bazaar.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

All The late miscellaneous books. magazines
and daiiies It Osman & Hapeman's, west Of
Court Uon.,.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

CIlAs. METzGAR, Foreman.
THOs. L. BROWN, Secretary.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

DR.. Walker, of Chicago, is at the Park House
TODAY
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Old newspapers, neither torn or mutilsted, for
sale III the FREE TEADER OFFICE.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

PIANO FOR SALE.--A first class piano for sale
very cheap Inquire at this office.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

AT a regular meeting OF Ottawa Eucampment
No. 38, I. o. o. F.. the following officers were
duly elected for the coming term: ...
c. G. Shredder, C. p
n S Campbell. Ii. z.
b. L. Bole, S. w. .s....r
j. f. Cooley, j. W.
b. Morrison, Scribe
j. G. Stone, Treas
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

Great reduction in the prices of Cloa kings.
Cloaks, shawls, Blankets, &c, &c., ct Scott, Houtz
& Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08
LOCAL MATTERS
CITY DIRECTORY
Chicago. Rool, island * Pacific Railroad,

Commencing November .'i, and until further notice.
-A..a i.st here 40 follows:
FHihH EAST. I"
Night kpur-.. ....... .'- N,-h' FNrrr.. -. 1f7 N
Accommodate $50 Day Express daily. 2:Oi Ps
DAY EApg-, Iaus .t-ya Accommodation. 80. sol pm
oia"t, Nof. 81, l.'. r. TAEESER, Agent.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

full line OF Diaries for 1870 ., Osman h Hape-
mans, weSt % Noart House.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1870-01-08

FIsKE, STRICKLAND & WING.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-01
TERRIBLE DISASTER.
LOSS BY COLLISION OF THE UNITED STATE
STEAMER ONEIDA, WITH 100 LIVES.

LOSS BY COLLISION OF THE UNITED STATES
STEAMER ONEIDA, WITH 100 LIVES.
WASHINGTON, Feb 2s.-1he State Department has
just received dispatch from Minister Motley at
London, stating that the British steamer Bombay
came into collision with the United States steamer
Oneida near Yokohama. The latter went down. Ii
is reported 100 lives were lost. The Navy Depart
ment has no particulars
The following is q corrected list OF the officers OF
the Oneida as il appears on the books of the Navy
Department corrected from the last Naval Register
Commander Edward p Williams; LieutenantComi
manders, VIM. +. stuart and Alonzo w. Mulduar sur
geOn, James Luddard Assistant Surgeon, EDWARD
Tullock ir; Masters-walter Sargent. John r. Pheand
Isaac j. Yates. Chas. b. Arnold First Assistant Eng
Hayiiand Barlow Second Assistant Engineers John
Torrance aud Charles w. c. senter Ensign, Cowie;
nshed; Paymasters Clerk, VIM. c. Thomas.
The Oneida was third-rate vessel carrying eight
guns. The following is a copy of the dispatch re-
ceved by the Secretary Of States
iovnoS, Tuesday, Feb. 2s, 1870.
Secretary FISH, state DcpGrtno,t Washington: A..
The following telegram has just been received from the
managing directors OF the FensuiaF ana OilehlaI Sled
Navigation Company:
About fifteen miles from Yokohama, bOund in the
Bombay came into collision with the American corvette
oneida. The latter sunk soon after. with the loss OF
about 100 men. The Bombay was not much injured"
Yokohama from Hong Kong on the oath Of January
MOTLEY"
1t is stated at the Navy Department that the
British steamer Bombay is large mail steamship,
and could easily sink the Oneida by striking her
amidships. The Oneida was considered one of the
best soops-of-war i'll the navy, and her commander
OF the most experienced and trustworthy officers
She had been ordered TO San Francisco and it is the
opinion of the naval officials that she had just left
Yokohama for that place when she was run into by
the British mail steamer on her way into the bay
She may have been anchored III the bay, and struck
during a fog or at night.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-01
ANOTHER TERRIBLE DISASTER.
EXPLOSION OF BOILER AT SCRANTON, PENN
SERIOUS LOSS OF LIFE.

SERIOUS LOSS OF LIFE.
SCRANTON, Pa. Feb. 2S.-The boiler of heat
ing furnace No at the railroad iron rolling mill OF the
Laekawanna Iron and Coal Company of this city
ploded about 500 this afternoon. portion of the roof
with all its heavy mbers shafng, &c, 75x95 feet,
blown into the air and fell with tremendous crash
The noise Of the explosion shook half the city, Twenty
or 80 men were buried In the ruins.
The portion OF the roof carried away 95 feet by 100
feet in dimensions. The escaping steam filed that part
OF the mill for half hour before the work OF getting
the people could be commenced The following were
taken out dead: John sweeny, boy; Peter A. Hartman
Martin H. Welsh, James Connolly Patrick Moran, John
Dowd, Nike Cannon, - lilly, son Of Hugh Hily. An
other man. Timothy Smith, after beng assisted home by
two men. died, aaking in all hne dead.
The following were more or less injured: Lewis Will
liams John Engle, Charles Hartman son Of Peter, who
was killed. Patrick Kelly, Teddy Ternay this man was
locked in the ruins nearly hour, suffering much from
steam, and is dangerously njured Christian Werth, j.
Jones' W. Kane, - McNearney, - Marvin, Mathew
Snow, Philip weiche Thomas Rafferty,, James Hanley,
Emanuel Osland, william Cosett, Philip MeAndrews.
The extent OF the damage cannot yet be ascerancd
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1870-03-01
TIE DARIEN EXPEDITION.
THE BEGINNING OF THE EXPLORATION UNDER
TAKEN by THE UNITED STATES-CAPI
SELFRIDGE'S PLANS.
tupo,, or,p otrx ropppopoOnucT1

SELFRIDGES PLANS.
IRON OUR own CORRESPONDENT
PANAMA, Feb. 1S.-The great event of the
past two has been the arrival Aspinwa of the
L. s. Npsc, of the Darien surveying expedition,
on the 9th inst Commander sefridge came to Panama
on the day following the Npscs arrival, with the object
OF arranging with President Correoso Of this State the
various details in the shape Of premnaries and the
ident furnished him with the requisite communications to
the several authorities OF the departments districts
through which he will have 10 pass. Capt. seridge
Turned 10 Aspinwa on the 18th ins and after eectiDg
some trllng repairs required by the Npsc, she
ion the G6ard in Caledonia Bay. The United
States steamer Nyack has been ordered up IRON
10 take part In the expedition and Immediately after her
arrival here she is to proceed to the Gun OF san Miguel
and be employed In exploring the important rivers
savanna and Lara until Joined by the pioneer party
from the Nipsc the Atlantic side, Immediately upon
his arrival at CALEDONIA Bay, Capt. selfrdge VIII
at send out two three distinct parties 70 STRIKE
separate paths in the woods with the oeGt OF reaeh
their several different routes. sort OF road Will be cut
through the woods and underground and necessary
ships and the explorers and keep the latter supplied with
proyis Capt seliridge viii also nave sheds OF
ranches erected every few miles OF the several routes
taken 10 serve for shelter and the deposit OF provisions
n necessary When central point OF the isthnus Is
reached central camp or rendezvous wiz DC iofme1;
directions 10 explore, and report upon the nature VI
70 tIe construction of the canal The 100 miles VI
Telegraph WIRE which the expedition IL provided win,
Will he used 10 Keep up continuous connluh.a'oh NC
tween The several parties aud headquarters Capt Sci
fridge does not anticipate much trouble nom
~ Indians having engaged several natives
PROGRESSING experience OF their habits ana Language.
who have assured HIM that niue OF 10 ieais neeu pc
entertaIned of hostile demonstrations. Should thoy,
however prove inclined TO be FESTIVE he can command
a power Of fully $50 men, wen armed Win p,eeoh'
dable against ten times that number OF indians,
with their bows and arrows and occasional rusty
I'D old firearms 10 matter OF great regret
that the expedition could not have commenced operations
months earlier With full advantage OF the dfy season,
which can only De depended upon during inc months
Of January February March, and Aprl. CAPT. keirdge
H. however confident shat much can De acoolpllsneu