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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1871-12-15
COMMISSIONERS NOTICE.

"
We the subscribers being duly appointed by the
Hon Probate Court for the District Of Marlboro Com
ssionesto receive examine and adjust all claims and
demands of all persons against the Estate of JOSEPH
CLARK, late Of Brattleboro, in said District, de-
ceased, and also all claims exhibited in Offset there
to and six months from the 9th day Of November, A.
D. 1871 being allowed by said Court for that purpose,
we do hereby give notice that we will attend to the
duties of our said appointment at the Once OF GEO
HOWE, in said Brattleboro, on the second wednes-
day Of December and April next from O'Clock to
O'Clock, p. NJ, on each of said days.
3. NJ WAITE,
CHAS @. LAWRENCE, Commi ssoners.
40 d. 8, PRATT,
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1871-12-15
CTATE OF VERMONT. Marlboro. SIS.

CTATE OF VERMONT, Marlboro, SIS.
- BY the Probate Court for said District.
To all persons interested in the Estate Of JAMES
A. CHASE, late Of Bratleboro, in said District de-
ceased, Greeting.
You are hereby notified that this Court will decide
upon the application of C. N. DAVENPORT, Admir-
upon the Estate Of SUSAN CHASE, deceased. widow
Of said de ceased, for the assignment of Personal
Property from said Estate at the session thereof to be
held ut the Probate Office in Bratleboro, on the last
Saturday Of December A. D. 1871, when and where you
may be heard in the premises, II you see cause.
ASA REYES, Register
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1871-12-15
NEW DINING ROOMS
FOR LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.

TINE undersigned having leased of Crosby 4 Rice
l. their new Dining Rom on Elliot Street. hat
opener, and designs L eping, . hrtt-cl IS EATING
HOUSE. aud will at all times fu IN III the best o. every
thing in hts line.
Particular aten Ion will be given to the Oyster trade.
Shell, Native, aud Baltimore Oysters, constantly
hand.
Gentlemen and Ladies' from out OF town can Away.
be accommodated.
WARM MEALS or COLD LUNCH at short notice
share VI patronage is soil tied.
-. L. SPEAR.
Brattleboro, Nov. 81, ls7l,-tfls
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
Estate of TreWartIla.

CtTATE OF WISCONSIN, In Probate, Grant Couaty
- County Of Grant. court
Present, WIN. McGonigal, County Judge.
In the matter of the proof and Probate OF the last will
and testament of William t. ewsrtha, deceased.
Whereas, instrument in writing purporting to be
the last will and esame nj of VIM Trewartha, deceased,
late of the County of Grant, Wisconsin, has been
filed in this Office; and whereas, application has
been made by Peter Trewartna, praying that
the same be proven and admitted to Probate Td-
ing to the laws Of this state and that letters ties
mentary thereon be granted TO said petitioner.
1t is ordered that said application be heard before the
judge Of this court at the Probate Office in the village
OF Lancaster in said County, on Tuesday, the 10th
day o May, A. d. 1871, at o'clock in the afternoon
of said day.
And is further ordered that notice of said appli-
cation and hearing be given to all persons inter ested
by publishing copy of this order In the Grant Coun-
~ Herald, newspaper printed in Lancaster in said
county for three successive weeks in each week.
prior to said day Of hearing
By the Court. WIN NEG 0NIGAL, Co. Judge.
Dated April is, 1871. 47w3
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
STOCK FARM FOR SALE,

The undersigned offers for sale his farm ~ miles
below the village of Cassvle, in the town Of CAssvillr
Grant county. Wis. The above farm consists OF the
south half of section ~ town 3, range 8; is well wa
tered by several largo springs and brooks; zoo acres
of it under fence. aud so acres under cultivation;
young thrifty orchard OF $50 trees the prmises also
~ Young Nursey OF about 1900 young Zone and tws
year cld) started comfortable brick dwelling
aud piediy Of good on buildings on the place. The
building l. beaut full situated To command view Of
the Mississippi river and the Dubuque and Minnesota
Railroad for 5 miles up and down the river. THIS
is THE PLACE WHERE RAISED THOSE LARGE
WATERMEL0NS! The place is unsurpassed ia ant
county for a STOCK Farm / will sell the above pace
either with or without stock and Farm Implements
Terms--0ne- III rd of the purchase money down, the
balance on time to suit purchaser
JOHN II. c. SNECL0DE.
Dstod Cassylle Jnnuary ~ 1871 a5f
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

CLEANINGs FROM THE WITNESS
Hon. Hammer Robbins, is again as
healthy and vigorous as usual, and
able TO attend to his business.
The Normal School opened again
last Monday. There is a fair attend
ance.
When Prot. Allen returns from
the East, he will deliver lecture for
the benefit Of the library association.
During the month of March 40
car loads Of freight wore received at.
ana o. shipped from the Railway
Depot at Platteville.
The annual Spring Fair is to be
held April 18th and 18th.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

IN Dodgeville Iowa county April 5th, 1871, o.
chronic diarhea, JANIS IL. STEVENS, aged 20 years
and months
Deceased was a native Of England and emigrated to
Grant county, Wis., ten years ago In December, 1853
he enlisted As private in Co X 18th Reg. Wis Vol
from the town Of Clifton and served two years
case OF which he died. lie went into the army full Of
Vigor, strong and healthy aud bore all the hardshps
Of a soldier oheeriully with Shermans army
when he marched TO the sea- lie discharged after
the rebellion was put down. but different man his
active limbs aud rudy checks gone, never TO re-
turn he had not one DAVIS health after his discharge
from the army. Although IL was clear that he
entitled 60 pension he would not apply for it, but
worked for his living long he able 20 stand.
lie was brave, honest and patriotic. He leaves a wild
owed mother and several sisters and brothers to
mourn for him. Z. W.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

GrArE OF WISCONSIN, In Probate Grant Co. court
- Grant County. April Term. 1871.
In the matter of the Of Elisha sprague, decd
Whereas an instrument in writing puTporting to
be duly authenticated copy Of the last will and
of Elisha sprague late Of the city OF Dubuque
In the State Of Iowa. deceased has been filed in this
office and whereas, application has been made by
Chas. Hobos. praying that the same may be proven
aud admitted to Porbats according to the laws OF this
State Therefore,
1t is ordered that said application be heard before
the Judge this court at the Probate Office in Ian
caster, in said county Tuesday, the 10th day Of
May, 1871, at o'clock in the afternoon Of said
day
And it is further ordered. that notice of said app
cation and hearing be given TO all persons interested
by publishing a copy of this order in the Grant
County Herald" weekly newspaper printed at Lam
caster In said county for three weeks
each week, prior TO the time of such hearing
BY the Court, WIN. Mc0ONlGAL, Co. Judge
Dated Lancaster, April % 1871. 47w3
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
SummOnS-YOMng.

CtrATE OF WISCONSIN,, I Circuit Court In and for
- Grant County, Grant County.
In vacation of said Court viz April o. ls7I.-Sum-
mons for relief
Henry Tholl, plaintiff, Joseph Young, sometimes
known Joseph DeYoung,) defendant.
The State Of Wisconsin to the defendant here named
You are hereby summoned and required TO answer the
complaint in this action copy OF which IL herewith
served on you, and to serve copy of your answer
to said complaint the subscriber, his office
in the village Of Lancaster Grant county WiscOn-
sim within twenty days after the service here
Of exclusive of the day such service and you fail
to answer the said complaint within the time aforesaid
the plaintiff in this action will apply to the for
the relief demanded In the complaint.
W. 2. DEWEY, Plaintiffs Attorney,
Lancaster Wis.
Dated Lancaster, Wis April %, 1871. Awe
~ B-The summons and complaint In the above
entitled action duly nled in the Office of the
Clerk of the Circuit court for said Grant county
the 24th day sf April, 1871. W. DEWEY
PHI = Atty
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
FIRST CLASS FARM

FUk cALEi containing 20 HCItss
POS acres first quality prairie land and eighty
acres good timber; thereon first class dwelling
house, and finished in best OF style, containing
rooms and wash room, good cellar and cistern frame
barn 40x4S feet with underground stable buildings
beautifully located with fine shade trees and
roundings; well watered; school house on one cor
ner OF the farm. Said farm is situated on Bakes
Prairie miles from Bloomington and z from Bridge
port, station on the ST. Paul and Milwaukee Rail
road, aud miles from Glen HayeR--a steamboat
landing the Mississippi river
TkRMS half cash and balance on time at usual rate
ofinterest.
Immediate possession given. Any desiring a
first class home in Of the best sections Of the
West, should apply TO David james Ballantine Of
Bloomington George Lee, Prai RE du Chen Wis
Bloomington Wis, March rs, 1871. 43m3
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

Day- The following are officers for
the ensuing year ofthe Hazel Green
Industrial Society: President Il. X.
Gibson Vice President, II. Mayor !;
Secretary, IL. ID. York Treasurer,
I'd. O'Neill; Directors S. Lightcap,
J. +. Walsh, p. Shilliam, p. Mahar,
r. McBrien.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

SHAKEspEARE's BIRTHDAY. - 1t
"came off, again last Sunday,-came
off for the 307th time. And in many
parts of the civilized world, his crit
les fell to finding out anew whether
his father was butcher or farmer,
forgetting in their jealous pursuit of
useful knowledge, that Messrs. ]. NJ.
Grant 4 Son, of Bloomington. Wis,
now offer the best chance to save
money that has ever been proclaimed
to the trading public Of Grant County.
See announcement elsewhere.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

IMPROVED INSTRUMENTS Mr.. Geo.
Walker, of Lancaster, is general
agent for tho Prince, the Mason &
Hamlin, and the Chickering musical
instruments. He has receiy ed some
new organs and melodeons WHICH
good judges pronounce the best ever
offered in this country. Send for new
catalogues, containing prices, all
about the new styles, and other use
full matter. There is an increasing
demand for the Howe sewing ma
chine, which has also been much i'm
proved.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
FARM FOR SALE.

The west half Of the noeth-east quarter Of section
30 town g. is offered for sale Said land is situated on
the old Military road miles west of Mount Hope
65 acres under pillow, fine young orchard of about
$50 trees beginning TO bear small comfortable house;
good granary good spring of water large grove
protecting house and stock yard good school halt
mi distant. Also so acres of timber land halEmile
distant-the west half of the north quarter Of
Section 10, town o. range A. Any one wishing small
farm would do well to examine this place before look
ing further ALFRED BRUNS0N.
Mount Hope, February 10, 1871. 29-31tS2tf
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
FARM & MILL PROPERTY
For. Sac
For Sale.

The subscriber having suffered great loss ia the
burning OF his wooden mill. in Millgle Wis and be-
ing unable 70 build without running in debt will sell
az slsa. sacrhce ms farm aud Diill property. The
in diameter feet In width, and will run two sets OF
machines The water never fails and the dam never
breaks This wheel, race and dam cost and arc worth
$1,000
The farm consists Of 800 acres of land under fence
80 acres under the plow 70 aers meadow, plenty OF
timber for fence and fuel dwelling house new 10 by
"a feet. two story. with wing l6 by 20 H. a good
cellar 10 by So IT finished inside and good cis
tern and pump; horse stable and granary "a bearing
orchard
grist MILL saw mill, church and school house with
in half a mile. This good chance for two three
men who wish to engage in the wooden factory bust
ness "A good stand for custom work and a chance TO
make money Remember il will be sold cheap.
JOSEPH H0RSFALL.
Myille, June 2 1870. Itf
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

LEATHER LITRRATURE.-In another
column we publish something from
tho pen Of Tracy e. Son, of PIatteville.
1t is very interesting production,
treating as it does ofthe largest and
best stock Of boots and shoes that
can be found 10 the whole county.
Their prices are very low, and their
terms "cash or produce
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

To TEACHERS On Monday and
Tuesday, May % and %, a supple
mentary examination will be held at
Lancaster, for the benefit of those
who were unable to attend the reg
ular examinations.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
FARM FOR SALE.

offer for sale my farm of 200 acres, lying in the
town of Little Grant, on the Bridgeport road. about
10 m les from Lancaster and from the village OF Mt.
Hope. OF thi, farm about 60 acres under plow,
are in rich meadow, yielding from 20 to 80 tons Of
good hay yearly good spring Is on the land, and an
abr ndanCe Of timber.
Terms-one half cash, and half at the expiration of
three or years For further particulars apply to
the undersigned GEO. ARBUTHNOT.
Little Grant March 1871 22-40m*
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
FARM FOR SALE.

farm Of 100 acres so under cultivation,
good frame barn ard underground stable log house;
young orchard just beginning to bear good meadow;
timber Sufficient for the farm; two mills near by,
and il situated in Crawford county, Wis, six miles
northwest OF the thriving village of Boscobel and
miles no nth Of Woodman, known the Kinney Farm.
Terms-one third cash and the balance On time to
suit purchaser. Price, 81 290. Enquire OF L. j
Wooey, BoscObel. HODGINS ROBSON,
Feb. 25 1871. 39m2 WinOna, Mimi.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
Nj AR II ED

At ST Clements Church, Lancaster, April -, 1871,
by Rev T Hoduett Mr. James Carmody, OF Lam
caster, and Miss Mary Fahy OF Waterloo.
In Hazel Green, April 10. 1871, by Rev. A. w Cum
ming, Mr. Joseph 1easdsll, of Elk Grove, and Miss
Hannah Ward, Of Vinegar Hill, Ill.
In Hazel Green, April 9th 1871, by Rev A. W. Cum
ming Mr. NJ Teboice of Galena, Ill., and Miss Jane Il.
Dodgson, Of New Dggings, Ill.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

CALF LOST. Mrs. NJ. Mahood Of
this village has lost dark-red yeare
ling heiier calf with a partly whit
face. Persons knowing anything of
its whereabout will greatly oblige
the lady by letting her know at once.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

TRANsPLANTED.-A few days ago
Mr.. W. p. Dewey transplanted a
number of very large evergreens,
which are, We are pleased to note,
looking as fresh and vigorous as
though they had never been disturb
ed. They were taken from the lot
adjoining the premises Of Mr.. Vande
Wall, and moved to the grounds
west Of Mr.. Dewey's residence.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

CHICAGO, April 24th.-Flour un-
changed Wheat dull and weak at
l25. Corn quiet and weak at SIC.
Oats quiet at 47c. Rye nominal at
SIC. Barley inactive and firmer.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

Coon PIcTUREs.-The people Of
Cassvile and its vicinity may be
pleased to learn that Mr. f 0 Lacy,
tho skilful Photographic artist will be
in that town on the Goth ofthis month,
and remain 20 days, to make all the
new styles OF photographs, of many
sizes, etc, etc. He also produces a
very beautiful tintype at the low
price Of 81 90 per dozen.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

MEYER BROTHERS These gentle
men offer the Herald readers some
thing new this week. They adver-
tise goods of every description, from
figured and plain piques at 20 cts.
per yard, to choice line Of staple
dry goods. They advertise literally,
which indicates that they are not
afraid to let the public examine their
stock, and proves that their wares are
all right, and will stand inspection.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
FAR M AND S T O r E
For Sale

The undersigned offers for sale his farm OF 255 acres
situated ia the town Of @ EN- Haven, within mites
OF the village all under fence 200 under cuiti-
walton and IS of good young timber tive story
brick house, large frame barn, and supplied with
water with wind mill pump--al in good condition
Price $4h per acre. will sell for half cash and the
balance 10 suit purchaser. Possession given in three
weeks from sale
l will also sell my Store Room and Stock in trade
consisting of General Assortment of Mere handise sit
uated on Front street near the steamboat landing in
the village of Glen Haven. Call at my store.
JOSEPH VERY.
Clan Haven February 18th 1871. Suns
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

HaA.It is stated that one hundred
and seventy. eight obituaries Of DR..
Livingstone, the African explorer,
have already been published. The
Doctor likes to read them.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

EF-A young lady Of considerable
experience at teaching wants a Sum
mer school. Apply to or address,
County Treas, Lancaster.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

$50. The Rev. James Sims viii!
preach at Hurricane Corners on the
60 the Both inst, at p p. NJ.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

sA~Thc Spring Tenn Of the Lam
easter Public Schools opened ycster-
day
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
STOCK 81 DAIRY FARM
FOR SALE.

The subscriber will sell his stock farm, situated six
mil IS north of the village Of Lancaster and six miles
southwest of Fennimore Centre, consisting of All
acres-sixty acres Of which is timber, the balance
pillow land, meadow and PASTURE with stream OF
water running through the center. Thereon large
frame house with good cellar large frame barn with
underground stable also spring house. Good school
near by and excellent neighborhood Price, $50 per
acre. DANIEL PhOUDFIT.
Iancaster April 10. 1870. 46tf
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

Squash SEEDS We again take
occasion to call the attention of our
readers to the advertisement of Mr..
Wright, Of Potosi in another part of
this paper The seeds he has for
sale are perfectly good, and those
who do not get some very soon will
have to wait another year, for his
supply is nearly exhausted.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

s,ay- Ey ergreens may be transplant
ed until the 20th Of may
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

A DEFIcIENCY.-A COW belonging
TO Mr.. Israel Miles, of Mt Hope re-
Gently dropped a calf that had no
tail, and whose back bone lacked
about four inches of it's proper longi-
tude OF this unfortunate compound
Of animated veal, it would surely not
bo correct to say, Thereby hangs
tail"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

sas Spring showers arc frequent.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25

A man in Michigan extirpates
snakes by biting off their heads.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
BUSINESS ROOMS
Fo " S q TES

Alfred Green's very desirable business house and
lot In the village of Bloomington, offered for sale
situated between Wheeler Wilson and Browns
stores Having permanently located IN Missouri, the
owner will sell these premises cheap on easy terms
Enquire f. MtcomD bloomington, Wis. Zou
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
ST. JOHNS COLLEGE
Prairie du Chen, Wis.

TINS INSTITUTION, conducted by the CHRISTIAN
BROTHERS, opened February 9th, 1871.
Besides the usual English course, Scientific. Literary
and Commercial, the la TIN and GERMA " languages
will receive special attention. The utmost will
be given TO the Religious and Intellectual training If
pupils and efforts spared TO secare the most salts
factory results.
The religion taught 10 the Roman Catholic but
pupils Of other denominations will be received with
out having their religious persuasions interfered with
The Brother Director expects and earnestly desires
all who feel interest in the Education Of Youth to
visit the school, Visitors will he cordially received at
any time.
TERMS-For Boarders.
Board Tuition and Washing ,................ $50 90
Books and stationery at current prices
Students should be provided with sufficient Cloth
ing and Toilet Articles.
For particulars, address
BE0. BENEDICT, Director.
REV. A K0KE, Pastor.
REV. p. M ABBL0N, Pastor.
APPREHENSION Rev. NJ Hsiss, Bishop
of Lacrosse; Rev b Lennehan. McGregor Iowa;
Rev A McMsnus, Harpers Ferry, Iowa; Hon NJ
Seley, Prairie du CHEN. Wis Hon John Lawler, Pr.
du Chen Wis ; Hon 8 Clark Prairie du Chen ;
II Reitemayer, Esq, Prairie du Chen II Schneider;
Esq, Prairie du Chen Healey, Esq, Lansing Iowa,
George Bass, Esq, McGregor, Iowa; oBrien ESQ
McGregor, Iowa. 4Om3
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
Local Matters:
ELECTION NOTICE.

sea. Village election next Monday
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
ASMORGAN CHIEF. IR.

fsired by Eastman's Old Morgan Chief, is now
owned by shasr Wells and may be found at his stable
Lancaster, Or ant county, Wis. 42w3~
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1871-04-25
BOSCOBEL MARKET.
CORRECTED EVERY TUESDAY MORNING Br ". B. PHILLIPS
el. Tuesday April IS, 1871.
POTOSI MARKET.

HArcrrD rvkRI rur.DAr MORNING. 81 C KArrEssAcu.
New-York tribune., 1871-04-01
AN INDUSTRIOUS BURGLAR.

d Officer Dyer recognized one of two men
whom he saw, early yesterday, carrying trunk in
BIoome-st.. Ludlow, as thief whom he had ar
rested time go, but whom judgment had been
suspended after conviction. On seeing the officer the
men dropped the trunk and fed. Dyer pursued and
arrested one Of them-Tugo Petzel, alias Pesch-and
took him and the trunk to the Edrdges Police Station.
The trunk contained musical instruments and clothing
value s250-and had been stolen, together with other
articles from No 100 East Iouston-s on Thursday night
In the prisoners apartment NO. III LuoW-st, Tie OIL
found the following property:
quantity Of fitting materials stolen from The shop Of PeteI
No HOuon clock Of the proceeds Of
burglary the residence Of Henry keh at No 81 Orsst some
smah No. 9oi Allen and quantity OF nscea
articles lppoed he the proceeds Of bugans
prisoner is held to await Identification BY those he
has robbed.