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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
Death of the irst Settler of W alter
town, MIR. Timothy Johnson.

Again the painful duty devolves upon us
of chronicling the death of another early
settler of Watertown, this time the first
white man who settled where the city OF
Wate1town now stands-Mr. Timothy John
son. Mr. Johnson died in the Hospital for
the Insane, az Madison, on Sunday morning
last, in the 18th year OF his age. In the
m onth of June 1886 Mr.. johnson came up
Rock River in a canoe, to the spot where
Watertown now stands. Finding the, To-
cation favorable, he builr the first house
here ever erected by white man, near the
site of the present residence of AIR. A. w
Carlin, in the Sd ward After a residence
here Of about 20 years, during which time
he lived to soc the spot, where bat few
snort years before the Indians reig ned SUI
town. be again engaged in the life OF a pio-
neer in the st. Crolx region of this state.
Here he remained nearly four years, but he
finally returned to this city, and for several
years resided with his daughters, Mrs. J.
A. Chadwick. and Mrs. P. V Brown !;
until by reason of his demen-
ted physical and mental condition.
it was necessary to place him in the
Hospital for the Insane at Madison. His
mind remained impaired up to the time of
his death, but his health was generally
good, aud he appeared to enjoy life under
the kind treatment he met with. he re-
ceired paralytic stroke which WAS the i'm
mediate cause Of his death.
Mr.. johnson was born in Middletown
Conn, June 18th, 1892. He early emigra-
ted to Rochester, N. Y, where he married.
From Rochester be moved TO N edna, Ohio,
from whence he came west. Mr.. Johnson
was possessed of all the strong and marked
characteristics of the pioneer! Fearless,
independent and honest, The outwardly,
perhaps, to some, did not always show the
warm, tender heart that beat within him,
Before his late affection Mr.. Johnson WAS
possessed of more than an ordinary mind
much given to research, and he was able to
express his ideas very aptly IN his own pecu
liar way.
The old pioneer goes down to bis grave
full OF years, and the places which knew
him will know him no more, but the memo
nv of the first settler of Watertown will ever
remain or cen in the minds of our people.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
FLOR the Republican. ]
DISCONTENT.
By ELLA WHEELER.

said in the tender spring time,
When the flowers had bloomed awhile,
am weary of ofthis mild beauty,
And long for the summers smile.
Ihe glorious passionate summer,
All glowing with feryent heat,
When the winds came up from the southland
And the days are long, and sweet.
The summer slept on the hillside;
The south wind walled, AID sighed,
The robins song grew drowsy,
And the roses bl oomed, and sighed.
Ard then thought OF til, An'u at
And longed for the dreamy days,
When the trees should don their purple,
And The hill-tops hide in haze.
The Autumn came, in her grandeur,
The grass grew gold, aud brown,
And splendor lay en- the forest,
And the leaves came drifting down.
And then longed fer the winter,
The winter cold, and pale,
And my restless heart grew weary,
And the autumn charms grew stale.
And now in the heart of Winter,
sigh for the spring again,
And think in wild impotence
Of the flowers On hill, and plain;
And yet, ere the spring has vanished,
My heart will tire, I know,
And the jewel. Content, sigh for,
Will never be mine, below
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

A SUPPOSED HORSE THIEF AR.
REsTED.-Frorn the Waukesha Plaindealer we
learn that ''In December, 1869, Mr.. Clemens,
of Oconomowoc, had valuable horse sto-
LEI, but never received any trace of it till a
few weeks since, be found him in Mime
sofa in the possession of a man by the name
of Smith, who claimed that he had owned
the horse for years. He came back and got
a requistion from the Governor on the Gov
ernor of Minnesota, for Smith. Deputy
Sheriff Wllsey, of Oconomewoc, was sent
for Smith, and succeeded in getting both
him and the horse, but before he got star
ted home the horse was replevied. He
brought home the prisoner, and Sheriff Ora
ham yesterday took him to Oconomowoc
for examination" Sheriff Giles informs us
that the man Smith charged with this
crime 8 n former resident of the town of
Pennington in this county.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

), lis not tor man to trifle, life is brief,
Our age is but the falling of leaf,
We have no time to sport away the hours,
All must be earnest in world like ours
Not many lives but one have we.
How sacred should that one be-"
And still how many fritter away their
lives. unable to fill any useful purpose, be-
cause some lingering disease units them for
it, and they neglect or refuse to use the
remedies within their reach. God in his
wonderful arrangement of nature hiss pro-
yided an antidote for all the ills that human
flesh is heir to, and by the aid of science
the medicinal virtues of certain herbs, roots
and barks have been combined and the re-
suit is now known ali over the civilized
world as MIStiLER'S HERB BITTERS. 1t
thoroughly pur6es the blood, invigorates
the nervous hbers, elevates the standard of
all The vital forces. aud sustains a most
healihful tone of the entire hnman organi-
zation' Sold by all druggists and dealers.
DR.. s. b. Hartman g. Co., Proprietc:s, Ian
caster. Pa.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
Special Notices.

What Did It Lyon' Kathairou made
my hair soft, luxuriant and th lex, and Ha-
gan's Magnolia Balm changed that sallow
complexion into the marble beauty you now
see. This is emphatically the language of
all who use these articles. A fine head of
hair and refined complexion are the great
est attractions r woman can possess. The
Kathairon and Magnolia Balm are just what
viii give them to you-and nothing else
will. The Balm is the bloom of youth 1t
makes lady of thirty appear but twenty.
Both articles are entirely harmless, and
very pleasant, They should be in every
ladys possession
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

The Richards Grove School House
bore tragic appearance one morning last
week, when it was discovered by parties
that one of the windows had been broken
in, and Oh the floor was large clot of
blood, and small pocket book containing a
couple of railroad ticke.s lying close by.
Whether some weary traveller searching for
rest in getting into the building through
the window, cut himself with the glass, which
accounts for the blood, or some foul deed
was committed, is yet a matter of conjecture.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
A SINGULAR LAwsUIT.-The Con

A SINGULAR LAWsUIT.-The Com
mon Council Of Dubuque, Iowa, have in
structed the City Attorney 10 begin suit
against the resident holders of 5000, 90
worth ofcity bonds, which were purchased
of ". K. Jesup, of New York, at twent y-hve
cents on the dollar, to compel their surren-
der at the price paid for them, and ten
per cent. interest. The city authorities as
sert that the understanding at the time of
the purchase was thai the bonds were
bought for the benefit of the city. Thirty
eight ofthe wealthiest and most prominent
business men of Dubuque are dsfsndents in
the suit.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
FROM MADISON.

MADISON, January 30th, 1871.
There was nothing of very great impor-
lance done in the Legislature last week,
excepting, perhaps. the appointment of a
Committee for re-districting the State into
Senate and Assembly districts, consisting
of ssven Senators, and twelve Members of
Assembly. The Committee has before it
difficult and perplexing job. and it will
probably be some time before it can make a
report.
A resolution introduced by Col. Thorn,
to have the committee on State affairs visit
and re-examine tie location for the addi-
tional institution for the insane, and report
thereon, which was made the special order
for the 23d inst, was taken up and after
quite lengthy debate was lost by vote
of forty for tie same, to forty seven against
it.
Among the bills introduced that are of
local interest to your part of the State are
the following BY Mr. Hall, ITO author
structoo to apportion school moneys to the
city of Waterfowl on account of The 9Th
and 9Th wards of said CITY," and one It o
extend the tune for the collection of taxes
in the city of WATERFOWL; y also, bill by
Mr. Ball, Ito authorize School District No
g. in the town OF Sullivan, county of Jeffer-
son. to borrow certain SUM of money"
Mr. Hail. the Member of the Assembly
from your district, who ranks very high
here as an able legislator, made speech on
behalf of the members OF the Bar of Jeffer-
son county, in the Supreme Court, on the
18th inst, expressive of their grief at he
loss of Judge Paine. did not have the
pleasure OF listening to it, but from those
that did, learn that 1t was very fine
one.
The reception at the residence of Cover
ernor FairchIld last Tuesday, WAS very
largely attended by Members of the Legis
l.ture and citizens The Governor and his
accomplished lady received their guests IL
their usual KIND and hosp able manner
which made those who attended feel pc,
fectly at ONE. G.. E. VS.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

MASQUERADE BALL. A Grand
Masquerade Ball is advertised to come off at
Music Hall, Feb, 4th 1871. Now that
Paris has capitulated and such noted per-
sonages as Bismark. Louis Napoleon, Moltke
and Gambetta are somewhat relieved of
active duty, they will find it convenient to
be present to receive the congratulations of
another column.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

INCREASE OF PENsIoNs-It may
may Interest ali disabled soldiers and sailors
and the widows and children of deceased
soldiers and sailors, residing in this city
aad vicinity to know that a bill has passed
The Senate. increasing all pensions 20 per
cent, for Ave years, from March 4th, 1871.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

TIE PRIZE CONCERT The com
NIT tee of arrangements fer the Turner prize
concert have decided to offer only money
will be far more satisfactory to the ticket
holders. When the full and detailed ar
rangements for this grand gift enterprise are
completed they will be announced in our
columns.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
THE FOURTH LEcTuRE.--Prof. J

The Fourth LEcTURE.--Prof. j
D. Butler, of Madison; delivered the fourth
lecture of the course, at Turner Hall, on
last Wednesday Evening, subject, "What
saw on Three Continents" Although con.
tanning much that was interesting and in
structive, yet the lecture was rather too ram.
bling and incoherent in its character, and
the Professor hardly did himself justice or
the occasion.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

The following is the money order
statement Of the Watertown Post Office for
money orders issued, 81; amount, 1888 sc
No. of money orders paid, %; amount,
$5s5.3o. Total number of money orders
issued to date, $3.50.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

DONATION. - A donation for the
benefit of Rev. G S Hubs, the able and
popular pastor of the NJ E. Church will take
place at Turner Hall, an Wednesday eve
ming, February 9Th, 1871. A general in
vitation is extended to all.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
MISCELL A NE0US.
HENRY WEAVER.

CARPENTER AND JOINER. All kinds
~ of carpenter work done on the shortest
notice and at reasonable terms. Also doors,
sash aud blinds made to or Ter old blinds
repaired AMI painted, and in fact all kinds
OF Jobbing done in prompt and work
man.like manner. Sh- p-corner ct ely
Enan and 4th streets, WATERFOWL.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

MISS ANGIE KING. who was not sue
cessful some two or three years ago in get
ting to be postmisiress at GAINESVILLE, has
been appointed Treasurer of the Chicago
Lyceum Association.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

FILLED.-The extensive Ice house
Of atom / Brother, is now filled with a
fine, clear and sol stock of ice. The
quality of this ice lis far superior to any
that has been obtained here for a number OF
years. There is no dagger of the stock of
ice giving out next season, as there is pack
ed away for sumner use, the large amount
of $4,000 tons.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
NEW LUMBER YARD.

JUST opened at Watertown by ]. and A..
a C. 6trceter & Co., xest of the river, 2
blocks south of Linden House, opposite G.
B. Lewis Sash and Blind Factory. Where
thsy will soil all kinds of lumber, Lath and
shiagles, at very low prices.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

The Fourth Annual Nee ing Of the
y eolen Manufactures Association of tie
West aud South will be held at the Ire
mont House, Chicago, on Wednesday,, the
9Th day OF February, 1871.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

CIRCUIT Court The next term Of
the Circuit Court for jefferson County, will
be held at the villsge Of Jefferson, common
cling on Monday, Ecb. 9Th.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

Austin Meg rail. an old and eccen-
trio re sidept Of the 7th ward, was found
dead by the stove in his house one morning
last week He was at work as usual the
day previous.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
PERsoNAL.-Davis, of the Kilbourn

PERsoNAL.-Davis, of the Kilbourn
City Mirror, called upon us during our abb
sence at Mi waukee on Saturday last
Hope to see you next time, Mr.. Davis.
Rev. J. ". Boyd, late rector IF Trinity
Parish, Davenport Iowa, preached at St.
Paul's Episcopal Church, on Sunday last.
Rev. Mr.. Boyd will conduct the services a.
is called
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

- SEE the notice in another column of
Grand Masquerade bali to come off at
Turner Hall, on Saturday evening, Februa-
ry 18th.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

The few late furries of snow have
materially improved the sleighiug, and the
getting about on runners is now tolerably
good. 81
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

The bill to incorporate the Water
town Boot and Shoe Manufacturing Asso-
citation, has passed the Assembly.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
JE w ELEH s.
AUGUST WIGGENHORN,

AUUUOI WIOVEN HO1tN,
MEWELER, has recently opened Jew
n elry Etore in Johnson's block, corner
Main and lst street, where he wilt keep
constantly on hand large stock of
Watches, Clocks, Jewelry, Silver and Pla-
tad Ware, sc. Particular attention palo
10 repairing Watches, Clocks, Jewery,
kc and warranted to give satisfaction.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
Chicago & Northwestern. .
Home Matters.

Look out for counterfeit 20s on the
City National Bank, New York.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
WIN. L. NORRIS

WIN. L. NORRIS,
INSURANCE AGENT. Indemnity against
4 loss by Fire and Death. So, so. 600 rep
resented
INSURANCE Co. OF NoRrR AMERICA
Capital and Surplus, ...-............S2,oo 600, Ooc
CRY FIRE OF Hartford
Capital and Surplus ...... ...".... 500, 900
NATIONAL LIFE Iss. Co. OF THE q S.
WASHINGTON, D. C.
Capital, ............... ............. 1000, ooo
Policies issued in the above companies
On the most favorable terms. Office over
ske Post office.
Waterfowl, Wis, Dee. LIST, 1859.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

ENLARGEMENr--T brewery Of
Mr.. August Fuerman is receiving large
addition In the form OF a mammoth build.
ing which is intended for beer cellar, ice
house and fermenting room.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
RARBE RS.
GRITZNER RRQ

yTASHIONABLE Barber and Hair Ores
u ser in the Middle of Main street
Bridge, Watertown, Wis. The best of Hair
Dye used, warranted to hold color for eight
weeks.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
THE CELEa"-.T.- a...ulN wATcH.)
AS Premiums for Clubs for the
Weekly Post

weekly SoSL-
For clubs of 200 aud $500, we give a
.od watch, plice so.
For 100 subscribers and $40, We give a
gold watch price 5 80.
For 1870 subscribers and $225, we give "a
gold watch: price s. IS.
For 1874 subscribers and 1901, we give a
gold watch, price 500 M f
For 100 subscribers and $50 wa give a
silver watch, price SIS.
For 80 subscribers and 500, we give a
silver watch, price $50. 49, *
For s. subscribers and $78, we give sill
yer watch, price S45.
For 40 subscribers and $50, We give g
silver watch, price S3o. q
The papers need not all go to one post
Office. The names need not all be sent at
one time, but mast be m aIked "for watch
premium" The watches are Of Elgn man
nfacture, equal to any in the world.
The Posi- is now the recognized leading
Republican paper of the west, and should be
read by ali who claim to be true Republi-
ans, or have the least interest in the con-
'ipuence of that great party.
Ser.d for a full list of prizes ana prem :
inns.
POST PRINTING co,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
JAMES MANHATTAN.

|" of Lumber Wagons,
1N1 Open and Covered Buggies, Sleighs
and Cutters. Custom work promptly at
tended to, and executed ia a workmanlike
Ranaer.
chop on Third Street. one block south
Of Main, Waterfowl, Wis. 4iyl
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
DIED..


Near Franklin Hal, Plumas Co., Calitor
mia, Jan. llth 1871. BENJAMIN coz
NISH, formerly of Dodge Co, Wisconsin
and native of Rutland Co. Vermont, ageG
about SO years
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

Corrected Weekly by Rack Bros.
Commission Merchants, Main Stree
WATERFOWL
TuEsnAY Ian. 30 1871
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
aeHs HKYxAxE, GEORGE McMILLR,
+. HEYMANN & co.

IMPORTERS and desl1s in Foreign and
4 Domestic Wines and Liquors, and also
nan ufacturers of choice Cigars.
The purtst California Wines and Bran
eies constantly GA hand.
Waterfowl, Aug. 8, 1870.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

Mr. E. W. Skinner Of Madison, years
ago resident here, sad one OF the old Chroni
Gle boys, is about removing into Dek ota
Territory.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
G MASQUERADE. -Anothe

SKATING MASQUERADE Another
of those pleasant an iuvigoratiug amuse-
ments, in the form of a masquerade, at tie
skating park, is announced for Thursday
Evening of this week, if the weather is
favorable. There will be doubtless q large
number of pleasure seekers in attendance
eys worth of fun aud frolie.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

A CANING.-Hon. h. w. Keyes,
the popular Post Master at Madison, was
caned week or so ago. The cane was vo-
ted to him at the Annual Fair of ST. RAJ
phaels Catholic Church, and was splendid
gold headed affair. The cane brought the
enormous sum of s543, realizing to the
church large amount.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
STRAW & MURPHY

PLANTERS and Dealers in Wall Paper,
= Window Shades, Paints, Oils, Varnish,
Glass, Putty, Brushes. &c. One door west
Of Wisconsin National Bank, WATERFOWL.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
s s GREEN

NTATERTOWE Marble Works. Mr..
w Green is Manufacturer of and Dealer
a all kinda of Marble Monuments, Head.
Stones, Aantel ieces &C., also Cut Stone
TOR Pailding Purposes. Shop on First ST.,
ens Block south of Main street, WATERFOWL
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
N. HUMPHREYS,

N@E< Livery and Boarding Stable,
S0 First streek, Watertowu, Wis.
Horses and Carriages always on hand for
she Accommodation of the Public
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
EYE AND EAR.

From the Missouri Republican March g. 1860
e have examined various testimonial
n the form OF letters, extracts from, foreign,
and and home journals, and certificates
cure from persons OF wide reputation, whicl
have been shown US by DR.. J.. B. Walker
and they give strong testimony in favor OF
The Doctors skill in treating diseases OF
the Eye and Ear DR.. W. has held an ap-
pointment in one of the largest London
Hospitals, and is in every respect literally
educated man, and his references are of the
highest character.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

T.. II. SLEEPER 81. HAMLIN.
"TATERTOWN Lumber Yard. Lumber
w OF every description Lath and
Shingles constantly on hand and for sale at
the Lowest Market Paiee at the Milwaukee
Depot Fatcrtown, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
LUMBER YARDS
o. K. COE

O. K. COE,
DRALER in Lumber, Shingle and Lath,
H. corner Of Clyman and Fourth Streetc,
WAtsrtown, Wis
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
PRICES-A Fair Oaer


II the Merchants in your place will not
furnish, or send for the Machines, send us
the retail prize, Washer $l4 Extra Wringsr
50, and we will forward either or both ma.
chiLes, free of freight, to places where no
one is selling; and 30 sure are we they will
be liked, that we agree to refund the money
II any one wishes to return the machines
tree offreieht, after months trial, accord
ing to directions.
No husband, father or brother should pey.
INIT the drudgery of washing with the hands.
hfty-t days in the year, when it can be
done better, more expeditously, with less
labor, and no injury to the garments, by d
Doty Clothes Wash,r, and Universal
Wringer.
Sold by dealers generally, to whom lhs-
raj discounts are made.
R. G. BROWNING, Gen. Agent,
80 Cortlanet ST. New York.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
THE WEEKLY POST

THE WEEKLY POST,
is large forty columa newspaper, eminent
ly fitted for country circulation. It's inn
mense success is the best evidence OF its
popularity. We furnish all tie leading
magazines at club prices with our Weekly,
and give thu following cash commi IS ion +:
Any person who will act as our agent, and
procure MS two or more subscribers for the
daily, at $40 year, can retail 0 per cent,
commission, and 20 per cent. for three or
more subscribers to the weekly, at $3.50 "a
year each. We also give
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01

MYRON B. WILLIAMS,
A TTORNEY, Counsellor and Solicitor,
"A Cor. of Main and I'd Streets, Water.
town, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
THE DAILY EVENING POST

is live, reliable, spicy, thirty column
paper, second to none inIthe Union, furnish.
ed by mail, or by ne 1sdealers, at $40 per
year The SATURDAY PosT has been re
Gently enlarged to forty columns, and con-
tains many choice literary selections, II
addition to its .lany other attractions.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
gnsinsss 2ireftssg.
LAW Y e r. 8.
ENOS. j. HALL,

8, r.es DANIEL HALL.
At,ornsys and Counsellors at Law and
anheitors in Chancery. Office over the
First National Bank, WATERFOWL, Wis. 9
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1871-02-01
The Leading Republican
Newspaper.
OF THO NORTH WEST,
The
Chicago Evening Post,

The best paper in the West, presents its
claims for pubic patronage more confident
ly than ever before having won a unani-
nous verdict of appreciation from the read
ing public We desire to let the paper
stand or fall on its merits, and therefore
otfera specimen copy, free. Of charge, to all
Who will send for it.