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New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30
ssWrOng Decision.,,

"Giles ScrOggins" had been admitted to
the bar to plead and practice law only
short while when he got his second case,
which was defending poor wretch charged
with murder.
1t was in the rural districts of Alabama.
and of course he expected to gain much
fame through this case in the country
roundabout, by managing the case dexter
Ously and getting his client acquitted.
Giles studied the case hard day and night
It was matter of life or death, and fame
or continued obscurity. Popular opinion
ran high against the accused, and that
made the young attorney the more Jealous.
At last court came on and the case came
up for trial. The evidence was little con
flicting, but the guilt of accused seemed to
be clear unless legal technicalities were to
intervene. Giles worked hard, made big
speech, but all to no purpose.
The Judge charged the jury, and they re-
turned the awful verdict of guilty"
Giles protested, and used all his endeavors
to have an appeal, Communication or pardon
granted, but all to no avail.
The criminal was condemned to be hung,
and the time was near at hand when be was
to launch off, when a revival meeting broke
out in the settlement. Giles went out to
preaching one night to the church not far
from the Jail where the criminal was con
fined. The mere citation of this wretehed
mans case by the ministers and exhorters
had the effect of changing the convictions
Of many.
The preacher took his text from the
twenty-fourth and twenty fifth verses of the
eleventh chapter of Hebrews, and was ex-
patiating on Moses choosing to suffer Attic
ton with the children of God rather than
to be the child of Pharaoh,s daughter and
enjoy sin for a season, conveying the idea
that one must choose either good or bad;
that every man has turning point in life,
at which time depends on his choice his
future destiny.
"Look at the fellons in the cells said
the preacher, 'look at that miserable Grim
NAL in yon jail, who will soon march forth
to the altar of God from the scaffold of
gallows. He was once his mothers pride,
with bright prospects for immortality, but
when it came to the turning point he made
the wrong decision"
At this iuncture Giles sprang from his seat
and vehemently shouted, 'NO, sir! know
something about that case; it was that in
fernal jury that made the wrong decisiOn.''
This sudden denouement shook the pill
lars" of the church, and many were the
spectacles that were leveled at Giles for
abrupt interruption:
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30
The Butler Writ-What Mr.. Hunneweli
Says.


Says.
Mr.. Hunnewell sends the New York San
the following letter:
viii you do me the justice of giving this
notice in your valuable paper as a duty
which owe Mr.. Tilden and the counsel as
ISOLATED with him in the cause 0f Tilden
against Butlerl
The substance Of Buffers evidence refer
ring to conversations he had with me relat-
ing to the Nassau and her seizure from me
is as false as a peTjured man can make
it. l never had any conversation with
Butler on the thirteenth of September, az
he falsely swOre, nor at any time until
was owner of the Nassau and she duly en-
tered on the books of the CustomhOuse in
my name; and no other conversations ex-
cept those l gave in evidence ever did take
place between General Butler and myself.
/ offered my vessel to the government for
$50, even $40 per day. What cause or rea-
son was there for her seizure by Butler
Her sequel is the best evidence / can offer.
The government paid over $66,000 for her
charter, at rates varying from $500 to 5000 per
day, and $4,000 for her when she was lost
to s. P. Griffin and A. j. Butler. am told
it was a common saying in his own town
that any one who would believe B. +. But
Ter under oath was not entitled to credit.
Truth crushed to earth will rise again,
and time only is required to prove this
maxim. Mr.. Weigels connection in this
case as a witness was obtained without my
knowledge and during my absence, and /
never saw him until / saw him on the
stand.
General Butler never informed me that a
survey had been made, but peremptoriIy
told me he would take her, and pay his
own price for her. B. f. Butler was part
ner Of A. j. Butler, and statements were
rendered him every month, which / will
prove; and then for him to say that he did
not know that A. j. Butler was interested
in the Nassau until he heard it on the
stand is too thin.
GEORGE HUNNEWELL.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30

AM
In form and feature, face and lfui
grew so like my brother, "a
That folks got taking me for him,
And each for one another. M
IL puzzled all our kith and kin.
It reached fearful pitch; u
kor one Of US was born q twin,
and not soul knew which!
one day to make the matter worse,
BEFORE our names were fixed,
AS We were being watched bv nurse
We got completely mixed;
ana thus, you see. by fate's decree,
Ut rather nurses whim,
MY brother John got christened me.
And got ehristened himl
This fatal likeness even doreed
Ny footsteps when at school:
And was always getting logged.
For John turned out a fool.
l put this question fruitlessly
To every one knew,
What would you do if you were me,
To prove that you were your
Our close resemblance turned the tide
Ofmy domestic life,
For, somehow, my intended bFide
Became my brothers wife.
In fact year after year, the same
Absurd mistakes went on,
And when died, the neighbors
Came and buried brother John.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30
A Seductive Rat Trnp.

A man in Pennsylvania has invented rat
trap that is made to operate upon the selfish
passions of poor rat, and lure him into tr0u-
Bile. The Mecka,aic and Farmer, in a de-
scription of the trap, says that mirror is
set In the back part of the device, beyond
the bait, and as his ratship is out on a for
aging expedition he espies the bait, and at
the same time believes his own image in the
mirror to be another rat making for it on
the opposite side. This is too much for rat
nature to stand, and be cool over, so be
r1lsbes for the halt
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30
The Next President and His Daughter,

The Next President and His Daughter
This is a special to the st. Louis Repu5
Rcan:
NEW YORK, June 23.-Having received
the personal congratulations of a majority
of those attending the Fifth Avenue Hotel
conference, Mr.. Greeley yesterday repaired
to Chappaqua, accompanied by a party of
about thirty, including his daughter Ida,
and several journalists Mr.. Greeley de-
clined to converse about Fridays Free
Trade nominations, but sent for what he
calls his " Cincinnati AK" Armed with this
favorable implement, the Thermometer
standing at ninety-fve in the shade, he cut
down four large naples, and trimmed off
the branches. A repast followed, at which
Miss Ida Greeley presided. The Herald
says that in view of the probability of her
becoming, next year, the lady of the White
House, she is entitled to description. She is
a young lady of eighteen, of medium height,
handsome, with dark eyes, shapely features
and the fine complexion of her father. Her
manners are afable and cordial, in CONVEX
sation ready and sprightly, and, from the
manner in which she presided at the table,
it is evident her domestic accomplishments
are thorough. Greeley's political companions
we're terrified yesterday to see the next
President hopping about from limb to limb,
fifteen feet from the ground, but their pro-
tests were useless, and Mr.. Greeley finished
his weekly constitutional, looking the fresh
est and healthiest of the whole party.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30
NELLTE GRANT.

The reply is equally refreshing, and be-
trays a spirit which does more honor to the
British Queen than multitudes of other ac-
tiOns for which her subjects have loudly
applauded her:
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1872-06-30

"Giles Scroggins" had been admitted to
the bar to plead and practice law only
short while when he got his second case,
which was defending poor wretch charged
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
Ayoca Items.

Parr and Underwood, of Avoca, have
consolidated the two lumber yards into
one, and are now doing business under
the firm nane Of Parr & Underwood.
They propose doing business on large
scale, and will do all they can to please
their customers. This is no doubt the
heaviest humber firm in the county.
John Gallagher, Of the above named
place, met with quite serious accident on
Thursday evening, the 3lst of October.
It appears that while he was crossing the
railroad track, he was caught by the cow
catcher and violently thrown against the
engine, bruising his face and head in a
fearful manner. The train was stopped,
and the man was taken up for dead but
by the timely assistance of Dr.. Lindsay,
who was Immediately called, the unfortu-
nate man began slowly to recover, and at
present he is doing finely.
On the same night, Charles Swineheart,
son Of Samuel Swineheart, had his hand
badly smashed, one finger being entirely
cut off. He was in the act of coupling the
cars when the accident happened.
For the above items we are indebted to
P. @. Underwood, who called in to see us
on Tues day last.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

say Nearly three months ago Captain
Whitman, of this place, started from Black
Earth with car load of horses for New
York State. Some time in October last
the Captain wrote to bis brother joel 10
meet him at Mineral Point at certain
time. He accordingly sent in team Tor
him, but he did not make his appea rance.
The citizens of this place are somewhat
alarmed about him, and not without rea-
son, as he has not been heard from since
he wrote to his brother. His oddities and
peculiarities, which he is known to have,
have somewhat quieted the fears OF his
friends. If be is alive and well, he richly
deserves good horse-whipping, for he
has caused much anxiety and trouble
among his friends.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
Building Paper.
J. 4. Lawrence & Co.'S
Patent Fire and Damp Proof
AIun1inous Paper Board.

The best known substitute for plaster
ing 1t is equally good for sheathing OR
plastering, and has not the offensive odor
of tarred or resin board
1t is a perfect non conductor of heat
and cold. 1t will save its cost in fuel in a
short time. Wall paper will adhere to it
without discoloration, or peeling off, as no
greasy substance is used in its preparation.
1t will not increase your insurance, be-
cause il is not saturated with any inham-
mable substance. Rats or mice will not
touch it, owing to chemicals used in its
preparation.
1t is affected neither by heat, cold, frost
or dampness. 1t makes house cooler in
summer and warmer in winter.
This article can be used equally as
we'll in winter as in summer. II any of'my
customers wish will send samples where
ever and whenever desired.
For sale by PHILIP LAWRENCE,
39tf Mineral Point, Wis.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

say- Rather funny scene occurred in
one Of the corn fields in the town Of High
land, last week AS the parties were in
nocently husking corn, fine looking,
rather tgcshy, dalnsel, came into the field
and apparently fell in love, at first sight,
with one Nels Nelson. Though he pro-
tested, and wanted time TO think, yet she
showed no mercy but hurried the unfor-
turate young man off to the nearest JUS
tice Of the Peace. We suppose it is all
made right by this time.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

rw~ Well we have had the privilege Of
hearing the great Spiritual lecturer, Mrs.
L. II. Perkins, the celebrated trance and
test medium, who has been astonishing
the natives of this place during the past
week We went prepared to take notes
and report, but we were utterly quelched
in that undertaking, from the fact that our
mind was altogether to Opaque to UNDER
stand any thing the speaker said. Many
were the high sounding words she used,
such as Webster never dreamt of, and can
not be found in any dictionary IN this
world Her sentences were unconnected
and disjoin;ed, a perfect gymnastic of
words
We were utterly unable to form the
remotest idea of what the speaker was
trying to prove, or what she was even
talking about
At the close of her discourse she sang =
song of her own composing, which was,
as near as we could make out, as follows.
SoLo.-Och est, corpus, meum, by
gah au, thar thomb, fayar, ia ba mt siah.
Chorus Slam bang Oh me slo XII nav
wayet, sc.
We left that meeting in partially dazed
state from which we have hardly recover
ed yet.
The test performances the night fol-
low ing were more satisfactory, as there
was considerable fun. The medium, after
speaking, went around among the audience
selecting her subjects endeavoured to tell
what they had been, and what they were,
and what they would be,
Some of the characters she hit very close
and correct, others she was very wide of
the mark as, for instance, she said that
j. r. Davis, was money making man,
and that he had succeeded well, and that
in fifteen months from date he would
lose 81 800, in the case of Mr.. DANES
Letcher. she said he had fought hard for
the crown, he had Lad the cross but = q
had got rid of that and had procured
the crown, and was now an independent
man. John Roberts was very very tired
man. VIM. Robinson of Moscow, was a
thoroughbred Democrat, and Joseph
Pearce was regular Van Buren,. At the
close, the medium turned to US and offered
her hand We took it, of course, Git
wus icy cold.) She said young man, re-
member when you get home to speak the
truth. l know you can if you have a
a mind to, but speak the truth" We
promised.
We take it as great honor and distinc-
ton to shake hands with thelady knowing
that we were the only gentlemen, except
Mr.. Samuel Clegg, that she deigned to
| offer tins compliment:
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

NoTIcR. ALI those knowing themse Ives
indebted, either by note or book account,
to Sampson Bics, are requested to call and
settle the same on or before the 1st OF
January, 1873. All accounts left stand
ing at that time will be placed in the hands
of collector, and will be collected forth
with, as I am closing my business in this
place.
I have few frst-cass wagons on hand
which | will dispose Of Gerry cheap for cash,
or on reasonable terms. loft
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

s@A We have always been led to sup
pose that Dodgeville and Mineral Poin,
had the fastest horses and the prettiest
girls of any places in the country, but our
late visit to Spring Green showed that we
had been grossly miscod, in regard to
horses at least, for, according 70 several
witnesses, they have a horse that will &c
his twenty miles an hour the day through
We tried to get that horse, but were told
our pile would not buy him.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

Soy During one of the beautiful moon
light evenings Of last week, "our Devil,
as usual, was swinging on the gate, and il
one of his rapturous moments composed
and sang the following verses, which W.
found snugly laid away in the "he!l-box:'
dreamt I was a Goldfish;
| dreamt was whale;
| dreamt was Thomas cat,
And had big long tail.
dreamt | was hedgehog,
A calf and kangaroo
But when [ dreamt was mule,
Thinks | my dream is true.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

sG-One of the old line Democrats OF
this village asked new soft-shell Liberal
the following question:
D." Well, what will you do now
come with US p
L-"Who do you mean by US p"
D.-"Why, the Democratic party, Of
course"
D." 1t strikes me there is no Demo
cratic party"
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

berthe Grant county Witness says the
safe in the County Treasurer office in Ian
caster was broken open by some burglars
last Wednesday night, Only about $50
were in the safe, and this is all the thieves
got for their trouble. They entered
FIRST the Catholic and Episcopal Churches
and obtained the candles by the light o.
which the work was done. They got
ohisels, files etc., from the blacksmith
shops of Pollock and Budd, The prin-
cipal loss was the safe which cost the coun
| ty about $3.50.
The burglars were evidently the same
who broke into Thomas & Co.'s safe II
Dodgeville.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

ggA While passing through Jennieton
the other day, we observed several new
buildings, and other improvements were
being made. Among the most prominent
is large new house built by Mr.. Evers
that adds much to thcsooks of the place;and
a well built large school-house, 32x22 feel
with IL feet ceiling, in which school viii
commence on Monday, the 18th inst. The
little village of Jennieton can boast of
having better school-house than Dodge
vile,
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
sy-The following are the officers t

sly The following are the officers the
people of Iowa county have chosen to
serve them during the next two years:
VIM. Sanis, Sheriff; Charles Gilman,
Treasurer, Bsnj. Evans, Register of Deeds
Orvile Strong, Clerk of the Board; Chris.
Kessler, Clerk of Court; Richard Read,
District Attorney ; A. w. Comfort, Coun-
ty Surveyor; J. Hutchinson, Coroner;
VIM. E, Rowe, Member of Assembly from
the Northern District and VIM. Robin
son, Member of Assembly from the South
ern District.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
Neac Advertisements

NTRARED-M ARE-From me the I'M
Ndersgned, living in section 81, township ., range
ks3 in the town Of Dodeyille; on or about the let
day of Octorber IsT2 dark bay threey ear-old mare
black name and tail. stands high, VIII be a large
mare grizzly place on the forehead, has bunch
on her face. Anyone giving information leading to
the recovery of the mare will be suitably rewarded.
How'd GEORGE BUNTING.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
JAMES FADE
MASONIC.
7. 0. 0. F.

sNaDGEVILL LODGE, No. lat, meets in Odd Fell
} lows Hall. first building south Of Court House,
very Saturday at * o'clock. Members visiting 'He
"'"s' "'e THOMAS JOHNS, n. G.
EpMuxD EDYvEAN, Secretary
= DIVA ENCAMpMENT, No. 81, I. O. o. # meets in
4 odd Fellows Hall. first building south OF TAG
Iourt House exery2d and 18th Tuesday evening ofeaeh
month. I'D LIZ" 10, ~ -
re OWENS, Scribe.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
Wooden Goods ! p!

Jones & Owens are offering nice line
of clothes, casimeres, waterproof, duck
ing, &C., at very low figures, they have
also full line of fannels, which they
had bought before che advance in wooden
goods. OFT
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

Try The official returns show that Wis
consin has gone Republican by $4,000 ma
jority, and that the United States is 6o0,-
600 Republican majority, Greeley -receiv-
ing only seven States.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

sg- Thomas L. Roberts has moved his
boot and shoe business into the building
occupied by Henry Jones. This is great
improvement, as the stand is much better
adapted for business than the fo: mer one.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
Hats & Caps.

Jones & Owens has very large stock
of hats and caps, consequently that is
good place to find anything in that line.
call and examine their stock, opposite the
Court House. off
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
r q. nRG. Z.

nLUFE LODGE, n 30, meets at Good Tempiars
Is HALL on the farE # VIM. X. Farsgher, every
Tuesday evening. at o'clock. Members visiting the
neighborhood are invited to attend
BENJAMIN EDWARDS, W. g. t.
R. JAMEs, W. Il. s.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

ey- One of our citizens says that Adam
Euberg is making more money and doing
a better business than any other man in
this village.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
I. q. @. e.

EUREKA LODGE NO l03, meets at the Good
"a Tempar's Hall, opposite the Masonic Hail. every
Monday evening at 7 o'clock,
Members visiting the village are invited to attend
WI. HBNDY, w. O. I.
EDMUSD EDYvEAN, W Rs
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
7. 0. of G.. T.

a MICITIA LODGE, NO. 4s, meets at Good lem,
S+rsats svarv Monday evening at X o'clock. Mem
hsrs visiting the village are invited to attend
'''' THOMAS ARTHUR, W. 6 T.saa
J. H THOMAS, w. Z. s.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

sa For fine quality of all kinds of
groceries, go to VIM. Teasdale, of Mineral
Point. New and extensive stocks are corr
stantly arriving.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

aGeThe returns show that the amend
ment to the constitution, increasing the
nun Der of Supreme Court Judges, is de-
feated.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15
AVOCA MARKET.
Lumber.

sheathing. IA co. Common boards l! 90 Joint
and scantling II to 16 feet IL 90 do ~ to iess
flooring, dressed, common so UU do "a 90 W do
clear 10 90 siding, dressed, clear II inch % 90; do
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

n@pThe second snow storm occurred
on Wednesday. Several sleighs and cut
ters were to be seen on our streets.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

ICY Now that the elections are nicely
over, politicians, Of all grades, are getting
ready to attend to business again: ~
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

H-The horse disease has appeared IN
Elgin, Freeport, Milwaukee and Dubuque,
and is rapidly making its way westward.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

ew Remember, that VIM. Sands keeps
constantly on hand large stock of the
Richardson boots and shoes. When you
go to Mineral Point, call and see him.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

10y See notice of collection in our bus
mess column. Mr.. Bice means all he says
as he is closing out business in this place.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

Rg A general conference of Jews is be-
ing held in Brussels. The object OF the
gathering is not at present known.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

gy~ We have met the enemy and they
are ours, both body and soul.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

CsTRAYED OR STOLEN.-From the
=, subscriber, in the village of Dodgeville, May
~ 21st, 1872 large brown mare; years old,
long body high rump, low neck, name on the left
side full breast, broad forehead, common traveller
singular motion on the hind feet, shoes all around
small white spot the back. stands about Is hands
giving information of he whereabouts, will esuit-
ably rewarded. 3tf A. b. ROBINSON.
Dodgeville chronicle. [volume] (Dodgeville, Wis.) 1862-current, 1872-11-15

w-The Galena Gazette says that R. NJ.
Wilson and Henry Leech, OF Nora, made
an agreement few weeks ago that if
Grant was elected President, Leech was to
wheel on wheelbarrow from Nora to Ga
lena, one bushel Of potatoes; but if Gree
ley was elected Wilson was to do the
wheeling. The winning party was to &C
company the loser and see that the job
was fairly done Accordingly Mr.. Leech
left Nora at O'Clock of Thursday even
ing, the 7th inst, trundled his load of po-
tatoes, accompanied by Wilson. They ar
rived il Gaiena the next afternoon at half
past three o'clock, with the feight, hav-
ing made 80 miles in l8a hours. Lcech
performed his contract fairly, and sold his
potatoes in Galena for ten cents each.