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Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

We learn that Rev. John Allison,
Pastor Of the Olivet Street Church,
Milwaukee, will lecture at this place
some time next week. Rev. Allison
is pronounced one Of the ablest lectur-
ers and best orators in the West. All
lecture lovers will be pleased t. learn
Of this opportunity offered, and full
house will undoubtedly be given him.
The lecture will be further announced
by posters.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

A CORRESPONDENT informs US that
the school in Di>trict No. 40, bctt, r
known as the Richardson District,
closed last Friday with appropriate ex-
erci>es. In the evening the pupils
gave an exhibition to a crowded house.
It was a happy occasion, and will be
remembered long by those present.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

MEssRs. STRADLEY l. CLYDE, Of the
burned Usage Ne.c., were in town last
week contemplating purchase Of the
deceased Democrat. We do not think
they made the purchase, however, as
the adage that "a skunk smell. strong
est after death" proved a truism too
strong for their comfort.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

TUE Ladies' Aid Society Of Lansing
will give an Oyster Supper for the
benefit Of the Society, at Weller's Hall
on Wednesday evening next, March
9Th. The people of].ansinz and vicin-
ity are cordially invited, and will as
.ist good cause by participating in
the oyster supper.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

Our public schools close tomorrow,
after which the youthful portion Of our
community can revel in hilarious sports
to their hearts content, and without
the aid of q tutor, too.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

New YoRK and Boston will be VS.
tied by Frank Mayhem, who departed
hence on Friday last. A heavy stock
Of gents furnishing goods will follow
him on his return trip, which will con-
sist Of the latest and best styles for
spring and summer wear. A pleasant
journey We hope him.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

The weather for the past week has
been rather on the variety order. You
could take your choice Of either mud,
snow, or water, and it didn't make
much difference either.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

w. y. cRASDALL. LAFAYETTE FRENCH.
TRANDALL & FRENCH.
" ATTORNEYS AT Law, Austin,
MINI. Office in Bank Block; adjoining
TRAxscKlPr Office. Collections a"d other bus-
iness attended % carefully md promptly.
REFER, By PERMISSION, TO
Hon. Jas. A. Garfield, NJ. c., Ohio; Hon.
Cooper X. Watson, Norwa!k, Ohio; Hon. v.
". BoyDton, Elyria, Ohio; 3. A. linsdale,
Prest Hiram College, Ohio.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

We learn that Will. Hancock, a
freight conductor on the Milwaukee 4
St. Paul Railway, had his hand smash
ed on the goth inst, while coupling
cars at McGregor, Iowa.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29
Ramsey House.
1.-THE Junction Of the
Nil. 1 81. Paul ( Southern u. R. R,
Ne,o Arrangement.
TT H. HUTCH1Ns. Proprietor.
uUTCH1Ns BOHEMIAN BAND

This Band, lately Organised, IL prepared
to attend parties, At all times, on reasonable
terms. II il we'll organize !, having in it,
corps Of players, men acknowledged to be the
equal Of any Of the musicians in the state.
Fer terms, 10. address,
J. H. HUTCHINS,
Austin, MINI.
Dee, 18TH, 1870. IS #
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

OUR informant was mistaken last
week when he said that Mrs. 4. s.
Dickcrman, Of Pleasant Valley died.
lie SHOULD have said Mrs. Alzinc Dick
;nson.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

A:ornER Of those choice entertain
ncnts for which the children Of the
Uuiversalist Society have gained an
enviablc reputation, was given Sabbath
evening to a full house
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29
JOHN WALSH.

JOHN WALSH,
Wholesale and retail dealer in WINES, H.
QUORS and CIGARS, SARDLNES, dc.
Agent for the National Line of Steamers to
and from all points in Europe. Drafts 1t sight
for any amount oa Great Britain and Ireland.
Austin, 1871. m:h ~
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29
Austin House.
Corner Of Mill and Jay Streets, Austin, Mimi.
II. KUNRATH, Proprietor.

This house has been remoddled and added TO
until it has been made ono of the most com
modious and comfortable hotels in the county.
Every possible pains always taken to secure
the comfort Of guests. A large and comforta.
tIe stable on the premises. Terms reasonable
SALOON to RENT in the Austin Boarding
House, on Aill-street. Inquire on the prem.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

G. A. R.-GENERAL MOWER
Post, No. ~, Grand Army ofthe Republic. will
hold regular meetiugs At their Hall, in Austin,
4inn.,ou the first and third thursday evenings
il each month. By order.
GEO. BAIRD, Post Commander.
CHARLES BR0MWICH, Post Adj't. 33yl
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

Notice 10 Taxpayers !
N"!!:ci* hereby given: IN accordance VIII:
tho instructions If the Board Of County Com
inissisnors, that, unless al delinquent Person
VI Property Taxes are puid on Or before the
18th day Of March next, ! shall proceed to
aistrain property for the same.
J. s. IRGENs, c.. Trsa'srer.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

ADRIAN DROST,
Sllversmith, Watch & Clock Re.
pajrer.
At Clenmer's Drug Store, Austin. MINI.
Hoving had many yess ! experience, offers his
ssrvicss to tho public, guaranteeing full salts
faction. Clocks, watches and jewelry Of oil
kinds repaired with promptncss.
CALL AND SEE HIM.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

r. A. BARNES, N. D.,
Physician 4 Surgeon,
County Physician,
Pension Surgeon,
And Coroner.
Office at Residence, Mill St.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29
ARKAH6A6 LANDS.

q n0n ACRES OF SELECTEp
AsVUV Lands in Arkansss, for sale
cheap, or will be exchanged for
MINNESOTA LANDS
orAsstia City Property.
~ , ANRTYN
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29
.. BANKS,
Cleaner, Renovation and
TAILOR.

Thirty years expcri"nce in business gives
ne pre-eminence over all competitors.
WORK DONE PROMPTLY.
Cutting in the Latest Styles.
oaeo ovar Austin, smout / Co.. Store, on
3!a'" g., Austin, xian ?sf
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

Tomorrow night is the time set for
the Hook and Ladder Company to meet
at Court House Hall. We hope full
attendance will be had.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29
FARMERS.
LOOK HERE !

On and after date, for cash, We will sci, Com
mon Lumber for $2l per NJ, and Fencing At
$22 per NJ, and all grades in proportion.
We also have very fine selection Of Black
Walnut Moulding tor Picture Frames.
BRAY l. FRENCH.
:usrIN, Mimi, February l, 1872. 44t2
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

Look at Hayes Brothers new i'd
vcrtisement. Twill do you good.
SEE splendid cut Of Hopkins & Fer
maids on second page. 42tf
AN infant child Of A. Frederick
died Tuesday last.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

1900 Acres in Wsuham.'
73O in Dexter, on the line Of W
Southern Mum. RailrooA-
5000 in West Bennington.
All excellent Farming Land, and viii b ssl6
cheap, and upon long time.
Apply BY letter or otherwise to
b. ". MASON,
1..';-. 1:~4
Jun. g; ISL ,l'1'
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1872-02-29

JUDGE LORD has announced that the
next term Of Court will be postponed
until the 18th Of March, next.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15

ager-were shortly afterwards permit
ted TO take their departure.
Mr.. OLeary, next day, was duly in
formed of the disaster, and lost his sit
uation. The same fate befell the I'M
fortunate Pluffier, who, it appeared up.
on inquiry, was really laboring under
some severe indisposition that threaten
ed to confne him to his bed and be
ing naturally unwilling to lose his sal .
airy, he provided substitute, like MI
whites, utterly unable to play, and to
whom he gave, in effect, instructions
almost identical with those given to
our hero by Mr.. O'Leary.
Mr.. Whlffies returned to the home
of his ancestors a sadder and a wiser
man. He has never been to a theatre
since. and never thinks without a shud-
der, of his terrible adventure with the
Two Trombones.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
Why the Germans Beat the French.

A foreign letter has the following
anecdote illustrative of the German
army discipline
l might tell you good thing which
is going the rounds of the Bavarian
court circles, The new Prussian Gen
eral for the Wurtemburg troops is here
in Stuttgardt, and he is putting our
officers through severe coarse of train
ing. These Uhlans are pet regiment,
and who can imagine the CONSERVATION
when the colonel was called up for in
spection by the General. He was or
dered first to make bed. Prussian
discipline did not admit of a REFUSAL
and he made poor hand of it. Then
the General showed him how.
Turning around, and fixing his eye
on the Lieutenant-Colonel, he said,
:" Saddle horse, sir2
"My servant always saddles my
horse" replied the officer.
" You shall be court-martialed, re-
piled the General, with savage Ger
man grunt.
Now the General turned to a Lieu
tenant, and asked, fercely, "Can yOu
ildht 81 btti ulltl IlolSt, Sll
81 can" replied the Lieutenant, tri-
umphantly
"Do it ordered the General.
1t was done SO nicely that no fault
could be found with him.
All the officers were about to smile
when the General said 'All right let
me see your needle-case.
Here it Is, sir said the Lieuten-
ant, with an air of satisfaction.
The General took it, examined it with
his Eyeglasses, then handed it back
with Il terrible frown.
"There is no eye to the needle, sir, ="
he exclaimed, and then before all the
reviewing officers the poor Lieutenant
was sharply reprimanded.
This explains how the German troops
overran France in ninety days.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
An bureaucratic Editor.

The Boston Times is responsible for
the following:
A noted female advocate of Woman's
Rights, whatever they may be, called
upon a veteran New England editor,
who has a noted antipathy to whatever
or whoever may bore hlm, and he suf-
fered a quarter of an hours sharp talk
ing to with unexampled power Of
endurance. His inordinarv meekness
gave his visitor much courage, and she
abused his opinions and motives con-
corning the question" with most I'M
limited freedom. MADAM said the
old gentleman you are certainly the
most agreeable woman | ever met.
Your person and mind are in perfect
harmony-of ughness-and your rea-
soning corresponds. If you We're n
man | should put you down stairs, but
as YOU are a woman you are free to de-
part and you must do so quickly
quickly, [ say :" With that old Crusty
Jumped to his feet, and his tormentor
vanished in double quick time. ''Of
all the old brutes you ever did see ~
is her preface to what remarks she may
have to make concerning him since that
event. Fact
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
4 Snce2Ing School.

An amusing episode occurred on
Thursday morning in the Hunters
Point bible war, Just as the reading
of the scriptures had commenced, at
the opening of the school, little girl
accidentally sneezed. The sneezing
proved contagious, and the solo was
followed by prolonged chorus from
all parts of the room, the principal,
while consulting with his assistants as
to how to put an end to the disorder,
making a nasal contribution to the gen
eral DIN Eight of the loudest sneezers
were called up and hogged, but It prov
ed Intellectual, and the sneezing cor
tiuued throughout the day. The pc
culiar sensitiveness OF the nasal mem
branes on that day has not yet been
explained.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
Cherishing an Illusion.

The last tale of mans unfalthtulness
to man, comes from Selma, Alabama.
On the 1st of January, 1871, a syndicate
of Young men was formed, one of whom,
the most trustworthy of them all, was
appointed treasurer They then signed
a temperance pledge and agreed to de
post on the first day of each month SO
each, to be divided at the end of the
year among those members who re-
manned faithful to their obligation
One by one they tainted and fell, until
at the expiration of the specified time
there was only one who had not yielded
to the liquid temptation. He repaired
at the hour Of noon on New Years
day to the appointed place of
rendezvous, to receive the 81, 44O winch
he had so nobly earned, But the other
eleven We're not there, SO, full of fiery
thirst. he FASTENED to a neighboring
saloon to take his first nip for twelve
month He had partially swallowed it
when ten of his colleagues entered, and
revealed 10 him the horrifying fact that
his watch was twenty minutes too fast.
He, too, lad fallen, ana the vision OF
well-filieu pocketbook vanished. The
eleven then repaired to the office of the
treasurer, only to learn that he had lost
all the money playing draw-poker with
one of the church trustees. An effort
is now being made to keep the sorrow
full story ont of the newspapers. Troy
Times
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
An IMMENSE SHOAL OF FISHES.
The steam Pump Of the NJ. =. Round-
house stopped by the Aecumula ion
of the Finny Tribe.
From the Toledo Blade, Jan. u

ofthe Finny Tribe.
From the Toledo Blade, Jan. Is.
During the past few days the large
steam force pump. used for supplying
the engines of the Michigan Southern
round-house with water have been
working improperly, and yesterday
morning the supply of water entirely
ceased, though on measurement, it was
found that the level of the bayou was
nearly four feet above the main that sup
piled the reservoir. On examination, the
mystery was explained The well, ten
feet in length, six feet in width, and
from twelve to fifteen feet III depth,
was one mass of live, moving, Shiny
fishes, varying from one-half to six
inches in length. Arrangements We're
at once commenced to remove them,
and large quantities were returned
again to the water, but afterwards,
realizing somewhat the magnitude of
the undertaking, sawdust was throw
into the pit to facilitate matters,
and the living masses haRdled
with shovels and wheeled to
the outside of the building and
thrown over the bank. 1t was estimat-
ed that about six tons of fish had crowd
ed into this limited space, and the uni
ted labor of six men during yesterday
was insufficient to remove them, and tie
coming of evening found their work
only partially completed. The engi-
neers have been frequently more or
less inconvenience by the stopping up
of their pipes, but it was not until this
week that the fish accumulated in such
numbers as to render it necessary
to have them removed. The shoal
consisted of no special variety, but was
made up of all the kinds generally
found in these waters, and are supposed
to have come to the mouth of the reser-
voir for air, when they were drawn In
by the suction of the pumps. This
morning the work was renewed, and
we would recommend any of our friends
who may consider this statement too
"tishy,' to call at the engine house,
and, as we have done, examine the
scene for themselves.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
A Successful but Uncomfortable Rail.
road Air-Brake.

A man appeared lately in Mauch
Chunk with patent air-brake for rail
road cars, for sale. He claimed that it
would stop train going at the highest
rate of speed in half its own length.
There was a certain railroad man also
up there who treated this suggestion
with scorn, and said he would wager
large sums that the air brake wouldn't
stop train any quicker than any other
brake So he borrowed the contriv-
ance and fixed it on an open car on the
Switchback Railroad, and went up to
the top of Mount Pisgah to get a fair
start. He let her come down
the inclined plane for while
until she began to move along at the
rate of sixty miles an hour, and then he
suddenly placed his foot on the brake
and put on with full power. One min
ute later the eye of any solitary travel
er passing through those wilds might
have observed a car standing perfectly
still on the track and railroad man
going down hill among the blackberry
bushes and underbrush head foremost
at the rate--s0y Of torty-siX miles an
hour He was carried home on a
stretcher, with an abiding faith in the
success of the invention, but thinks its
usefulness would be improved if some
other man would improve upon the
machine, so as to avoid the certain de-
morallzahon overtaking those who use
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
A Nan on Trial for Murder Commit
ted Fifteen Years Ago.

The Iowa City Republican reports
the following case "a now engaging the
attention of the court there:
A Bohemian, living in Madison town
ship, was arrested last Sunday to ans
wer an indictment for murder said to
have been committed in this county
some fifteen years ago. The partlcu-
lars, as we ascertained them, We're to
the effect that the prisoner married a
widow woman with four children, two
of whom were little girls, aged, respect
iyely, seven and nine years. These
little girls were sent out ON an errand
for their stepfather, and returned with
out accomplishing their mission, which
so enraged him that he took a club,
and with il beat the youngest girl until
life was extinct. He threatened the
mother and other children with like
dreadful fate if they revealed to the
public the fearful crime which he com
mitted and thus by threats and in.
tlmidation. succeeded in suppressing,
for fifteen long years, the particulars
of this horrible tragedy. 1t, was not
until the little girl, who accompanied
her sister on that Inflated mission, had
grown to womanhood, AND felt safe I'M
der the protecting arm OF a man who
had made solemn vow TO cherish anC
protect her through life, that sheap
pearel hefoye the grand jury to make
oath To the terrible scene she witnessed
when but q child.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15

WILLIAM BELL, herdsman who m
habits on Benito creek, about 50 mites
south Of Gilroy, experiences an electric
shock every time he attempts TO knead
dough. So well does the harmless
dough perform the functions OF Ley
den lar that Bell has had to deaSlst
kneaiing. which is hard inasm1eA as
he needs 10 obtain subsistence.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15

Gro. W. WATSON. Williamsburg
Pondcrs deeply upon life,
with child instinct cropping bIinlly
For the meaning of the strife.
Little light chimes in Oh Mollie,
Though she questions every star,
And her eager heart Is yearnins
Toward the God who IL aflr.
Little Mollie
Never feels Him, near, but far.
Sometimes, in the midnight, Mo'he
Sees the moonlight food her bed.
And half fancies forms are lowering,
With white wings, above her head.
And she whispers softly, " MOther,'
And she fccls q sense Of care,
Almost, AZ II God were near her,
Round about her everywhere.
Little MOllio
Knows not she has said prayer,
W0mauhood Il coming, MolliC,
Soon twill press upon your view,
with its thousand great temptations,
Great 10 all, but most 10 you.
Al! IN every trial, Mullic,
May your heart 90 forth a. now,
And the unseen hands will softly
Crown with victory your brow
Little MJllie,
God win keep you then IA now.
- Romans journal.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15

A san FBAScIsco dispatch Of Saturday
saws Heavy frosts in different parts
of the State the ice quarter Of an
inch in thickness formed at Stockton,
ami Los Angeles, Thursday night
somewhat irjuring Young orange trees
in the latter locality.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15
Little IOllie.
ny nArrIE rYYa GRIswoLD.

ny HATTIE TYING GRISwoLD.
Ifna Molie rides and dances,
In circus, day and night.
She can do. AZ well a. any,
Daring deeds without alright.
Twelve years old Is Little Mollie,
orphan child, without home;
Day and night she rides and dances,
Wheresoe'er they 20 and come.
Little Mollie
Has no parents, has no home.
Little Mollie, all in spangles,
Rides az through the towns they go,
sees the sidewalks fun Of children,
Hears their laughter far below;
And she wonders, Little Mollie,
whg they laugh, and clap and cheer;
Serious work it IL TO Mollie,
Bright and piquant 10 appear;
49, Tlttlp Mglllp
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15

George Little dead while he and other seaInen
were nutinying and beating the second mate.
A MAN named John Oburn committed SUI
eide in Joliet, on Tuesday, by shooting himself
with a shot gun. The shot took effect in his
heart causing instant death.
CHIcAGoANs were highly excited, and many
q them elated, on Monday, over rumor that
the principal portion Of st. Louis had been
DESTROYED by fire. Unfortunately for Chicago
there was no truth in the report.
MISS MATTE RALEIGH, aged about twenty
one years. only daughter Of ". ". Raleigh,
Well known citizen Of Columbus Ohio, com
mitted suicide, on Tuesday evening, by taking
poison.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-02-15

scheme in the innermost recesses of
his own mind, but as yet scarcely saw
the manner in which it could be carried
out. Suddenly:
u have it. Thanks, Whites, my
boy. accept your generous offer.
You shall be my substitute, said Mr..
OLeary
To say that Mr.. Whites was deligted
would not .feebly express the state of
his mind He grasped Mr.. OLeary's
hand and shook it fervently. He trem
bled already with excitement. His
proudest hopes were about to be real
lied. He would be admitted behind
the scenes Of a theatre. Words failed
to convey any idea of his feelings, as he
len sted out there were two trombone
tie. Ssrs in the orchestra of the Royal
vi Theatre, he himself being one
elf hat for the especial guidance of
his Whif1ies he would summary state
pscase as follows, presuming that
INV the rising of the curtain on the
nat piece, performance upon the two
zen bones heralded the approach Of
90 IIhllian of the piece. Further, his
lOLeary' s. experience induced him
49, leye that in IA crowded assembly
>. rombone would probably make as
noise as two and all that Mr..
~ Hes had to do, after announcing to
nB eelf as Mr.. OLeary's substitute,
ID be to take his seat leisurely III