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Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
SECRET SOCIETIES.


Q. A. M.-Iowa Chapter No. 6. Regular convo.
oaslon Grst and third Mondays in each month, R.
Llelns Pulford II z.
A. ?. & A. M.-Mineral Point, Lodge, No. !.
R4.yalar communi cations first and third TuerdAy,
each month. G. d. Wilbcr, ". NJ.
I. o. 0. F.-Iowa Lodge, No, /, Regular meeting
eyc<y Monday evening. Josiah Jscka, N, 6,
UupSos EsC.MPMsNT, No. SO. Regular meeting
seconl and fourth Tuesdays each month. 8. c.
fhomAs, 9. p. Josiah Jacka, Scribe.
AnsLGA REBKccA. No, 81 Regular meetIngs hrs
fnesIay each month. J. II. Vivian, N. G..
l. q. G. T,-Emery Lodge, No. 3l1, Regular
nn>ciiug eyery Friday evening. 2, Allen, Jr, w C.
iAsD OF HorE.-Cold Water Temple, NJ. 3ll
Regular meeting every Tuesday evening. John Il
TeasdAls, W. Z. 7.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

OUR City Charter provides that
the City Treasurer shall receive for
his services, two per cent. of all
moneys collected prior to January
lst ana tive per cent Oh. collections
on and after that date. AS the tax
to be raised this year is about S67,-
coo, and not half the people will be
able to pay by January lst, we
think that the Treasurer to be ap-
pointed can afford to take less than
the law authorizes. At one per
cent. up to January 1st and two per
cent. thereafter, the Treasurerwould
be handsomely paid for his services
(about $1,000, supposing half the
tax were paid before January
LIST, which is not probable) Very
good pay for two or three months
work.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
The Tribune Directory,
CHs RCRES.

METHODIST EPscorAL-Key. j. b. Reynolds
Preaching service at 1890 A, NJ. and I p. NJ Sun.
asy school At 2P. NJ.
fsMryE NsTHoplsr-ReY. T. Kent-PreachIng
service every Sunday at 1880 A. NJ. and p. NJ,
s1ad Thursday evenings al % clock. Sunday School
n2P.N
PnssBYTERTAN-Rev. D. W. Evans Preaching ser.
Tce Sundays at II A. Vi. and p. NJ. Sunday
School at2P p. NJ.
SprscoPALiAS-Rev. Or. SaHuels-Preaching ser.
vice Sundays at 1880 A. NJ. and Up. NJ. Sunday
sehool 1t 2:15 p. Me-
sr. PAuLs lash CATHOLIC Father O'Keefe-
reAehiug services Sundays at 10 A. NJ. and I 2. NJ.
Sunday School at 2 P. NJ.
ff. JosErH's GERMAN CATHoL,c-Father Vein.
hnrdt-Pre,ehins service Sundays at 1880 A, NJ.
fpd P n. Sunday School at 2P NJ
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

Mrs. CHARLES UREN fell on the
sidewalk in front of Teasdale 81
Parmelo's last Saturday evening,
and was quite seriously injured.
One Of the most promising young
men of our city was crippled for
life by falling on the same spot
several winters ago. The awning
protrudes about half way over the
sidewalk from which rain and melt
ing snow drips in winter and forms
an icy glare. Something should be
done to remedy the evil, ere other
persons are manned.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

OURnew Postmaster, Philip Allen,
Jr., has purchased Mr.. Lawrence's
stock of books, stationery, etc, and
intends, to prosecute the business
with vigor. A great many things
will be disposed of ct less than first
cost, and among them are e great
many articles suitable for holiday
presents.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

Mr.. ]. B. JOHNSON, of Highland,
is buying hogs for the Mineral Point
market, and the result Of the in
creased competition is that farmers
are receiving better prices than they
perhaps would have done had he
not entered the business. Mr.
Johnson pays as high prices for hogs
from other towns as from Linden.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

A, Two-story frame house in,
Plattevillo owned by a widow lady
named Smith, was consumed by fire
last Thursday night, together with
furniture. No Insurance.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
WE publish this week the nros-

WE publish this week the pros
pectus of the Chicago Even,ny Journal
for 1874. The Journal is the best,
ablest, most honest and reliable
evening paper west of the Ale
ghanies. The Weekly Jo,nnal is q
most excellent paper. SEQ pros
pecsus, and if you want good, re-
liable newspaper for 1874, send. for
the Journal
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

AT Platteville last Saturday VIC
were informed that Judge Cothren,
as attorney for Luther Beecher, had
notified the people of that place that
the rolling stock was to be taken of
the railroad from Calamine to Platte
vile. Plattevillians seem TO take the
matter cody, and say that Mr..
Beecher may put his threat into cy-
ecu,lon If lie wishes, they are de-
telmlned not to secure his operation
OF the road by gtpiag him all their
interest therein, as. he wants them
to do. The construction of .he
Platteville road. it is said, cost about
SiO0, 200, Of which amount Mr..
Beecher put in about 100000, a
New York capitalist about $50, 600,
and the people of Platteville $780,
900. Now BeecheI, who owns the
rolling stock aims to gobble up the
S25O,rOO Of Platteyille interest, and
become owner Of the road without
further outlay. To the common OBJ
server this looks like bold attempt
to steal railroad, that would have
done honor to Jim Fisk in his
palIniest days.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
ALEX. WILSON.

Attorney and Counsellor at Law, and agent
f{c the n. w Mutual Life Insurance Com
pnuy and Republic Fire Insurance Company
Office opposite City liall, up stairs, Mineral
Point, Wisconsin. ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

The Darlington Democrat states
that the bounty on wolves in La
Fayette county, has been raised to
Sl5, until March lst. Running
wolves from adjoining counties into
La Fayette and there, killing them
will be favorite game this winter.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

ARTHCR's HOME MAGAZINE, of
which prospectus appears in this
paper, is greatly improved for 1874.
In connection with the TRIBUNE we
will furnish this magazine fqs 81 per
Year.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
". ". IIkENS.

Attorney and Counsellor at Law, Mineral
Point, Wis, practices in the L. S and State
Courts, and attends TO oagencies and collections
II all parts OF the State. Otlice in Lcnahans S
block, opposite the bank. ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

THE Dodgeville Chronicle is adver-
tized for sale. Price asked $4,000.
Mr.. W. J. Wrigglesworth no doubt
finds it impracticable to run two
papers SO far apart as Dodgeville
and Darlington, as We predicted ha
would.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

A RELIGIOUS revival is in pro-
gress at Potosi. About so new
members have already been ad,ied
to tho church. We should say
there was no place moro deserving q
religious revival than Snake Hollow,
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

CALICO Sociables are in vogue al
lancaster. Admission 10 cents
Bellows, Of the Mansion House, who
was afflicted" with one of these
parties does not recommend them
as highly interesting.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

BEAR in mind that the Cold
Water Temple is to give a dime
concert at the City Hall "Wednesday
evening, Dee. 10.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

DR.. vivian and Stephen Thomas
started on Monday to attend the
session of the Grand Lodge of Odd
Fellows at Milwaukee, now in ses-
sion.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
=
Local Intelligence.

PoSTP0NEn.-On account of sLe
disagreeable weather last. evening
Mr.. McKie postponed his concert
until Wednesday, the 18th inst.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

TIE Witness says Plattoville is
now connected with the rest of the
world by telegraph. The work of
putting up the wire was completed
several days ago, and several dis
patches have already been received.
The office is to be located in the
new depot.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
PHYSICIANS.
n. y. = n
DALTON & FERRlN,

Physicians and Surgeons No. ],
Coad's Block, Cup stains over Deller's Store,
oDrncr Of High and Chestnut Streets, Mineral
Point. Wis. Particular attention given TO
operative surgery. 5. A. Ferrin's residence Oh.
Ooty ST., recentLY occupied by DR.. CrOnin.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

EGGS readily command 20 cents
per dozen in this city, and no doubt
they will 60 higher about the time
Christmas goodies arc being made.
The hens have a monopoly in the
egg business, which the reform
party Of Wisconsin will no doubt
regulate when tho Legislature con-
venes.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

FRED lhscHEL is fast regaining hi4
former favor and popularity with ei,e
musical people of Mineral Point. Ills
reputation as musical instructor j.
well established in this locality. For
terms, &c, enquire at Campbells Book
Sfnrp
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
JOSEPH C. WlTCMELLE.

1qlNCPACTURE of all kinds OF Ornamental
M hair Work such 2s bracelets, Breast-ilns,
Watch Guards, Necklaces, Finger Rings, Ear kings,
Charms &C. Also CurIs, Waterfalls, Switches, La
d es' Trout Pieces, Gents' Wigs, and everything in
his line. Cash pad for raw hair. r. 0. Box 2io'
Nnersl Point Wis. IxAS-ly.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
GEO. D. WILDER, NJ. D.,

Practicing and Consulting Physician and
Surgcon, Mineral Point, Wis. ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

Butter, Eggs, Poultry, etc. taken at
tho top cash price Mt II, II, Osbornes.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
]. D. MOFFETT, NJ. D.,

Physician and Surgeon, Office in Moilett's
Drug Store Hight st., Mineral Point, Wis.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
J. p. SMELkER,

Attorney at Law and Notary Public, High
land, Iowa county, Wis. Conveyancing and
2ulIcc tons promptly attended TO. xXv-23ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

THE combined Piano q Organ for saIo
by Cartwright Il Davis is marvel Of
perfection, beauty and sweet sounds.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

WaE popular and fashionable Erench
seal and other inrs, OF all grades a,sd.
prices. at the City Store
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04


mes and levied the taxes necessary
to be raised IN Mineral Poi,t this
winter, which amounts to IT per
cent. of the City Assessors valuation
of all property. Naturally, this is
"a popular subject Of discussion
among the taxpayers. Some swear
not, only deep but loud; others
think, ,d-=n vigorously, others man
ifest disposition 10 submit dog
gedly, and few to pay cheerfully.
Injupctiops and resistance are talked
of, but nQ>action yet is taken, and
we hope will not be. Some tax
payers who will be as hardly pressed
as any to raise their proportion, ad-
vocate ga long pull, strong pull,
and pull all together" to lift the
burden, and with them we can but
agree. Did we see any hope of
avoiding heavier tax next year or
some other year by resisting this,
our advice would be to unitedly re-
sist. But there is no such hope
even among the most sanguine.
Those who talk of resistance have
no remedy to propose, and can give
us no assurance that, if We fail to
pay this year. we shall not have a
tax of 25 or 80 per cent. TO pay
next year.
The total levy, we understand, is
about SGT 600, of Witch about S25,-
600 is in no way connected with the
bond debt, but is for Legitimate tax
es for two years. This alone would
be heavy tax, lover five per cent. J
which must be paid some time, and
if not this year, there will be added
to it perhaps three per cent. more,
even should there be not dollar
levied toward payment of the bond
claims, which is not Within the rhcahn
OF probabilities. Viewing all the
circumstances, and seeing no shadow
of hope that anything can be gained
by resistance, but great probability
of even worse fate in future, it
seems that the best course for the
people to pursue is to meet the diff
ficulty squarely, pay if possible, even
though a mortgage on property be
necessary. If the tax levied is gem
orally paid throughout the county
this winter, we firmly believe it will
result in freeing us from the bond
holders within five years, and that
too without having to pay in any
one year another tax half SO heavy
as the present. To accomplish this
is worth attempting. We firmly
believe, and have heretofore ex-
pressed the belief, that almost any
piece of property in the county, the
moment this bond claim is disposed
of, will advance in value twice what
the settlement has cost. Many tax
payers say they would rather have
a mortgage of twice the amount of
the tax on their property, than to
have this incubus resting upon it.
and we think there is wisdom in
their position.
THE Darlington Democrat is alarm
ed at the prospect that tho Reform
Democratic party of Wisconsin is to
be made tender to the St. Paul
Railroad Company. All Intelligent,
hn,,Igt l., Il. l.. 4
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

THE weather of the past few days
is MYSTERIOUS. Warm rains, thun-
der and lightning, such as are com
mon in May, have prevailed. 1t is
suggested that the prayers Of right
eous housewives, who want cisterns
filed, have something to do with the
state Of the weather,
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

IRoSG kndingotes Mt Dellors are very
fashionable and very popular.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

CLAuERs Millinery is attracting..much
attention among the ladies'.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
GLOBE HO TEL.
Old House, New Proprietor
NICHOLAS SCHlLIING

Having parcsa sod the popular Globe Rotel In th's
3.y, - long couGucte by Alfred Jenkin, assures
the public that he viii every endeaYor TO keep
the house UP 70 its former standard, and TO accom-
rnodste the public IN the same acceptable manner
a, hes won for the Globe its popularity In the past
Ainers Point, Nov. is, lbi8.-H
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

Fur Mufs Collars, etc, repaired ard |
made as good as new by John Grass,
tutrier.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
NOSRs N. STRONG. L. p. WEBER.
STRONG & WEBER,

Aryrncys and Counsellors at Law, Office
ntst door above Niyisns Drug Store. ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

MAGsFIcENT--The new stock of boots
and shoes Just arrived at Schneberpcr
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
REESE & CARTER.

Attorneys and Cuunsellors Dodgevillc, Wis,
VII practice III all the Courts of this State.
volXXy -nO3O-ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

THE Darlington Democrat is alarm
ed at the prospect that tho Reform
Democratic party of Wisconsin is to
be made tender to the St. Paul
Railroad Company. All Intelligent,
honest journals saw this danger be-
fore election, and warned the peo-
pie of it, while Bro. Knight and his
colleagues denied that there was any
danger. That the united support
of that great monopoly, the st. Paul
Company, was given to Taylor is
now admitted by all, and that the
st. Paul Co. will switch the Reform
party whithorsoeyer it viii, no rea-
sonable man can doubt.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

BrASKErs-all grades and prices at tbs
City Store.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

IHlLApELrnA~MADE shoes for ladies'
and children are acknowledged the best
in the country. Daum Il SchiIling bayo
full stock direct from the quakar city
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

IL. /. osborne is constantly receiving,
new and nttactivo Dress Goods aud
Trimmings. Ladies wanting such things
should look at his stock.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04
ATTORNEYS.

COTHREN & LANYON.
Attorneys and Counscllors, over post-oficc,
Mineral Point, Wisconsin ly
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

A WOMAN in Prairie du CHEN had
a jury impanneled to find father
for her sireless child. The Reform
County School Superintendent and
another man were brought into
court, that the jurors might deter
mine which Of them the child most
reselnbled. After close examination
of each, the child was declared to
resemble the "other man" most, and
the Superintendent was dismissed.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

CLoAk,Nas, tho best stock in tie city
at Dcllcr's.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

THANKSGIVING DAY was very
generally observed in this city.
Union service was held at the P. NJ.
church in the morning, Rev. D. w.
Evans preaching q good sermon, a
synopsis of which will be found in
this paper. Or. Samuels held sew
vice at Trinity church, where a
large congregation assembled.
Sleighing was INDUCED in freely
by the young folks. Turkey, etc.,
was relished in most families. Busi-
ness and labor were generally sus-
pended.
The NJ. E. ladies' fair and festival
in the G. ening was the chief attrac-
ton. 1t is said that profit Of $40
was realized
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

WATERPROOF oil colors an3, gua !.ties,
plain and tigared, at bo,tolA prices, at
the City Store.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

Com is only lS4--and Cartwright has
reduced the price Of his jewclry accord-
inely. Vow Is the time to purchase gold,
silver ara platedware.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

AMONG the many attractive things this
tnll, Clnner has some of the finest and
best, in dress goods and trimmings. hn
is not excellcd by any house in tho city.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

TnE celebrated Germantown warn for
scaris, in plain and clouded colors, lust
received at Dellers.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

The Richardson boots and shoes con-
nnne popular as ever. Every pair wars
ranted by lcasdale X Pnrmele.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

ScHNEuERdEh boots and shoes never
la'l to giye satisfaction. They always Gt
md wear well. He is closing out his
stock OF ready made work as la4uocd
prices.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

Nv pcliCI y.
WATERPROOF oil colors an3, 4aa !ities.
plain and fgared, at bottolA prices, at
the City Store.
inE celebrated Germantown warn for
scaris, in plain and clouded colors, iust
received at Dellers,
GoLp is only lS4-and Cartwright has
reduced the price Of his iewery nccord-
lnely Vow Is the time to purchase gold,
silver ara platedware.
AMONG the many attractive things this
'nIl, Clnner has some of the finest and
best in dress goods and trimmines, ha
is not excelled by any house in tho city.
JHE Richardson boots and shoes com
t'noe popular as ever Every pair wars
ranted BY Teasdale ~ Parmele.
ScHNEbERGER boots and shoes never
fail to give satisfaction. They ALWAYS Gt
md wear well He is closing out Lj,
stock Of ready made work as saluocd,
prices
a new lot Of black and fancy watoy-
proofs just received -cheap--at Dellor's.
CESTLEMrN see Clauers cloths and
ready ~made clotbing before making Sc.
leettons lie guarantees good ht and
satisfaction every time.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

SuAwas and Wraps-a very selcc,
stock just received at the City Store, all
OF latest styles.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1873-12-04

all the year round--the celebrated
Richardson's boots and shoes for sale W
l. {, P.s A new stock just received.
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1873-03-20
Wenan's Rights.

"Woman's rights" is term which has
been 90 totally misspplied, 50 fesrfully
abused, that to every true woman It has
become utterly abhorrent. Knowing
this, would hardly dare to use it we're
it not that fain would show in its truth
and purity this chaste and gentle goddess,
who has been seized upon hy force, tricked
out in Bacchante's cast-off tinsel, and
held up in this garb for the popular
worship, and alas for the scorn and
loathing, of the refined and good men
and women who would be the first to
reverence her as she really is.
1t is her right, dear sisters, to make
homes and fresides for these she loves
to welcome them, when the toilsome day
is ended, with tender words and bright
smiles; to soothc, to cheer to console
and even to strengthen their hearts. L
is her right to tend the little ones ant
instill the first important lessons Of truth
into their hearts. 1t is her right Il
nurse the sick and suffering, to smooth
the pillow and bathe the aching head
and to whisper words of holy Tenderness
into the dying car. Itis her right to aic
Gods appointed ministers in the work o
charity, to clothe the destitute with gar
ments made by her busy fingers, to visi
those in aflliction, and to succor the DIES
olate children of poverty and neglect :
1t is her right to be the peace-make
when mems pride, anger, and false cour
age would bid them be suicides and mur
derers rather than utter the first wor d o
Cancellation to SO control her temper an,
her tongue that by her gentleness AM
forbearance she may exert that sOftenin
aud refining influence over tho sterne
sex, which has been the salvation Of s.
many among them; and above all, s
to cultivate the Christian graces that sh
may render religion lovely in The eyes Q
those around her. (From Februar
"Homc and School," Louisville, XVI
Herald and tribune. [volume] (Jonesborough, Tenn.) 1869-current, 1873-03-20
Gold I'm wheat


II hss been said that the wheat Of Cal,
ifornia isworth more to that State than
its gold. A six months review of tho
wheat tr2ds Of California shows crop.
sold and unsold, valued at $4,000. and
it is estimated that the next crop will
yield 10000. 900 centsls. The San Fran
cisco Chronicle has a very interesting ard
exhaustive article on this product and
the wheat feet of that State. claiming
that California is the perspective gransry
of nations, England to-day looks to tho
Pacific coast as Rome of old did to Africa.
Tho masses ofthe imperial city were fed by
the husbandmen Of Egypt and Africa
Propria, and so the masses Of the citos
of Britain, if not Of Europe, it is claimed.
will for the future be fed mainly from
tho shores of the Pacific. The increase
of tie wheat trade of California 10 ono Of
the remarkable features of the history Of
that State. 1t was not always known
that its golden riches we're to be sought
above the soil rather than below it, and
the fact is not even yet recognized as
it ought to be. California began cxpor-
ting wheat only seventeen yoars ago. In
lS50-G0 il exported about as much as ia
now sent to Great Britain in single
week, and the largest quantity exported
in any harvest year prior to the present
was in 1869 20, the total quantity being
less by 100000 centals than it has boon
during the last half fyear. Immense prof.
its are realized from the trade. One 6rr,
for instance, have purchased nearly three.
fourths of all exported, valued at 80 ,000,.
900, and must have nstted an immense
fortune. Others have been proportisn>
ately lucky. 1t is estimated that at the
present time $50 vessels are engaged in
the California wheat trade. so that now,
and for the balance of this year, the Pa
cidc through seventy and the Atlantis
through ninety degrees Of latitude will bs
covered with this feet, which will thus bs
spread, at about half days sail from each
other, over distance equal to. ene-half
the circumference OF the globe.