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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
River transportation.

Hon. Q. B. Thomas of Prairie du
CHEN, in u letter to the Union OF
that city, has this to say upon the
importance of the improvement of
Western. rivers:
EDITOR UNION AS the writer
ofthis is not a candidate for Congress,
it will not, he hopes, be improper for
him TO state what he thinks we real
ly require of our members of con-
gress, and what kind of men we
don't want.
We do not want any down-east
fogies, but men who are western
men with western ideas and who
earnestly desire to see the west built
up. The west, and especially this
part of the west. has peculiar wants
and necessities, and it is about time
we had somebody in Congress who
will vigorously advocate them.
LIST. We want safe, reliable and
convenient transportation from the
lakes to the Mississippi river; and
we want man in Congress from
this section that thoroughly appreci-
ates that fact, and has brains and
get up enough to him to secure at
tention in Congress in relation TIC it.
ID. The improvement to the Mis-
sissippi River from st. Paul to the
mouth so as to make a safe water
communication and cheap transport
tation for the entire west.
These two things are important,
and are, by this section at least, de-
manded, aud we want no man in
Congress who will not pledge him-
self to them. The west to-day is
ground down and crippled under the
heels of railroads, monopolies and
eastern capitalists because We have
not these improvements. Give US
men who will carry through Con-
gress the necessary appropriations
for these measures and we at once
become entirely independent of rail-
roads and of their oppression. Then
instead of costing fifty and sixty
cents bushel to send wheat to New
York city, it will be delivered to
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
ESTATE-WILMARTH.

State Of Wisconsin, Grant County. Probate flee
Lancaster, July 7th, A. %. 1874 In the matter OF
the Proof and Probate of the lastwi and tesla
ment of Nathanial Wilmarth deceased, late of the
County of Grant.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, purportng to be
the last win and Testament of Nathanihl Wilmarth de
ceased late of the County of Grant has been filed in
this Office; and whereas application has been made by
Esther Wilmarth, praying that the same be proven
and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this
State.
Therefore, it is ordered that said application be
heard before at the Probate Office, in the village
of Lancaster il said County, the Sd day of August
A. d. 1874. at one O'Clock ?. NJ.
And it is further ordered that notice thereof be
given TO all persons Interested in said estate by pub
lining copy of this order for three successive weeks
prior said day OF hearing in che Grant County Her
aid weekly newspaper, printed and published at
Lancaster in said County, By the Court,
l7w3 VIM McGONlGAL, County Judge,
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16

State of Wisconsin, Grant County, S.
Probate Office, Lancaster, June 20. A. D. 1874.
In the matter of the Proof Probate of the last
will and testament of Henry Vivian, deceased
B late of the County of Grant.
Whereas, an instrument in writing, puTporting to
be the last will and testament OF Henry Vivian,
deased late of the County Of Grant has been filed in
this olIice and whereas, application has been made
by william II. Vivian raging that the same be prov
and admitted to Probate according to the laws OF
this State,
Therefore, it is order that said application be heard
before me at the Probate Office in the village of Lam
caster, III said County, on Monday the 9th day oil
July A. d. 1874, at one O'Clock p. NJ
And it is further ordered that notice thereof be
given to the heirs of said deceased and to ali persons
Interested, by publishing copy of this order for
three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing
in this Grant County Herald, weekly newspaper
printed and published at Lancaster in said County.
By the Court,
16w3 VIM. McG0NI6AL, County Judge
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
ESTATE. CONDOR.

In the matter of the Estate of Patrick Condor, de-
ceased. In Probate Grant County Court.
On reading and filing the petition of Johannah Con-
don of the County of representing among other
things that Patrick Condor, late of the County OF
Grant, the 18th day of June,A D. 1874 Potos in
the county of Grant, died intestate leaving goods
chat tells andestate within this State and County, and
that the said petitioner ia the widow of said de-
ceased and praying that administration ofsaid estate
be to her granted,
1t is ordered that said petition be heard before the
Judge of this Court Monday, the 9th day OF July
d. 1874, at o'clock z. NJ, at Lancaster in said
County.
Ordered further that notice thereof be given to the
heirs of said deceased and to all persons interested
by Publishing copy of this order for three success
Give weeks prior to said day of hearing in the Grant
County Herald. weekly newspaper printed and pub
Iished at Lancaster in said County.
By the Court,
VIM McGONIGAL, County Judge.
Dated at Lancaster, Wis, the 30th day ofJune A D.
1874. Iowa
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
ESTATE-FRANCE.

Administrators Sale. In Probate Grant County Court
Ia the Matter of the Estate Of John France, de-
ceased
Notice is hereby given that by virtue and in pursu
ance ofan order of License made in said matter
the thirtieth day of March d 1874, by the County
Court of said county, the undersigned who is Adm
strator of the estate of said deceased will on Satur
day the 25th day of July 1874 at ten O'Clock in
deceased in the town of Marion in said county offer
for sale at public vendue, the following described
lands, wit; The north hafof the southwest quar-
ter and the north half of the southeast quarter Of
the southwest quarter and the northeast quarter of
the southeast quarter, less ten off the side
thereof and the northwest quarter of the southeast
quarter of section Ave. in town tn range three
west, all in said county of Grant.
Terms of Sale-0ne-third cash, one-third in six
months and one-thrd in twelve months from day of
sale if desired wi tn ten per cent interest and ap-
proved security. DAVID h. WALKER, Admins'tr
Dated Lancaster, June "A, 1874. Iowa
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
ESTATE -METCALF.

Administrators sale. In Probate-Grant County
Court In the matter of the estate of Mathew
Metcalf deceased.
Notice is hereby given that, by virtue and in pur.
snance of an order Of license, made in said matter
on the 18th day of May 1874 by the county court OF
said county, the undersigned who is the admnstra-
tor of the estate of said deceased WILL the 18th
day of July at two o'clock in the afternoon at the
late residence of Mathew Metcaf, deceased in the
town of Glen Haven. in said county offer for sale, at
public vendue the following described lands ia. wit:
The northeast quarter of the northwest quarter and
the southeast quarter of the northwest quarter and
the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter OF
section twenty four GAY, and twenty off the
all in town a. north of range six (G) west and
lot two ~ in section eleven >1I). and northwest
quarter of northwest quarter of section ID, in
town three 80, north of range six (6) west, in the
county of Grant, Wisconsin.
EDWARD KIDD,
Administrator OF Mathew Metcalf, dec sased.
Dated at Lancas ter, June 10th, 1874. l5w4
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
ESTATE-CLAYToN.

In Probate Grant County Court. In the matter OF
the Estate of Peter Clayton deceased.
Notice is hereby given that the subscribers were
on the I'D day of June A 1874 app Diluted and com
mmissoned by the Judge of the County Court of the
county of Grant, Commissioners to receive, examine
aud adjust all claims and damages of all persons
against said Peter Clayton deceased and six months
ffotn and after the said 22d day of June A 1874,
having been allowed and limited by said Judge for all
for adjustment and allowance, and that we will on
the I'D days of September and December, d 1874,
the Store House of Woodward Kraemer in Anna
ton in the County of Grant, Wisconsin, between the
hours of 3 O'Clock A NJ, and o. clock NJ of each OF
said days attend to the discharge of our duties
such Commissioners. JOHN WOODWARD,
THOMAS WATSON,
WILLIAMANDREWS,
Dated June 2sth, 1874. 16w4 Commissioners.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
Heller AID
FOX AND WISCONSIN IMPROVE
MRNT.


can for Convention to be Held In 0shkOsh.
The following call has been issued
in accordance with "a resolution OF
the Oshkosh Board Of Trade and
Business Association
OSHKOSH, Wis, May %, "a.
TO the citizens Of Wisconsin, Iol0a,
Minnesota and other localities inter
ested in the completion Of Of the Foo
and Wisconsin, RlUer improvement
Alta meeting of the Oshkosh board
of trade and business association
held on the 18th day of May, 1874,
in accordance with desires expressed
by citizens of various localities, the
undersigned were appointed COM
mittee to provide for convention Of
delegates from the several towns
and municipalities materially inter-
ested in improving navigation on the
great National Water Highway from
the Mississippi to the Lakes under
the auspices of the Federal Govern
ment. The projected convention
has, so far as heard from, met with
the unanimous approval of all who
have been consulted on the subject
in this and other states. AS to the
Importance and necessity of the
work, in view of the great and in
creasing demand for cheaper and
better means of transportation, the
whole people of the Northwest have
already given expression to their
opinions. On this question the pro-
ducers of the West stand shoulder to
shoulder by the side Of the consum-
ers and manufacturers of the East.
In this direction no further argument
is necessary.
But in order to prevent future
misapprehensions, to assist in bring
ing about more perfect understand
ing, to provide for a medium of COM
munication and mutual consultation
between the officers Of the govern
ment and the people-as we have
reason to believe is in accordance
with the feelings of those having
direct charge of the work-and to
urge upon congress the Importance
of appropriation commensurate with
tho magnitude Of the undertaking,
some cooperation is necessary and
proper on the part of the people
locally and directly as we'll as na-
tionaIly interested.
Animated solely by the desire to
secure through navigation from tho
Mississippi TO the lakes as rapidly
and economically as possib bic, and
believing the proposed movement q
step in the right direction towards
securing the object, we have con-
Guided to call q convention to meet
at The city of Oshkosh, Wisconsin,
on the oath day of June, 1874, at 2
o'clock, p. m. All towns, cities and
municipalities of the states Interested
are respectfully requested to send
five delegates, or less, if thought
proper, as their representatives in
this convention. Special invitations
will be extended to the governors of
the several states to meet and con-
suit with US, and full representation
is desired.
GABE BoUoK,
J. V. JONES,
X NJ. HUTCHINSON,
j. B. DAYS.,
L. S. ALLEN,
Committee.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16

S@A retired physician writes,
How does it happen that amid the
everlasting cry against drunkenness,
we never heard word against its
sister evil. Gluttony ? l think l
can assert with truth that in a long
practice, three have died among my
patients from over eating, where one
has died from drink. Whence come
appoplexy, paralysis, dyspepsia, and
q host of other diseases, but from too
much and too rich food taken under
the most imprudent circumstances
And yet we hear of no society form.
ed to prevent this growing vice. A
man eats until he drops down and
expires with appoplexY by the road
side, when up comes the Coroner
with a jury of twelve good men and
true, who pronounce verdict, "Died
from intemperance." L have heard
more than one minister in the pulpit
expatiate with great vehemence
against the sin of drunkenness,
whose very appearance was proof
positive that he was pre-eminently
guilty of gluttony.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
Important Discoveries Regarding
Hydrophobia.

The death of William A. McCor-
mick, of New York city, of hydropho-
bia, or some disease undistinguishable
therefrom by the most eminent physi-
clans, has excited great attention
among the medical fraternity of that
metropolis, and led TO some important
discoveries. There have been two
theories regarding the character ofhy-
drophobia: one, that it is blood poi.
son, the other that it is nervous dis
ease. Investigations by the micro
scope have failed to show any true le-
sion-that is, any diseased part pecu.
liar TO hydrophobia. DIR. Hammond,
who stands at the head of the medical
profession in America, has always CON
tended that there must be some lesion
and that the reason why no lesion has
been discovered was that the investi-
CATION had not been carried far
enough; but believed that such disco
very might be possible with the i'm
proved instruments now in use A
thorough examination has been made
of this case lasting FIVE days. The
medulla oblongata was first examined,
the first section being made through
the spinal accessory nerves, where the
tilaments pass from the medulla. The
reason why this part was examined
was that the greatest force of the dis.
ease seemed TO be in the throat,
larynx, and pharynx. AT different
points in the white and gray matter
which makes mp the body of the me-
dulla oblongata, could be distinctly
seen when highly maenifed, dark
spots of irregular shapes and various
sizes, indicative of extravagated blood.
This appearance was most marked at
origin of the spinal accessory nerves,
indicating the seat of the disease.
The same spots were found at the orr
gin of the fihments of the pneumogas-
trio nerve. These structural changes
of the medulla oblongata show that
the disease is not blood poison, but
a true nervous disease. Another dis
covery in connection with this case is.
that the bite of any dog, however
healthy, may cause hydrophobia; for
the dog whose bite caused Mr.. McCor-
micks death is alive and well, and
never has been otherwise, that scien
tltic investigation or the most careful
inquiry can discover. There is no mis-
apprehension about this point, for the
dog has been positively Unidentified.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
Ceaal Notices.


State of Wisconsin, County Of Grant Town of Laneas-
ter. In Justice Court, before A. Burr, Justice To
John Ross
You are hereby notified that warrant of attach
ment has been issued against you and your property
attached to satisfy the demand of John Willis,
amounting to the sum of Fifteen Dollars (Sl5OO)
Now unless you shall appear before A Burr JUS
ce of the Peace in and for said county at his office
in raid town on the Goth day of July, 1874. at ten
O'Clock NJ, Judgment will be rendered against you
and your property sold to pay the debt.
JOHN WILLIS, Plaintiff.
Dated this 25th day of June 1874 16wl
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16

GABE BoUoK,
J. V. JONES,
X. NJ. HUTCHINSON,
J. B. Days,
L. S. ALLEN,
Committee.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
Horse Corn Planters. Sulky
Hay Rakes, Horse Hay
Forks.
weare also exclusive Agents for the popular
HOWE SEWING MACHINE.
known as the standard machine for family use.
Mason & Hamlin Cabinet
Organs.

We also keep for the accommodation of those who
use machines, extras-to be had at the following
points:
AtANNATON-A full line of Extras for j. P.
Nanny, Excelsior. Ohio Champion and j /. Case
Threshing machines,
Lancsster-With Gillispie & Bsrah.
BoscOhel With Thompson Bros
Mt Hope With Fox lynn.
PiatteviIie-With NJ s. rrewbridge.
Glen Haven-With VIM. Tate.
Little Champion and Prairie City Extras at Lancas
ter; Excelsior extras at Animation and Mt Hope.
Remember that Extras are only sold for cash, and
agents are instructed by the manufacturers not to
sell without the cash in hand.
All those who desire first class machine of any
kind on the best terms especially for cash-will
Fl nd it to their interest to give us a call.
Do not purchase until you examine the above NAM
ed machines in the hands ofour agents as follows:
LANCASTER GILLIsPI e. BORAH.
BLOOMING IONA q MORSE
BOSCOBEL-T BROS
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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1874-07-16
PLOWS,
PUMPS,

The "Halliday" and "Seneca Falls Pumps; also
the Halliday Wind Mill for Stock Wells.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1874-06-28
The Louisiana Savings Bank.

We congratulate the stockholders Of this
young and prosperous institution upon the
occasion Of the announcement. that the
capital stock has been increased to half a
million of dollars. This is an addition of
$3.50, 200, which is thus added to the bank
ing facilities of this city. the whole Of it
comes from England, through the person al
influence, as we learn, of Mr. E. C. Palm er,
the president. This bank, ike all others,
felt very sensibly the effects of tie panic
last fall, which occurred soon after Mr..
Palmer's acceptance of the post of head of
the establie hment. The deposits, which ag-
gregated more than million and a half,
we're drawn down to within one-tenth of
that amount, but everything was promptly
paid according to the rules established by
the Clearing House, of which, however,
this bank was not a member. About the
time the deposits were nearly all withdrawn, u,
the enemies of the bank loudly procla imed
that it was about to succumb, and even
some of its best friends were apprehensive
of disaster. But the able management kept
it well up in the wind; the tide of for tune
turned and it's deposits soon began to in
crease rapidly. 1t is now used by some CT
the shrewdest business men Of the city for
keeping their balances. and we believe it
fully deserves their confidence.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1874-06-28
The Grant Parish Prisoners Fund.

We publish in another column the report
of Mr.. r. s. Howard, the treasurer Of this
fund, which shows the amount received and
from what sources, and the disbursem ents
in detail. IN this connection we are re-
quested to note the fact that the con nsel
engaged for the defense volunteered their
services and declined at first to accept any
thing; but taking into account the very
arduous labors they were required TO per-
form through the protracted trial, the CON-
mittee finally prevailed upon them to ac-
cept the tritles set opposite their names, not
SO much as remuneration, but in some
sense token of appreciation for faithful
efforts. The balance on hand, $l72 73, is
not sufficient by few hundred dollars to
pay the outstanding claims against the
committee. This will probably be raised
by subscription. -
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1874-06-28
Workingmen's Bank.

The attempt of Mr.. Wood to close up the
business of the Workingmen's Bank for
his personal account as a stockholder, was
ended yesterday by Judge Hawkins de
cision on the exception. The prompt peti-
ton of the majority of the stockholders
for Justice had an excellent effect on the
public, and the run, which was promptly
met, and could have been met easily if it
had been twice as formidable, stopped on
its publication. The bank claims to be
able to meet all it's obligations, is in sound
condition as reported by the directors and
the majority of its stockholders and cred
itors are satisfied it's affairs have been man
aged with ability, Mr.. Woods petition to
the contrary notwithstanding.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1874-06-28

VALUABLE IMPROVED REAL ESTATE AND
BUILDINGS AT AUCTION BY THE SHERIFF
Particular attention is called to the sales at
auction TO be made tomorrow at noon, at
the Merchants and AuctiOneers' Exchange,
Royal street, by the sheriff Of the parish OF
Orleans. Said sales comprise;
!. A square Of ground. with the improve
1uents thereon, situated in the Sixth District
of this city llate in the city and parish Of
Jefierson), bounded by Nayades, Pitt, Ma
rengo and Milan streets.
@ All that certain piece or portion OF
ground, together with all the buildings and
improvements thereon, known as the Ex-
position Hall, situated in the the First Dis
trict Of this city, aud fronting on St. Charles
and Carondelet streets, between GirOd and
Julia streets. ~.
3. A portion of ground, with ali the build
iugs and Improvements thereon, situated in
the same district, on Polymnia street, be-
tween Prytania and Nayades streets.
4. A lot of ground, with the buildings and
improvements thereon, situated in the same
district, on Delta and Front streets, be-
tween Lafayette and Poydras streets.
). And all the buildings erected on GER
tain lot of ground, situated on Peters street,
on the Slaughterhouse grounds next to the
water reservoir.
For full particulars and terms see ad-
vertisements. g..
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1874-06-28
Kittredge in the Globe Theatre.

In the course of human events it became
necessary for the rotund and jolly Kit
tredge to leave the exchequer of the Acad-
emy of Music, place he had honored and
graced for many years, go long that it
seemed as if he were permanent fixture.
These are changeable times, and Kit now
intends to set himself up as bona fide
manager, to directly cater 10 the pleas ures
OF amusement seekers he has taken q
lease of the Globe Theatre from the Shak e.
speare Club, and will, early next fall, bring
out uncOmmonly fine variety compa n les,
such as must be welcomed. Hackne yed
performers will be tabooed; clog dan c.
ers and Bowery ballad monstrosities
will not be tolerated; OCCASIONAL y
infant prodigies will be introdu ced
if they possess talent not ground ont as are
tunes from a wheazy hand organ. 1t is in-
tended to work stage reformation and tn 9
lessee has several warm and reliable ba OK
ers whose interest it Is to see him succeed
to the last degree. Tie theatre win be
changed inside and its seating capac ity
comfortably raised to 1900. This simp ly
by way Of reminder that Mr.. Kittredge is
to branch out for himself, which can not
but interest his hosts of friends. We say
progress, Kit, and become a bloated bon d.
holder as soon as possible, 30 your ancien ts
can borrow dime from you when poor
Yorick's skull shall be dug out Of an i'm
aginary grave.
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1874-06-28
Memorial Chancel Window. !.

Recently Trinity Church, on Jackso n
street, Rev. S. S. Harris underwent exten-
sive repairs and some attentions, SO tn at
now it is one Of the most beautiful churches
in New Orleans. The principal feature :,
and an exceedingly attractive one, is the
memorial chancel window to the memory
of the lamented LeOnidas Polk, forme rly
bishop Of this diocese and settled over this
congregation. The material is called an
cient ecclesiastical glass, and was, ma nu-
factured in London to order by a firm
noted for it's talent in that line. There are
three prominent parts, the lower being a
picture ofthe Last Supper, next above, the
Crucifxion, and the top the Ascensio n.
Under each is an appropriate legend in
Latin. The figures are almost perfect, as
clear and distinct as steel engraving; the
colors are bright, yet in excellent order,
blended with artistic taste. 1t is said
that this Is one Of the fines. specimens in
this country, and was erected by the Bishop
Polk Society Of this city. As work Of art
it will attract the attention of all, and con-
noiseurs declare that it is beyond criticism.
1t is so guarded, inside and ont, by wire,
that there is little likelihood of it's being
hroken