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The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30


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f-S The following named gentlemen
are authorized agents for the Journal:
J. B. BARTON, Ball Ground, Chero. Co. Ga.
JAMES PRICE, Ball Ground, +" -
MAJ. ED. DANIELL, Canton, Chero. Co. Ga
T. A. RONEY, P. NJ. Acworth, Georgia.
w. E. ORR Acworth, Ga.
w. H. SIMMONS, Jasper, Pickens, Co. Ga.
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The American Sardine Co.'S Boneess Sar-
dimes, are much better, and less than half the
cost Of imported Sardines..
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of-Hand Local Dots.


Of Hand Local Dots.
We have received several COM
munications too late for this issue.
A FISH can be in seine, as well
as man.
-DABSEY stock is quoted on the
rise.
NEW pupils are constantly re-
ceived at the Marietta Female Col
lege.
THE Congressional election, so
long talked Of, comes off next Tues
day.
-OUK young men have organic
ed an orchestra with a membership
of twenty-five persons.
The Sunday Press, neat pa
per from Griffin, by VIM. D. Ran~
dali, graces our table. Suck-cess.
We have received the first
number of the Covington Star, by
]. w. Anderson, neatly printed and
ably edited.
MIR. Elan Christian, formerly
Of the Acworth Monitor, has cons
nected himself with the Sparta
(Ga.) Times.
HARDIN, the Radical candidate
for Congress in the 9TH district, has
flooded Marietta with his circulars
to catch votes. The unsuspecting
had better be discreet.
The union service of the Mars
eta churches will be held at the
Methodist church next Sunday
night.
Our many people who attend
ed the State Fair, are now at home
nursing mashed toes, and vowing
they couldn't see nothing for the
people.
The "pickpockets" at the Fair
must have indeed felt ashamed of
themselves after riAing a certain
editors pocket Of a Gne-tooth comb,
tooth pick, complimentary tick
ct, and two stub pencils.
MIR. Massey received a delight
full serenade from Andrew Rogers
string band. The melody of sweet
sounds was highly appreciated
The band is one of the best in the
State.
THE Jail is uncomfortably full
Of prisoners. VIM. Johnson, a col,
ored s'indiwidual," who on the 9Th
of September broke open and rob-
bed DR.. N. N. Gober's residence at
Smyrna, was captured at Acworth
on the 18th and placed in Jail in
this place.
-PoLIrIcIANs are still prating
about '.rings," and swearing the
'country is going to ruin" while
our farmers are daily bringing in
cotton and pocketing the money for
the same. God bless the farmers,
thew are the ones who make our
country bloom with beauty and
abound with plenty.
"A YOUNG friend, with crack
ed accordion, followed some serena
ders the other night, and 'saluted the
young man in the house BY singing,
Little -, won't you come out
to-night, won't you come out to-
night, and dance by the light OF the
moon ~ For this sweet serenade,
he had showered upon him peck
of apples and boquet.
-MARRIED-In Acworth, on last
Sunday morning, by Rev. J. U.
Ryles, Mr.. L. A. Litchfeld to Miss
Mamie Parkinson. The attendants
were ]. E. Cooper, james Tanner,
John Nichols, VIM. Parkinson, and
Miss Lucinda Butler, Miss Kate
Emanuel, Miss Sallie Tapp and Miss
Lrla Dean. We wish the couple
much happiness and prosperity
VIZ ask especial attention to
the 'scall," signed by number OF
our citizens, for the purpose OF IN
augurating some means to enllven
the winter evenings by lectures.
concerts, &c. The object is good
one, and one we heartily endorse,
knowing if properly conducted 1t
will be conducive of pleasure and
intellectual culture. 1t was incon-
,an;ont N get the signature of every
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

"A new supply of Cheese and crackers,
Hams, and many other new goods, Call and
examine our stock. McClatchey Il Reynolds,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

"A fresh supply of Groceries at MoCutch
con 81 Co.'S, selling at bottom prices.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

We have just received choice lot Of
mackerel and cod fish, McCatchey g. Rpy-
nolds.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

III you want the best Tea the market at
fords, go to Leake IL Hunts.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Apples, apples, apples. Onions, onions
onions. Just from the North at McClatohey
g. Reynolds.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Buy your cow food at Mansfeld's, and
have rich milk and fat cows
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Toilet and common soap of all kinds at
Leake g. Hunts.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

BRING your wild game to the Restaurant
of A. C. Heggie and get the cash for it.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Genuine No. Mackerel at Leake &
Hunts,
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Lime the cheapest aud best in the market
at McClatchey & Reynolds.s
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Those California Pears at Nee latchey g.
Reynold' are SO nice.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

BestFrench Candies, Nuts, Raisins, Gu
rants, &C., at Leake q Hunts.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Il large lot Of Coffee and Sugar ja.t re-
c.iged al siecuieb~ou's.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Call at McClatchey ~ Reynolds and be
supplied with fresh fish and oysters.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Fresh Cove Oysters, Tomatoes. Corn and
Green Peas at Leake & Hunts.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30
Marietta Savings Bank.

The Books for subscription to the proposed
increase of the Capital stock of the Marietta
Savings Bank are now open at the office o
said Bank.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30
Job Printing.

The journal has an extensive supply Of
material for Job Printing and are prepared 70
do every description Of work desired by the
dublic generally. Our prices are low, work
,nanship unsurpassed and perfect satisfaction
given. Fancy and coIored work in good style.
Bill posters, cards, blanks, pamphlets, circn-
'ars, biI-heals, &c. sIl done with neatpsss. =
We keep good stock Of printing stationery on
hand. Give Us trial.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Grants son, Frederic, has mar>
ried Miss Honore, of Chicago, the
daughter of millionaire.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

One car load of Virginia Salt at McCutch-
cons.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Look well to your interest and buy you
groceries from McClaichey & Reynolds
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

ELlAER, or
GUM OPIUM.
It Positively Produces Permanent
Cure.
III L is strange yet true. that 80 a rule II 10 the
III brightest intellects, the hest members Of so.
ciety that become addicted to this diseased appe-
lite. habit which makes them slaves, be-
clouds the minds. ruins their dispositions, and
gives them in their more natural moments a
hatred OF self as well as feeling that everybody
despises them--to such an extent that snciety
has no charms. But thanks to the Giver Of all
good, this morbid terrible habit, and degraded
condition. as well as all Of the desire and feeling
for opiates in any form is soon removed by this
remarkable antidote, entirely so, and the wa
keutd body and mind are invigoraied. given re-
uewed health until love and hope take the placs
Of dependency and doubt. Though you may
not be afflicted with the habit Of using NOR
PINE, LAUDANuM, or other forms Of OPIUM,
some friend may be, and you know itnot there
fore let me ask you in the name of suffering
humanity to pass this on. BY so doing you
may reap the reward Of those who do good
DELAY NOT
All correspondence strictly confidential. For
further particulars, and in sending orders from
any Of the Southern States, address
b. n WO0LLEY,
General Agent for the Southern States.
No. 3S South Broad ST., Atlanta. Ga
aprill0--tf
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

Boots and Shoes in grea. yA-'ety at Me-
Cutcheon d. Co.'S.
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Pickens sheriff's Sale.

LNTILL be sold on the first Tuesday 10 De
w cember next before the court house
door during the legal hours If sale 10 Piekens
county, Ga, Eighty acres west bali of lot OF
and No 81, In the 18th dist and I'd section Of
said county. Levied on by virtue Of fila is
sued from Justices court 103Gth dist G. n. in
favor Of john NJ. Long vs.. John NJ. Bailey
Levied on as the property Of defendant. Levy
made and returned 70 me by j.. W. Taylor, L. G.
Oct. 23d, 1874. printers fee 5000
A. w. Davis, Sheriff.
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Go to Mansaeld's for COW food.
The Marietta journal. [volume] (Marietta, Ga.) 1866-1909, 1874-10-30

"a choice lot Of sugar cured canyassed
hams at McCutcheon g. Co.'S.
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A. VAN WYCK, Cashltf
Marietta. Ga, Sept. 10Th. 1874.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26
oysters cTeryway at Walther's.


The Opera House Billiard Parlor.
The fancy billiard room OF Ottawa is undOubt'
ed!y Bodwell's Opera House Billiard Parlor. 1t
is located on the ground -four of the Opera House,
fronting on La Sale street, and two entrances
through the basement. The billiard p0rlor has
lately been prepared with handsome pannel and
billiard paper. The brilliant light which comes
through the glass front on the west and the
large round windows on the north is nicely sof-
tened and melowcd by the peculiar tint Of the
paper. The tables are two new style Cellar me-
l!um, and of the very best quality. Besides this
is a magnificent eighteen ball pool table of The
latest and best make. Below the billiard room
is the bar. II is a coy and neat place. The fan
IS ut glass, unique bottles, and handsome orna-
mcnts set the bar of in style. Everything ir
this room is elegant and scrupulously clean
from the shining glasses to the white apron on
the gentlemanly dispenser OF fluids, and even
The towels for the customers use are all neat and
correct On the quality of the goods no COM
mcnt is needed. They are the best that money
can buy. Call and see Bodwcll.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26
Trask is the popular jewelcr.

A CARPESTBr-Among the rev enterprises
at Serena is new carpenter shop, opened by
Mr.. Geo. Campbell. He is prepared to put up
houses and bars in the best style and on as rea-
sonable terms as tirst-class workman can afford
He will also keep supply of doors, sash, win
dow blinds, nails and glass, and sell at as low
figures as any one at Ottawa or any ncighboring
town. Mr.. Campbell put up Mr.. Irenus Brow.
er's barn, a job which speaks for his superior
workmanship. The barn is one of the best ar
ranged and most convenient in La Sale county
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ACE. Nv 2Wl N.,2 NJ. q H.6M.l

Twelve lines OF Agate make one square.
Advertisements not under contract must plainly
NAKED sha length OF time desired they will be contn.
oec and charged TOR until ordered ont
Business an PROFESSIONAL cards met exceeding Ave ies)
Inserted a. Ave dolas per aEnun oYerhve nos ore dol
sr -er nne extra.
rraasen. as7e.s.a: i. s eases to be paid strictly IN
Advance.
II Yearly a1ye!t':eis itoaauiIg their advertise
eas before the expiration ofthe contract will chaTg
cd fall rates Extra charge viii also be made
or DISSOLUTION And otAe. rot connected with their
Scgaiar business.
Local notices. :itc cepts nor line
~ IN no case viii tnese terms he departed from.
~ The date tie slip Which tao subscrioeTs ns2s
Is pfG @ rdc aes the time wien the subscription expires
Persons Sso have paid for the FEgE TRADER should be
careful notice the Gate the slip corresponds 20
she dae which they have paid AZ uo'lfy hs
publishers ofany discrepancy.
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Scott Bros. * Co.
To the People.

Mex. weeks FREE TRADER will contain a
lengthy review Of the business Of Ottawa for the
year 1874 It is being compiled with the great
est possible accuracy and will be u document of
great interest both to our business men and citi-
2ens generally. Already several hunared extra
copies have been ordered. To those desiring
papers containing the Cuisines review" we
would say leave your orders for the FREE TRADER
OF January ID, 1875 at once at Osman 6 Hapc-
mans book store.
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After Christmas Low sells toys at cost.

GILBERT gypsy, II French physician of over
thirty-fve years practice, the last ten OF which
have been in st. Louis, has permanently located
in Ottawa. Ee comes with recommendations Of
sterling worth and is worthy Of the confidence
of the people Fills Office and rooms are at the
Clifton Hotel. See his card elsewhere
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26
For watches 20 to DickcY's.

SPLENDID MgArs-Thc display Of fancy meats
for Christmas, at Viewers market was the best
that we had ever seen in this city. Frank But
trick, the celebrated carpenter of meats, is the
artist who got up the display. The shop cxhib-
its all the varieties of beet, mutton, pork, veal
and smoked aad dried meats that one
could wish for or expect to find in any Arst-class
establishment.
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We noticed on Thursday very fine displays o.
meat al f. Weaver * Cos. aad Sam Dryfuss's
markets It certainly is gratifying to see that Il
spirit Of rivalry has taken possession Of our
Jloody merchants, and we doubt not that all the
hungry will secure square meal by calling
upon either Frank or Sam before ii is to late
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26
DENTISTRY vs.. PHOTOGRAPHY.
Discovery nv w, T.. Bowman.

gFreQuently persons anxious to expedite VIII
insist upon having teeth extracted or repaired be-
fore setting for photographs. VIC have dlscov-
cred that they generally do so at the expense OF
good or pleasing expression in their likeness.
| would therefore suggest that you 81; for pic.
lures first, unless your dentist can convince you
that you will be better looking after the opera.
ton, W Z. BOWMAN.
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PEEsON,L-We were pleased to tice: our Cd
time friend Mr., \. G. White, Of Sandwich. who
paid u social call on Wednesday. He was on
Brick Pomcgoy's Dl.o-ToiwAcn We Becmu,l,ye-e
a contributor to that spry paper.
Mr.. Geo Frary, an old resident ot Serena, a
good looking young raan, democrat, aad there
fore an honest msa-thc modest work 81 nature
goes wet 20 Atlantic, Iowa, 10 grow up with the
country and make radicals sick, or convert :hcin
to democracy.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

Tie annual meeting Of the Aca5sfnyof N,tur-
al Sciences viii occur on the lst Thursday q
January. Z; which time the officers will be
elected for the coming year 1t 5 desired shat
there hc full attendance.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

The annual rental of pcws IN tie ~ CoE-rc-
cat-onal Church Of Ottawa for the ensuing year,
from January LIST, 1876, will take place ct the
Church on Tuesday evening, Dec - II is hoped
that all desiring seats will be present e. that
time aud maze their selections
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

For SALE--A lirst-class livery stable, we'll
stocked with horses and carriages and doing as
good business a. any stable in Ottawa. For
further particulars, terms, &c, apply to Mrs. j.
p. Rhodes, Ottawa, r..
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26
Home made candies, at Ebert's.
SueCial Notice.

Persons intending to get fine pictures before
he holidays should remember that the time is
rowing short, and good JOB Of work is fire.
luently spoiled tor want Of lime to complete it
properly. W f, BOWMAN Photographer.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

The travelling public soon learns the good and
the bad qualities Of a hotel keeper, and Il iavor-
The owe 10 less than i.avoid, The Other With
Frank ". Wentworth q. manager, the new ",ltcr.
man House" az CLicaSo, Ina, nothing H. fear
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26
C'Crowley sells stoves.

On Tuesday evening some unknown person
borrotro3, without the consent Of the owner there
OF, pair &C horse blankets, the collars oil his
aorse5 and the lines out of his harness, all be.
longing TO Mr. Jola Crane, firmerliyiu= north
u this CITY.
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yORBING DEPARTMENT.

Oar facilities for dong al kinds oil job Work in tAe va
rous styles tEc art, not surpassed in this section
and respectfully solicit those wishing Gaythiac don"n
t1isine give call. by the ud!cious ani hnera use
Of ink many mans iorturea as hceu made, sno
the Geld rs still oIea. Try 1t.
Orders by mail promptly sttentedto.
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Latest STYLES Of Hacks, Carriages and Sugg;es,

TO prices 20 suit times, Parties, Weddings Funerals
Pic Nics &C. 81 ppe with good gs short notice, and
Funerals IN the country adjoining towns promptly At
tended 20, Persons taken and from the depos, or 70 TIE
country, night day. ~ eEemBcr the pace-oa Madi
On s'seer, nPar the swing bridge. ~
June ., asa. PETER aGAN.
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~ LoILdly p-e.eats. III % McCnIn,-.

CHRISTMAS Toys-Iiess at tie New Eu.l1n!
bakery Is on hand with the best assortment OF
fancy candies and al sorts of fancy holiday Toys
in town.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

We club the FREE TRADER with tLr Chicago
Daily Pos'os6 Na2ior .5Jpary ear,pOsiagc paid
on both. and with the Weekly Post au.' V,f az
sis per year, postage pa.dlon both
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

The Daniels Wick, iot l1mr-, q. -aid To- bee 1as-
explosive and to afford = brilliant uniform light.
saving OIL, &c. r. NJ Lawrence j. agent
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

The Hon. T Lyle Dckey, Of Chicago, ale AS
CHRISTMAS turkey in Ottawa
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Livery ( Feed Stable.
PETER EGAN

woud respectfully anrouncs the citizens of Ottawa and
vicinity that be has OF The choicest Livery stocks In TINS
city. al the City Stables, such as the
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

!. AlschuleE Is selling his fuc beaver and chin
ehius ovsrcoa.' a. y per cent. ices than sold
he.eta.o.c.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

The best place 10 get any thing In &c loot or
shoe lire j. at J. NcsaiHa's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

Ifyor viii chew, use the Fountain.
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LOCAL MATTERS.
ottawa Pos! Office .

PRAIRIE Centre Wednesday and Saturday 2ooPM 1870 y
Slgnt MAJ. 100; :sn,T
Apnil, 1915. j. k.CaHEhO''F'h'
CONDENSED TIME TABLE,
Chicago. Book Island and Pacific Railroad
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

locO pounds @; candy at 81 cents, at Frcdmau',.
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Received this Week.

Two cases of Good
style dark fast colored
prints, at 73c.
J. case of dark ging-
hams at lac. New
stock Of bleached and
brown sbeetings of ev-
cry grade at bottom pri-
Ices.
New stock Of Water
Proofs, very cheap.
Large stock Of Furs at
very low prices.
50 dozen Kid gloves
at - cts. per pair.
A large stock of white
and opera shades Of kid
gloves very cheap.
ID. KEENAN, 4 co.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1874-12-26

Mrs. oMca-a is the cheapest miIiner in town
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1874-01-15
RANDOLPH.

/ s ~ Tea t9tF X f n
tCorres spohdenee-l
The heavy ice storm " hfch prevailed
over large section of this part of the
country, was the most damaging of
any ice storm in the memery of our
Inhabitants Fruit trees, shade trees,
and forest trees have all suffered Sc
verely limbs broken OF and trees
turned ap by the roots, strsss he for
ests in every direction. The Sugar
trees have suffered sosInueh that fears
are entertained by many thai. it will
curtails 70 n large extent, the sugar
crop the eerning seasons The weather
has been fld-thermometer but few
degrees below freezing, andnot much
wind. Had the wind prevailed to any
great extent the destruction woul1
have been fearful.
On the 7th inst, was celebrated the
fifieth anniversary of he stallation
of the Rev. Joseph Merriam, as pastor
of the Congregational Church. Of this
place. The weather was such as to
prevent many from attending the
meeting. The historical facts present
ed by the pastor were Of edeh char
acler that it was thought advisable to
have the discourse printedl ia the
county papers. It will make very
important chapter in our township
and county history.
Deputy w. Williamson, of RaEenha
was present on the 9Th inst. to install
the officers of Randolph Grange No.
1l9. At the same meeting, Charles
Mecham, David Simison and Lewis
Hine were elected as trustees Of the
Grange. Cornelius Wise, VIM. Brock
EFT, II. d, Smalley and David sfmison
were elected to represent the Grange
in the County Council.
Last year some feeble efforts were
made toward obserying the week Of
prayer and keeping up union prayer
meetings, bat many vagged their
heads and said ah ah This year the
week of prayer passes by without any
attempt at a public observance. The
union prayer meetings have very
feeble and precarious existence. "Ver-
lily, ye are The lights Of the world, aud
the salt Of the eartk &e.S 3.
Randolph, January 10th, 1874.