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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
FOR the first time in fifteen wears

For the first time in fifteen years
the Democrats have majority 10 Con-
gress. On their side of the House
may be found quite liberal sprinkling
of The men who held prominent posi-
tons in the Confederacy, and also many
of their copperhead sympathizers of
the North. AS may be expected,
these elements wofk together in per-
feet harmony on questions that have
any bearing on the "lost cause" There
has been for several years large num-
Der of wounded soldiers permanently en-
ployed, in and around the House Of
Representatives, who earned their posi-.
tons on bloody fields. The democrats
and ex-rebels deeming these MANNED
soldiers enemies-as perhaps they had
a right to--ousted them all, and filled
many of their places with ex.confed-
crates. We do not say tha. Southern
soldiers ought not to have lucrative ap-
pointments It strikes us, however, as
not being just the thing to turn out I'm
ion soldiers for the sole purpose Of max.
ing room for them. We believe in ''shak-
ing hands over the bloody chasm," but
it does seem to US that the men who
fought to save the Union ought to have,
at least, as many favors as the men who
fought to destroy it. The democrats
ought to have been magnanimous
enough to have retained these crippled
veterans in their positions. All par
ties believe that "to the victor
belongs the spoils," but excep-
tons should be made to this rule, and
the case above cited should have been
one Of these exceptions. We look up
on this move as stepping stone to
pensioning the rebel soldiers and as
Stunning the Southern war debt.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

IT seems proper that the local GEL
cbrations of the Fourth Of July, 1876,
which will be held throughout the
land, shonld be made to contribute to
permanent historical memorial of the
centennial celebration. In each
county provision should be made for
the delivery of an address tracing the
history of that particular community
for the past century. or from the time
of its settlement, and including a
sketch Of its growth, its resources IN
dustries, prospects, etc. These ad-
dresses should be published in uni.
form size-that Of Congressional docu-
ments, for instance--in order that
they may be bound together by States.
10 competent persons the preparation
of such addresses would not be an un-
duly burdensome task; but in the ag-
gregate they would constitute an in
valuable historical repository such as
no nation has ever had the opportun-
ity to collect.
Designations ofthe historians ought
to be made without delay, in order
that they may have time to accomplish
their work 1t is to be hoped that
the press will give general circulation
to the project, and that each journal
will see to its consummation in its own
locality, and that the slight expense
involved be assumed by the county or
town authorities.
The STATUE OF SUMNER.-The
Massachusetts, committee having the
matter in charge have removed the
restriction limiting tie artist to Sit
ting figure, in making the award for
the statue Of the late Senator Sumner
to Thomas Ball The Boston Adper-
tiscr remarks: "From the beginning
and more especially since the exhibit
Etion Of tue models there have been
very decided objections to statue of
Sumner made in that way. Physical.
ly all the conditions tor grand and
noble statue were combined in him;
but they would be, in a measure, lost
if he we're to be- represented in the
conventionally passive attitude of a
Senator off duty Besides that, the
achievements for which he will be re-
membered were gained on his feet.
He was, indeed, most laborious stu
dent, and when in his health was rare
ly absent from his seat But it is for
quite different reasons MS friends have
proposed statue to his memory"
Green Bay Aduocate has been inter-
viewing one of its earliest inhabitants,
who resides in the town of Scott.
short distance from the city of Green
Bay. He was born in Madison county
Kentucky October 3D., 1892, and is,
therefore few weeks over SO years
old He works farm and enjoys
good health. Has not been sick
enough 10 be confined to his bed since
1916, when be had an attack of fever
aud agus. His memory is yet good,
although he thinks it is failing. He
went to Green Bay with the troops in
1916, when the houses and Inhabitants
were very few there. He does not
know of native American white cit
izen who was there at that time and is
still living
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
Lady Lawyers in Supreme Court.

Miss Goodell, of GAINESVILLE, says the
The STATE Journal, is duly admitted
practicing attorney in good standing,
in the Twelfth Judicial Circuit o!
Wisconsin. Having a case in the Su-
preme Court, she sought admission as
Attorney in that tribunal.
1t is not claimed that Miss Godell
lacks tee requisite legal requirements
to practice in the Supreme Court. 1t
cannot beidoubted, we apprehend, that
the ability shown in presenting her
own case is evidence that she can well
present the cases of her clients.
While women practice medicine, preach
and teach successfully, We see no rea.
son why they may not be permitted to
practice law also. The case in which
she is engaged is a very interesting
one. It originated in Jefferson County
and there is woman On each side.
A foster child, or adopted daughter,
had it is alleged, certain property lett
in trust for her by man who died a
few years since. The widow Of the
deceased, it is said made settlement
with the child and promised to pay a
certain sum, and subsequently, refused
to pay it. It is the recovery of this
sum that is in dispute; Col. G. W.
Bird, the Governors private secretary
being attorney for the plaintiff, and
Miss Goodell for the widow, who is
defendant. Thus far, we understan
the offence has been conducted BY
Miss Goodell with marked ability, and
being familiar with the case, she de.
sires to appear in the Supreme Court
and to this the opposing counsel makes
no objection. It is, we believe. one
of the strongest cases yet presented
and being the first in our Supreme
Court will excite general int rest.
The expression of Attorneys so ia,
as We have heard it, is, "Giye Sister
Goodell chance"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
A New Horse Disease.

For several days past another cpl
demic has prevailed among horses in
this city. The new disease is pro-
nounced by skilled veterinary surgeons
to be "Aptha Zartica," or eruptiye
fever. The disease is stated to be even
more contagious than the epizootic,
and unless it is arrested at once will
prove fatal. In several instances in
large stables, where one horse is at
tackled, the disease spreads rapidly
through the stable, aud very few an
finals coming in contact with those af-
fected escape. The first symptoms of
the disease are noticed by peculiar
expression of the countenance; saliva
flowing from the mouth, and moisture
exuding from the eye. In some cases
it is accompanied with troubled breath
ing and considerable f.-e~> Upon OPP
ening the mouth Of an animal stricken
with this malady will be found small
vesicles on the edge and upper portions
OF the tongue and gums. On the third
or fourth days illness large patches of
the covering Of the tongue drop off
and the animal refuses food. The dis
ease, as in other eruptive fevers, wheth-
er in man or beast, runs q fixed course,
and the eruption cannot safely be ar
rested unless proper remedies are i'm
mediately applied. together with good
nursing, which adds materially to the
speedy recovery of the animal, which
may be effected in from six to ten days
- Philadelphia Press.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
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John HEYMANN having recently MADE
q alterations to his Restaurant at IL
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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, and
ether Canadian cities are being search
ed by New York detectives, on the
lcek cut for the fugitive William III.
Tweed.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

CHAs. O'CoNoR-The lingering
illness of Charles O'Conor, the ceie-
brated New York lawyer. is said to
have worn him completely out, and he
longs for death to release him from
his sofferings. Last night his ply
siciaus thought he could not possibly
recover, but now he is getting better.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

Tue CENrENNIAL.-Every week We
I'VE new and encouraging develop
nents relative to the great Centennial
hhibition. The Centennial Commits
sisners have now decided as to the
principal actors in the opening exer-
sises. They have selected Hon. VIM.
n. Evarts as orator, Prof. w. a. Long
hllow as poet, and grandson Of Rich,
ard Henry Lee, of Virginia, as reader
If the American Declaration of Inde-
pendence. This announcement must
give very general satisfaction, for the
ability and popularity Of the orator and
poet are such that their selection will
meet universal approval.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

Rumor says that the Nightingale
orator." Pierce Hyacinthe is now on
the ocean American bound, and con-
sisering a call from a leading Protest
ant church of Boston
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

The once powerful banking firm of
puncan Sherman & Coz, of New York,
have heen declared bankrupts on the
petition of 200 creditors, whose claims
suount to over 100000.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

The trial of General Babcock, on
the charge of completely with the St.
Louis wbisky.ring frauds, has been set
For January IL.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

The following are the committees
On which the Wisconsin Senators will
serve for the coming session: Howe
Foreign Relations, Judiciary, Rail-
soads, and Chairman of Library Com
mittee. Cameron Privileges and
Elections, Commerce and Claims.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

DYNAMITE which caused the terrific
explosion at Bremen Haven, is COM
7osed. of one-fourth infusorial earth and
three-fourths nitro-gl ycerine by weight.
Il resembles graham -four in both APP
pearance and feeling, and is written as
the safest of all the explosives and the
nest effective for blasting purposes.
h has these qualities: Vixen ignited
i The open air it burns very quietly
md slowly: it is not exploded by light,
s5setricity or ordinary shock; it is only
a6seIutely dangerous when under pres
ssrs in home confined space.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
The Mosel Explosion.

w hlle the German Steamship Mosel
was lying at the wharf at Bremerhav-
en- taking on passengers and freight, pre-
paratory to sailing for America, case
of dynamite, which was lying among
the baggage on the dock exploded, kill
ing and wounding 200 persons. AT first
it was thought that some foolish pas
senger had this explosive substance in
his trunk, and that it exploded acct
IDENTIFY, through rough handling But
it has since come to light that dia-
bolical attempt was made by man
named Thomas, to blow up the vessel
when in mid-ocean, for the purpose of
getting insurance money on several
boxes containing rubbish, which he pro-
posed putting OH board the Mosel be-
fore she put to sea. In the midst of
the confusion caused by the explosion
this infamous wretch who was on board
the Mosel. and unframed, driven by a
guilty conscience, attempted suicide,
aud suspicion was at once fastened on
him as being in some way responsible
for the disaster He was arrested and
his wounds cared for, but he repeated
ly tore the bandages from them, and
finally died on Thursday last He,
however, before his death, confessed
that he bad an explosive machine
made, which was the cause of the dis
aster. The dynamite was put into a
barrel divided into two parts, one filled
with dynamite and the other occupied
with clock work so arranged that at
the end Of eight or ten days tie deadly
dynamite would be exploded by sud
den blow. Had his design proved
successful, the result would probably
have been the entire destruction of the
vessel and all on board The loss oflife
would have been much greater and
perhaps the wxld would never have
known what caused the dreadful
disaster. In his confession, he ad-
mitted that he had accomplices living
il New York. 1t is hoped that they
may yet be found and brought to pun
ishmeut for the most dastardly and cold
blooded crime of the 10Th century.
The city of Brooklyn has the honor
of being the birth place Of this whole
sale murderer Thomas He lived in Vir-
ginia during the war, where he made
fortune by blockade running. On the
collapse of the Confederacy he fed to
Germany, where he lived under the as
sumed name of Thomassen. Having
lost his i'll gotten gains by speculation
he sought to replenish his empty purse
at the expense of the Mosel and several
hundred human beings. What mon
ster he must have been to concoct such
a plan through which to make money.
We do not wonder that ne wanted to
die when this fearful conception proved
abortive. IT'S we'll that the world is
rid of Thomas, for modern civilization
knows no punishment commensurate
with his heinous crime.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

Bishop HAVEN, Of Syracuse, N. 7.
created quite ripple on the political
surface two weeks since. at Boston, BY
proposing The nomination Of President
Grant for a third term, before an as
sembly of some 200 Methodist Divines.
According to report, the Bishop, with
stretched up form and rolling eyes"
exclaimed: II herewith, in the name
of the American people and true
Christianity, nominate Ulysses s.
Grant, our worthy President, to third
term in the office of the United States. y
The Bishop in a letter to the New
York Tri6nne denies that be ever
made the above stilted speech, or that
he ever re-nominated President Grant
at all, but instead, simply asked the
brethren to pray for his denomination
This he considers the privilege of any
body of Christians, and he sees no rea'
son why outsiders should NEEDLE or
make it any Of their business.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22
MAYOR P. T. BARNuM and his wifi;

MAYOR P. T. BARNuM and his wife
who are now living at Bridgeport,
Connecticut, being DESTROYS of compan-
ions, recently proposed to two congen-
nj neighbors, Mr.. George Wells and
bis wife, that the two families should
draw lots to determine which should
pass the winter under the others root
tree. MIR. Barnum lost the choice.
and be aud Mrs. Barnum have accord.
Ingly gone to live with their neighbours
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-12-22

pass the winter under the others root
tree. MIR. Barnum lost the choice.
and be aud Mrs. Barnum have accord
ngly gone to live with their neighbors
SPEAKER KERR, of the National
House of Representatives, Monday
hst, announced the Standing Commit
ties. The chairman of the Ways and
Means Committee, which is the most
mpertant, is Hon. W. a. Morrison, of
Illinois. Samuel j. Randall, of Penn
s3lvania, is chairman OF the Commit
tee on Appropriations. ''Sunset" Cox
n chairman of the Committee on
Banking and Currency.
The BLACK HILLS. -Letters from
Sioux City parties in the Black Hills
state that there are at the present
time more miners In the hills than
any previous time; that they are find
ing gold in larger quantities than ever
hefore reported to exist there, and
that the miners don't under any cir
c1mstanccs, intend to leave the hills.
Three men who strayed away from
camp were waylaid and murdered by
Indians recently.
SERGEANT-AT-ARMs.-1f We bad
the say for the appointment of the
8srgeant-at- Arms, of the next Assem-
lily, we should not hesitate long in
sanins Mr.. b. D. Coe, of the White
water Register, for the position. As
N able, active and thorough repub-
Eean he has no superior, and every
body knows he would make the most
popular, agreeable and accommodating
s9seer in the business. We nominate
Hr- Coe for Sergeant-at-Arms.
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The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1875-09-28
THE WHEAT CROP.

Tn, ag, which We published some
l,v, AGO. tina, Grra. Britain would have
,otmpor, 100000 quarters or 100000
bl,hel. Of wheat was very hn..y amply
suili..r,, to make our yit.1er, farmers
anIo,h.-,. irs..r. 'La: treat Britain
I...a a...I Ur. ...- 4....-I @r.n. But if
snyar. aa, felt inclined to hold
back h., gram for this reason,
or even To- allow himself to be
transported with fond dreams Of
wealth rapidly acyumuIating, or has i'm
asined that We were to secure at once the
balance Of trade in our favor, and SO be
cnabIrd to speedily resame specie pay
mrnts, according to the Democratic pol
I,y. he will be likely to be rudeiy DIS
.urh,d. For instance, we notice that
abau. ono-,hird of the wheat grown
In the United States is produced In the
,h-c, States %: Minnesota, Iowa and
Wisconsin, ard TINS ohe'th'ru ''' !"
round numbers h"hdfeu "i'i''o"
bushels. The heavy rams nave u"'''"st''
this crop somewhat IN thosc o'a'es 'n''
year The s.. Paul Dispatch says that
from the most trustworthy inioFm"''"S
that J. ha, been able to Obtain 1t wou'd
seem tia, Minnesota five per cent of
the yltrr lrHdgvt"h LOT Ihe year HaS
The Wheeling daily register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1864-1878, 1875-09-28

stands among ourselves at present, aAd
the result is that the Democratic party
in this county, as it has been heretofore,
is no party, but only collection Of fac
tions, without strength, without power
and completely under the foot OF their
adversarics.
And plainly too, this policy is most
suicidal. If man calling himself
Democrat, is induced to bolt his ticket,
and still desires political preferment in
the future, upon what has he to rely?
Clearly not on his own party, but simply
and only upon pandering to, and con-
sulting the wishes of his opponents; he
cannot be Democrat in the true ac-
ceptation of the term.
Now,we askian Democrats, has not this
game been played long enough? Has
there not been had enough of trucking
to party they profess to despisc? Is it
not time to stop it; time to take new
departure? That time cannot come
earlier than the present, and it is the
manifest duty of every Democrat to
come out now and assert himself, ana not
place himself longer in the double posi-.
tion Of helping to defeat the very prin-
ciples he professes, or permit himself fur
ther to be dependent upon his enemies for
future success. Let the matter be settled
now once for all. If the Democratic
party here is in the majority, let it show
itself. If it's not, then let US know it.
The elections, State, county and Federal,
are too near upon US for our ranks to be
demora!ized, and it is necessary to know
where we stand. Mr. CALDwELLs elec-
tion will settle our Radical and boiling
enemies forever .and hereafter instead Of
sucing for favors, We can control them.
His defeat simply dcbases US, and elevates
our opponents.