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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Watertown TURNER Society.

From Insignificant numbers the Water
town Turner Society has grown into a
large and important organization. The
building of the society, erected on one of
the best and most central sites in the CITY.
is an ornament TO our place and insures 10
the public one of the finest halls for enter
tanments in the state When the society
purchased the block and commenced their
building it was under circumstances not of
encouraging or favorable character. To
accomplish the objects in view credit had
to ae employed, good security, however.
being given to those who advanced the
means to carry on the work. So success
full has the society been in its business at.
fairs that the treasurer, Mr. Max Schubert.
announces that he is ready to redeem all
the outstanding bonds and coupons held
against the society, and all such will be
promptly paid by presenting them to him.
The Turner Society ought to be congratu-
lated over the present prosperous condition
of the orga anization and the bright future
before them
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
The Best Protection.

The best safe guard against epidemic dis
ease are thorough digestion and firm nerves
1t is because they assure the regular per-
ormance of the digestive process, and in-
vigorate the nerve system that Hostetter s
Stomach Bitters are such sovereign pro
tective az ainst the influences which beget
intermittent maladies, and those which di-
rectly affect the stomach ard bowels. If
the nerves are healthfully tranquil, the as
similation of food perfect, as they are sure
to be under the influence Of this standard
tonic and nervne, malaria may be defed
and it, in the absence of the mos: reliable
of medical safeguards, the system has fal
len prey to disease OF an intermittent or
a remttent type, the Bitters will, if persist
ed in, eradicate every vestige ofthe malady.
Biliousness, constipation and dyspe psia
yield with equal certainty to the operation
of this potent vegetable Alternative.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

Hon. E. w. keyes.

The following extract from CON-
plimentary notice of Hon. E. W. Keye.
in the Green Bay Gazette, SO fully
expresses our sentiments with refer
ence to the zeal aud efficiency with
which he managed the late political co.,
test that we adopt the same fully anrs
heartily Mr. Keyes is well deserving of
all the good things that are being said
of him by our cotemporaries for the
vigor with which he pushed the enc
my to the wall, and the brilliant re
suits achieved through his untiriDe
efforts: sa
1--WE desire to add our tribute of
praise to Mr. Keyes, for the vigor ons
manner ip which the last campaign uss
conducted, and to congratulate him Oh
the brilliant success which has attend
ed his efforts. To him more than any
one else. we think, is due the credn
of that success. His personality was
infused into the canvass throughout
the through actual presence or
through an immense correspondence he
made himself felt in every assembly
district in the State. He was unre
hitting and untirlng in his attentions
to the reformers, keeping them coz
stantly on the defensive, and pouring
in stream of bot shot that told on
their demoralized ranks like a mitrail
leuse.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Jefferson County Board.


Board of Supervisors which adjourned last
week, settled Che matter regarding the
building of the new county Jail aud sheriff
residence. 1t will be remem bered that Mr..
Charles Stoppenbach took the contract for
the building at So 1000, but at the meeting
last spring demanded another Sc 900 for ex-
tras claimed to have been incurred by order
of the building committee of the board,
Messrs. Cornish and Kellogg Mr. Stoppen-
hach's bill of $4,000 for building the Jail
was allowed, but the taxpayers of the
county entersda strong protest against pay
ing so per cent. more 10 Mr. Stoppenbach
than his contract called for. Mr.. Stoppen-
bach rested his claimed against the county
until the extras be put into the building
were looked orer aud reported upon BY
proper committee, to report at the recent
meeting of the board. The committee ap-
pointed for the purpose was as follows:
H. W Brooks Edward Johnson. John Sell,
O. P. Dow and Gideon Ives. Mr. Mayer, of
this city, made an estimate of the extras
tor the committee and reported them al
$5, 45703. Deducting two items ordered
by the board 3o2.4S, the totai balance due
Mr.. Stoppenbach was s., La So The COM
mittee reduced the estimate made by Mr..
Mayer sui more, leaving the balance due
MIR. Sioppen bach tor extras $4,000.
The committees report led to con-
siderable discussion, and while all agreed
that Mr. Stoppenback shoud be paid for the
extra amount he laid out there was some
difference OF opinion as to the amount
that would REIN burse him under the CIR
cumstances. Some favored paying $4,000
and some $3, 500, but the report was finally
adopted and Mr.. Stoppenbach was allowed
the $4, 500 for extras by the following vote:
AYEs-Messrs. Sell, Copeland, Brooks
Phillips, Green, Ives Dow, Porter, Leonard
sen, Giles, Wollensack, Bennett, Miller,
Johnson, Sweeney and Breckenridge
NAYEs --Messrs. Spoor. Coburn, Cramer,
Blakely, Huebner, Willard, White Hbbard
and Whittet-s. MIR. Stoppenbach not vot-
ing.
We still adhere to the opinion that the tax
payers have been imposed upon in this mat
ter, but we think the committee ordering. the
changes and additions 10 the original plan
are most at fault 1t is seldom that con-
tract for a building hits so wide the mark
as in this instance, and in all reason it does
not seem just the thing that the building of
our new comfy jail and sherff's residence
should cost one-Ihird more than the con-
tract calls for. The only consolation left
the taxpayers, is in the fact that by the mai
ter being STAYED off to this time there was
81, 800 saved
The Board fixed the salaries of county
officers as follows: County Judge; 81, 900;
County Clerk, 81 1000; County Treasurer,
380o; District Attorney, $500; Supernten-
dent of Schools, $500; Coroner, mot includ-
ing fees), $50. This is an increase of 5000
on the salary of County Clerk and District
Attorney.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
The Alps and Glaciers.

Professor Winchells lecture on the
"Alps and the Glaciers" delivered at
Turner Hall last Monday evening, all
things considered, was well attended.
Notwithstanding there was some points of
interest connected with the lecture, it
hardly met the general expectations OF
the audience, and we think added nothing
to the reputation of the Professor for
whom considerable research and ability
are claimed. In tact as. we heard it ex-
pressed there was too little lecture and too
much illustration of a rather cheap char
acter.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Real e S state.

The following is correct list of the
transactions in real estate in Jefferson
County ia this vicinity, as returned to
the Office of the Register of Deeds, up to
Saturday November l3th
Metcalf Thayer to Fred. Brattes a. in
the town ofIxonia, $220.
John Pohlman to FIR. Nuremberg a.
town of Aztalan, $400.
John Freidel to Henry Ahrens, 1t l3 & pt
blk g. Prentiss' add, Watertown $42o.
VIM. Vohlmann, to H. Hugo Schroeder,
Its / & IL, blk 3. PIentjss add, Water
town, $l,762.
Pauline schitz to VIM. Dittlener, IL q.
town Of Concord, $6,76O.
Chas. Kieson to John Helm, 80 a town
Pennington, $4,000.
0. G. Ervig to J. D. Bullock, l60 a. town
Pennington, $4,000.
Nath G. Ransom to Her. Rnders 100 a.
town of Concord, $4,7O0.
Rev. VIM. Corbey to Pat. McCabe, pit Its
8 & 10 blk 4. I'd Ward, Walertown, $500
Henry Hugo Schroeder to Fred. Kronitz
pit 1t blk %, 20 Ward, WatertoWn, So, l2t
Meltdna Benton to Laura Benton, 40 a
town of Milford $1,000.
Cstharne Sam to Ann L, Fischer, 1t 9
blk Z, Lake Mills, $1,000.
Il. Schake to w. Kurzweg. 1t l. blk 2,
lst Ward, Watertown, S,40o.
Theo Prentiss to An1nn DENIES, pt 1t 4;
7th Ward, Watertown, 5000
Ass JOS. Wriwht to Frank Wright, pit It's 5;
| & 8, blk 8, 7th Ward, Watertown, $46.
| P. D.. Basford to Thomas Masters, Its 81
81, 35, 81 Il SO, blk Is, 7th Ward, Water
! town, $500.
Carl Roller to A; Lnpke, 20 town O.
Aztalan, $40.
Henry Vau Duren to Aug. Filenns, 70 a.
| town OF Pennington, So, 700.
Lydia A. Teseher to Robert V allace, lts
4 l. 6, blk 8, Lake Mills,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

Last Saturday forenoon ex-Revenue
Agent, S. ]. Conklin, was arres ted in Mill
waukee by Deputy Marshal Simpson. He
is charged with completely In the whiskey
frauds Low being investigated in that city
He gave bail in The sum of So 900 to appear
for examination before the Court Commits
sioner. The examination will probably
take place tefore Boodgood some day this
week. Mr. Conklia strongly maintains b is
innocence
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Dodge County Items.
JUNEAU. Nov. 9Th. 1875.

JUNEAU, NOV. OIL, o 10.
COUNTY CoURT.--A regular term Of the
County Court of this county begins. here
this morning, quite number of cases are
to be tried.
COUNTY BoARD--The Board of Supervi-
sors, at their late session which terminated
on Friday last, appointed J. w. Perry, Of
Minnesota junction, as Poor Agent in place
Mr.. Hitchcock. The selection is general
~ considered good one, and was maoe
from among Is to 20 applicants. Mr.. Per-
ry has for several years been carrying on
an extensive lumber trade at Minnesota
Junction, but his delicate health obliges
him to retire from this business. The
Board leased to Messrs Rambusch & Mertz
for the term of 90 years, sc feet in width off
the;pubic square, Immediately opposite the
Juneau House for the erection of brick
building which will be commenced early
in the spring.
POLITICAL Hardly is the political cam
paign over, before the pins are being set fou
next years. There is great activity among
the office holders who wish to be rene min
ated or at least name their succersors, and
among those who desire to obtain the re-
nomination on the Democratic ticket whic
generally is considered equal 10 an election
Ladies Furs Repaired, by Angus
Schiller.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
% ark Txyain's New Book,

Mr. a. NJ. Thayer is now canvassing the
city for very prettily bound volume, en-
titled Sketches by Mark Twain The
book contains short sketches on all most all
subjects written in Marks inimitable style
so familiar to all. This is just the book to
pick up and read few minutes at time.
as none of the articles cover more than a
half dozen pages. The book is only sold
by subscription and those who have here
tofore found pleasure in Mark Twain s
other books should not fail to secure thi 8
one
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

ton designating Thursday, Nov. 26th, ss
day of Thanksgiving and Prayer, the sa me
day that has been set apart by President
Grant for National Thanksgiving. At
St. oaul's Episcopal Church the usual
Thanksgiving service will be held at 1890
A. NJ, Rev. S. K. Miller officiating. At the
Methodist Episcopal Church Union Thank
giving service will be observed with ser.
mon By Rev Mr.. Hendrickson ef tie Con-
oregational Church.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Club Dances,

Mr.. A. J. Rutherford will open series
of Club dances at Music Hail. Thursday
evening of next week. Those attending
will receive lessons in the latest styles of
dances, and pleasant parties may be expect
ed. All who desire to become experts in
stssripping the light fantastic toe" cam OF do
better than by placing themselves under in
structions Of Mr.. Rutherford.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
State Treasurer's Report.

We have received copy of the annual
report of the State Treasurer, Hon. F.
Kuehn, for the fiscal year ending Septen-
Der Both, 1875. The amount of state tax
received from Jefferson County is Sic, 381,-
IS. Among the disbursements the county
received 50, 342, IA as its apportionment of
school money. Drainage fund $135, IL; de-
linquent tax fund $l7,56.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
PERSONAL.

Rev. Father T. x. Etschmann, of ST..
Henris Church, returned last Friday from
a six months visit to Tyrol, his native
country. Judging from his appearance he
has greatly enjoyed his trip and evidently
had pleasant visit among the Tyrolese-
Mr.. W. B. Folds, of Oshkosh, some years
ago one of our fellow townsmen, passed a
portion of last Friday in the city, visiting
bis old friends and acquaintance.
Rev. e. B. Cummings, the former pastor
of the Methodist Church, but now an sshon-
est miller of Clinton Junction. was in town
last week looLrlf elive ~. hapf,
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Pohlmann & Dittes.

UTOULD announce to the citizens of
w Watertown and vicinity that they
will continue the well known Boot and
Shoe business which has been carried on by
the firm of Schmidt, Polhmann h Co., said
firm having been dissolved by Mr.. A.
Smiths death, under the firm name of
Pohlmann & Dittes. They always keep on
hand a full line of the finest and beet of
men's Calf and Kip Boots, Ladies Serge
Caters and Goat .Shoes made particularly
for their trade by Jos. Miller b Co., Racine;
Misses and Children's Shoes, and all kinds
Of warm winter goods. Repairing neatly
done. We invite all to come and see US.
All work warranted. F. PUHLMANN,
E. DITTES.
NTOTICE.-All persons indebted to the
IL late firm of Schmidt, Pohlmann & Go.
will please call and settle q II accounts with
out delay, and all who have claims against
said firm will please present them to
POHLMANN h DITTES.
Successors to Schmidt, Pohlmann & Go
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
ed Hay.

Mr. George P. Mathes is making ar
rangements for doing an extensive bust
ness in the shipment of pressed hay from
this place the present season. He has
recently built an addition to his barn on
the corner of 5th and Spring streets ca
pable of containing large quantity of
hay, where it is pressed with a machine
and made ready for market.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
Junction Hotel.

Mr.. n. w. Pierce expects the plans and
specifications for his new hotel building
at the railway junction in few days, and
the work on the building will be COM
menced forthwith. Mr.. Pierce will oc-
cupy portion of the house as soon as
possible. His many friends hope TO see
him firmly established in business before
long.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
New Hotel Protect.

Mr.. A F. Mannegold, proprietor Of the
cd stories of John w. Coles block, corner
Of Main and I'D streets, for term of fif-
teen years, and will fit them up for hotel.
Mr.. Mannegold expects to have his new
hotel in running order by the Ist of next
April.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
ECONOMY.

In these close, hard times economy ought
to be tthe word IN every house. It is not
economy to use adulterated Baking Powder
at high price or cheap saleratus, when D.
B. DeLand Il Cos Best Chemical Salerdtus
can be procured at only slight advance
over interior brands.-Try Best Chemical
Saerstne md yon viii ever use it; we
know ttom evperie4ce.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

row occurred at dance at Oakland
Centre, in this county, on Friday night re-
sulting IN the shooting of Tom O Brien, ef
Lake Mills, by John Dechant, a saloon
keeper, of Oakland. Dechant used shot
gun, the charge lodging IN the breast
. Brien. He was bleeding badly al last ac-
counts. and 1t is feared the result will be
fatal. Both parties were intoxicated.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24


ROLL OF HONOR.
Under this head will be given, each
week, the names of those students whose
department and applica to study, dur
ing the preceding week, gave entire salts
faction to all the Officers, Professors and
Projects of the Institution.
Rev. P. W. CONDON, President.
P. easy. Chicago, III.
D. Gallagher, Watertown, Wis.
F. Krebs, Watertown, Wis.
W, Kelly, Watertown, Wis.
F. Mullen, '' +"
j. Mullen, "
H. Maloney, Harvard, Ill.
A. McCabe, Watrrtown, Wis.
NJ. Moore, Tomah, Wis.
G. Mulhall, Nevada, Ill.
NJ. Norton, Watertown, Wis
II. Newens, Port Washington, Wis.
M. 0. Malley, West Port. Wis.
NJ. Pentony, Gran vile, Wis.
N. Pierron, Dacada, Wis.
A. Keuch. Columbus, Wis.
A. Schmidt, i" I"
F. Shea, Milwaukee, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
w anted.

For the Chicago and Eastern markets 100
tons of dressed poultry and any quantity of
wild game for the holidays. Ship the same
to H. Ballard l. Co, General Commission
Merchants and Shippers, fs5 jackson ST.,
'hicago, Ills, and receive the highest mar
It prices in cash. See card in another col
Uuu.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

EROM THE ENCLOSURE, FRIDAY,
Il Nov. 18th, of the undersigned, Red
Cow with some white spots. about 6 years
old, of medium size and with short thin
horns. Whoever shall return said Cow to
me- or give Information where she may be
found, will be literally rewarded
CHRIST. STAATS,
Sd st. Watertown, Wis
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
The Wisconsin Atlas.


An enterprise of great Importance to Wis
consin, and which justly from the first has
enlisted the favor and patronage of its cti-
Zens was inaugcrated some months ago by
Messrs. Snyder, VanVechton Co. We
need scarcely say that we refer to their
new Illustrated Historical Atlas of Wiscon-
sin, on which a large lumber of experienc-
ed men have been engaged during the past
summer. This work has long been needed
and will be when completed, cyclopadia
of State information which should be in
every household and place of business in
Wisconsin. 1t will not only contain large
maps of every county and plans of all cities
and county seats, but also a history of the
State, and of every county separately, and
such large amount of other important in
formation pertaining to the numerous and
varied interests of our favored state as to
make it unusually desirable tor every citi-
zen. Every township, village and city
should be represented Dy large list of pa
irons to this valuable work. We are
pleased to see that agents in Dodge and
Jefferson counties have long list of names
on their books, and many more doubtless
will be added.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
--~ -
Lest.

On Tuesday Nov. l1th, 1875, between
the Junction and the business portion of
the city, three $50 bills. The finder will BE-
suitably rewarded by leaving the same at
this ofice.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

The Democratic papers finally con-
cede Ludington's election and have
even given over talking about contest
ing it on the ground of fraud. The
official returns are all in and give
Ludington Sal majority. But he is
alone in his glory as the Democrats
elect the othersofficers by the following
majorities; Parker, l,201: Doyle, 62l;
Kuehn, 2,S04; Sloan, 1911; Soaring,
l,175.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
An Honor Conferred.

AT the recent session of the Board
Of Supervisors in this County, Hon.
Walter S. Greene was CHOSEN chairman
pro. tenn This action of a democratic
body, coming right upon the heels OF
Mr.. Greene's contumacy In refusing
to support Gov. Taylor in the late
election, almost threw George W. Bird
into spasms; and several small fry
democrats in this city have nearly
Collapsed with rage that the Board Of
Supervisors should thus have applaud
ed treason b.. .rewarding aI.traitor. In
the meantime Mr.. Greene is said to be
looking down upon these fellows dis
dainfully, and does not appear to be
Disconnected ia the least by their mnt-
terings Of discomfort.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

Hon. Henry Wilson, the Vice Pres
ident of the United States, died at
Washington at half past 7 o'clock
Monday morning: Nov. 22d. The sad
event was quite unexpected, his Inn
proved condition and general symp-
toms being regarded as favorable to
the recovery of his health Mr.. Will
son was 63 years of age, and as con-
scientious practical statesman and a
successful seit-made man, stood among
the first of the age. By the death Of
Mr.. Wilson, Hon. Thos. Henry Ferry,
Of Michigan, the President pro tenn, af
the United States Senate, becomes
Vice President ec o6icso.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
For Sale.

THE debris of the recently burned Bay
i State House at the Junction in this
city. Apply to VIM. L. Norris, Agent.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

DEATH OF SENATOR FERRY.-Si-
multaneously with the announcement
of the death of Vice President Wilson
comes also the intelligence that Sena
tor Orris s. Ferrey, of Connecticut is
dead. He died on tho 2lst inst.
Senator Ferry was born in Bethe],
Fairfield county, Connecticut, Aug
10Th, 1928.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24
WatcrtOWn Market.

Corrected Weekly by TIL Rack
Commission Merchant, Main Street
Watertown.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

The six days: walking match be-
tween O'Leary and Weston, in Chi
cago, last week, closed at midnight
last Saturday night, O'Leary coming
out 81 miles ahead. O'Leary walked
503 miles and Weston 45l.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

Brick Pomeroy publishes state
ment denying that he has failed, or
that bis paper is to be suspended. He
proposes to prosecute for libel the ed
itors who maliciously announced his
failure and thersuspension of Pomeroy's
Democrat in New York.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1875-11-24

The throat is peculiar organ-alwaYs at
work and will bear about everything but
neglected cold, which produces irritation
and tickling cough. No time should be
lost in arresting the disease at this point
where consumption can be cured,o for
this often proves to be the first stage of thai
awful disease. For these slight attacks
there is no better. remedy than the "Forest
Tar Trochcs' none so good. If taken in
season they will allay the irritation and re-
lieve the hacking cough. They may be
found at our druggist, G. & Il. T.. Eber.e
VIZ lie Forest Tar Book
New Orleans Republican. [volume] (New Orleans, La) 1867-1878, 1875-05-06
Who Ia HeS

The petition coipmenced in this way, "To
His Exce,lency, William Pitt Kellogg, Gov
ernor OF Louisiana" and it recommended
as "a fit and proper person for the office of
port warden for the port OF New Orleans,
a man in whom ''the merchants and business
men of New Orleans have the greatest con-
tidence." It might also have added that this
same fl and proper person is the same who
on The tit.eeath Of September last headed a
demonstrative mob and obliged Governor
Kellogg private secretary to leave the Office
OF the Western Union Telegraph. where he
had gone to send dispatch from the Gov
ernor to the President of the United States.
This man W no has the confidence of business
men, according to the humble petition for
Office, talked very roughly and nrofanely to
the secretary in September; but, of course,
he Wishes to forget that, and is as sweet
now as he was belligerent then. This Is but
specimen Of the applications and indcrse-
ments constantly received BY the Governor;
it shows a better feeling on the part of our
people; feeling that they are not averse to
holding Office, and that they are wiling to
recognize the Governor who viii ie. them
hold