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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

The boys in our village enjoyed a
rare treat last Saturday in the appear
ance IN the streets Of an educated
cinnamon bear At first terrible con
sternaticn seized the ungodly gamiu
that had made such irreyeTent eX-
pressions as, Go up old hald.head'
10 our venerable and pious Post Mas.
ter, thinking that il was one Of the IA
nous 'she bears" OF historic note,
sent on an errand of vengeance 10y the
Almighty or President Grant. But
they were soon treasured 10y the limo
cent antics of the muzzled animal.
tie would walk as erect rs Lawyer
White. handling q cane like thu.
man, turn summersaults kiss his
keeper. wlestle. and waltz with re.
markable grace. None Of our bellies,
however. yentured TO take reel with
him, probably through fear Of an
over vigorous hug But the most
striking evidence Of his intelligence
occurred at the South Fork Bridge
While crossing, his keeper was stop
ped by the neighbors and requested t.
put him through few Of his gymnas
tics Bruin however refused 70 per
form and indicated to his keeper that
he was afraid The keeper could mol
account for this uncommon caution al
hrst, but the mystery was explained by
bystander who pointed to the motto,
posted up in fun view, that the bridg,
was condemned
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
Will Come Again.

MIR. M. Stern, the Optician, of Gin.
cinnati, Ohio, Will visit this town again
on Monday next for the purpose OF fit
ing all defects Of the eyes with his cell
ebrated sight-preserving spectacles.
Mr.. Stern is not a common spectacle
peddler, but a graduate of Berlin,
Prussia, and knows as soon as he looks
at the eyes what is needed. Therefore
he says to all requiring his profession
al services, that they should see him at
once as he can, and will, help them.
Mr.. S. will have rooms at the Central
Hotel positively two days only, Mon
day and Tuesday, the 10th and 18th.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
Dat d this 9Th dar Of June
Circuit COurt...Pieree COunty.

R S. Burhyte 4 +. ] Burhyte, plaintiffs,
against George w. Cable, AlmiTa Gable,
samuel ID. Travis, Sarah Travis, VIM H.
Winchester and Jane Winchester, his wife,
defendants
BY virtue Of judgement Of foreclosure and
sale, made in the above entitled action on
the 22nd day Of May, A. D., 1876, by said
Court begun and held at Ellsworth in said
county, on said day, ], w p Knowles, sher-
III Of Pierce County, will sell at public aue-
ton 10 the highest bidder, for cash, at the
front door Of the Post Office, in the village of
River Falls, in Pierce County, Wisconsin, on
The 10Th day Of July, A. D., 1876, at ten
O'Clock In the forenoon Of that day, the mort
gagged premises directed by said judgement
to be sold and therein described as follows,
to-wit:-The North East quarter Of the North
West quarter and the Northwest quarter Of
the Northeast quarter OF Section thirteen
tl3l In Township twenty-six t26) OF Range
eighteen llsl west, in Pierce County, Wis
Dated this SOth day Of May, A. D., 1876
W VAsEATTA, w. 2. KsowLBs,
plaintiffs Atty. Sheriff Of Pierce Co.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
CLIFTON.

The wheat crop sull looks unpromising
Two thirds Of crop is all that we'can hope
for.
Quite number Of our citizens were at the
celebration at the Pals and report very
pleasant time.
MARRIED. AT the residence Of the brides
father, on the evening Of the lst inst, by Rev.
/ B. kenney, Of Prescott, Mr.. Norris b. Will
kinson and Miss Della Atwater, both Of this
place.
No couple were ever married in our COM
mnnity that numbered so many personal
friends as Norris and Della, and whose union
was regarded with so much satisfaction. May
their welded life be as rich in happiness and
usefulness as it now so brightly promises to be.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Rev. 5. W. Powell has prepared a
chart which unravels the perplexing
history OF the Jews under the Kings.
1t is decided addition to the Squip-
ment Of the Bible student. We notice
that it is warmly endorsed by Bible
scholars Of high rank, and by Sunday
school workers, such as b. + Jacob;
and f. p Porter, Of Chicago. The
price is only IS cents. twill be found
at the book store.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
LOST cREEK AND VICINITY

James Green is enclosing fine log barn,
lSx2s
II. s Lewis has jus. completed the plank
curbed tail-race to his mill, thereby giving
him morl fall and an increase Of power.
Warren o, Lewis has moved into his new
house. A good coat Of paint is all that is
needed to make ii compare lavorably with
the lest
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

The trst race was struggle to max q
the time nearest four minutes. P0uI
horses competed, "Pomp" owne1 by C,
f. Davis, "Tearaway" by d. P. Saun
ders, Deck" by II. A. Jay, and Fan
ME" by c. Farnsworth. Fam won,
making the heat in 3:5S. Purse sos
The next was race free to all,
in which Blaze" owned by Mr.. ste
yens, Dexter" 10y c. W. LOOMS, anC
Susie" by j. X. Rice, competed
Blaze took the first money $500
making the best heat in 1852, Dexter
took the second $3.50, and Susie tn,
third $40.
Then followed a sack race, wor
by Henry Brown. Will Morgan Ccol
oredl was ahead until near the goa
when oyerconhdent he undertook &
turn a sumersault and fell about tive
inches short Of the wire.
The exercises of the day closed with
fireworks on the Common and ball al
Brackets Hail.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
House and lot For sale.

1t is situated next West OF the Normal
school grounds, on the South side OF Cascade
Avenue. A good barn on the premises, and a
good well Of pure, soft water The buildings
are new, and everything about the premises
is new, neat and commodous Terms as
easy as can be desired. For further particu-
lars, inquire Of J II Thompson, on the prem
ises, or OF A MORSE.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
Appointments for the -. CrOix Dis
tTict. West wisconsin Confer
ence. Fourth Quarter.

To the Preachers and Brethren OF the st.
Croix District:
DEAR BRETHREN;-The Bishops in planning
their work for the fall conferences, have ap-
pointed our Conference to meet nearly q
month earlier than last year. This has unex-
pectedly made it necessary for ne 10 have
in this quarter two quarterly meetings the
same week. ] shall try and meet all the
Quarterly Conferences. tau the collections
that have not yet been taken We attended 10
at once
Trustees aud committees will all, trust,
he prompt and have their reports ready as re-
quired by discipline w. HAw, P. Z.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

The st. Croix Republican speaking
OF the effect Of Hod. Taylor's Manage
ment Of local politics in that county,
says: Some Of the best men Of the old
party have been driven from the ranks
and tile of the old party blythe mysteT-
les Of few men in Hudson, and just
how the party has throye under their
manipulations is only TO plain 10 all,
and il the Republican party hopes to
gain the ascendeney IN this county,
the tactics Of the last half dozen years
must be changed.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
Farm For sale.

farm OF 100 acres, on the Mississippi Riv
er, one and a-half mile below Diamoud Bluff,
with q acres under the pillow, and eight acres
Of meadow, can h. bought for 81 900 This Is
decidedly the cheapest farm now offered for
sale IL Pierce county Inquire Of II Nero,
al Diamond BLUFF, or Of A Morse,
River Falls Wis
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
Farm For Sale.

100 acres Of good land, lying within one
half mile Of the village Of ri Paso, with So
acres improved, and comfortable dwelling
thereon. This is rare opportunity for any
person who wants to make money in the pur-
chase Of land, OF for any one who may desire
to make trst-class farm in that locality
Price very low, and terms easy inquire Of
A MORSE
River EaIlc WIS AZ
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Charles Nick, of Prescott, is run.
ming a daily accommodation stage
from that place to River Falls. lie
leaves Prescott at 7 A. H., and River
Falls on the arrival Of the stage from
Hudson.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

On hearing before Judge Pierce
last Thursday, 7. S. Lloyd was adjudg-
ed insane and sent to the Asylum while
VIM. Graham was released. On his re-
turn Graham so threatened and terri
fed his wife that she fed for safety
to her relatives.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

HOUSE, and three lots, situated iii the vii
lage Of Ellsworth alse, 80 acres Of valuable
land adjoining the village, IS acres under cul
tivation. Plenty OF wood and water
Enquire Of Ira WILLIAMS, on the premises,
OF OF A. MORSE, River Falls
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Forty acres Of land, near Beijenyille, with
ten acres cleared and ready for crop, for
sale a, bargain Inquire Of VIM. McEwen,
At Beldcnville. or Of A. MoRsr
?. s-The same will h. exchanged for a
good team
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

While pospeeting about the south
side of Lone Mound recently, Jimmie
Wilcox fell upon the grave of an In
dian. ltappears that the remains had
been buried into he mound, and by
the action of the elements hadbecome
partially exposed. Among the bones
were found several curious ornaments
carved out Of bone.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Messrs. Black 4 Plat, late Of Has
tings, have opened a restaurant in the
building next south Of the Pierce
House. Mr.. Coomer who some time
ago rented the same building with a
view to opening a grocery store, for
some cause changed his plans.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Peter Bradshaw, Esq, of the frm Of
4. L. Bradshaw 4 Co, Of Superior
City. has purchased building lot on
Main ST. next north Of Mapes store,
or which he VIII erect a store for
general merchandise.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

A trio Of Italian boys have been fur.
nishing us with street music for day
or two past. One plays a harp, anoth.
er violin and the third, a little rat
about the size Of pint Of cider, a
triangle.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
NOTICE.

] will give five per cent better dis.
count on watches, clocks and jewelry
than any other house in River Falls.
for cash. Or, will sell as low as the
lowest and give from two to six
months time. L. W. REED.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Mr.. Myron Packard, Of Washington
Territory, formerly one OF our own
River Falls boys, is spending a few
days here on bis return home from the
east.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Our old neighbor, NJ. J. ?. Thing
now of Carleton College. Mortified,
Mimi, made us a pleasant visit last
Friday, having come to spend the
summer vacation in this vicinity.
He has now passed to the Junior class
in the classical department, and is full
OF sunshine as ever.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING,

am now prepared TO furnish Plans, Speci-
mems and Estimates, Working Details, Ele-
yations, etc. In short all drawings necessary
for the construction Of any building in the
latest and most approved styles, at reasonable
prices and satisfaction guaranteed Any per
son will save from S to 10 per cent. on the
cost Of bading 10y procuringa reliable set
Of drawings.
CONTRACTS TAKEN,
for building and furnishing all materials
G. HENRY.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Mr.. Jones, Of Milwaukee, agent for
the Singer Sewing Machine Co., inter
viewed us quite recently. He has es.
tablished a local agency at this vii.
laqe
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

would call your attention to my
notice found in another column of this
paper, and especially to my stock of
clocks which are new and fresh from
the factory, and are not an old bank.
rupt stock, and am selling them on
time as low as any other house is for
cash +. W. REED.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Mr.. Charles Fisher, formerly Of
Trimbelle, died at his home in Kan.
sas on the 18th day Of May. This is
painful news to his old neighbors
here.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Miss Wright who taught in the Nor
NAL School as Principal Of the Gram
mar Department last year is trans
ferred to the Whitewater School. Bad
news! We understand that a Miss
Bert. Of Chicago succeeds her hele.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
House and Lot For Sale.

On Main Street, in the village Of Ellsworth,
opposite the Feed Store Of Manser q Abbott,
house and lot lately occupied by Mrs.
Smith as Millinery Store, can now be bought
at bargain Terms easy. Inquire Of
A MnpsR
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

One hundred and forty registered at
the Central House last Tuesday
Thirt-four bought supper tickets who
did not register This looks like bus
fnpxg
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

If you want to buy or trade for an
American, or Singer Sewing Machine,
the place to make a good bargain is at
this Office.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Being DESTROYS Of making change in my
business, | hereby offer Tor sale my store
building and lot. The building is 24x56 ket,
two story, with hall and good cellar Lot
33xl60 feet. Price s2eoo. Possession given
in 30 days. JOHN GRKSN.
May II. II
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
For Sale.

40 acres Of land, it being the n T. Of the
n X. 4 OF Sec. s, T. q, R. l6, Gilman
There are some improvements, lumber for
house, and some wood upon the same It
can be bought at bargain. Inquire Of
MORSE & SnITH.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

The building next north Of the JOURNAL
OFFICE It is wen arranged for a store below,
and family above, Either portion will h
rented separately. Inquire OF
Il MORSE x SMITH.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Doors, Sash and Blinds for sale at
the Lumber Yard Of D. c. Davis &
Sons. 4Stf
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
For sale.

About one-half acre OF land lying west Of
the Kinnickinnio River, and west and south
Of the race running from Greenwood Mills,
will he sold at low figures Inquire Of
q MoRsE h SMITH
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Our calaboose is now finished and
ready for customers. II yawned in
vain for victims during the hilarious
Fourth.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

One-half acre Of land adjoining the
Edward Jones property, can be bought
at bargain by applying TO Morse d
Smith.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

s. J. Tilden was nominated for presi-
dent, and Thomas A. Hendricks, Of
Indiana, for Vice President, at the St.,
Louis Convention.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
For Sale.


On Brooklyn Side, in this village, two lots
with good dwelling house and barn thereon,
will be sold at bargain inquire Of
A MORSE.
River Falls, April 81, 1916
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

About 50 persons from this place
went on the excursion to Dalles Of the
st. CFoix last Friday They were
joined by quite large party from
Lakeland and others from Hudson and
saltwater, numbering ia all about $50
All, though very much fatigued,
claimed TO have had a good time.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
House and Lot For Sale.

On Main street, in the village Of Ellsworth,
east Of the Keith House, good house and lot
Tor sale, known as the Tabor property
Would exchange for small farm, or sell on
easy terms For particulars inquire Of
A MORSE
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
rOr sale.

The property ou Main Street in this village
known as the Hammond property, embracing
two lots, coed dwelling house, barn, well,
cistern and other Improvements, viii be sold
for $1,000, For further particulars inquire on
the premises, or Of A. Morse If
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Hiram Bennett, of Beldenville, sent
us a pallful of the largest and most
delicious strawberries We have seen
this season.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

We are the grateful recipients of a
big bouquet of wild flowers from the
ranch Of DR.. Wilcox.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Uriath Goodwin brought us last Mon
day, couple Of goose-eggs laid by a
hen.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

The FTeewill Baptists hold services
at the Congregational Church next
Lords Day at 3 = O'Clock Pm.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

The measles are going through the
family of T. f. Tubbs. Mr.. Tubbs and
Willie are out again, but Mrs. Tubbs
is quite sick.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Lieut.. Gov. Parker is sitting in the
Governors chair, His Exeellency be
ing at the Exposition.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

We are told by various persons in
that vicinity, that DR.. Boothby is do
ing a good business at Hammond.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

r.. p. Hicks is building quite an ex-
tensiye new barn. Mr.. Hicks is one OF
our prosperous farmers.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Philo Bracket is about to build an
upright" 70 his house on Vine St,
25x2S. lie is also 70 cree. barn
24x30.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Our streets were thronged last Sat.
urday.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Remember that the law Office Of
Morse & Smith has been removed to
the new JoUENAL building.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Prof. E. s. Reed was slightly sun
struck last Saturday. He is all right
now.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Doors, sash, blinds and mouldings
constantly on hand at the lumber yard
Of Y. j. BuIhyte & Co. If
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

RALPH Hedamalk is putting mp a
blacksmitbs-shop in front and one
street west OF the JovKNAL 0FFlrE.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

PIERCE COUNTY,
Town or RIVER FALLS, N Justice court.
To Ed. WALRATH,

You are hereby notified that warrant of
attachment has been issued against you and
your property attached to satisfy the demand
Of Thomas Edwards, amountingto sixty-three
dollars; Now unless you shall appear before
3 Is Holmes, Justice OF the Peace in and
for said county at his Office in said town on
the first day Of July, A. d. 1916, az one o'clock
IN the afternoon, judgement will oe rendered
against you and your property sold 20 pay
TIE debt
THOMAS EpwARps, Plaintiff.
Dated this 9Th day Of June, A. D., 1876. 7-3w
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

We understand that Z. II. Ives, Esq,
has purchased the Prescott PlaindealeT.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

A good dwelling house and two lots, beau
tifully located in South River Falls. Inquire
Of Ira Wood, on the premises, Of
MORSE x SMITH.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

GRThis Paper Has the Largest
circulation OF any Paper Published
I'm the St. Croix VUlIey..At
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
House and Two Lots for Sale.

On Cascade Avenue, next east Of Young
Brothers. Inquire Of
II A. MORSE,
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
Fer Sale.

Free Bus from Prescott TO Hastings-one
way-to all guests at the Merchants Hotel. If
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

A Chase 4 Bascock, or q Burdette
organ, for sale cheap, and easy terms.
Inquire at the JOURNAL OFF1cE.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
For sale.

house and lot near the Normal School
grounds, tor sale cheap. Inquire Of
If A. MoRm,
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

Is prepared 70 do all kinds Of work in his line,
taking buildings from the foundation, OF
otherwise. Sash, Doors, Blinds, Mouldings,
Brackets, &c, furnished to order. A fair
Shop near dwelling house at the corner Of
Cascade and Main Streets. River Falls. Wis
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
DIED.

In DANNY, Vermont, June 2lst, SUMNER W.
BAKER, in the 18th year Of his age.
Tie deceased was a brother Of H. S.
Baker, Of this place.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
For Sale.

A house and lot on Third Street, in the
north part Of this village. Inquire on the
premises, Of Steiner Kindseth, OF Of
If A. MORSE
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06
OLOF w. PETERSON,
Ware & Musical InStrum'tS.

All knes Of Repairing neatly and promptly
executed, and all work warranted satisfae-
tory. Try me, and Judge for yourselves.
Store on Main street, River Falls, wiscon-
Gin. lS-aI
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1876-07-06

River Falls , Wis