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Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

with wagon hammer, and one had
the wagon scat broke over his head.
We learn from DIR. Campbell, of
Chillicothe, that the Hon. Peter Knox
is down again, this time with pnca-
monia. The Doctor says he is very
sick, but thinks he may recover. The
worst feature against him is that he
has chronic trouble Of the heart,
which complexities the active disease
under which he is suffering. We
hope soon to hear of his GONZALES
ence.
The Ha,pkeye says: "If you are
out Of a job you can make money by
knowing something about the Emma
mine or the post suttlerships. Wit
nesses summoned before the house OF
representatives are allowed three dol
lars q day attendance fee and five
cents mile for travelling expenses
and as most of the witnesses who at
tend don't know ten cents worth, and
occupy week In telling it, thcil
profits are similar in kind, though
smaller in amount, to those of III.
post traderships.o
Home should be to us the prettiest
brightest, happiest place on earth
and the three main esseptials to max
it so are, first, the clear, bright sun
shine; second, plenty Of fresh, pur
air, aud last, though not least, hav
the walls Of your rooms papered wit
. some of the elegant patterns of WAL
PAPER to be had at j. L. Taylor
Co.'S. Rich GOLD EMBOSSED paper q
rare beauty, exquisite in design an
superior in finish and quality can no,
be had at prices very much lower tina
ever before. We take pride in shpw
ing them. Come and see.
Nine women ont Of ten try to win
the clock tho wrong way, but the
never fall 70 buy their Dress Goods
the Great Revelation.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
From the Daily Of A pril 10.
improvements.

From the Daily Of April 10.
Improvements.
Peter Hirschatler commenced tear
ing up the ground this morning, on
West Second street, for handsome
dwelling.
Geo. ii. Shelter, has the frame OF
one new house up of eight rooms,
and is tearing up the ground for
another just above the Swede Church.
Webb Tower also commenced to
remodel his Second street residence
to-day. It will be raised up, and
very much improved before he quits
work on il.
John G. Fox commenced this morn.
ing to remodel the Hawley house on
corner of jefferson and Fourth St
When he gets through the "oldest
man in America wouldn't recognize
it.
Thomas Goodall, also is adding
another story to his residence on 5ti
street, and remodelling il generally
The Improvement fever is now get.
ting general and the sound of th'
saw and hammer will soon resound
all over the city.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
From the Daily OF April llth

From Inc Daily Of April IIth
G. g. Robinson, of Robinson Bros.
& Co, left for New York this AFTER
noon to purchase largo stock of
goods for the Panic Store. When he
returns you may look out for lots OF
bargains in good goods.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

j. Bowlin u Son, Second street be-
tween Market and Court street, in the
room formerly occupied by Mitchell
81 Kelly, have opened out new
stock of Groceries, which are to be
sold very cheap for cash. They also
buy and sell country nnalncn for
WHICH they pay the highest market
price. Call and examine prices.
marchlWtf
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

From both City and Country
should not fail to visit Mrs. Plat Il
Hoyland's millinery Store in Curlew
Block, in L. II. Wilson's old stand,
and see their nice new Goods and
price them Before they buy else
where. Especial pains will be taken
to please customers as TO style, quail
~ and price. mll-dNwtf.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

SPECIAL NOTICES.
a q "A II. II .

To all who are suffering from the errors and
OF youth, nervous weakness, carly
decay, loss OF manhood. etc, will send recipe
that will cure you. Fres of Charge. This great
remedy was discovered by . missionary in South
America. Send self-Aidressed envelope to the
Rev. Joseph r. lnman. station u, Bible House,
Nav York ltv mar I-jHwl;ut
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X10l.l(Nl

To loan City CIR country property
taken as security. Loans made on 3
to years time. Interest 10 per cent.
per annum, payable semi-annnally.-
No interest taken in advance. Very
small charge for procuring the loan.
No loans made of less than 81 600
Office, Main street, over Bachman's
Jewclry store .Ottumwa, Iowa.
O. Nj. LADD " Go.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
r.s Yoans Levers.

4 Charles Hodges.and Amy Robinson,
aged respectively seven and six years,
whose parents live in Belmontaye
Jersey City Heights, disappeared yes
terday. Their parents and the police;
after a search OF seven hours, found
the children in barn belonging te
William Tufiy, in Westside avenue
where they had gathered q quantit,
of crockcry and provisions. intending
to live together the rest of their lives
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
= Daily Of April 9Th

From the Daily of April 9th
the Board Of Supervisors got
through their business and adjourned
last evening.
Mace Wise shipped five car loads
of horses from this city to Council
Bluffs last night.
Forty-onc wagon loads of wood
were standing on Market street ior
sale to-day at on time.
We regret to learn that L. N. you
ley, County Clerk, is quite ~ "
hope he may soon recover.
To show something Of the business
in this city to-day, reporter counted
thirty-five wagons on the bridge
coming in this morning at one time.
The first vote ever polled in the
United States by Chinaman was
polled at Cincinnati Monday, and the
Register says that Mr.. Sing voted the
Democratic ticket.
The farmers complain that they
have nothing to sell, and we are COM
PEELED to believe them. However,
Billy Armstrong informs us that MS
road has shipped from this place,
this week, over fifty car loads of live
stock, the principal part Of which was
raised in Wapello county.
VS. Myrick, the celebrated brick
man, was in the city to-day, and in
forms us that he is fitting up ready
for the spring campaign, and will
commence in two yards next week
with two brick machines and about
thirty hands. lie expects to manu-
facturc more brick this year than
ever before in one season. If the
weather should prove favorable he
will soon have brick ready for The
market.
Mr.. Flint, the engineer injured in
the WOODBURY. wreck, is getting
along finely and will recover without
much doubt. DR.. Lathrop is giving
all the attention he can and will pull
him through if possible.
Mcdowell is also doing very well.
His wounds arc very painful but he
will soon be around again.
The wreck is described as being
fearful in the extreme. The engine
was laying bottom up In the ditch
and eleven broken cars. on top of her.
How any of the men ever escaped
alive is mystery.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
DIN. i. LACN WONA.

The GREAT MAGNETIC HEALER will
be at his residence the first IL days of
each month during the year of 1876
Ottumwa, Iowa. d24-dswly
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

The largest paper in the State-the
Ottumwa Courier, 10 column folio
now comes to this office regularly. 1t
is an actual pleasure and a relief to
read paper so clearly printed and
so well gotten up.-ColumJus Juno
ton NOpDdTiel.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
FOE SALE.

Two young thoroughbred short
horn bulls for sale cheap. Fine ami
mails and perfect nedigpecs. One of
them will be ready for service soon.
Can be seen at the "Bizer Place" two
miles west of Ottumwa, near fair
ground, ], Z. H!NsEY.
ian2G- Win
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
Farmers and merchants

Will do well to remember that SAMUEL
LILDURs pays DASH for all the butter
and eggs be can get.-Bfing them or
opposite the Post Office, 0ttumwa.
Mail GU ,
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

LYONS KArHAIRos makes beautiful,
glossy, luxnriant hair; prevents its
falling out Or turning gray. It has
stood the test Of years. Is charm
ingly perfumed, and has no rival.
m6S n daod -wly
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
TO CONSUME

The advertiser. having been permanently cured
of that dread disease, Consumption, by simple
remedy. Is anxious to make known To his fellow
sufferers the means OF cure, To all who desire it
he will send copy OF the prescription used,
Gree of charge). with the directions for prepar-
ing and using the same, which they will find a
6uRR CUBE FOR CossuMrTIoN, ASTHMA, BRoN-
CHIrtS, 10.
Parties wishing the prescription will please
address, Rev r. A. WILSON,
decl Jw6m 1871 Penn St., Williamsburg, New York.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
THIRD DAY

Third DNf
Board met pursuant to adjourn-
ment.
Members all present.
President Michael in the chair.
Minutes Of yesterdays proceedings
read and approved.
The Board proceeded to the APP
portionment of miles of railroads and
the assessed valuation thereof into
townships, cities. and sch9al districts
for the year 1876, as follows to-wit:
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
AAsesssslenat.

Notice is hereby given to the sub
scribers of the capital stock of the OF
tumwa Water Power Company that
an assessment of 10 per cent. has been
made by the Board of Directors, pay
able April 18th, 1876.
j.. O. BRIsCoE. Sec'y
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
ERRORS OF YOUTH.

A gentleman who has suffered for years from
Nervous Debility Premature Decay, and al the
elects OF youthful indtscietion will. for the SAKE
OF suffering humanity, send free to all who need
1t, the recipe and tina direction for making the
simple remedy by which he was cured sufferers
wishing to profit by the advertisers experience
can do 40 by addressing in perfect confidence.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

O. Tower is stocking up fresh and
complete in the garden seed line, and
gives more weight in seed in pack
ages than is customary. Better call
and see him before you buy. add WITT
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

HAGAN's MAGNOLIA BALM preserves
and restores the complexion, removes
freckles, tan and sallowness; makes
the skin soft, white and delicate. Its
application cannot be detected.
mar c-aA0d- Wv.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
Ns,ice u Coaacma land ssr - Pns-

To Maggie Malk A. 4. Shafer, and W. G. itiron
owning any Of the following real estate to.wit.
Lots % anil 10 of Bonniiieli and Myers sub-di-
vision OF part Of Mill donation 70 Guy OF Qttam-
sioa OF part Of Min donation, and Of lots s73 and
37a 0ttumwa. Iowa. You, and each Of YOU. are
hereby n0iitied, that the City Of ottnnwa has lo-
above ,escriied real estst land dcsifes the canden-
nation. aud appropriation OF the same. for said
street. and the ise of this public, and unless yon
and each al y0u proceed To haye the damages fol
the sppvopr alton of the same appraised, ON. or BE-
fore. the 3th day Of May 1876. the said CITY OF ct.
tumwa. will proceed 10 have the same appraised
on the 9th day of June, ls1t, at which time yol
| can anpear before the appraisers that may bio Sc
llectcd ,rHE CITY'oF OfTUMWA,
E BY J0HS u. ENNIS. City Solicitor.
Dstei April Alh, 1875 -wsw
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
MAmwaEp,,

HITR-NcCONE-April 9th, 1875, at the resi-
dence OF the brtleb mother, by Rev. II. u
Knight, NM LUsug1 HiTR and MISS LszzIs
MCCuHx.
DOUGLASS Esq. Iotapiecl,,
Rossnr x. DopsLAss p Aus cAnAiSE CAM;
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

We do not mean il as q personal
notice. But il may interest some dis
couraged heart TO know that they
can find the largest assortment of
Silks and Laces at the Great Reyoln-
ton Of any other store in Ottumwa.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
LEGAL.
AnmlNIxrmAr0R,S kNTlCE

ADAaNs sssA AOA'~ NOssS.
Notice IL herehv given TO all persons interested,
that on tL.e Sth day Of April A, D.. 1876. the un-
dersigned was appointed by the Clerk OF the Cir
cult Court of Wapello conaty. Iowa, Admins
traitor Of the estate Of Jacob Peterson hate
OF said county. AL persons indebted to said es-
tate will make payment to the undersigned, and
those having claims against the same will present
them, legally authenticated, to said Court for al
lowanrf.
dated 0ttpmwa. April sth 1875
apr 1881 T. NILSSON, ADMINISTRATORS.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
Notice ar A..,r :, =, : \,

Notice is hereby given that Morcy, Hawk ms h
Co., of the city of Ottumwa, Iowa, have made
general assignment of all their property for the
LOOMS, assignee. according to the provisions OF
chapter I, Title H. Of the Cote Of 1873, Statut es
OF Iowa That said assignee has accepted said
trnsf, and all debts due and owing. TO said CO.
and demands against said partnership must be
presented to him under oath and within three
months from the date hereof.
ottumwa, Iowa. April Sd. 1876.
J. LOOMS
april wit. Assignee
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
CONFESSIONS OF
A VICTIM

Published az a warning and for the benefit of
Young mon and 0thers who suffer from Nervous
Debility, Loss OF Manhood. etc giving his rules
OF Self-Cure, after undergoing much suffering
and expense, and mailed free on receiving post
paid directed envelope. Address NATHANIEL
MAYFAIR, p. U. Box l53, Brooklyn, N. Y.
june 30 wGm
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Do you want any kind of Cloth
ing? Go then, to the Big Bonanza
and supply your wants at very much
less than usual rates.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
SECOND DAY.


Board met pursuant to adjourh-
Ment.
Members all present.
President Michael in the chair.
Minutes of yesterdays proceedings
read and approved.
Board proceeded to the cxamina-
ton of claims.
The petition Of John Hieronemus for
abatement Of taxes on moneys and
credits for the year 1876, rejected for
want of jurisdiction.
The potion of John Hieronemus for
rebate of assessment on lots IL and ID,
block 20 Eldon for the year 1876, pre-
scnted.
Mr.. Wright moved to rebate $3.50
of said assessment On account of fire.
Motion seconded by Mr.. McGnl-
Tough.
Chair declared motion carried.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

We still keep a complete stock OF
the Joliet Boots, of the best grades
every pair Warranted-the hest goods
for the money ever made, at Moss u
Co.'S d&Wtf
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Dir. Williams, formerly of Clinton,
has formed partnership with DIR. T.
). Douglass in the practice Of medi-
cine and surgery. DR.. Williams
comes to us well recommended, and
we wish him success in this, the best
town in the State.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

About what nice selections of Wall
Paper you can get Mt Kelley's. Go
and see his stock il you want some
thing nice and at the lowest prices.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Hover & McMichael are are the
leading artists west Of Chicago. Their
work merits your patronage. You
are invited to call. Gallery p. o.
Block, Ottumwa. no lO-dAwtf.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

For sale or exchange, 400 acres Of
good land ID Nadis0n coanly, Iowa
Call on H. 8. Hover the Photographers
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

AT the New Grocery Store of. Bow
ling Il Son. Call and examine their
prices. feb 29-wtf
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

II is claimed by a French philoso-
pher that lazy man always blows
his nose with his left hand. We don't
care how he blows his nose if he
only buys his goods at the Great Rev
OlutiOn.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
Beard Of Supervisors at the
April Session.

FIRST DAT.
CouRT HOUSE Wapello Co, la.
OrTuMwA, April 3, 1876.
Board met pursuant to law-mem-
bers all present.
President Michael in the chair.
Board proceeded to the cxamina-
ton of claims.
In the matter Of the petition OF
Israel d. Johnston in relation to re-
lief Of penalty on account OF erro-
ncous assessment. Granted.
The petition Of Jacob Aschrof to
be relieved from paying taxes for the
year 1876, on account Of old age.
Granted.
The school fund loans made during
the last three months approved.
On motion Board adjourned till to-
morrow at 8 o'clock.
NJ. b. MYERS, Auditor.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Flows and Cultivators AT T. j. Tur-
Ner u Cos. WIZ.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
r. she ates es Ostumva,

II the LNdfet 81 Ottu0Vo.
Don't forget our Grand Opening OF
Silks and Laces, Wednesday, April
9Th, at the Great Revolution.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
PRESCRIPTION FREE.

roR the speedy cure OF Seminal Weakness, Lost
{ Manhood, and all disorders brought on by in
discretion or excess. Any druggist has the ingrc-
dents. Address
sepl I-wly DAVIDSON = co, box 22aG, Y.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Latest Novelty, In striped and
plain silks. Superb shades 10 be
found only at tho Great Revolution.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

AZ Cost,
Flows and Cultivators at L. J. Tur-
ners IL Co.'S. W.T.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

In prices of Plows and Cultiyators
at L. j. Turner & Co.'S. w.t.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Goods of all kinds will be sold
cheap at Kelley's Drug Store. 4tw
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12
NOTICE.
US. INTERNAL REVENUE
SPEGlAL TAKES,
May ). ls7e, 10 Apr,l 30, is77.

The Revised Statutes OF the United 81 ates. Sec
lions $685. 1887 1898 and $685. require every person
engaged In any business, avocatlon or employ
ment which renders him liable to Special TAX.
TO PROCURE AND PLACE CONSEQUENTLY
IN HIS ESTABLISHMENT OR PLACE ON
BUs1sESS Stamp denoting the payment ~
said Special TAX for the Special Tax Year begin-
ming May l. 1875, before commencing or continu.
ing business after April 30, 1876.
The Taxes Embraced Within the Provisions Of
tho Law above Quoted arc the Following. viz.
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A. Cost.
Plows and Cultivators at +. J. Tur-
ner u Co.'S. wit.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

Black Hills.
Get yonr snt fits at the GREAT REV.
CLIFTON,
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

The nssa deeds Ter The Least AAessy.
Prices reduced TO cost on Flows and
Cultiyators at the new implement
Warehouse, near the Court House
Square. wgt.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

The Great Revolueton.
The envy Of all. A pattern to others.
Firmly established upon a solid basis.
Ottumwa weekly courier. (Ottumwa, Wapello County, Iowa) 1872-1899, 1876-04-12

~ CAsp.
Plows and Cultivators at u. j. TNr-
ncr Il Cos. WIT.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1876-09-05
IF THE DAY Is STORMY YOU CAN
BETTER SPARE TINE TO VOTE.

Cor INGERsou Col. X. Il. lngersoll
ol Illinois is being attacked by the Dem
ocratic press because be has written au
atheis,ic book. Extracts are published
from this work to destroy his influence in
New England We are sorry that Col
lngersoll holds such views, but il he
does, that is no sign that lie is not an
honest, conscientious man. fitted 10y edu-
cation and experience to discuss political
questions lie has simply been bold
enough Ia express IDEAS which many
secretly hold in their hearts When he
says, For such God Che God OF the
Bible s. the ArgilS sees iit to parenlho-
size) | have no words 10 express my
loathlng and contempt. Away with such
i God Give me Jupiter rather y he
uses language almost identical with that
we heard from pulpit. 10y one OF Names
distinguished clergymen not many weeks
since. In fact. OF all the paragraphs
quoted 10 convict him OF atheism. we
are unable 10 find but one which is more
liberal than the views held by jefferson
and advocated by Paine. Yet Jefferson
was President Of the United States
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1876-09-05
Wheeler on the Situation.

Hon. VIM A. Wheeler WAS serenaded
at st. Adams, Vt, and made an car nest
speech, from which wa take the fDllow-
ing
IL have ant for months durinSe The past
winter IN Congress by tho size OF sixty
one men who. q few ycNI Sinca with
arms in their hand were engaped in tho
attempt 10 break up Tie government.
Now have heard those men defend the
helish atrocities OF Libby, Anderson.
Vile and Salisbury. have heard
Lincoln mahgned 1 hays heard defended
the right OF a Virginia Justice Of The
peace TO detain and open he mails OF the
United States. Can You tell mo where
is the difference in the spirit which TWEEN
" years ago led Missouri border ruilians
into Kansas and the massacre at Ham
burg, where a regularly organized mill
tia company were first disarmed aud
then murdered in cold blood that the
white race might assert their snpcriortyP
My official relations have called me
during the past two or three years into
the Southern States. and | tell you
know, my friends, OF the real feeling OF
the Southern people regarding the recon-
struction acts. They regard the amend
ment TO the Constitution in reference To
slavery and the laws Tor the protection
of freedmen, as tho French provinces did
their ccssion 10 Prussia at tho point ol
the bayonei. 1t Is to tho South. my
friends. with this spirit. and with the
democratic party OF the North as It's PHI
ant ally, that we are asked 10 turn over
the government OF the United States.
with all its powers OF legislation, with
all its machinery of taxation. No such
proposition for aulacily has It's parallel
in the history of the country. What is
the spirit of the democratic party? Do
you want to prove what tho democratic
patty of the North still lsg Go to Wash
ington. sec fIty soldiers crippled in the
service of the Union, turned out of the
House to mako room for rs many rebc'
soldiers.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1876-09-05
T,r REBEL CLAIMS PRESENTED .
Iudependents.

Asa Atwood, Esq, Chairman OF Oxford
County independent Committee publish
Is vi address To the independent voters
oi the County. calling upon them to vote
independent OF party. His remarks are
homes. and earnest, and would be en-
titled 20 consideration it there were any
party OF class behind him. As il is, they
are like ali votes cast out OF the parties.
this year-was;eL. There j. no indie
pendent ticke, in the field. The nominees
of The soft money convention were
candidates Of one of the great national
parties. MIR kimball aud Mr.. Cole are
both strong democrats and pronounced
Tilden men. Mr. Carey has declined to
run. Mr.. Whitten is Republican and
declines to endorse the soft money plat
form. The remaining nominee has
repeatedly declared that hc shall neither
voc nor work with the Independents ;
thus leaving them without u single
candidate. As there is no independent
ticket. Independent voters must use their
best judgment, ana vote with that patty
which gives the best promise otreiorm
and an honest government.