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Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
HARVEST HOME G N

Preparations are being made fer a grand har-
vest nome picnic, to be held mt the Charles
Thomas school house, near the Sni bridge, four
miles southwest of Wellington. ON Saturday,
July 10. Several eminent speakers have been
invited to deliver addresses. Among those
heard from and who have accepted, are j. S.
Blackwell and Capt. A. A. Lesueur. A large
platform will be erected, and the services ef II
ton of all who wish to indulge IN Terpsichorean
relaxation. Masticate comestiblcs will he Iur-
nished by two large ice-cream stands. A thin
musquItO bar will be stretched, that the music
and dancing may not fall too heavily upon the
auditory and vlsiOnal nerves of tn. religious
portion Of the assembly. All are invited tn
come and bring their baskets. Charles Ward,
Thomas Erskine, Thomas Porter, james Kin
kuid, Henry Scarce, VIM. Eichler, j. Il. Camp,
John HuckleDerry and c.. ID. Ragland, commit.
Zee on general management
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THE NATIONAL HOLIDAY.
How it was Celebrated.

Tuesday last was the o~ne-hundredth birth
day OF American Independence, and it was
more generally observed as n holiday than
it has been at any time since the war. A
few years ago the Fourth was Il One-sided
affair, and the larger portion of the citizens
Of Missouri and of the southern states,
looked upon the day with disgust for while
the north celebrated it as the birthday OF
Freedom, the southern people were bound
down with the letters of acknowledgements,
and could see no ray of light through the
| deep gloom which surrounded them. Now,
every American citizen is q freeman, the
prejudIces engendered by the war are nearly
forgotten, and all can now join In celebra-
ting the day Oh which the corner stone Of
universal freedom was laid. We sincerely
hope that q kind Providence will bless our
country as greatly i'll the present century as
He has in the past.
While there were ample preparations
made here at home for the enjoyment of all,
some few Of our fun-lOving folks went to
RICHMOND,
where preparations had been made for a
celebration OH a larger scale thsn had ever
been seen in that pretty village. Those who
attended were highly pleased with all they
saw and heard, and say there was not a dis
! turbance OF any kind, and not a drunken
| person or drop of liquor on the grounds.
About twenty-five Of our citizens, together
| with our champion brass band, went down
to
SEDALIA,
where the celebration was expected to eX-
coed anything OF the kind ever seen west OF
st. Louis. Everything was done on the
largest scale, and about ten thousand peO-
pie were present. The Sedalia papers of
| the 5th were filled with accounts of what
TRANSFERRED.
the day was ushered in by firing of guns,
pistols, crackers, &C., and the display OF
flags from various business houses and pri-
vste residences. Although there were ill.,
dioatlons OF rain, in the early part OF the
day, the streets were soon full of people,
each one determined to have as much enjoy
ment as possible. The first thing in the
regular programme OF the day was the read
ing OF
| THE T OF OUNTY
by VIM. H. Chiles, Esq, at the court house.
| ut 9 o'clock in the morning. The early hour
prevented many from attending. but the
audience was very respectable. We pub
lish the history elsewhere, and it is well
worthy of careful reading by every one who
Is interested in the affairs OF the county.
At 10 o'clock the city was nearly deserted,
some going to one place Of amusement and
some to each of the others. We tumbled
over hill and hollow till We reached the spot
selected for
THE E SHOOTING.
Here we fouhd a large number of people
eagerly watching for the sport to commence
The requisite number of entries was sOOr
! secured and the work began. The contest
was for an engraved silver medal, the win
ner to be liable to challenge, but if it i.
won three times in succession by any one,
It becomes his personal property. Tht
shooting was from plunge traps, 81
yards rise, single birds, 10 shots each. Tie
following is the score:
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
wow Is YOUR LIVER.

Are you troubled with Headache, Dullness.
incspscIty to keep the mind on any subject.
dizzy sleepy or nervous feeling. gloomy forsbo-
dings, irritability Of temper2 Or have you q bad
taste in the mouth. an unsteady appetite. Palpi.
tation. choking sensation In the throat. bloatine
of the stomach. GOODNESS Of extremities. Pain
in the side. or about the shoulders or bsck9 if any
ofthese symptoms. be sure your Liver il out Of or
der. and 60 Immediately to your druggist. J. A
Qusrles 4 Co., aud get q bottle Of Sherman.
Prickly Ash Bitters. They are the best Live
Medicine and Ambitious preparation evel
offered to the public. Sample bottles fol
trial. junl7ml.
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A STITCH IN TIME SAVES NINE.

This old saying applies with more force to-day
than it ever did before, to all having farming
machinery. Don't wait until you put your ma
chimes to work to find If repairs are needed, but
examine them, and if there are. don't delay,
but take them to Chas. \. Morrison's Excel
Iron Works, Wafer Street. julyS-w4
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Club Meeting.

The Tilden-Hendrichs Club will meet q
the Courthouse, this evening, ut 8 O'Clock p
m. AH tile member are urged to be present
rs business of Importance will come before
the club.
r. BENTON, TAYLOR, President.
E. B.. MCKEE, Secretary.
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SUCCESS IN


In times past it was thought immodest to pro-
claim the excellence of ones goods. or to solicit
patronage for them in newspapers. During the
past twenty-five years, through the immens
competition in trade, it has become . necessity.
The public are always anxious to learn of pro-
gress, but are equally DESTROYS to avoid all
frauds, As they have been humbugged by useless
wares until they have become sEeptical of An
article possessing genuie merit, and are particu-
ments OF some new and wonderful medicine
without character or worth. Still the public are
grateful to manufacturers or inventors OF ar
ticles of merit, even if known as medicines;
study by our most eminent chemists and ply
sicians. ana embrace such principles and pro.
ductions are Qunine, Chloroform, Choral
Hydrate, Porous Plasters, &c.
Success in advertising depends much upon the
intrinsic worth OF the article itself even though
1t be q medical preparation. As an evidence Of
this, q celebrated physician of New York made
o great Improvement in Porous Plasters by add
| effect and quicker relief and cure than any
known medicinal property; he hesitated about
advertising, fearing his reputation would be in
jured. A firm OF Pharmaceutical Chemists in
| his city learning of this decided Improvement,
made an arrangement with this physician and
commenced advertising in the best newspapers;
in u short time the sale increased fr ON hundreds
to thousands until now the sale of BENSON'S
daily increasing They can be obtained Of any
Druggist al % cents each. may3O-lm
ID. w. b. TeviS and J. A. Quafles
& &C.. agents. for Lexington, Me.
MONEY TO LOAN.
THE undersigned is prepared to negotiate
i Loans OF 81 600 and upwards, on improved
farm property for term Of i've years Or less;
NE. Corner Main 4 Laurel streets, Room
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A Card from Mr.. Gordon,

TO Messrs JAS. II. Graham, n. G. Ewing John
a. MIicheli, W ii. Waideli. JAS. j. Fleming,
L. GOscwisch ami In re-
ply t. II call maie upon me III the Inielligencer,
oi July |, to allow my name 10 go before the
Democratic Nominating Convention US a candi-
date for county assessor, ] hereby give You the
liberty To use my name As you request. Should
| he elected. l promise you To do the duties of
the Office to the best of my ability. Thanking
You for the liattrIlng manner In which You speak
of my qualifications to ill the SAID office, i re-
main your friend, &c, LINN Il. GORDON.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Castoria II certain to operate. 1t does not
nsuseate or grippe like Castor Oil, but is pleasant
to take, digests the food, regulates the bowels,
cures wind collie, expels worms, and causes
natural sleep. 1t is equally adapted to adults
phine nor Alchohol. Children Teething may
have health. and mothers find rest, if they use
Castoris. jne2Am3
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
THE CRADLE.

Born, To the wife of VIM. Prewitt, near Lex.
ington, July +th. II boy. Our centennial baby
Bern-Near Napoleon, Monday, July Sd, Il
the wife of Geo. w. Bowling, q boy.
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CHEAP! CHEAP!! CHEAP ~!
KEEPS PATENT
PARTlY-MADE DRESS SHIRTS,

WdnSuffu Muslin and Best Irish MnstiM
l. SIZES,
ELEGANT STYLES,
PERFECT FITTING,
ONLY ONE QUALITY. 1.-THE VERY BEST
~ 80 EACH BOYS, 81 25 EACH.
Wholesale price, Sl5 per dOz ; half doz. 81 so;
Boys sizes. 81. per doz. half doz., So. Re
tail prlces. Mems, ST 30 each; Rows
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
THE TOMR,
ANNOUNCEMENT

Died-In this city, Wednesday,, July 5. Mrs
MATTE, wife of }. H. Duvall. aged p years
8 months and p duys.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Many interesting items are crowded out
of this issue by the history of the county,
which We print to-day. This history IS
worthy of careful reading.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Major A. IL. Toid,th new principal of the
Elizabeth Aull Female Seminary, arrived
here yesterday. and will Immediately COM
mence preparations for the opening of school
in September. The Summary building is to
be thoroughly renovated from cellar TO .,al-
ret, new furniture, carpets, &C., and every
thing put i'll tip-top order. We hopo to see
= full attendance aud u prosperous future for
the school.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
Centaur
Letter from a Postmaster.

ANTIOCH, ILL.,, Dec, l, 1874.
'Messrs j. b. Rose 4 Co.:
My wife has, for a long time. been q terrible
sufferer from rheumatism. She has ,ried many
physicians and many remedies. The only thing
winch has gwen her relief is Centaur Linlment
l am rrioiced to say this has cured her. l am
". RING.
This ia u sample of many thousand testimo-
malls received, of wonderful cures effected by
the Centaur Liniment. The ingredients of this
article are published around each bottle. 1t
contains Witch Hazel, Mentha, Arnica, Rock
Oil, Carbollc, and ingredients hitherto little
known. 1t is an indIsputsble fact that the Cen
taur Liniment is performing more cures of
linGs. Stiff Joints, Eruptlons, Rheumatism,
Neuralgia %Sciatica, Caked Breasts, Lock-jaw,
&C., than all other Liniments, Embrocatious
Extracts, Salves, Ointments and Plasters now in
use.
For TO0thache, Earachc, Weak Back, Itch
and CutaneOus EruptiOns, it Is admirable. 1t
cures burns and scalds without u scar. Ex-
tracts poison from bites and stinEs, aud heals
Prostitutes and chillblains, IN u short time. No
family can afford to be without the Centaur Lin
lH.enf, white wrapper.
The CENTAuR LINlMEST, willow WRAPPER,
is adapted to the tough skin. muscles ana flesh
Of the animal creation. Its effects upon several
cases of SPAWN, Sweeny, Wind Gall, and Big
Head and Poll EVIL, are little less than marvel
lous.
Aessrs. j. Mcclure L Co.. Druggists, corner
Elm and Front sts.. Cincinnati. o., say
I'm our nsighborhood a number Of teamsters
are using the Centsur line They pro-
nonnce Il superior to anything they have ever
USED. We sell as high rs four TO five dozen bot
Ties per month to these teaInsters."
We have thousands Of similar testimonials.
For Wounds. Calls, Scratches. Ring bone,
&c., and for Screw worm in Sheep it has no
rival. Farmers, LIvery-men, and stock raisers
have in this Liniment . remedy which is worth
. hundred times it's cost.
Laboratory ofJ b. 8 4 CO.,
] laaszAms u pET ST., Skw foRK.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Our democratic citizens are requested 10
illuminate their stores and residences nsXt
Monday Night. Don't neglect it.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
DYSPEPSIA.

Americans are particularly subject to this dis
ease and its effects; such as Sour Stomach. Sick
Headache. Hsbitual Costiveness, Hear burn
Water brssh. coming up of the food, coated
tongue, disagreeable taste in the mouth, pal
pitstion of the Heart and all diseases of the
Stomach and Liver. Two doses Of GREEN
AUGUST FLOWER will relieve you at once, and
there positively ia not q case in the United States
it will not cure. If you doubt this 20 to your
Druggist. Thee. Gosewisch, and get = Sample
Bottle for 10 cents and try it. Regular size I:
cents. iune3-lm
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

The Thermometer has ranged between s
ami 30 degrees since last Tuesday. And The
nights nave been too hot to talk about with
am degree ofp%atience.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Russell Il Co., of Msssillion, Ohio. manufac
ture a Threshing Machine which is celebrated
the country over. Probably they lead all other
manufacturer. Their buildings cover several
acres of ground, and are filed with the finest
machinery, Thrsshing men and others interes-
ted would do well to send for their illustrated
catalogue before purchasing.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

We guarantee our large line of Domestics
to be cheaper than any in Lexington. Call
ut COnkling Il Beeding's.
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Meeting of County Grange.

There will be a regular meeting of Lafay-
cite County Grange, in Lexington, on
Tuesday, July 18th 1876.
JOS. F. SMITH, Master.
j. r FERGUSON, Secretary.
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transacted, keeping the ladies busy VINO
attended 1t. The proceeds were S43 40.

C leaI ed Sl4,1O. We failed to get the name
of the person in charge. The men who
danced were charged 10 cents for the priv
Ilege-the ladies, of course, paying nothing.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Beautiful Dress Goods only 10 cents pei
yard, ut Conkliug i BeeLiug's.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

Remember. the Bazaar GlOve-FItting Pat.
terms, at Conkling j. Beedlng's.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08
ROBERT BUXTON, OF SALINE.

Great bargains in Napkins, Towels, Tabl'
Linens, etc., at ConklIng Il Beeding's.
Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1876-07-08

We are authorized to announce b. r. IRE
LAND as Il candidate tor reelection as Treasures
Of Lafayette county, subject to the democratic
nominating convention.
We are authorized to announced G.. C. CATRON
us q candidate for County Treasurer, subject Ia
the decision Of the Democratic Nominating
Convention. I'd.
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15

meantime, Jane shall come and get you some
breakfast; believe she is getting up"
mo, no." l gasped, Il can't wait for
Jane; will start at once; smust be gone
before she comes down."
"But will call, and tell her TO make haste
I dare say she can come at once"
"No. no! must go at cree. Goodbye.
am sorry to leave you SO abruptly, but II
shall lose my train"
''Only stay two minutes, until l can slip on
my clothes, and will walk to The station
with7you then"
mo, no; thank you. Coed by, good by;
and FASTENED away. But l had not gone
far before l remembered that the electric
wires were laid as far as the entrance gate. I
looked back; Harry still stood at the door,
looking alter me. SIS there any danger at
the gate?'' 1 cried.
Danger! What do you mean? There's
DO danger"
''You are sure there are no knobs, or han
| dies. OF coils or anything Of that sort?''
ooh, no, nothing. of the kind; You need
| not be at all afraid. 1 wish, though, you
| would alter your mind, and come back.''
| 1 looked back, and as did so I saw Jane
opening the shutters; shook my head, and
cried: mo, thank you; good-bye;" and
made the best of my way down the drive. |
cautiously pushed the gate open with my
foot, and carefully avoided touching the han
die. When got on the high road breathed
more freely, and fastened on to the railway
station Ijust managed to catch the early
train, ard in due time reached London and
mytmodest lodgings AS entered my snug
| lirtle room, said to myself: "Thank good
ness, there is no cellar full of electric bat.
teries with wires, and shocks laid on all over
the house; and as for lighting the gas, had
rather do it with the humble lucifer than the
most convenient ivory knob that was ever in.
vented.
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15

Beyond the bursting greenness of the woods,
Unto the misty. mountain solitudes,
Has April breatbed her sweet and changeful moods.
But in the folded buds and leaves, and higher,
Where nest the small birds in the fir trees spire
Through all the world there breathes soft desire.
mystic influence broods DER hidden things;
The caterpillar, in his drowsy rings,
Dreams purple pictures OF his future wings.
A sweet presentment fills the intense,
Clear air. The brooks hang in suspense
Among the rocks. The small grass feels sense
Prophetic of a joy most strange and dear,
For, 10! May Tits the door latch of the year!
Deep out of sight, where earths great mystery lies,
Shut up within her heart forever, dies
thrill along The unseen arteries Y - .|
Within the tangled roots of beech aud lime,
The sweet saps pulsate as they blindly climb.
And sprout their tasseled greenness ere its time.
Along the stream the whispering rushes say
To one another, how the gentle May
Beings in the sunshine of dearer day.
And to the sweet-breathed volets that blow
An azure margin to their silver flow,
The garrulous rpples tattle as they CO.
Sick with desire, the lily bells turn pale;
The wandering cowslips peep from every dale;
And daisies stand on tptoe through the vale.
The amorous boughs bend toward her far and near,
While May stands in the doorway of the year.
Ather charmed coming, at The far South, waere
1t fingered for her bidding calm and fair,
The sunshine flows through all the happy air.
Aerial arches of the sunset dyes
Ger the enchantment of her presence rise,
And span the glory of the bending skies.
Now roll minutes to the golden hour, -
And now the bud fulfills the perfect flower; a..
Now Earth puts on her beauty's crown and power.
From the low easement of the cottage room,
To the far distance where the dim hills loom,
Thelengths of meadow land burst into bloom.
A hundred brooks, down-leapine whence they hung
And seeming med, with many silver tongue,
Sing sweeter songs than ever yet were sung.
The birds all pipe their welcome, blithe ami clear,
While May comes through the doorway of the year.
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
sOSSMORE HOTEL,

SUMDIER NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

NORTUNE TELLER.-Madame n. A.
10 Maddox the celebrated Clairvoyant Fortune
Teller and Doctress can be consulted at No. Ouin-
CIV ST. Madame N. has had large experience in tell
ING fortunes searching out lost, hidden or stolen
treasures sc, and never known TO be AT fanlt
Do not miss this opportunity of consulting the great
est fortune teller ofthe age. Persons entering nfoanv
new business or profession .he conducting of which
tage to pay her visit She can iorete the destiny
of friends in any part Of the Orld and describe them
perfectly She also describes all manner OF disease
that flesh is heir to- and gives medicine for the same
She has given universal satisfaction to all who have
consulted her IN her constant travels siuce she was
seven years old. Good testimonials given If desired
Terms, Gents 81 90; Ladies so cents. Office hours
ropa 9 A. NJ. TO 9P. NJ. poSdtt
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
Hotel Mt "old orchardy for Sale or TO Let.

L view House, contains 70 rooms, excellent
in arrangement, first-cass stables, bowling alleys,
bathing houses, &c. Distant II miles from Old Or
chard Station-Bo & Maine r. R.. and on the
line of the new railroad to be built this The
beach 90 miles in lengthy is one of the best the
Atlantic coast for riding and bathing. Parties in
search Of good hotel property invited to examine
this before purchasing renting elsewhere Photo
graph can be seen at the office of +. G. PATTEk-
SON, Portland Me. my13tf
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
PALMER KNOX.

TESIilS unrivaled Stallion will stand this season aft
n NeAenGey's stables i'm RiddefOrd.
HIS increasing popularity makes him the most
desirable Stock Horse in the Country. His colts
are al good ones, and command high prices. For
EI' M. McN ENNEV. BiddefOrS,
oo or w. g.. PALMER, Portland.
apes diff
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
CL A IR VO Y A N L

A RELIABLE Clarvoyant can be found at the
IN rear of 30 Dant0rth ST., where she will exam
ine the SICK and advise prescribe as each case de-
mands. Terms St.OO. She will visit those who
are unable to come to her residence if desired Mrs
King, in addition TO her elairvoy'nc and remedies
possesses remarkable healing power which makes
her very successful. feb17d.Swtt1S
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15

CARPENTERS Manual.-A practical guide
" to all operations of the trade; drawing for car
penters, forms of contracts, specifications plans,
&c. illustrated, SO cts. PAINTERS' Manual.
ishing kalsomining, papefing, lettering stainino.
gliding, Sc, SO cts. Book of Alphabets, So Scrolls
and Ornaments, 81. Matchmaker and Jeweler So
Soap-maker 25. Taxidermst, 80. Hunter and
Trapper's Guide, 90. Dog Training, %. Of booksel-
lers or by mail. JESSE HANEY & CO.. 119 Nassau
ST., n. Y. anr5fi9m
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
For Sale,

49, The three story brick dwelling house. No.
1:::I IT'S Danforth Street, recently occupied by
.a4sAs Watson Newhall. Possession given mme-
diatey.
Also, the two story brick dwelling house on the
westerly conner of Spring and Park Street. Terms
easy JOSEPH ILSLEY. .
apo DIFF
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
New House ON Preble Street for
$1,000.

o. The new two and half story house on
; Preble street. facing Lincoln street. containing
seven rooms, SebagO water, good cellar, sink
drain and water closet connected with sewer Terms
of payment is $1,000 cash; balance on mortgage.
f. G. PATTERSON,
Dealer in Real Estate,
Willia1ns, BLOCK
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
House Rents.

,z.xa % story Brick House, 9 rooms gas, Sebago,
fsssS bath room. eemented cellar, near horse cars
ETTsSS@@H for $3.50. Down stairs Tenement 6 rooms,
EfITT]on Alder Street. $780, Up stairs Tenement
Paris Street rooms, 5000. Apply to F. G. PAT
TERSCN, Dealer in Real Estate, 379a Congress
Street. my9dtf
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15

INFECT IMPORTATION of Aies,
~ Wines and Liquors. Holland Gin in
Duk, D. Dekuyper. Green Seal Gin in case from Rot
terdam Irish and Scotch 'Whiskey in bulk and case
from Ramsey & Co, Liverpool. Hennessey Brandy
III case, vintage 1866, 1870 and 1873, direct from
france. Very fire old Port and Sherry Wines direct
from London. Heidsieek Champaign. Bass Pael Ale
from Burton-on-Trent in Hhds, Bbs., and Kilder-
kens. Also same (Hibberts bottling) in casks and
cases of OTIS and Pts. In the original packages in
bond or duty paid by JAMES MCGLINCHY, I'M
porter, SO Commercial st. apr7eod6m
The Portland daily press., 1876-05-15
BOYS Custom Clothing
MRS. H. G. CHASE

woud inform her old customers and friends that she
has reopened the store Corner Portland aud
mpchHnic streets, where she is prepared To
cut and make Boys Clothing in the latest STYLES
Trimmings constantly on hand. old Marim-.'Firs
come first served mchldtf