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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-11-18

The following remarks were made by Pres
edent Welch, of the Iowa Agricultural Col
legc at the recent Short Horn Breeders Con
vention:
"Whilc was coming here to day, I was
thinking of the important subiect-nOw long
shall thoroughbred animal be bred by eros
sing with a scrub before becoming pure blood ?
The English rule is to cross four times with
the female and five times with the male. We
take half blood and cross with pure blood,
and we have three.quartcr blood, and at the
fifth cross we have an animal that has thirty
one parts pure blood to one part scrub-that
Is if we compute the crosses automatically
but when we take into consideration the fact
that the pure-blOoded animal is prepotent
over the scrub blood, when pure-blood Short
Horn bull is crossed with a scrub COW, the
result cannot be computed automatically, for
the prepotcnCe of the thoroughbred animal
over the scrub controls to a greater or less de.
gree, the value Of The progeny. The future
beef and butter + re county depend on the
value of crOssiD | crossed common COW,
a poor mixer, with IN Ayrshire bull and the
result was an 4 rshire calf resembling his
male parent, aN' with not one perceptable
point in favor r Ms mother; thus the scrub
was almost en- " lost. 1t is imp ,ssible to
say that a cer', number Of crosses will pro-
duce arithmari", results. The Short Horn
bull is the mos 3"epOtCnt animal on earth,
not particular NJ generally, and for exam
pie we will tai he seventeens. Suppose
there have been Nineteen crosses since the i'm
portation of 1917; at the present time there
would be onetwo.thousandth part ofthe scrub
blood in straight seventeen, Chat is, if it was
computed automatically; but when you take
into consideration the prepotence of the pure
blood over the scrub, you have an animal as
near perfection as 1t is possible to get Where
are the excellencies ofthe Short Horn but his
merit to transmit that excellence and merit to
his progeny? | recognize, also, the value of
strain is, that particular family produces the
best Short Horns. We often find that by re-
version very homely or inferior bull, ifhe be
ofgood family, will breed back to some ofhls
ancestors, and produce them. The principle
that like begets like, seems to be the true doc
frinpp
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-11-18

Prickly comfrey is plant with which
every farmer and cottager ought TO become ia.
milar, inasmuch as it is reished by all kinds
of stock, horses, COWS, calves, sheep and pigs,
and II will grow every where, either IN the
sun or in the shade, between a double hedge
or on bleak bank, or on the hillside, in the
mold or in the clay. 1t Is very hardy and
very productive Ii 1t were planted on a
richly prepared bed with some good strong
crowns, 1 believe the product will soon be
surprising. l planted some two years ago
last March on an embankment, caused by
building railway bridge. The soil consists
ofclay taken out of cutting more than thIr
ty feet deep, and yet have already Aug. 81,
cut it five times this season without any ma
nure whatever If 1t is not wanted in its
green state, il can be cut and carried TO some
convenient place, and cured as hay and used
In the same manner. 1t ought never to be al
lowed TO flower, as it then becomes tough and
woody, besides losing time and checking it:
growth; the more it is cut the more it grows
and believe it is destined TO become very
useful and favorite plant-EHglisb Gazette.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-11-18

AB Iowa man has invented aipulpit regu.
lator. An exchange describes it as machine
that strikes an alarm after the preacher has
talked thirty minutes, and if he does not close
within three minutes thereafter down gees
the pulpit, parson, and the balance of the ap-
paratus.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-11-18
GOOD BOOKS FOR ALL.

For sale by OSMAN HAPEMAN IS La Sale St. Ottawa,
lila. Any Of these Books will be forwarded ty mall post.
paid, receipt OF price:
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
To the Women of MARYLAND.

The angels song of "Pcace III on earth, ant
good will unto men" will soon rc-echo through
out the world, and, remembering this, we ap-
peal to the wives, mothers and daughters Of
Maryland to combine their influence for good
and make this the most joyful Christmas fcsti-
val ever celebrated in their midst
We pray them to Danish from their receptions
all intoxicating drinks, nobly daring to set aside
an evil custom, which, though it may not harm
them or theirs, may yet tend TO the ruin Of many
precious soul.
We implore them, as in the sight of God, by
the love they bear their nearest and dearest, tc
shun the fearful woe pronounced on him "whc
putteth the bottle to his neighbours lips
The blight may not have reached their homes
then in very thankfuuess, let them resolve tina,
they will do nothing to deepen the shadows
on other hearthstones.
We ask this at their hands, in the name oil
women who suffer, and may Gods richest bless
ing rest on all who hear and heed.
By order of "The Woman's Temperance
Union" of Maryland.
Mns. GEORGIA HULsE MCLEOD, Cor. sec'y.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
THE GAZETTE.
ls7s BALTIMORE. 1877
1877
1877

Encouraged BY the public appreciation of the
effort to make first class independent journal,
the Publisher of THE GAZETTE has perfect ed
such arrangements as will maintain its present
standing i'll advance of any other newspaper IN
Baltimore. The fearless and aggressive tone of
It's editorial comments will be continued, and
the variety of its reading mat ter will be an ad
dltional attraction to the general reader 1t
will be INDEPENDENT IN ALL THINGS and NEU.
TRIAL IN NOTHING, and will uuspuriugy de-
nounce the wrong and commend the good, no
matter what men or party may be- affected by
its action. Its constantly increasing corps Of
special correspondents includes able represen.
tatives at all the prominent news centres in The
country, who will keep its readers fully inform.
ed Of all current events. Its reliable Washing
ton correspondence, heretofore Il marked fea
ture, will be found 10 be of more than ordinary
interest during the present year, while the news
from all parts of the world, furnished by the
Associated Press, will be presented daily in a
succnct and attractive form. The excellence
of its local, financial, commercial, maritime
and miscellaneous departments will be rigidly
maintained Particular attention will be paid
to Maryland news, and that of the adjoining
States. The GAZETTE is published in a beauli
full and attractive form, aud no effort will be
spared to keep it, in every respect, in the front
rank of American journalism
THE DAILY GAZETTE, 4 pages, 90 columns,
payable in advance, So year, SO 25 for six
months, Sl.75 tor three months, or GO cents
month, postage prepaid at this office.
The WEEKLY GAZETTE, in addition to the
brightest and best features of the Daily issue,
contains all the news # the week carefully col
lated. 1t is filled with domestic and foreign
news, special correspondence, able and fearless
editorial comments, and interesting literary SC.
lecions. 1t is prepared with q special view 10
make ii healthiul, vigorous eeyating and in.
structive family newspaper, and en- braces every
department found in a trst-clnss weekly jour.
nal, III is one Of the best and clpnDest news
papers in the country
Terms, in advance, ONE DOLLAR a year, post
age prepaid at this office. No subscriptions
received for shorter time.
Address, THE GAZETTE,
dec22 Baltimore, Maryland.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
Local Affairs .


LITTLE LOCALS.
We arc daily supplied with the Congyes
stondl Record, thanks to the courtesy of our
| Roberts.
The last Grand Jury in Charles county,
Md, recommended lat license be granted
to sixty one persons to sell liquor in that
county.
By the fast mai' arrangement, which
has been resumed, the New York and Phil
adcphia dailes are received in Bel Air the
same day they are published.
| The remains of the late DR.. Geo. Thomas
Hays were buried at Abingdon, on Saturday
last, with masonic honors, by Mount Ararat
Lodge, No, A, "A, f. and AN. The funeral
was largely attended.
"A Sunday School Festival and missio,-
AIRY meeting will be held at Grace Chapel,
Hickory, on Wednesday, December 81, 1876,
at 2 o'clock, =. NJ. Address by The Rev. Mr.
Gallaudet.
Francis NJ. Ady, son Of Mrs Caroline
ten miles from Baltimore, died on the 10Th
inst, from injuries received few weeks ago
by being run over by heavy market wagon
Red Lion Summit is the name of one of
the most tlourishing stations on the Peach
Bottom Railway. In former days, the hotel
sign at the place was ornamented with a
huge rcd lion--whencc the name of the
station.
We have received from Dick & Ftzger.
aid, publishers, New York, "DicE's Recita.
tions and Readings, No. q" a carefully COM
piled selection of pieces in poetry and prose,
for recitation OF reading; also Frosl's Parlor
Acting Charades" and allow to Learn the
Sense of 5000 French Words in one hour"
-Messrs. Cochran e Co., of Baltimore,
commenced cutting and storing ice in their
large houses at HayTe de Grace, on Thurs
day. MessIs. Olcr IL Co, it was thought,
would also commence to-day. The ice is
fully o. inches thick, and beautifully clear.
The smaller houses generally We're filed last
week with ice six inches in thickness
AT the regular communication of Sus.
quehanna lodge, 1870, A. f. & A, NJ, on Mon
day evening, Dec. 18th, the following officers
for the ensuing year were duly elected and
regularly installed: Jesse Hlles, w. NJ;
A. Vosbury, s. W.; l.. W. Murphy, ]. WI
T. NJ. Sumption Secretary AID J. w. Foster,
Treasurer. -RGpublcan,
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
Literary Organization.

While literary societies are being formed
throughout the county, the people of Aberdeen
are not to be behind all Others, as they met last
Tuesday and formed q society, under the title
of THE Scott Literary Society of Aberdeen, "
with the motto I" LSsc guam Tdcre, y" To be,
not TO seem to be-
The meeting was called to order by Mr.. A. l..
Hyde in the chair The officers for number
of stated meetings were then chosen MS follows:
Prcsident-Samuel jay; Vice. President-A. l..
Hyde; Secretary-Miss Annie Mitchell; and
an executive committee of four to assist them
in conducting the affairs Of the association.
1t will be a pleasant place to spend many of
the long winter evenings and where all will have
al opportunity of displaying their literary tai
ents, of which think this part Of the county is
by no means deficient.
The exercises for each meeting will consist of
essays, select reading, debates, &c. The sub
icct for debate next Tuesday, Dec 10th. 1876,
is Would Universal Suffrage increase Mans
admiration of Woman" The contestants for
the affirmative, Messrs. James Baker and A. l.
Hyde. Negative, Robert Fnney and T. Worth
ington.
AS these exercises are open to the public, it
is hoped they will take an interest in
them by giving their attendance.
Aberdeen, Dec. goth, 1876 =.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
Let the People Speak Ont.

We are confident there are thousands OF
honest Republicans who do not desire to see
Gov. Hayes elevated to the Presidency by
unfair or dishonest means. We are equally
sure that there are as many Democrats who
would scorn to see Gov. Tilden the President
by single illegal vote. II is such men as
these, Republicans and Democrats, demand
ing equal and exact justice and compliance
with constitutional law, whose power can
now be eXertel to save our country from
threatened danger The partisan politician,
with whom every act that benefits his own
party is right and that which aids the oppo-
sition wrong, must step aside Every
Thoughtful man realizes that any settlement
Of the dilicnltyby lrgerdemain process, by
sharp practice or dishonest means, although
itmightno be resented 10y an appeal to arms,
would leave The county in distracted state,
and business, Instead of reviying, would con-
TIME 10 anguish amid the turmoil % poll
tics. Therefore, the question, to he settled
IT, the satisfaction Of vast ma jorily Of the
people of both political parties, must be nd
lusted according to the laws Of the land and
the dictates Of common honesty.
The course of the leaders of The Demo-
cratic party, we are glad to say, has been one
Of firm reliance upon the laws to enforce the
expressed will of the people of the United
States. They have made no frantic appeal
to'arms in behalf of Mr.. Tilden, but have
trusted altogether to constitutional methods
TO secure a recognition, even by their oppo.
nents, of the fairness of his election. Misun.
derstanding the moderate tone of the Demo,
cratic leaders, the Republican managers have
grown holder and holder each day in pro
claiming the lawless near by which, right
or wrong, they intend to secure the inaugu
ration OF Gov. Hayes. President Grant even
forgetting the dignity of his high position
has given utterance to words which show an
utter contempt for the forms of law, and q
settled purpose to be what he has himself
said he is, :" the representative of a party"
The evils which would follow the consum.
nation Of such a conspiracy have at last
aroused class who seldom take any interest
. in politics, beyond casting their votes for the
>partgto which their personal friends belong.
We allude to the merchants, the manufsc
turers and business men generally, whose
prosperity, more, perhaps, than that of the
farmer, is dependent upon peaceful, well
ordered condition Of the body polite. See
ing that this is true, now is the time for them
to exert their influence to secure an honest
determination CT the Presidential dispute.
Let them rise superior to the ties of party,
and by mass meetings, by memorials and by
protests, whose earnestness and dignity shall
secure recognition, compel the lawless men
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

PROCEEDINGS OF THE COMMISSIONERS
Richard B. Mccoy, George Huff and VIM
7. Clark were appointed examiners to
locate n public read in the 9Th election dis
trict, beginning at Wheecr's School House
and terminating at the Delta and Pylesvilc
road, known as the Webster road.
The assessors of the Second Assessment,
District nayc completed their work, and
handed in 10 the Commissioners copy Of
their field books as directed by law The
aggregate number of days occupied Ivy the
three assessors, were five hundred ana seven
ty nine.
Adjourned to meet on the 1st lay OF
January, 1871.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
Grand Panoramic Exhibition.

DROF. II. II. Hall. of Phila., Pa, will
4 display his PANORAMIC EXHTBI,
TION of and deliver his ILLUSTRATED
SERMONS ON, two of the following sub
jects, at each place:
- The Life of Christ" "Tcn
Nights in Bar-loom," CPL
grim's Progress" and "A Walk
through the Centennial Grounds. =
On THURSDAY, January 4th, 1877, at
Centre NJ. e. Church, near Forest Hill.
On FRIDAY, January 9TH, at Friend
ship NJ. E. Church, near FalIston.
On SATURDAY, January 9th, at Ebene-
ger NJ. E. Church, near Taylor p. O., Har-
ford Co., Md.
Tickets 30 cents. Doors to be opened
at 81 O'Clock. To commence at : p. NJ. -
All who desire treat are invited to at
tend. dec22
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

From Mr.. james Grimes, of Mount Peasal
Columbia county, Pa

From Mr.. james Grimes, of Mount Pleasant,
Columbia county, Pa.
about three years ago our daughter, now
twelve wears Of age, was severely afflicted with
Group. A general irritation of the lungs fol.
lowed, producing hectic cough, which became
almost constant; swelling of the temples, and
other indications of Consumption, were also
apparent, and her life was paired of by her
physician. AT this critical moment we were
induced to give Dr. Wistar's Basam of Wild
Cherry trial, and after she had taken one bot
tie we found her so much relieved that we dis
continued its use. Since that time we have used
the Balsam in our family in cases of coughs and
colds, and believe 1t to be superior remedy fol
all diseases Of the lungs"
Fifty cents and one dollar bottle. Sold b,
all druggists.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

FIRE N BALTIMORE COUNTY. The bar
racks and BAN Of Mr.. George Dillworih, OF
the eleventh district Of Baltimore county,
sixteen miles from the city, caught fire about
six o'clock on Friday evening, and with the
contents, consisting Of grain, hay, farming
implements, SC, were entirely consumed
So rapid were the flames that although the
neighbors congregatcd it was found impossi-
bic 10 save even the family carriage The
loss is estimated at $4,000; no insurance ;
fire supposed accidental, Mr.. Dlliworti's
farm is that formerly owned by the late
Ishmael Day, who it will be recoleced, shot
q Confederate soldier during the raid into
Maryland for pulling down the Union flag
Sam
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

General W. +. Bartlett died at Pittsficld
Mass, on Sunday.
Cardinal Constantine Patrizi Dean Of
the Sacred College, at Rene, is dead
The Legislature of Alabama has repeal.
cd the tax of fifty dollors hitherto imposed
upon commercial travellers.
"A Parliamentary committee has voted to
recommend the abolition OF the death penal.
ty in the kingdom of Italy.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

HEALTH NoTEs.-Statisticsfp that twen-
ty five per cent. of the deaths IN our large cities
are caused by consumption, and when we reflect
that this terrible disease in its earlier stage will
readily yield to u bottle Of Dr. Bulls Cough
Syrup Costing 25 cents,) shall we condemn the
sufferers for their negligence, or pity them for
their ignorance?
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

Among the wild rumors that are flying
over the land, is one that the Republican
caucus at Washington have discovered that
the law does not require the President of the
Senate 10 be member of that body 1t Is
thereupon stated that in the event of nm alb.
solute disagreement between the two houses
of Congress, in regard to the election, Grant
could be elected President of the Senate,
which would make him President of the
United States until his successor was duly
inaugurated. We dare say such plan might
jump with Grants humor. but the people
have had enough of him and will ell be re-
j,ced when he relires to the obscurity from
whence he WAS lrnrred.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

CONowINGo BRIDGE CoMPANY-At n
meeting of the Directors of the Conowingo
Bridge Company, held at Conowingo on the
10Th inst, it was resolved that the earnings
of the company during the past year be APP
piled toward the payment of the debt, and
that no dividend be declared ut this time
The business of the year has not been unfav,
orable, considering the depression of trade
which has so generally existed. The COM
pletion Of the Columbia and Port Deposit
Railroad, nov nearly finished, will tits ex-
pectei incrt asc the travel and earnings of
the Bridge.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

who are plotting the subversion of law, TO
pause before they commit an act which can
not be recalled, and the consequences of
which, although of present advantage to
themselves, may be only the beginning Of the
end of free government in America.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

THE AMERICAN AGRICULTURIsT.-We shall
do our readers a favor by directing their atten-
ton to that valuable, practical journal, the
A'ncrican A9riculturiSt, which is just now enter
ing upon its Seth year. 1t is packed full of in.
formation, that cannot fail to be very helpful to
every family, and to every man whatever his
calling, and whether rcsdingi in City, Village or
Country. Each volume gives from 600 to 700
fine original engravings, that are both pleasing
and instructive-to lIousekccpers and Children,
to Farmers, Mechanics, Merchants, Professional
Men, indeed to all classes. Its house plans and
improvements, with full particulars of cost, etc.,
with engravngs, its fearless exposure of hum.
bugs and quackcry, indeed its whole make up
and its thoroughly reliable character, render it
worthy place in every household. An i'm.
mensc circulation enables the publishers to
supply it at the low cost of SLIGO year, post.
paid or four copies for s. 40. Send now for
volume SO, to the publishers, Orange Judd Com.
pany, 245 Broadway, New York City
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

Last Saturday week the roof of Mr..
John r. Rutledge's dwelling house near the
Upper Cross Rocds, was discovered to be on
fire, near the chimney, having caught from
sparks lodging in the shingles. A small
blaze had just started, hut ladder had been
left on the roof while some repairs were
being made, which afforded speedy access to
the spot, and the prompt application of q
bucket of water put out the fire and saved
the building from destruction.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

Hon. Charles b. Roberts, of Maryland,
has submitted to the joint Senate and House
caucus committee proposition which recites
the present condition of affairs and the GUS
ing the count of the electoral vote, and con-
cludes with resolution declaring that in
accordance with custom and precedent the
counting of the electoral Vote shall take
place rs heretofore in the hall oft House of
Representatives.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

On Tuesday of last week, Hon. f. o.
Prince Secretary OF the National Demo-
cratic Committee, was elected mayor Of Bos.
ton, by $500 majority. The Democrats also
elected nine out Of twelve councmen. This
fact is significant, and shows the drift OF pub
lie opinion at the North. VIII Grant, Chan.
dler and Cameron take notice? On the same
day the Democrats elected their candidate
for mayor in Worcester, Mass.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

Gen. Francis C.tBarlow, IN able and
earnest Republican, Who with others was
sent down 10 Florida % inspect the result OF
the election, has written letter in which he
makes frank and fair statement, virtually
showing that Gov. Tilden carried the State
by small majority, even after throwing out
certain counties on the ground Of alleged
fraud and Intimidation.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22
Notice to Tax PAYERS.

DERSONS who may consider themselves
l. aggrieved by any valuation of proper
ty, made by the Assessors for any Assess.
mcnt District, within the jurisdiction Of
this Board, are hereby notified that to in
sure full consideration Of such complaints
and appeals, in time tn complete the re-
turns, which this Board is required to make
under the General Assessment Act, such
complaints and appeals ought to be made
to this Board at the earliest possible day ai-
ter tberetun to this Board of the assess
ment fthe property concerning which such
persons may consider themselves aggrieved
In all cases in which complaint or appeal
is not made within thirty days after the
return to this Board of the valuation COM
planned Of, this Board will proceed, al
though no complaints or appeals be made,
to review, under the powers given to it by
the Assessment Act, the valuations so re-
turned to it, and will consider such review
as final disposition, upon its part, Of all
valuations in reference to which no COM
plant or appeal has been made within the
time designated us aforesaid.
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

The New York San is of the option
that Notwithstanding the pacific rumors
which reach us from Constautinope, the
final result of the conference will lie war he.
twcCn Russin and Turkey
The aegis & intelligencer. [volume] (Bel Air, Md.) 1864-1923, 1876-12-22

A joint committee, consisting Of seven
members of the Senate and seven of the
House Of Representatives, has been appoint
ell to decide low the electoral vote shall be
counted