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Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Some time ago one OF our citizens, Hon.
&. NJ. Cameron, presented to the city, a
fine six-poundcr cannon. Not long since
we were in the outskirts Of the city wit
Messing game ofba!l, and we discovered
that identical cannon standing in mud
puddle. 1t occurs to US that tho city
would save money by erecting building
a, some convenient point,-thc lower por-
ton to be used as kind of arsenal and
fire works depository, and the upper as a
Council Chamber, Mayors Office, &c.
What do you think city Fatherse
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The game of Base ball on last Thursday,
between the White Caps and Red Caps,
was very interesting one indeed, it was
exceedingly interesting to see so many
young men, ranging from nine to twelve
years of age, playing d match game. The
game resulted in favor of the White Caps
by score of 81 against 81 for their oppo-
nents. A goodly number of citizens as
sembled upon the grounds to witness the
playing, and it was enjoyed by all spccta.
tors present. The very best of feeling and
order prevailed throughout the entire
game, and the little fellows enjoyed it.
very much. The same clubs assembled
on Saturday afternoon to play return
game, but from some cause, the facts OF
which We did not freely understand, tho
game was postponed. ~-,..s,.....-s.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The McCormicks never fail. In respect
to the cutting of grain, their machines had
from time to time been improved until in
that particular perfection seemed al
most to have been attained. They havenow
attached u self binder to their Harvester,
and it works with wonderful facility. We
saw one in operation recently on the farm
Of J. NJ. Sterling, Esq, just west of the
city, and we do not hesitate to say that
hereafter the men who expect to get liv-
ing by binding grain, will finei their &C.
cupation gone. The Wilmington Binder
as employed by the McCormick's is an
assured success
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

E.O. Wheeler, Esq, and family return.
ed from an extended eastern trip last
Thursday. With them came tho father
mother and sister of Mr.. Wheeler, to re.
side here permanently. Their children
ali being here, it was but natural that the
old people should come also, even though,
in doing so they were obliged to break up
the associations Of a lifetime, and seek
new affiliations and friendships They
are fortunate in being able to find their
children settled 50 closely together, while
to the latter 1t will he a constant joy that
their parents are in theirmidst, the objects
not alone of their kindest care, but OF
their tcndercst affection.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10
Sudden Death.

Last Monday al about five O'Clock in
the afternoon, Mrs. Kate }. wife Of Z. O.
Wheeler, Esq, of this city, remarked to
the family that she would dress for tea,
and immediately retired to the bath room.
Not reappearing as soon as she was eX.
pectcd one of the family went to her room
and knocked, but received no answer The
door was then tried and found bolted
Her not answering excited alarm and the
door was Immediately forced open, and
Mrs. Wheeler was found in sitting pos
turc with her head leaning forward-dcad:
She had removed her dress and was evil
deutly before the mirror washing. She
seemed to have fallen or rather to have
sunk down without single prcmonition
Of the change. 4 slight mark on the fore
head is the only indication Of external in-
jury sustained by the fall. From the time
Of her withdrawal from the sitting room
until she was discovered, not more than
an hour had elapsed, and yet she was
dead! Physicians say that she died Of
apoplexy, and express the opinion that
her dissolution was instantaneous,-af
fording her not even momcntary antici-
patton Of the spirits departure. She had
with her husband, jus: returned from an
extended tour of the east, and although
wearied she was supposed to be usually
we'll. About ten days ago she had an at
tack of dizziness, but she recovered in a
few minutes, and thought nothing more
about it. Mr.. Wheeler now thinks it was
a preliminary shock of paralysis. She
was thirty-three years old last month,
and had been married about seven years.
She leaves two little children destined
never to know the tenderness
Of their mothers afe ction for
them. Although mcasurably fond of so.
ciety, her heart was in her home and her
family and it is there that her loss will
fall with the most crushing weight. The
husband and the large circle of~relatives
all have the unrescrved sympathy Of the
community in this hour Of their deep
grief: The obsequies took place at the
house yesterday, being conducted by the
Rev. w. G. Rice, Of Rochester: assisted by
Rev. II. J. Crist, of this city. The remains
followed Ivy a large concoursc of
friends, were taken to lakewood for inter
mcnt.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

We are informed that some fifty tramps
boarded freigh, train at Lyle, Monday
and securely fastened themselves inside a
car \ brakeman approached the car
door and demanded admittance, it being
refused, be seized an axe and broke the
door down and cleaned the Car out singh
handed. How is that for pluck:
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The sociable of the NJ. E. Church was
held last evening at the residence of
Sheriff Hall, and it was most pleasant
gathering. Mrs. Hall performed the part
Of hostess, with ease and gracefhlncss.
The entertainment, both tho social and
that which has to do with the stomach
vas AT that could he desired.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

We spent little time recently in tho
Brownsville schools, and found them ur
der goou discipline and enjoying excel
lent instruction. The methods employed
were of tie most improved character, 81
that tkc work was both s. stematic nnt
successful. Mr.. G.. l.. Dingman has charge
Of the higher department and Mrs. G. J
Short of The lower, aud they were eacl
doing excellent service.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Mr.. D. Mcbride living two and half
miles west Of this city, has been building
a very comfortable and substantial house.
It is large, commod,ous, and neat,-just
what he needs for the convenience Of his
family lie is one ofthe substantial farm.
ers Of the county, and citizen respected
by all who know him. 1t affords us pleas
urc to note this evidence OF his prosperity
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

4 Tramp lit his pipe in the rear of a
tenement house own by W. T. Vaudeville,
last Monday, setting fire t" some straw
which communicated with the house,
thus firing that also, but it was noticed
in time to be saved by the promptness
and vigor of Il few neighbors. Everybody
should see that these nonads are kept
away from everything that can take fire
from pipe.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

II. DUSKEIMANS has just returned from
the cast with the largest stock Of ready
made clothing, gems furnishing goods o.
every kind, hats and caps Of every variety
and style, truukrs and valiscs, ever Offered
in this market. Clcthing consisting O
mems, young mems, youths and boys
i complete assortment of every kind. II
prices he challenges competition. otferin!
all his goods lower than the lowest, an<
invites the public to call and examine to>
themselves. 4-tf
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

.JAlEs CRoxON, in addition to the many
other attractions at his place Of business,
keeps the very latest NEWS. All the
leading Magazines, Periodicals and Illus
trated Papers may be found on his counter.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Last week gentleman, whose name we
were unable to learn, had quite an acct
dent befall him on the farm Of VIM. A.
Crane. He was carrying scythe into the
field over his shoulder when he ran the
point into the calf Of his leg. The acct
dent though painful one, is not serious.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The basket meeting held last Sunday at
Rose Creek Station was decided success
in point of numbers, as we'll us otherwise.
The rain Of the previous evening kept
many away who would have been in at
tendance. EldcrJ. G. Brussall, an Advent
minister, DESTROYS Of attending the meet
ing, dismissed his congregation and had
no services, coming will, many of his
members to the grove. Considerable in
tercst was manifested by all present, and
no doubt, each one felt that it twas good
to he there"
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The store room recently occupied by
Lambert & Hill, on the east side OF Main
street, is undergoing thorough repairs,
and when completed will present a very
neat appearance. Messrs. Lakewood &
futile, hardware dealers, will occupy the
room when finished.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

1t was rumored upon the streets yester.
day that two tramps robbed another one
of twenty-five dollars in Cranes lumber
yard Monday evening. 1t appears that
they filled him up with ''bcnzine" and
then did the mean work.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Miss Jennie Ellis school scholars gave
pic mic last Friday at Sargent's Silver
Springs, two miles east of town, 1t being
the occasion Of the close Of her term OF
school. All persons participating pro
nonnccdita very enjoyable affair.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

DIR. Allen, of Portage City, Wis, will be
at the Fleck House, in Austin, on Thurs
day, August eth, and remain four days
only, all those wishing his services must
remember the days. Examination and
Consultation Free. LIT
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The Baptist friends held their monthly
social on Tuesday evening last, with Mr..
and Mrs. Geo. E. Wilbour. 1t was IN one
sense a reunion of old friends and highly
enjoyable. 1t is scarcely necessary
to say that the amenities of the occasion
were most agreeable.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

A revival of the Young Mems Christian
Association in this city, might be the
means Of accomplishing much good. 9TH
er towns as small as this sustain such an
organization, and why can not we? Who
will move in the matter?
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

JAMES CRoSoN still keeps a supply OF
those excellent cigars. He has also nice
selection Of confectionery, and some OF
the finest fruits in the market. 1t is no
trouble for him to show goods,-thats
mart of his business. - = -
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The sad intelligence has reached this
city that Mr.. S. c. Hopkins, formerly a
resident of this city and a member of the
old firm of Hopkins & Fernald, is lying at
his home in Boston, Mass, dangerously
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Call and examine the new stock Of Ladies
Boots, Shoes and Slippers, the best in market
and at reduced prices, ut SWANS. sm2.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

If you would like to be surprised 60 to
Gupz aud examine the new stock Of clothing
he has just received. You will find that he
will sell you suit lower than it could be
Call on Gunz. ~: 6tf
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The recent rains show the necessity of
taking proper care of the grain. Let
shocks be well capped and they will not
be damaged by any moderate rain.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

SU1ClDE-W. II. Mcrrick's calf, aged 4
weeks, hung itself to a bob-sled back OF
his barn Wednesday a. III.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

We notice that Mr.. c.. Il. McKcnney,
late of the St. Cloud Press, has purchased
The RlslliUrN Star. Success to him.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The new furnaces for the school build.
ing have arrived and will he put in po-
si,ion ready tor the fall term Of school.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Mrs. Barlow, wife Of Mr.. j. S. Barlow
proprietor Of the Central House, fell about
week ago and broke her arm.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

J. SWANS Stock Of Boots anu Shoes is
complete in every respect. Prices lower than
ever. Money saved by giving Swan call.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The Dayton Journal says the translation
Of Tildcn's name into the Sioux, would be
Old Man Afraid-of:his-L Letter.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

During the past week the streets Of Aus
tin have been filled with fresh arrivals of
harvest hands. many being destitute of
means to procure lodging.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Those much needed improvements are
being made on some Of the streets in this
city. They arc Of a substantial kind, that
will last during the winter. The authori-
ties deserve credit.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Extensive Improvements have been
made in the FIRST National Bank to ac-
commodA.c its increasing bus mess.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

COOP NEws.-u. Gunz has just received a
Ane sslsction Of Dry Goods which have been
bought At extre mely low prices, and which
hs now offers again At prices far lower than
ever before. 6tf
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Mrs John F. Cook did not return with
her husband us stated elsewhere. She is
still in the east continuing her visit among
the scenes OF her childhood.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

J. Trues(cll has for rent good Office
fronting on Main street, over his Store
also rooms suitable for a small family
without children. 15if
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

UNIoN.-Unite your good -four with D.
D. DeLand & Co.'S Best Chemical Salera.
tus If you want extra bread, biscuit and
pastry Of all kinds.-United they rise, d.
vidcd they fall.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

4 St. Paul gentleman has purchased of
Mr.. Frcdericlls, the celebrated trotting
mare, Butcher Girl.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

For SALE.-One good "Wced' Sewing Ma
chine for SIS, ut the Singer Agency, South
West Public Suare. S-3w
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

NJ. NJ. Drey, the popular tobacco man
contemplatcs taking in the Centennial in
u short time.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Spor,smen arc cleaning up their guns
and training their dogs in anticipation of
the 18th inst
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

MI. Ira Jones has purchased Of c. c.
Hunt the brick block occupied by Mer-
rick s. Knox.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

John Ccrcoran, who was mentioned last
week as breaking bone in his leg, is
upon the streets. 1t was found af,erward
that the hurt was only sprain, but a very
Dninful one
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The Austin coal yards are being filled
with large supply Of winter fuel.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

One hundred and fifty harvest hands ar
rived on the Mason City train Monday.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Mr.. G. l.. Chase, Of the firm Of Austin
& Chase, hardware dealers, has been very
sick for the past week, but is improving.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

james Cronon has Cigars, Toblcco
Fruits, &C., &c. which he is selling cheap
lie keeps also, the latest Newspapers and
Periodicals.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Several neat dwelling houses arc in
course Of erection in diffcren, parts ofthe
Oif
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The Quarterly Meeting services of the NJ.
E. Church were very we'll attended last Sat-
urday and Sunday. We hope it may be the
means Of creating little more interest for q
time, at least, in church affairs for really it
is shame to have it reported that o man that
has worked 60 zealously and faithfully as
Rev. Mr.. Gilbert has for the past year, should
have his salary unpaid at the close Of the
year. TO be sure tho church is poor and
small here, vet we think that material aid
could be had by starting q subscription list
in town, or by having a church fair or some
similar amusement. Will not some of those
interested SEQ that some means is taken al
once to pay this worthy man his just dues?
OK HAND.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

A new sidewalk is being laid around
the Cnivcrsalist church property.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

]. Truesdell has large number Of dc.
sirable dwelling lots in Browns addition
10 Austin, which he will sell cheap and
on easy terms. 10tf
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

4 bureau that was made to order fol
Abraham Lincoln when lie began house
keeping, is on exhibition at the Ccntcn
NAL
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Though there is Il good deal of COM
plant of i, ght crops, an immense amount
If new machinery has been sold by our
dealers
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Several parties in the city are laying IN
their winters supply of fuel.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

There will be usual services in the
churches Sunday.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

"Be not weary in we'll doing" Just see
what difference there is in the school house
yard since it was cleared out for the Fourth
of July picnic, AID then see what an i'm
provement there can be made by cleaning
away the halle bushes and other underground
from the public square. Also see what vast
amount. Of weeds are going to seed along the
streets and vacant lots Of town the Street
Commissioner greatly improved the streets by
the work laid out on them last spring, now
Why not keep the weeds and bushes down so
that the town may present the neat and bust
ness like appearance it ought to wear.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

You can get right good flag now fora
palm-lcaf fan.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

GEND Csc. to G. P. ROWELL / CO., Ns@
~ York. for Pamphlet of 100 pages, contain
ing list Of 5000 newspapers. and estimates
showing cost of advertising.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Our merchants y. A. Sleeper and J. N
Priest, took a trip to St. Paul on business tn.
mast week.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10
SPECIAL NOTICES.
DISSOLUTION NOTaCE.

Notice is hereby given that the business
heretofore carried on in this city by and be-
tween Daniel Sullivan and Thomas McCor-
mick, as cc-partners, is this day dissolved,
and that tit debts due from US will he paid
by the undersigned. Any persons owing sad
co. partnership on account Of such business,
are hereby notified to make payment only to
me. DANIEL SULLIVAN.
Austin, July -, 1876. list
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Deputy P. NJ. Bxrber will handle the mail
while "Stevs" il gone to the Centennial.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The wheat harvest is progressing very
rapidly.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10
Brownsville Department,

THURSDAY MORNING, AUGUST 10, 1876.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

The ice men did "big thing" this sea-
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10
THURSDAY MORNING. AUG Usr 10. 1876.

The dog.lays are now upon US. Look
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1876-08-10

Even a hg-lesf would be too much this
weather.
Fair play., 1876-06-08
MIR. BlOSs'S Handwriting.

Speaking of some of the peculiariiies
of the late &. VI. d. Bloss, Of the Gin
cinnati Enquirer, the State journal
says: He was perhaps as widely known
for the peculiari,ies Of his penmanship
rs he was for his undoubted ability as q
political writer. His handwriting was
frightful scrawl, absolutely illegible
except to \ few compositors, who, by
patient and continuous practice, learned
to put it in type, subjee. to extended
corrections in the margin of the proof.
Specimens of his ''copy" have found
their way to nearly all the printing Of
fees in the United States, through the
medium of travelling printers who had
worked in the Enquirer Office, and who
carried small pieces away as curio>iiies.
Fair play., 1876-06-08
California Land lsarOns.

The possessions of those immense
iand-prOprie;ors, MeSsr>. Miller 4 Lux,
extend i distance uf rs miles, and this
body is from ) To- 10 miles wide. TN
the east side they have other smaller
tracts. Henry Miller, vino takes per-
snnal charge IF the real estate Of the
firm, here and in other parts of the
State, displays :. wonderful executive
; ability, and furnishes employment, Ia
hundreds Of men. He has what is known
is the " Home Ranch - and the '.Canal
Hanch," "besides several dairy ranches
on this body OF land. He keeps an army
of carpenters, wagon-makers, fence
builders, ieamsters, farm hands, etc,
not omitting detectives, and it is said lie
knows what all of them are about. This
year the average Of grain is not SD large
rs in some former years, bein, only
about 5000 acres. There are on the
premises 1850 acres Of alfalfa, from
which last season three crops Were taken
and the fields twice pastured; there are
also l,iG0 acres just sown the present
season. Wcare informed by one of Mil
ler's men that .here were two strings
of fence on the land, each Is miles long,
besides the various cross fences. To
give some idea of the cattle belonging
to this young Kingdom, We were inform
cd that this year they branded 5000
calves. Aside from owning large in
terest in the San Joaquin and Kings
River Canal, which runs from the mouth
of the Fresno Slough 10 Los Banos
Greek, i distance Of forty miles, Miller
e. Lux are also constructing Il canal ON
the eas; side of the San joaquin, which
is intended to take water from some of
the numerous sloughs in that region
and overflow their pasture-land in the
dry season. The mouth Of Salt, or st.
Louis Camp Slough, is Is miles above
Hills Ferry, and ) miles up this slough
stands one Of Miller's warehouses, which
has = storage capacity of 200 tons of
wheat, and which is some 20 miles from
his principal warehouses. Stockton Pa-
Fair play., 1876-06-08

she hadn', rolled on the grass and turn
ed Srmmersaults in the mud the cOlOre,l
people of Detroit w"ul.! to-day be ask
Ing when th;;; funeral was to take place.
Jonas reached home on the run, and
through his own heroic exer;ion> saved
i large horse-radish crater and Il wash.
dish with three rags run through three
holes in the bottom. The neighbors
threw in enough water to iloa. canal
boat, tore bis bed down, upset his stove
and walked on his dishes. Jonas had
>evera, theories regarding the fire:
1T may be dat it was friction,'' ne
explained 10 the crowd, land i; may be
dat sun,hin' blOde up and bust its biler,
bu; de sensible opinion is dat de kero-
sene can billed over and raised all dis
yearthiy rev. .''--D.frcR Free Press.