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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-04-29
pi,xyiuc Match.

An interesting blowing match Of gang and
snlky pows took place on last tuesday AFTER
noon, on the farm of Mr.. WIN. lockwood in the
town of Farm Ridge. A large number OF the far
mers of the neighhorhood were present, and the
test was quite Interesting, and i! is becoming ap-
parent to all that gang and sulky are to be the
leading blows. Some eight or ten OF these plo"s
entered into the contest. The following rs the
report of the committee appointed, with the
record Of the plows:
We. the undersigned, II committee appointed
by the farmers to decide on the workings OF the
yang and sulkv plows on WIN. Rockwoods farm
in Farm Ridge after fair and impartial trial,
award the first premium on Gang ROWS 10
Crosslev: the second, to O. lockwood; the third,
70 H,nyood & Co. On Sulky plows-the first
nrcIpium to MillbroOk pillow; the second, 10
Skinner Il Briggs; the third, to Crossley.
The committee wish to say that all the piows
did so GOOD work that it was difficult TO deter
mine their relative merits. The record:
Draft Depth. width
Crosslcy lbs. 10 H.
@ Rockwood .........3lO B a - 20
sULKY.
skinner Il Briggs. 10 - ''io
Milbrook .........'..''' iSL goo -, IN
Crosley ..............'..i " ~
Deere. .......... low ~
From the lack of time the draft test WAS not
satisfactory to the committee.
w. NJ. READ,
A. II. WHEELER,
WA. WIZ EArLASp,
- STEAvENs
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-04-29

IgPgoyED-Some slight improvements are
being made in the court room Of the County
Court House. A platform has been built on the
south end, enclosed by a neat black walnut rail
ing Inside Of this is a smaller circular railing
for the Judges stand. On the right Of theJudge
will se the reporters desk and on the left the
Clerks and still left Of him the Sheriii's desk.
This will improve the appearance Of the room
con siderably, and be decidedly more comfortable
for the Judge and other officers required in at
tendance in Court.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-04-29

suor-A painful accident occurred on Wed.
ncsday by which Emmett OConner received
bad wound He and his brother Franklin were
out shooting on their fathers place in the town
Of Wallace, ! miles northwest Of town. The
ducks were first seen in pond near the barn
but few 70 another pond across the road. The
two boys began crawling across to this pond
and while So crawling, the muskct Of Franklin
loaded with No. 6 shot, was accidentally dis
charged, shooting Emnet ia the shoulder Just
where the arm joins. A very nasty hurt is the
consequence, and at this writing, Thursday, the
ultimate result is hard TO predict.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1876-04-29
Billiard Tables and Bar Counter
FOR SALE.

Three Billiard Tables and one Solid BLACK Walnut Bar
Counter for sale vci, cheap. Address or apply 10
NHITSON & BEAL.
April c9-2v' La Sale, HIS
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
AnMOullCem eIlIs.

Rev. II. L. McGevney, S. j., lectures
for the benefit of the knights Of St. Pat
rick, at the Cathedral, on the evening of
the 10Th inst. The subject Is "Christian
Chivalry."
At St. Joseph's Cemetery, on the War
saw Pike, to-day, Mrs, Sarah Peters
new Monumental Chapel will be dedi-
Gated with Mass by His Grace the Most
Reverend Archbishop, and sermon by
Father McGevney, Of St. XaVier's
Church.
The ladies Of Trinity Methodist Epis
copal Church will give missionary tea
this evening in the lecture-room OF the
Church, from 7 to 8 o'clock. Rare Gu
riosities from India and China will be
on exhibition and for sale.
The adjourned meeting of the citizens
and joint committees on the subject oI
the location OF the Southern Railroad
Depot, will take place tnis evening at
O'Clock promptly, ut the Room Of the
Cincinnati Board Of Transportation, No
Buruet House Block, Third street.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
List of Patents

Issued from the United States Patent
Office to citizens of Cincinnati for the
week ending November l, 1876. Furnished
for the STAR from the office of j. McC.
Perkins & Co., counselors-at-law in
patent cases and solicitors for patents.
Attend to all business before the Patent
Office and other Departments of the Gov
ernment. 513 Seventh street, Washing
ton, d. O. Drawings and specifications
of patents. 25 cents. Copies of patents
to show the general state OF the art In
any one class. S5:
49,, 200.-Water-gauges. T. j. Noting
ham. Filed January 10, 1875. The com.
bination Of the threaded valve-stem A,
operating an automatic valve, b, from
its end, the valve b, the shaped
valve-seat d, the chamber Ii, and the
pin e, all substantially as shown and de-
scribed.
1888 193.-Revolvlng doors for burglar
proof safes. Filed December 49, 1875.
7,343.-Vises. Charles Barnes, assign
or to Charles Parker, Meriden, Connect
cut. Patent No. 1854, dated April IA,
1858. Filed September %, 1876.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
SEWING MACHINES.
Wheeler ( Wilson S
ROTARY-HOOK, LOCK-STITCH
SEWING MACHINES
MORE THAN
OF THEIR
Family Machines
I'm USE.
A Quarter of Century's trial has Dem
onstrated their Superiority.
A Quarter of Century's trial has Dem
onstrated their Superiority.

wheeler &c Wilson'S New NO.
Machine must eventually suPeFt
sede all others now known VIII
which it comes in competition. wy
recommend for il the hi hesl
award which 1T Is i'm the power q
the Institute to bestOW.''-From tn
unanimous report Of the five Judges OF I'm
American Institute, New York, 1874.
The Board Of Managers unanimously an
proved the report, and recommended for tht
machine the Gold Medal of the InstN
tute.
The Board Of Direction unanimously aP
proved this recommendation, and awarded tn
Gold Medal to Wheeler & Wilson, the onll
Gold Medal awarded for Sewing Machine hs
the American Institute for many years.
The Austrian Official Report of the Vienna
Exposition pronounced 1t the marvel OF tha
Exposition" and added, " this universal ms
chine sews the heaviest leather harness an'
the finest gauze with a truly pearl stitch"
The Grand Medal of Progress We
awarded for it.
What the Leading Manufacturers OF Boot
and Shoes say of
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
FIOater Found,

About o O'Clock this morning three
young men-Aleck Regan, George Sing
hose and John Moloney-were in skitf
at the foot OF Smith street, near Buchan-
ans coal-barges, when they discovered
the body of a drowned man in front Of a
coal-foat. He was towed to shore and
Coroner Maley notified. The description
of the body is as follows:
He is man about forty-6ve years old,
full round face, short mixed grey hairs,
sandy mustaohe and beard covering
the face. He had on white linen shirt,
black doeskin vest, light grey sack coat,
a heavy dark workingman's pants tied
with a string, and a pair Of heavy shoes.
Nothing was found in his pockets which
might lead to clue as to who he was.
The body was taken TO Habig's on
Sixth street.
An inquest was held and a verdict
rendered as follows: death from
drowning, by causes unknown"
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

In the case of william sandmeier
against the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad,
the jury yesterday evening returned
verdict for the defendant. The plaintiff
then filed motion for new trial.
John Reeves, indicted for rohbing the
mails at the Columbus Post-ofice, was
arraigned before Judge Swing, entered
plea OF guilty, and was sentenced TO
one years IMPRISONMENT.
Henry Tauszky against Mary Blatch-
ford This was petition in error. The
action below was brought by Mary
Blatchford to recover rent due. Julg-
ment affirmed.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
AmmRemlentS.

At Woods Theater Mr.. and Mrs. W.
j. Florence, in "Mighty Dollar" are
playing to fine houses every night.
Only "Mighty Dollar" matinee Satur-
day.
Next week Furbish's Fifth Avenue
Company.
At the Grand Opera-house, "Around
the World in Eighty Days." was yester-
day presented 10 two fine audiences,
matinee and night. The piece does not
flag in the least. 1t is kept up to
the standard in all respects, and contin-
ues to excite great interest.
Last "Around the World' matinee
Saturday.
Next week "Uncle Toms Cabin" and
the New Orleans Jubilee Singers.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
WHEELER & WILSON'S
New No. 6 Sewing Machine.

We, manufacturers Of Boots and Shoes, A
using Wheeler & Wilson's New No. Sewinl
Machine in all kinds Of stitching on our worl;
and confidently believe that 1t will supersedf
all others in this branch OF manufactures, foa
the following reasons:
/. The work done by this machine is superid
to that OF any other in variety, amount, excel'
lence and beauty.
2. This machine is more durable than ans
other Of its class, requiring much less outlaa
for repairs and renewal Of parts.
8. 1t does the cording or staying Of buttoa
holes in most elegant and substantial manA
ner, without the expense Of royalty.
In short, because by the use Of this machine
we can turn out superior work at less cost thaa
with any other.
TSIdNRD By MANY.l
Bas- 1t is fast superseding all other mE
chimes for leather work.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
Court Cuttings.

BENJAMIN +. Stone against Euretta
Davenport and others. This case came
up by appeal. The controversy arises
In the foreclosure of mortgage exc
cuted by Mrs. Davenport to Gibson 4
Young, OF Philadelphia, the decree be
low being tor portion OF the amount
claimed by the mortg lgors and involves
q question as to who snail bear the lose
OF q defaulting agent. The court held
that nothing was to be paid to Mrs
Davenport until the mortgage was ex
tinguisned and the S;one mortgage paid
Dennis McCarty against John Sulli
van. A petition in error. The case was
brought for damages by reason of al
assault aud hattery. Judgment affirmed.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
The interview between Dom Pedro

The interview between Dom Pedro
and Abdul Hamid was OF the simplest
character imaginable. The Brazilian
Emperor paid visit to the Padishah in
the morning, and the latter returned it
in the afternoon by driving in plain
landau to the Hotel Royal, where he was
received by the Emperor and Empress.
The Sultan was in black plain clothes,
attended only by two Adjutants. The
interview only occupied ten minutes
conversation, after which the august
parties shook hands at the carriage-door
Of the Ottoman four-wheeler.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

While lady to whom Partisan men.
dicaut lately applied for aims was fumb-
ling for her money, the supplicant
whined the familiar story of destltution,
six children, and dead wife. But al
this point the child he led by the hand
gave a dreadful howl, and proceeded to
dsiyow all lrothers and sisters, to
deny the death of its mother, and to de-
mand being instantly taken back to that
parent. 1t may be feared that the un
!utored infant terrible hal very
bad quarter OF an hour" when they g.
home
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
A swlndler in Chicago, during the re

A swindler in Chicago, during the re-
cent great fair, dressed in homespun
clothe made the acquaintance OF farm
ers at hotels, and 70 Jled them in new
way. After inviting a victim to take a
walk, he remarked that sharpers were
pl nty, and they had better leave their
pocketDooks with the clerk. lie dis
played well-flled wallet, the victim
handed over his, and both were tied To-
gether and left with the clerk, the
Swindler taking a check, with which he
soon returned and got all the money.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

A lady in Nevada suggests that po-
licemen be armed with cords instead OF
clubs. Tnaps accOrdiw to taste. Some
yags prefer club lite to being roped in.
One advantage of the cord business
would certainly be that u homcidal
criminal might have some chance Of be-
Ing hanged In advance. Once inside OF
Jail his chances are gone,
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

One OF the 8 gns of approaching wir-
ter in Paris is the appearance in the
markets of oranges. They are supplied
from Portugal, and it is estimated that
ten millions of oranges are eaten in
Paris every winter. Their present price
is 10 cents each. and this seasons crop
is said to be OF Yerv inferior quality.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

~ In order to accommodate Eastern Adyertls- s;
Grain the STAR, Mr.. E. duncan Sntnen, NO.
Astor House, New York City, has been appointed
our general aud special Agent Tor the eastern
Mr.. Snitfen being authorized to make advertising
contracts on our behalf and receipt all collechohs
therefor in our name
c.. L. YEARGIN & Co., Oakland, ILL.,, are Ihe
regularly authorized agents of the STAH at that
place. All subscriptions should be made
through them, and they will see that the pa
Dor IS delivered promptly.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
WHEELER & WILSON'S
New No. z Machine,

Now for the first time introduced to the pub
lie. ranks in excellence with their famoui
No. 8 Machine, but has some notifications
adapting it to special classes OF work. Th
Tailor will find it as we'll suited to his wors
as is No. to leather work. 1t might properly
be termed the Tailor's Machine.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

PHOsPHORENE.- - Don't place this
article in your rat-holes-or place they
frequent. If you do you will lose your
pets; there will be numerous raE fu-
neraIG.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

A word to tle wise. Ifyou are troubled
With cough or cold, procure a oltle of
D.. Bulrs Cough Syrup at once. Its use
may save you from severe sickness.
Your druggist keeps it. Price 25c.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

ROBACK'S PILLS. Why are they
the ,st Pills in The market? Because
thew are reliable, safe and efficient. Pu-
riiy the blood, regulate the liver and d.
gestive organs, relieve the painful
headaches caused by Indigestion. For
sale by Druggists everywhere.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

The water around Orleans, Ind, was
reported receding yesterday. The dam
age is now estimated at $4,000.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
From JOHN sH1LL1To & CO.. leading Dr

From JOHN sHILLITO & CO.. leading Dq
Goods Merchants Of Cincinnati
During the past ten years we have used oVa
One Hundred Wheeler & Wilson Sewing Ma!
chimes In the manufacture of Ladies' GarmenH
Of every kind, including Heavy Cloaks and
Fine Underwear, and they have given sntiEl
satisfaction. For our work the Wheeler Z
Wilson Sewing Machine is unequaled.
JOHN SHILLITO u co.
APRIL l1th, 1874
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
UNDERTAKEN.
EDUCATIONAL.
OBERLIN COLLEGE.

Collegiate and Prepare
tory Depa 'tments Elective studies. Ad-
nits both sexes. No saloon temptations. Bos.
Of religious nilucnces. Thorough ami CHEAP @
ruition, incidentals and library fees only $2l
vear. over ,2t1 students annually. For fuller
inform alton a. iress J. II. FAIRCHILD, Presi-
lent or j Il. 4. MARSH, Secretary, Obcrlin,
Ohio. e@~$
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

Physicians at Home and Abroad
are giving RIDGES FOOD their special ap"
Droval and recommendation.
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
Annual Report of Rev. Jos. Emery.

The twenty-ffth annual report of the
abors Of Rev. j. Emery is now pub.
ished. The following extracts will give
an idea or his benevolent work:
The following table gives the summary
OF labor performed from November /
1875, to November l, 1876:
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02
TESTIMONIALS.

The substantial excellence Of the Wheelor4
Wilson Sewing Machine, and its high apprst
citation by those who are familiar with II
practical working, are shown in the following
testimonials from well known firms;
From A. J. CLARK, prominent Shirt Manu'
facturer.
We use the Wheeler & Wilson Sewing MRt
chine In the manufacture Of Shirts, Collars an4
Cuffs, as no other machine will do our work u
well. A. D. CLAIM. |
The Cincinnati daily star. [volume] ([Cincinnati, Ohio]) 1875-1880, 1876-11-02

The accOunt-b0Oks are examined and
audited by two well known business
men.
, 1876-09-16

list of the Society, as authorized by the
Trustees, and submitted herewith, is
classified and arranged in accordance
with the general provisions OF the pre-
mium list OF the Washington Industrial
Association. and of this So 'iery tor the
wear 1875. 1t being understood That all
first premiums are cash premiums, nnd
that diplomas are awarded for srcond
premiums. Also that upon special re
port of judges special premiums may he
awarded and honorable mention made
by the Trustees of articles Oi merit, not
specially provided Tor IN the regular
premium lists.
DR.. A. c. Folsom is hereby appointed
marshall, with tull care Of the grounds,
and authority to appoint all necessary
aids and assistants.
Committee on correspondence ana
solicitation of articles for exhibition Was
then appointed. consisting Of Eidrdge
Morse, John Davis. Il. ID. Smith, VI. H.
Frost and O. B. lver.on.
Committee on storage, +. c. Ferguson
and NJ. W. Packard.
Committee on transportation, Dr. fnI-
som, Roht. Hughes and Calvin Haskell.
Committee ON speaker, Edward Sbonr,
Isaac Cathcart and Royal Haskell.
Jas. Mustrrson, president ot h" Society
and one Of the trustees, having trndrred
his resignation, J. N. Low was appointed
president OF the Society upon the nc
ceptance of the same, and ii, a. Gregory
was appointed to fill the vacancy there
BY made in the Trustees.
There being no iurthcrbusinrss before
the Trustees, on motion they adjourned
to meet at p, NJ, Saturday Sept, l6
1876, to make such further provisions us
ma, be found necessary Tor the success
Of the fair
ELDRIDGE Morse SrrrctarB.
, 1876-09-16

needs to I've done; that is the cttectinS
Of a systematic military organization OF
the militia Of Puget Sound, Besides the
danger of Indian hu,,Iilirs, in the event
ola foreign war, the SQUAD region is the
most exposed of any portion OF the
whole American frontier for the attack
of either naval or land forces. There is
nothing like a regular military organiza'
ton for any purpose in the whole region,
while there should lie at least a regiment
Of militia, with nm efficient organization,
and equipped and drilled so they could
be assembled and used when ever ncccs
sary for home police, protection against
Indians or otherwise. 1t might be dit
fcult to perfect such an organization all at
once, vet we believe it could he effected
in a year or so, by a few in each county
looking after the matter carefully and
working it up. We know of competent
men who will take the matter in hand
in some of the adjoining counties.
Arms can be at any time procured when
ever regular organization is effected,
under such regulations, that the gov
ernor can be assured that the arms
furnished will be taken care of and used
solely for purposes for which they are
issued.
As we first suggested the matter we
are willing to take an active part in the
organization Of a Company of Militia Mt
this place, and for this purpose request
all persons residents Of this community,
ready to take part in such an organiza-
tion to hand in their names during this
month to us, so that by the first Of Octo
Der meeting can be called, and organi'
2 ,tion can be effected, and arms procure"
before winter Then by cooperation
with those at work in the matter enough
other companies could be organized and
drilled during the winter SO that
we could have regular battalion
encampment and battalion drill at
some suitable point next summer
We hope soon to hear from all interested
in the matter, who arc willing to 20
ahead with it,
, 1876-09-16
Fair Of sinOlaOpnish County AG.
riculturaL society.

Meeting of Trustees Agricultural So
ciety, called TO meet Saturday, Sept. o,
1876. Present Messrs. Mastrrson, Davis,
Low and Morse,
The Society not having made arrange
ments for annual fair, and the annual
tair of the Washington Industrial Asso-
citation being set for the first week in
October next. Therefore it is ordered
by the Trustees that the Society hold its
annual fair for the year 1876, at the So
ciety Fair Grounds near SnOhomisl
City, W. T., on Tuesday, Wednesday
and Thursday, Sept. 26, n and %, so
that selections can be made from articles
there exhibited to be forwarded to the
tair of the Washington Industrial Asso'
citation Mt Olympia, as heretofore done
by this Society. Also ordered, that all
exhibitors are required to have articles
tor exhibition duly entered on the
books Of the Society, and on the fair
grounds, during the first day Of the
fair.
Judges for the fair are to be selected
by the Trustees the first day OF the fair.
The names Of the judges to he announced
the morning OF the second day. The
Judges to make their awards and return
them to the Secretary during the second
dny of the fair. These awards to be
made public the third day Of the fair.
No new entries will be received, nor
change ot eutries made after noon OF the
second day, except by special permission
OF tAo Trustees. No articles once entered
at the lair, shall be removed prior to the
afternoon OF the third day, except by
special permission of the Trustees
Suitable arrangements will be made by
the Trustees tOr care and shelter Of stock,
while at the grounds. Tho premium
, 1876-09-16
TO Port EOwm-end via. Whidl'
hey Asland.

Towns like Seattle and Olympia hav-
ing several able journals to represent
their local interests, and well established
steamboat routes, like the one from
Olympia to Victoria, stopping at the
principal Sound portI, are so well known,
and have been written up so many times,
that we generally say but little about
them of a descriptive nature; reserving
our space for matters relating to routes
of travel, and communities not previ-
ously written up in other journals.
Therefore we submit this account
of our trip to Port Townsend across tile
islands from the Stillaguamish.
Business required US to be at that
place the latter part Of last week, to get
there by steamer, we should have been
compelled to leave here on Wednesday
morning on steamer Fanny Lake, to
Seattle, thence by steamer to Townsend.
We could not leave before Thursday,
gentleman was returning to his home at
Centreville from this place, and invited
us to accompany him. distanc' about
30 miles. Starting eaIly in the morn
ing, tide favored US all the way; reach.
ing there by two in the afternoon. The
distance from Uentreville to Utsalady is
about eight miles, not having boat
along, in place of rowing that distance,
we were set across the slough, on Cam,
ano Island, at point between one and
two miles from Ccntreville from here
we walked across the Island on good
trail, wagon road most OF the way, to
Utsalady, where we found the ferryman,
who, while the mill runs goes with II
Whitehall boat every day to CoupeviIlc,
Whidbey Island, distance ten miles;
now he only goes when specially en-
ployed. He Immediately got ready and
started with US, reaching Coupeyillc just
before noon. After lunch, we in com
pany with other passengers mounted
Campbeil's stage TO drive some two and
halt or three miles across the island 10
Ebey's landing where Capt. JohnsOns
ferry would take Us 9to Townsend.
\ short distance trom Coupcylle one
tire ran of, wheel broke down, Camp
bell rs full OF jokes rs ever started back,
procured Maj. HalIcr's wager. Soon we
were on our way again.