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Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
PROCEEDINGS OF THE coXMcI COUNCIL.
Mineral Point, Februery 9Th, 1877.

Mineral Point, tebrueEy 9th, 1877.
n special meeting of shc Common
Council was this day neld N the
Council Room, pursuant to the call
Of the Mayor.
Present. His HcDor II. VanDa
sen, Mayor, presiding; Aldermen
ADsley, Curry, Jeuck, Lanyon, May
hew and Prater.
His Honor, the Mayor, stated the
object Of the neating to be, com
paint made to him by VIM. Pridcaul
against Christopher Day, for viola
ting an ordinance entitled, "Ar
Ordinance Establishing and Reeu
lating the Fire Limits" by erecting
wooden building thereon, and ask
ing the Council to instruct him a,
to the best course for him to pursue
to prevent the same.
On motion Of Alderman Ansley
seconded by Alderman Cugcy, the
Mayor was instructed TO use all the
means in his power TO haze the pro
visions Of the ordinance entitled.
AN Ordinance Establishing and
Regulating Fire Limits" strictly en-
forccd, and particularly Section No.
6 Of said Ordinances all the Alder
men voting therefor
Attest: II. NASDrsRS, Mayor.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

NONE will fail to read Carter's ad ..
vertisement of blood purifying spice
for horses, cattle, sheep, hogs, and
poultry. Those who have used this
medicine are unanimous in pronounc-
ing it the best condition powder in
the market. We have had occasion
to try it, and can recommend it to
our readers. No farmer or other
party having the care of stock should
be without it.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

Our worthy State Senator. D. L.
Downs, has supplied us with a Leg
issative Manual for 1877, for which
our thanks are due.
WHO wants to be IN agent, and
with the agents stand, to sell Car
ter's Cattle Blood Purifying Spice all
o'ss this happy land
AT the charter election in Dar-
lington ou Monday last, the entire
No License ticket was elected by a
majority of %.
J. B. BARRINGER, grocery and pro-
vision dealer of Sioux City, Iowa,
formerly of Mineral Point, has failed.
Principal sufferers are Chicago mer-
chonts. Liabilities not reported.
Assets less than 81 900.
REVIVAL meetings are still held in
the p. M. Church of this city with
good effect. Last Sunday evening
seven penitents expressed deter
mination to forsal1e their evil ways
10y rising and asking the prayers of
the church.
Fox the information of those who
might think we have "a d-l of q
proof reader" on the TRIBUNE and
believe in giving even the ID his
due, we wish to remark that that
imp is not responsible for the many
errors in our columns of last week,
A COMPANY Of men put pump
into the old Mineral Point Mining
Company's diggings, with a view to
draining the entire range. lnde-
pendent miners at work on different
parts of the range contribute toward
the expense OF pumping, and 1T Is
thought good mineral will surely be
struck by some Of the prospectors.
FROM the Chyoaicle we learn OF
two mining accidents at Dodgeville
last week. Frank Taylor had his
left leg below the knee badly crushed
by falling rock, and Owen Owens
was severely injured by falling twen-
ty feet down a shaft, occasiened by a
round of ladder giving way. Both
men are expected to recover.
RICHARD CARTER, ESQ, of Dodge
vile, is mentioned as favorite
for County Judge. Should the Re-
publican Convention honor Mr.. c..
with a nomination, we shall earnest
~ say amen, and believe he will be
elected. His qualifications and fit
ness for The position are admitted by
all.
AS usual, the Legislature has APP
propriated out of the public treas
ary of the State $500 each to several
private religious institutions in Mil
waukee, which are no more entitled
to such fayors than Ross & Henry
mine, or any other enterprise which
indirectly benefits a number of
people besides the proprietors,
OUR entcrprising cotemporary at
Dodgeviile has discovered that for
the years 1874 - and IS the
Mineral Poiut Railroad rcposts it.
expenditures to exceed the receipts
by sl39,2i9, yet its debt s520,01L
has not been increased, ana want,
70 know how the thiHg Is accom-.
piished. Suppose interest paid or
debt was part Of the expenditure:
neighbor. how would that make the
case appear
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
POINT WISCONSIN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH r. 1877

ANTON How8IL, we wish to re-
mark, ca passdnt, has just fitted up,
q grn.ds fuis, a tonsorial retreat in
the rooms lately vacated by Harry
Webb, and is .tooJourS pre-, to do shaw
ing, shampooing, etc, al la Eraneuise,
({e tonne QrUce.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

CHANGED HANDS AGAIS.-The
latest issue Of the Prairie du Chen
Union informs us that Jno. K. Ber-
ryman, lately connected with the
Darlington Republican, and at pres
ent State Librarian, has become pro-
prietor Of the Union, Bryan j. Cas-
tie retiring. Mr.. Castle as editor of
the Union has shown ability above
the average Of local editors. We
regret his loss to tho fraternity Of
the Third District, and hope renu-
nera+ive employment fo. his editori-
al pen viii soon bring it into use
again. 3lr. Berrrman will doubtless
make the Union good local paper,
and hold it steadily Oh the course as
an organ of the machine politicians
.os the Republican partS
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

DISEASES heretofore iEourable,
such as Bright's disease, Diabetes,
Dropsy, Paralysis, Catarrb, Calculus,
Gravel, Cont, Rheumatism, Dyspep-
sia, Piles, and those IF the Heart,
Blood. Liver, Skin, kidneys. Blad-
der, PROSTATE Gland, Premature De-
biIity, Nervous Exhaustion, Lost
Vitality, in Manhood, are all cured
by the use Of iron two TO six bottles
Of DR.. Hawe's arabian Tonic Blood
Purifier. Sold by John II, Vivian,
81 D., Druggist, Sole Agent for
Mineral Point.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

FINE Work OF ART.-It has been
our privilege to examine an India
ink portrait of Miss Clara Cothren,
executed by Mr.. James Dabh, of this
city. The portrait was copied from
a srrall photograph, and the likeness
preserved in every detail is perfect,
Mr.. Dabb being but youth yet, and
never having enjoyed the advan-
tases of q preceptor in the art Of
painting, his slzill and taste with.the
brush and pencil are remarkable
With time and opportunity he prom
ises to develop into an artist of a high
order.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
Republican City cav:us.

The Republicans OF Mineral Point city are
rqucstedto meet in caucus at the COUNCIL
ROOM, City Hall, on Wednesday eveaing.
March l4'h, to elect ladclcgatcs To the County
judicial Convention, to be held ii Dodgeviile,
March 10th.
BY order of CITY CoMNIrTEE.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
Local Intelligence.

ssy Business Notices IN local columns,
leaded, and in same type rs local news, viii
be charged for al the rate of lacents per line
each Insertion No business noiice published
in this department, frst issue, for less shan
80 cents.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

"Ah TAM ah Tam, thou]t get thy fairfn;
l.. hell they'll roast thee like heIEin."
An ye dinna gang to hear Prof.
McGregor's lecture on "Burns" in
the High School building tonight.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
Zeal Estate for s;.sc

Tbeopilus George offers for sale
his Brick Fhrniture Store and the
let on which it is situated. Cheap
for cash. Enquire at the City Bank.
February "A, 1877. au,
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
NUMBER 10.
PROCEEDINGS OF The COMMON covNcl..
Mineral Faiut, Wis, March 5,h, 1877.


"A. regular meeting Of the Com
mon Council was this day held in
the Council Room.
Present: His Honor II, Van Dus.
Ell, Mayor, presiding; Aldermen
Ansley, Curry, Jcuck, Lanyon, May
hew and Prater.
The proceedings Of the last regu-
lar and special meetings were rad
and approved.
On motion Of Alderman Curry,
seconded by Alderman Mayhem,
tne Clerk was directed 10 draw an
order on the Treasurer in favor of
Mrs. Landrigan, for the sum of
-Four Dollars, as temporary aid.
The following accounts were then
presented and allowed. and she
Clerk directed to draw orders on tho
Treasurer for the several amounts;
all the Aldermen voting therefor,
except Alderman Mayhem, who
voted against allowing John Coad's
account
John Coad, for attending rhos Strong,
pauper. ...................$6 90
Samuel Francis for coffin for same. ~ 30 CO
Nicholas Temby, for digging grave for
same. ............. 500
7. q G. Day, for blacksmith work. ..... q 80
Thomas Brown, for surveying public
square ..,...............,,.., 20 W
Edw.' Pri6eaux, for assisting In survey
ing Public Square. re......... 52l
James Prideaux, for same. .......... 80
Vincent Martin, for same. 80
NJ. JmEses, for removing seats from city
Hnll -. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 10
Sampel Harris Jr, for assisting iv survey
ing Public Squsrs s......... 1J2
John 7 Prisk, for months salary US
Chief of Police. e................. A 90
| Philip Allen Jr for stationery .....,... 10,
Clowncy II Co., for plans and spccihca.
tions Tor city Hall. Observation-Disclosures. 10 C3
Richard Gundry for watching crazy man , 90
On motion Of Alderman Curry.
seconded by Alderman Ansley, the
Clerk was directed to draw an order
in favor OF John Mayten for Seven
Dollars, it being tor an error made
by the Assessor in his assessment,
all the aldermen voting therefor.
/ Philip Weidsnfeiler presented his
report as Street Commissioners for
the year 1875, which, on motion,
was referred to = committee consis :
ing of Aldermen Curry, Jeuuk and
Ansley.
John NJ. Dale, City Treasurer !,
made report of the state of the
! City finances up to the lst Of March,
which said report was received and
placed on file.
On mDsion. Nh order was drawn
in favor Of John p. Tramel, Cor the
sum of $3.50, for one qEarter's
salary as City Clerk; all the Alley,
men voting therefor
The following accounts were pre-
scnted and disposed OF as follows {:
John Clowney, for services OF,
Board of Health, amounting to 81 SO,
was laid on the table,
Mrs. McIlhon, for repairs on cul-
vert, amounting to So, was referred
to the Street Commissioner.
! Charles Mcllhon. as scribe for the
Municipal Judge, amounting to Sc
was referred to Iowa County.
James Dunn, for constable fees
amounting to S4.O7, in the case ot
the city Of Mineral Point against
lODowd d Flanagan, was referred
to Iowa County.
On motion of Alderman Jeuck
the Council adjourned.
Attest: II. VANDpsRS, Mayor.
JoHS p. THAMEL, Clerk.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

KID GLOVES Mrs Scott
Davey has acquired the art of clean
ing soiled kid gloves, and making
them appear as nice as new. Orders
solicited aud satisfaction guaranteed
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
A HIGHLAND correspondent of
the Galena Gazette writes to that
paper as follows:

HIGHLAND, Feb. -. 1877.
We fes happy to be abis To contradict the
report o; the spreading Of small pox in our
midst, - reported by tire newspapers. We
have had in all seventy eight eases, nine having
died: b. Lynch, John Lynch and Lizzie
Lynch James Krnnedy's child two months
old Thomas Manning twelve years old Geo
Fry and lis child and Hhil Whalen's child.
There have been only two new cases for the
last ten days. II is confined TO four families,
and in two weeks we think it will he entirely
gone from, our midst Gar physicians have
done all inAheir power to stop its spreading.
We owe TO Rev. Father Trant more than VIC
can ever repay. He helped TO put IN collins
every one that died, and always visiled them
and got them anything they needed. We
have never been in want of anything, MS has
been reported. Have had communication with
all places but Mineral Point. The people Of
Mineral Point DID try to show their generos-
ity by sending us one load Of ilour, with in
,structions TO the party delivering it to get pay
from those tlsst could pay them, and those
that could not pay, the county was expected
to reimburse them, We sent back word that
we could get plsn,y of tlour anywhere by
paying 70, II, and the town was able, as IL al.
ways had been, TO take care Of its own poor.
few days.
The i'll feeling herein manifested
toward Mineral Point seems to Ire
prevalent at Highland, to the great
regret of our people. The manner
in which reference is made to the
protfered donation of -four, indicates
that one cause OF the animosity to
our city is that the aour was not
rendered gratuitously to those able
to pay for it, as we'll as to those who
were too poor to buy.
NARROW GAUGE Engineer Bald
win writes TO Joseph Bennett, OF
Dodgeville, concerning the proposed
narrow guage railroad from Freeport
as follows
DEAR SIR:-1he town OF Cadlz, Green county
carried the vote for $4,000 by big majority
292 votes cast and IS majority for the tax, ! nov
go into Adams and Jordan, and have no doub
! but will carry them, only for not so large III
, amount.
reynolds, salisbury 4 Co., Of Rock Island, vii
take hold Of this road contractors with'me. Mr.
Reynolds will be up in short time, and 20, owe
the line and see you at Dodgeyille. Yours trply,
L. BALDhlA
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

PERsoNAL.-Ex-mayorC Cooper was
with US a few days the past week,
having come to take his estimable
wife to inspect tn il new home at
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to which the
family will move soon.
Tyler Prentice, a former resident
of our city and army comrade of ye
editor, paid US a flying visit last
week. Mr.. p. has been for seven
years, and still is, an engineer on
the G.. & n. w. r. Il. in Iowa.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

SoMn enthusiastic Republican lads
celebrated the inauguration of Hayes
and Wheeler on Monday evening by
a militant bonfire on the public
square, notwiths tanding the mercu.
ry stood below zero
Last night a much bigger fire on
Mineral Point Hill illuminated the
entire city, and was enjoyed by the
people generally. Democrats, though
uot appreciating the celebration, so
fully as the Republicans, were not
wholly indifferent spectators. A
prominent feature Of the celebration
was the transportation of James Rab-
lin, seated on q wheslbarrow atop Of
keg Of "lager,' byJohn ODowd, In
fultilment Of a wager on the Presi-
dental election. The wheeling was
from the Presbyterian church to
O'Dowd q FlannYan's saloon, on
High street. FloyWesley (coloredl,
decorated in fantastic costume, bear
ing a flag, headed the procession.
The whole was eDlivened with mnsic
by the band. All together, the cele
bration was a grand success.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

FOR SALE, OH most reasonable
terms, two very desirable city resi-
dences. GEo. ID. WILDER.
March, isi lS11. 10
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

THR city papers ought to be
spanked for failing to get and pub
lish the facts set forth in the follow
ing, which some one sent from Min
eral Point to the Galena Gazette:
Saturday evening Feb. 2ith, two of the most
notorious roughs OF our city INDUCED in little
bit Of II fight. Chas Chesterfield stabbed one Win
field Davis in two places. Dr. Eastman was sum-
moned to the place where the trouble took place,
and putniue stitches in the cuts.
If the cuts proved fatal, and the
cutter got into the penitentiary, the
intelligence would be received with
greater satisfaction.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07
40 wad some pow'r the gif,ie gle us,
To sec oursel's us .ithers see us
Ii Wad frae mony blundcr free us.
And foolish MOTTO

Thus wrote Bobby Burns, about
whom his countryman, Prof. Nc.
Gregor,will talk tonight at the High
School building.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07


| For the Tribune
Mr.. EDITOR Il understand that
the town of Highland has bsen di-
vided, or in other words, reduced.
What were the intentions of the
people in taking this steps VAST to
promote the interest and Welfare OF
that enterprising little village, Cross
Plains Well, say it was DO they
intend to promote the interest and
welfare of the three saloons that
are kept there! Those evil places,
deserve no better name than iii Im
allowed the wordD "devils dens" 1t
is well, perhaps, TO have the town
, divided, it being o large town, for
| convenience OF the people at large.
But the people onght to have taken
| into consideration that dividing the
township and intending to build
up their little village yet to greater
extent, and not reducing the number
of their saloons, that they are also
| building up with their once spotless
little village. the most dangerous
vice and corruption-those DANCE :
Gus haunts of dissipation; those
houses Of blasphemy and disgrace
to all human civilization those dens
which have caused so much poverty,
misery and want; those degraded
snares which have been the instiga-
ton of so much suffering, degrada-
ton and crime; those degraded
dens that have deprived the hun
dreds, yes, thousands of families OF
the necessaries of life! the wife and
mother anything but q happy living.
Some Of the keepers Of these de-
graded places seem to appreciate
Sunday as day for selling liquor,
more so than any other. They don't
regard it as Sunday, or a day OF
worship and reverence, but as day
designated for selling moro liquor
and doing more gambling than any
other day in the week. 1t seems
that from Saturday night until Sun
day night there is continual din
and uproar. This practice seems to
be carried on to u grea5 extent at
! Cross Plains. The residents of that
! village would do well to see that the
laws Of the country are somewhat
complied with. BY so doing they
will save their reputation as people;
slso as a people who viii not see the
laws of the country and the laws OF
/ God ridiculed and UNDECIDED to such
an extent. II is bad enough to sell
/ the ''evil destroyer" on the DAYS al.
lowed by law, much less to sell il on
the Sabbath. EDESITE.
BOUND TO GET or or THts.-A
4 ] am determined 70 close cut busi-
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

FIRE PROOF Safe for sale at bar
gain. Apply to Birely & Son, jew
elers.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

For SALE. n good secondhand
buggy. Inquire at this office. If
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1877-03-07

GOOD Clean Flax. Seed to lean.
90 d M. pLATr.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-03-29

On Friday evening last, A. Morse,
of this paper, while returning from
Prescott, and when near the residence
of Russell Kline, some two-and-a-
half miles south of this village, sus-
tanned a paralytic stroke of the right
side, from the effects of which he is still
suffering. He was seen passing theresa
dence of 5. Dudley. of Clifton, at nine
O'Clock, driving leisurely along, from
which it is supposed that he received
the shock at about quarter past ten.
lie was first discovered by yelling
ton Vannatta, lying upon the ground,
where he had fallen from his buggy,
at about eleven O'clock, and by the
aid Oft. j. elias and Mr.. Kline, was
conveyed to the residence of the lat
ter, where he remained till Saturday
morning, DR.. Davis in the meantime
having been summoned. Saturday
morning he was removed to his home,
and in the evening Doctors Andrews
and Ballard were called as counsel.
His horse. though a spirited animal,
had backed a little and was standing
quietly by his side. As Dir. Morse
fell from his buggy he received a
bruise upon the right temple, though
not of serious nature. While the
shock received was a severe one, he
seems to be slowly recovering. The
power of speech is affected, but he re-
mains entirely conscious and evident
ly realizes all that is going Gil about
him. The cause of the shock is at
tributed TO excessive mental and phys
ical effort, as it is well known that
the patient has been an mtiring
worker. Mr.. Morse is member of
River Falls Lodge. /. o. o. F., and all
that the Lodge and devoted friends
can do in ministering unto him is be-
ing done. We hope soon to he able to
chronicle his complete recovery.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-03-29

The concert at the Academy of Mu-
sic last Saturday evening under the
leadership of Prof. Earthman, was one
of the best of its kind. Mrs. S. w.
Horner presided at the organ, except
when she took part in the singing !;
Miss Colver took her place at such
times. The first chorus, and in fact
the whole programme showed good
drill in regard to time. The solos by
Mrs. Horner were, as might be ex-
pected, rendered with rare skill. The
bass solo, 1.-The Old Grave Digger" by
Prof. Earthman, was well rendered.
The solos by Mrs. Rickett showed a
voice of rare power, hexibility and
cultivation. 1t was surprisingly clear
and smooth on the highest tones.
They received the applause which they
deserved. Miss Dodge, Messrs. Cur
tiss and Rhoads, did themselves cred
it. Mrs. Horner's instrumental pieces
showed dexterity of lingering rare
ly witnessed, and general mastery
OF the instrument. Mrs. f. j. Bur-
byte acquitted herself with credit in
her solo. Jolly Jonathan" by
Messrs. Childs, Rhoads, Curtiss and
Earthman. was encored with enthusi-
asm. The leader farm-yard uniform
in this and other pieces, was amusing.
Gross receipts, 65 dollars. -.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-03-29
CONTINUED
ANOTHER INVESTIGATION.

There is no doubt that deplorable
state of affairs actually exists, polite
ally, in Louisiana, land Commission is
to be sent there at the instance of
President Hayes for the purpose if pos
sible of ascertaining some way out of
existing difficulties with a view of
withdrawing the Federal troops from
that state, should the result of an in
ve5tigation warrant such proceeding.
The President, while he seems inclined
to do all in his power to harmoniZe as
much as possible the discordant ele.
ments there and thus restore law and
order, will proceed cautiously in his
undertaking and we trust will be sue
cessful in his efforts to restore quiet
to that disturbed political sea. Time.
patience, thol ough investigation and
firmness on the part of the Executive
will be required for the proper adjust
ment of southern complications and
President Hayes is doubtless as well
calculated to perform this arduous
task as any one who could have been
chosen to succeed General Grant.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-03-29

The donation for the benefit of Rev.
S. w. Horner. will take place on Satur-
day evening next at the Academy of
Music, instead of Friday evening, as
was advertised last week. There will
be music, charades and refreshments.
Prof. EarthMan will have charge of
the entertainment, and an enjoyable
time may be expected. Admission,
so cents with the privilege of paying
as much more as you desire.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-03-29
TEACHERS EXAMINATIONS.

Pierce County Spring Examinations, 1877,
will begin as follows. Clerks will see that
the school-houses are prepared. Bring legal
cap paper. Evening sessions if necessary:
Prescott, March 18th, 10 AN.
River Falls, March 10Th. "a. NJ.
Ellsworth, March 10Th, 9A.M.
Esdaile, March Goth, loan
Maiden Rock, March 81, 10 Al
Rock Elm Center, March %, 9A.M.
Ellsworth, April 2Sth, 9 A. NJ.
Particular attention will be given to the
following topics Geometry, Plane Geometry,
Philosophy, Pneumatics and Optics. Physiol-
ogy, Respiration and Digestion, and Hygiene
OF Nervous System. History, The Civil War.
Arithmetic, Fractions, Common and Deci-
NAL. Grammar, Syntax. Geography, Wis
consin and Z. 5. Orthoepy, Consonants
Reading, Emphasis and Rhetorical pauses.
HENRY 5. BAKER,
Co. Supt.