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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
legislative Train.

will run special train between Milwaukee
and Madison via Watertown during the
session of the legislature. 1t will be put on
Wednesday or Thursday of this week. The
train will leave Milwaukee at 10 o'clock
ID. reaching here probably at noon, and
returning, leave Madison at o'clock P. ii.
arriving here at P. H., and reaching Mill
waukee at O clock P. n. This train will
be found quite convenient for those in
tending to visit Madison during the session.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
The Wisconsin State Grange.

The grangers of Wisconsin closed their
session in Milwaukee, Friday. The follow
ing officers were elected
Mdster-H G Sberwin, Fond du Lac.
Trustees-Joh1 Cochrane, E. j. Williams
and II G. Sherwin.
Executive Committee John Whittier,
Jefferson W. H. Cook, Calumet; S. G. Carr,
Rock
Mr.. L. G. Knifieu, of Milwaukee, has
been reelected State Purchasing Agent,
and bis salary is fixed at 81 500 per annnm.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
2Gon,c 2Noffers.

The Insurance Company of North Am
erica settled last week. with 5. Cox IN
full OF all demands for his loss by fire De-
cember 27th, 1876.
A Young Folks Bal under the direc
ton of Mr.. A. J. Rutherford, takes place at
Music Hall, next Saturday evening, Jan.
18th. music by Miller's Quadrile Band.
The winter term of the Public Schools
commenced Monday, the 9Th inst.
Quite number of cases of diph;heria'
are reported and the disease seems to be
on the increase. Adults AS we'll as the
young are attacked with it.
Seventeen degrees below zero, was the
temperature Monday morning at o'clock,
as indicated by Salick's thermometer.
The Ladies Aid Society of st. Paul's
church will meet Thursday evening Of this
week, at the residence of Mrs. r. l. Potter.
: Dry cisterns are among the present dis
CO mtor,s of many householders in the city,
and replenishing of the soft water reser-
voirs is anxiously looked for. Meanwhile
the services of the ice man are in demand.
The Milwaukee papers speak of Mr.
George Baker having been in the city, maxi
ing arrangements to render the Court of
Babylon before long. We think Water
town could stand two evenngsszof the
sCourt" some time this winter.
The Wisconsin Legislature will con-
vene at noon to-day, Wednesday. Il seems
to be generally conceded that Mr. Cassoday,
of GAINESVILLE, will be elected Speaker of
the Assembly.
The furnace in the Methodist Episcopal
to it and it is now in good running order
so that no further Inconvenience either from
cold or smoke will be experienced by the
congregation.
The monthly cattle fair Tuesday of
this week was slimly attended, owing to
the stormy, cold weather deterring many
from coming to town with their stock. AS
a consequence sales were few and trade
light.
The Phoenix Fire Company have
changed their night Of meeting. Hereafter
the company will meet the third Wednesday
of every month, instead of the third Thurs
day, as heretofore Members will please
make note of this change.
The snow of Tuesday whisked around
too much to be of great deal of benefit to
the sleighing, and the choice is still about
an even thing as to whether sleighing or
wheeling is the best method of conveyance
at the pres ent time. But, notwiths landing
the draw backs to transportation, W ood-piles
are increasing around town and people find
no trouble IN getting their winters supply
offuel. The average price of good maple is
about $3.50 cord; other kinds of hard
wood, such as oak, sh and elm sells at 81.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
I. O. o. f.

At last the regular meeting of Watertow n
..odge No. 81 |. Q. .. f, the following OF.
tcers were duly installed b. the D. d. e
NJ, U. Habheggar:
N. G-Wm Humphrey.
Y. CIV. A. Beurhaus.
r. Sc NJ. Wood.
P. Sd. W. Canes
TN n. Barber.
K. s. N. c. John Davies.
L. S. N. CT Hamlin
VI E. Weissert.
ca. Soliday
R. S. S.-Wm. Glib.
l.. S. S.-Wm Ames
Q. &C. W Rundlett.
J.G w. B. Squres.
R S. V. G e. R. Baum.
l.. S. Y. CA Douglass.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
Fruit Trees.

HNBE Undersigned is acting a. agent for
i sale OF nursery stock for the Spring Of
1871 for Whitewater Nursery, Gresnman,
NcGraw h Day, proprietors. Prices lower
than ever be fore and stock warranted to be-
first class. Apple trees, iron lclad, to 7
feet, $500 per 100 Evesgreens, shade
trees, &C., in proportion.
G. A. HASCALL. Agent,
Washington Street,
Waterfowl, Wis.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10

Mr. A B. Hitchcock has retired from the
landlordship of the American House on the
west side. We learn that Mr.. John Bell,
formerly landlord of the Waterloo House,
has rented the American and will soon re-
open it to the public.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
FcrSO ON al.

Mr.. T. b kanouse, Grand Worthy Chief
Templar, has returned with h is family from
a visit to New Jersey, and Is now on Wis
ting tour smong the Good Templar lodges
of the state.
Mr. @. G. Wilson, of Dayton, Ohio, con-
nected with the Educational Publishing
House of J. II. Butler & Co., Philadelphia,
was in town Friday transacting business
and visiting friends.
The redoubtable Sat. Clark, of Horizon,
made his appearance in the city last Friday,
but whether on a peace mission or with
war-like intentions, in .vlew of the Presi-
Dental complications, it has not transpired.
John Dillon has changed the date of his
appear arce at Turner Hall with the WAL
lack Combination from the 18th inst, to
Thursday, Janury 25th.
Mr.. Robert Liudon, of Charles City.
Iowa, has been spending a few days in
town, visiting among his old friends He
reports a lively business for the past year,
which his acquaintance will be glad to
hear.
Mr. George Webb has got 'sit' from
the G. NJ. & st. P. R y as telegraph operator
at the La Crosse bridge. Success to George
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
WHAT PAYS 4?

TT PAYS every Manufacturer, Merchant,
Il Mechanic. Inventor, Farmer, or Profess
sional man, to keep informed on all the
improvements and discoveries of the age.
1T PAYS The head of every family to in-
trOduce into his household a newspeper
that is instructive, one thai fosters taste
for investigation, and promotes thought
and encourages discussion among its mem.
hor
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
A CARD.

To all who are suffering from the errors
and indiscretions of youth, nervous weak
ness, early decay, loss of manhood, &C.,
will send recipe that will cure you, FREE
OF CHARGE. This great remedy was dis
covered by missionary in South America
Send self addressed envelope to the Rev.
Joseph T. Inman, Station D, Bible House,
New York. Slime
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
Special Notices,

If you prescribe remedies for yourself, see
hat they are effective and will do no harm
Forest Tar" preparations are of this char
acter, for the throat and lungs.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
Building In the Street.

A suit somewhat novel in it's character
will come up before Justice Baird next Fri
day. One, Wettwer, proprietor of the
saloon on the corner of Main Street and
the street running south to the Northwest
ern University, in the lst ward, will be
asked why he built his saloon in the street
appropriating to the building ground that
properly belongs to the thoroughfare, thus
circumscribing the rights and privileges Of
pedestrians, besides spelling the appearance
of things by having jag in the street 1t
seems this is second like offence brought at
the doors of Wettwer. The building be first
erectedi was Gin the street and be was so
notified, but be paid so little attention to
the matter that he new puts up an addition
to the main building (which infringes still
more upon the street, and it is thought if
allowed TO 60 much further, the obstructor
would erect brick aud mortar barricade
clear across to the great inconvenience of
travel. A jury has been impanelled and
the issue before them next Friday will be
whether or not Wettwer's building is IN the
street. II the finding of the jury is that the
building Constructs .the thoroughfare then
the proper redress to the city will be in
order
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10

A. p. Burbank, agent OF the Chicago l.
N. W. Railway at Jefferson, died few
days since. His remains were taken to
Harvard, Ill, fo- burial.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10

"Forest Tar Salve" relieves the burn
ing pain, and promotes disposition to heal
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10

SI89, 49, 49
L. R. CADY, Vice President.
W. Il. CLARK, Cashier.
Subscribed and sworn to before mo this
4th day of January, 1877.
AMOS BAUM,
Notary Pnblic.
60 to Nixon b Keyes' for fresh oysters,
end also fer your choice Family Groceries.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
Bank of Watertown Report.

o0AA IA w aSCIIO"u NcPOTIs
Semi-Annual Report of the Bank of Wa
tertown, showing statement of the follow
ing items on the morning of the first Mon
day of January, 1877:
RESOURCES.
Loans and Discounts, except to
Directors and Brokers. Sl2O. 666 II
Due fl ON directors of this Bank l.495 90
Overdrafts .............. 1000 q
Specie. .-..................~ 2,437 81
Cash ltems-....... 2O6 OF
Real Estate, including Bank
Fixtures. ....::........... 1866 20
Bills of Solvent Banks includ-
ing o. S. Notes.. 3l,795 90
Due from Banks. ....... 2Ola8 81
$l89,465 40
LIABILITIES.
Capital..." ......-............ 5 10000 90
Due Depositors on demand.... lO4. 99l 27
Due to others including Snr-
plus. commemorative 34,474 %
Sl89,465 40
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10

Don't forget Rev. NJ. w. Reeds lecture at
the Congregational Church next Monday
event G. II will be worth listening to, for
every one is aware that Mr.. Reed does not
know how to deliver a stupid lecture.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1877-01-10
Board OF Education.

Regular meeting of the Board of Educa-
ton Jan. 3, 1877
Present CONS. Specht, McHugh, Herbst,
Volkman, Baum, Gaebler and Supt. Bieber.
President Specht in the chair.
The minutes OF last meeting were read
and approved.
TIE Sup't informed the Board that he
hao contracted with Mr. Winter for the de-
livery of Is cords Of green maple wood at
the price OF $500 per cord.
Tie Snp't read to the Board the following
report Of he condition of the Public Schools
during Fall Term:
Richland beacon., 1877-06-16
1.-THE AGE OF REASON.

The bow that went to the mill on horse.
back, carrying the grist in one end of the
bag and stone in the other, when reproved
by the miller, and told to divide the grist,
replied that his father and grandfather had
carried It that way, and he, being no better
than they, should continue to do as they did.
Similar, or equally as absurd, reasons are
accounted as sufficient by some to warrant
them in unfortunately condemning DR..
Pierce's Family Medicines, even though
there is overwhelming proof that they pos
sess the merit claimed for them. For many
years the Golden Medical Discovery has been
recognized as the leading liver and blood
medicine in the market Each year has
brought An increase in its sale, and it Is now
used throughout the civilized world. Thou.
sands of unsolicited testimonials are on file
in the Doctors office, attesting its efficacy in
overcoming aggravated coughs, colds, throat
AMI lung affections, also scrofula, tumors,
ulcers and skin diseases. Are you suffering
with some chronic malady? If 90, and you
wish to employ medicines that are scientific
ally prepared; that are refined and purified
by the chemical process employed in their
manufacture; that are positive in their
action, and specific to the various forms of
disease for the cure Of which they are rec.
commended, use DR.. Pierce's Family Medi-
cines. Full particulars in Pierce's Memo
randum Book, kept for free distribution by
all druggists.
Richland beacon., 1877-06-16

There is probably no article of manufacture
so universally needed as q reliable low priced
roofing, which can be readily applied without
the aid Of skill labor, and in no other direc.
ton has SO great want been 30 ineficientv
supplied. The results of experiments with
felts, cements and other compositions have So
far been anything but satisfactory. Numerous
eo-called "cheap roo6ngs" have been pro-
duced, advertised, used and found worthless.
In view Of these facts We are glad to be able to
speak favorably of an article which, from our
own knowledge and the testimony Of some of
the most extensive and best known manufac.
turer's and merchants in this country, has
proven reliable and economical substitute
for the more expensive kinds of roofing. We
refer to H.W.Johns' Patent Asbestos Roofing,
the manufacturers Of which make no extrava.
CANT representations, but claim it to be the
only reliable portable roo6ngi in use, and from
careful inquiry we believe their claims are
wellfounded. This roofing is prepared ready
for use can be easily applied BY lnskilled
workmen. is adapted for steep or 6at roofsin
all climates, and when finished with the rhte
.frefr0cf coating forms the lightest hand.
soonest and coolest roof in the world costing
only about halt as much as tin. Samples, illus.
trated catalogues, price lists, and any desired
information can be obtained from the II. w.
Johns Manufacturing Co. ,patentees and sole
manufacturers. 81 Maiden Lane, New York.
This companyhave recently completed q new
mandatory, the most extensive works Of the
kind in the world, and have reduced their
prices to Q basis which place their goods with
in the reach of every one. They also manu-.
facture liquid paints, all shades, which are
guaranteed equal to any for general purp0s-
es and the most durable for outside work of
any paints in use. In body and richness of
color the Asbestos Paints surpass any We have
ever seen. Fire-proof paint, an economical
substitute for white lead, costing only IS cents
per gallon, for the protection of factories,
bridges and other wooden structures against
fire, is also valuable for the class of outbuild.
ings, fences, etc, which are usually allowed
to go Imprinted. Roof paint, steam pipe and
boiler coverings, steam packing, sheathines,
Innings, cements, etc., all Of which can be re-
lied unon as being in every respect as rep
scented, and we advise our readers before pur.
chasing paints or roofing, to send for samples
of these articles and compare them with all
Othen
Richland beacon., 1877-06-16
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n h. II. IL. SrEvENe;
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Tor do not think enough can he said in
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Cor. Magazine and Walnut sts.,
Cambridge, Mass.
Richland beacon., 1877-06-16

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Can he finish ed a. easy hemming a Handkerchief
The We . beet. six for o7.sO.
Keeps Custom Shirts-made to measure
The very best. six for $500.
An elegant set Of genuine Gold plate Collar and
sleeve Buttons given with each doz Keep'e Shirt
Keeps shirts delivered FREE ON receip Of price
In any part Of the UnIonno express charges to pay
Sam pies for full directions Of sef- inca 81 remeut
Sent free to any address. No stamp reauired
Dea directly with the manufact ard get Bottom
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Richland beacon., 1877-06-16

DURANG'S RHEUMATIC REMEDY never
fails to cure rheumatism. Sold by all druggists
Richland beacon., 1877-06-16

Aoshers Who Nave Daughter That Have
WeAk k0sga,
Should arrest the disease when it is in the incipi
ent stages. 1t 10 indicated by a hacking cough
pains in the chest. difcuty Of breathing or oppres
sion Of the lungs II this be permitted to run on
tubercles will form. and consumption will lie the
result most valuable remedy vi he found in
In its first stage.
For sale BY ali Medicine Dealers.
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1877-01-03
He Had Been to the Centennial.

A bashful appearing man stepped into
the editorial room the other evening,
and edging up to the table Of the man
aging editor, hat in hand, said, in a
h~esitating way:
"You like little items for your paper,
T SUPPOSED"
"Certainly," replied the editor; ga
newspaper, like life, is made up of little
items. What have you to offer2"
"Well," said the bsshful man, play
ing with his hat band, "my name is
Smith, John Smith, and I've Just got
LONE"
"Glad to see you back again, MI.
Smith; been gone long?"
"I've been," said Mr.. Smith, with q
tremor of pride in his voice, " to the
Centennial, and if you want to make a
little notice.
"Whatl |" cried the editor, springing
to his feet, "you've been to the Centen-
nial7 And you've got back2 Give us
your hand; I'm delighted to see you.
Spear, let me introduce you to John
Smith. John has been to the Centen-
NAL"
Spear shook hands very warmly with
Mr.. Smith, and then ran to the aperture
communicating with the reporters room
below and shouted: "O'Shaunnessey,
come in here, quick, here's a man that's
been to the Centennial
Then O'Shaunnessey bounced in, fol-
lowed by his assistants, all of whom an
braced the bowildered Smith warmly,
and expressed qualification it afforded
them to meet O man who had been to
the great national Exhibition. Word
got down stairs, somehow, and several
others came up stairs at a tearing rate
to gaze upon the individual who had
been to the Exposition. It was too
much for the modest man to bear, and
murmuring something about making an
item of his return if they wanted to, he
hurried out just in time to meet on the
stairs the foreman and thirty-two COM
positors, all eager to get q glimpse OF
the man who had "been to the Centen-
NAL"
The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1877-01-03
For the Court to Decide.

Somewhere about a score OF years ago,
while Neal BOWS law was in full force,
an incident transpired in the court held
in Paris, Me-, worth recording. Judge
X. was on the bench. He was q genial,
jolly soul in society, brit inclined to be a
little testy sometimes in Judicial har-
ness. The case on trial was the State
vs.. a hotelkeeper, and the complaint was
sale Of liquor. One of the principal
witnesses was sipgulatly oDtuse. He
did not like to lie, nor did he seem an1-
ious to tell the whole truth. He con-
fessed to having made a purchase, but
he could not tell what he purchased nor
could he remember what he had asked
for. At length the county attorney
asked him:
"Did you drink any of til"
"Not thar"
"Well, did you drink it anywhere 2"
81 must a. done it,"
"How did it tastel"
"I couldn't say"
eyes, you can say. Certainly you
can tell me how it tasted"
At this point the court interposed.
The question was deemed trihing and
out of place.
"Why do you press it," the judge de-
manded.
"Well, your honor" replied the at
torney, it is very evident that tho wit
ness bought liquor OF the defendant,
and we want to know what description
of liquor it was. As the witness refuses
to tell me what it was, I thought if he
would only tell how it tasted the court
might be able to determine for itself"
The audible smile that followed, in
side and outside the bar, told that the
hit was understood and appreciated.