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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
THE JUDGE-THE LAwYER-THH
PLEBEIAN


When any one man has been before
the people, occupying some response
bic position, like that, for instance,
Of judge, there seems to be some
prOpriety in again calling upon him to
become a candidate for reelection
This was the case with Judge Humph-
rey at the close, or near the close, Of
his first term as Circuit Judge. In
that case the newspapers of the cir
cult, regardless of party predictions,
raised his name as candidate for re-
election, and the people seconded the
nomination by general consent, and
endorsed it by an almost unanimous
voice at the polls. But now that the
Judge is about to retire from the
bench, it becomes the duty of some
body to select suitable candidate to
be appointed, or elected, to I'll his
place. Who shall do it, Shall it be
the lawyer, orthe plebeian, And just
here echo says, "Who 2" But the
lawyer says, 81" Do the people say
amenl That's the question.
Now we confess to little doubt
about the prOpriety of the lawyers as
Stunning vested rights in this matter.
Why should they presume to dictate
Is it not arrogance, conceit-yea-fol-
ly, to do this But, if the lawyer is
to do it, who. let us ask, hath appoint
ed him for that purpose Or, is he
self-appOinted
But you tell us that the lawyers are
the better judges of the qualifications
of the man who ought to be the peo-
pies candidate for judge. If this is
really SO, then the constitution of our
state should be so amended that the
lawyers can elect the judges. Is not
this so i! Get around this conclusion
if you can.
But away with this egotism away
with thisarrOgance, if please. The
same number of merchants, the same
number of mechanics. the same num-
Der of farmers, gathered from the
same localities, would possess as
much intelligence, and be as well
qualified to select suitable candidate
for judge, as the lawyers of this OF any
other judicial circuit of the state Of
Wisconsin.
With this movement of the lawyers,
then, to dictate to the people whom
they shall elect to be their most inn
portant officer in this judicial circuit,
we have no sympathy whatever. We
believed it to be Observation-Disclosures
with evil from the beginning, and we
fail to discover any good whatever
growing out If it. Nay, take not from
the plebeian his first, his last, his dear
est right-the right of suffrage. And
what less do you do when you attempt
to direct his vote and you attempt to
do this perforce when you assume the
position taken by those lawyers who
met at Baldwin recently.
1t may be true that the united effort
of the bar of the circuit can sway, or,
possibly, control. a majority OF the
votes of the circuit. The fact that
those who participated in the move
ment have full confidence in their
ability to do it, is self-eyident. But
whether it is by their great proves.
that they expect to overawe the masses
whether by a stroke of sharp policy
they expect to capture them, or wheth-
er by their peculiar power Of fascina-
ton they expect to cajole them. doth
not yet fully appear.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The new hardware store of S. ID.
Dodge & Son is the most complete in
all its appointments of any country
store of its kind in the Northwest. 1t
is also filled with well-selected lot of
goods. which are offered, as usual, at
bottom prices for the ready LINGO"
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NORTGlGE FORECLOSURE SALE.
Circuit Court-Piorce County

Selah Strickland and Abner Morse, Plain
tiffs, against Albert Martin and Rachel NJ.
Martin, Defendants.
Notice is hereby given that by virtue and
in pursuance OF a judgment Of foreclosure and
sale rendered on the 2nd day OF January, a.
d., 1877, at a special term OF the Circuit Court
for Dunn County, in the Sth Judicial Circuit,
the same being a special term for Pierce
County. will on the 3Ist day of March, 4. d.
1877. at two o'clock in the afternoon OF that
day, at the front door Of the Courthouse in
the village OF Ellsworth in said county, sell
at public auction to the highest bidder tor
cast, the mortgaged premises directed by
said judgment to be sold and therein de-
seribed as follows, to wit;
The east half Of the northwest quarter Of
Section twenty-nine, Township twenty-seven
north, of Range sixteen, west, except six acres
decided to p. kellogg IN the northeast corner
of said land, all in Pierce County, Wiscon-
sin. i. L; NELSON,
Sheriff OF Pierce County.
ellison x Wilkinson, Plaintiffs Atty's.
42w7 Dated, February 18th, 1877.
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Or. ]. c. AVER & CO., Lowell, Mass,
Practical aud analytical Chemists.
SOLD BIZ All DRUGGISTS EVERY wHERK.
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PIERCE COUNTY COURT--N PROBATE.

In the matter of the estate of Charles
knight, deceased.
On reading and filing the petition of Osborn
Strahl, executor of the last will and tesla
ment of Charles knight, deceased, repre-
senting among other things that he has fully
administered said estate, and praying that a
time and place be fixed for examining and al
lowing his account of his administration, and
assigning the residue of said estate to the
heirs-at-law Of the said deceased Charles
Knight.
1t is ordered that said application be heard
before me at my office in Ellsworth, on the
oath day ofFebruary, 1877, at O'clock in the
afternoon, and it is further ordered that no
tice OF said application and hearing be given
to all persons Interested. by publication of a
copy OF this order for three successive weeks,
once in each week, in the River Falls Jour-
NAL, newspaper printed in said county,
prior TO said day OF hearing.
Z. ID. PIERCE,
4Ow3 County Judge.
Dated this 9th day of January, 1877.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
LOCAL CORRESPONDENCE.
TRENTON.

TRENTON.
The ice on the river is unsafe.
The Good Templars are now in fine working
order.
Henry Smithson, of Belle Creek, Mimi, is
here visiting friends.
Died. at her home ON the 10th instant, Mrs.
John Curry she had been sick for four years.
The school meeting on the 10th was adj
journed for one month, Tor the purpose of
seeing if the district can be divided.
Some OF our enterprising youths have or
gained theatrical troupe. We look for a
grand dramatic display in few weeks.
BIG RIVER.
Dave Hope, of Diamond Bluff, is visiting
friends in this vicinity.
What VIM. Houston's family thought to
be the Scarlet Fever proved only the scarlet
rash.
Some of the young foll.s in this vicinity
have joined the Good Templars at Trimbelle.
May the cause prosper.
The prayer meeting at Mr.. Whites last
week was well attended, and was particularly
interesting from the fact that the young coll-
verts took part in the exercises.
Rev. Mr.. Baldwin Will lecture on the 18th
inst, instead of the Sth, at 10 o'clock A. NJ,
and also in the evening. Subject, "The
Change of the Sabbath"
There was a large attendance at the lyceum
last Wednesday evening. The question, 'Re-
solved, That Capital Punishment should be
abolished" was discussed, and decided in
the affirmative.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE.
Circuit Court--Pierce County

Nathaniel Wales, Plaintiff against Cathe-
rine Jiale, Defendant.
BY virtue of a judgment of foreclosure and
order of sale made in the above entitled ac-
ton on the second day Of January, 1877,
at special term of the Circuit Court Tor Dunn
county in the Sth judicial circuit, the same
being a special term for Pierce county will,
on the Goth day of FEBRUARY, 1877 at one o'clock
in the afternoon, al the front door of the Court
House in the village of Ellsworth, in said couu-
ty sell at public auction, to the highest bidder
for cash, the mortgaged premises described
by said Judgment to be sold, and therein de-
scribed as follows:
The northeast quarter of the northeast
quarter of Section one, Township twenty-sev-
en- of Range eighteen in the county of Pierce
aud state of Wisconsin. T. l.. NELSON,
STOW Sheriff OF Pierce County.
Dated this 2nd day of January, 1877.
{. Smith, Atty for Plaintiff.
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NOTICE.

| have admitted my brother, Mr.. j..
E. Howard, to full partnership in my
business, and the firm will hereafter
be known as HOWARD BROTHERs. We
hope by careful attention to business
and fair dealing to merit an increas-
ed patronage from farmers and citi-
zens, Call and see us, even if you do
not buy. HOWARD BROTHERS.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
WANTED.

One hundred more or less) good cit
Teens and farmers who are indebted to
the late firm of Howard & Hanson, to
call and settle their balances. | need
money very much, and would like the
old accounts closed as soon as possible.
If you cannot give me all, bring what
you can. +. c. HOWARD.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

No man can afford to leave his tools,
carriages, or grain uncovered while he
can buy the third quality of lumber at
the mill of d. c. Davis & Sons for SIS
per NJ, and the same quality of
shingles az $1.25 per NJ. 39w4
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

TEAM FOR sALE.-The finest matched
span of l.orses, only six years old that
can be found in Pierce county, can be
bought at a bargain of Ogden Gould,
Beldenville. For further particulars,
inquire of A. MORSE.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
LECTURE.

Prof. A. Earthman, who was an eye
witness and fellow sufferer, will
deliver lecture on 'Iife in Rebel
dom," at the Methodist Church, Sat-
urday evening, Feb. 18th, at 7P.M.
Admission, 10 cts. Proceeds to go to
the Teachers Union"
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
Meeting of County Superintendents
of Poor.

The Superintendent of Poor will
meet at Ellsworth on the Goth of Feb
ruary, to receive proposals tor man.
aging the County Poor Farm and
boarding paupers after April LIST. The
present system will probably be con-
tinued. Any communications in ref
erence thereto, will be thankfully re
ceived at that time.
Rv TuP SrprRTNTENDFHTS
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The Bradshaws have added to their
extensive notion department a fine
line of Stationery, both fancy and
plain. Students and others should ex-
anime their stock before purchasing
elsewhere.
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n42

1t is said that the late publications
of the Massachusetts, Board of Health
are of superior character, and that
they have given that organization de-
cided prominence among similar
boards in this country.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The new steam feed-mill, on Main
street continues to send forth it's well
come whistle-at 6o'clock P. NJ, but for
new firm, Kingsley & Miles. II. p
Kingsley having bought Mr.. Cadwell's
interest
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
INSTRUCTION.

In Bookkeeping and Modern Lam
gadgeS. Norwegian, English, Ger
man and French, for Ladies' and GEN
Iemen.
Translation and Correspondence az
the ADORE mentioned Ianguages solicit
ed. apply to S. HIRSCH,
Al Riper Falls, UIS.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Another convention to nominate
candidate for Judge, will be held at
Baldwin on the eth proximo, or there
abouts. At least, so we are informed,
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
MURDER WILL OUT.

A few years ago "August Flower was dis
covered to be a certain cure for Dyspepsia
and Liver complaint, a few thin Dyspeptics
made known to their friends how easily and
quickly they had been cured by its use. The
great merits of GREENS AUGUST FLOWER be-
came heralded through the country by one
sufferer to another, until, without advertis-
ing, its sale has become immense, Druggists
in EVERY TOWN in the United States are
selling it. No person suffering with Sour
Stomach, Sick Headache, COstiveness, palpi-
tation Of the Heart, indigestion, low spirits,
etc, can take three doses without relief. Gro
to your Druggists, G. 4. Davis or r. S. Free
man, and get bottle for 70 cents and try it.
Sample bottles 10 cents.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The members of the Band embrace
this opportunity to tender their thanks
to the singers and others who assisted
them in their late concert.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
BLANKS FOR SALE.

Legal Blanks of all descriptions,
Mortgages, Deeds, &C., for sale by
AZ j. w. VIM, Ellsworth, Wis,
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The concert ~ the Band last Satur-
day evening was largely attended and
proved to be very satisfactory en-
tertainment. The net proceeds were
about sixty dollars.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The Eau Claire News says, ''the best
thing country newspapers can do is to
give advertising agents wide BERTH"
which the same is sound advice.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Prof. Young, the pianist, who aided
the Band in getting up their concert,
is entitled to much credit for his Ia
bOrs in their behalf. Mr.. Young is
high up in the musical profession.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Come and we will sell you of the
cup that cheers but does not inebriate.
Green, Japan or Oolong-the best
goods for the least money.
PETER E. BRADSHAW & Co.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

To Robert SprOwle, of Ellsworth, we
are indebted for pleasant call of re-
cent date. Mr.. SprOwle, by the way,
is one of the pioneer settlers of Pierce
onuutv
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Dennis Deneen has opened black
smith shop, at the old shop of T. f.
Tubbs, west of Central Hotel. Let
those in need take notice.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

We regret to learn that our esteemed
friend and fellow citizen, J. I. Pratt,
is in failing health, with very un-
certain prospect of his recovery.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

This is The first time in the history
of this country when Presidential
election was kept red-hot from No
Vember till March.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Lenten Services will be held in the
Episcopal Church every Wednesday
and Friday afternoons at the hour of
half past four.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

The finest sites in this village for
residences lie east of the Normal. We
understand that lots lying in that di-
rection will be thrown into market
the coming spring.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
NOTICE.

All persons having watches at my
shop for repairs Will please come and
get them. If not they will be sold
for charges. E. w. REED.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Or. Crary still continues to lay out
jaws, fill the vacant lots with fine
structures, and charge a reasonable
sum for the same.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

A first-class Sewing Machine
American or Singer-for sale on long
time. Inquire at this office. If
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

And now they say that Governor
Ludington don't choose to bulge at
the bidding of that lawyers convsn-
ton, and fatty refuses to appoint their
candidate
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

R. S. Burhyte returned from his
southern trip last Tuesday evening.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

All kinds of repairing done, and
warranted to give satisfaction, at
F. w RpEn'S
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R.Y. Pratt, of st. Paul. is visiting
his relatives and friends here.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

b. II. Gilman and j. 3. Meehan, of
FL PasO, gave us a call last Monday
evening.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

S. D. Dodge's new hall is rapidly APP
preaching completion. 1t is very fine
room, 24x42, with a large ante-rOOm.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

A good lumber wagon for sale cheap.
Inquire of A. MORSE.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Prunes, fresh and sweet at the store
of Powell & Gaylord.
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SHALL WE HAVE A RAILROAD ?

Mr.. EDnoR:-I am credibly Informed
that the freight, passenger, mail and
express business between River Falls
and the West Wisconsin Railroad in
wolves an actual average daily expend-
iture of more than fifty dollars. All
experience shows. if facilities are af-
foTded offering quicker and more COM
Portable transit for passengers and
reader means for transportation of
freight than are offered by teams, that
freight and passenger traffic will be
greatly and permanently increased.
Documentary evidence can be pro-
duced showing that a railroad of
length equal to the distance between
River Falls and the West Wisconsin
road has been constructed and oper-
ated in this state. The first cost of
this road when ready for trains, of
two stations, two turn tables, sidings,
one locomotive, thirteen freight cars,
one passenger car and other appurte-
nances incident to road all ready for
business, was only $4,000, and the
daily expense of operating the road is
$50. Freight and passenger business
has greatly increased since the road
was opened,
Now, Mr.. Editor, if it is only neces-
sary to enlist the interest of capitalists
/ m tho ayfaOt of SavaOfv tbOuoaud dol
lars, and to organize sufficient enter
prise to properly expend that amount
of money, why may not the business
men of River Falls alone build road
at once to some point on the West
/ Wisconsin road and operate it in the
interests of our section!
Please give us your views Mr.. Editor
ON the economic aspects of such an
! enterprise. CITIZEN.
River Falls. Feb. II.
REMARKS.
Our views upon this important SUBJ
ject have frequently been given, and
they are too well known and under
stood to need repetition, unless such
repetition is necessary on the principle
that the constant drop will wear the
stone-that perseverance will eyentu-
ally win. But, for the sake of vari-
ETY., we invite correspondence on this
subject, to which the columns of the
JOURNAL are always open.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

A large assortment of new prints, at
Powell & Gaylord's.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

A child's sacque, or double cape, is
''On file' in this office. 1t was found
near the schoOl-hOuse in this village.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15
Buckwheat flour at Powell & Gay

Mrs. Decker, hair dresser, is at the
Central Hotel.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Try our teas--there are none better.
POWELL & GAYLORD.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Blanks of all kinds constantly on
hand. and for sale at this office.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Calico Ball at the Academy of Music
one week from tonight.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

"They Curep' What cure AYERS
CHERRY PICTORIAL for a cough.
AYERS PILLS for purgative, and
AYERS SARSAPARILLA for the COM
plants that require an alternative medicine.
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SHsdGrS! SeederS SeederS

Here we are again with a new lot of Buck
Eye Seeders and Buckeye Drills. Prices
low and terms easy. Call and see them.
a r. CARROLL.
Al Pm Prescott, Wis
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Episcopal Church, next Sunday, Feb
ruary lSth-serviceS in the morning
at I015 O'Clock in the church. Subject.
1.-THE Apostolic Succession, Its Proof.
In the evening at the Academy of Mu-
sic, at Q = o'clock. Subject. ''Why do
Episcopalians wear the Surplice or
White Robe p
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

j. E. Howard, late of St. Louis, Mo-,
has for few weeks past been in the
employ of his brother C. E. Howard,
of hardware fame, and has concluded
to tarry awhile in our midst.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Lenten fast and tie Presidential
count began yesterday.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1877-02-15

Professor E. S. Reed, who is teach
ing at Baldwin, dropped in upon us
last Saturday. He was accompanied
by j. II. Bump, a jeweler by trade. if
not lay profession, who declared his
intention to become resident of, and
consequently business man, in our
village. This is timely move, if he
desires to secure a good location.
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FirSt-CIaSS Hair DRESSING.

Hair dressed in the latest style. Old
Switches Repaired and covered with long
hair. Combings, Strengthened, Cleaned and
Turned Every style of Hair Ornamentation
fixed over and improved ,Frizzes, Puffs, Curls,
Saratoga Wane, POmadour, Braid / should
be pleased to have every lady call and see
my work / may be found every afternoon
for a short time at the Central Hotel.
AZ 3w Mrs. G. H. DECKER.
River Falls, Wis, Feb. 18th, 1877.
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st. Valentines day yesterday.