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Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17

Kentucky Legislators have TO take the
''ironclad" oath hereafter: II do solemnly
swear Tor AFFIRM that have not, directly
or indirectly, given, advanced or loaned any
money or property of any kind whatever to
any person or persons for the purpose Of
being employed OF used in promoting my
election or appointment to the Office I now
claim; nor have I. previous to my election,
agreed or promised, directly CT indirec:y,
to give, advance Or loan my money or prop
erty for such purpose
4 correspondent 81 The Cincinna.i Com.
mercial, writing from Lexington, Ky, gives
the name of Senator Barnum ss authority
for positive statement that Mr.. Tilden in
tends to be candidate for the democratic
nomination for the presidency in 1880. He
says that Abraham Hewitt was never author
lied by Mr.. Tilden to assume the role Of
manager for him, and that the latter abso-
lutely knew nothing of the electoral compro.
mise until it was prepared. knowing that
he had lost the presidency by the wrong un-
consiously done him by his friends, he quiet
ly submitted to what he regarded a. device
for the honorable avoidance of civil war.
Charles Nordhoff writes to the Herald
that the administration does not scare at the
wild talk about an investigation into the
presidential election. The whole thing, se
far, appears to be Mr.. Chandler's enterprise
The Democrats, he says, are looking on with
amusement, and they are resolved that if an
inquiry is begun it shall be through: that
it shall begin with Florida and Louisiana
and end with the last days of Genera
Grants ADMINISTRATION, and that it shall MOI
leave unrevealed any secret of the grea
atrnpple These democrata understand vor,
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
ARMY TRANSPORTATION

Detoils ofthe Bids r Received by Gen. Tomr.
kfns at St Paul Last Saturday.
Last Saturday Gen. G.. II. Thomkins,
chief quartermaster of the department of Da
kota, opened bids At St. Paul for army trane-
portation during the year commencing April
i, 1878, as follows:
Wagon transportation from and to stations
in Minnesota and Dakota-D. T. Chiffon of
Fort Sisseton, S1.3S per 100 pounds per 100
miles for the season T. w. Bremen of Fort
Totten, 81 .25 per 100 pounds per 100 miles
from April to November. and 1.35 from De-
cember to March; Andrew McCrea of Per-
ham, Minn., sl.33 per 100 pounds per 100
miles from April to October, and LA from
November to March /; L. H. Maxfeld, of St.
Paul, Sl.21 per 100 pounds per 100 miles
from April to October, and 1.25 from No
vember to March.
Wagon transportation from and to stations
in the district Of Montana, and from Corin-
ne, Utah and such other stations on the
Union Pacific railroad to stations in Mon
tana-T. c. Power & Co., Fort Benton, from
and to all points named Sl.144 per 100
pounds per 100 miles, and for routes outside
Of those, SLY; E. A. Vanasse, of Portland,
Oregon, over all routes, $1.04 irregular in
form; l. G. Baker of St. Louis, over all
routes, 81 10; E. G. Mcclay, Of Helena,
Montana, Sl.l7 over all routes ; D. s. Phelps,
Of Helena, Montana. sl.12 over all routes.
River transportation on the Red river oi
the north between Morehead or Fargo on
Gisher's Landing and Fort Pembina. NJ
bids.
Ferrisge between Fort Abraham Lincoln
and Bismarck, D. T., and between said For
and Point Pleasant, the ferry landing oppo
cite thereto. The bidders we're Marsh &
Torrinus, of Yankton, G. H. Armstrong, P
w. Blackston, c. F. .McNamee, H. S. Young
J. J. Kendall, George L. Acker, of St. Paul
Joseph Hare, McLa:n & McNider Of Bis
marck. The bid of Marsh & Torrinus wa
lowest as follows: Between Fort Lincoln
and Bismarck-Wagon 81 mounted men
so cents footmen, 25 cents; loose animals q
cents; six mule teams, 50; ft tur-mule teams
Sl.50; two-mule teams, 81; freight per l0t
pounds, 10 cents. Between Fort Lincoln
and Point P!easant-Wagon, Is cents
mounted men So cents footmen, 10 cents
loose animals, 25 cents; six-mule teams
Sl.75; four-mule teams, $l.25; two-mul
teams, IS cents; freight per 100 pounds,
cents.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
FUNERAL OF KING VICTOR ExxAxuE1.

FUNERAL OF KING VICTOR EMANUEL.
Rome, Jan. l6.-Thc funeral of the late
king, Victor Emmanuel, to-day was very
The procession was IN hour 81
q half long. In addition TO the
official portion Of the procesios.
which was mile long, there were ,2,70e
deputations from all parts Of the kinsdop.
The costumes in the official part of the ! =
,cession were s.magni6cent The crSn1l
prince Of Germany with representatives ol
Austria, Portugal and Bad en-, walked abreast
The Pantheon which was splendidly decor.
ated as the chapelle ardente. was reached
about four o'clock in the afternoon. The
entire procession was on foot. The ecclss
iasticisl service was confined to simple
absolution and benediction pronounced by
Monsignor Gori archi-priest of the chapte,
of the church.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
LATEST eY MAIL.

The monument which it is proposed to
erect in honor of the dead king, Victor EN-
manuel, will be either in the pantheon at
Rome or in the castle at St. Angelo. The
site has not yet been finally decided upon.
Castellani has presented golden crown of
the ancient Roman pattern to be placed
over the remains.
The state tax in Maine has been reduced
from six mills ON the dollar in 1870 to three
mills in 1877. Owing to q deficiency in
the savings bank and railroad tax, both the
governor and treasurer Of the state recon-
mend that the tax be increased to 81 mills.
The Grand Trunk railway company, in
the Official Gazette Of the 18th, gives no.
tice of an application to be made at the next
session of parliament for an act to establish
among its officers provident or accident
assurance fund; also an act to enable the
company to purchase or lease or to arrange
for working Of any other railroad in Canada
or elsewhere out of Canada.
Mr. Harrison, of Illinois, has introduced
the same bill which Plimsoll introduced in.
to the British parliament, to prevent the
overlooking of vessels in American harbors.
A Mexican paper, in commenting on the
policy of the United States toward Mexico
and the action of several members of the
cabinet, says that McCrary's title is mis-.
nomer and that he should be called "Sec.
retary of Peace"
Mrs. Thompson, wealthy lady Of New
York, has purchased Carpenters picture Of
Linco,n's emancipation proclamation, and
will present it to congress. 1t is under
stood that Mr.. Garfield will make the rre
sentation on Lincoln's birthday, the 18th o.
February. aud Alex. d. Stephens will make
the speech OF acceptance.
The house committee on coinage, weights
and measures has referred the bill intro
duced last week by Mr.. Cox, Of New York
providing for the coinage Of 5-cent piece
Of standard silver, and the discontinuanc
Of the coinage Of the nickel copper piece
10 sut-committee consisting Of Messrs
Mask, Clark (Kentucky) and Ryan.
There has been no outbreak Of Bannocl
Indians in Idaho or Montsna, but trouble i
threatened by the Bannocks and Shosho
mes in Idaho. Three companies of cavalr!
and one of infantry have been sent to For
Hall.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17

blunt instrument. The man undoubtedly
killed the woman and then himself. Mrs.
johnson Was found to have been pregnant,
and eight stabs seemed to have been aimed
at the unborn child. She did not live with
her supposed brother.in, law. but every
day to cook for him. johnson was
formely wealthy diamond broker Of
Chicago, aud worth $25O,05O to $500, 900,
He knew the murdered woman to be Mrs.
rDunnan, who has a divorced husband in
Chicago, where she first met johnson, who
had been an intimate with her before he
lost his property.
New York, Jan. l7.-1t now transpires
that the real names of the parties to the ter.
rible tragedy here last night, were james
Jaquea, and Mrs. Sermon. Jaques in 1862
kept Jaques hotel in Chicago, and it va,
there that he met his victim.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
CRIME.
A TERRIBLE TRAGEDY,

New York. Jan. l6.-James johnson
aged 81, had an alteration with WON II
said 10 be his sister-in-law, Mrs. johnson, al
her home in the rear of l94 Orchard sire. I,
this afternoon. The neighborr heard a
quarrel, and two pistol shots were fired
When the police were called IN, the woman
was found on the floor, dead, with her throa,
cu'. and her forehead smashed, aud sixteen
stahs in the body. johnson lave near he,
With hi. throat cut from car to
ear, and tso pistol shots wounds
in his ab ion,su. The floor Vas q
pool Of blood. Ia the mids, Of which ver,
sossd ssvalvsr, . razor, = shssaaksr'
knit, sad . Iron sssvs pokes,-s aaasiv,
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
MISCELLANEOUS.
TIE LATE KING.

THE LATE KING
Philadelphia, Jan. 17.-At a meeting of
the Italian colony last evening TO arrange
for the erection, in Rome. of monument
to King Victor Emmanuel, Count Sail
made an address. The priest of the Italian
Catholic church was present Resolutions
were adopted of coincidence with the royal
family of Italy, and of homage TO King
Humbert.
MARINE ENGINEERS CONVENTION.
Chicago, Jan. 1.-THE 4th annual con-
vention Of the national association of marine
engineers, which has been in secret session
since Monday, closed its business and I'D.
journed to-day. No information is given
out.
SUIT ENTERED AGAINST THE COUNTY
TREASURER.
The finance committee Of the county
board to-day decided to enter suit against
Louis c. Huck, late county treasurer, for
the recovery of 100000. amount which the
Third National bank owed him at the
time of the failure.
Welded.
The nuptials of Edwin L. Perry, city
clerk, of Bloomington, and Miss Dele
Wyckizer were soleminized at noon ia. day.
FAILURE.
Danville, Ill.,, Jan. 1.-THE Danville
Banking and Truet company has closed its
doors. It is stated that it's only assets are
bonds of the Paris s. Danville railroad,
which was built by the bank. If this is
correct, the depositors will be out abou.
three hundred thousand dollars. The
banks condition had not, however, been
officially made public.
GREAT STORM IN CALIFORNIA.
Chicago, Jan. 17-Wires are down west Of
Salt Lake, and rumored heavy and destruc.
tive rains have occurred in California, but
no definite information i. yet given.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
THE DOMINION.
COMMERCIAL INTERESTS.

COMMERCIAL INTERESTS.
Ottawa, Jan. 1.-THE boards of trade in
convention yesterday, adopted motion to
reject the serious injustice done in land
carrying trade of the Dominion, on account
of the privilege enjoyed by U. s. vessels in
our canals and rivers, which to an impor-
tant extent is denied US. In theirs, remedy
appears to be provided for, in article q,
Washington treaty, and compliance there
with on part Of the United States, should
receive early and earnest attention of the
government.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
NEW YORK.
ABOLITION OF R1TUAL1sM.

ABOLITION OF RITUALIsM.
New York, Jan. 17.-Blshop Cheney, q
Chicago, spoke last evening before the sy-
nod of New York, of the reformed Episco-
pal Church. Subject, "Words to Old Fash.
ioned Episcopals," recommending the aboli.
ton Of ritualism, and return to simpler
forms of worship.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
CAPITAL NOTES.
coNrEsrEp cAsEa.

Washington. Jan. ~ The subc'ccuops
c"mmWtce of the hon,e t..l.v. heard with
out An'sng on. tho ,rssimcsy IN the Rsincy-
Richardson cont ,sssd cAsc from 3 ,u,h Car,
ol'aA. P'pai sc,lns II ~ pschece- Wig.
s'et 70 csss u espNcsed 70 -Oc,rc~.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
ACCIDENTS.
THE TARR1Fy1LLE DISASTER,

THE TARRlFv1LLE DISASTER.
Hartford, Conn, Jan. IA. S. Adams
one of the seriously wounded at Tarrifville
died to-day, making the fourteenth victim.
The funeral of Mrs Allen and the two Mise.
McCarey, is taking place in Winsted TO-
day. Business is generally suspended.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
FIRES.
AT CHAPLIN.

Chicago, ILL.,, January: IA fire
at Chaplin, Illinois, on the Toledo and
Wabash road, yesterday destroyed II. D.
Cooper's store, the postofice and DR.. Pratt'a
residence. Loss $4,000; insurance S., 900.
A PACKING HOUSE.
Chicago, Jan. 17.-Sessler's packing
house, Waterloo, Iowa, burned yesterday
Loss on tine building and stock $50, 600; in
surance Sl5.OOH.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
MISCELLANEOUS,
Gen. John S. Williams Elected
Senator for Kentucky.
Philadelphia Italians Propose a
Monument for Emmanuel.
A sickenins Tragedy Occurs in New York City.
A sickening Tragedy Occurs in New York City
POLITICAL.
JOHN 8. WILLIAMS.

JOHN g. WILLIAMS.
Frankfort. KY, Jan. 17.-Gen. John s.
Williams was elected to-day on the joint
ballot, senator from Kentucky, to succeed
Thomas G. McCreery, by vote Of 1875 to
II for Boyd, republican.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
FOR SENATOR

Annapolis, Jan. F.-Dennis %, Robinson
23,..Groome 90, McLare IA, Steiner g. rest
scattering.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-01-17
nErxKAr,xo on ApR,AxorLE.

London, Jan IA dispatch SAYS that
Sulci,nan Paska. after Sighting his wAy from
Ta,ar Bazsrdjik n Phllppopol,s. found the
Russians there In great force, and fought u
desperate battle Tuesday. finally succeeding
10 clcattug ,he rpsd 10 Adrtsnopic. and
couuauine ,hiiAes.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-07-02
REMOVAL OF ARMY HEADQUARTERS.

Omaha, Neb., June 27.-Gen. Crook to-
day ordered the headquarters of the depart
mcnt Of the Platte removed to Omaha bar
racks three miles from the city, in accordance
with the new army bill.
St. Paul, MINI, June 27.-An order from
the secretary of war reached army head.
quarters this morning, peremptorily direct
ing headquarters to be moved to Fort
Smelling, six miles from this city, by July l.
This is under the new order requiring officers
to be quartered at po is. Thtre are no ac-
commodations at Fort Smelling, and ole
grams have been sent 10 Chicago for tents
for officers until buildings can be erected.
Representatives, Stuart and ex-senator Ram
sey have telegraphed the secretary asking a
suspension Of the order until the situation
can be explained, but no reply has come.
Gen. Terry, commanding the department,
who is at West Point, urges suspension OF
the order. Every one here is anxious 10
have the order rescinded.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-07-02
DAKOTA CROPS.
How They Look to Strangers Travelling
| Through the Country.
Sioux City Journa

Sioux City Journal.
Mr.. F. w. Kimberly, travelling salesman
for the wholesale house of Tootle & Liv-
ingston, in this city, returned yesterday in
company with Mr.. L. H. Spalding, who tray
els for the grocery firm Of H. D. Booge & Co.,
from an extended trip through the southern
part of Dakota territory, and from them we
learned come facts regarding crops which are
interesting. These gentlemen were absent
twenty-five days, and had good opportuni.
ty to observe the growth and general appear.
ance Of all kinds Of crops, as they Travelled
with team and buggy right through the best
agricultural country in the territory.
The wheat throughout the whole of their
journey, is reported in splendid condition,
and MIR. K. says that he never beheld a
finer prospect for an abundant yield. He
took occasion TO examine and to satisfy him.
self in regard to the reports that wheat was
rusting badly in certain sections, and says
that SO far as he could discover, either from
personal observation or from convera atisn
with farmers, there is not a sign of rust in
the whole territory and all reports to the
contrary are without any foundation in
fact
The acreage is unusually large, the grain
is in very forward condition, and altogeth-
er the outlook for large yield is indeed
promising, Oats and other small grains are
looking we'll. There is no signs of grass
hoppers and hardly any thoughts of them.
Corn is somewhat backward in some localiti-
es in consequence Of the exceeding wet wealth
er, but the warmth and sunshine of the past
few days has worked wonderous change,
and generally that crop il coming speedily
forward, and with reasonably late fall
there will be an average yield.
The crops on the Nebraska side are also
good, and in the vicinity of Niobrara, where
these gentlemen we're for short time, they
are represented as being in an unheard Of
thriving condition. In the history of this
northweet the prospects of farmers were
never more fatterinR.
Daily press and Dakotaian. [volume] (Yankton, Dakota Territory [S.D.]) 1875-1880, 1878-07-02
An uNnENIABLR rRUrn.

You deserve to suffer, and ifyou lead mis-.
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world 1t is entirely your own fault and there
is only one excuse for you,-your unreason-
able prejudice aud skepticism. which has
killed thousands. Personal knowledge and
common sense reasoning will soon show
YOU that Green's August Flower will cure
you of Liver Complaint, or Dyspepsia. with
all It's miserable effects, such as sick head.
ache, paipitstion Of the heart, sour stomach
habitual costiveness, d,zzine IS of the head
nervous prostr.tlou. low spirits, &c. Its
sales now reach every town on the Western
Continent and not Druggist but will tell
you OF i1 wonderful cures. You can buy Z
sample Bottle for 10 cents. Three doses
will relieve you.
sold By Mills s. Purdy.
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AUsTR1A's POSITION.

BRlGANDAGE IN THEssALY.
Owing to the alarming spread of brigand.
age in Thessaly, Greece is reported TO be
massing large forces on the frontier to pro.
tect her own territory.