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Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12
BROWNSDALE.

LOVERS of the Terpsichorlan art will
find amusement at the Masonic Hall, on
Christmas Eve. All under the auspices
of Il. Harris.
The unusual festivities of the past
week in the shape of weddings have been
followed BY sort of apathy, on the part
of our inhabitants. We wish some one
would 60 somewhere or do something, so
that we might have something to write
about.
A TEN year old son of John Knox, a
German, living in the N. E. corner of
Lansing, fell off load Of grubs, the
other day, and broke his leg just above
the knee. DR.. Wysor, assisted by DR..
Britts, set the leg, and reported the lad
doing we'll.
The donation for the benefit of Rev.
]. s. Rounce was a pleasant affair. The
people of Brownsville and vicinity turned
out en- masse, and we understand contrib
uted literally. You ought to have been
here, and seen popcorn disappear down
the threats of children both young and
old.
"A number of our citizens have been
the recipients of circulars from the state
Anti.Drive Well Association. We are
glad to see that the people are rousing to
meet the emergency with vigorous war
fare on the James Green crowd. In union
there Is strength, and we hope to see
these unprincipled swindlers check mat
ed, for verify they are worse than the
manipulation of the "swlndling little brass
kettle"
The Division ofSons of Temperance
located in this village, is noted for the
good entertainments which it offers the
public. In order to keep up the reputa-
tion which they have acquired IN this
respect, in the past, the members have
decided to hold ''necktie festival" on
the evening of Dec Goth. Let every fel-
low GO and take his girl. Said female
will be allowed to pay her way in by
depositlng necktie at the door, but the
poor fellow must pay the sum of twenty
cents for the privilege of escorting some
other woman around during the evening.
But you all "know how it is yourse II, -
so We'll only say: come all and have q
good time.
: Tom McKennett and Alex. Kerr, two
of our young men, left on Wednesday for
Illinois, where they expect to spend the
winter, visiting among friends. IT'S
rather lonesome for their friends since
they are gone. All miss Alexis good
natured vlsage and side splitting jokes,
while the average tramp looks IN vain tor
Tom to supply him with lodging at the
public expense. But of all their friends,
their landlady bewails their departure,
and listens in vain for the gentle patter
of their footsteps on their way to bre ak.
fast at $50 A. N. Blu: she is consoled
with the thought that her inestimable
gain is somebody else's loss. Good bye
boys, and a jolly time. .-ssss...s..77@s
On Tuesday, at about eleven, A. NJ.
the sheriff commenced the sale Of B. +.
Bacon's bankrupt stock. The store has
been crowded every day, and purchasers
plenty. Prominent among the buyers
were several who have been owing Mr..
Bacon for months, and refused to pay,
yet who had the face to pay cash to the
amount of several dollars when goods
were knocked down to them. Verify
this is honesty. and comforting sight 70
the man who has % generously trusted
them. SPECTATOR. .
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

FRESH dried beef, at Taylor & Balls
A prime article.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

On. BUNS Baby Syrup has been be.
fore the pubic for years, and is pro-
snOunced By Thousands superior to all
other articles fct The cure Of Coughs,
Colds, Induenxs md OIL Pulmonary Com.
plaints
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

STILL another supply of the celebrated
Reynolds Brothers. fine ladies' shoes re-
ceived att Truesdell's, and with them a
fresh supply of those beautiful cards, In
new designs. S' 80 ,. - $3.50
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

A NICE little donation was made the
Ladies' Relief Society-being the contrib
ution taken up at the union meeting on
Thanksgiving day, amounting to about
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

THE sociable Of Grace (Universalist)
church, will meet with Mrs. E B. Crane,
on Tuesday evening. Come, and spend q
pleasant evening.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

SKATING seems to be in order nova
days, with all the young people, and
with some not so young. Oh, would I
we're boy again.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

THE Congregational church sociable
will be held with Mrs DR.. J. n Wheat,
on Friday evening of this week. A cor.
dial invitation is extended to all.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

JUDGING from the music that Mr.
Freygang, the harpist, produced on that
beautiful harp, We wondered if 1t was not
that celebrated one of thousand strings
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

RASPBERRY and Blackberry jams, a
Taylor & Balls. Very nice.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

Tors, games, dolls, choice tea sets
kitchen furniture, and old "Santa Claus
himself, at Schleuder's.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

GERMANTOWN worsteds and zephyrs in
shaded lots. Flannels, beavers and wool.
en- goods for the winter, all at Hall s.
Vests. 's.-.s: 49,
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

FRESH figs and tlne assortment of
fresh candies and nuts for the holiday
trade, at Taylor & Balls.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12
GRAND MEADOW.

Trade seems to be on The increase for
a few days past.
II wonder If Gaskill knows that cleo.
tion is over, and that Mower county
comes out minus greenback orator in
the Legislature.
--Scrib. opens his picture gallery this
week and viii take photographs through
the holidays for only 81 per dozen cash.
Now is your time.
The boys and girls too are enjoying
themselves immensely skating down by
the railroad bridge, and wouldn't won
der If 1t would turn out to be the bridge
of signs.
Our coiored barber, Mr.. George New.
sum, led Miss George Ann Williams to
the hymenial altar recently. He ought
to prosper in his welded life, as he had a
hard fight with the old gent to get her.
M. V. B. Scribner is a candidate fol-
enrolling clerk of the Senate. He entered
the field strongly backed by our mem
bers and other outside friends who will
60 to St. Paul with him. He held the
position in 1874 and '76, and thoroughly
understands. the business.
Kennedy, of the Leroy Independent,
was in town on Thursday last He toe
is candidate for Postmaster of the H. OF
r., but the question arises, how many
candidates for one Office can our members
support. There must be something fas
cinating in that position, as there are no
less than IL or Is applicants for it in the
State.
H. B. Corey will close out his store
this week, preparatory to entering upor
his duties as Sheriff. RADIUS.
The Neeos man is feeling bad because
we don't have cold weather.
Joe Taylor, of Fountain, supercedes
Scott A. Keefer in charge of Cargill
Vans grain warehouse.
The Grand Meadowites have to hau
their corn from Spring Valley. We'll
warrant there's always good stock o
corn juice at the Meadow.
We have information bv telephone
from frankfort that Mr.. G.. Fryer, O
that township, was recently presented b,
his good wife with twins, a boy and girl
the former weighing pounds and tn
latter 5.-NeWs
The new iron bridge across Bea
Creek, about two miles north of town
was put in position on Wednesday ant
Thursday last, the work being accom-
plished by four men. A similar struc,
ure is being put up at Leroy by the sam
company-the Canton Iron Bridge Co
So says the News.
Father Hurley, of Austin, is soon t
withdraw his pastoral visits to the Cathc
lie church, and new priest is to b
placed in charge. The Ne,os says "the uni
versal expression at the departure of til
old pastor will be one ofdeep regret, for h
has endeared himself to his people as fe,
men could have done. Under his foster
ing care a church edifice Uhe only one il
town. has been reared up and very nearl
paid for, and the congregation, which a
first only numbered few families, i
now large and prosperous"
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

THE most elegant display of holiday
goods at &. Schleuder's.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

COMMERCIAL Law taught at La Crosse
Business College by practicing lawyer.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

LADIES' ties, and silk handkerchiefs in
latest tints and shades at Hall & Vests
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

ScARF lost by G. W. Ransom. Reward
offered for its return.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

LARGE STRING or FIsH.-Willlam
Brown. Seymour johnson, Chas. Lord
Ind viii Stewart went fishing On Tues.
day, on Turtle Greek. They cut holes
through the ice, and stirred up the pick.
erel at a lively rate-taking out ninety
five OF them with spears. Willie Brown
told us this story, and az he backed 1t up
with divide, we have good deal Of
confidence In his stories-if they are
f'shy. Turtle Creek pickerel are fine eat,
ing this time of year.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12
Ayers
HAIR V3;gor,
For restoring Gray Hair to
its natural Vitality and Color.

A dres sin g
which is at once
a gre e a b l e,
healthy, and eff.
fectual for pre-
serving the
hair. Faded or
gray hair is soon
restored to ats
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

THE celebrated Swedish Lady Quartet
gave one of their delightful entertain
ments on Thursday evening of last week.
They came with far-famed reputation,
and it was we'll sustained by their concert
here. They received many encores, and
the audience showed full appreciation
of their talents. Mr.. Freygang also
charmed the audience with his solos
upon his splendid Erard harp, and played
with such exquisite skill that showed
that he was master of the situation. He
also was many times encored, to which he
cheerfuily responded. Austin would vel.
come them next time with much larger
audience
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12
CITY AND VICINITY.

We NAV have winter yet. 1t is best to
be prepared for it at any rate.
THERE are men in trade in Austin who
wouldn't advertise if they knew they'd
get rich bY it.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12
HAIR DRESSING,

nothing else can be found so desir-
able. Containing neither oil MOI
dye, it does not soil white cambria
and yet lasts long on the hair, giving
it rich, glossy lustre and a grateful
perfume.
Prepared by DR.. J. c. Aver & Co.,
Practical and Analytical Chemists,
LOWELL, MASS.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1878-12-12

HALF RATE TELEaRAMs.-Our bust.
ness men should not forget that night
kilograms arc sent by the Northwestern
Telegraph line at half rates. Fred. Hon.
iston, the operator IN this city, desires US
to say that such messages will be received
for transmission at his Office any time
during the afternoons of week days and
up to 8 O'Clock in the evening. Halfrate
tariff to New York, Boston and Phila-
delphia is rs cents; Chicago, st. Louis
and Milwaukee. so cents: St. Paul and
Minneapolis, IS cents. All messages de-.
livered at destination by 8 O'Clock next
morning.
RUNAwAY.-A bright little team of
grays broke from their moorings on Main
street, Monday, and dashed off at high
speed. Near the Davidson House barn
they managed to dump out the contents
of the wagon, but left the vehicle right
side up with care; and, turning neithe r
to the right nor the left, took lively
gait for home-some where near Lansing.
They didn't turn out for anybody, but
kept the road. About two miles this
side of Lansing they were stopped. No
damage done to the establishment, but
they took wheel off fellows wagon
as they were passing, just for fun.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04
HuInOr.
his is a forward March.

This is a forward March.
A big seal ring-The Arctic zone.
The best muzzle for a dog is the muz-
lie of a gun.
Now is the time to take your carpets
into the back yard, and beat, what
Bob Ingersoll says does not exist out of
! 'em.
Canon Farrar says that "Hell is 3
temper, not a place" If he has that
kind of wife, why doesn't he apply
for characterization Herald.
The Mediterranean has sunk one
third of an inch since the opening of
the Suez Canal. We knew it had sunk,
but didn't think that it had gone down
like that Danbny NeaUs.
What is the difference between our
post office and the church that has the
largest clergyman? One has the post
master and the other the most pastor
NO17istOlmo Herald.
viii the coming house-hy be built
after the model of the house-fy of last
year, and take sneaking advantages of
finding big toe protruding beyond the
bed-cover? -DetrOH Free Press
The moon, it is claimed, has gained an
inch in rapidity of motion within
the last hundred years. At that rate it
would soon overtake boy on an er-
rand -BreahJast Table.
England to Russia-"Do [ under
stand you to say, sir" Russia to
England" You do, sir :" 81 do
sir?-" You do sir =" Well, sir !
:" TO be continued after the arrival
of the next cablegram.)
One side of the fraudulent dollar has
a fat British girl on, with a tremendous
bang, and on the other a hen flying off
her nest, probably frightened by the
bang Philadelphia Bulletin.-Just one
word What business has hen on
British girls nest. ?-Bufalo Express.
The silver dollar eagle recalls the con-
versation at the show: Daughter
Law, ma, look at THAT beagle" Moth
er-"Vy, you hignorant gal, it's a
howl" Snowman, politely" Axes par
ding, mum, but it's 'awk."
Canada is figuring for a prohibitorv
liquor law, and, in the name of the
United States of America, we demand
/ olitII LllC CIlOIU NC VI uollcu llhC IL SCI
pent. With this sort of law in Canada,
where are our citizens who run away
with othes peoples money to find
safety and comfort oil Citu Derrick.
And now comes the "spring open
ing" when the Khedive of Egypt first
looks at his 900 wives, then at his
poclletbook, ard then looks around for
an opening to spring into. At least,
we suspect he does. That is the way
we should feel about it. Nine hundred
new spring bonnets at 50 per bon. would
make frightful chasm in our years
salary. Herald
Brown had been in love with young
lady, and asked permission to call her
by the expressive name of some animal,
which was granted on condition that
she should have the same privilege
On leaving, Brown said, GOOD night,
dear ~ Good night, BORE" said she.
/ So long as the legs of the small boy
do not extend higher than his breathing
apparatus it will be impossible to get
him into pair of rubber boots so far
that he will not 90 straightway out and
stand in a puddle where the water will
just run in over the tops Of the same
| Worcester Press.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04
WHY IS TT SO j?

Some find work where some find rest,
And so the weary world goes on;
| sometimes wonder which is best;
The answer comes when life is gone.
Some eyes sleep when some eyes wake,
And so the dreary neighbours go.
Some hearts beat where some hearts break
often wonder why It's so.
Some wills faint where some wills fight
Some love the tent and some the field
/ often wonder who are right
The ones who strive, or those who yield.
Some hands fold where other hands
Are lifted bravely in the strife;
And so thro' ages and thro' lands
Move on the two extremes OF life.
Some feet halt where some feet tread
In tiIeleSs march, a thorny way;
Some struggle on where some have He'd;
Some seek when others Shun the fray.
Some swords rust where others clash,
Some fall back where some move on,
Some flags furl where others fash
Until the battle has been won.
Some sleep on while others keep
The yigIls of the true and brave;
They will not rest till roses creep
Around their name, above grave.
-Fdther Ryan.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04

knew she was In the proper agony; then
he raised his heels. and beat tremend-
Gus tattoo upon the floor, which raised
the house IN a minute
When he was released he explained
matters, and, before be could get the
wondering crowd out of the chamber,
Poppet appeared at the door, white
and haggard.
Dick ran to her and led her away.
He put her aching head upon his
shoulder, and whispered:
ooh. Dick, Dick I'll never-never
be such fool again. Is there any
thing else you'd like to have me give
UPS there? Oh, Dick, did those
wretches hurt you? Poor boy-poor-oh
how my head goes round just like a
t-o-p!"
You saved my trinkets for me-"
But did he think he lost his JeweL'"
She opened her eyes, and, by the
light OF the gas. she gave him a heav-
emily look and a smile.
"Never, never" cried Dick.
He then led her home to pretty
cottage on the top of some mighty
rocks, where they found her father 60
ing about swinging watchman's rat
tie, and raising hue and cry for his
lost one.
Never mind, pa" cried Poppet,
airily.
"Never mind, indeedr' echoed
the old gentleman. ooh, your there,
Dick, are you? All right, then"
The author feels, with his model
man that IL iS time To retire Ono
does little good by penetrating too far
into mystry. The two brewed some
lemonade without sugar, and then
went and lolled upon the wicket-gate.
and gazed at the moon and the illumin-
ated waters, and decided that life was
pleasant.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04
Published March y, rs.
.. CHAPTER 2iS

AN ACT to provide for the sale of the reports of the
decisions of the supreme court now owned by the
state.
The people of the state of Wisconsin, represented in
Senate and assembly, do enact as fOHOlUS:
Section |. The state librarian is hereby author
lied to sell and deliver to any resident of this state
who desires to purchase the same for his own use,
one set and no more of the volumes of the reports
of the supreme court of this state; and to any
dent of this state for his use, each of the
odd volumes, and no more, of the said reports not
required to make complete sets owned to be
owned by the state, at the price of two dollars per
volume. The money realized and received by said
librarian from such sales shall be paid by him into
the treasury of this state, to the credit of the gen
era fund; but such sales shall not be made further
than to reduce the number Of each volume of said
reports to Seyenty-fve provided, that any person
desiring to purchase any of said reports shall file
with the said librarian his affidavit, made before
some officer authorized by law to administer oaths,
to the effect that he desires to purchase such re-
or transfer.
Section 2 This act shall take effect and be in force
from and after its passage and publication.
ADOrOVel March IL 1878
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04
Published March %, ISIS. ]
rHDrTn


AN AT relating 10 the publication and sale Of the
IF OF me geological survey and ameRdatory
The people OF the state of Wisconsin, represented in
senate and assembly do enact foIlolUs:
SeGtionl |. Chapter l2l of the laws of Wisconsin
% t9lo IS hereby amended by adding the following
nc printing are hereby authorized 10 procure the
na OF hfteen hundred additional copies OF the
ers OF public printing shall in no case pay greater
pIee for press-work, folding coIlating, stitching
anu olnding than is paid the state printer at the
under the state Printing Contract: and prorided
yt[eT Ih2t no greater price shall be paid for any
similar work upon the publication of volume II;
and prortded further that there shall be no extra
engTavings or other material entering into the
Work OF said additional volume ordered to be pub
shall be deposited with the superintendent of pub
nc property, who is hereby authorized TO sell them
10 any clLzen IN this state at the cost price, includ
ing me expense OF handling, the cost TO be COM
pot ny the secretary OF state and TO any person
ot eltzen OF this state at fair price above cost
10 be fixed by the secretary of state And shall be
the duty of the superintendent of public property
pay the amount realized theTefrom into the state
treasury at the end of each quarter and the state
treasurer shall report the aggregate amount of the
same IN MS annual report. The commissioners of
limited portion of any net profits that may accrue
from the sale OF the reports TO persons not citizens
OF Inc state IN advertising the same in appropriate
publications, if it shall seem TO them in the inter
EST OF the state to do The said additional copies
snail be distributed only specified in this section
except by authority of the legislature. Section H.
Inc commissioners OF public printing are hereby
further authorized TO complete the publications of
the final report, provided it shall not exceed four
volumes in all With the accompanying maps. and
provided the same is done at the same rates for
equally good quality of work and material in the
case of the volume already published. Section -
The office and functions of the chief geologiSt are
hereby continued in existence and h: is authorized
to perform all the duties devOYing upon the chief
ge0logis in carrying into execution the provisions
OF this act; provided, that this section shall
salary.
Section . There is hereby appropriated out of
any money in the general fund of the state treasury
not otherwise appropriated sum sufficient to car
ry out the purpose of this act.
Section B. This act shall take effect and be in force
from and after its passage
Approved March T. 1878
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04

UNANIMOUS VERDICT.-The most rigid
analysis by good chemists have failed
to discover anything in D. B. DeLand &
Co.'S Best Chemical SdleratuS which can,
in the least degree be detrimental to
health. While the women Of our coun-
try entertain sentiments widely different
upon other matters, ali concur in q YER
diet that the Best Chemical Saleratus is
the only infallible article in use for light
and sweet bread.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1878-04-04
ESTABLISHED 1861.
RSs ~ TO
EAVkuD FARMERS
EVERY PACKAGE OF
SLOAN'S CoNnITlCA POWDERS

Given to your Horse, Cow or Hog, will
return many times its cost in The i'm
provement of the flesh, and health OF
your stock.
The horse will show more life, and ac-
complish more work The COW viii
produce more and richer milk The hoe
will take on flesh, and prove less liable
to disease. Sl0Gn's are the only COaditi0h
Poaoders compounded upon scientific
principles. Your horse having worked
hard for you during the past season, il
is your duty to take good care of The
animal after the service he has performed
for you. Plenty of warm bedding, gooc
feed, and bran mash once week, with
some Of Sloan's Condition POwders, will
nut him IN good order for next season.
If your Druggist does not keep the
'owder, send % or 80 cents, and you viii
eeive a package by return mail.