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Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1879-07-10

Come the first of England's race,
Seeking on our shores dwelling,
Finding here their resting place.
At their head man of iron,
Tried on many battlefield,
Brave as Homer's ancient heroes
Armed with helmet, spear and shield.
In the camp of rude Powhatan
Proud he smiles at deaths alarms
Wondrous rescue! Life is granted
To fair Pocahontas' charms.
Dusky daughter of the forest,
Future States shall honor thee;
After ages tell thy story
And thy love from sea to sea.
Sad thy fate-a lonely exile
In thy gilded chains to sigh;
Better far to roam the wildwood,
Than in royal courts to die.
But Nation knows thy virtue,
Owns thy pure and spotless fame
Glorious daughter of POwhatan,
Thine is an immortal name!
More rugged they ~l,v eeeA the Plymouth Shore
Undaunted by the wintry oceans roar,
The Mayhower bears them DER the raging sea,
Resolved that they (0nd none else) shall be free.
Their stern religion holds them like vice,
A stern religon-well preserved in ice:
Erect, their homage to the Lord they bring,
Too proud to kneel before the Eternal King;
And they who seek to share their forest home,
Must think as they door still further roam!
Yet they were brave and honest-sought no evil,
And feared no foe-except the long-horned Devil!
And, though with critic eye their faults we scan
Men still admire the plucky Puritan.
Amid their tolls, and cares and griefs, and woes,
They made the desert blossom as the rose.
The crafty red-skin, envious OF their power,
Oft sought to slay them at the midnight hour:
With steady aim the Pilgrims muskets ring
And Philip falls, the Pequods' lordly king.
Thus dies the foe, ere circling summers roll,
They slay his body, ere they save his soul,
Till, lords of all the broad Atlantic coast,
They stand, arrayed in power, mighty host
Thus roll the years. while stronger and more great
Grow the foundations of the coming STATE,
The child has laid aside his infant clothes,
And nerved his arm to bear the assault of foes.
In vain the mother seeks to bind the child,
That selfish power may curb his nature wild.
Inflated counsel rules in Englauds halls,
And, grasping shadowy power, the substance falls.
With one accord rings forth from sea to sea
Nations shout-Our Country shall be free!
We pledge, ere one foul stain shall fall upon her,
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1879-07-10

Ger the mighty ocean swelling
Come the first of England's race,
Seeking on our shores dwelling,
Finding here their resting place.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1879-07-10

Glorious the sun of Peace once more arose:
The Union stood, triumphant DER her foes,
And from that flag, with all its starry host,
Our triumph was-not one fair State was lost!
But as the years pass on with measured tread,
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
The Trouble In Afgh.nistan.

The report Of the murder or suicide of the
Ameer Of Afghanistan may not be true, but
if it is true the fact will end all speculation
in England or elsewhere that is based upon
doubt whether the revolt at Cabul was a
mere ebullition Of local rage. II the Ameer
has been killed it is because a man who had
shown his readiness to treat with the foreign
enemy and to hold the throne subject to the
will of that enemy is not fit for crisis in
which independence is on the issue, and
must be removed as an obstruction,
while if he has committed suicide il
is because he perceives that his chances are
made desperate by the great blunder OF
dealing with the enemy instead of heading
the national resistance. Every fact which
shows that there is q national revolt behind
the killing of the Ameer shows further how
desperate is the hope for the accom-
plishment OF England's objects. She has
to fight nation which, when resolved, is
abundantly able to deal with larger force
than she recently sent against it, and she
has to gather from the ends of the earth
from England, the Cape and parts OF In dia---
the force with which to operate. More than
all, she cannot put q man across the from
tier till she has made terms with Russia on
the subject.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
Pedestrlan Pnrtnership.

Several years ago Sir John Ashley insti-
tuted prize. which has come to be called
the Ashley championship belt, for the
man who could cover the greatest number
Of miles in q six-day "go-as-you-please
contest, provided he accomplished not less
than four hundred and fifty miles. 7 he
belt, with the championship which it i'm.
piled, is the principal prize, but there
are also the stakes, consisting of the fve
hundred dollars paid as entrance fee by
each man, and the gate money, which to-
gether added to the gains Of the winner
and the other men who cover the minimum
distance. The belt is the sole property OF
the latest winner until some new man dis
tances him, but in the moneys stakes and
gate receipts alike-every man who enters
and pays his fee Of five hundred dollars has
ON inalienable interest until, at the end of
the race, he proves to have covered less
than four hundred and fifty miles. Aside
from the contest for the belt all the pedes-
trians who enter are legally and IN equity
partners in business enterprise. No ono
man, not even the holder of the belt, having
invested any more money than another.
each man who has entered has rights equal
to those OF any other contestant, no matter
what his record on the track may have been.
This general right of all of the men to par
ticipation in the management of the business
portion of the enterprise is shown by
precedent as well as common sense.
O'Leary, Ennis, Rowell and Hartman de-
cided last spring upon the management of
the great walk ut Gilmore's Garden and the
division of the money. each man having a
voice equal TO that Of any other. A similar
course was pursued In London when Ennis,
Rowell, Corkey, Hazael aud others walked
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
The syracuse Platform.

Whatever may be thought OF the strength
or popularity of the democratic State ticket,
the platform deserves more praise than can
often be accorded to this kind of party
manifestoes. 1t is tolerably free from bonn
bast and has less of blatant demagogism
than usually deforms such productions.
We may safely commend it both for the
topics which it admits and for the omission
of certain topics on which silence is
discreet.
1t contains, for example, no reverberating
shrek or howl on the great topic OF Mr..
Tilden's grievance. Even in Mr.. Tilden's
interest it was expedient to stife the fren-
zied cry Of fraud since it would have had
so obvious a tendency to recall the history
of the cipher dispatches. The democratic
party has more to lose than to gain by re-
viving the topic which Mr.. Tilden sought
at one time to make the overshadowing
issue in national politics.
The democratic platform is also wise in
the space aud prominence it gives to State
questions, which were passed over in 80
perfunctory a manner by the rival conven-
sembled democrats have to say on State
issues is sound in itself and is squarely and
plainly said. There is perhaps touch Of.
demagogism in an appeal on the subject of
State Prison labor but otherwise the topics
are well selected, and the views expressed
are such as will commend themselves
to the sober Judgment of the people. On
the subjects of assessments and taxation,
of unjust discrimination by the railroads,
of low canal tolls, of ''the maintenance of
the public schools, the pride and hope Of q
free State" and of municipal self-govern-
ment in local affairs, the democratic plat
form expresses views which will command
the approval of majority of the. citizens
of the State, aud which are in satisfactory
contrast to the shirking omissions and
hating declarations OF the Saratoga Con-
vention.
The points of national politics which are
presented with most emphasis in the Syra-
cuse platform are the demand for federal
non-interference in elections and the dep
recation of attempts to revive sectional
hatreds and to agitate the questions which
were settled by the civil war; Apreference
is expressed for gold and silver basis of
the currency, but the criticism on the re-
sumption methods of Secretary Sherman
is captious and cavilling. If the syndi-
Gates have made profit the expense to the
Treasury is q bagatelle in comparison with
the large saving consequent on the reduc-
tion of interest on the public debt. Be-
sides, that expense was incurred but once,
whereas the reduction of interest is perma-
nent.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
The Jeannette.

We print to-day report brought by the
captain of the schooner Oonalaska as to the
whereabouts Of the Jeanette, which con-
fiicts materially with that Of the General
Harney's captain, printed on Wednesday
last. The latter captain left the whaling
grounds, which are in about 70 degrees
north latitude and between the 175th and
16Oth meridians, on August 1, and 1t would
therefore take him until about the
4th to reach the centre of Kotze-
bue Sound. On the other hand,
the Jeanette. leaving Oonalaska on
the 9Th, could not under any circumstances
arrive at that Sound before the 10th or 18th,
the run being about eight hundred and
fifty miles, through waters where careful
navigation Is necessary. Had the General
Harney sailed right along she would have
reached Norton Sound about the 9Th, the
time the Jeannette should have arrived
there. Therefore it is probable that the
Jeannctte was sighted in Norton Sound by
the captain Of the General Harney, instead
of in Kotzebue Sound. This is in measure
confirmed by the fact that Miehealovski
(St. Michaels), where the Jeannette was to
take extra provisions and coal on board, is
situated OH the southeastern coast OF Norton
Sound. The meeting of the exploring party
in such latitude on August 8 would indi-
cate that they are very likely to reach their
winter quarters safely before tho ice begins
tn close.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
rhe Irish Cricketing Eleven.

The party of fourteen Irish gentlemen of
the Phoenix Club of Dublin who, with the
chivalrous disposition of their race, have
come hither to test the prowess Of Ameri-
cans ON the field of bat and wicket, may be
certain of q warm reception wherever their
eleven goes to the bat. The noble game of
cricket, calling for qualities of eye, hand
and body which mark the true athlete,
has, we are glad to say. at last found
Two years ago such an eleven as comes to
us from Green Erin would scarcely have
found foe worthy Of their willows. 1t is
now within the possibilities that they may
find some of the matches they will play
among us rs closely contested as they
doubtless DESIRE In New York the game
has not found oil the development we could
wish, although great improvement is visi-
BILE, and there are q number of capital bats
men. In Philadelphia, however, where
there are no fewer than thirty clubs,
the game fourishes. In Canada the
English parentage Of the game has
secured it a numerous following, and ac-
cordingly we may expect some sharp con-
tests across the border. One significant
fact is that out of the thirteen games already
set down for the Irish eleven but one will call
for more than eleven American crickoters---
namely, at Syracuse, where they will be
allowed eighteen. When the splendid rec
ord of the Phnnix eleven is remembered
this fact speaks for itself It is hoped that
match will be made for game on Ameri-
can soil between this party Of Irish gentle
men and the Daft professional eleven
from England now playing in Canada.
That would furnish splendid exhibition
of cricket. and 1t will be fortunate for New
York IL 1t can take place on the grounds
The New York herald., 1879-09-12

were artists but not all artists. even, are
perpetually under inspiration, while the
minor manipulators of dress goods always
kept their patrons in feverish anxiety from
the time dress was cut until it was
completed; and this feeling too fire.
quently developed into rage that lasted
as long as the garment did. As for styles,
the woman who was unwilling to dress by
faith had no alternative but to sit behind
partly closed blinds on the first Sunday of
the season and scan more ambitious and
venturesome women on theirway to church.
Even then one might make serious mis-
takes; stout Mrs. A. would look like q
fright ina robe that transformed plain,
slender Mrs. B. into one of the Graces:
while short Mrs. G. would copy tall Mrs.
D. only to be eyed In the street by the
members of her own sex in a manner that
Enthusiastically conveyed that most heart.
sickening of all words. f'sdowdy.'a eaga6r
Now, however, all this is changed.
Women tell of wonderful places where
figures of all styles and proportions are
tastefully robed in tinted paper cut after
the newest styles and upon which the effect
of any particular trimming, color or com.
bination Of tints or styles may be deter.
mined in advance. This done, q pattern is
purchased, and the calm serenity with
which the next Sunday but one-or the next
party nights anticipated can be surpassed
only by that of the sinner who has made his
peace with Heaven. Fears and frettings
about how the dress will look, which once
could infiict upon happy homes the agonies
OF washing day ten times prolonged,
are now things of the past. The
breakfasts come up unburned, the wifely
morning headache comes not, children are
not pronounced fuller than usual Of old
Adam, and erratic, mosquito-like assaults
upon husbands are replaced by an affec
tionate though determined attaque de forc
upon the family pocketbook. Perhaps the
servants, the children, and even the hus.
band of the period are not as prompt as
they should be to notice the change and be
properly thankful for it, but if an old-fash-
ioned dressmaking day or fortnight could
be reproduced for them in all its dire dis
orderly Generalization, pattern day would
suddenly appear upon the family calendar
as sort Of domestic decoration day." on
which mournful memories of the past are
sweetly assuaged by the consciousness OF
the precious heritage that has come down
to us from them.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12

several months ago. The men decided
their own business. both as to manager,
place and division of receipts, by majority
vote. No other course would be equitable,
because the expenses, including those OF a
manager. are paid from either the entrance
fees or the gate money-what might be
called the earnings of the men.
All this being true-and not point is
claimed but what has been tacitly admitted
by the community-there Is something
radically wrong about the so-called manage
ment OF the promised walk for September
22- ~. Weston, holder of the belt, being
challenged by Rowell, named New York as
the place of contest. as. being the challenged
party, he was entitled to do; then he and
Rowell deposited their stake money. and
the match, so far as they were concerned.
was completed. When, however, these
two men or their agents assume entire
management OF the affair, specify the
place for the walk, appoint manager
and agree upon his compensation. they
entirely exceed their rights in the prem
ises. AS both men knew would happen,
there have been numerous other entries.
Hazael, Ennis, jackson, Norman Taylor,
Hart, Panchot and several others have de-
posted five hundred dollars each, and con-
sequently have just as much voice in the
management as either Rowell or Weston I;
but in spite of all this the champion and
ex-champion, or their representatives, are
arrogating to themselves the rights of all
the contestants. more outrageously high
handed proceeding has seldom been known
in sporting circles. II has disguised the
respectable portion of the public. and even
the corner rowdies mutter something about
"a skin game" Messrs. Rowell and
Weston can end this trouble at once
by recognizing the facts as they exist,
pushing their representatives aside, meet
ing their prospective competitors on an
equal footing and settling an important
business question in business-like way.
The public is utterly sick of insinuations
of underhand work on the race course, the
water, and the sawdust track. and if sport
ing men do not take the hint and transact
their business in an aboveboard manner
and through men who can distinguish be-
tween business and trickery the whole line
of athletic sports will sink to the level Of
the thimble-rigger, and the goose that has
laid golden eggs will be effeotually killed.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
Secretary nvarts at Toronto.

Mr.. Evarts made cheerful but non-com-
initial address to party of Americans yes
terday at Toronto, touching the desirable
ness of more intimate and less restricted
commercial intercourse between the
United States and Canada. A Canadian
speaker earlier in the day expressed
similar sentiments, and as the people
Of both countries are strongly interested
in securing the privilege of buying and
selling to each other with as little interfer-
ence by their governments as possible, it is
pleasant to know that persons in authority
on both sides see the Importance of this.
Mr.. Evarts also touched lightly on the
fishery question, and dwelt somewhat upon
the nearness of the two countries and their
general community Of interests.
That is all very true, and all that was said
at Toronto yesterday goes to prove the ex-
pediency Of direct negotiations on such
subjects between the Canadian government
and our own. Great Britain necessarily
feels but q perfunctory interest in
questions which are of vital moment
to the people of the Dominion.
Her statesmen cannot be expected to
have such an intimate understanding
of provincial interests as would enable
them to take care Of these in diplomatic
negotiations. Their business is to look
after home interests. to get what they can
for Great Britain; and the necessity of their
situation forces them into the position
of intermediates or brokers, who aim to
get as large a commission as they can, and
from both the principals if possible.
No treaty between the United States and
Great Britain concerning Canadian inter
ests has ever concluded anything, and for
this very reason. We were glad to see on
acknowledgment in the London Times the
other day that the best way to settle such
matters as the fishery question il
by direct negotiation between Canads
and the United States, and what il
true of that question is equally
true of the other, of commercial relations.
True and broad statesmanship on both
sides of the border will come to this view
and will see that the intimate relations
which would arise out of common Gus
toms union and out of constant and direct
intercourse between the two governments
as well as between their people will greatly
benefit and enrich both sides and will put
stop to all disagreements and misunder
| standings.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
ENTERED HER NOvITIATE.
[BY TELEGRAPH TO THE HERALD. |

BALTIMORE. Sept. IL. 1879.
Miss Mary Agnes Kelly. young daughter Of the
late Hugh Kelly of New York. was received to-day
into the novitate of the Order Of Carmelite Nuns.
taking the name "St. Agnes Of the Immaculate Con-
ception." The ceremony took place In the chapel
attached to the Carmelite Nunnery. Caroline aud
Biddle Streets The "bride beautifully dressed ~
. white silk with satin trimmings. skirt eH tram
with lace ruies ut tho neck and sleeves. and white
gloves. She wore long tulle veil crowned with
garland OF orange blossoms. Tho only ornament
bunch of orange blossoms ut tho throat. In
her hands she carried lighted taper Her attendant
or bridesmaid. Miss Agnes Lsndis was stsired In
white lawn. trimmed with lace and flowers. lace
veil and wreath covered her head. The ceremony
commenced ut eight A. NJ with mass by Rev: I'd
mond Dider of st. vinconts Church. during wh on
the novice received tho holy sacrament After mass
Rev. Edward McColligan. Vicar General OF the dio-
cosc, delivered addrcss. pcturing the blessings
to be obtained from contemplative life ana tho
reward TO those who persevero fathfulIy TO
the cnd He addressed the novice as hover
planted in the garden Of heaven. nour. s
Kelly bid farewell to her companion and proceeded
to a retiring room, where she was Invested Of her
worldly attire and dressed In the habilments OF
the Orders brown serge dress and close htting
white cap Thus attired she returned to the chapel
cioister where Rev. John Hespelcin. OF So. James
Church. asked her the usual questions to her In
tentons The novice then kissed each OF her sister
nuns, concl luding the ceremony.
The New York herald., 1879-09-12

leaders of all factions are united Election
day will show whether the voters are of the
same mind, or whether they are wearied
of hearing, in canvass after canvass, that it
is once more necessary to save sheir beloved
country. r..-
If the democrats are again beaten they
will owe defeat not to the detection of Tam
many, which will not produce a serious
loss, but to the fact that the democratic
party at large has SO overburdened
itself with. false issues as to have
irredeemably forfeited the confidence of
the country, and to cause the voters to
overlook the real good it has done and to
remember only its follies and blunders,
chief among which is its foolish encourage
ment of the ''solid South"
The New York herald., 1879-09-12
Pattern Dav.

Centuries have elapsed since the list OF
famous days has been enriched by an addi-
tion as dear to the hearts of women as that
on which the patterns for the seasons
dresses are first displayed. What the art
of dressing was before the paper show-suit
and pattern were invented urmothers may
tell us they may even say that women
never dressed SO we'll as then, but their
daughters will declare, as with single
breath, that 1t was just too dreadful for
anything. Then, as now, some modistss
The New York herald., 1879-09-12

The WEATHER.-The disturbance that ia
moving In the Northwest made very little east
ward progress yesterday. Its energy, however,
has increased considerably, owing to the forma-
tion of steep gradients ON it's eastern margin.
The barometer is highest over the Middle At
lantic and New England States, but it is still
above the mean over all the territory east of the
Mississippi River. Rain has fallen in the
upper lake regions and throughout the North
west. Elsewhere the weather has been fair
The temperature has risen in the central
valley districts and Gulf States remained nearly
stationary over the lower lakes, the Middle
Atlantic and New England States, and fallen in
the Northwest and West. The winds are brisk
west of the Mississippi Valley, fresh over the
lakes and generally light in the other sections
Of the country. The disturbance is likely to
force its way through the high area
and pass over the lake regions, in which
we will not feel its influence very
much until Sunday. The weather over the
British Islands is stormy A centre of disturb
ance has reached the western coasts and pre-
ceded and attended by gales and rains, pre-
dcted by the HERALD Weather Bureau. The
weather in New York and its vicinity to-day
will be warmer and clear. Tomorrow it will be
warm and fnir in the morning followed by in
crcasing cloudiness.