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The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-06-05

lions. Whatever may have been the previ-
GUS habit or conduct of elections in those cit
les, or howsoever they may conduct them
selves in the future, this election Of 1876
will stand as monument OF what good
faith, honest endeavor, legal forms, and just
authority may do for the protection of the
elective franchise
This bill recognizes the authority and du-
~ of the United States to appoint supervis-
Ors to guard and scrutinize the Compression
al elections, but it denies to the Government
of the United States all power to make its
supervise effectual. The great body Of the
people of all parties want free and fair cleo
tons. They do not think that free election
means freedom from the wholesome re-
straints Of law, or that the place OF an cleo
ton should be the sanctuary for lawlessness
and crime. On the day of an election peace
and good order are more necessary than on
any other day Of the year. On that day the
humblest and feeblest citizens, the aged and
lnfirm, should be, and should have reason to
feel that they are, safe in the exercise of
their most responsible duty, and their most
sacred right as members OF society. their du-
ty and their right to vote. The constitution
al authority to regulate the Congressional
election which belong to the Government of
Luc OulLCu OG6tcS, dtlu WulCu IL 10 utCCSShIy
to exert to secure the right to vote to every
citizen possessing the requisite qualifications,
ought to be enforced by appropriate legisla.
ton. So far from public opinion in any part
OF the country favoring any relaxation of the
authority of the Government in the protec
ton of elections from violence and corrup-
ton, believe it demands greater vlgor, both
in the enactment and 10 the execution of
laws framed for that purpose. Any oppres
sion, ar partisan Partially, which expert
ence may have shown in the working of ex
isting laws, may well engage the careful at
tentiOn both of Congress and OF the Execu-
tive. in their respective spheres of duty, for
the correction of these mischiefs. As no
Congrt ssional elections occur until after the
regular session of Congress will have been
held, there seems to be no public eXigency
that would preclude a reasonable consdera-
tion at that session OF any administrative de-
tails that might improve the present meth
hods designed for the protection of all citi-
zens in the complete and equal exercise Of
the right and power of the suffrage at such
elections. But with my views, both Of the
constitutionality and of the value of the ex-
listing laws, cannot approve any measure
for their repeal except in connection with
the enactmentof other legislation which may
reasonably be expected to afford wiser and
more efficient safeguards for free and honest
Congressional elections.
RUTHERFORD B. HAYES
Executive Mansion, Map 20, 1879.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-06-05
The recent election in Nelson was rath-

The recent election in Nelson was rath-
er mixed affair, as We learn from gen.
tleman who has recently visited that coun-
ty, and furnishes ample evidence Of the
original depravity OF man, especially Of the
| Democratic species. In the first place a
ticket, headed Republican ticket" appear
ed with the name Of pronounced Demo-
crat for County Treasurer, with full list
OF Democrats for all other county and dis
trict Offices. This ticket represented, as we
learn, the Court House Ring, and by reason
of the trick, by which it was made to APP
pear as the Republican ticket. was elected
over the opposing Democratic ticket. Those
on the defeated Democratic ticket are very
liberal in denouncing this device fraud
and free in the expression that no "Return-
ing Board'' Irregularities ever surpassed the
clark ways'' Of the simon pure Democrats
OF Nelson county. I'll said, too, that tax
tickets were filled up in pencil with the
name OF voter, and after the ballot was
cast the pencil entry would be erased by
rubber, and another voters name written in
the same way, and his ballot cast. How
often this rascality was repeated, is not
known, but frequently enough to accom-
piish he end desired. This was not only
defrauding the State, but it was cor.
rupting the ballot, and SHOULD be punished
by the severest penalty Of the law. How
tax ticket could be filled up in pencil by
the officer whose duty it was to Issue 1t,
without suspicious purpose, we cannot I'M
derstand. 1t looks badly all around-first
the s'Republican ticket.'' with no Republi-
can on it, but voted in the interest of unmit-
igated Democrats, and then the pencil fill
ing, shows that it is not necessary to have
regular Republican ticket in the field to pro-
woke the most corrapt practices. 1t is an
unfavorable commentary upon the political
managers OF Nelson county and demon
strates that when they have not Republi-
cans to cheat, they will cheat among them
selves.
We know nothing of the facts Of the case,
personally, and only give them as they
were communicated to US by a gentleman
of unimpeachable integrity.
The Valley Virginian. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1865-1895, 1879-06-05

Baron de Rothschild. chief partner in the
banking fitm Of Rothschild 6 Co., is dead.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
/sn CID Pioneer Gone.

Capt. Nelson Miner, one OF the
pioneer settlers Of southern Dakota,
died at his residence in Nernillion
last Thursday of inflammation of the
stomach. Mr.. Miner was tifty-six
years of age, and came to Dakota
about eighteen years ago, The Yer
million Standard pays the following
Just tribute to his memory:
Mr. Miner was born in Huron
county, Ohio, and after his marriage
emigratel Adel. Iowa, where he re-
manned four years, from whence he
migrated here. He has been here
| over twenty years and his name ILLS
q most important place in the hlsto-
nv Of Dakota. He was a lawyer by
profession, though many years OF
his life were devoted to the public
in the capacity Of Captain of the Da-
kota troops on the frontier, and serv-
cd for several terms in the Dakota
LEGISLATURE in both branches. lie
was. at his death, a member OF the
Council of Dakota. As a lawyer he
was keen and sagacious and was tol
many years the leading attorney o
this city. As asoldier he was brave
and with a noble disposition. As
councillor in the Dakota legislator,
in the days Of his trials, he was con
sidered able and efficient. Space
viii not permit reviewing his publ,
services in1this issue, therefore w
will pass this and speak of him a
we of the Standard, and others kney
him as an individual. B~enovlenc
and kindness were the predomina
, TING traits of his character. w
knew him well, and have felt O
many occasions grateful for favor
bestowed By him. No n kne'
l him but to respect him.sand probal
> " nc otherman in the territory ha
more friends than he. Often hay
we known him to bestow kind
fayors on the needy stranger, an
never did a hungry beggar leave IL
n doors Of his hotel with his wan
. uusupplied. Heleayes a loving an
= noble wife with three boys and fly
Il girls, some of whom are grown an
a married and ene but q few months 0
} to mourn his departure. lie was
il loving husband kind father, and
good citizen, and ~ such he will
missed by all. We Of the sterado
offer to his memory the homage
undying gratitude. And to the !
reaved family we offer in behalf O
sorrow stricken community, =
heartfelt sympathy OF each Al
every one. he passes away
peace, and with al honored o. !
10 agone down the shores OF tnat =
from whence no sails leturn.
~
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
ELECTION RETURNS.

We give below the election returns
of this county as far as heard from
up to going to press. A very light
vote was polled throughout the
county, this being an of year in
politics. But little interest was
manifested by republicans and SEEM
ingly what energy was put forth on
the part Of republicans was directed
towards securing The election of
some democrat. The result of the
contest for Commissioner in the sec
ond district, comprising Elk Point
and Brule Twps,, was the election
of e. b. Wilson over Ole Gunderson
by u votes, as follows:
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

JUDGE II. II. BLAIR, has been
sorcly afflicted with infianation in
the eyes for the past two or three
months. We hope tina. he may
soo secure permanent relief from
his affection.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
gFirst Publication oct %, 1879

october 18th 1879.
Complaint having been entered at this ONCE
by John " Harding aga INST sylvester NJ. Her
ring for abandoning his preemption entry on No
1920 dated June sd 1876 upo The sc i ne1s OF sac
- township ~ range 40 in Union county terrific
ry OF Dakota soith a view TO the cancellation OF
said entry. the said contestant srishing TO make
proof and payment on said day OF hearing for
said described land. the said parties are hereby
summoned to appear at this office on the ia day
OF November lS79at1 clock p III to respond and
furnish testimony concerning said alledged
abandonment.
FCAMPBELL, Register.
NJ WAsuBCES, Reiver.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS.
OFFIcE OF Co TREAsuRER. l
UNION Co DAKOTA,
Elk Point, Oak Oct / I,

Elk Point, Oak Oct / 1879.
Notice is hereby given that the
Tax List Of Union county, p. 4,
for the year 1879 has been placed
in my hands for collection. Said
taxes are now due and payable ct
this Office. GEO. SfICKNEY,
10 Treasurer.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
Donation.

THE ladies of the N. E. church
will give a donation party, for the
benefit of their pastor Rev. VIM.
McCready, on Friday evening OF
next week, Nov. IA, 1879. All are
invited to attend and bring some
thing for the minister, as he Is
worthy, intelligent, and ad able ex-
FOUNDER Of the christian religion.
A programme, giving a full list OF
committees &C. will be published IN
our next issue. Tn place Of hold
ING the donation will be promulga'
ted as soon as decided upon.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
Fiast Publicaton October ~.
Land O6fiee nj Sioux kfalls. ID r.

October 9th. 1879.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of her intention to
make f~nelproof In support of her claim and se-
cure final enIry thereof at The expiration of thir-
~ days from the date Of this notice, viz:
Thomas IA NanSickle under his presumption
fling No fl82i for lot ! and NV NV . sect IL
town IS range 4s and names the following ~ his
wi nesses, viz: selah Nansickle OF Union CO
u +, and Andrew Wentz Of Sioux Co Iowa.
CAMPBELL.
Register
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
First pub Oct s 1871
Land Office al Sioux Falls ID

SNDt WIN TNIT,
Notice Is h reby given that the following nam
ed settler has flied notice ofhis intention 10 make
fnal proof IN support Of his claim, and secure
final euua thereof at the expir ton OF thirty
dave if9pl he di tc Of this noffce. xiz: Benz smin
stone unuet his homestead entry No roe for the
ne sec "a twp 93 range so and NAMES he fol.
lowing a. bis Witnesses, viz: David Stone and
John Lawrence OF Elk Point ID +.
BF Eamube!l, Register.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
Manhood. How Lost, How Restored.

IA just publeshed, a new edition OF Dr.
Culyerwclis Celebrated essay on the rad
ical cure i%wiihout medlcine) OF Sperna-
.AA- torrhoea or Seminal Weakness. lnyolun-
iary seminal Losses. impotency, also consufnp.
ton. Epilepsy and fits, induced by self.indulg-
ence orsexuai extravaganza, &c.
re Price in u Seated Epretop. sfS csnts.
Tn celebrated author In this admirable essay,
clearly demonstrates, from a thirty years suc-
cessful practice, that the alarming consequences
Of self abuse may be radically cured without
the dangerous use of internal medicine or the
application Of the nife; pointing to a mode OF
cure AT once sin pie. certain and efectual, by
means Of which every sufferer. no mattea what
his condition may be, may cure himself cheaply
privately and radically.
THIS lecture should be in the hands OF every
youth an ! man In the land.
Sent under Seal, in a plain envelop, to an
address, on receipt Of elk cents, or two postage
stamps.
Address
The CuIv"rWe1l Medical co.
Al Ann - New York 7. o. Box. 45S6
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
First pub Oct = 1871
land Nf1ice at Sioux Falls OF

OCTOBER 1917
Notice lie hereby given that The following
named settler has fled notice OF his intention Ia
make fnal proof IN support of his claim, ana
secure final entry thereof ut the expiration OF
thirty days fr ON the date OF this notice. VIZ:
Emer icrkeldsou, u"der his homestead entry
No 53a3 Tor the he = sec - twp 70 range ~. ana
names he following a. his Witnesses. viz: Hans
" Hanson and Knute Hanson OF sioux Valley
township Union co DIT. b Campbell,
Register
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Hon. ALEX. HUGHES Is repairing
and fixing up his law office. When
it is completed it will be the"toniest'
office in town.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

IT will do your eyes good to look
into Budde's show cases.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

A CHILD ofM. BARRIERS, Of McCook,
died on the night Of the 5rd., and
was buried Yesterday.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

J. H. SMITH, a Union county boy,
and a right good follow, was cunning
for constable at Marion. Wen bet
on his election.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

WELL, boys, the election is over
and how do you like the RESULT
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Rev NJ. MILLER is occupying his
ooms over the old Union 70. Bank
where he will remain during the
winter,
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

HAND-shaking is done for a few
months. Free cigars also vanish.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Mrs. A.. B. BuRDIcK is having the
new addition of her residence
finished.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

+. C. DEWITT will please accept
our thanks for a very p~alataple
SQUASH.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Z. D. COOK has located at Parker.
He is a driving young man n Will
make it win anywhere.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

c. w. BEGGs is opening up n OF
the finest stocks of millinery goods
to be found in the west. Do not
fail to 10 look them over before you
buy.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Rev. Mr.. HINES will preach Sun
day a. m. on the coming Of Christ to
judgement. At night, give defense
of the Book Of Common Prayers.
Sunday school at 3 p. m.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

ONE of our good looking young
men has rented a residence. VI
course he must intend to batch 1t.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

The Sunday school teachers meet
inc will be held at the Episcopal
church, Friday evening, at 80 p
N. The school house bell will ring
the hour.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

The choicest and best line of statione-
~ aud toilet goods in town Mt
II B SMITH & Cos.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

D. w. Davis has charge OF Stough's
lumber yard during J. NJ. Talcotts
absence east.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

BuDpE is tearing out the petition
in his store room to make room tor
his large stock ofgoods and rush OF
customers. He intends to put In a
10 cent and a Is cent, counter in adj
dition to his 5 cent counter. The
dutchman is energetic and enterpris-
inc and is bound to sell goods.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

BEGes took down a couple of car
loads of hogs to Booge's packing
house Sioux City, on last Monday.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

CouRr convenes on the 10th. and
the docket is quite large. The term
promises to be quite long and
interesting.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
Notice Of Final Proof.
First publication October %.
Land Office At sioux Falls, ID. II.

Land Of1Ce n SIOUX FalIke ". III
Octooer 18th, 1879.
Notice 10 hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his intention
to make f,al proof in support of his claim, and
secure final entry thereof at the expiration OF
thirty days from the da e OF this notice. viz:
JohnD Wood jr. under his presumption fling
No HISS for tae " y ne 4 and re = ne y sec 9
twp 80 aauge ~ and names the following as his
Witnesses, viz: CD Wood aud l. Rowe Of I'm
ion co u L. BIZ CANPBELL,
Register.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Prescriptions carefully compounded at
IL B SMITH 4 Cos.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Dry goods AID notioas. 9 choice sssortr
mept. They all buy them; when N
need % account Of our low prices. Come
and Sc them. q. Il. FREEAAK q Cc.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Core wants Butter, Eggs, & pota-
toes in exchange for goods.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Few goods received at Buddes every
few days. A large stock now on the
way.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

TIE editor of the Sioux Falls IN
dependent does not deny kissing the
hired girl. The girl came in from
the country on a load of hay, and
"Long Bill" walked up and embraced
her before she'got below out ofreach.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Smoke the Female Woman" cigars at
IL B Smith & Cos.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

LAST spring we were called upon
to record numerous cases OF losses
bv prairie fires throughout the coun-
.ty. and we trust we may have no
news Of the kind to write next year.
By a little labor and time you can
nrotect you homes and run no
chances Of being burnt out OF all
o possess. A few burrows and a
cleonlv burned fre-break will pro.
tect YOU. Do not put it of unit
fires start up in your neighborhooas
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

MAYOR ELI WILSON run like a
wild texan steer for County Com.
in the ID Com. Dist. In Elk Point
township he received 81 majority
while the republican ticket run
about IS ahead of the democratic
ticket, and in Brule township he
run way ahead of his ticket.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

W. d. PERCIyAL is now prepared
to loan money on improved farms
at s per cent. interest and low conf
mission. Those wishing to secure
loans will do web to call on MIR. p.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Gall and see those library lamps at
II b SMITH Il Cos.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Budde reports business lively,
and is on the keen jump all the time
putting up goods.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05
Directory

snd -. =. hptch prayer meeting Thursday
evenings al Z n. Sunday School a. ~ M..E
". Miller. Snpt The public are cordially tnvtt-
rec Rev. Gro. W. FREENAS, Pastor.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Corn and potatoes taken at TINS
Office on subscription.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

Buddes fve-cent counter will be
supplied with new goods every
week.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

THE freight and passenger bust
ness on the Sioux City and Dakota
railroad is truly immense just now.
The freight train will compare ia
yorably with those on much Older
roads, while the passenger tram
must certainly be encouraging to the
officers of the road.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

We noticed Cyril Montague on
the streets Monday.
THE Rev. d. T. Hutchinson is off
to Nebraska on q visit of a few days.
Mrs. CHAs. OvERToN is in the
city studying music.
FRANK WADE of Sphinx township,
was a caller at this Office Saturday.
Mrs. McMrLLIN has taken up her
residence at Ashley d Raish's mill
for the winter.
CHAs LABRECHE, commissioner
elect from the first district, called at
this Office last Saturday.
G.. W. ARGo, an attorney of Le-
Mars, Iowa, was in the city Friday
on legal business.
FATHER BOUCHER, late Of Jetfer-
son, left last week for Massachusetts,,
where we understand he COOS to
take charge of a church.
Mr.. & Mrs. Jas. Ashley left last
Monday for a visit among friends in
Michigan, and expect to be absent
several months.
J. Nj. TALcoTT, accompanied by
his little daughter, left Monday
morning on a visit to his old home
at Salisbury Center, New York, and
! will be absent about o month.
l.. P. McCLARREN of the COURIER,
went to Yankton Tuesday afternoon
to SIT as Grand Juror in the U. s.
| Court now in session in that city.
HANcE MURPHY returned from
Chicago, Monday, where he had been
with a couple of car loads of stock.
He says the market there is over
SloCktu VIII iioSc.
J. B. McGREw, OF Wyoming, Iowa
stopped off over Sunday on his re
turn from a trip in northern Ne
braska, to visit with his friend +. {
Dewitt. Mr.. McGrew is looking VI
a location to 60 into the drug bust
ness, but did not find a place tina
suited him during his trip VI
country.
c. w. BEGGs is now opening one
of the largest stocks of boots ano
shoes, also ready made clothing evel
offered in this city.
For 9 quarters worth of goods 70
five cents go and choose from Budde'
) cent counter-a new thing.
Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1879-11-05

ADTxfhIu N1lJ-t
Va
Margaret Thompson
The Territory of Oak ota sends greeting:
To Margaret Thompson defendant You arc
hereby summoned aud required 10 answer he
complaint of tie above named plaln'lf which is
filed In the Office Of the clerk Of the District
cuur, in and for the county of Union at Elk
Point ID 4 and TO serve a copy of )ur answer
upou the subscribers AZ thei- office in the city of
Elk Point % T within thirty days after the ser.
vice Of this umnons upon you, exclusive OF the
day Of such service. and il you fatl TO answer
said complaint within that time the plaintiff viii
apply to the C urt for the relief demanded IN the
Complaint.
Datei at Elk Point, y 7 Oct 10th A d 1879.
CHASE 4 WALwoRTH,
Plaidtih's attorneys