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Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Il pleasantly passing few days OF
golden period. the honeymoon. at
Mr.. and Mrs. j. +. Dickey proceed
Saturday to their home at Deer
4 The Miner extends its most sin
congratulations and hopes that in the
p of life the bark to which the
couple now entrust their earthly
hess may never encounter more
fous rock than that of the cradle
s1fi.er
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
BIDS Opened 1t Rismarek.

The following are the lowest bids oper.
ed at Bismarck for supplies advertised for
Montana posts:
Fort Custer-Dennis McNamaray, hay,
$9.S5; Hans Christensen, wood, $4.95.i
Fort Keogh-W. G. Smith, hay, $ll.95
per ton; Henry Bergard, wood, $3.50; char
coal, "a cents per bushel.
Bismarck-W. B. Shaw, oats. 81 .4S 81
per hundred pounds; J. w. Raymond and
John Whalen, 81. 90 per hundred pounds.
Fort AZ |inaboine-W. q. Smith, hay,
$S.7s; charcoal, % cents per bushel; L. 3.
Fenton. wood. sass.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Most of the witnesses in the williams
trial. returned from Virginia City last week.
The case was continued on the statement
of Williams physician DIR. Yager, to the
effect that he (Williams) was so FRUSTRATED
by an attack ofinhammatory rheumatism as
to be unable to appear in Court. The post
ponement Of the trial Is to be regretted as
it will entail an additional expense on the
county of between 81 900 and $9,0O.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
ARNERS AND MARKET GAR.
DENERS.

pleasure in announcing the arrival of q
vi well selected stock Of Garden Seeds,
well-known seed house of David Land
on, Philadelphia. My long experience
ed business has enabled me to make Sc
winch have proved to be the best adapt
climate, discarding fancy varieties,
from time TO time palmed OF on the
ihsse seeds have given general satisfac-
guarantee to sell to farmers and market
AS cheap As they can buy in the East,
'"Ae no risk Of loss through transmits
,e mans To prove This, you can bring
~ioSue win You, and I win sell by IL,
prices - large qusay ties.
wv. LAN4RODR.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

A man engaged two men to dig ditch
100 rods long for 500. He contracted
with A. to dig so rods at Sl.l5 per rod, and
with b. to dig 80 rods at IS cents per rod.
A. and B. agree between themselves to so
divide the work that each may earn $50,
and at the original price per rod.
How many rods does each dig?
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
>-~s>-

a. ". Wilson, our travelling agent.
u in town last wec.,. After resting
a few weeks, and fully recovering
y sick attack by which he WAS recent
etrated. he will again take the field
, purpose of bringing stray sheep in
COURIER told. More of his interest
fters on the Yellowstone may be cx-
soon.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

If the County Commissioners were pro-
vided with good mackinaw-b oat. plum
met and a pile-driver, the present would be
a most favorable time to locate the court
house and Jail. provided they desire to Sc
lect the site almost anywhere north of the
business portion of the town. 1t might be
somewhat expensive to get a secure foun-
dation. but then the mud and water privil-
eyes are not to be .sneezed at. sa
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
A Sample CONTRIBUTION.

Fort Ellis 81 Narsch 70.
GENTLEMAN:-Would you blaes and put
that in your COURIER:
tr'lnken 1st Sergeant run after Damn
Dutschman the oder Dai with pistol and
4 club to kiel him pat that Dutschlnan is at
live yeth
Respectable
a CO1I;ar
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

|eal notice, Il cents per line first insertion
b cts per line for each subsequent insertion
Rular advertisements payable monthly or
Ierly as due.
work PAYABLE Oh delivery.
Sriage and death notice, inserted free Of
b; 0biiua \ notices cent-per line.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
PROPOSALS FOR STOCK CATTLE.

!
SHoSHoNE AND BANNAcK AGENCY
WYOMING TERRITORY, Feb. 25 1879.
GEALED PROPOSALS, in duplicate with
- lawful guarantee that bond will lie given on
award of contract, will I've received at The Sho-
shone and Bannack Agency, Wyoming Terri
tory, until II O'Clock noon, Thursday, March
9th, 1879, for the delivery tothe United States
Indian Agent at said Agency or before the
3lst day of July next Gs79) of from Four Hum
alred to Seven Hundred head OF Stock
Cows and Bulls.
Said stock, to he received, must be young, Wig
orous, without blemish, of full size best Ameri-
can stock for breeding purposes. Cows to he not
less than TWO nor more than THREE years old
Bulls must not be less nor more than TWO years
old.
Bids for mixed and inferior breeds viii not he
considered. The exact number of head each of
cows and bulls required will DO named on award
OF contract.
The undersigned reserves the right to reject
any and all bids
Contract must he approved by the Honorable
Secretary of the Interior.
Stock cattle to be subject to rigid inspection,
before being received, by Inspectors appointed
for the purpose. ana
inderse on all bids: proposals for stock
cattle.'
JAMES I. PATTEN,
I. 5. Indian Agent.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

p interesting letters. one from Sweet
and the other from Huntley. have
received. but the writers having neg
to give their real names. we must
2 publishing what otherwise we
gladly. If '.R-'' and .keosaI-
will furnish us their names. as guar
of their good faith, we will be
y to publish their letters.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
New Commander for the District OF
the Yellowstone.

HEADQUARTERS DIST OF YELLOWSTONE,
FORT CUSTER. NJ. H., March II, 1879.
General Orders No. 5.
The undersigned hereby assumes COM
mand OF the District OF the Yellowstone.
First Lieut.. William &. Rowolle. Adju-
tant Second Cavalry, is hereby appointed
Acting Assistant Adjutant General OF the
District, and will be obeycd and respected
a. G. BRACkETT,
Lieut.. Col. Second Cavalry,
Commanding District.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Edgar Zabriskie, of the General Freight
Department, Union Pacific Railroad, was
in town last week, interviewing the ner-
chants ard Others on their freight interests.
He succeeded in closing several contracts,
and went to Helena this week.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Pm man is travelling and becoming
finds wafer. but has no cup or 9TH
liking vessel. lie uses his hat. but we
kDften wondered what Il woman would
der similar circumstances. her hat
ing avail able for the purpose. Our
Dity has been satisfied. Woman
herself equal TO the emergency by
off one of her shoes and using that.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
FOE SALE,

~ Black Warrior Jacks in prime condi
- OR The season; also some fine Jeanies
1& i'll he sold on reasonable terms. They
seen AT the new br, sc 5, four miles be-
\ milton
-. Address, j. II. NIXON,
fsOZeJn1n Mont
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The squirrels are out and making love
to each other. Now, while there still re-
mains some snow on the ground. is the
time for farmers to poison the enemies of
their grain. "A stitch in time saves nine -
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

During the recent visit of Paymaster
ReecC at Fort Ellis, two soldiers deserted.
both of whom were captured without much
effort, one of them only getting as tar as
Bozeman.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Mr.. NJ. Russell has purchased from Mr..
town. Price. 5000. Mr.. Turner. We are
informed. contemplates going to Washing
ton Territory.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Telegraph Operator.

omitted to notice last week the de-
fe OF DIR. a. Lamme. his daughter
and Mr.. John Harlow for the East.
hmme goes to look after the business
'boat-the Iellowstone-Mr. Harlow
chase goods 70: the tirm-A Lamme
and Miss Lamme to visit friends in
'nis and elsewhere. We wish them \
PIT journey and visit. and safe return
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The verdict Of the jury in the Foley
case. tried in Virginia last week, was MUIR
der in the second degree and recommen-
dation that the full penalty of the law be
inflicted.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Miss Ella Aylesworth. who has been
spending the past few months with friends
in Virginia City. arrived in town Monday
evening last. and has left for her home at
Chico.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
TELECRAFHY,

fsqui site number of scholars can be OBJ
will open Telegraph School, with all
eessary instruments.
N al my ONCE for terms.
II. S. FULTON,
Telegraph Operator.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

re advertisement of the Union Mills
aYpCnrs in this issue Mr.. Lewis. the pro-
prletDr, has recently rc,ited this mill with
souno OF the latest improved machinery and.
W111lan experienced miller. claims to make
the hest brand of flour manufactured in
WyXerritory. Give him fair trial and
mr. for yourSeIf
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
For the Spring Season.
Wall Paper and grained Building Paper at
J. BASINSKpS

Mr.. Harry Borup and mother, son and
wife OF Theodore Borup, post trader at
Fort Custer, passed through town this
week en- route to st. Paul. They were
to come this way on account OF
water overlooking the road east of Fort
keOgh.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

A letter from Rev. f. q. Prout to j. V.
Bogert. of this place, states that he has
included to postpone his next appoint
=. t at Bozeman until April Goth, on ac-
cOu of i'll health.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Wonderful Cement.

Perfect member Of Glassware, Earthenware,
Stoneware, Marble, Ivory, Wood, Leather ard
Meerschaum at Jockeys
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Hayward's bridge over the Madison. on
the Virginia road, has been raised, thor
oughly repaired and is now in tip-top
shape for the travelling public.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

LOST. in Bozeman, a book entitled Ills
tory of Rome" marked on wrapper. W. F.
Lane. The finder will please leave at this
Office.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

a job of 40 receipt books for the county,
turned out of our Office this week is, if we
do say it ourselves. the best job of plain
printing and binding ever done by any
printing establishment in Eastern Montana.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

300 worth Of Choice Groceries for sale be-
low cost. big bargain Apply at this Office
OrtO JNO. +. BRUCE.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Pick Handles, Iron Bolts, Screws, Butts
Hats, Shoes, shirts, Gloves, &C., very low at
Itu'EEN'S
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Call and price our goods aud be convinced that
we do not intend TO turn away cash buyers,
kLEINSCHMIDT & BRO,
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
TITLE AND HORSES FOR SALE,

4DROCGIlBRE and GRADE Short Horn
Working oxen and American Horses,
a. 4c at prices 10 suit hard times
M BRIGHAM REED,
80 Upper West Gallatin.
I'll j. ,. Address: Eozeman, NJ. T.
= members OF the Bozeman Dramatic
= ciation very generously offered to do
: heir fine stage. curtains. ETC.. TO the
nam School District. but the Trustees
y, much to their regret. that the as
Ily room OF the school house was too
= to admit of their being properly put
NJ d so were Under the necessity of de-
1Dg the kind offer.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Thomas Extra Family, Meadows xxx, and
M Family Flour, Buckwheat Flour, and new
Corn Meai Al LOCKEY,S
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Two men arrested for horse stealing ami
one witness against them. passed though
town last week, en- route from Miles City
to Virginia for trial.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Homicide At COulsOn .

A telegram from Coulson states that
John j. Anderson killed David Currfer
yesterdav-26th inst.-it is said, in self
defense. Further particulars we were I'M
able to obtain. MIR. Anderson keeps the
hotel and also runs the ferry that crosses
the Yellowstone at Coulson. Currier was
a saloon keeper in the same town.
LATER.
COULsON, March 26.-3P. NJ.
Currier went after Anderson with pistol
this morning, and Anderson shot him.
OPERATOR.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

&c. o. Blake. - ''Elk Horn,' ''B. K. Rsy-
noli's" and 80. X" Whistles at
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

SWITZLER-JARRED. Al the residence of the
brides parents on East Gallatin, Tuesday
evening, March 25, 1879, by Rev. c. l.. Rich
ards, James l.. Switzer to Miss Capitolia
Jared
The congratulations and best wishes of
the COURIER are extended.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Capt. c. S. HeintZleman, Assistant Quar-
termaster L. 5. A., was in st. Paul on the
10th inst. making preparations for build
ing the new military post on Milk river.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Religious Services.

M METHODIST.
vices will lie held nj the VI. +. Church next
nv morning and evening at IL a. m. and
All are cordially invited to attend.
~ W. A. SHANNON, Pastor.
WI PRESBYTERIAN.
Daching every sabbath nj II 4. m. and 80
bba'h school al $3.50 p, m.
Eyer and conference meeting every Wednes-
20 p m, in Episcopal Church.
services in the Episcopal Church. A cor
3nvitation is extended 10 all.
{. l.. RICHARDS.
& NJ. Z. CHURCH, SOUTH.
- undersigned preacher, in charge of Boze-
Nis-ion, "il! hold religious services reg
"a in each NORTH, AT the following times and
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The telegraph battery for Fort Ellis was
received list week from the terminus of
the railroad. This makes through connec-
ton East. the Bozelnan Office Heretofore
having been cut of at Ellis from regular
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Mallhoptsnique, Guinness Extra Stout and
81. Louis Lager Beerat ODELL HALL
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The choicest brands of Xxx Family Flour,
and AT lowest figures, can be be found at
KLEINSCHMIDT & BROS.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The only whisky kept at the Headquarters is
the Old Sol. Keller, Maiin Whisky, six sum-
mers Old. Try If! MOUNTS & SANBORN
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

From the appearance of the lake in front
of tile Exchange Saloon, the whisky OF
that establishment must be getting pretty
thin
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

carpeted Parlor Billiard Room up stairs
over the adquarters-Serarate from the sa-
loon.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The finest assortment o. Choice Family Gro
ceries in Eastern Non q "a at
ELEfSSCHMIDT & RRO,S
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Gen. L. S. Wilson removed into his rev
residence yesterday.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

image remarked that hell had four
B The Buffalo Express says it hopes
! open ont Aard for easy egress in case
I'D. If the place OF Entertainment above
: bed to was located in some portions of
T. United States Montana. for instance
~ ntes would hare to open outward to
01m01y with the law
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

LarEe stock Of Pictures aud Cornce Moulding
and Picture Frames al j. II. TAYLOR'S
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Solution Of Problem About Tree rs
Feet E7igh.

We have received two answers to the
tree problem published last week, one by
algebra, the other by method not found
in ordinary school books.
FIRST SOLUTION.
Let X = height of stump: then Us Ky
- length Of piece broken off, and Is -
xxx (50)2; or 5G25 - $50 X
X2=x2X $500: from which $50 X -
1928 - sc. the height of stump. and
"a l-G - part broken off. w.
SECOND SOLUTION.
Measure of 2 ID feet on q level floor
from perpendicular wall. Take a
stiff piece of paper 3 81 feet long. Stand
the paper up against the wall. then bend it
over 10 strike IIIe crrrr si-s f,vs meas
on the floor. being careful to keep the
paper still. Then carefully measure tie
paper, and multiply the result by twenty
that being the common d;yisor By which
ID and 3 81 feet were obtained to repre-
sent 80 feet base and IS feet~in height
which gives the following: Height of
stump, 20 feet 10 inches; length of part
broken Off 81 feet inches A.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

r. +. Jones. representing Sprague.
Warner 4 Co., Chicago, was in Bozeman
last week
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Perkins & Stone lost fifty head of sheep
during the severe storm of last week.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Eckhardt's meat market was closed this
week, Mr.. Eckhardt having to go to st.
Louis on business.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
FOR ksEN r.

4 41nmber one Ranch on lower Willow Creek
Appy to ii. +. GALES,
N Eadersburg, Mont.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Be sure and attend the school exhibition
tomorrow evening.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The latest improved gun, the Burgess.
an Improvement on the Winchester, can be
seen at StCrt 4 GOcMeY'S
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Fresh stock of Canned Fruits, Fish and vege-
Ia jies n Jockeys
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Mems Coats at Cost to close at
A. LAMNE 4 co.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Mems Vests at Cost to close at
A IAMMr 70
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

The blacksmith shop at Sheds bridges.
near Gallatin City, was recently destroyed
by fire.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Rev. Clark Wright is expected in town
this week. to hold quarterly meeting SER
vices at the N. +. Church on Sunday next.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Just received! New Vocal Sheet Music, at
j RASINSKTS
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Call and see those choice Dfiei Fruits at
kLEINsCHMIDI L BROS.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Mems Suits at Cost to close Mt
A. LAMME &(O
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Mems Pants al Cost 10 Close Al
A. LAMMr,x co
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Rum Punch, Gin Punch and Dry Punch al
ODELI. HALL
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Potatoes, Oais, " heat, Butter, Eggs, &c
&c, bought and sold at Jockeys.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Read the advertisements tor proposals in
this ISSUE
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

Try the Irish Usquebaugh at ODELL HALL.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

twenty
is dei
owing
| ,ntana.0
in tbs|
,rit /
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27

ye,nher III
..rstrrs req
ensedE
saiisfas!s.ll
S&nP-
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Nj ARIsfED.

Biuntville. March II. 1879.
Bozeman avant courier. [volume] (Bozeman, Mont.) 1872-1882, 1879-03-27
Sandwiches.

Fine Looking Glasses at j. H. TAYLOR'S.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1879-11-20
BROWN SDALE.

III. Stowell is finishing his house fol
a farm tenant, half mile southeast Of
depot:
Rev. K. A. Burnell, the evangelist,
breaches here the rest of the week, and
twice Sunday.
The elevator has received larger
engine, improved machinery, and a new
chimney. 1t is now IN running order.
You viii recognize Anderson's Hotel
by the Phoenix barn. Put the matches
on a high shelf, away from the little boys.
"A hoop tor Jim! It's girl, and
weighed lbs. Thursday evening. Mrs.
We'ser is doing well. Still they come !
Fred Rolph's oldest boy arrived last
night. Live weight, 9 lbs.
Save your dimes for the concert, Sat.
urday evening, November 2sth. Admis-
sion, ten cents for children, aud fifteen
for adults. Our home taleat has usually
given better satisfaction than the best
,roupes from abroad. Vocal and instru-
mental music, tsbleaux and reci:ations
are preparing. 1t Is to be held IN the
Congregational church, and the proceeds
tn be devoted to aid in purchasing an
organ to use in the church.
Mower County transcript. [volume] (Lansing, Minn.) 1868-1915, 1879-11-20
THAT 1OLD-HEADED CANE.
Card OF Thanks from Judge Farmer,
In which he has Something to say
About Religion.

GENrLEMEN:-I thank you for this
beautiful cane; and through you THANK
the friends Of the Catholic church O.
Austin, for this splendid memen,o "fthei'
confidence. In accepting this present
am not unmindful that am not the real
beneficiary intended, but mere incl
dent to nohlcr object. Through you
the friends Of the Catholic church, present
this useful article as 4 stay to my physi.
cal body in declining years, but emble
matte of what the Catholic church offers
to all believers, more valuable support,
spiritual cane that will stay and sup
port both soul aud body during this life
and even beyond the dark river to a
brighter future. thank you for this
opportunity to disabuse the minds Of
some who have been rlrjudiced by the
calumnies of my political opponents:
They say am opposed to religion. and
especially the Catholic religion. That is
not 80. am in favor OF all kinds OF
religion. believe the poorest is better
than none. All have some good; the
avowed object of all is the benefit Of the
hnman race. Some succeed better than
others, none are perfect; all may be i'm
proved. But the Catholic church may
well pc proud of her antiquity and her
title, :sMo,her Of the Christian Religion"
for she traces her remarkable history
back to the great founders Of tie Chris
tian religion, Christ and his disciples;
she was the sole repository of the Holy
Bible for more than fifteen centuries, and
whatever IS grand IN history, beautiful iu
poetry, inspiring in prophecy, wise In
in promises, found in H.. good book, we
are indebted to the Catholic church for
their preservation. The devotion Of her
members has been remarkable IN all
ages. In times of pestilence, and famine,
war, and calamitles, amidst the poor and
destitute, in the hauuts Of vice and SIN,
may her Sisters of Charity ever be found
administering to their temporal wants
and pouring out spiritual consolation to
the suffering and afflicted. And 1t Is a
satisfaction to know that the money in
vested in this cane goes to sustain these
angels of mercy in their good work to
humanity. I believe the true principles
of the Christian religion, as taught by
their great founder, will eventually be
accepted as the moral code of the whole
world, not perhaps in the present form of
Catholicism, or the present form OF Pro-
testanism, but by the blending of boil!
systems. The conservative aud formal
Catholic system, will become more lib.
eral and less formal. and the liberal, and
informal Protestant system, will become
more conservative ana formal; until
these two great Christian forces shall
unite in faith and form in one Grand com.
mon effort to Christianize the world.