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The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

We said in former advertisement -" To person of
land cheaper today and in the long Blue Earth
county $40 than at 80 So hundred miles
from timber BY the time the settler these praes has
made his roads and bridges churches and schools and bought
fewood and timber until he grow his his land will cost
him than $40 per acre. We repeat again emphasized by
the results of the October blizzard the paes lying
for hundred of miles the losses of stock reported
lost largely because there timber with which utilize tho
hay and straw for shelter.
We have large aroun of farming lands for sale in Blue
Earth and adjoining counties and suit customer either with i'm
will likely keep going np AT thew will pax bs
ter investment than money interest Parties who
thinking buying will better bargains than along towards
spring.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

POstage Free TO all nbscIbsrs in the United States
or Cuuada
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
TO LET.

= -. T..
Two Lots on the west side OF Fourth street
between Hickory and Jackson streets lLots
md Sin Block 81 well adapted for a lumber
ar coal business, or both o side track can
sasiiy be run In from the railroad, and there
& back outlet TO both hickory and jackson
streets. Immediate possession can be given
ALSO TO LETT
alter january list 1892, Lots Q and 10 In Block
rs on the corner OF Second and Mulberry
streets very centrally located and close r.
the various railroad depots, and Minnesota
river bridge ; making them especially desir.
able for business purposes. The above lots
Viii be leased, If desired, for several years,
and at moderate rent. Also
FOR SALE
..,rarx unimproyed farming lands in Blue
harth county. Apply 10
RICHARD RANDOLPH PARRY,
Pc. Box 2l50, Philadelphia, ia.
Or m once OF HON ORRIN Q. PITCHER,
oots1, si-japl,& Manka'o' MIN
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
r.. J. TIL 81 o M AS'
A Tr.e Cause FOR Reores.


Il makes the heart OF every philanthropist
sad TO see 30 many worthless patent medicines
puHed and advertised for the cure OF chronic
disease. Usually the remedy 10 some vile
cathartic compound or alcoholic prepare
ton, combined with buchu, turpenttne or
other severe diuretic that affords the invalid
only temporary relief, but which has no last
ing effect, and In truth eventually brings on
q complication of diseases arising from a
state Of WORKOUT and exhausted digestive
and urinary organs that nothing but death
can relieve. Invalids should trust more to
nature for their recovery. A gentle medictn-
al tonic that stimulates enfeebled digestion
and strengthens every part Of the system by
its soothing and refreshing effect on both
mind and body, is nature truest and best as
sistant. Such a remedy Is Browns Iron Bit
ters, q medicine SURPRISING the sale of all
other remedies whenever It's merits become
known, for it acts in such perfect harmony
with the Laws Of life and health, that all pull
monary. urinary and digestive troubles are
prevented and permanently cured by its
timely use. 1t contains no alcohol, and will
not blacken the teeth. Phicicians and min
listers endorse and recommend 1t.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
NOTICE.

4 tHAPTER l, Section IS, General Laws of
~ 1878, provide that the County Treasurer
for the collection of taxes, IL directed by the
County Commissioners.
As have been so ordered to visit four diff
ferent localities as named below: Township
Of Mcpherson at hotel In the village of Hill
ton, Tuesday, January 3rd.
Mapleton Station, Thursday, January 5th.
Amboy, Tuesday, January 10th.
Village Of Lake Crystal, Wednesday, Jan'y
18th, 1882.
Personal taxes are due the first day OF De-
cember, and delinquent the first day OF March.
If not paid then, a penalty of per cent. must
be added, and the law provides for collection
by distress and sale.
ID. q. EVANS,
County Treasurer Blue Earth Co.
Mankato, Mimi, Dec. /, 1881.
=. S.-Township or School District Clerks
please post.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

Mr.. walter =. MoCune, OF Pittsburg, Pa,
writes my age 10 - years. was born with
an excellent constitution. but at the age Of
ton, I fell into habits OF dissipation. After
six years Of fast living felt my constitution
broken down. put myself under the care
Of one Of our best physicians. His treatment
best could live but q few years, that my
bowels, kidneys and lungs were all threaten
ed with consumption and were fast wasting
advertised, hoping to gain relief. Finally ]
drifted into q state Of melancholy and hope
less despair, suffering overwhelmingly from
dyspepsia, short breath. and urinary catarrh.
tissd. I used them, and they acted like q
charm. soon began to enjoy dreamless
cumberland now feel myself man once
more, and have gained 81 pounds since using
the remedy. feel very strong, and can hold
out q Is pound weight. Browns Iron Bitters
saved my life.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

Every nervous person should try Carriers
Little NERVE Pills. They are made special
~ for nervous and dyspeptic men and wo-
men, and are Just the medicine needed by all
persons who, from any cause, do not sleep
their food Cases OF weak stomach, indiges-
ton, dyspepsia, nervous and sick headache,
&C., readily yield to the use Of the Little
Nerve Pins, particularly IL combined with
Carriers Little Liver Pulls. 10 walls &C Is o..
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
A CARD.

Having madc the study and treatment of
lung diseases speciality for many years, !
know, that consumption. caused by tubercu-
losis, when II has reached o certain degree, is
shown so happy results, that do not hesitate
any longer to advise persons with diseased
lungs to call on me. The treatment is strictly
homeopathic, and practised by me alone.
The names of those cured by me, in the State,
county and city, will DO communicated, on
request. DIR. o. TRENKLER,
Mankato.
Office over ]. F. Meagher's new brick block.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

Smart Weed and BelladOnna combined with
the other Ingredients used in the best porous
plasters make Carriers 8. w. & B. Backache
cents.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
1882.
Harper's Bazaar.
ILLUSTRATED.

This popular Journal IL O rare combination
of literature, art, and fashion. It's stories,
poems, and essays are by the best writers Of
Europe and America I; its engravings possess
the highest artistic excellence; and in al
matter pertaining to fashion IL 10 universally
acknowledged to be the leading authority in
the land. The new volume will contain many
brilliant novelties.
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The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
TAX N Office
1881.

IN compliance with Section 30. Chapter /, Of
L the Statutes of Minnesota, notice Is hereby
given that the following amounts OF taxes
have been levied on the taxable property OF
for the year 1881.
The figures representing 80 many mills on
each dollar Of valuation.
RATES OF TAXATION FOR THE YEAR 1881 IN
SEVERAL TowNsHIPs, VILLAGES AND CITY
REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
Virfsxe AcknO,rledued

Mrs. Ira Mulholland, Albany, N. Y, writes:
''For several years have suffered from oft
recurring bilious headaches, constipation,
Since using your BURDooRK eB BLOOD B g sSa
am entirely relieved" Price $l.OO, trial
size 10 cents. Sold by Collins & Co.
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FOR SALE

Several head of HALF-BLOOD JERSEY
HELPER CALVES, which can not fail TO
make rich Butter and Cream stock. Parties
desiring TO buy, must do so Immediately.
NELSON MARTIN.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

Young lady examining some bridal
veils); "Can you really recommend this
onep'' Over,zealous Shopman: "Oh,
yes, miss. Hmsy be used several dmss."
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
1882.
Harper's Magazine.
ILLUSTRATED.

always varied. always good, always i'm
proyiug"-CHARLEs FRANCIS ADAMS, Jr.
Hdrpsr's Magazine, the most popular illus
trated periodical i'm the world, begins its sixty
fourth volume with the December Number.
IL represents what Is best In American ntera-
ture and art and its marked success in Eng
land where II has already a circulation larger
than that Of any English magazine or the
same class-has brought into its service the
most eminent writer's and artists of Great
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will in every respect surpas their predeces-
aOr9.
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Eoc,,.s,eak Ton. rhen,se.yes.

c. r. Hall, GRANVILLE, III, writes ~ never
sold any medicine In my life that gave such
universal satisfaction as THOMAS ELEcTRIC
OIL. In my own case It cured badly ulcer.
ated throat, and In threatend Group IN my
children IL never failed TO relieve" Sold by
Collins + Co.
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The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

Those unhappy persons who suffer from
nervousness and dyspepsia should use Car
ter's Little Nerve Pills, which are made ex-
pressiy for sleeples, nervous. dyspeptic suf-
ferers. Price % cents, sold by all druggists.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

1859
The WllOla Republican.

THE REPUBLICAN, which has been longer
under one management than any other paper
in Minnesota. occupies a recognized position
rs one Of the best and most valuable General
and Family Newspapers published outside
the large cities. While thoroughly Republic
can In feeling and association, IL Ii, neverthe-
less, Independent, and speaks its own con-
victions on all questions coming nnder its
nntipa
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

We think the extension of railroads greatly increase
the call for all kinds of wood timber However much
hay be used tor fuel timber absolute necessity null
tude Of purposes The constantly increasing demand will rapidly
absorb surplus We look for stronger and rapid
improvement in timber than in farm lands
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
1882.
Harper's Weekly.
ILLUSTRATED.

Ha,per's Weekly stands &C the head OF Ameri-
can illustrated weekly Journals. BY its I'M
partisan position I'm politics, Its admirable
Illustrations, its carefully chosen serials,
short stories, sketches, and poems, contribut-
Cd by the foremost artists and authors of the
day, it carries instruction and entertainment
TO thousands Of American homes.
Il will always be the aim AZ tho publishers
to make Harpsrs Weekly the most popular and
attractive family newspaper In the world.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
SUMMONS.
cTATE OF MINNESOTA, County of BLU
~ Earth-aa.

STATE OF MINNESOTA, County Of Blue
y Earth-ss.
The State Of Minnesota to James 7. King, do
PENDANT
You are hereby summoned To be andappcar
before the undersigned, one OF the Justices OF
the Peace In and for said county. on the 18th
day of January, 1881, at nine o'clock In the
forenoon, AT my office in the city of Mankato,
I'm said county, TO answer to- Christian Christen-
sen and J. P. Christensen. rs Christensen
brothers, In civil action. Shouldyou fall 70
appear at the time and place aforesaid. Jug
evidence Adduoed by said Christensen Broth
ers for such sum as they shall show them
selves entitled TO-
cember, A. ID. 1851. Q. LEONARD,
| 25w3 Justice OF the Peace.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

Women with pale colorless faces who feel
weak and discouraged, will receive both
Iron p,i nna wS,n sr sT maSs Snr The bieod
nerves and complexion.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
Yeai.s Of SUFFERING.

Mrs. Barphart, cor. Pratt and Broadway,
Buffalo, was for twelve years q sufferer from
rheumatism, and after trying every known
THOMAS ELECTRIC ON.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
THE WEEKLY REPUBLICAN,

Is compact and well-prepared review Of the
general and local events and topics Of the
ing and valuable to the people Of Southern
Minnesota, Southern Dakota, and Western
Wisconsin-to whose everyday affairs 1t de-
ton. Its Literary Miscellany is always read
able and entertainments Correspondence
varied-and its Markets-Reports full and re-
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
Enterprising, Wen.Edited, Family
& Political Newspaper.

No journal in the United States has grown
more rapidly, both In circulation and infiu-
ence, during the past ten years, than The
INTER OCEAN. Its opinions are now more
quoted in all parts of the country than those
of any other newspaper published outside Of
New York
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
THE WEEKLY INTER OCEAN

Is the most popular family paper published
in America, and now has regular circulation
of more than 100, 100 copies. In contrast with
most Weekly papers issued from the offices of
great Dailies, THE WEEKLY INTER OCEAN is
carefully edited by an editor especially as
signed TO that duty. This accounts for the
thorough manner in which the news from all
the world is handled and the uniform excel
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
In Political ThOught and Action

The INTER OCEAN has a wider reputation
than almost any of its contemporaries. Its
ability and earnestness are acknowledged by
all.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
Sins ofthe Fathers Visited 0ss the
ChtLdren

Physicians say that scrofulcus faint cannot
be eradicated we deny IL ain toto" II you
60 through thorough course Of BuRDoCK
BLOOD BrTTERs, your blood will get as pure
as you can wish. Price el.0o, trial size 10 OTIS.
Sold by Collins & Co,
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
NJ ANK Alto
THE LEADING CITY OF SOUTHERN MINNESOTA.

We offer Lots in the city suitable for business
locations Lots in all the Additions long time if parties will
improve.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
Investments in Real Estate.
AND
AROUND MANKAT0,
Where carefully made present prices will pay better
than money at interest

The manufacturing interests of Mankato in the full
tide Of successful prosperity mechanics work. kbor
employed than before enterprises being projected
every habe tenement occupied and the brightest prospects for
the rapid growth of the city.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

There is no article in the line Of medicines
that gives 30 large q return for the meuey -
good porous strengthening plaster, such a.
ache Plasters.
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30

For the accommodation of it's readers THE
INTER OCEAN has made arrangements with
several leading Publishers by which their
publications are offered in cnr~"ction with
THE WEEKLY and SEMI Y INTER
OCEAN at reduced rates. Be. !, q partial
list
The Mankato free press. [volume] (Mankato, Blue Earth County, Minn.) 1879-1924, 1881-12-30
HARPER's PERIODICALS.

HARPER's FRANKLIN SQUARE LIBRARY,
One Year (52 Numbers). ..............W %
Po,ta9s Free to all subscribers in the United
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Manifest Destiny Points to Malkat0 !!

the great distributing center of Southwestern Mnnesos
busy industries multiplying will be pushed the Mt
most supply the rapidly developing Of the country beyond
usa foohOld will be worth fortune in the future
you home you business location and
lend a hand to make
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[ $50 ,
Inter OCEAN
FOR 1882

Promises better service to its patrons than
ever before. Time and prosperity have in
creased its facilities for gathering the news
and spreading it before the public.
1t is the intention to improve the paper in
all departments, and to fully maintain its re-
putation as an
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

are not afraid of a few years
hardships. II tho truth 10 but
known to such men, regarding the
capabilities Of the soil in this coun-
ty to raise crops, there will be no
difficulty in getting the vacant lands
settled. For our part we shall al
ways be glad to publish such in
telligence. 1t would make inter-
esting news for all who are really
concerned about the interests Of
this county. Think about it, farm
ers, and then make up your minds
to let us know what is going on
about you, so that we can, each
issue. give a complete and reliable
weekly history OF the county.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12
J. G.. WALL,
2nd Lieutenant.
benefit Concert.
J. SEAGE,
Captain.

Prof. 3. F. Cheesbro informs US
that, assisted by number OF his
most advanced and talented pupils,
he will, on Tuesday and Wednes-
day evenings of next week, give q
concert at the Opera House, the
proceeds Of which will be for the
benefit of Geo. H. Shelly. A num-
Der OF vocal and instrumental
pieces will be presented, all Of
which are first class, consisting Of
solos, duets, trios, quartets, ssxtets.
etc. The members Of the Dramat-
lie Club have kindly given their
services to assist in bringing the
concert to a success, and it is to be
hoped that all those who can will
Go all in their power to make the
proceeds the largest ever received,
as the object Of the concert is o
very laudable one.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12
A farmer, writing to the Otsego
Herald, says:

A farmer, writing to the Otsego
Herald, says:
"Now I think that the settlers
in your county could do more than
they are doing toward building up
their county, by building up the
Herald in the shape Of letters of
experience and plans which would
be benefit to them all as well as
outsiders that contemplate coming
among them in the near future.
Let them take example from the
Kansas Farmer, how it is built up
by farmers and others correspond
ing every week. 1t is doing much
toward building up the State Of
Kansas. / think that you might
do as much toward building up
Northern Michigan by building mp
the Herald ] will close with wish
ing you and your readers "Merry
Christmas" and q "Happy New
Year"
The Otsego farmers ideas are
worth initiating by the Alpena
farmers. They, Of all persons, are
the most fitted TO inform the out.
side world of the advantages Of
arming in Alpena, and IL they
wonld make known what they have
done on their farms; how they
started. the difficulties they met
with, their triumphs in securing .
home and plenty, and also show
what the soil has done In the way
of raising crops, they would soor
make Alpena county well knowr
to large class OF men who ~,
looking for permanent homes, ant
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12
Apple jelly by the pound, at J. p.
Healy g. Co.'S.

Greenbaum & Epsteyn, of the New
York One Price Clothing House, pro.
pose to reduce oil the winter goods in
their house to very low prices. A ire
mendous reduction will be made on all
overcoats and boys suits, knit Cardigan
jackets and winter caps, and many other
goods at one half original price, to make
room for an immense stock now being
manufactured for them expressly for the
spring trade. Now is your time to save
money. Be sure to call and look through
their stock.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

The ladies' of the Woman's Chris
tian Temperance Union are maxi
ing arrangements for course of
lectures on different subjects, by
gentlemen of this city, which we
hope will be both interesting and
profitable. They will have six or
eight lectures at Intervals OF two
weeks. Tickets for the full course
81; for n single lecture, 25 cents.
Further notice will be given when
the arrangements are completed.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

At the semi-annual meeting OF
w. c. II. T., held in the Congre-
gational Chapel, on Friday last,
the following officers were elected
President.-Miss J. f. Farwell.
lst Vice Pres't. Mrs. J. f. Field.
2nd Mrs. W. II. johnson.
3rd Mrs. Z. Harrington.
Treas.-Mrs. It. NJ. Wheeler.
Sec'y.-Mrs. J. w. Campbell.
Cor. Sec.-Miss Mary Pratt.
The next meeting of the society
will occur on Friday, February
4th, in the Baptist Chapel.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

John D. Mcdonald, proprietor
of the Sherman House, has been
and is still making great improve
ments about his premises. He has
raised bis hotel about two feet, is
building large addition three
stories high, with mansard roof,
has erected new and commodious
barns, and will at some time in the
future raise the roof of the hotel
and add the third story, also with
mansard roof. John is determined
that in the matter OF hotel accom-
modations, he will not be outdone.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

DR.. Larke, of the Pressure 1sle
Advance, was lin town during the
latter part Of last week, and left
for home on Monday.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

The turbine wheel for the mill of
David Bratton, at the. mouth of
Long Lake creek, was taken to
the mill on Monday, and will i'm
mediately be put in position.
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

The attention ofythe lady read
srs Of thel ARGUS is called;to the
advertisement Of G. R.'Hawley &
Co., in another column. Reflect,
and govern yourselves according
lv
Alpena weekly argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1871-1893, 1881-01-12

Casper Alpern is now engaged
in the erection OF his large ice
house, Vwhich he swill I'll with a
stock of ice to supply the city the
coming summer.