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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

THE weather on Friday last was UNI
doubtedly the coolest for many years.
II staggered even the old settler and
froze his "reminiscences of former win
tiers so completely that he forgot to re-
call any similar experience; although
one who had thawed himself out was
heard TO remark that lin the winter OF
go or 61-ary one of EN-, forget
wbich-it was awful cold. Why, gem
tlemen. as sure 5 my name Is Deekin ----
it was so cold one night that when my
wife went out in the she'd to get some
more wood. with candle in her hand
Il friz the flame of that ere candle,
instanter. 1t was the pootiest thing you
ever see. and / wore it for watch
charm all winter and but they mad all
GONE. Everybody said it was cold, and
asked their friends in the street II i
wasn't in this form: :. Isn't this coldP
The reply to this conundrum has never
vet been correctly solved and wasn't on
that day, for the afflicted simply smiled
rubbed his ears and passed on. Their
mometers stood from 80 degrees below
70 40 degrees some worse than that
The average was probably 80 degrees
AZ rhode Barber it was 40 degrees by
tbe shirt thermometer at the schoo
hopse. SIS degrees. Cold weather act:
o,,eerlv. At Muscoda it seems ii wa'
ss degrees below on Monday and bu
% DEGREES ON Friday. We have no
hoard Of 4 case Of frost bite il
consequence Of the cold days, as yet
Though many must have suffered.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

HENRY REssMEYER is troubled some
somewhat abont a man named Brown
presumably of the firm of Smith,
Brown 4 Thompson. He appeared ON
the scene one day last week, was well
dressed, had money, but anxious to get
work. Henry prepared a place for him
and by strenuous efforts he succeeded in
getting to work in three days He
worked half day, asked for Sl.50 and
disappeared. One of our hotel proprie-
tors also misses him while fond recol-
lections of S1.25 owing him float thro'
his mind. Henry is persuaded that he
is square and will pay his hotel bill,
when he returns. None knows whence
he cometh or whittier he goetb- Have
YOU seen BROWNE
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

THE best time in the county, last week,
was at Jacob Kuenster's. Glen Haven,
ON the occasion of triple wedding.
The happy couples were Chas Kuenster
and Emma Baumgartner, Henry Kuen-
ster and Rosa Bennett, and Frank Bar
mann and Alma Kuenster. Three OF
the parties were children Of Jacob Kuen-
ster and two of them, Charles and Hen
nv, are twins. The boys and brides,
after a glorious time at home, made a
trip to Iowa, and have just returned.
THE HERALD extends congratulations,
and hopes that they viii live. love and
learn for many years to come.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

Mothersl Mothers! Mothers!

you disturbed al night and broken of your
rest by sick child suffering and crying with
the excruciating pain of cutting teeth? II so
go at once and get bottle of Mrs. Wins.
lows Soothing Syrup. 1t will relieve the
poor little sufferer neutrality-suspicious. up
on il; there is no mistake about it. There
is not mother IN earth who has ever used
IT who will not tell you at once that it will
regulate the bowels, and give rest to the
mother, and relief and health 10 the child,
operating like magic. II is perfectly safe to
TO use in all cases, and pleasant 10 the taste,
and is the prescription of one of the oldest
and best female physicians and nurses 10 the
United States. Sold everywhere at IS cents
a hottie
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

Peter KiefFer, cor. Clinton and Bennett
Streets, Buffalo, says: ] was badly bitten by
horse few days ago and was induced by a
friend who witnessed the occurance to try
DR.. Thomas Eclectric Oil, it relieved the
pain almost Immediately. and in four days
the woued was completely healed, nothing
can be better for fresh wounds. Sold BY
James A. Jones'
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

The cold day, Friday, was most I'M
fortunate day to VIM. Dyer, of North
Lancaster. About 2 o'clock in the
afternoon, Mr.. James Borah, while go
ing over to Alec. Walkers discovered
fire coming out of VIM. Dyer's residence
"a two-story frame. He at once mott
fed Mr.. Dyer of the fact but the
flames were then beyond control, and
efforts were made to save the furniture.
A feather bed thrown out caught fire
and was burned, but the furniture was
mostly saved. Three hundred and sew
enty-five bushels of oats in the house
were burned, also some potatoes were
pretty well roasted in the cellar. He
had an insurance of $3.50 or $500 on his
house in the German Mutual Fire In
surance Society, of Liberty, but his loss
will amount to considerable over and
above this. A defective fiue was sup
posed TO be the origin Of the fire as ii
originated in the upper story.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
Shiloh's Consumption Cure.

This is beyond question the most success
full Cough Medicine We have ever sold, few
doses Invariably cure the worst cases of
Cough, Group, and Bronchitis, while its won-
derful success in the cnre of Consumption is
without parallel in the history of medicine.
Since its first discovery IL has been sold on
guarantee. test which no other medicine can
stand. If you have Cough We earnestly
ask you TO try il. Price 10 cts. 90 eta. and
3. 90. 1t your Lungs are sore, Chest or Back
lame, use Shiloh's Porous Plaster. Price %
cts. Sold by J. A. Jones, Lancaster. 80
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

~--~~~-~~~~N~~~~~r~e~~-~-~
In Lancaster january IL. 1881, Mrs Maria G.
Barber, widow Of the late Addison Barber aged "a
years.
The community were panied to learn OF the
death Of this estimable lady, who has resided in
our midst for many years, and won the love and
respect OF her many friends. Her death was not
entirely unexpected She had been a sufferer
from lung disease for many months past which
insidiousy but surely battled against the life that
at last yielded almost without struggle.
The living members Of the family are, A. ".
Barber, who is expected daily from Yankton.
and Joel A. Barber, both well known in our com
munity. The funeral viii be held on Thursday.
January 10th, at sp. m.
We trust to give more extended notice OF the
deceased in our next issue.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

4. 8. ESos, Esq, fat, forty and
nearly Tor the past two years with
Woodland & Stone, confectioners haa
now commenced = new line of business
ana IS travelling salesman for Farwell
miller y Co, Chicago, helargest whole
sale gr0cers in the west
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
BRIGHT BOsCOBEL.
Good Slefghfng Business Booming
TheafrfcaI-SocfaI Mention.

| BoscoBEL, Jan. IL, 1881. Yesterday
was a carnival of sleighing. Although
in the morning the preacher inveighed
against the practice of Sunday driving,
yet in the afternoon and evening the
air was resonant with the music of the
bells. Everyone who could procure 4
turnout did so, and all, from Alderman
Pipkin with his stylish new sleigh and
chime of bells, down to the little boys
on bob-sled seemed perfectly happy.
| To-day the scene is changed. The
careless, happy crowds which flashed SO
gayly by are gone. In their places are
seen the intent faces of busy men and
the heavily -laden sleds. The beautiful
weather and excellent roads make bust
ness lively. To the traders this has so
far been a profitable winter. There
have been but few bad days and they
were invariably when the weather was
too rough for people to stir out of doors.
The bare walls of the Central House
still strike the eye unpleasantly but
preparations are being made to replace
the hotel in more than its former excel
lence. T. N. Philpot, the Milwaukee
architect, was in the city over Sunday
and work will very soon be commenced
on his plans.
Mrs. II. L. SHELTON (nee Wells) of st.
Paul, Mimi, is visiting her friends in
this city.
NJ. b. Pittman, who has been absent
on hurried trip TO New York, is ex-
pected home tomorrow. He contem-
plates purchasing the interest of his
partner, Mr. McWilliams, and carrying
on the business himself.
Ben Coult left this morning for the
| west on tour of inspection. A better
place for earning that which makes the
mare go is the object Of his search.
Last Saturday N j. Francisco was
made happy by the receipt OF about
$3.50 pension money. This came at a
good time TO a deserving man.
Simon's Comedy Company played
| last week to small houses. They are
spoken of as being quite up to the aver
age of the travelling dramatic troupes.
The lovers of music look forward with
| interest to the advent of the Tennesseans
next Monday A portion of the receipts
| is to 20 to the Congregational church
and large attendance is expected.
Socially the town is very quiet. DC
casionalIy the ladies indulge in tea
drinking and spend an evening in Cos
sip. One solitary party giaddened the
hearts of the young people few weeks
ago. 1t is true that a few public dances
were held but they were characterized
| bv such conduct on the part OF the
Young men that they grew disreputable
and ceased. Perhaps this threw too
| heavy damper IN the spirits OF the
participants TO allow much gaiety now.
4 -
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

MoNTFoRr is thriving little place
James Durnen is erecting a hotel near
.he depot at that plaee-a two story
irame-and Mr.. FARMLAND is maxine
an addition to his present hotel quarters
AND now they talk of starting news
paper there. We wish them well
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
Answer This Question

Why do so many people we see around US,
seem TO prefer to suffer and be made misera-
bic by Indigestion, Constipation, Dizziness,
Loss of Appetite. Coming up OF the Food i,
Yellow Skin when for 10 cts. we will seal
them Shiloh's Vitalizer, guaranteed 10 cure
them? Sold by J. A. Jones, Lancaster. 81
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

A STRAW" indicating our prosperity:
Our Postofiice placed in the third-class
Inst with Increase Of salary to $1,000 per
annum The present popular incum-
bent re-appointed by President Hayes
and confirmed by the Senate. Every
body eongratulates ..Thode."
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

a BARABoo man named Anderson
left his pocket book with thirty dollars
IN soft money in ii on pile of kindling
wood when he went to bed. Next morn
Ing, when the fire was built, the pocket
book and contents We're chucked into
the stove, and the loss was total, with
out Insurance.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
PENSIONS.

Bounty money. extra pay. back pay, bounty land
&c. Pensions increassd, new laws, higher rates
also collect three months extra nay proper for
commissioned officers discharged after April 9th,
1865. Prisoners Of war are entitled to 81 SO psr
month for every month hold In captivity Soldiers
OF the Nexican by late Law are entitled 10 three
months extra pay. Thousands Of soldiers arc entl-
tied 70 money who do not know IT, Write giving
details Of your Service eneosing stamps for nfor-
nation.
All kind OF government claims collected. Land
cases settled. admitted 10 practice before the
Court Of Claims andthe Department at washins sop.
DO. VIM. II. DRUEN,
Attorney and q. s. Claim Agent.
SIMS No go. Walnut g. .phifsd.iphia. Pa
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

The following persons are at DR..
Conants Remedial Institute under
treatment: Mrs. Smith, and Mrs. KEEL
sey, of Chicago; j. H. Thomas and
nephew. of Wisconsin; Mr. Stone. Of
Lancaster: Mr.. Cornes, of Mazomanie
Mr.. Hunter, of Wauzeka, and Mr.. Irons
of Vernon county.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

Is school district No. 5, town Of Bee
town, in which Miss Name Barnett is
passing the winter as the popular school
teacher Of that district, an impromptu
hop was given on Thursday last at Jno.
Menkers in honor of visit from Miss
Nellie Kinney, Of Potosi.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

.. G. MUNsoN, brother knight of
the quill from Richland Center was
made book-keeper of the Senate. He
goes there as a Madison correspondent
Tor his paper; his partner, w. M. Fogo,
remaining at his usual post of danger
and hard work in the editorial room.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
EsTATEc !, -


State of Wisconsin. County Court of Grant Conn
ty--In Probate.
Notice is hereby given, that at the March term
of the County Court, TO be held in and for said
County, at the Court House in the City of Lancas-
ter, in said County. on the first Tuesday of March,
A. ID. 1881, the following matter win be heard and
considered:
The application OF William Hutchcroft executor
OF the last viii and testament OF Charles Water
house. late OF the town Of Beetown in said county
deceased to sell the real estate belonging to said
estate described as follows: The south half OF the
northeast quarter OF section twenty-five t22l and
east half OF northwest quarter OF northwest
OF section twentthree t23 and east half OF north
west quarter and southwest quarter OF north
west quarter OF section twenty-three {23i, also
about fourteen acres of sonth side Of northeast
quarter OF southeast quarter OF section a. all in
town four north Of range five west; also the east
one-third Of the northeast quarter of northeast
quarter cf section fifteen q5l. town four north Of
range four west. In Grant county, Wisconsin.
BY order Of the court.
WM. McGONIGAL, Judge.
Dated January IS, 1881. s6w4
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

MR. ABNER DYER, one of our old SET
.lefs who came to this county way back
IN the sos is still suffering greatly from
paralysis and general debility aggravat-
cd by the severe winter. Ii is believed
mat II he survives the winter, his chanc-
es for recovering win be much better
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
Annual Report Of the Treasurer Of the
Grant County Agricultural Society.

The receipts and disbursements Of
the society for the year have been as
follows:
The annual meeting of the Executive
Committee Of this society was held Jan
nary IL, 1881.
The officers of the society are: L. M.
Okey, President; L. j. Arthur, Secreta-
ry; j. II. Reed, Treasurer.
RECEIPTS
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

Now just see how it pays to advertise
d. Weaver handed in an advertisement
Yesterday for publication of stray colt.
In half an hour a man called on him
and claimed the colt. Its wonderful.
And the advertisement has not even APP
peared yet, either.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

HORS7MANN HOUSED!
AT LANCASTER.

Wisconsin. The city of Lancaster is live town and
rapidly growing Il is also the county seat, and is
the terminus of the Milwaukee & Madison Railroad,
division. This hotel is centrally located and
commands the best trade in the city. 1t is a new
three-story brick 34x7a. with good barns attached
viii sell for cash. part cash, will suit the pur-
chaser with good security Address the proprietor
4sms HENRY HORS'TMAN,
Lancaster, Wis
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

i. T. HICKS & CO., of Fennimore have
decided TO put their goods down to the
lowest notch to make room for their
spring stock. Their advertisement in
another column is worth reading; cast
,-ouI. eve over H.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

Hos. +. NJ. BARBER, who renews his
subscription this week for the SSth wear
since 1S43-is probably the oldest sub
,criber on the list, at least rs far as
heard from.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
SuILOU,S cATARRu prMrnv

DfIIIsUII' On hNNH NE WEIJT. "A
marvellous cure for Catarrh, Diphtheris, Can
ker mouth, and Head Ache. With each
bottle there Is an ingenious nasal Injector
Tor the more successful treatment of these
complaints without extra charge. Price so
cts. Sold by j. A. Jones, Lancaster, 80
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

FRANK BrDwELL is bull-doser; at
least he just got dose + bull that cost
him considerable and weighs |, 800 his
He takes the animal west to grow up
with the country.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

MARKET day Saturday the 10Th. Par
ties bringing property for sale at auc-
ton must now expect to pay small fee
to the auctioneer if sale is made-so
says the market committee, Those who
expect to offer articles for sale ON that
day may if they choose, leave a list of
them at The HERALD Office for publica-
ton in our next issue.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

WM. VARcoE, Esq, of Mineral Point,
"A pleasant gentleman and OF good square
business abilities, has been making a
few calls on his friends here this week.
including THE HERALD Office He is the
general agent for Mccormick reapers
for Grant. Richland, Crawford, Iowa,
Lafayette and part of Green counties.
The Richland Center Republican and
Observer, after canvassing the subject
concludes that the town which it has
the honor to represent contains the
meanest man. He stole a thermometer
which merchant had placed outside
for the benefit of the community. Owing
to circumstances he left the fence post.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

WE are pleased to note the appoint
ment of our townsman, Chas. A. Lang
ridge, ESP, as assistant sergeant-at-
arms of the senate. He will make
good officer and his many friends in
this district will be pleased TO hear of
his success
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

A,SEMBLYMAN II. 5. Keene, Esq. re-
turned home from the Legislature on
saturday to visit his family, some of his
little ones being sick. We are glad to
nv lheN are better
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

ANDREW SMITH, ESP, good Repub-
lean of Dickeyville, aud postmaster at
that place. was here on Monday. He
has worn a perpetual smile since Gar
feld WIS elected.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

WE were unable to give the valuable
ehool report Of Supt. Harper this week,
owing 10 the fact that it was received
too late for publication. but it viii be
printed in our next issue.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

4 FRIEND from Boscobcl sends lis his
New Years card with the picture of a
thereon The night-key habit
should be foresworn ut once.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

TIE first ball of the season of 1881
was given yesterday. 1t was a snow
ball. and was given to an old gentleman
on the ear in front Of the postoliice by
the irrepresible small boy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
Bloomington Farmers Fire Insurance
Company.


The annual meeting of the members
of the Bloomington Farmers Fire In
surance Company, met at the corpora
tion's headquarters on Tuesday, January
4. inst. The reports of the officers are
as follows:
Number OF policies issued during the year, 1873;
number of policies issued up TO date, 633; number
Of policies In force at date, J policies cancelled
during the year 10; policies renewed, &c.
Amount OF property risks up TO date. S6sS 40 90
Amount Of property risks during last
year ............ 1900. Il2UW ~
,,,,,rt ~ inat,red capital stock .... 5O5S4F 90
Total amount OF losses paid IN isSD LII %
Tot al amount OF losses paid up 10 date. 1853 80
Total amount OF claims para during the
last wear including losses paid sta
tioncry. printing, pay of secretary,
treasurer president, directors, adjust
ers. principal and interest on loan,
and all other items. ...s..t.....sr. l.t3S 10
hs sn,p and d' sees for insurance $50 ~
Cnsh m treasury from last year 1872. 80 81
Cash in treasury at date -.-.......,.- ~ Y.
Outstanding liabilities ON loan 315 W
Due company on premiums and fees and
assessments, aggrcgating since date s.
~ organi cation OF company ..-e.,..,. 10 Al
Officers elected for ensuing year; President,
Jobn RYAN: Secretary and Treasurer, Thomas
Pendleton; Directors, Geo. w. Lee. John Ryan,
rrhomes Pendlcton, II. +. w. Ciinkhammer. ,. A.
Hatch Ezra Abrams, VIM Gates, Arcns Calkins,
ana 'osepn nv GEO. W. LEE, Secretary.
bloomington, January {, 1851.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

THE Reading Club met at Mr.. John
Schreiner's on Saturday evening last,
and some fine selections from Bacon
were rendered for the evenings enter
tainment. 1t is very pleasant social
organization and is easily maintained.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

H. c. SMITH, British Hollow, tells in
q new advertisement this week that he
can make the sparks fly from his anvil,
aud make and repair plows cheaper
than any man in America.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

MIR. DURAND reports his sons doing
we'll at Usage, Iowa; Fred giving strict
attention to his bookstore and news
stand, and Harlan, otheswise Harley"
doing u good drug trade.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

THERE will be four regular eclipses
this year, and in addition we shall have
the transit of Mercury. Two Of the
eclipses, one partial of the sun, May
p. and 4 total eclidse Of the moon June
1l-l2, together with the transit will
be visible.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

MIR. d, GRIFFITH, Of this place, has
pair Of hobs II buggy and light wagon
that he desires to trade for wood. or
money.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

MR. GIBBONS, of Millville, here on
business trip. Says he came near burn
inc out on the cold day Friday. Mr..
Horsfall and others saved him.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

DoNAvIN' ; Original Tenneseeans will
give a concert at Boscobel on the 9th
INST, but are not coming to Lancaster
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20
lancaster, Thursday, january 20. ISL.
NNtica.

VIM. Rothschild is authorized to at
tend to any business of TIE HERALD
that may be entrusted him, receive sub
-erption money, advertising, &c. in
any part of the county.
Also we have made the same arrange
ment with John II. Reed, Of Lancaster
who is now travelling in the interest Of
his School Penmanship Charts.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20


FIN at the Post Office on Sunday. No
mail for three days. Everybody mad
IN consequence, aggravated also by cold
weather. At church everybody's mind
lightly turned TO thoughts of mail in
stead Of soaring into ETHEREAL regions.
Whistle sounded about noon. astonishing
the natives Thode Burr dropped the
gravy bowl at dinner, put his napkin
by mistake in side pocket with tip out.
and started for post of duty Big crowd
about postoffice Jed's barouche, filled
with mail sacks, drives up and unloads.
Whoop! Open the door. Thode tacks
up notice on outside door as follows:
. Doors open after mail is distributed
Crowd reads with mouth open. Every
body waits-waits still waiting Sam
Green got ready to go to Platteville but
forgot. Too much excitement. Wife
at home waiting with furs on. He
. caught it, presumably. Still wait
ing for mail, At last! Grand rush.
Thode equal to the emergency, uses
hands, fingers, toes, mouth, eyes VIII
Richards ditto. Everybody gets mail,
except Squire Baldwin. 1t was an "off
day. with him. Everybody happy and
pockets full of literature, especially The
HERALD man. Its fun for the boys but
death to the postmaster.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1881-01-20

Miss NETr1E BECKER died in Lancas-
ter last Thursday from throat disease,
aggravated, no doubt, by exposure
She was about 10 years old, and served
at homework at the Lancaster house.