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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
HOW TOBUY A HORSE.

Look at him standing quietly in his
stable to see that he has no trick like
that of putting one hind foot over the
other. In doing this he often cuts the
fore part of his hind foot with the sharp
calks of his shoe, thus making him lame
for months. When brought out, do moi
allow him to be jockeyed in his PAGES
Take your stand on one side of the road,
let him walk naturally and quietly by;
then turn and walk by, showing his other
side. Now look at his eyes, and make a
motion with your hand toward them as if
you intended to strike. If he winks
quickly or draws the head back, the Wis
ion may be depended on generally as
good, and no blindness in him The eye
should be moderately prominent. Sunk
en- eyes are apt to get blind as the horse
grows old, and often characterizes vic
ious temper. Examine the teeth, and see
that they are sound, strongly set and even.
Look at his fore legs and notice if he has
strong knee joints, and that they are not
sprung. Examine the hind legs clorely
above and below the hooks for any swell
ings, and especially for curbs and spavins
NOW look dt iii lliC k'ttSCCAA .Johhlo ohNs HSS
if clear of cuts from interfering, or If
there are any scars on them in conse-
quence of this The pasterns should be ra-
ther short for carriage horse, and not
much sloping. If the latter are long and
elastic, they are apt to give out at hard
pull. In race horse such pasterns are
less Objectionable. In heavy draft
horse they are objectionable
The feet are often passed over, but a
thorough examination Of these is OF the
utmost importance. They shall be rea-
sonably large, the hoofs clear and tough,
free from cracks, not shelly, and we'll set
up at the heels, otherwise they will soon
wear down on pavements or hard roads,
and the horse becomes foot-sore. If al
ways to be kept in the country to work
on farm or dirt roads, low wheels are
not so Objectionable. Lastly regard the
inside of the boots, ana see that there is a
good sized frog to soften the jar to the leg,
when the foot stamps the ground.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

The jaguar (felis onca) is the largest
of the carnivora found on either of the
American continents and its size,
strength and ferocity are such that it is
otter called the South American tiger.
It is found both in North and South Am
erica, generally between the tropics, and
as far north as the Red River, La; and
the larger specimens are but little small
er than the average tiger OF Asia. The
height at the shoulder is frequently near
" three feet. The skin is beautifully
marked with black circles enclosing gray
ish spots, on a ground color varying from
light brown to ashv yellow; but the con
figuration of the marks varies widely on
different specimens, and sometimes even
on the same animal. Humboldt, states
that 1000 laguar skins are annually ex-
ported from Buenos Ayres, and they are
nuch valued for their beauty.
sThe habitat Of tho iaguar is generally
a thick forest, especially in the neighbor-
hood Of river, as the animal swimS
well. and will catch fish for its meals
when flesh is scarce. When driven by
hunger it does not hesitate to visit the
abodes of man, and its strength enables
it 70 kill and carry otfa horse or COW with
ease Its favorite mode of attack is to
leap on the victims back, and, by plac-
ing paw on the head and the other on
the muZzle, to sudd' My break its neck.
1t, however, rarely attacks man, and then
its hunger and ierocity are such as to
make it terrible. 1t is very fond of tur-
ties, and extracts the flesh from the shell
with great skill.
\ recent writer asserts that the yaria-
ton Of the marks on the skin of the ag-
uar is due to climatic influences, the spec
les beng found over territory ranging
from 81 degrees south latitude to % de-
grees north, from the Argentine Repub-
lie to Texas. Like its Asiatic cousin, the
tiger, the jaguar cannot be tanned, long
confinement ample food, aud kind treat
ment doing nothing to check It's terocity.
1t Is therefore constant source OF alarm
to the neighborhood where it lives, which
alarm Is not diminished by the fact that
its predat)ry excursions are always made
night. 1t Is exceedingly subtle, ap-
proacning its prey noiselessly, and walk
ing behind bushes or other screens till
near enough for action; it then makes
some slight noise with its tail, which al
arms the victim and seldom fails to in
duce him to move to find the cause of The
disturbance. The jaguar then springs on
the neck OF the prey, tears the throat to
pieces) or breaks the neck, above describ-
ed), and carries off some portion of the
carcass; next day it viii probably return
ro' another meal, and this gives an op-
portunity of tracking the beast to his
lair. Bnt although the jaguars are num-
erous IN the region which we have men
TONED as their home, their sagacity en-,
ables them to keep well concealed and
o-,t o. the range OF the rifle.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
THE EARTHQUAKE AT CHIC.

The first shock was fdt on Sunday af-
ternoon about 1870 o'cock, and imme-
diately the houses began to fall Wild
shrieks were heard on every side, and
followed an awful sile1ce of some min
utes. The terrified survivors gradually
ventured out into the narrow lanes and
reached the open space. Shortly after
ward another terrible shock occurred and
completed the devastation. The myster-
ious subterranean forces then remained
quiet till sunset, when they again began
to shakethe island throughout as severe
ly as before. All night shocks succeed
ed each othcr at short intervals, each one
being preceded by dull sounds like sub
terranean, explosions. Since that time
frequent shocks have been feit A few
minutes ago, while writing the present
dispatch, distinctly heard the explosion
like sound and fell the earth trembe, but
as | am under canvas have nothing to
fear. The old Geloese fortress, contain
ing about 400 houses inhabited by Mus
sulsmans and Jews, has suffered more
than the rest of tie town. The ground
there sank about lalf meter, and near
lyall the houses wep Immediately destroy
ed. Several hundRd persons must have
perished. 1t is knovn that about thirty
Mussulsman' womln were assembled in
one OF the nous s. ind not one of them
escaped. A medicd commission is set
ting at this momentto consider whether
it would not be well to refrain from re-
moving the rubbish in the fortress and
cover it over with arth, for there is no
hope of saving any lives, and the disin-
terment Of the dead at present might
produce an epidemic The southern part
OF the island Is said To have suffered even
more than this town. At present, it is
believed that throughout the whole is
land, which contains some 70, 600 inhabi-
tants, about 5000 or 1000 have been
killed, and % per cent of the survivors
wounded.-Chio Dispatch to ne Londcn
Times.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

John M. Clay, the son and heir of
Henry Clay, OWNS and manages a fine
stock farm about two miles from Lexing-
ton, KY, adjoining tie old Clay home
stead, which is owned by the State. He
makes speciality of breeding fine horses.
A correspondent who visited him recent
ly describes him as San eccentric person
age, who has been made stoop-shouldered
carrying the burden of his fathers great
ness; a sharp-faced man. past the meri-
dian Of life, very positive and decided in
his manner, and not very well liked
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

Bishop Burgess, (Roman Catholic) of
the Detroit diocesa, has issued pastoral
in which he says: owe hereby forbid and
prohibit each and every Catholic in orr
diocese to get up or aid in arranging or
organizing public picnic, excursions on
the rivers, lakes or railroads, and to join,
take part in any such or similar public
amusement gotten up by others on Sun
day, a holiday, or any other day of the
week. Moreover we forbid and prohibit
;he holding OF fairs for the benefit of
churches, schools, or other charitable in
stitutions of our diocese, without first sub
mitting for approval in writing the reasons
therefor" The bishop claims that such
excursions, picnics, ETC., are detrimental
to the morals of his flock, especially the
young.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
The announcement that Edwin Booth

The announcement that Edwin Booth
would cancel his engagements in London,
and return nome with his invalid wife, is
contradicted. Mrs. Booth is too feeble to
bear the strain of another sea voyage.
Neither her husband or any of her friends
including the eminent physician, Sir
William Jenner, have had for the last
month the least hope of her final recov-
cry. Her father, Mr.. J. III. McVicker,
of Chicago, has sailed for England, to see
his daughter once more before she dies.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
DISREALI'S WIFE.

In 1889 he married Mary Anne, the
widow Of Mr.. Wyndham Lewis, his former
colleague in the representation of Maid
stone, and the only daughter Of johnny
ans, Esq. To this lady, in the following
terms, he gracefully inscribed one Of
his works Of fiction: II would inscribe
this work to one whose noble spirit and
gentle nature ever prompt her to sympa-
thize with suffering-to one whose sweet
voice has often encouraged, and whose
taste aud Judgment have ever guided
its pages-the most sevese of critics, but a
perfect wife"
At banquet given him at Edinburgh,
in 1867, he thus speaks of her. VIII lie
returning thanks for her health being pro-
posed: '1 do owe to that lady ali think
l ever accomplished, because she has sup
ported me by her council and consoled me
by the sweetness of her mind and dispo-
sition.' In December 1868. she was
created Viscountess Beaconsfeld. he de-
clining at that time the rank he accepted
for his wife. She died in 1870
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
ECONOMY IS THE ORDER OF THE
DAY.

The most economic, as well as best out
ward and inward remedy in use is DR..
Thomas Eclectric Oil, because it requires
such moderate quantity to achieve de-
cisiye effects in case of lung and throat
disease, rheumatism, kidney troubles,
piles, hurts, sores. etc.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

Since 1S27-half century we may
call it-ten of England's Prime Ministers
have died. George Canning, Lord Ripon.
the Duke of Wellington, Earl Grey, Lord
Melbourne, Sir Robert Peel, Earl Russell.
Lord Derby, Lard Palmerston, and now
Lord Beaconsfeld Of these, the onIy
one who accepted the visit of clergyman
in his closing hours was Lord Grey. The
others, though all save Palmerston and
Melbourne, loud declaimers about tho
church through their political life, did
not avail themselves OF its consultations &C
its close.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

ELGIN, H., April 2S.-An appalling
disaster occurred here this morning, and
has shrouded the city in gloom. When
the bridges We're carried out by tie floods
last week, the Council ordered Temporal
ry ferry across the Fox river. A small
scow was rugged to a wire cable, and
made its first trip last evening.
On It's second trip, this morning, when
overloaded with thirty men and Children
1t overturned in midstream, and the whole
number were precipited into the mad tor
rent. Two little girls were saved, and it
IS thought third, frances Creighton,
who was rescued will be resuscited.
SIxteen persons are known to be saved !:
three-Guy Carlile, aged Is, son of Sup
ervisor Carlisle; Leo Taylor, aged Is, and
Tom Murphy, aged 80, are known to be
drowned. Ten persons are missing.
Intense excitement is caused by the
awful calamity, and the river is being
dragged by large crowds.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
A BACHELORS RIYERIE.

Fancy free are a bachelors rVeries. cheer
lily, merrily passes hB life,
Nothing knows he of cunnDial deviltries,
troublesome children and clamor-
Gus wife,
But when bones are aching,hrough rheu-
mates "not toil'
Who but wife can rub we'll in Eclectric
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
ONE WAY OF GETTING ALONG.

The servant of an officer with a fiery
temper, was asked how he got along ''Oh
excellent" every morning We beat each
others coat, He takes his off to be beat,
/ keep mine on. Spring Blossom beats
everything for curing Indigestion, Sick
Headache, Biliousness, etc. Prices: 81.
and so cents.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

General Malone mas two sons and a
daughter, all old enough to take their
places ir society in Washington. His
wife is a very accomplished lady and the
exact contrast physically to her husband.
She weighs over 200 pounds, and is said
to nave possessed remarkable personal
beauty in her day. Next to Alexander
Stephens, General Malone is the small
est man that has ever been in Congress-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

Pools ISLAND, n. T., September 26th.
DEAR SIRs:-I have been Watching
the progress of your Electric Oil since its
introduction to this place, and with much
pleasure state that anticipation of its
success have been fully realized, it having
cured me Of bronchitis aud soreness Of
nose; while not fey of my rheumatic
neighbors' Gone old lady in particularly
pronounces it to be he best article of its
kind that has ever jeen brought before
the public. Your Dediciue don't require
any longer sponsc, but if you wish me
to act as such, | shall be only be too hap
py to have nay mann connected with your
prosperous child, lam yours, &c.
JAMES CULLEN.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
EXPERIENTIA ROGET

We must tell some men great deal to
teach them little, but the knowledge of
the curative properties of Spring Blossom
inJcases of sick headache, Indigestion and
Biliousness. etc. Prices: ST., and so
cents.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
heATLANT'n M'looN'!THL.Y
FOR 1SS L.
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Jr author of sThe Americans" 1.-The Euro
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ESSAYS
On biographical, historical, and social subjects,
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the social, political, and religious life of the
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s'Early Culture Myths. and Folklore of our
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DISCUSSIONS OF LIVING CUES
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Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

James Pear on, 2S SSxthstreet, Buffalo,
says: have used your Spring Blossom
for myself and family, andthink it inval-
liable as household remely, for regul-
ating the bowels, liver AID kidneys, l
shall never be without it. Prices: ST.,
and so cents.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

Marriages and deaths inserted gratis
Professional ami Bpsiness Cards $500 year
Rusiness notices il local column 10 cents per
ne for first insertion. and five cents for subse-
uent insertions.
Advertisements not accompanied with d1rec,
ons will be inserted till forbid, and charged
)r accordingly.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY.
Academic Department.

The Spring Term OF this department opened..on
Monday. Marcl zS, and continues till the middle
of June next
The studies pursued win be: All OF the Eng
iish Branches, Grammar, Rhetoric and Lltera-
ture German, French, Mathematics, Book
Keeping Natural Science, Ancient History,
,gllsh History, United States History and Civil
=aszzsssrnment Weekly Compositions and Com
mercla,l Correspondence.
In addition to the usual term work, there Will
be reviews Of the work done during the year;
thus making this terms most beneficial one 10
all intending to qualify for teaching, or pass the
examinations III scientific schools
In order to meet the wants of the city and the
surrounding country, Ladies' Class has been
formed. and added to this department. Special
mans IS taken in the education of the young
ladies entrusted to our care in this depal tment,
in nrder To give them thorough and practical
education in all or any of the above named
studies -,
will please apply at an early date, either per-
sonally or by letter to ,ec r.o,;so,. o.o
r. SNYDER.
o4ma prof of the English Language.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
W. G.. SPALDING.

.,oysician and Surgeon and Examing Surgeon
FOR Pensions Office over Bank of Watertown
building, up stairs.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

wo+artavvn Inn,ber Yard Lumber of every
description Lath and shingles constantly on
hand and for sale at the lowest Market Prlce' at
I he Milwaukee Depot, Watertown, WIS
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
Eugene GOekdReT
49, DEN z Is Z,

Second Door East of Post Offer, Watertown
Wis. Teeth extracted without pain; Artlhclai
teeth inserted on gold, silver ana ruoper plateS
Teeth filled with gold and silver, and all work
warranted to give entire satisfaction.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04
business 9oros.

DANIEL HALL. u b. SklNNEk.
iALL & SKIM ER.
Attorneys and Counselors at Law and Solicit
ors in Chancery. Have complete ABSTRACT OF
he records of all titles and membranes on
aal estate in Jefferson county. Office over Wis
;onsin National Bank, at the former Office OF
Enos & Hall.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1881-05-04

NJ s. x Z A. BARBER.
Physicians and Surgeons office, L door west of
W H Rohr's = floor Office hours from TO l.
A. NJ.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1881-02-03
PROFESSOR W. D CUMMINGS LECTURES.

Tomorrow evening Prof W. D. Cunning will
begin series OF lectures on the Life History Of
the Earth, 10 Clark's Hall, and continue for six
successive Friday evenings These lectures are
OF rare geological merit and are rendered unus'
uslly attractive by many crayon representations
Of extinct animals, birds and REPTILES The Eve.
ming Post Of San Francisco comments as follows
on one of Prof, Cummings lectures
"Those who heard Prof. Cummings admirable
lecture last evening on gold and silver making
as illustrated by the Comstock lode, were recip'
tents Of an intellectual feast they will not soon
forget. The lecturer held a large audience near
ly two hours and not single person left the hall
Unrelieved by the brilliant flight Of oratory and
peetical description which are characteristic OF
Prof Cummings delivery, the lecture Of last eve
ming was a bold and severe, but most lucid, de
scriptlon of how the Titanic earth fssures known
as the Comstock lode was made and allied with
the precious metals, We have never known Q
savant possessed with such capacity for clear and
eloquent statement"
Tickets for the course, 81. Single admission q
cents
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1881-02-03
COMMON PLEAS COURT.

The following cases have been disposed Of sinot
our report last week
VIM. Pippitt VS. James D Coulter ct al. Tenn
porary injunction granted.
GF Breckel & Co. vs Henry Altekruse. Trial
jury Verdict for plaintiff for sS25.7S and Sl5 In
terest.
Isadore ChWartE VS. Orlando BaHserman ell
al. Report of Commissioners approved and sale
ordered.
Joseph CulbeGson vs. Joseph Culbenon ct al.
Decree for defendant for S2369O with interest
from Jan. H. 1881, and plaintiff for S374,5l
with per cent. interest from Jan. II, 1881, and
order to sell.
Jacob Vending VS. August lsler. Appeal. Yer
dict for defendant.
David Ntiswanger vs. Elizabeth Holm ct al.
Order Of distribution.
George W Cady & Co. VS. Margaret New ct al,
Decree fer plaintiff for SS27.45 with per cent.
interest fr I'm jan II, 1881, and order to sell.
GF BreCkel & Co. VS. Henry Altekruse, Sheriff,
replevln, Judgment for defendant for SS7C,7S,
and sale ordered.
Lucinda E Crevoisie VS. James Crevoisie. De.
cree for divorce and custody Of child.
David Naysmith We Jeanet Naysmith. Parti-
tlon ordered by the oaths Of Thomas Masters,
Nicholas schraeder and John Jacobs.
John W stansberrY VS. Valley Ry Co. Settled at
defendants costs.
Mary Monliu VS. Joseph Bissler. Dismissed by
plaintiff at her costs.
Albinus Langabach VS. Georg4 Burgley ct al.
Judgment by default for s166.25 and costs with
interest from Jan. II, 81.
Michp Kister VS. J G Good & Co. Settled and
costs paid.
Charles e Jarvis VS. John Smith ct ux Settled
and costs paid.
Kezlsh vs. james Barnett ct al. Decree for
DOVER
VIM Johnson ct al for franklin Henstl VS. Jas
Barnett ct al. Sale confirmed and deed ordered
and order Of distribution
Ohio vs. Mary ann WPlker, selling liquor to o
minor Plead guilty; fined IS and costs.
Ohio VS. Teresa AOuchey selling liquor 10 mi
nors. Plead guilty; fined 1926 and COSTS
George W Willis, admir- vs. VIM Baxter ct al
Decree for plaintiff against defendant Margaret
LOzer for S257.5O with per cent interest from
Jan, II, 'Sl, and order to sell.
Eli Hamlln OF al. Temporary Injunction
granted.
The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1881-02-03
MASSLLLON.

Mr.. Frank shepley ls night ticket agent and
watchman at the Fort Wayne depot.
1t is said that James Clark has rented the Ire.
mont House and will open 1t soon for public
patronage. This is move in the right direc'
tlon,
A gang Of ten negroes from Richmond, Va,
passed through MRssillon on Saturday, bound for
the Silver Creek coal mine, where they are going
to work.
The best musical talent Of MassillOn will Join
In the production Of the Operettn OF "Naiad
Queen" Monday and Tuesday evenings, the l4ih
and 18th
The grocery store formerly owned by Mr.. Fred
Breckel has been purchased by Mr.. Peter Berrar,
who will continue the business at the old place.
The Board of Health have prohibited the
keeping Of swine within the city limits except
by parties living In isolated portions Of the city
A grand "kick" from the pork raising portion Of
the community is anticipated