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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
The Farmers Most Active Enemy,

This destroyer of the farmers hard
earned savings is on every farm, in
every house, and never leaves us day
or night, summer or winter. 1t dam
ages at midnight, and destroys at noon
day. The marks of its teeth may be
seen on the pasture fence, it is wasting
the barn stills. and pegging away at your
sulky pillow. Even iron and steel are
not exempt from its ravages. The
pillow comes in from the field bright with
use; next week it needs several hours
of work and worry to make it scour.
You lend your new bright hand-saw to
neighbor, who kindly leaves it lying
on the grass a night or two, and its con-
dition when returned mars its useful
ness, and lessons your faith in human
nature A careless farmer leaves his
new mower in the field, or the fence
corner until next summer, by which
time this fell destroyer has damaged it
one-third of its value. The sections
are black with rust, the journals are all
gummed, and the wood work is pene-
trated and weakened in every part.
Those who have read thus far, will
have recognized this enemy as rust, rot,
or decay, the most active promoter of
which is oxygen. This invisible gas
forms one-fifth of the entire bulk of the
air, and eight-ninths of the weight of
all the water on the globe. While of
the greatest value in the economy of
life, it is also destructive agent of the
most untiring kind. Yet its ravages are
easily checked in many instances. A
thin covering of some oil will perfectly
protect steel and iron from its action.
A coat of paint good enough to keep
water from soaking into wood, will pro-
tect it from decay almost indefinitely.
In the far West, where buildings some-
what more expensive than in the East,
farmers are disposed to leave their farm
tools out of doors the year round. Such
men are making great mistake. If
they are not able to afford shelter for
their tools, they can buy gallon of
paint, which, if carefully applied to the
woodwork will go long way towards
protecting it from decay. 1t is certain
that if the farmers of any State would
expend one thousand dollars for paint
next year for this purpose, they would
save ten thousand now likely TO be ut
terly lost. If any one thinks this over
stated, let him look around among his
neighbors, and see the hundreds and
hundreds of dollars worth of machinery
that is going to ruin from decay, which
little paint would prevent. Her eat
least in the protection of farm imple-
ments a penny saved is as good as a
penny earned. Agricniturist
for J0nudrH.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

A prominent and successful m anufac-
turer of iron and steel goods said in our
presence few days since-the recent
depression and closing of iron works
being under discussion--that if the coun-
try could be assured that the Demo
cratic party would not come into power,
or that they would content themselves
without tinkering the tariff there would
be no trouble about the iron trade il
would adjust itself on permanent ba-
SIS, and healthful activity would take
the place of uncertainty and depression.
The same thing is unquestionably true
of other lines of trade.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

MIR. Kasson, of Iowa, long represent
alive in Congress, from that state, an
nominees his determination to retire to
private life at the close of his present
term. in order to devote himself more
closely 10 literature. HIS course is
universally regretted by members OF
both political parties, as b. is repre-
sentative whose ability e country
in Congress cannot well aiiord 70 rose
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

The Republicans have completed the
organization of the Senate by the cleo
ton of Gen. Arson G. McCook, of New
York, Secretary; Charles w. johnson
of Minnesota, Chief Clerk Rev. f.
d. Huntley, d. d., formerly of Wisconsin
Chaplain; and VIM. p Canady, of North
Carolina, Sergeant-at-Arms.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
Questions Better not Asked.

When a mans wife comes in and sees
him, razor in hand. and with his face
all lather. and asks him: s.Are YOU
shaving?" it's provoking thing for
him to answer: NO, I'm blacking the
stove" but it is human nature to SO re-
ply. Hartford Times.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

The Republican National convention
will be composed of S2S delegates, OF
whom sixteen will represent the Dis
trict of Columbia and Territories that
have no electoral vote, while SIG will
represent the Southern States conceded
to the Democrats. Only AS votes in
convention are required to nominate.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
Republican National Convention.
Va
Chicago, June 3, 1854.

THE Republican National Convention will
meet in Chicago, Ill, on Tuesda June g. 1881,
at ~ o'clock noon, for the nomln on of capdi-
dates to be supported for Pres & and Vice
President at the next election. , Republican
electors OF the several states ands ther voters
without regard to past political d. rences, who
are in favor OF the eleyating anC gnifyine Of
American labor, extending and . scting home
industry, giving free popular ed ton to the
masses OF the people, securing fr suffrage and
an honest counting of the ballots .ctualfy pro-
tecting all human rights in every ,tion OF our
common country, and who desi TO promote
friendly feeling and permanent ha' ny through
out the land by securing Nation Government
pledged TO these objects and pr )les are cor
daily invited to send from each four dele
gates at large, for each Congressional District
two delegates. and each representative at large
two Delegates
d. NJ. sABIN, Chairman.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

Captain Hall, of the United States
Secret Service, gives the pGt,ic notice
that there is in circulation very
dangerous counterfeit IS gold coin. 1t
contains $3.50 of pure gold, is nearly
of the right weight. and has remark
ably good appearance.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

The King OF Spain. in az address TO
his Ministerial Council, at le opening
~. C,,,as announces It the mis-
.,,,s,onding with Fran growing
!, tho insults received the King
p.r;. has been .'satis ,torily ar
-, aud that frien relations
have been re-established.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

On Thursday last, Dubuque chose by
majority of 1,147 to have more rail-
road facilities and, as soon as the sea-
son will permit dirt will fly on the Du-
huuue and Northwestern.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
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BEETOWN.
BRITISH HOLLOW.

1--|@-~@-r~~o~~~-~~
Agent-R. S. MORSE, Beetown, General
Collecting Agent and Notary Public. Business
promptly attended to.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
AGENCIES,

No attention will be paid to anonymous cores
pondents All articles for publication must be
signed by the name of the writer; not for publ
cation. unless tits wished but as a guarantee
OF good faith. General correspondence must be
received by Monday evening In order to insure
publication tue same week. No rejected manu-
scripts will be returned unless accompanied by
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Subscribers wishing their postofice address
changed should send their old as well as theme
address.
The postage on THE HERALD Is one cent for
anywhere in the United States or Europe
TnE HERALD is sent TO subscribers until an
explicit order is received by the publisher for
its discontinuence, and all payment Of arrear-
ages is made according to law.
The Courts have decided that all subscribers
60 newspapers are held responsible until arrear.
ages are paid and their papers are ordered to be
discontinued.
The price for legal advertising is fixed by law.
and advertisements OF this character win be
charged legal rates.
Advertisements ordered out before expiration
OF contract will be charged transient rates
No Special Position" win be given advertisers
No advertisements win be inserted for foreign
advertisers at less rates than tina charged home
patrons.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
NEXT :, :,
HfTEfTTE ENTERTAINMENT OF
the Lancaster Public
I'LL School Lecture AS
"Nu sociation will be
n at Hyde's Hall,
m THURSDAY
"a. P. Burbank,


Humorous and Dramatic Elocutionist. There
is no question that Mr.. BURBANK holds the high
est position in America in his peculiar line Of
business His success has been unparalleled in
the annals of the platform.
No society individual manager need feel
the slightest doubt to the satisfactory result Of
an engagement with him. WegudrdHtee satisfac-
ton.
The proceeds of this Course are to go towards
buying Piano for our School Chapel and all are
earnestly invited to be present.
READ THE PRESS NOTICES.
The most pretentious, well as the most
difficult, number on the programme was the
scene from RIP VAN WINKLE,' where. after
arousing from sleep, he looks around. bewildered
for the familiar scenes and faces of the village of
Falling Water.
The entire pers0natioR scds fduittess; the way
ering voice, facial expressions and simulated age
were most admirably affected. In the scenes
displays rare intensity OF emotional expression.
Chicago Times
It was not by the clappingof kid gloved hands
alone that Mr.. BURBANK was assured of his
power over the feelings of his listeners. He saw
that he moved them to tears or convulsed them
with laughter by turns and catching inspiration
from the sympathy in which he soon found him
self with his audience he improved with each
succeeding recitation. and Mr. BURBANK made
two delightful hoursslip away only too quickly
Ne1c YORK. Sun.
Testimonials to an unlimited number might be
added from the New York Tribune, Boston Post,
New York World, New York Herald, Boston Ad-
vertiser and others. Beyond doubt Mr.. BURBANK
Is the greatest living Elocutionist and Inaper-
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27

@~0~~-~~0~~~~~~O~~"OoONO~~
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. VINCENT, Brit
lsh Hollow, Wis. ,Auctioneer and Collector. Bust
ness attended to promptly in all parts Of Grant
county.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-12-27
Democratic Dilemma.

- - ID. NJ. ShbI-F, NHuIfl
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27
Dakota Letter.
BARTLETT, U. T., 1883.

ED. GRAPHIC Happening to get
hold of 4 copy of your valuable paper
the other day it reminded me of the
fact that once had the pleasure OF
spending year in Kirksville. attend
ing the Normal. 1t was then uuder
the presidency of that good, and NOBLE
]. Baldwin, his kindly spoken word
and earnest grasp of the hand have
done more to direct the student into
right channels of thought than mere
rhetorical palaver. His words ofwis-
dom and admonition were treasured
up in many boyish heart and prove
to be the seed rightly sown that in
after life. has broght forth an abundant
harvest. Prof Mason, with Greenwood,
butcher and Others had their work to
do and well did each do his part. 1t
would be a great pleasure to me to
visit my old "Almamater," and catch
a sight OF that busy throng hard at work.
The school still lives and while the
founder of it has gone elsewhere to
labor for and in the cause ofeducation
ii is fair to suppose that the guidance
OF that old educational ship Is in the
hands OF an able and worthy man.
hould these line meet the eye of a
student of the Normal, let me admon-
sish him to 60 on in the good work
until the highest round in the ladder Is
reached whether it takes four years or
six. Don't be satisfied with 4 mere
taste but drink deep at the fountain of
knowledge. You will look back with
pride upon that hour when you became
a member OF Alumni of the
Kirksville Normal. We meet an oc-
casional Normalte wherever We 20,
he latest one is G. w. Sublett Of the
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27
Knitted Shell Lace.
,ast on ten stitches.

Cast on ten stitches.
First row-Slip one, knit one, over,
narrow, ovxr, narrow, over three times.
narrow, over twice, purl two together. ::
Second row-Over twice, purl two
together, knit two, purl one in the next
loop, knit one, purl one, knit one, purl
one. knit one, purl one, knit one, knit
two.
Third row-Slip one, knit one, over,
narrow, knit one, over narrow, knit
four, over twice, purtwo together.
Fourth row-Ove twice, purl two,
together, knit FIVE, purl one, knit tw O
purl one, knit two,
Fifth row-Slip one, knit one, over.
narrow, knit two, over, narrow. knit
three, over twice, purl two together.
Sixth row-Over twice, purl two to-
gether, knit fonr. purl one, knit three,
purl one, knit two.
Seventh row-Slip one, knit One over,
narrow. knit three, over, narrow, knit
two, over twice, pnrl two together.
Eighth row-Over twice, purl two
together, knit three, purl one, knit four.
pearl one, knit two
Ninth row-Slip one, knit one, over,
narrow, knit four, over, narrow. knit
one, over twice, purl two together. -. -
Tenth row-Over twice, purl two to-
gteher, knit two, purl one, knit five, purl
one, knit two.
Eleventh row-Shp one, knit one,
over. narrow, knit five. over, narrow.
over twice, purl two together.
Twelfth row-Bind off three, then
take the stitch on the right hand needle
and put it back on the lett hand needle.
over twice, purl two together, knit live,
purl one, knit two.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27

Leading physicians and
clergymen use and recon-
mend BRowN's IRON BIT
TIERS. 1t has cured others
suffering as you arc, and it
will cure you.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27
Notice to Contractors.

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will
Ne. TO the lowest biddcd the contract for building
q schc oil house. In school district No. !: town-
shto No. 81, Range Is The building to he built In
strict conformity with pa's and specification
which subject to inspection ut the residence OF
e. A. Miles at Willard. All bids to be delivered to
kald Miics sealed, before the first day of
August 1888. Contract will he ..wared on the End
day August following hut the undersigned reser-
Ia the right IN reject any and all bids
H. their judgement II would he TO their interest so
to de-. Said building to he completed on or before
the Oth day of September 1888. Nothing to he paid
ich building until It shall he completed and
accepted by the school board OF said district: all
material used in the erection of said building shall
he good. and all wo-k shall he done in 4 good.
substantial neat ana workmanlikc manner.
July 10Th, 1883. G. a. MILsS.)
We. HYNps. directors,
GEO. MILLER,
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27

EXECUTOR'S notice. Notice is hereby given
II thar letters tes'amentary upon the estate of
Susannah Shoemaker late of Adair county. de
ceased, nave been granted to the undersigned
Sas Z. Mehurien, by the Probate court OF the
county of Adair, bearing date the 18th of May
1883.
All persons having claims against said estate are
required to exhibit them 10 me for allowance with
In year after the date OF said lett rs or they may
be precluded from any benefit of such estate and If
snch claims be not exhibited within two years from
the time of the publication of :his notice they will
be forever barred. s. G.. MEHUHlEN.
Executor of Susann all shoemaker. deceased
July 10th, 1883. l2-at
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27
New Way Of Making Rugs.

The rags to be cut as for carpet
rags. Then take a long piece and
twist another piece on to it, exactly as
you put hair on a hair-pin to make it
way. Sew this braid in round or
oval mats. like common braided ones,
and you " u have a rug that has not its
equal for wear, and pretty, too. if nice
made.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27
0h,MyBack!

That's a common express
sion and has a world Of
meaning. How much suf-
fering is summed up in it.
The singular thing about
it is, that pain in the back
is occasioned by so MANY
things. May be caused by
kidney disease, liver COM
plant, consumption, cold,
rheumatism, dyspepsia, over
work, nervous debility, &c.
Whatever the don't
neglect it. Something is
wrong and needs prompt
attention. No medicine has
yet been discovered that
will SO quickly and surely
cure such diseases as
Browns IRON BlrTERs, ard
it does this by commencing
at the foundation, and max
ing the blood pure and rich.
Logansport. Ind. Dec. I, 1880.
For long time l have been
sufferer from stomach and kidney
disease. My apr~.:.--- F---
and the very small amount did cat
disagreed with me. Twas annoyed
very much from non-retcntion OF
urine. l tried many remedies with
no success, until used Browns
Iron Bittcrs. Since / used that my
stomach does not bother me any.
Myappetitc is simply immense. My
kidney trouble is no more, and my
general health is such, that feel
like a new man. After the use OF
Browns Iron BtteIs for one month.
/ have gained twenty pounds in
weight .. =. SARGENT.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27

NOTICE OF FINAL SETTLEIENT:-NOtic is
~ hereby given To all creditors and others in
t.resfrd In The estate of L. j. HHr. deceased, that
Mary l.. Hurl. administrative of said estate will
make final settlement thereof NJ the next term of
the Probate court of Adair comfy to he held in
kirksville on the 18th day of August lsS3.
MARY l.. HURD.
Fit Ad- inistr,,triN.
Weekly graphic. [volume] (Kirksville, Adair Co., Missouri) 1880-1949, 1883-07-27

A DMINIsTRATRIX's NOTiCE:-Notice is here
"A by gwen that let ers of administration upon
deceased. have been grant d 10 the under
signed. Margaret JefIrics by the PrOba court of
Adair coul ty bearing date the 9th day ofJune. 1888,
All persons having claims against said estate are
required to exhibit them TO III. for allowance with
in rhc date of said letters they may
be precIuded from any btneiI of such estate and
If such claims he not exhibited within two years
from the time of til. publication ofthis notice ey
will be forever barred. MAGARET JEFFRIEs.
Administrators of John Jcffries, deceased.
July 10th, 1855. l2-4t
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1883-11-27


GLASGOW, SCOTLAND, November 81
Dobie & Co., ship builders, failed to day,
Twelve hundred workmen have thereby
been thrown out of employment.
LONDON, November 27.--The Times
states authoritatiyely that Eyeringtonr
the English representative at the Vatican,
is not empowered to negotiate in behalf
of the Irish prelstes. Many American
Bishops are said to be strongly opposed to
the object, Everington alleged to have
in view to obtain fiom the Pope further
condemnation of the Irish political move
ment.
PARIS, November 27.--The trial Of
Charles DuBull, alias Marquis de Rails, on
the charge of fraud in connection with an
attempt to found colony in part of
Great Britain, was begun to-day. There
are eleven co-defendants, eight under bal
and three fugitiyes, and forty witnesses
for the prosecution.
BERLIN, November H.-Count Won
Moltke has been appointed by the Em'
peror Chancellor of the order of the
Black Eagle.
PARIS, November 27.-Raux DE Frais.
sinet has failed. The banker was the
head Of one of the first banking firms o.
Marseilles and had large credit relations
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1883-11-27
THE MISSISSIPPI AND ITS
TRIBUTARIES.
Improvement Convention Called At
Washington February 6tb
The Basis Of Representation for
Commercial and Other
Bodies.

ST. LOUIS, November H.-The Missis-
sippi River Improvement Committee met
and adopted call for a convention for
the improvement Of the Mississippi river
and It's navigable tributaries, to be held
at Washington City on the 9th Of Febru-
ary, 1884. The call is addressed TO the
people Of the Mississippi valley, and to
those communities which are in
hearty sympathy with the objects TO
be attained, In view of the magnitude Of
interests involved and the results TO be ac-
oomplished, we cordially and earn
estly invite commercial bodies OF the vAls
ley, and all those sections Of our common
country thhat are interested in the ques-
ton of cheap transportation TO this con-
vention. Itis all important that those
who are sent as delegates should
fully comprehend the necessity Of this
action, and possess ability to represent
this great interest at stake. The basis Of
representation in this convention should
be as follows Ten delegates
at largs from twenty-six States, and FIVE
from each Territory, TO be appointed by
the Governor. From commercial bodies,
FIVE members for each two hundred mem
bers. Said bodies will be entitled to at
least five delegates from each corporate,
Where no Exchange exists three dele
gatos may be appointed by the Mayors
The President and Vice President Of the
United States, members of the Cabinet
Senators and Representatives in Congress
and the Governors of the States and Ter
ritories are invited as guests Of the Con-
vention, and will be assigned seats on the
floor during It's deliberations.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1883-11-27

As will be seen by our dispatches, a
very important convention of the CONS
munities interested in the improvement
Of the Mississippi river and its tributaries,
has been called TO meet at Washington on
the 9th of FEBRUARY next. The twenty-six
States and the Territories interested in
this great question will doubtless be fully
represented upon the basis given. Wash
ington is the place to hold such
convention, where its objects and
determination can be forced upon the at
tention OF Congress. Memphis and the
other cities of the great valley will see to
it that men are sent to represent them
who understand the question in all its
practical bearings, and who are in full
sympathy with the movement.
Public ledger. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1865-1893, 1883-11-27

Mr.. Ballard Smith, the new managing
editor Of the New York Herald, IL we
mistake not, is native Of Tennessee. A
dozen years ago he was a member Of the
Courior-Journal stat, and afterward was
writer on the Louisville Evening Ledg.
er. When that paper suspended, he went
to New York and became city editor Of
the World. He became prominent
almost from the first. Next he
became night editor of the
Sun and remained on that paper sew
eral years, then became city editor of the
Herald and recently, when Edward
Flynn, the managing editor, was given
leave ofabsence for European tour, Mr..
Smith was chosen his successor. He has
worked his way up to about the highest
position in the profession and is still COM
paratively young man. Such things
are possible in great city and the com.
pensation corresponds to the responsible
ty and the honor.