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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
Improving Farm Homes and Grounds.

The immediate surroundings of farm
ers' homes generally are far from being
as attractive in appearance as they can
easily be made. Indeed the rural front
yards are as a rule, much less beauti-
full and interesting than those of people
in the same general circumstances in
towns and cities. In the latter, lawns
are well cared for, and choice orna-
mental trees, shrubs, and flowers, are
much often met with than about coun-
try homes. There is no valid reason
for this. Such embellishments are not
more easily acquired in the ely, but
just the reverse. The farmer has teams,
implements and manures for putting
the house grounds in the best condition
for ornamental treatment; labor is
quite as cheap as in town, while sod
ding lawn costs far less in the country.
Trees and plants are as cheap to the
farmer as to any one, while in many
places some of the best kinds for orna-
ment can be had from the woods for the
digging.
There may be points in which life on
the farm lacks the attractions common
to town life, but in charming home
grounds the farmer is certainly to blame
if the city dweller excels him. 1t is
often wondered why country life has
not charms sufficient to hold the boys
to the farm, and that they grow up
longing for the city. If more attention
was given to making their home sur
roundings more cheerful and attractive
for the sons and others of the family,
there would be less heard of this trou-
BILE. And in all such work every prop
er effort is sure to be seconded by the
wife; while nothing is more natural than
for the children to be enthusiastic help
ers in this work. Such improvements
of course require some outlay, but this
can hardly prove otherwise than good
investment. Every dollar iudiciously
spent in this way will soon be returned
many fold in the increased valuation of
any place, should it be desirable to sell,
to say nothing of the greater happi-
ness and love of home that will thus be
inspired.
Now that long evenings are at hand,
this subject should receive due consid-
Grafton. Plans may be drawn up for
an improved arrangement of walks,
drives, flower beds, shrubbery, borders.
and other matters. Every detail of
these can be decided upon, and entered
upon a map, long before winter is over,
so that when spring opens the work
can go intelligently and to the best adj
vantage. american AgriculturiSt.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29

When Edison went to Boston with his
yellow linen breaches on in the middle
OF winter, says an exchange, the man.
ager of the office, finding he was an ex-
pert, hired him to keep the repeaters in
order. Edison worked at the instru-.
ments part of two days, and then was
caught by the manager of the Office
fooling with some new contrivances of
his own. Thought hired you to keep
these repeaters in order?'' said the
manager. "You did, said Edison;
but I've put kink or two into them
that will make them keep themselves in
order. From that day his fortune was
made.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29

The morning after the late election
the New York Sun presented the follow
ing Republican Presidential ticket for
1884: President, James g. Blaine of
Maine; Vice President, John A Logan
of Illinois," The Sun will require time
for consideration before it undertakes
to name a Democratic combination to
beat the above ticket.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29

Brothers SISTERS The general welfare this
District will be largely promoted by hearty cooperation and
est ask effort have Lodge well
you possibly send delegates please
sent in order that may know of the condition your
the good work doing CAPT CLEGHoRN will
different this County from the 18th the 10Th of December
and will also preside Convention Notices of places where
speak will hereafter the Lodges
have such notice made well known and all
lent meetings in a body.
Should be deemed advisable by the members Of the Convention
afternoon will be held Thursday for the
topics OF general interest and plans of
The members of Fennmoe Lodge determined do all their
power entertain delegates and visiting members and all
rest assured that you will with cordial greeting We
reasons to believe that this session win be interesting
and profitable held the District only through your
directed efforts this be therefore Act well all the
honor hes Most respectfully yours in F. H. & c.,
MAGGIE L. PHILLIPS,
EMMA SPRAGUE, : Committee
c. l.. HARPER, d. c. T. i HARPER
SA communications the should
D. r. Secretary, Montfort, Wis
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
Advice ion Young MANI.

And then remember, my son, you
have to work. Whether you handle a
pick or pen, wheelbarrow or a set
OF books, digging bitches or editing a
paper. wringing an auction bell or
writing funny things. you must work.
If you look around, son. you viii see
the men who are most able 10 live the
rest OF their days without work are the
men who work the hardest. Don't be
afraid of killing yourself with over
work. 1t is beyond your power to
do that, on the sunny side of thirty.
They die sometimes, but it's because
they quit work at p. m. and don't
get home until 2 a. IN. It's the inter-
val that kills, my son. The work gives
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
THURSDAY, DECEMBER so-Morning Session.

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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29

The New York Sun since election in
stead of saying 1.-The Republican party
must CO." says "The Republican party
ought TO go"
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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 pnbli-
cation, unless tits wished, but as guarantee
OF good faith. General correspondence must be
received by Monday evening in order TO insure
publication the same week. No rejected manu-
scripts viii be returned unless accompanied by
stamps to prepay postage.
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changed should send their old as well as thenew
address.
The postage on THE HERALD is one cent for
anywhere in the United States or Europe.
THE HERALD IL sent to subscribers until an
explicit order is received by the publisher for
its discontlnuence. 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 will 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 will be inserted for foreign
advertisers at less rates than that charged home
patrons.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER le-Morning Session.

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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
LANCASTER, WIS, NOVEMBER 1883.
To WORTHY CHEF TEMpLAR, OFFICERS MEMBERS

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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
AFTERNOON SESSION.

1soP M Exercises
r4oP NJ call.
14sp. M.-Readng
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n. Minus by Fennmore Lodge.
ao5P. M.-Repots Of d. Secretary n D.. Treasure
MGencal discussion
The Lodge
p. M.-Gensal discussion of this
P. M-Re
1901 Me- Juvenile Temple
100 p. NJ Discussion o Work
4o Nh
P. Unconstitutional questions and
P. Mood of the Order
P H-Closlg Exercises
7o P LECTURE, J. &c LncHoRs. W c.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
TORPID BOWELS,
DIS y n D e RED LIVE r,
and MALARIA

:, from these sources arise three.fourtbs of
tho diseases of the human race. These
syrnptcms indicate their existence: Loss oil
Appetite, Bowels cOstive, Sick Head
ache, fu!iness after eating, aversion to
of food, frritability of temper, Low
spirits, A feeling of having neglected
some duty, Dizziness, FIatte ring at tho
Heart, BOTS before the eyes, highly coll
ored Urine, CONSTIPATION, and de-
Iaand the use of a remedy that acts directly
on the Liver. AsaLiver medicine TUFTS
FILLS have no equal. Their action on the
atdneys and Skin is also prompt; removing
III impu tiles through these three " scav-
engers OF the SYSTEM producing appe.
lite, sound digestion, regular stools, a clear
skin and a vigorous body. TUFTS PILLS
cause no nausea or gripping nor interfere
with daily work anG are perfect
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
AsSTs3CTE TO MALARIA

HE FEELS LIKE A NEW MAN.
81 have had Dyspepsia, with Constipa-
ton, two years, and have tried ten different
kinds of pills, and TUFTS are the first
that have done me any good. They have
cleaned me out nicely. My appetite is
splendid, food digests readily, and now
have natural passages. / feel like o new
man." ID. EDWARDS, Palmyra, o.
soldeverywhere, 25c. Office, A Murray St.,N.Y.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1883-11-29
NUMBER 1872.
TO BE HELD WITH FENNIMORE.LODGE

Wednesday, and Thursday, LEE. III x I'll,
- k66S--
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
A SOUTHERN TRAGEDY.
An Ex-COngressman shoots and Kills n
Former Friend


LOUISVILLE, KY, April 27.--There was
great excitement in all the towns in Ken
lucky to-day, when It was learned that ex-
Congressman Philip B. Thompson had
shot Walter Davis. Those who are init
mate with them have been expecting the
trouble for some time. Walter Davis
and Philip Thompson were bosom
frfendN they got druRk together and
played cards together. Their families were
wealthy, and from their boyhood up they
have helped one another, politically and
financially. Davis became a distiller at Har-
rodsburg and ma money hand over fist.
Thompson drifted into politics and was
elected to Congress, first from the Seventh
district and then from the Eighth.
Davis married Miss Livernia Herring, q
step-daughter of Governor Robinson's, and
Thompson married Mary Garnett, who was
said to be the belle of the Blue Grass region
The two friends bought adjoining farms in
Merton county and their intimacy continued.
Davis built himself princely home, and is
said to have contributed $40 900 in Tbomp-
sons race against Ewell the Republican can
didate last year. Not word was whispered
against Thompson's wife till last fall when
in company nth her husband and Davis
she went to Cincinnati. Thompson went on
to Washington and Walter Davis and Mrs.
Thompson, who appear to be on terms of
intim acy, remained in the town. They Wis
tied all the variety theatres in an open car
Iiage, and ended their debauch In disrepu-
table house.
When Thompson heard o: his wife's faith
lessness he disowned her, and swore that If
he and Walter Davis ever met either of
them would have to die. Davis avoided
him till this morning. Both men got on
the train which leaves Harrodsburg at 6
O'Clock. They met in the smoking car.
Without saying word Thompson reached
back for his pistol and fired two
shots at Davis in rapid succession. Both
balls took effect in Davis head. His brains
splattered the car seat, against which he
was leaning. He died without saying
word. When Thompson saw that he had
killed his bosom friend, he threw the pistol
on the floor and exclaimed: "This man
took my wife to Cincinnati and debauehed
her. swore TO kill him on sight. l hope
l have done so." He then ordered the train
to be stopped and delivered himself up.
This is not the first time that Phil Thomp-
son has killed his man. When very young
man his family and the Davis family be-
came engaged in a lawsuit over some land
They had pitched battle in front of the
court house a: Harrodsburg. A father and
two sons on each side, aud all armed with
knives and pistols, after a hand to hand
conflict that lasted for nearly an
hour, the Thompsons whipped the
Davieses, killing the father and the two sons.
Phil Thompson shot one of them through
the head and his father stabbed the other
two. Phil was the Commonwealth attor-
ney. "Little" Phil Thompson, as his friends
atfectionately called him, is one OF the most
popular men, personally, in Kentucky. The
sympathy here is decidedly in his favor, and
the prevailing opinion is that he will GER
tainly be acquitted.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
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A DENIAL.
Defending a Serious Charge Against the
Bayard House.

Bayard House.
The following letter, which appeared In
the Philadelphia Press of Thursday, is pub
lished by special request;
To the Editor of the Press--SIR: In your
issue of yesterday there was an interview
with one Boynton, connected with the
O'Brien circus, In which he is reported as
having said that while the riot was going on
in Dover on Saturday night fierce heads
were seen at the windows of the second
story of the Bayard House and four or five
men stood upon the balcony with loaded
guns and shot the showmen as they passed.
l write to say that this wholly untrue, Mr..
Boynton to the contrary notwithstanding.
The Bayard House was closed at the time of
the riot, and there were but two or three
persons in the building who had not already
retired. There was not a man or woman
upon the balcony, and not a shot was fired
from any window. John NJ. Ford is one of
the most respectable landlords on the
Peninsula, and the Bayard House is one OF
the most orderly and best kept hotels in the
State, as hundreds of travelling men in your
city who always stop at the house will will
ingly attest. The house belongs to Boch-
roch & Frankel, of your city. The house
stands on one of the most prominent corners
In the town, hence the rioters gathered about
the four corners, and the house was no more
responsible than the large dry goods store
on the other corner. l am a member of the
Kent county bar, and have for long time
past been boarder at the Bayard House,
and make this statement in order that jus
tice shall be done and that the Bayard House
may not suffer by unjust and untrue repre-
sentations. The people of Dover are anx-
ious that the rioters shall be punished and
the peace and good order of the town main
To m w N
nocent person should suffer in reputation OF
otherwise. Very truly,
E. 7. COOPER,
DOVER, April IS, 1888.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
A Good Performance Last Evening and
Another Promised for To-nIght.

a Good Performance Last Evening ana
Another Promised for Tonight.
large audience greeted the Winston
Gordon Opera Company upon its reappear-
ance in "Perichole" last evening in the
Opera House. The opera was given in the
bright and vivacious manner intended by
the author and Miss Winston and Miss Cor
don gave general satisfaction with their con-
ception of the leading roles. Miss Gordon at
the opening was troubled with a slight
hoarseness which wore of as the evening
proceeded. The numbers in the prison and
presentation scenes were undoubtedly the
best of the evening, although applause and
general expressions Of satisfaction were not
wanting throughout the entire evening.
Owing to the length of the opera no encores
were given, except in one instance.
This evening " Fatinitza," in which Miss
Winston has made almost a national reputa-
tion, will be given in first class style, with
Miss Winston in the title role, ably aided by
Miss Gordon as the Princes Lydia
and strong chorus. The music
will be faithfully furnished by the
company's own orchestra. A large house
should be assured to night, and those fond
of comic opera should remember that thi'
will be the last opportunity this season tC
crafty their taste in Wilmington.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
A FLOOD OF THIEVES.
NUMBER OF DWELLINGS EN-
TERED.
NO ARRESTS YET MADE BY POLICE
SneRks at Work With Considerable suo-
cess-HOusekeepers Becoming Much
Alarmed.

The residence of Col. N. R. Benson, at the
corner of Eleventh and Jefferson streets, was
entered by sneak thief last evening during
the absence of greater portion of the fam
lily, and robbed of two valuable gold
watches and gold necklace, valued in all
at about $500. 1t is supposed the thief
entered by opening rear door and retired
In the came way, as no marks of violence
were found upon any of the windows or
doors, which were found closed after the
robbery had been discovered, at IL o'clock
last night.
The residence of Patrick Mellon on Union
street, New Castle, was entered last night
ny thieves, who carried away his pocket
book, containing $50, and also S. belonging
to his daughter, which was In her dress
pocket. The thieves effected an entrance
by prying open front window. Nothing
else was taken and the robbery was not dis
covered until this morning.
The offices of Dr. Kirchner, ia French
street, and Dr. Patterson, FOG King street,
was robbed by sneak thief yesterday, who
called during the absence of the professional
gentlemen, and while, presumably, awaiting
their return made away with valuable arti-
cles. A gold watch and chain and other
ornaments, TO the value OF $500, were taken
from DR.. Kirchner's Office, while gold pen,
case of surgical instruments and some or
naments to the total value of $50 were taken
from DR.. Patterson. A thief entered John
Wier's store, 1909 Market strket, at an early
hour yesterday morning, assaulted Mr.. Wier,
who discovered him, and then fed.
ONLY AN ATTEMPT.
About O'Clock last night as the servants
of j. Earnest smith, were closing his resi-
dence, Jefferson street near Delaware
avenue, they discovered man who had
secreted himself in one of the rooms on
the first floor. The intruder made bolt
and succeeded in making his escape through
a window. A careful search of the premises
was made but nothing was found missing.
The supposition is that the thief intended
remaining concealed until the household
had retired and then make haul.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
Two Wilmington Characters.

The Philadelphia Telegraph of last even
ing says: During ball last night in the
National Guard Hall, Lewis Helm was
robbed of gold watch and chain. George
Hagany, alias "Slim Jim," a well-known
professional thief, who has been fortunate
enough to gain his discharge on several oc-
charged with the theft, and Reserve Officer
McCloskey took them into custody. They
were given hearing this morning at the
Central Station, and Magistrate Ladner
committed "Slim jim" TO the county
prison for 80 days, and held O'Donnell for
further hearing.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
An Early Runaway.

An awning pole in front of Sharp's store,
Fourth and Market streets, was badly bent
at an early hour this morning by a pair of
runaway horses belonging to G.. E. Church
man. The animals started from in front of
the Opera House just after two ladies from
german" had entered the coach
and before the driver had taken
his seat. The driver caught
one horse by the head and was thrown to the
ground, the runaways keeping down Market
street at lively rate, bringing up against
the awning post. The ladies and the horses
were uninjured, but the carriage was badly
broken and the harness somewhat torn.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
Held the Lucky Number.

At a church sociable and fair held in
Acton, Mass, short time ago Henry n.
Wickersham, of $40 Tatnall street, this city,
who was visiting there, took a chance on an
album quilt, in his daughters name:
Shortly after arriving me he was notified
that his number had won the quilt which
would be shipped on Immediately. The
article arrived here yesterday and is de-
cidedly novel and handsome. The body Is
white, decorated in an artistic manner, with
stars, crescents and Maltese crosses. Ac-
companying the quilt was beautiful album
with the names of l,0S4 persons.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28

The polls will open at 70 O'Clock noon and close
ate O'Clock p. m The members to be elected,
Flrs ward-One member for two years. Polls
old No. ID Sch OIL second near Washington
street.
second ward-One member for two years
Polls FELTON, House, Southeast corner of Second
anu Walnut streets.
Third ward-0ne memher Tor two years. Polls
No. ~ School Elm and AaAms streets.
Fourth ward-One member for two years.
Polls No. School, Southwest corner Seventh and
Pine streets.
Fifth ward-One member for two years-One
member for year. Polls No. 9SchoOl, North
west corner Eighth and Mollaston streets.
sixth ward-One member for two years. Polls
No. School, Walnut above Twelfth street.
Seventh wArd-One member for two years.
Polls No. School, Northeast corner K eventh and
Washing ton streets.
III. hth ward--llne member for two years. Polls
No. school, Northeast corner Seventh aud
Spruce.
Ninth ward One member for two years. Polls
Old Academy, Vandever avenue.
Tenih wHrd-One member for two years. Polls
No. Is choOl, Harrison above Third street.
Eleventh ward-One member for two years.
Polls No. 10 school, Oak and Harrison streets.
HENRY j. MORROW,
a24-l0t Secretary BO nd of Public Education.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
WATER COMMISSIONERS.
The Board Organized Last Evening and
Terms Settled

The Board Organized Last Evening and
Terms Settled.
The Board of Water Commissioners met
in the Office of the Water Department last
evening and effected an organization by
electing Lewis Paynter chairman. Lots
were then drawn for the terms of office, in
the manner prescribed by the new law.
William 7. Porter succeeding in securing the
six-year term, Caesar A. Rodney the four
year term and Lewis Paynter the two-year
term.
Water Registrar Bond, by virtue of his
office acted as secretary. After some in
formal discussion of the business to occupy
the attention of the Board an adjournment
was taken until Monday evening, when the
Commissioners will hold consultation with
the Finance Committee of Council.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
Sold bv the sheriff.

Yesterday afternoon the Sheriff sold at
the Court House one half of the undivided
tract of land on Ninth street between Union
and Linden, belonging to Charles E. Fisher,
to Peter j. Ford for $50. This property
be improved until the owner of the
other half, minor, has become of age, In
Is years. The three-story brick house at
No. 923 Orange street, belonging to William
Morrison and wife, was sold to Walter Cum
minis, Esq, for $500.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
LOCAL LACoNICs.

Rev. DR.. Nixon, assisted by other Presty.:
terian clergymea, will assist at the laying OF
the corner stone OF the new Rodney street
chapel this afternoon.
John H. Edwards and Joseph Edwards,
cigar manufacturers, have voluntarily agreed
to grant an advance of 81 per thousand to
their cigar makers after May l.
The daily gazette., 1883-04-28
Flour !! Not Chalk !
THIS is PTTRE

DO you know what kind OF
flour you are using? Mind,
bread is the staff of life, but it
is a very weak staff if not
made of good -four. j..
/ keep the best and the
best is always the cheapest.
The Home Comfort is made
of mixed wheat from different
Western States and is always
good and is not costly. l
would like to establish -four
routes through the city. You
know how much you use every
week. Just leave me an order
for that much and l will be
punctual in delivering the
quantity at the time you need
it.