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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
BUSINESS NOTICES.

Fat babies shoes at Penhallegon S,
Hardware at actual cost at Rapson
Bros, Cobb, for th9 next two weeks.
The best SCOT. tea in the market,
is at the Nimble Nickel Cash store
French Kid Shoes for Infants, at
Penhallegon's.
Table linens, napkins, towels, etc.,
at prices to sell at e., G. & Co.'S.
All the novelties in Ncckwear, at
Penhallagon's.
Farmers, Brewer q Penhallegon
pays cash for your produce, buy
your groceries of them. 80
Remember you can save money
now by buying Hardware of Rapson
Bros, Cobb. 33w3
Fresh Oysters, direct from Balti-
more, at J. A. Spratler's-at reduced
rates.
Boys Button Shoes, from S1.90
up, at Penhallegon's.
Call and examine those Pillow
Sham Holders at A. F. Bishops,
and when you have examined you
will be sure to buy. 32w2
Ladies' Hand Turned, Flexible
Soled Shoes, at Penhallegon's.
Brewer & Penhallegon are having
a big demand for their scot uncol-
ored tea. $1,000 forfeited if not
pure. 80
We want the public to under
stand that we are offering goods at
low as the lowest, and will not be
understood by anybody. J. DELLER.
To the housekeeper.-Insist on
getting DeLand Saleratus and Soda,
and don't let your grocer argue you
out of it. 1t will pay you in the
end, and you will use no other
If you want a new shirt, neck
tie scarf or under wear, why of
course YOU viii call at Gundry,
Gray and Co, for the same as it is
headquarters for all of these goods.
Farmers call on S. D. Terrill, if
you want seeders, plows, harrows,
corn planters, wagons or buggies
And see and buy The Champion
Light Binder the longest lived and
best finished machine in the world.
Commerce street, opposite the City
Hotel.
How TO MAKE CANDY.-This
book gives full directions for making
all kinds of plain and fancy candy.
The recipes for making caramels,
chocolate drops, French mixed
and all other kinds of candies con-
tanned in this book are the same as
used by the leading city confection-
ers. Any one can have these can
dies at home at less than one third
the usual cost. Sent postpaid to
any one sending at once the names
of fifteen married ladies and 80 cents
Postal note, or Is two cent stamps
Address Rochester Publishing Co.,
80, SO & SO IL Osburn Block
Rochester, \. Y. 33m6
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28


ttau Of short Line, and Uest Route bcswern
chicago, MIlwnuitec. 50. Paul and
minneapolis
chicago, milwaukee,, Portage, La
CROSSE aud Winona.
chicago, milwaukee,. GrtoaViiic, Alb
crdccn aud Ellcndalc.
Chtca@o, NiIwaultec, Enu Claire and
saltwater.
Chicago. Milwaukee, Wausau and
Merrill
Chicago, milwaukee,, Beaver Dam,
Fond Ju lac and Oshkosh
Chicago. milwaukee,, WnnkcshR and
Sr0noInoWoc.
chicago, milwaukee,, Madison aud
rrairtc du Chicn.
Chicago, NLiIW uulSc &c, Onatonna, Nan-
kato aud EaribautI.
Chicago, Bcloit, Jaac>Nlilc and ntn-
crnl Point.
Chicago, ElSln, Rockford ANA Ru.
huquc.
Chicago, clinton, Rock island, Cedar
Rapids ana Tnma.
Chicago, Des MoiRes, Council EiuGs
and Omaha.
Chicn-o, Canton, Sioux city, sioux
EaIIsand NauIIton.
chicago, milwaukee, Albert Lea aud
Southern minnesota Points.
Chicago, milwaukee,, Mason city,
NttChrlt aud Chanb c Rain.
RnCiS Island, Dubuauc, ~. raui and
minneapolis
Davenport, Csluar, 81. Paul and Min
nCapolis.
milwaukee,, RacInc, BeloIt, FrecPort,
and Rock Island.
Mitchell, Wolscy, Ashton aud Aber-
acCu.
(lim River Valley linel
ruHman Sicepcrs and tho Finest Dining
Cars IN tho tcorld are run on the main lines OF
taeCHICIGO, MILH1 IN RE .SSF PA L l.
EIiLW4 I, and every attention is paid 10 pas.
sauSers by courteous employees OF the Company.
8. =, Merrill, Nv, II. Carpenter,
Geul Manager Gent Pass Agent
J. T. Clark, Gee. IL. Ucnflord,
Gen'l SUIT Asst Gent Pass Ast
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
6uckIens Arnica Saiva

The best Salve in the world for
Cuts, Bruises, Sores Ulcers, Salt
Rheum, Fever Sores, letter, Chap
ped, Hands, Chilblains, Corns and
all Skin Fruptions, and positively
cues Piles, or no pay required. 1t is
guaranteed to give perfect satisfac-
ton, or money refunded. Price %
cents per box. For sale by c. r.
Moffett.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Delinquent Taxes.

The several town treasurers, and
the treasurer of the city of Mineral
Point, having made returns of the
taxes collected for the year 1888, for
the purpose of comparison we give
below a statement of the taxes re-
turned delinquent for the years 1882
and 1888:
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
UphoIsterinq.

Any one desiring this kind of
work done will greatly oblige the
undersigned by letting him know at
once, as | wish to make arrange
ments to secure the services of a
skillful upholsterer from the firm of
Bub & Kipp, of Milwaukee.
A. F. BISHOP.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Public Sale.

The undersigned residing seven
miles east of Mineral Point, and
three-fourth of mile south Of the
Good Templars' Hall on the Moscow
road, will sell at public auction on
Friday, April 4, the following de-
scribed personal property, to wit:
Fourteen COWS, II two-year-olds, II
yearlings, two Geldings, one Filly.
One reaper, one sulky corn cultivator,
one two horse wagon, and other
articles too numerous to mention.
EDWARD JAMES.
n. X. VANMATRE, Auctioneer.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Farm Err Sale

The undersigned offers the farm belonging to
the estate of the late John SpenSley, for sale II
Is situated in the northwest part of the city OF
Mineral Point and the farm buildings are only
one mile from the railroad depot 1t contains
about four hudred acres of land all fenced and
well watered. The farm buildings and barns
are large, numerous and i'll good repair No
better stock farm can be found anywhere. II
will be sold on favorable terms of payment TO
suit purchaser. MARY J. SPENSLEY.
S2Wf Administrative.
Dated March 9th, 1881.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Ho:v Ndtch Gases are Mcde.

n; persons have an ambition to carry
6 Il 50 Il case, and yet few people know
how i VA; l. o@ze is made, or the vast diff
ference il t!leq@,t.ity Of them. Ina SOLID
CoI.D WAYrJ CASE, aside from the neces-
s;ry thickness for engraving and polishing,
large proportion OF the metal is needed
only to stiticn and hold the engraved por-
tons in place, and supply strength. The
surplus is not only needless, but undcsira-
bic, because gold is soft metal and cannot
furnish the stiffness, strength and elasticity
necessary to make the case permanently
strong and close-fitting. The perfect watch
case must combine gold with some metal
that viii supply that in which the gold is
deficient. This has been accomplished by
the James Boss Gold E'd;cI Case ,.,- ~ ..,,
which saves the WASTE of need : d
less gold, and INCREASES the soLIDITY and
STRENGTH Of the case, and at the same time
reduces the cost ONE HALF
Send stamp keystone Watch Gaze Factories rila
Jams. Boss ard Ke..toue Watch Case. made.
ITO be continaedl
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Dissolution Notice.

Notice is hereby given that the firm of Jeuck
y Mullen was dissolved by mutual consent on
March 10, 1891. Mr.. Mullen having sold his in
erest TO William Jeuck the firm will hereafter be
run by Jeuck Bros
Parties owing the old firm will please call and
settle Immediately. All accounts not settled by
the LIST of April Will be placed i'll the hands Of
Lanyon 4 Spensley for collection
GEO. JEUCk.
Dated March 10, 1Ss4.-33w2 ?. w. MULLEN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28

Having disposed of our store
building at Cobb and intending to
move west at once, we offer Great
Bargains for the next two weeks
everything in the Hardware line.
All person owing us will please call
and settle at once. Respectfully,
33w3 RAPsoN BRos.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Roberts Meat Market.

Roberts is still at his old stand
with the best meat the market af-
| fords, and is paying the highest
market price for good beef cattle,
! and is selling as low as the lowest.
Give him q call. 33y
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
" The W5man'S Physician"

A common sense medical work for
ladies only. Fully answers all ques-
tons which modesty prevents asking
a male physician. Gives causes and
symptoms of all diseases of the sex,
with positive cure for each in plain
language, written by ladies who
have made these diseases life study.
A plain talk in delicate language
which every woman, young and
old, should read. 1t is recommend
ed by many eminent lady physi-
clans as q safe guard for the sex.
Handsomely bound and illustrated.
Sent post paid for $100. Address the
Rochester Publishing Co. 80, 33 &
33 IL Osburn Block. New York. SO
New Stock OF Rubber Boots
at Gundry, Gray & Cos, every pair
warranted.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
n. X. VANMATRE, Auctioneer.

Have you a cough? Sleepless
nights need no longer trouble you.
The use of Ayers Cherry Pectoral,
before retiring will soothe the cough
to quiet, allay the inflammation, and
allow the needed repose. 1t will
moreover, speedily heal the plu-
monary organs, and give you health.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Dress Goods.

Let it be known that Gundrv,
Gray 4 Cos, are selling Dress Goods
as low as can be found anywhere in
this city and will cut as many yards
as YOU NAV wish.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
ChOice CITY Homestead for Sale

hereby offer for sale my homestead situated
near the first ward Seminary, joining James
Hutchinson on the east. The house is in excellent
condition, having recently been improved and
remodelled throughout contains ten rooms with
closets and pantry, and has every convenience
pertaining to good residence. Terms reason-
able, for cash or on time. Any person desiring
to buy should make application to
J. LLOYD JONES.
Mnera! Point, Wis, March 3, 1881. 3ltf
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Look Out!

Don't be hawked by paid store
runners, to some dark place, under
the impression that you buy goods
cheap. We have no store runners,
paid commissioners or hired under
lings-nobody that will inveigle you
to dark corner; but plenty of LIGHT,
fresh, choice stock of goods to
select from, and at prices satisfactory
to everybody. J. DELLER-
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Dissolution of Partnership.

The partnership heretofore existing under
the name of keeler " PrideauX, is this day
dissolved by mutual consent.
All persons indebted to the late firm will
please attend to immediate settlement of their
accounts. VIM. Ii. PRIDEAUX.
GEO. s. KELLER.
Mineral Point, Wis., March 10th, 1854. S2w4
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
FAIRS FOR 1881.

COUTHW ESTERN Wisconsin Industrial Associ-
, alton, Mineral Point, September 2, 3, T. 3.
Northern WISCONSIN, Oshkosh, September s. 9,
10, H. -.
Illinois State Fair, Chicago September to 10.
Green County, Monroe, September 10 II, II, l3.
Wisconsin State Fair, Madison, September 10
TO 20
Wnworth County, Elkhorn, September 3d. 81,
q, 70.
JoDavess County at Galena, H., Sept. 80 and
Oct l. and 3.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Public Sale.

The undersigned residing in Lost
Grove, town of Linden, on the
Mif1lin road, six miles west of Min
eral Point, and three miles east OF
Mif1lin, and three miles south of the
village of Linden, will sell at public
auction on Friday, April 4th, 1884,
the following described personal
property, to-wit: six head of horses,
6 mich COWS, 4 heifers, l steers,
one bull Is months old, thirteen
hogs, l Mccormick mower, one I'm
perial Reaper, two two-horse wagons,
l new two-horse buggy, 2 sets OF
harness, 1 sulky hay rake, l sulky
cultivator, 2 harrows, 2 plows, /
tanning mill, one pair bob sleds, five
tons of hay, 40 bushels OF potatoes,
60 chickens. Also household furni-
ture and other things too numerous
to mention. WIN. DAVIS.
J. o. CUsHMAN, Auctioneer.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
LiQht! Liuhtl More Iighti

No cropping in the dark but all
the light desired to select your
goods from a flesh and choice stock
at Deller'S
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
$1,000 FORFEITED

If any authorizations can be found
in our scot uncolored TEA.
BREWER & PENHALLEGoN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
DEMOCRATIC CITY CAUCUS.

There will be a caucus of dem
ocratic voters held at the Opera
House on
Monday Evening, March 81, 1884,
at 1880 o'clock, to put in nomination
candidates for the several city Off
ccs. Let there be full attendance.
PER ORDER CITY Com.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Lyts OF PAIN
RHEUMATISM and NEURALGIA have
long enough run riot In the human
system.

RHEUMATISM and NEURALGIA have
long enough run riot In the human
system.
defed the medical faculty from time out Of memory
they have corrupted the blood. demorazed the joints
ve1ed the nerves, agonized the muscles and rzcked
the brain with wearying pain
@ATHLoPHoRos is the enemy OF Rheuma-
tsm and Nsaralgiz, repairs their damages, renevs
the blood, the joints Gains the nerves, soches
the muscles gives rest and peace 70 the troubled
brain, and ensures delightful sleep.
@ATHLoPEoRos is new remedy, but it has
been abundzntly tried From far and near come tes-
tmonials from weIlknown persons who bad long
has cured than That is zIls-snd that Is enough
GATHLoPHoRosv can do for you what
it has done for those sufferers. 1t can
drive out your Rheumatism and Neuralgia,
and viii do 50 if you give it a fair trial.
EATHIoPH0Kosn has By this time had such
good trAl al the country that It's trze work Il
known. and ia true character proved
aATEIoPHoEos. means ssPrze- Bearer
1yictor;" Co1queror.p II carries OF the prize ~
and CoxoUERoR Of the frghtfrl sg0nis their VIC.
tins have endured Sos mere temporary relei.
but permanent. eadurings and triumphant cu-e
nyou cannotget ATHLoPHoEos OF your drug
gist, we VIII send Il express paid. On receipt Of
regular price-o1e dollar per bottle weprefer
that ycu buy ft from your druggist but Il he
hasnrff, do not be persuaded 70 ny something
else, but order at once from Us As directed
lTHL0PH0R0s CO., ~ WALL ST., NEW f0Rx.
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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28

To THE VOTERS OF THE CRY OF
MINERAL POINT Gentlemen: As
l am a candidate for the office of
city assessor, and as l am informed
that a certain clique, for their own
benefit, has it reported that if / get
elected to the Office / would appoint
VIM. J. Healy as my deputy, ! de-
nounce such as a base fabrication.
Mr.. Healy has never said one word
to me, nor / to him, about any
such thing. In the first place
the law does not allow any deputy
for assessor, and any one of
common sense knows that Such
report is gotten up by parties who
want the office themselves; and l
pledge myself that if the people of
the city of Mineral Point see fit to
elect me to that Office, / viii fill it
in person to the best of my ability,
irrespective of person or party.
n. HARTERT.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
New Shoes.
Some Foolish People

Have you seen Gundry, Gray &
Co.'S new shoes.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Farm for Sale.

With immediate possession-forty acres of inn
proved land with dwelling. etc., near the city
of Mineral Point it being the southeast quarter
of the southwest quarter of Sec. II, I. 4, X. ,,
east in town of Mineral Point and for many
years owned and occupied by the late Mr.. John
Odgers. For particulars inquire of Mrs. Susan
Odgers, or of Mr.. Joseph Gundry, of the city of
Mineral Point. BLVD
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28

Ayers Sarsaparilla, the first
blood medicine to prove a real sue
cess, still holds its place as first in
public esteem, both at home and
abroad, as shown by its miraculous
cures, and Immensely increased
sales.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
House and Lot for Sale,

On reasonable terms, my dwelling house and
lot, near Chestnut st. and north of High St.
House is all i'll good repair. Apply on the prem
ises, or to lIr. j. NJ. Smith.
32w6 MRS NJ T. TEMPLE.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Music Lessons.

Miss Amy Hutchinson may be
found in her Music Rooms, over
Miss Coates Millinery store, Tues
days, Thursdays, and Saturdays. 81
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Button Shines.
Baroins in Hardware

Mems Button Shoes, from S2.25
UP, at J. p. & Sons.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
LINK SharnI

Taxarine for the Blood and Liver;
Best Remedy known. Sold by all
druggists. 231
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Enr Sale

| offer for sale the undivided half of the City
Livery stock. At present carries i'll stock seven
teen horses and well stocked with carriages
buggies and sleighs. There is bargain herr
for parties wishing 10 so into the business.
$ml GEORGE s. kEELER.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Auction.

The undersigned living four and
one half miles south of Mineral
Point, Con Jas. Welch's old farm
in the town of Willow Springs, hav-
ing rented his farm, will sell at pub
lie auction on Monday, April Z, the
following deserted property to-wit:
Three horses, % head of cattle, Is
hogs, Mccormick mower, wagon,
l buggy, 25 tons Of hay, 100 bushels
of potatoes, also good tram wagon
for mining, and many other things.
JOHN JoEsTGEN.
W. J. HEALEY, Auctioneer.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Ayers Sarsaparilla.

SIX months ago was completely covered with
II terrible humOr and scrofulous cores. The
humOr caused an incessant and intolerabe
itching, and tho skin cracked so as TO cause
the blood to flow in many places whenever
! moved. My sufferings were great, and my
Ife burden. ] commenced the use Of the
SARsArARILLA In April last, and have used
II regularly since that time. My condition
began to improve at once. Tho sores have
all healed, aud ! feel perfectly well in every
respect - being now able TO do n good days
work, although 70 years of ago. Many inquire
what has wrought such a cure In my case, and
l tell them, as 1 have here triod to tell you,
AYERS SARsAPARiLLA. Glover, VT, Oct.
Il, 1852. Yours gratefully,
HIRAM PHILLIPS"
AYERS SARSAPARILLA cures Scrofuls
md aII ScrOfuIous Complaints, Erysip-
elias, Eczema. Ringworm, BIotches,
Sores, Boils, Tumors, and Eruptlons of
the Skin. IL clears the blood OF all impu-
rifles, aids digestion, stimulates tho action of
the bowels and thus restores vitality and
strengthens tho whole system.
PREPARED ny
Dr.. 30. Aver & Co., Lowell, Mass.
Sold by all Druggists; 81, six bottles for IS.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28

Get your upholstering done at
Sam. Francis furniture store. Hav-
ing served an apprentice in England
of seven years to the cabinet max
ing and upholstering he will guaran-
tee you satisfaction. SAM. FRANCIS.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Seed Timothy.

A lot of home raised Fresh limo
thy Seed for sale by
33w4. MARTIN & ToAY.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
DIED.

JEFEERY.
III this city, March 21st 1881, an infant son o
Vim. Jefery.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-03-28
Sprinq Shoes.
UphoIsterinq.

Spring Shoes of all kinds, at low
est prices, at Penhallegon's.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-07-16

INhuuctDhiu fTtSS'
Reports from the Delaware peach dis
trict are to the effect that the Bayard
boom is rotting on the trees.
The Benjamin +. Butler boom will bo
stuffed, put in glass case, and placed on
exhibition in the Boston museum.
Roswell Pettibono Flower will have his
boom mounted in gold Frame and wear
it as watch charm.
The Joseph L. Mcdonald boom will bo
cut up into small blocks and distributed
ahonk mourning friends, as souvenirs Of
the deceased.
Tho Carter Harrison boom will BIO
made into pills, and distributed among
the ague districts of southern Illinois.
The Samuel J. Randall boom will bo
followed out and used as watering
trough for Cassidy, Stenger, and other
great statesmen who want to enter the
weary race for United States senator from
Pennsylvania.
The Allen G. Thurman boom will he
preserved in a cssk of Payne's Standard
oil, and later on 1t will be used to lubri-
cato the cogs of John Rogers McLean's
great political threshing machine.
The John Griffin Carlisle boom will be
sent to Kentucky distillery and worked
up into sour mash whisky.
The Stephen Grover Cleveland boom
will be exhibited among other painted
white elephants until November. After
that it will be for sale as a door mat.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-07-16
ARMY AND NAVY NEWS.

Lieut.. Char p. George, 10th infantry, now
at Fort Stockt on, Tex, has been granted leave
for one month.
Lieut. ]. f. Reynolds lands, 1st cavalry, has
been granted leave for a month from Fort
Leavenworth cavalry school.
The new court,martial rooms, which occupy
the story Just added to the engine house at the
navy yard, are nearly completed.
Sergeant J. W, Hcaley, company A, Goth IN
fantry has been promoted by Col. Otis to be
sergeant major Of the regiment, TO date from
July /.
During the absence of the garrison from the
arsenal for the summer cncampment the
grounds of the post are closed to the public for
the reason that the force remaining is stoo
small to prevent injury to the lawns and
shrubbery.
Commander Jas. H. Sands ordered as navi-
CATION officer at the Washington navy yard;
Commander Robby d. Evans detached from
duty as inspector of the fifth lighthouse dis
trict 3lst instant and ordered to settle accounts;
Commander Silas Casey from the Washington
navy yard 3lst instant and ordered as inspector
of the fifth lighthouse district; Lieut.. NJ. X.
Harris from the naval observatory, and or
dered as navigation officer of the Mare Island
navy yard; Chaplain Frank Thompson from
the Portsmouth and placed on waiting orders;
Chief Engineer Vim. J. Lamdin from special
duty at the Delaware Iron works and granted
six months sick leave.
National Republican. (Washington City (D.C.)) 1872-1888, 1884-07-16
DEPARTMENT DOTS.


b. II. Camp, for many years an inspector of
the pOStotiiGe department. has resigned to ac-
cept the OlhCe of assistant postmaster at Boston.
twenty-five promotions have been made in
the clerical force of the sixth auditors office.
Fifty additional clerks will be appointed un-
der civil service rules within u short time.
Luther Harrison, chief clerk Of the general
land office, has been appointed 10 I'LL the new
position Of assistant commissioner Of the gen
eral land office, created at the last session OF
congress-
The secretary Of the interior has instructed
the agents ut the Sioux Indian reservations in
Dakota 10 keep their Indians upon the reserva-
tiOus with view to preventing dcpredGtlOns
upon cattle ranches.
The patent office yesterday issued a7G
patents, Is designs, 27 trademarks, 10 labels,
and reissue. Thirty,three patents were
awarded 10 citizens of foreign countries. on
the domestic patents issued New York secured
rs; P0nnsylyaniG, 35; Illinois, 29i MNssaGhu
sets, %, and Ohio, 80,
The naval court OF inquiry, investigating
tho navy department frauds, will continue tO
take testimony for o week or ten days. The
work Of comparing the system of making pur-
chases In the various bureaus has been com
pleted, but minor officials are now being OK
gmiped relative 10 the general subject IN
hand.