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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
r. e. LEE.
4 Letter written to His Son Thirty
Two Years Ago.


The original of the following pri-
vate letter from Gen. Lee to his son
was found at Arlington house, and is
interesting IS illustrating phase in
his character:
ARIINaTON HEIGHTS, April 5, 1852.
Ma Dear Son: 1 am just in the
act of leaving home for New Mexico.
Nv fine old regiment has been ordered
to that distant region, and L must
hasten to see that they are properly
taken of. | have but little to add in
reply to your letters of March 26, 81,
and %. Your letters breathed true
spirit of frankness; they have already
given myself and your mother great
pleasure. You must study to be frank
with the world; frankness is the cAild
of honesty and courage. Say what
YOU mean to do on every occasion,
and take it for granted you mean to
do right. If a friend asks favor you
should grant it if it is reasonable; if
not, tell him plainly why you can not;
you will wrong him and yourself by
equivocation of any kind. Never do
anything to make friend or keep one;
the man who requires you 10 DO so is
dearly purchased at a sacrifice. Deal
kindly, but firmly with all your class
mates; you will find it the policy
which wears best. Above all, do no
appear to others what you are not. If
you have any fault to find with any
one, tell him, not others, of what you
complain; there is no more dangerous
experiment than that of undertaking
to be one thing before mans face
and another behind his back. We
should live, act, ard say nothing to
the injury of anyone. 1t is not only
best as matter of principal but it is
to peace and honor.
In regard to duty, let me, in con-
clusion of this hasty letter, inform you
that nearly hundred years ago there
was day of remarkable gloom and
darkness-stillk known as the dark day
"a day when the light of the sun was
slowly extingushed as if by an eclipse.
The legislature of Connecticut was in
session, and as the members saw the
unexpected and unaccoun Ia BILE dark
ness coming on, they shared in the
general awe and terror. 1t was sup
posed by many that the last day-the
day ofpjudgment-had come. Some
one in the CONSERVATION of the hour
moved an adjournment. Then there
arose an old puritan legislator, Dew
export, of Stamford, who said if the
day had come he desired to be at his
place doing duty, and therefore NOV
ed that candles be brought in SO that
the house could proceed with its duty.
there was quietness in that mans
mind-the quietness OF heavenly wis
dom-an infiexible willingness to obey
present duty. Duty, then, is the sub
FINEST word IN our language. You
can not do more; you should never
wish to do less. Never let me and
your mother wear one gray hair for
any lack of duty en- your part. Your
affectionate father, r. E. LEE.
To q w CuStiS pe
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
md toasted his landsmau's ewes upon

and Toasted his landsman's eyes upon
the noble bark as she cast anchor.
Drawing nearer and mingling with
the crowd on the wharf, he amused
himself by watching the glad meetings
of long separated friends.
"Mr. Vernon, I believe" a sweet
voice spoke. Turning in surprise, for
to his knowledge, he had not an ac-
quaintance in the city, he saw slight,
handsome girl, robed in modest but
expensive travelling suit, holding out
a white ieweled hand.
For moment he hesitated. That
rOice those eyes, how they thrilled
him; yet it must be mistake or
dream.
Warren Ver.on, see you have
forgotten your little servant girl,
came from between the red lips with
an undertone of pain.
Mildred Eldridge! No, 1 have not
forgotten her. Hardly likely man
can forget the woman he has vainly
sought for many long months. But
you, though like her, can not be she"
None other, I assure you" she
answered.gaily, the glad light glinting
back into the wondrous eyes.
Explanations followed, during
which each guessed the others secret.
A kind providence had led Mile to
the home of a wealthy out eccentric
lady, who engaged her as companion
for tour through Europe and Asia.
Afterward, changing her naind, she
legally made her her heiress, calling
her by her own name of Havlland.
But, a few days before they were to
embark for home, her benefactress
died from sun stroke.
Like Ann Judson, she sleeps be-
meath the Hopia tree, - murmured
the fair narrator in conclusion, as her
gaze wandered far off over the bill
lows, as if even yet, she could see the
newly-ma mound.
When Warren Vernon returned to
D. he was not alone, and his
dark, handsome bride was n one other
than the forlorn orphan who had
tainted for lack of food, on his door
step.
Once more disappointed maids and
matrons sadly shook their heads ana
murmured in solemn tones: Poor
Imogene.
But there was no disloyalty in the
mans heart, either toward the dead
or the living.
1T was not that he loved Imogene
less, but that he loved Mildred more. "
Was it wrong?
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Cheating the Poor Dogs.
London Times.

We think it is Dean Ramsay who
tells a story of a Scotch Episcopal
congregation who, like many of their
countrymen, We're attended IN church
by their sheep dogs. These sagacious
animals learned to know that the con
gregation at the concluding sentence
of the sermon was token OF the
speedy conclusion of the service, and
at this moment were wont to indulge
in indecorous banks of delight, to the
scandal of their worthy owners. On
one occasion a stranger was to preach,
and the congregation laid their plans
accordingly The preacher concluded
his address with the usual words, but
not a soul in the congregation rose 10
his feet. Noting tire ministers look of
surprise, an old shepherd remarked in
a stage whisper, Say AVA, sir, we're
only sitting still to cheat the dogs
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Naturalists will feel interestea in
fact which IS vouched for by Cavalier
Moerath. a civil engineer. formerly o.
Rome. He has devoted much attec-
ton to the improvement of the water
supplies of Italy. In prospecting for
water with one OF the Norton's Abys-
sinian tube wells he tapped spring
from which was pumped living fish
This fish had passed into the tube well
through the ordinary perforatIons
of about one eight inch Exsmina-
ton proved il to have no eyes, clearly
indicating that it belonged TO an order
intending to inhat:,; subterranean
waters The occurrence, says the
Engineer. was certified to by two
other gentlemen who were present
when the fish was pumped up
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Off for n Real Good Time.
Detroit Pre- Fres

She looked just bit anxious as she
appeared on the wharf at the foot of
Woodward avenue yesterday and
asked:
Anybody jumped in here to-day T.
mo, ma'am"
VIII you please do me a favorl"
"Yes'm"
my husband has threatened to
drown himself, and l don't want him
to. l can't stay here and watch be-
cause won't you please I'm going on
an excursion. In case he comes
won't you please discourage him.
Hes very easy discouraged, and lean
go on nay trip and feel like enjoying
myself"
The man promised and sho went
away in the best of spirits
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

short sorae yards this side of hill or
a gate. He seems thoroughly 10 I'M
derstand the conditions on which
he Is let out 10 the tourist, and knows
his duty far too well to allow himself
to be over-worked and so rendered I'M
fit for to-morrow's task In his owners
meadows. He will trot down steep
hill at rate which is calculated to
brighten the novice, bat strenuously
insists on taking every rise, however,
gradual, at creeping pace. This is
apt to exasperate the ordinary British
tourist, who has imported the habits
of city life into these sequestered re
glons, and who calculates on time.
But the experienced Norwegian
traveller knows better than to make
rigid calculations.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
The Norwegian Horse.
SATURDAY. RerieE.


The small, plump. cream-colored
animal In front of you has a number
of distinctly Norwegian traits which
are certain to excite a measure of in
terest. He displays almost human
degree of intelligence in accurately
adjusting his actions to the circum-
stances IN which lie happens to find
himself. Whips being luxury in
this country, and more often Than
not dispensed with, the zhrswd quad
ruped proceeds at the outset 10 dis
cover In q thoroughly methodlcal
and almost scientific manner whether
his sew driver possesses one of these
Objectionable instruments He begins
by turning his head, which IS unin-
numbered with blinkers. and by this
method is able to frame an initial hy-
po.hesis. He then goes on to verify
his conjecture by a number of tenta-
tive experiments. such as stopping
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
4 Tar Who Had Seen Service

Nantucket Letter IN DetTolt foSt.
- l swas introduced 10 gray-haired
salt IN that quaint cavern, and the
captain who presented me said, with
complimentary accent: He has
seen service though"
The man hitehed up one side of his
mouth as he smiled at me, ard he
spoke with a deprecating halt, as if
he didn't like to take up any of the
time. He was a gnarled specimeH,
dcformed and mutilated in the face,
head, arm and leg. You have
evidently been out in heavy blow,
sir" l remarked to him.
Got ketched in whales mouth.
that's all" he said. He spit me out,
though, after he'd chawed me up"
He was unconscious when he was
picked up.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Advertising Cheats,.,

1T has become so common to begin an
article, in an elegant, interesting style.
Then run it into some advertisement
that NC avoid all such,
And SIMPLY call attention TO the
merits of Hop Bitters in as plain, honest
terms IS possible,
To induce people
To give them one trial, which so
proves their value that they viii never
use anything else"
',TnE RSNkpy 50 fayoraoly noticed in all the
papers
Religious and secular, is
Having a large sale. and is Slippianting al
other medicines
There IS no denying the virtues Of the Hop
plant, and the proprietorS Of Hep BitterS have
shown great S5vewducSS and ability
Ia compoCulinSa medicine whose virtues are
50 pa'paole 70 every one'S observation.
Did She Die!
No.
''She fingered and suffered along, PIN
ing away all the time for years"
The doctors doing her no good
And at last was cured by this Hon
BitterS the papers say so much about.
"InSeed. Indeed"
"Hew thankful We should be for that
medicine"
\ Daughters Misery.
eleven years our daughter suffered
en- bed Of misery,
From a con. plicStion Of kidney, liver
rheumatic trouble and Nervous debility
"Cndcr the caro- Of the best physicians,
"Who gave her discs So various names
But no relief.
And now she is restored 10 Us in good
health by as simple remedy rs HoI
Bitters, that we had Stunned tor years
before using it. THIS PARENTS.
Father Is GcitiuS We'll,
My daughters say:
How much better father is since he
used Hop Bitters.'
"He is getting We after his long Suf'
fering from disease declared incurable.
And VIC are so glad that he used youi
BitterS. A LADY of Utica, n. \.
tS-Noue genuine without bunch Of green
Hops the white label ShlIu all the vile poison
Gus stuff with Hop" or Hops in their name.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

During the present harvest season
in italy the reapers have earned 81 so
per day, which they consider extraor..
binary wages. Their work lasted IA
hours daily, from 1 a. N TO 5 p M.
with intervals for meals. wnicE con-
sisted OF nlush ard oil, Bologna sau-
sage. rice, beans. cheese and vine,
taken at z, u, and o'clock Outside
of the season their hands find little TO
do. and they s:cken often from down
right starvation and stagnation.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

To produce pure black upon wood
the following receipt is given: Pour
four quarts OF boiling water over one
ounce of powdered extract of logwood,
and when the solution is effected add
one dram of yellow chromate of po-
tasslum, and Stir the whole well. Re
peat the application OF this mixture
until the wood Is dark enough.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
IMPORTANT.

When you visit or leave New York city, save
baggage, expressagc and carriage hire and stop
Central depot; 450 elegant rooms fitted up at a
cost of one million dollars redVcsd to s. and up
ward per day. European plan Elevator. Res
taurant supplied with the hast Horse cars,
stages and elevated railroad to all depots. Fam
lies live better for less .oncy at the Grand
Union Hotel thar at any other irsI-ciass hotel 10
the CITY
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
DO Nor be BIscoura.ed

even il you have tried many remedies for youl
Kidney disease or Liver complaint without sue
cess il is no reason why you should think youl
disorder incurable. The most intracta6le cases
readily yield to the potent virtues of Kidney
Wort. 1t is purely vegetable compound which
acts .on the Kidneys, Liver and Bowels ST tbs
Don't wait, but set a package to-day and cum
yourself.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

The sheep-raiscrs IN the vicinity Of
Redkill, Delaware county, \. Y,
have been greatly annoyed this sum,
mer by their sheep being killed b.
wild animals. Near Butternut noun
tain 80 sheep have been killed, and
from other sections of the country
come complaints of like nature from
the farmers. Recently it has been as
certed that the mischief is being done
largely by bears One was recently
killed which weighed 80 pounds.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Dairylncn Prefer Ii.

MEsssRs WELLS, RICHARDSON & Co:
Since the introduction of your Improved Butter
Color among my customers, it has given universal
satisfaction. The leading darymen of this section
who have used it give it the preference over all
other colors, of whatever name or nature.
They are especially pleased with the fact that it
does not become rancid, like other oil coiors and
their product brings highest prices in market.
VS. NAY, Druggist
USDENHIII. VT ADril s. 1882
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Great damage has been done in
western New York to bean-fields by
beetles, which devour every leaf and
leave the stems just as bare as the po-
tato-beetle leaves the potato vine
They are of dark color, as long as a
potato-bug, but only about one-halt
as large IN the body.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

A sEsTs WANTED ,cr me best ana fasrcst sefip
"a P1etorfli Books sd Btbea- Prfe7s ro1nco1 9 pa
enk ssE-oas PubsizhinE Co. Phfs1elphiA p
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

In a lecture on the mysteries of
color Mr.. 6. A. Storey treated the
study of color under the figure of a
language, describing in turn the let
ters, the words. the sentence, and the
song, and having given a historical
sketch of the ancient schools of color
he concluded By urging the organiza-
ton of a school for color, as well as
schools for drawing, because such an
institution would be invaluable both
to the architect and the artist. The
address was delivered before the so
ciety for the encouragement of the fine
arts, London.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
TALE FOR THE TARIFF RE-
FORMERS.

George Washington, the glorious,
Was angling at a brock,
But not fish had nibbied
The bait upon his hook.
His dinner pail was near him,
For there he meant to dine,
And fight it out all summer
Upon the fishing line.
The old historic Ratchet
Was also laid close by,
To prove that he was truthful,
And could not tell lie.
A saucy little chipmunk
Espied the dinner pail,
And cautiously approached II,
Wagging his fuzzy tail.
Quoth George: ITO kill a chipmunkr
Has been my dearest wish;
mean to get that fellow.
II ne'er / catch a fish.
Said he. I'll kill the chipmunk,
And win immortal fame,
OR make a horizontal
Reduction Of the same,
The blow he struck 50 boldly
Cut or the chipmunk 5 tail;
But in the water tumbled
The luckless dinner.paii
George Washington, the glorious,
His dinner lost that day;
Worse scared than hurt, the chipinunk
Chirruped, and ran away.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

The mahogany trade of Boston has
increased wonderfully in the last three
years. The total amount handled by
wholesale merchants in 1850 is est,
mated at less than 100000 feet,
while in 1885 over 4,000,0 900 feet was
dealt IN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

The silver dies of the great seal of
the colonial and proprietary govern
ment of Maryland, known as the
third or Fendall seal, which have been
lost for nearly hundred years, were
lately found in the Treasurer'S Office
at Annapolis
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
ssPut mn, at the Gauit House

The business man or tourist will find first-cass
accommodations at the low price of 81 and 50 u
per day at the Gault House, Chicago, corner OF
Clinton and Madison streets. This far-famet
hotel is located in the center of the city only one
block from the Union Depot. Elevator; all ap
pOintments frst-claSS.
II W. UoYT Proprietor
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
USpEsEr1L VT ApriI s. 1852

During the first six months of this
year nearly $500, 900, 600 has been
invested in building in New York,
an increase of 10000 900 over the
corresponding period last year
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

The London Board of Works uses
140 tons of chloride of lime daily for
the purpose of deo3orizing the sewer
age outlets in Barkingre2ch. At Goa
ton for chloride of Inns, this is con.
siderable expense every year.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

The famous Rugby colony in Ten
nessee is about to turn its attention to
vine growing. 1t has proved failure
in every other direction except the
moral one.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

The ostrich farming experiment
Sanford, Fla, has proved failure.
The last of the six imported birds
died a few DAYS ago.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Inllias oe al n-ns WHO

appetite, from imperfect digestion, low spirits
aud nervous debility, may have health renewed
ard life extended by the use of Mrs. Lydia f.
Pinkhanl's remedies for all complaints specially
incident to the female constitution. We not only
have a living faith i'll Mrs. Pinkham, but we are
assured that her remedies are at once most agree
able and efficacious.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

j. r. Davies, tea inspector OF the
port of New York, has rejected over
5000 packages of tea during the past
thirty days. When rejected it is
sent back to the ports whence it
came
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

In paper by Professors Ayrton and
Perry, read lately before the Physical
Society, London, there is prediction
that before long gas engines will be
employed in the propulsion of YES
sells.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

THE bess place to obtaiR q good Bust
ness Education is at the y. w. Business
College and Academy, Madison, Wis.
Send for Journal.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

recommend TO those suffering from Hay Fever,
Fly'S Cream Balm. / have tried nearly all the
remedies and give this a decided preference. It
gave me immediate relief G T. STEPHENS,
Hardware Merchant, Ithaca, n. Y.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Pure Cod Liver OIL made from selected hyers
on the Ssashore, by CAswELI, HAZARD & Co,
New York 1t is absolutely pure and sweet. Pa
tents who have taken it once prefer ~ all others
Physicians have decided it superior 70 any OF the
other oils IN the market
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

There are ten generals" 500
majors, 600 "colonels," and about
a thousand bellies of the season" en-
joyipg themselves at the White Sui
phur Springs.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Germany is the largest sugar-pro
duciug country Of Europe 1t pro
duces annually over 800, 900 tons and
has 357 rehneries.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Any Small Hoy, with a Stick

Fan Kill tiger-if the tiger happens to be found
when only little cub. So consumption, that
deadliest and most feared of diseases in this
try, can assuredly be conquered and destroyed if
DR.. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery be en-
poyed early.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

SSst Is n Well known Fact! In the
Diamond Dyes mere coloring is given than in any
known Dyes and they give faster and more bril-
liant colors. l0c at all druggists. They are a
great success. Wells, Richardson & Co., Bur
lngtOp, VT.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Piso's Cure for Consumption is not Only pleas
ant to take, but it is sure to cure.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Aliens Iron Tonic RItters cure
Neuralgia permanently. All genuine bear the
signature of j. 2. Allen, Druggist, ST. Paul,
Ming.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

In Philadelphia electric lighting
costs TIE city four times as much as
sas-liShting.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Ladies are provCrhial for their use of adiectives
when praiSing y. h Bro An's ESS. Jamaica Ginger.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
MORAL

Ye, who for chipmunks only
with Latchets hunting 20,
Take care TO save your dinner
Before you strike the blow
Hot Springs ARK } Sentinel
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
HEART PAINS

PaIpitation, Dropsicsl Swellings, Dizziness In.
digestion. Headscae, SleepleSSneSS cured by
Wells Health Remover"
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

During the first SIX months of this
year 113 foundlIngs were picked up in
the streets of New York.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
Carbo-Iines.

Chapped Hands, Face, Pimples and Rough
Skin cured by usiHg JUSIPER Tar SOAP made oy
CAs1ELL, HAZARD & Co, New York
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Dyspepsia liver complaint, and kindred affec-
tons For treatise giving successful self treat
ment address WORLDS DIsPESsARY MEDICAL as
ISOLATION, Buffalo, n. Z.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
ssRUCHU-PaIBA..

Quick, complete cure, all Kidney, Bladder ant
Urinary Diseases Scalding, Irritation, Stone
Gravel, Catarrh of the bladder. ST., Druggists.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

A company has been formed in
New England for the purpose of con-
vert ne water into fuel.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08
FIELDS 3: 8: e: Fl: F.: POWDER

An explosive for rife and blasting u,=,. a. power
full and more satisfactory than dynamite and
giant and safe as the old standard powders,
as it can be exploded only by fire. Can be shipped
IN two parts neither OF which can be exploded
BY a red hot IRON, at merchandise rates and
mixed at the place Of use in strength desired for
specific purpose saving Of roo per cent TO
users Of powder. little stock Of the Comps y
still for sale terms favorable 10 investors. Send
orders or for circulars. to
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1884-08-08

Thep In all parts of the country
joins In the request that the north
pole be left to itself.