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Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27
less and Gain.
CHAPTER I.

WIN ollouS feycr.
MY doctor pronounced me cured, but
/ got sick again, with terrible pains in
my hack and sides, and got so bad
Could not novel
/ shr,Inkl
From ssS lbs. to 1901 had been doc
toring for nay liver. but it did me no good.
/ did not expect TO hive more than three
months. ] began 10 use Hop Eitters.
Directly my appetite returned, nay pains
left me, nay entire system seemed ro-
nswed as il by magic, and after using
several bottles, am not only as souns
as q sovereign, but weigh more than
didsefore To Hop Bitters owe my life"
Diiklin, Jane 6, 81. r FITZPATRICK.
CHAPTER II.
..Maldes, Mass. Feb. 1, 1881. Gentlemen
suffered with attacks ct sick headache"
Neuralgia, female trouble, for years
in the most terrible and excruciating
manner.
No medicine or doctor could give me
relief or cure, until used Hop Bitters
The first bottle
Nearly cured mes
The second made me as we'll and strong
as when child,
And have been so 70 this day
My husband was sn invalid for twenty
years with & serious
Kidney, liver aud urinary complaint
Pronounced by Boston's best ehysi-
ciscs-
"Incurahle!"
Seven bottles of your Bitters cured
him and know of the
Lives of eight persons"
In my neighsorhood that have been
saved by your Bitters,
And many more are using them with
great benefit.
They almost
"Do miraclesg" Mrs. f. d. Slack.
| How TO GRr Sick .-ENpoSe yourself day and
I night; eat too much without exercise; work too
hard without rest doctor all the time; take all the
/ vile noStruuS advertised, and then yon will want
! to know hotr 70 Get tce!L, which is answered in
three words. Stake Hop Bitters'
ES-Nene genuine without a bunch Of green
Hops on the white label Shun all the vile poison,
| Gus stuff with Hop" or Hops" N their uauis.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27

Steam is said to be better disin-
fectant than sulphuric acid gas.
Even steamed oysters are quite harm,
less.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27
Ereet EreeI Free

Free trial bottles, of Dr. Taft's Asthmalem, q
perfect cure for ASTHMA can be had free OF
charge. Ask yeur druggist to send to BoswortE
& Son, Milwaukee. and get one. 1t never fails.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27

Emma Johnson, ia Ke. lucky negress
who emigrated to Liberty, Is now
Prime Minister to King Opobo, of the
Cameroons country.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27

For Rheumatism take Allcns's Iron
Tonic Bittets. All genuine bear the signature of
J. P Allen, Druggist St. Paul Mimi.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27
Fresh Flowers.

FGrsH FLOWERS Is the title az most beautiful aha
attractive little Song Book for the Younger children Ia
Sunday Schools, or the 50 called INFANT laSScs. MRS
EMMA PITT, the compiler. Is widely known and Ctlte
brated for songs and hymns for childrcn whom shs
thoroughly understands More than - bright Snnys
such Little Lambs, ~SnawtlakcS" Ltttlc sam
Uel. and ChtdrCn's sheavCs." Nothing babytsh. Al
in good taste An abundance OF Pictures. -
81 per dozen
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The WORM ureIhraI S.ricture,

speedily cured by our new radical meth DDS.
Pamphlet, references aud terms two letter
stamps. Worlds Dspensary Medical AsSucia-
ton, G63 Main Street, Buffalo, n. Y.
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A Husband,. Grea1e.t blessing

is strong, healthful vigorous wife with a clear,
handsome complexion. These can all be acquir-
ed by aSing DR.. Harter'S Iron Tonic.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27

Boots were polished a thousand
years ago, and there were boot blacks,
too, plying their trade upon their
streets
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27

Cents do not circulate in New Or
leans.
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If afflicted with Sore Eyes, use DR.. Isaac Thomp
son s Eye Water. Druggists sell it. 25c.
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CarDe-IiHes.

John Ruskins wants the sewing
machines to go.
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Davenport will not allow sleigh
bells to be used within ker limits, and
farmers living roundabout talk Of
boycotting the town on that account.
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The North Star Lung and Throat Balsam is
a sure cure for coughs and colds.
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The conversion of churches into
theatres is being frequently noticed
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az Individual note Is all the seeurity asked pfO-

One year after date for value received, |
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CarDe-IiHes.
He wins at last who builds his trust
La loving words and actions Just
Who's head, who's walk, his very miao
Proclaim the use of Carboiine
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MINSTREL SONGS ULD AND NEW

The large sales show this to he perfect success and
Nundcri No brighter or more musical melcdtcs
brought together than those 81 the hundred
PLANTATION, MiNsTERI and JuRlLKE Songs here col
lcCtvd All the World sings them! Accomplishments
for Piano or Organ. s. ~ plain g. ~ CLOTH
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-02-27

A phamphlet has lately been pub
lished in London advocating the fin
ing of people who have more thar
three children.
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t0o...s2 El0YAL PRESENTS!!
GnNDITI0NS:

ydcd VIII send the q several q nebo
worth but as to good character Every subscriber
UOsiEslg show the and % his
friends neiZhbors When loan Is made the adjoining
Of viii be with the money the subscribers
bank Office and need be signed
until money paid Send the Of several
and immediate inquiry will be made. II Oa
q aealral references mood be
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Fen, Ne,O Roofs.
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Lock Box SO.
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ROMANCE OF A RICH YOUNG Man.

,and of heroes to direct it
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
7ao-tl ponhle plnnkelg. Young,s.


corner Seventh street and Pennsylvania
avenue. +. T.. Newton for many years has
sold valuable jewclry, such as gold and sill
yer watches, plated ware &C.; also clocks,
albums, rings, cutlery, bracelets, gold
chains and scores OF other articles especially
adapted for the holidays. He has located
his beautiful store under the st. Mare
Hotel. He invites the citizens OF Washing
ton to call and examine his fine goods be-
fore purchasing elsewhere. He guarantees
a saving of ut least 33i per cent, and
at the same time II bis goods are
not Us represented you can return
them and get your money refunded.
Auction sale every evening mt 1880 p. m.
He has just received large consignment OF
superb wares, suitable for Christmas pres
ents. His complete line Of jewelry and
other goods in his line must be seen to be
appreciated Call during the day and ex-
anime the stock and compare prices. Pri-
vate sale during the day aud polite gentle
men to show them. Don't forget the auc-
ton every evening at the storc-room, st.
Marc Hotel. Pennsylvania avenue aud
Seventh street, sign of the red flag.
Goods to suit all ages and persons. Ladies'
should attend these sales for great bar
gains.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
Furniture. Furniture! FURNITURE

Bargains! bargainsl bargainsl 200 walnut
cane seat chairs, ~ each; rockers to match,
$50 each; 500 bed springs, all sizes, $l.35
each; 10 solid walnut hair cloth and carpet
lounges at S6,25; 100 kitchen tables, 81. Is;
90 dozen children's high chairs, with table
in front, % cents each Especial lott; 9
dozen solid cherry tables, $l.45 each; extern
sion tables, $3.50; large fancy extension
tables, Sl2 each (only9 in stock); 80 odd
bedsteads, ash and walnut, 80 and upwards;
odd walnut, marble-top wash-stands, $3.50;
solid mahogany chamber suite, 10 pieces
complete, with bowel mirror and Tennessee
marble, $50; former price, $40; one fine,
large, handsomely carved walnut chamber
suite, with mirror on wash-stand, Tonnes
see marble, French plate mirror, sSS;
former price, 1922. Who would be
without parlor suite, when $3.50
will buy q full Z piece suite? Com
mencing Monday, December IA, we
will offer SO walnut marbetop chamber
suites with mirror on the washstand, 10
pieces complete, at $i5 20 dozen walnut
marble-top tables, $3.50 upwards. These
goods must be sold; we must have room as
we need the space occupied by these goods
for other stock, and II prices and quality of
goods are any inducemeut, you will doubt
less call and examine our stock.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
WASHINGTON CRITIC
IpLITHER INNICITIONS.

For the Middle Atlantic States fair
weather, slight rise in temperature In
southern portion, stationary temperature IN
northern portion, lower barometer, winds
generally shifting TO castorly, followed SUM
day night by threatening weather and rain
or snow.
For Sunday cloudiness will increase, fol-
lowed by light rain or snow In the Middle
Atlantic States aud New England, with
slowly rising temperature.
Thermometer Readings.
Thermometer readings for December IL,
1886. 3 n, m, 2So. 4; Z o. m, % -; II o. m,
a0o.2. December If: Mean temperature,
31o.7; maximum, $780, minimum, 2So -;
mean relative humidity, 72'.7.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
An Attractive Display.

OF the many attractive windows on Penn
sylvania avenue, there are few, II any, that
compare with the elegant and pleasing as
sentiments displayed in the show windows of
the establishment Of John w. Botcler,
Pennsylvania avenue. Here can be found
ms complete an assortment of china, glass,
bisque and bric-a-brac goods as was ever
brought together, the special collection Of
which, adapted for the holiday trade, would
charm the most fastidious. Among the
many greetings for Christmas and New
Years, none can be found more appropriate
than a selection from crockery store. The
superior qualities Of these goods and their
suitability for holiday presents can only be
determined by visit, which insures pur-
chase.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

A very novel feature of entertainment
was witnessed last night at Herzog's Opera
House. Manager llerzOg, ever on the alert
to please his patrons, engaged several ex-
pert photographers and during the inter
mission between the first and last acts had
the entire audience photographed, Proofs
were at once distributed among the people,
who eyinced great delight with the novel
scheme. After the audience was photo.
graphed the entire company was then pho
tographed successfully. Tonight Manager
Herzog will again amuse the people with
photography.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
CITY SPECIliLS.



Silk handkerchicfs and other useful holiday
presents. Elegant silk handkorchlefs, from
25c. to the finest. Examine our dolls, at
25c., 40c and upwards; they are the best
bargains In the city. An elegant liuc OF
eatchcls, from 23c. up. 10-buttOn lined
jersey gloves, only Doc. A fresh invoice Of
our 49c. corsets. We offer you the best
black silk ever offered at 81 per yard.
Mems silk stitched undcrshirts aud
drawers, l9c. Mems knit jackets, from
C9c. to the best; all colors. Satin, soc.
Splendid plaid dress goods, Sc. yard.
Another case Of DC. canton ilanncl just in.
All shades I'm double-width cashmere, only
12lc.; aud great many novelties for tho
holidays, including a line OF coats, new
$3.50 upwards Give us n call and he
convinced that our goods and prices cannot
be beat. NJ. NEwMYEH,
$50 1th ST.. and 1920 Pom. ave.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
Parties or Entertainments.

For any information in regard to private
parties or entertainments, the ladies Of
Washington can avail themselves of such
by calling on Mr.. Freund, the celebrated
confectioner and caterer, at 702 Ninth street
northwest, where all the desired particu-
lars will be cheerfully furnished. Money
and trouble can be saved by those who avail
themselves of this kind Offer The most
artistic goods in his line are ON exhibition
at his store
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"a cLorn below cost. 79e IN st

Mr.. LEW MOVES, the popular proprietor
of the new and elegant White House res
taurant, at 200 Seventh street, opposite
Centre Market, was very much Cr0tified at
the immense success of his opening last
evening. A splendid banquet was served
10 the satisfaction and enjoyment Of hun
dreds of our best citizens.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
"AIderney barry w agons.v

Fresh Alderney butter, churned every
morning and delivered In III. "Wardh
prints, 45c. per h. Also cottage cheese;
buttermilk and sweet milk, SC. per at.
Cream, l6c. per pint.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
SAVE Time and Money. 7ae IN st. Young,s

THE Portland Drug Store, Fourteenth
street and Vermont avenue, is the com
pletest establishment in the city. Every
thing fresh and pure and strictly irst-class
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is the place to call to get good raw oysters
by the plate or any quantity, shuckcd or in
the shell. Goods delivered to any part Of
the city free OF charge. 926 Louisiana ave
nue.. Telephone Si7-3.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
DIED.

GITTINGS-At her residence, this morning,
4l5 Fourth street northwest, Josie H., wife OF
b. IT, Cuttings
Funeral Sunday, 18th Inst, at 20 o'clock p m.
No flowers.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

December 10, 1888 at the residence of tho
brides father, John d, Langhorne, 1910 Con-
necticut avenue, by Rev. John II. Elliott
William W. Gwathmey, lr, of Norfolk, Va,
TO Mary Z. LanghOrne Of this city.
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Clothing at wholesale prices. Elsoman, 7& E
LOCAL BRIEFS.

THE zebra that was with Barnum's circus
last year has died, and II has been stuffed and
will be placed In the National Museum next
week.
DETECTIVE MATTIEGLY last Thursday arrest
ed young man, named Arthur II. Wells who
terday turned over TO the Petersburg author.
ties.
SHORTLY after o'clock yesterday morning
n brilliant meteor was seen in the southwest
erly quarter of the heavens, which lighted up
the city momentarily.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

All physicians In Washington indorse the
Bailey Truss Price 50, at 2925 NJ street.
Ladies should consult Mrs. Bailey at her
residence, ll0S Eighteenth street.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

THE German Cologne sold at the Portland
Drug Store at 15c. and Sl.2j a bottle Is the
best article ever offered to the public.
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Books and Games.
l lot Chatter Boxes, gle.
1 lot 90 Bic
Iot 60 Ahc
] lot :" regular 81 book, Csc
A full line OF Mclaughlin Bros. Games.
All SOC. Games at soc.
All 81 Games at 75c
Novelties.
lot of large-slze Lava Dogs, S1.49.
lot handsome Paper Weights, SOC.
i lot handsome Paper Weights, 99c.
] lot Nickel lnkstauds, 19c.
l lot Nickel lnkstands, 63c.
lot Bronze Inkstands, Calendar attach
ment, S3c.
l lot Inkstands, 8 patterns, 05c.
/ lot Accordeons, 99c.
] lot Niolins, complete, 90c.
! lot Accordcons, 1924.
] lot AccOrdeons, 81 60.
l lot Accordeons, Sl.90.
Felt and Plush Goods.
! lot Felt Mats, Embroidered centre, DC.
lot Felt Tides, Bic.
lot Felt Tides, handsome, Coo.
/ lot Felt Tides, very handsome, soc.
lot Of Fancy Felt Sets, 49c.
lot Gilt Mats, entirely new, 3 sizes, at
33c. 43e. 49c. each.
lot Fine Plush Tides, soc.
lot Fine Felt Table Covers, soc.
lot Handsome Table Covers, $3.50.
! lot Table Scarfs, Emb. Ends, 00c.
] lot Table Scarfs, superb, Sl.90.
lot Beautiful l.ambrequins, $l.69.
Embroidered Gilt Felt by the yard.
JewcIry.
Ladies' Lace Pins, 1Oc. up to $1.49.
Ladies' Lace Collar and Sleeve Button, in
Gilt, Silver and Oxidized.
Ladies' Bands and Bangles.
Ladies' Fob Chains and Chatelaines.
Misses and Children's Bands and Ban
giles.
Children's Solid Gold Rings.
Solid Silver Thimbles, 33c.
Gents and Boys Sleeve Buttons, Scarf
Pins, OXidi2ed, Gilt, and Silver Chains, and
1000 other Trinkets.
Handkerchief and MuGicrs.
| so doz fine silk Iandkerchiefs, csc.
% doz fine silk IIandkcrchicfs, 35c.
25 doZ fine SILK Handkerchicfs, 45c.
20 doz Hemstitch China Silk, for men,
| 49c.
35 doz Hemsttch China Silk, for ladies,
| 39c.
silk IIandkerchiefs all the way up to
| $3.50.
Fine White and Colored Silk MufIlers,
| 99c.
Very fine Colored silk Muiflers, 1924.
SILK Muillers all the way up to 1890,
200 doz of Ladies' and Gents Linen
| l!andkerchiefs, in white, fancy and mourn
| ing borders. A grand assortment from &c
| up to G9c.
sSpeciaIties.
Worsted Goods of every imaginable kind
the prices will be crushed right out Of
them.
Plush Hoods, Bonnets and Sacques at
your own price.
Handsome Rugs and Mats.
Now we bought these goods to sell--not one
dollars worth will be carried over, as the
price on each and every article Is marked SO
what they are listed for, so you see that We
mean business. We are sure that the display
Will fully come up TO your expectations.
skates.
a large quantity consigned to us at just
half the original value.
90 do2 fine Roller Skates, all sizes, 59c.
ID doz still finer Roller Skates all sizes,
Coo
25 doz Steel Runner Ice Skates, all sizes,
| soc.
10 doz Steel Runner Club Skates, all sizes.
| 60c.
13 doz Steel Runner Club Skates, some
| thing nice, 99c
Z doz Steel Runner Ladies' Skates, 00c.
3 do2 steel Roller genuine New York
| Club Sl.79.
.2doz Steel Runner, genuine club, full
| nckel-pate, $l.90,
These are splendid presents, and very
| cheap one.
Patent Leather slippers, 09c.
All our Boys Fine Embroidered and
Patent Leather Slippers, soc.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
Clothing at wholesale prices. Eiseman
corner It'll and l..
Userul Presents for thc IIolllny

Messrs. Kohner 81 Bro. occupy one of
the largest and best stocked dry goods es-
tabishments In the city at 1882 Seventh
street northwest Mr., Max Kohner the
prominent senior partner, deserves a great
deal Of credit for his success in business.
lie commenced with handful Of fancy
goods In the market some time since and
now he controls one Of the finest dry goods
houses on Seventh street 1t Is 25 feet
front and runs back 100 feet, three stories
high, and is stocked with desirable and sea
sonable goods. A grand display Of holiday
goods In his line just received.
PICTURES, frames and novelties at Yeer-
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TrussI TrnsaI Truss,

BEST Black Cashmeres. j. f. Y, 7Sl
Seventh street.
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Diaries for 1856
at Chapman's, 9l5 Pennsylvania avenue.
CnEApEsr CIoaks at 79G 7th ST.
Leave Your Orders

for dinner and supper parties at Golden's
Potomac River game and fish stalls, who
takes pleasure to fill with the choicest
fresh fish, game, diamond-back terrapn
and oysters. Deliver goods free of charge
to any part of the city. Telephone, No.
S47-3
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

SAMPLE Sale OF Clocks. Young's, ne
Seventh street.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

Christmas cNrd., engravings, ctchings
aud every other style in pictures; albums,
rcady-made picture frames, the largest line
Of picture frame mouldings, plush jewel
cases easels, whisk-holdcrs, ETC., at Vecr-
ho1r's two stores, 0l6 and All Seventh
street.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

SINCE Mrs. Brown has taken TO using DR..
Bulls Cough Syrup she has saved an indie
pendent fortune in doctors bill. You can
do the same
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

SLIPPERY sidewalks cause bruised limbs.
ST. Jacobs OIL heals them. Fifty cents.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

JOHN RUDDENs new furniture and carpet
instalment houses, $50 and 932 Seventh
street northwest. Has the most extensive
stock Of furniture, carpets, rugs, mats, oil
cloths, pictures clocks, rattan chairs, etc,
south OF New York. Every article OF house
hold goods that is needed to make your
home comfortable and attractive can be
purchased at this large double store. His
prices are decidedly the lowest and his
terms the easiest.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
FINANCIAL.

New Work stock Market.
The following have been furnished by ].
Vance Lewis, broker, southwest corner Eighth
and i streets:
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

Comforts and general DISCRIMINATING
goods sold on easy weekly or monthly pay
ments at John Smiths Installment House,
4l3 New Jersey avenue northwest
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Pnpeterics
at Chapman's, 9l5 Pennsylvania avenue.
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Clothing retailed atwholesale rates. Else
man, 9TH and T.
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al NnYeI Atlrnction.

PICTURES, frames and novelties at Yeer
hon stores, 0l0 and al Seventh street.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12

Plush Whisk Holders embossed homework,
at ~, ~, 10 and Csc.
Antique Bronze Whsk Holders, with at.
tachable thermometers, at i5c. In various de-
signs.
Hand worked Parasina Whsk Holders,
(high noyeltics), at Sic.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
WHAT SHALL 1T BE?

That Is n question over which thousands are
already rendering. Those who read
this advertisement carefully
will find tan easy mat
ter TO decide.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
wall Pockets and Towel Racks ia
Endless XarietN-MirrOrs.

our styles, the assortment being SO very
large
Plush hand Mirrors, beyeled glass, at 3Jc.
Size by s, at Zoe.
Metal.frame mirrors, size s by s, mt 75c.
a handsome bevelud-glass mirror ut S2i3;
would be cheap at 49,
Combination, plush and metal-frame mir
rors "a high novelty, at Si48.
Extra heavy beyeled- glass mirrors, circular
shape, at s5.NS; worth $3.50.
Large plush mirrors, hand-painted, Sj.I.
Imported carYedwood mirrors, sj,2S.
The Washington critic., 1885-12-12
Fancy Willow Ware.

Sewing Baskets at 80, Island j9c.
Sewing Baskets, satin-qulted Cushions, ut
20, 80 and Tee.
Scrap Baskets, plain aud fancy, at popular
prices.
Work Baskets on Stands, all colors and de.
The Red Cloud chief., 1885-05-08
THE h~AlF.BREEOS.
Something About Them and Their Great
Land Troubles.

The present upris NJ is due 10 the
agitation begun b. Riel abou. n year
ago. Rel was the leader in the Red
River barrier Of 1853. and for his
completely in tn. troubles Of that time
was banishej for five years from the
Dominion. He returned 4 Canada last
year and entered the Saskatchewan
country. when he advised the half
breeds As & the course - pursue 80 OBJ
tain recognition of their rights by the
Government. The half-5reels ca n
that patents should b. issued for the
land occupied 5y them. and that each
man saorld nave his homestead deli
ri;ely defined aui DC allowed IN use the
timber on t.i. claims The haitbreeds.
IN short. demand me sam: treatment -
is accorded other i;lerS.
Manitoba a8d The terrItcry now the
scene Of trouble vas coded - the
Dominion in 1862 bv the Hudson bay
who until then had Is, y
governors % ihe csrn:rv- The pre-
VIII which tie Dominion
n..cIumeni sought 10 ASSUME po-se>-
sion hy sending Hon. William Nc
ID ucall - Winnipeg 10 ea.e- upon The
iu. as of ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS had Is
natural result. and the half bree!s.
under the leaf Of Louis Riel. resolved
10 prevent his entrance into the settle
ment until some guarantee Was ne
ceIved fox the rights of the inhabitants,
and the rebellion Of 1863 was the =. suit
At the time of the transfer Of tie Ter
citory to the Dominion. says = wriier.
b. log-huts Of the French half-breeds
lined both sides Of the Red and ASina-
boine rivers for many miles up and
down the streams from VIM peg. They
cultivated each man = few acres e ,
large proportion Of the broken land.
and foe many years their arge-wheeled
yx-caxts were The only vehicles that