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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
Despiscd Because They Are Dirt
Cheap.

style is everything nowadays. :"
said Market street merchant to a
Pittsburg Dispatch reporter yesterday,
as he ordered street arab out of his
store and rcprimanded a clerk for
throwing a piece on the floor. '.Yes,
style is everything" he continued.
I'VE have departed from the mex
pensive and simple customs of our
fathers. We are democrats no longer;
we are aristocrats, whether we have
money to carry out our pretensions or
Eot. The utility of a thing is not
taken into consideration in our pur
chases. Look at the calico on that
counter. 1t is beautiful, makes hand
some dresses and wears well, but
scarcely any one buys it. Why? Be-
cause the price is only 8 or 10 cents
yard. There can be no other reason.
At that rate drcSs-pattern would cost
about 81. What lady would be caught
wearing dress that cost only 81? She
would feel everlastingly dsgraced.
But the price up to Is cents or 81 a
yard, and they would all want it. The
high price would make it fashionable,
and there would be such a rush for it
we would be troubled to supply the de-
mand."
'.Do you ever talk to your wife in
that style?" inquired the reporter.
mo; but she is like the rest of
them," he replied, tartly. when
was boy" he resumed, rabbits were
so plentiful as to be drug on the mar
Ike. They could be bought for 5 and
10 cents apiece. At that price nobody
would eat them. Here in Pittsburg.
where they command from so to 60
cents pair, they are considered a
great dclicacy, and everybody eats
rabbit. What makes the differencep
The price. What else could it be?
There is no difference in the animal,
for rabbit is rabbit the world over
After pausing moment and glanc-
ing sharply at his clerks, the merchant
continued:
Beef liver is considered plebeian
article of diet, solely because it is dirt
cheap. If by chance any person buys
it, it is tucked away in the bottom of
the basket, so as to be secure from pry-
ing eyes. The average man or woman
would feel disgraced if it were known
they had eaten liver. Raise the price
for liver to - or Is cents a pound, and
there would be a rush for it. 1t would
be the fashionable dish. Ladies would
serve it at their teas, and pass it around
at their social gatherings. But so long
as it can be had for the asking it will
remain the despised thing it is. And
so with many other things. You see
how it is; style and price are every
thing, utility Is nowhere. The man or
woman who don't throw money away
is looked down upon. If they have
none of their own to squandcr they
must squander somebody's clsc's.
Il could tell you more of the same
SORT" he added. "but it is my supper
hour" saying which he directed the
cashier to turn out one of the two gas
lights he was using, and walked off to-
ward home, leaving the reporter to
draw moral from the discourse he
had listened to, which task is submitted
to the reader as the quickest way out
of the difficulty.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06

unwisdom. In their zeal to secure the
abstract and ideal. they lose sight of
the practical. They will have prohi-
bition or nothing Local option laws.
and laws forbidding the sale of liquor
to minors, and on the Sabbath, do not
interest them. They render little or no
assistance to those who are enforcing
our present laws TO save the children
and youth from becoming drunkards.
Some Of them go so far as to demand
the repeal Of all license laws, and the
removal of the tax on the manufacture
OF whisky If these wild schemes could
be carried into operation it requires no
prophetic vision to anticipate some of
the results. Whisky would be so cheap
that topper could drink himself into a
state Of more than beastly drunkenness
for two or three cents. Grog shops
would be ten times as numerous as they
DOW are. Towns and counties would
lose the protection now secured them
by local option. The land would be
deluged by drunkenness and debauch-
cry to an extent of which we can hardly
form conception. Decent men would
be driven to combine for a system OF
license and regulation, and we should
probably hear little more of prohibition
for generation to come. He that is
wise will consider these things.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
snail We Have a Five Hundred Dollar
License!

section of chapter 296 of the Laws
q 1855, being the chapter amending
the liquor law of this state, provides
l3at i twelve qualified voters of city.
village or town, shall file with the clerk
q uch municipality written request
iaat the question of the amount to be
charged for license shall be submitted
t9 ga election, it shall be the duty of
t'a clerk to forthwith give notice of an
election to be held on the third Tues
dF Of September for the purpose of
Va-ipg on the question. In this city
either of three ballots might be used at
seA election by each voter One for
tao hundred dollars, one for three hun
dfe3 and fifty dollars, and one for FIVE
hundred dollars. If five hundred dol
lars received the highest number of
votes, that would be the amount of the
license fee for the ensuing three years.
i.o hundred dollars did not receive
plurality, but the votes for that
amount added to tho votes for three
hundred and fifth dollars exceeded the
votes for two hundred dollars, then
the license fee would be three hundred
aad fifty dollars. We suppose "a re-
qaest for an election under this section
win 10 fled in this city. Such re-
quest has already been filed in some of
tho cities and villages of this state.
high license wherever tried has been
found to be an improvement upon low
license. 1t diminishes the number of
tie saloons, and makes those that do
oN more law observing. They have
g greater interest ut stake. They can
not afford 10 run the risk of having a
tlo hundred dollar license revoked for
th profit they can make in selling
liquor TO minors, to prohibited persons,
oc On forbidden days, or by keeping a
d orderly house. We hope to see
iiee hundred dollar license voted in
tai city. High license is partial pro-
lailon, and the Prohibitionlsts should
vote for high license when that seems
tie most practicable. To them we
commend the article by the Rev. r. NJ.
j Held, recently published in The Ad-
vance. and which we give below.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
A. p. KEAM, NJ. d.
BIC RArIns. MIch.. June y. -

BIG RAPIDS. Mich. June - 1853.
For twenty years ] have known DIR. Fred i;
Wood as standing at the head Of his profession
Always genial courteous and kind. he has
reached an eBviable position in his profession
For years he has made specially OF chronic and
surgical Diseases III the treatment Of which he
has equal. To those needing the services Of
q competent physician or surgeon | most cheer.
fully recommend him. s. g. WEBSTER
Treasurer Mecosta County.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
TlOIlaSzBaSfOpdS
ANNOUNCEMENT +!

Thanking our patrons for past
favors, we wish to inform them and
the Public generally, that we have
just returned from the City with
one of the Finest Stocks Of Spring
and Summer Goods that has ever
been brought to this place, We
found a very favorable market,
prices being exceedingly low. We
propose to give all who may favor
US with their patronage the full
benefit of the present condition Of
the market.
We would call especial attention
to our Dress Goods Department, it
being the largest in the city, in
which will be found full and COM
plete line of Staple and Fancy dress
goods, satin and velvet Trimmings
in all the new shades also Cling
hams, Lawns, Nainsooks, Prints,
Seersuckers, in all the new styles.
Ladies and Gents fancy neckwear,
Cashmere and Persian Shawls,
Hamburg and Swiss Embroideries,
Laces and Curtain Laces; Gents
Ladies, Misses and Children's fine
Hosiery, &C., &c.
Highest price paid for produce.
Call and see us. We shall take
pleasure in showing you our goods.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06

A French authority gives the follow
ing receipt for a transparent cement
which possesses great tenacity and has
not the slightest yellow tinge: Mix in
a well-stoppered bottle 10 drains of
chloroform with 101 drains of non-vul-
canized caoutchouc cut in small pieces.
Solution is readily effected, and when
it is completed add p drains of mastic.
Let the whole macerate from eight to
ten days without the application of any
heat, and shake the contents of the
bottle at intervals. A perfectly white
and very adhesive cement is the result.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
Wright House, Lancaster,
s9rNs@wg INK oNxAL@

Bio RAPIDS Mich, July 10, 1888
BE IT KNOWN
That have been intimately acquainted with
DR.. Fred b Wood for seventeen years last past
and always knew him to be q hard student and
scientific and successful surgeon BY energy and
close observation to his professional dntes he
has always maintained a high position in the
ranks Of his profession. ] would recommend
him to the suffering public a true friend. while
in his speeislties he has few IL any equals and no
snpcrlors. VI. BRuwN
Late Judge nth Circuit Mich
BIC RAPIDS. Mich, June ~, 1888
This j 10 certify that have known Dr. +. II
Wood both personally and professionally (hc.
having amputated one OF my arms) for eighteen
years last past. and always knew him to be a
close student and a careful and successful physi-
clan and surgeon In the estimation Of the pub.
lie be has no superiOTs in Ibis country. cheer.
fully recommend him in his new field Of labor
O. 4. MANN,
Under Sheriff Mccosta County
talk. bnt employ the best and be cured. q
:. Remember the dates and call at the Doct rs
Isultations strictly confidential Address ali
AIRY, 456 Broadway, Milwaukee. Wis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
ENEMIES READY TO STRIKE

ENEMIES READY TO STRIKE
Every family is constantly in danger
from impure w9ter, unripe fruit. un-
wholesome food, contagious diseases,
cramps, cholera morbus, coughs and
colds, indigestion and simple fevers. In
such cases bottle of Parker's Tonic
kept in the house renders it unneces-
sary TO call physician. Nothing so
good for children. 22w4
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06
IMPORTANT.

When You visit or leave New York City. save
Baggage Expressage and Carriage Hire and stop
at the GRAND UNION HOTEL, opposite Grand
Central Depot.
Elegant rooms fitted up at cost Of one million
dollars. reduced to Sl.00 and upwards per day.
European plan. Elevator. Restaurant supplied
with the best. Horse Cars. stages and elevated
railroad to all depots. Families can live better
at any other frst-class hotel in the city. 2syl
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06

BUCKLEN'S ARNICA SALVE.-
The Best Salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
Fever Sores, letter, Chapped Hands
Chilblains ,Corns, and all Skin Eruptions
and positively cures Piles, or no pay re-
quired. 1t is guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction, or money refunded. Price
% cents per box. For sale by
STONE & HAssELL.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06

Do not be deceived by gracious smiles aud Owery
Wood cannot cure you he will tell you so az once
rooms and get his opinion. All letters cons
letters to WOODS HEALTH DISPENSE
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06

FUNERAL Goods Of ey
cry description and
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1885-08-06

BIG KAFIDs. Mich July 2, IsS3
This is TO certify that have known and prac-
ticed with DR.. Fred b. Wood for years past and
always found him genial and kind to ALL His
practice has been unbounded. while in surgery
he operates with that peculiar skin and rapidity
which il only gained by hard study. close obser-
vation and thorough knowledge OF the parts
he has no snperiors. In this specially he has
spent years Of study and in Investigation. Those
needing the services OF a competent physician.
can do no better than consult DR.. Wood
A. r. KEAM NJ. ID.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
OTTAWA ILL, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER I, 1856.
B-O-W-M-A-N,

The idea that any one, either man, wo-
man or child in La Sale county has not
heard of Bowman, the celebrated photogra'
pher, presupposes the fact their Iedueation
had been sadly neglected in their earlier
days. For many years past Mr.. Bowman
has been the central figure in the stellar at
traction of photographers in not only La
Sale county, but Northern Illinois. In fact
the history of photography would not be
complete without big chapter devoted to
this distinguished parsonage. He has main.
tanned the lead in his work for 10! these
many years, and the reputation of his art
rooms has gone forth throughout the land.
He has one of the largest galleries in the
state and his work compares favorably with
that turned out of the best galleries in Chi
cago In fact what he doesn't know about
the science of picture-taking is not worth
knowing. An almost lifelong experience,
the purchasing of the latest and best inven-
tons in the art, the employment Of the best
talent to be had, these and devotion to his
art have made reputation for his work
that places it among that of the most skilled
workmen in photography. Among the most
recent additions to his methods is that of
the process of enameling pictures, which
gives beautiful finish to the picture pre-
serving it from discoloration and by which
the lights and shades ofthe photo are brought
out in distinct relief. lfyou want an artistic
picture, one which you will not be ashamed
to send to your friends anywhere, just give
him a sitting for some of those enameled
photographs
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
The Special Sale,

The week has been an unsatisfactory one as
a rule among business men; but it has serv-
Ell 10 introduce the new dress goods and
cloak stocks at II. j. Gillen's, and the re-
suits of the week indicate that sales will be
unprecedented when the weather becomes
settled. The fact is, that these departments,
as noted last Saturday, are in condition both
as regards prices and immense variety of
fabrics and garments to astonish buyers
The silk and velvet stocks are peculiarly rich
in elegant fabrics, in which equal value for
the money has never been offered in this
city. This is the plain fact in the case, as
any buyer will admit on an examination.
The goods are the genuine article, and guar
anteed just as represented in every instance,
Bargains continue in gloves, &c.
All seasonable goods in complete assort-
ment and at the lowest of low prices.
Bargains in the boot and shoe house. If
you haven't examined this stock you will be
surprised at what they are doing there in
this line, if you will do 80.
All are invited to call and compare prices
in any and all lines and departments.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Book coffee at BURKE's.

Postmaster Bowman has received COM
munication from the postoifice department at
Washington to which was referred Mr.. b. s
prize offers for the three best articles on the
immediate delivery service. The depart
ment said the three articles by the newspa-
per men of this city were very good, but
would not decide which was the best. 1t
seems that our worthy p. NJ. was the victim
on the part of the competitors. He offered
three prizes and only three competed. 1t is
difficult thing to get ahead of the so-called
" smart Alexis" on the newspaper stats.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Public Sale.

The Tallman Libby sale, postponed once
or twice before this, is fixed for Thursday
Nov. 18th, at his residence in South Ottawa
colts, saw mill, lhresher, horse power, lum-
Der wagons, and a large miscellaneous lot of
farm tools, some not usually on the list of a
sale. The usual terms, with six months
credit. without interest, will be given. Sale
begins at p. m.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

TO-DAY WE WILL HAVE ANOTHER LARGE
SHIPMENT OF SPLENDlDS, WHEN WE
WILL ENpEAyoR 10 FILL IALL BACK ORDERS,
AND WILL BE HAPPY TO PLACE ALL NEW ONES
POSSIBLE. As THIS ELEGANT AND POPULAR
STOVE is GETTING VERY SCARCE 1T MIGHT BE
WELL FOR THOSE INTENDING TO PURCHASE
THIS SEASON TO LEAVE THEIR ORDERS lMMEDI-
ATgLY. The SALE OF SPLENDlDS FOR 1885
is FAR BEYOND PRECEDENT.
+. A. KENDALL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Hanging lamps, Hanging lamps!
Ar FORBES!

Mrs. Reno, of Henry, H., has been in
this city this week circulating petition for
the release Of her son, Rufus Reno, who was
short time ago sentenced to one year in
the penitsntiary from this county for assault
with intent 70 commit rape.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Glass and putty. Glass and putty.
AT FORBES

1t is currently reported that the Chicago
Telephone Company are considering the pro
iect of building toll line from Aurora to
this city. This would give all the Fox river
towns between these cities telephone com
munication, not only with Chicago, but with
each other. Whether or not the project will
assume definite shape will be owing to the
aid extended by the cities and town. inter
tstsi.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
THE GREAT
FALL ) WINTER
SALE begun Ar
HI. GILLEN'S

UNPRECEDENTED STOCK
in all departments of Dress
Goods, Carpets, CIOaks, Shawls,
Flannels, Blankets and all Fall
and Winter Goods. This stock
is not only the largest, but the
best selected in La Sale county,
and Notwithstanding the ad.
vance i'm the wholesale markets
in many lines, new and low
prices will be made in all de.
partments.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
All kinds of frames made to order,
Ar FORBES

Monley s. Jordan has a large variety Of
the finest stoves in the market at their
hardware and agricultural implement rooms.
When in want of anything in their line do
not fail to call and inspect their stock. They
keep everything sold in the hardware line
and sell AT bottom prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

The Ottawa house people announce that
beginning next week, they will spread a
lunch at all hours of the night Parties
coming in on late trains or detained out late
at night had better make a note Of this.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

Tuesday the public schools of this city
closed at p. NJ. for the winter months,
which is half hour earlier than customary.
There is no legitimate reason why the public
schools of this city should not close at that
hour the year around. If there is, let it be
known,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

His inbred desire for scratching in
duced some unknown individual at the Sec
ond precinct, Tuesday, to strike out the only
name on the ticket and then vote it. That
fellows conscience must be resort for
treason, stratagem and spoils, and it
troubled him to vote for either candidate.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

A private masquerade will be given at
Kneussls hall, Thursday evening, Nov. II.
The committee Of arrangements consists of
Chas W. Wendell, jacob Glenn, Otto
Scherer, John Jobst, Fred Geiger, Fred Gaul
and f. Hoffman
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

Hapeman & Graham are opening an ele-
giant line Of fancy and staple goods in their
handsome store, which has recently been
papered and decorated in the most artistic
manner. Some of the finest lines of holiday
goods ever brought to this city may now be
seen at their store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

The Congregational Sunday School will
next Sunday evening give another Of their
very interesting concerts, under the man
agement of Supt. Prof. Tufts. Solos will be
rend cred by Miss Harrison and Mr. Frank
Kendall. All are invited.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

The attention of farmers and stock men is
directed to the card of V. II. Seely, auction
Ger, in this issue, When you have sale
notify him and he will attend and do you
good work.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

W. J. Nicely, Wednesday, sold TO Edward
Phillips, n window glass blower here, two
handsome FLIES for 800 each. The colts
will be shipped to Ogden, Iowa, on Monday,
where Mr.. Phillips will make his home.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Oysters At Burke ).

The special grand jury which convened
yesterday afternoon had number of Strea
tor witnesses in attendance to testify in the
case against Yeast for the murder of Parks
Both this case and that of Andrew Steinke,
charged with arson, will be finished to day.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Book baking powder at BURKE's.

The " surprise party at the residence Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Peter Egan, on Friday night
of last week, was a very pleasant event
Balls full orchestra furnished the music
and thesyoung folks had plenty of amuse-
ment and dancing, supplemented by choice
supper by the hostess.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

Hannah DAILY, a young girl employed in
the Clifton house laundry, got three fingers
of her right hand badly injured in the man
gle Thursday afternoon. The flesh was lit
orally burned off and the bones broken.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
child Il PhiDpS

Would call especial attention to their fine
stock of rubbers and heavy goods. In all
lines of boots and shoes they promise the
best goods sold in the market and at the
lowest living prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

All. Kennedy, of Streator, wants to match
Charles Lomasney against any La Sale man
in hard glove contest, winner to take all
receipts and as much money as may be put
up on the occasion. La Sale has couple of
handy men at the gloves, and Charley would
find his match in any Of them, but, Of
course, they won't meet him.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
Glass and putty Glass and putty!
Ar FORBES

Libby & Co. recently sold large number
of horses and cattle to parties at Bushberry,
Neb., to start a herd The firm is having
very good luck with their hogs, no cholera
being among them this season. This is an
important item for buyers to take into con
silpratiOn
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

If you want good overcoat don't fail to
see NJ. Stiefel. He can and will do better
with you than any other house in the city.
NJ STIEFRL.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07
At " heelpr'S.

Wheeler, the photographer, has some ex
cellent views of Bailey Falls taken recently,
to which he directs the attention of his pa.
irons. Call and see these fine pictures at
his art rooms.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

Motifs celebrated Cider, Champagne and
sweet, for sale at Riale's. lie has just re-
ceived a car load Of this best Of all brands Of
cider, and can supply the Ottawa market
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

Those interested in the great Parnell
movement should not forget TO attend the
meeting in Father Mathew Hall tomorrow
night. Able speakers will address the
meeting
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

You want IN to wear well. Well, We wa
rant III to wear well. 8. B. Wilkins Coz
Rockford hosiery. L bi some Il c.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

About 20 immediate delivery letters were
received at the Ottawa post Office during the
month of October and about 200 were sent
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1885-11-07

Go and see the best 500 red shirts and
drawers at Oak Hall, the One Price Cloth
iers, north Of court house.