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Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

players. The SIX leading players are equally
divided in their preferences. Joseph Dion
S xton and Maurice Day espouse
the cause of the cushion carom game
in which the cue ball must touch the
cushion before counting on the second
object ball. Vignaux, Slosson and
schasfer are Advocates of the 14-inch
balk line game, that is one in which chalk
lines are drawn upon the cloth from end to
end and from side to side OF the table IA
inches from the cushions. w hen the balls
are in this space OF IA inches between the
Chalk line and The cushions but two poi nus
can be counted. it being required chat the
second stroke must send at least one Of the
balls out Of the interdicce1 space. The
coming contest in Chicago at balk line bill
lizards and the exhibition Of the cushion
carom game which is to be held in New
York city shortly after the holidays will,
it Is hoped, result in the choice, for the
present at least, of a game that will meet
with universal favor. Until the present
week the highest run recorded at balk line
billiards was $40 by SlossOn, while at the
cushion carom game n was the highest
secured by Sexton. Vignaux has run l, 500
points at the ordinary three-ball carom
game, while Slosson has scored $50 at the
champions game. This will give some idea
of tho difficulty of scoring at the various
games.
OF the three contestants in this balk line
tournament Maurice Vignaux is slightly
the eldest. He is about 81 years old and a
Frenchman He plays billiards for a
living and appears to obtain consider
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

Gen Ba1cau, writing Of the queens drn W.
ing room, saysi Tho regulations are a
rigid on one point as the other The oldest
dowager must bare her withered arms and
neck before presenting herself in the augus,
presence, or, in order TO appear with aufi
Gent protection, a medical certificate Is In.
dkponsable.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

billiard room wherein
the cues usually lay idle
many months in the
year, but now the con-
tegion has reached even
them and few tables re-
main unused. Unfortu-
nately there is at pres
en5 a diversity of opin-
ION among lovers Of bill
lards as to which par
ticular game is b,st
calculated to bring out
the best pOints of the
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

At ono Of the seaside resorts lately n
young lady, who had decided TO favor tbe
company with some vocal selections wos
surprised and slightly amused TO hear y
gallant old gentleman remark that he wa
delighted 70 know she would condeseend
for at least that one evening, TO become
their bella doHRa.u
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

able income thereby.
Though he has visited
this country several
times he does not speak
sufficient English to
converse. The first evil
dence Of American
i2ing which he has ex-
hibited is that he some
times removes his coat
while playing. In polite
France this proceeding
would be considered tho
highest breach of eti-
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

Lord koseberry has been telling a pretty
little story about his pretty little daughter
her nurse had told hor that II she would
think less IN the day she would dream less
vt night But / can't help thinkingm
ans wered my lady; for you know can I
make my mind sit doWnr
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15
THE BILLIARD TOURNAMENT.
Portraits of the Contestants. What the
Coming Contests May Decide.

CHICAGO, Nov. H. The practice playing
Of the three celebrated billiardists, Vignaux,
Slosson and Schaefer, for the coming Il
inch talk line contest that is to open here
on the 10Th ins,. and continue for six nights,
has driven the whole male portion Of the
city, it appears, to talking billiards Very
MANY OF our nrlvata Residences nave their
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

Iniruler-Yes, stranger the Cavortin
Cataolasm Of Cl.averas canyon is gwine Ter
bunk with yer ternight. The lanilady
avs you come here from Bosting for yer
health, and are scared OF Texas despera-
doe8 but mono OF EN- will come noar Won
whom tho Cavorin Cataclasm is in bed
with YER
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

Josh was extremely fond of animals, and
had a cat at his house in Albany which be
gravely addressed as civilian" l sug-
gested that that was dignifie1 name for
puss, as cats were usually called Tom" or
Tip" or a quick. short cogn omen.
But that special, swell, blue-blooded
specimen of the feline race, l wish you to
know" rejoine1 the humorist. Recently,
poor fellow, he has had fits, and since then
| call him 'Fitz- William"
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

1t was Josh who originated the phras,
that is now a national sxpres sion-'Th
business end Of a wasp" and when he sale
to lady, lit is better to be laughed at for
not being married than to be unable t
laugh because you are" it seems to me he
uttered a sentence, to use one Of his own ex
preston, 'buiging out with first-class wis
dom
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15

1 A good story is told of the humorist being
thrown, on one occasion, among batch of
students in a country town near Ne
Haven. He was tramping along with q
rusty yellow dog, and entered the barroom
of hotel for some refreshments. A group
of the Yale lads CHANGED to be there on q
frolic, and Immediately interviewed Bill
lings, whom they evidently mistook for a
farmer. They inquired with affected in
Iterest after the health of his wife and chill
dren, and Josh, with counterfeite1 sim
plclty, gave them graphic ccOunt OF his
family and farm
of course you belong to the church"
asked one of the boys.
Yes, the Lord be praised, and my father
and grandfather before me-"
Nov, suppose you would not tell a
lie said one of the students.
Not for the world"
"What will you take for that dog9 point
ing to Josh's cur, which was crouching be
meath his chair.
Il won't take twenty dollars for that
dog"
Twenty dollars! Why, he's not worth
twenty cents.''
Il assure you 1 would not take twenty
dollars for him"
Come, my friend" said the student,
who with his companions, was bent on
having some fun with the old man. NOW,
you say you won't tell lie for the world
Let me see If you will not do it for twenty
dollars I'll give you twenty dollars for
for your dog"
'pll not take it
You will notl Here let me see if this
will not tempt you to lie" added he stu
/ dent producing small bag of half dollars.
which he built up into small piles on the
table. Josh was sitting by the table, with
his hat in his hand, apparently uncon cerned.
There added the student. there are
twenty dollars, all in silver; will give
you that Tor the animall' Josh quietly
raised his hat to the edge Of the table, and
rs quick as thought, scrapel all the money
INTO it except one half dollar and then ex-
claimed:
Il won't take your twenty dollarsl Nine
teen and a half is as much as that dog is
worth; he is your property"
tremendous shout from his FELLOWSHIP
dents clearly showed the woul1-be wag that
be was completely sold and that he need
not look for sympathy from that quarter.
so he good naturedly Acknowledged himself
beaten.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15
ANECDOTES OF JOSH BILLINGS.
Personal "Reminiscences of the Late HUI

B
morfst, With Specimens of His Fun.
was sitting down to lunch one morning
at Delmonico's with a literary friend when
there entered gaunt tall man. with stoop.
Inc shoulders, a slouching walk. iron.qray
hair and pair of keen, bright eyes, who
deposited himself heavily upon a chair al
the nearest vacant table Ny friend touched
my feet to direct my attention to the ew-
conner, and softly said; DO you know
who that isin ''No." That's Josh Bill
lings," he whispered. 'Tn ask him to join
us"
My friend arose, went to his table.
grasped his hand and in another instant
was introduced to the author of vast
amount of mis-spelt wisdom. "Hows every
bone in your bodyN sad Josh to my friend.
Then, turning to me, he said: Glad to see
YOU sir just arrived from England, en-,
Bring my outlet and coffee here he went
on, addressing the waiter, as he inserted his
ong lean legs under our table.
Before l left New York I called on Josh
Billings with an album, and modestly so
i"ited his autograph He took it on his
knees, gave his mouth comical twist, and
wrote:
Thrice is he armed who hath his quarrel
just" BARD OF Avon.
" And four times he who gets his blow in
fust" j. BILLINGS.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15
RARE NEAT EATERS.
THEIR NUNTEROSITY AND THEIR
F-SATISFAC TION.

A Return to savaGery--Second-C Glass
People and Their Table Ambition
Trials of Man who Likes Cooked
Meat.
Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-11-15
A HANDSOME HEROINE.

Among the ladies who responded was Miss
Marie de Lasalle Tor DeLecy as she was
called a French girl, whose parents were
dead. She was very handsome, we'll edu-
Gated and had been brought M in
good society in Paris and New York.
Mrs. Walters engaged her. For sew
eral years Mrs. Walters and her
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
M0f7'1 9laO1li0f.

The nuptials 0. Darwin G Angel, of
Plankinton, Dakota, and Miss Ruth
Moak were appropriately celebrated at
the residence of the brides parents in
Sun Prairie, last Wednesday, at noon
Miss Moak is daughter of w. I. Moak,
who formerly resided here, and the groom
is ason of Col w. H. Angel, who has
for many years been resident of Sun
Prairie. There were about one hundred
in attendance and .among them the fol-
lowing from this city: Mr.. and Ms. H.
S. Howell, Doctor NJ. N. Barber, Mr.. and
Mrs J. T. Moak, Miss Hannah Griffith,
Miss Nellie Howell, Miss Lottie Stahl,
Miss Mary Young, Miss Lena Barber and
Miss Lena Moak. The marriage cere-
mony was performed by Rev. E. d.
Farnham. The display of gifts to the
bride was quite large and included many
beautiful az we'll as useful articles. The
REPUBLICAN joins in congratulations to
the happy couple aid wishes them a
happy and prosperous married life.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
n democratic convention. Next, .uccsrs

in democratic convention. Next, succsrs
full only by the vote of Chas. II. Gardner
secured By appealing to the prejudices Of
the ignorant Or unthinking on that fire.
brand, the Watertown bond question.
Sometimes nominated after struggle
lasting for weeks, and the ballots running
up into the hundreds, and sometimes de-
feated in spite Of persistent blowing by
all the tricks of the professional politi-
clan and Office seeker.
In answer to the aboye Gen. Bragg
will probably be ready to swear that he
never heard OF the Watertown Democrat,
that he was not reader of 1.-THE paper,
and knows nothing of its course on the
finance questionable past Fall found a
man at the Commercial Hotel, in this
city. who had never heard Of our railroad
bond troubles-his pane was E. S.
Bragg. r. Z. i'RooK.
WATERFOWL. Feb. 10, 1885.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
Important Notice.

Straw & Murphy wish to inform the
public that in the future as in the past
they propose to take the LEAD in DESIGN
ING, DECORATING, PAPERING and PAINT.
ING in the latest and most approved
styles, ana at reasonable prices.
They especially wish to state that they
have engaged FIRsT-cLAss worklnen and
that their designing ia to be equal
and even better than anything heretofore
done in this city. Persons Intending to
have such work done, should, in justice
to themselves have it done in the best
manner and at lowest prices.
Remember that estimates are cheerfully
given on papering as well as painting.
18w3
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
Death of Manager Merrill.


Sherburne S. Merrill, Masaxer CT the
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway,
died at his home ia Milwaukee early last
Sunday morning from the effects of an
apoplectic stroke the previous Tuesday
He was in bis 9th year having been
born at Alexandria, New Ham pshirs,
July %, 1878. At Is no left home to
earn his own living. First he was en-
ployed an hotel clerk then O clerk in
Bostsn furnishing house and finally part
owner of woolen mill in his native
state. Mr.. Merrill came to Milwaukee in
1851 and entered upon the life of rail-
roader, calling in which he raised him.
self to the highest point. He was first
in charge of construction train on the
Milwaukee & Waukesha Railroad. In
1857 he accepted the SUPPLEMENTARY of
the Milwaukee, Watertown & Baraboo
Valley Railroad, which to-day ia part o.
the La Crosse Division of the st. Paul
system, position be held five years.
Mr.. Merrill moved to this city to live ia
1857 and after residence here of about
three years he removed to Milwaukee.
When the La Crosse. Milwaukee 4 Miss.
issippi roads were consolidated Mr. Nit
chell became president of the new board of
directors basing his acceptance however,
upon the condition that Mr.. Merrill should
be chosen the general manager. From o
few miles of rail within the boundaries Of
Wisconsin, Mr.. Merrill has gradually
extended his road until it spans four
states from east to west, penetrates tar
into the territory of Dakota, akd by par.
allel and cross lines forms net work of
rail through Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota,
Dakota and Northern Illinois. He has
proved himself man Of indomltable will
and energy and although of rough exter-
Tor was possessed OF large, sympathetic
heart. Mr. Merrill's funeral will be held
to-day from st. James Episcopal church,
and his body laid to rest in Forest Home.
The pall.bearers have been selected from
among the Oldest employees on the road,
and ]. Fl. Sleeper of this city acts as one
of them.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

Harvey B. Dodd, the lively and popu-
lar agent of the American Express Co. at
Madison, was pleasant caller among his
friends in the city Monday.
Miss Ella Beaulieu, of Concord, has
been "n visit of few days with rela-
tives and friends in this city.
George w. Gegenheimer, of Minneapo-
lis, MINI one of the St. Paul Co.'S, re-
liable passenger engineers, is on few
weeks visit with his parents in the Third
ward.
The Rev. DR.. Kemper has removed
from Nashotah to Oconomowoc. He still
retains his protessorship al Nashotah.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
Northwestern Surgical Institute.


We are informed that two of the Sur
geens of the Northwestern Surgical In
stitute of Appleton, Wis, will visit our
city again. They will be at the Com
mercial Hotel from Monday morning,
February 10th, until Thursday evening,
February 19b. Many of our citizens
have availed themselves of the advan-
tages afforded at this institute and syeak
highly of it and its mode of treatment.
The Institute was founded in 1865, and
is incorporated under the laws of our
state and is amply provided with all
modern facilities for the treatment of its
specialties which are all deformities of
the human body or limbs, such as curva-
lures or distortion of the spine, crooked
feet, legs, arms and hands. All diseases
of the bones, back, hip, knee, ankle, or
other joints, rheumatism of every grade;
dyspepsia, epilepsy or fits, diseases of
liver, kidneys, bladder and all affections
of the nervous systems, such as neural
gia, sick headache, nervous prostration
lowness of spirits, etc, etc. We would
advise all persons suffering from any of
the above diseases or deformities to avail
themselves of this opportunity thereby
saving the expense of visit to the In
stitute.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

DISTANCES FROM WATERrOwN.-Fron
the United States Official Postal Guide
the distances between WATERFOWL and
prominent cities Of the country, by the
shortest routes, are shown to be 20 follows:
Between Watertown and Boston, /, 155
miles; New York. 1000 miles; Philadsl-
phia, 953; Baltimore. 933; Washington,
902; Pittsburfh, 500; Chicago, 102;
Charleston, ). c.. 1,172; Cincinnati, 424:
st. Louis, $50; Omaha. 467; Ssu Fran
cisco, 1854.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
DISSOLUTION.

Notice is hereby given that the copartnershllp
heretofore existing between brown Bros =. a DO
brat is this day dissolved by mutual consent
The business Of the old arm will be carried on
by Brown Brothers who assume all liapiIlues
and settle all accounts of the late hrm OF brown
Bros & Dobbratz.
WATERFOWL, Feb, 8, 1885, 1873
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

We mean business, and have auth
orized every grocer to refund cost to any
customer who il dissatisfied with ne
Lands Saleratus and Soda. Try it II
Won have not already. We run all risks
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

A dozen choice building lots on the home
stead grounds of the late Vim. NJ. Dennis. Said
lots are on high ground. beautifully locate
and within five minutes walk of Main I, t.
MANY of the lots have fine fruit and shAde trees
of large growth. Also some land by the @z&&
on very reasonable terms. A. TANCK~
WATERFOWL, Feb. 10, 1885. I8
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
O6itatdf'B.

Last Thursday, February s., John
Fleming, father of William Fleming,
county clerk Of Dodge county, died at
his home in the town of Emmett, OF
general debility, aged rs years. De-
ceased had resided in Dodge county about
80 years. A wife, four sons and one
daughter survive him. He was buried
from Sc. Demands church Saturday
morning and his remains were followed
to the grave by one of the longest pro-
cessions ever seen here.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

NEW FIRM.-Tneodore Dobbratz, who
retires from the firm of Brown Brothers
& Dobbratz, has formed copartnership
with VIM. Raue under the firm name of
Raue & Debbratz, and will carry on the
business of house painting, graiaing and
paper hanging. Messrs. Raue & Dob
bratz are both mechanics of skill and
taste in their respective lines and will be
able to execute all work entrusted to
them with promptness and satisfaction.
See advertisement elsewhere.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

FIRE.-Last Thursday evening about
9 o'clock, the old Mowder homestead in
the Third ward, owned and occupied by
James G. Ford, was destroyed by fire.
The fire originated from bracket lamp
igniting the door casing, the flames
spreading very quickly to the End story.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ford were absent when the
fire broke out. The contents were most
ly saved frsn the building. The furni-
ture was insured in the London Assur-
ancs company for 5000. but there was nc
insurance on the building, the policy
having expired 10 days before and had
not been renewed.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

Miss Lizzie McMshon, a victim OF
consumption for several years past,
daughter of Mrs. Hugh Mcmahon, died
Sunday last at her home in the Third
ward at the age of 20 years. Her death
is sad blow to her family and in their
affiiction they have the sympathy of a
large circle of friends.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

At the meeting of the Wisconsin
Beekeepers at Madison last week, George
Grimm, of Jefferson, was elected first
vice president.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
Auction Sale.

will sell my farming imPieme nts,
vehicles, horses, cows, calves, &c, atpub-
lie auction on my farm in the town OF
Emmett, on "Wednesday, FEBRUARY 20, 1885,
at 10 A M. All sales under $l0. cash
over $40, months time at S per cent
interest. EVAN GRIFF1TH.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
HOME MATTERS.
TREASURER'S NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given to the taxpayers OF me
itv of Watertown. that the time for receiving
ud collecting taxes has been extended thirty
avs hui all taxes due on Personal PROP
.RTY must be paid by Saturday. February ~;
levy ON goods of the respective persons.
VIM F. VOSS, City Treasurer.
S-Ofice hours from o'clock q. m, to
clock d. m. Evenings from Z to g.
WAtertown, WIS.,, Jan, Zzo, 1902.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
Watertown. February 4, 1Ss

WatertoWn. February 4, 1885.
The committee to whom was referred the mate
ter of the free admission of Geo Bieberman into
the pnblic schools reported that the above was
legally entitled to such admission.
On motion the report was adopted.
On motion the Board adjourned.
VIM. II. ROHR, Clerk.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

-1215 cent ginghams for 9 cents at
~ York and Boston store.
The State Saengerfest will be held
this city in June to continue four
8.
Blankets and comfortables way down
lose at New York and Boston Store.
The Jefferson county Coed Templars
sention will be held at Pennington
Templars Hall, February IL and
Shawls at greatly reduced prices at
York and Boston Store.
Thomas & Smith, will have grand
at their Roller rink at Concord,
Saturday evening. Come one, come
d have good time.
zee our so cent unlaundered shirt:
York and Boston Store.
Che material is now being hauled
ground 70. the foundation of a
chool building for ST. Johns Evan
/ Lutheran church to be erected on
Street in rear OF the church.
Waterproof IL yards wide for IS
atNew York and Boston Store.
)ne of our citizens, whose name is
wen, received prize Of $500 in
Louisiana Lottery company last
j. The amount invested here for
lividvned OF course will never be
Ladies! Call and examine our line
oaks. New York and Boston Store,
to Kusel's Hardware store.
The members and friends of the NJ.
,hurch at Johnson's Creek met at
residence of Mr.. Tamblingson, We'd
sy evening last, to show their ap-
iation of the labors !of their pastor,
d. O. Sanborn. in the sum OF 500
which many Ithanks are extended to
kind contributors by the pastor and
family.
Best ST bedspread in the city at New
,rk and Boston Store.
Robert B. Kirkland, late district
orney Of the county, has associated
mself in law practice with the Hon. j.
Ward, Member of Congress-elect of the
district of Illinois. The office of the
w firm is Room So, Metropolitan Block,
licago. AS district attorney for two
rms MIR. Kirkland gave excellant satis@
ction to the people in bis official capac-
: and bis many friends unite in wishing
10 a successful future in the new busi-
atoms he has formed.
Go to the New York and Boston
re for low figures Next to Kusel'i
DWARF store.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

WANTED. competent girl immedi-
ely. Enquire of Mrs. A. OFF, 4th st.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11
BOARD of Education.

Regular meeting of the Board Of Education.
Present CONS. Wiggenhorn. WILDER. Sloan and
VOlckmau.
PRESIDENT Wiggenhorn in the chair.
The reading Of the minutes was dispensed
with.
free into the public schools was presented and
on motion the same was granted
Several accounts were presented ana reIerreo
to the Finance committee.
The FINANCE Committee presented the follow
ing report which was on motion adopted and
the accounts therein contained allowed. all vot-
ny in the affirmative:
To the Hon. Board Of Education:
wNT1rwEN.-YourF Finance Committee would
respectfully report, that they have examined
the following accounts and would recommend
Golln
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

Mail closes at The WATERFOWL Post once as
follows:
NJ.
EaHtS;45 Madison.....S:AS south...-lo;D
P. NJ.
sast12:4s North $50 Wsst...4::s Madison-..6:So
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

NJ.
Trains arrive from Madison go A. N. and 5.
5 P. NJ
Trains Nos. :, ., 5 and run daily between
chicago and Minneapolis.
All trains run daily except Madison line trains.
and run daily except Sunday between
Chicago and La Crosse.
]. H. SLEEPER. Agent.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1885-02-11

-12a cent ginghams fer 9 cents at
~ York and Boston store.
The State Saengerfest will be held
this city in June to continue four