davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
The rroat sensational

The great sensational d. a Of
{" The Octoroon will be presented
in the opera house on Wednesday
evening, May 20. The same COM
pany, with some additions, that pre-
sented the play "Lost in London
so aeceptably few weeks since, viii
present this one. Lost in London
was for the benefit of the George II.
Legate Post, and was literally pat
ronized, resulting in handsome
addition to the funds of the Post.
This play of 1.-THE Octoroon "a
better play, better written, more in
teresting in every way, a higher
range of character, and an American
play in all respects--is to be presen-
ted for the benefit of the Mineral
Point Cornet Band, an object equally
meritorious with the former. This
Cornet Band has NEVER received the
encouragement it has been entitled
to from the people of this place. II
has hung together, and, by its own
unaided industry and perseverance
has become a skillful, well organized
band that is credit, not particular
ly to the city, for the city has rem.
dered it very little assistance, but to
itself. 1t is to be hoped that the
opera house will be filed full to over.
flowing when "The Octoroon," fol-
the benefit of the Mineral Point
Cornet Band, shall be presented.
Admission 25 cents. Reserved
seats 35 cents. Tickets may be OBJ.
tanned at Hanscom's book store.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
To the Surviving Members Of Com.
pany |, I'd Reqt., Wis. Vol.

COMRADES 1t has been proposed
by several members that reunion
Of Co. I, I'd Regt., Wis. Vols, be
held this year at such time and
place as may be hereafter determin-
ed upon, and with view to ascer-
tanning the wishes of comrades this
notice is published, inviting a cor
respondence with either of the I'M
designed. 1t has been suggested
that the company assemble at the
time of the Brigade reunion al
Madison, while others have suggested
that the company had better hold
its first reunion at the place of its
organization, at Mineral Point, some
time in September, or earlier if con-
venient to all concerned. Comrades
are requested to correspond with one
or the other of the undersigned,
stating a preference as to time and
place of holding our first reunion.
An immediate response is requested
that ample time may be had in
making the necessary preparations.
Fraternally,
GEO. HI. Otis, McGregor, Ia.
ED. DEvLIN, Mineral Point.
GEo. JEUcK, Mineral Point.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
PERSONAL.

Dr. J. l.. Mofett is down from Minneapolis,
on brief visit to old time friends in this city
and vicinity. The Doctor had severe seige OF
Illness during the past winter, but appears TO be
himself again. He receives a cordial greeting
from his numerous friends
Mr.. and Ms. C. A. blanchard came up iron
Darlington on last Thursday evenings train, for
brief stay in this city. Mr.. B. IS recovering
from the injuries which he received in s rail
way accident over in Grant county about fye
weeks ago but is still compelled to use crutches.
Ford Rowe. an old Mineral Point boy, came up
from Rockford, on last Friday evening aid
spent few days in visiting with friends. He is
in the employ of the Shirt mandatory of 81. G.
sprague Co., of Rockford.
E. B. Smith, late of Hanover. Green county,
has been promoted to the position of station
agent for the c., NJ. s ST P. R'y at Platteyille.
Messrs John and Judson L. Beardsley, former
" of this place were in town on Wednesday to
attend the funeral of Ellsworth NJ Matthews
Mr.. and Mrs. F. ". Phillips came up from
Racine last week, and are visiting relatives and
friends here.
Chris Miller, head clerk in the Lorimer house
of Dubuque Iowa, is here on a visit.
P. A. Collins returned last week from Dakota.
We are glad to learn that he intends to remain
here.
Abe Potter and Doc Smith, of the Point eireu-
lated on our streets on sunday. Abe and Doc
have a host of friends here who are pleased to
meet them-and they come often, too.-Darling-
ton Democrat.
Joseph Deller has been confined to his home
during the past week. He was doing some work
around home, and in kneeling down upon the
ground injured his knee which was hurt last
summer. His friends hope TO see him around
again before long.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
LINDEN.

John Vivian is much better at
this writing.
There are at present quite num-
Der of cases of sickness in this vii
lage and vicinity, chiefly among
children.
Matthew Wasley, formerly of this
place, at present of Storm Lake,
Iowa, spent short visit with his
brothers and sisters of this village
last Sunday. He looks just as he
did twenty years ago, and just as
sociable.
A lot of carpets and floor oil cloths
just received at Lewis Bros, which
will be sold cheap. SO
We start out on our tour to assess
the town this week, and we trust we
won't be taken for a peddler, as we
frequently was last year. AS you
know, we are under obligations Ito
the farmers especially for to get
our bread basket replenished.
Any person finding a large brass
key, will confer favor by returning
the same to Mr.. Trembling, at his
store.
The prettiest patterns and lowest
prices on wall paper and borders. at
Lewis Bros. 80
DR.. Stevens is having his goods
hauled to Edmund, for shipment.
George Kislingbury is being de-
tanned from returning to Colorado,
on account of his little girl Ella,
being at the point of death.
Joseph Pollard, Jr., purchased the
Hammell place in this village; con-
sideration $40.
George B. Treglown, we are in
formed, purchased the Bergman
place adjoining Hammells, vest
have not learned the consideration.
The above transactions in property
goes to show that some have con-
tidence in Linden's future
The Chronicle correspondent gave
the boys a send off last week, and
according to the proprietors of the
feathery tribes in this village, we
are sorry to state, was too true.
We don't mean to say that our boys
are worse than others, but they
should remember that at present,
hen fruit is at premium. If the
farmers don't believe it, Just try our
merchants, and be convinced.
Max Sands, railroad agent, for the
G. and N. ". R'y Co., at Dodgeville
station, was in the village last Mon
day on business and pleasure COM
bined.
Wanted 800 bushels of Potatoes,
for which the highest price will be
paid-at Lewis Bros. 80
T. M. Goldsworthy and his esti-
mable lady, was in the village on
Monday. We heard Tommy a lit
tie before we saw him. That loud
hearty laugh we are glad to note
still predominates in, Tom. While
here he rented his store house, for
merly occupied by DIR. Stevens, to
Mr.. Trembling; and by the way,
the property is offered for sale at
rare bargain. For particulars, call
on or address R. w. Sampson.
The principal part of the zinc ore
raised in our mines is now hauled
to and shipped from Edmund over
the Northwestern.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
BUSINESS NOTICES.
Ask for S. B. Wilkins Hosiery

Ask for S. B. Wilkins Hosiery. &c
Next to leather for wear, buy S.
B. Wilkins Co.'S. Rockford sox. &c
Keep Kool in S. B. Wilkins Kot-
ton Hosiery, kost least, wear best. 80
All kinds of repairing, ETC., done
at James G. Remfrey's wagon shop.
Dresen, the tailor. makes frst-class
clothing at reasonable prices.
Best to wear, Best to wash, S. B.
Wilkins Rockford sox and hose. SO
Go to James G. Remfrey's wagon
shop to have good work done. 24m6
Remember J. A. Spratler pays the
highest market price for butter and
eggs.
Mr.. Deller offers cash buyers big
bargains. Don't let the opportunity
slip. 40.
We offer good bargains in buggies
and farm wagons. Call and ex-
anime. MARTIN & ToAY. 41w4
Mr.. Deller by the 1st of June will
take possession of his old store
(Sam Coad's Block and before re-
moval offers some extra induce
ments to cash buyers. 40.
Farmers, Brewer & Penhallegon
pays cash for your produce, buy
your groceries of them. 80
The fancy harness on the team
driven to Bliss & Golner's meat wa
gon was manufactured by Frank II.
James, the popular harness maker.
41w1
Deller's are closing out lot OF
Misses and Ladies' fine Caters at
80, GO and 75c, pair, worth double
the money; but they got to 60. 40.
Brewer & Penhallegon are having
big demand for their Scot uncol-
ored tea. 81 900 forfeited if not
pure. 80
We shall in future keep line OF
factory made tinware to suit all
classes of customers. at bottom pri-
ces. MARTIN & ToAY. 41w4
If you go to J. A. Spratler's you
can get two pounds Of choice roasted
coffee for Soc, in a nice Lunch
Basket worth so cts.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15

NOTICE TO HEAR PETITION FOR ADMINISTRATION.
State of Wisconsin, Iowa County Court-In
Probate.
Notice IL hereby given that nj n special term
OF the Iowa County Court To he held in and for
sad county at the Court House In the village
Of Dodgcvlle IN said county, on the ID day Of
June. A. d. 1925, being the LIST Tuesday of said
month nt O'Clock In the afternoon of said day
the following matters will be heard aud con
sdercd:
The application of Albion l.. White, for the
appointment of an administrator Of the estate OF
samuel White. late OF the city OF Mineral Point
In said county deceased.
Aud Il Is further ordered, that public notice
thereof be given to all persons Interested by
publishing copy OF this order for three weeks
sueecssively prior to said day of hearing in the
Iowa County Democrat, weekly newspaper
circulating IN said county.
by order of the court;
JOHN +. JONES, Judge.
Dated, Dodgevlle, Wis, May 8, 1885. 4OwS
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Victory

Is over I6 hands high. having the form and style
OF \ fine carriage horse as well as trotttng bred
one; has the very finest disposition in harness
and stable. His pedigree is of the RICHEST sired
by Alden Goldsmith, son OF Volunteer, by Rsse-
dykes Hambletoniau.
Alden GoldSmith's dam was also by Rysedy Ike 5
Hsmbletonian.
Victory's list dam by Swigert, the sire of Gala
mus, "a; Whine Wick, .: "a; George h, =: 2S;
Reselute, ,: "a; Janet. 1921; Bay Brine, >: y:
Dixie (trial) $40; Swigert IT., s;sS9s,
ID dam by Eureka son OF Long Island BLACK
Hawk. She was also the dam of that grand stall
lion, Star OF the West, record 2;26, and grand
dam OF the stallion Silas Wright, record s:s6i !.
ThroughNictory' sire we get the highest order
OF speed, although Young Alden Goldsmith has
two in the .: ~ list at five years old. His grand
sire, Volunteer, has IN the :: 30 list, including
St Julien 2ila, Gloster 2;l1, Alley s.l9: Bodine
2l9, Driver saS Amy s;s0 Huntress e:sosl, Pow
erS s:2i, Nolney s.s2 W. Allen s:sS, Trio 2.fS
Carrie 9:s4, Frank Wood : ~. No other horse
dead or alive can show as long list of fast per
formers. Volunteers sire Rysedykes Hanble
lonian was the sire of s. in the 2; 80 list lnclud
ing the mighty Dexter sii7l.
Victory Il will be seen il allied 10 as many
good ones as any horse in the west, and should
produce something good bred to such mares a.
ale owned in the vicinity of Mineral Point and
podgeyille. have plenty of business for him
al home but am anxious TO breed with the
best mares possible and for this reason send him
where know there are good mares and plenty o.
them. l am at great extra expense sending hin
so far from home, and in return would ask lib
eral patronage and shall let the horse make twt
seasons in the same place. To insure, S2o.
The horse will be In charge OF Samuel Salmon
Sstf WA. J, DYER, Lancaster,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15

ORDER TO HEAR PETITION OF ADMINISTRATIONS TO
SELL REAL ESTATE
State Of Wisconsin. Iowa County Court-ln
Probate.
In the matter Of the estate OF william T. Henry
deceased.
ON reading and filing the petition OF Philip
Allen Jr administrator with the VIII annexed
Of the estate of said william 7. Henry deceased,
setting forth the amount of personal estate that
Of the amount of debts Outstanding against said
deceased, and praying that license be TO him
granted 10 sell all OF the real estate whereof said
deceased died siezed, for the purpose OF paying
said debts and the charges OF administration;
and 1t appearing by said petition that there Is
not sufficient personal estate IN the hands OF said
administrator TO pay said debts, aud that u Is
necessary in order TO pay the same 70 sell all Of
said real estate.
II is therefore ordered, that all persons inter
rstcd In said real estate appear before this court
al n regular term thereof 10 be held on the I'd.
Jay OF June, ISS'. at the Court House i'll the
village OF Dodgevile at O'Clock III the forenoon,
then and there 20 show cause Of any there shall
bel why license should not be granted TO said
administrator to sell said real estate according
TO the prayer Of said petition.
And IL is further ordered, that this order shall
he published for four successive weeks prior 10
said day OF hearing IN the Iowa County Democrat
a weekly news paper published in said county.
aud a copy thereof shall be SERVED personally
on all persons interested I'm the estate and resid-
ing in this county at least twenty days before the
day herein appointed for the hearing.
by order OF the Court.
JOHN T. JONES County Judge
Dated Dodgeyille, Iowa County, Wis, April.
p11 ;SgS
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
These are Solid Facts.

The best blood purifier and sys-
tenn regulator ever placed within
the reach of suffering humanity
truly is Electric Bitters. Inactivity
of the Liver, Biliousness, Jaundice
constipation, Weak Kidneys, or any
disease of the Urinary organs, Oh
who eyer requires an appetizer,
tonic or mild stimulaht, will always
find Electric Bitters and the best
and only certain cure known. They
act surely and quickly. every bottle
guaranteed to give entire satisfaction
or money refunded. Sold at fifty
cents bottle by c. r. Moffett. 404
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
The Success of the Reunion As
SGred.

1t gives US pleasure to announce
that success is already assured tc
the reunion of the Southwest Wis
consin Veteran association which
will be held in Dodgeville sometime
about the middle of June. The
people of Dodgeyille have taken
hold of the matter in good earnest
and sufficient funds have already
been subscribed to defray all neces-
sary expenses of the reunion, and
insure good time. We hope that
the efforts of the people of Dodge.
vile will be crowned with deserved
success, and that the reunion will
be the largest ever held by the asso-
citation.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
A Remarkable Escape.

Mrs. Mary A. Daley, of Tunk.
hammock, Pa, was afflicted for six
years with Asthma and Bronchitis
during which time the best physici-
ans could give no relief. Her life
was despaired of, until in last Octo-
Der she procured a Bottle Of DR..
Kings New Discovery, when i'm
mediate relief was felt, and by con-
tinuing its use for short time she
was completely cured, gaining in
flesh 50fbs. in few months. Free
Trial Bottles of this certain cure OF
all Throat and Lung Diseases at c.
R. Moffett's Drug Store. Large
Bottles S1.O0.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Poor Fellows p!

Frustrated, debilitated, enfeebled
they feel as if they were hardly
worth picking up. They would
hardly give the toss of bright
penny for u chance of a choice
between life and death. But even
such forlorn people can be renewed
by the use of Browns Iron Bitters.
1t vitalizes the blood, tones the
nerves, and renovates the system.
Mr.. Isaac C. Weed, Burr's Mills,
O., says, 81 used Browns Iron
Bitters for general debility and il
helped me greatly"
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Hear Ye! Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

The undersigned have in stock a
large assortment of agricultural inn
plements, consisting of corn plan
tiers. cultivators, Tiger and Thomas
self-dump horse rake and Thomas
Tedders, also McCormick's new
Steel Binder and their celebrated
mowers. Our goods are all from
first class manufacturers, and viii be
sold at satisfactory terms and prices.
We desire it distinctly understood
that we are the only party that sells
Glidden fence wire IN Mineral Point.
Al S. HocKING & Co.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Public Sale.

The undersigned viii sell at pub
lie auction at her residence in the
town of Moscow, ON Wednesday,
May 20, 1885, the following desert
bed personal property: Two horses.
eight head of cattle, one wagon. one
set of harness, ! bob-sled l sulky
corn cultivator, l corn pillow, corn
planter, seeder, mower, % head OF
shoats, and 6 brood sows. A lot OF
household furniture and other arti-
cles too numerous to mention. All
the above articles as good as new.
Al Mrs. s. STANLEY.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
BuckIen,s Arnica SaIye.

The best salve in the world for
Cuts, Bruises, Sores Ulcers. Salt
Rheumn, Fever Sores, letter,
Chapped Hands, Chilblains. Corns,
and all Skin Eruptions, and positive
ly cures Piles, or no pay required.
It is guaranteed to give perfect
satisfaction, or money refunded.
Price 25 cents per box. For sale by
c. R. Mofett. 6y1
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Farm For Sale.

desire to sell my entire farm and PERSONAL
property. TIE farm consists of l60 acres, ITO
acres under cultivation. so acres timber and
pasture. Good roomy dwelling house, stone part
one and one-halt stories high, frame part one
story high; good cistern that will hold 1000
barrels OF water: well with windmill and
plenty of water in the pasture. One half acre of
orchard. The personal property consists of
one hundred head of stock farm machinery, ETC.,
which If not sold with the farm will be sold al
auction. Terms part cash and balance on time,
ssm3 JOSEPH SruDE.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
All PenhaIIegOn & Son S.

$l.25 for women's Pebble laced shoes
$3.50 for women's Button shoes.
S1.15 for women's calf laced shoes
$3.50 for mems Oxford tie shoes.
45c for carpet slippers-all sizes.
SOC for infants Kid Button shoes
Coon's Collars Sc, lie, 13c and 15c-
At Penhallegon & Sons.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
NOTICE. TO cnEnIrnRs


State Of Wisconsin, Iowa County COnrt-ss-ln
Probate
In the matter Of the last will and testament OF
George Trinwith. deceased.
Letters testamentaTy Oh the last VIII ana tesla
ment Of George Trinwith deceased, having been
ISSUED to Ellen Triuwith.
II IL ordered that six months from and after
this date be- and are hereby allowed for the cred
Itors OF said George Trnwith, deceased, TO pre-
sent their claims for examination ana allow
nHCc.
ordered further, that the claims and demands
Of all persons against said deceased be received
examined and adjusted by this court at regular
terms thereof, to be held at the court house, in
the village of DodgeVile in said county, on the
LIST Tuesdays of Nov. and Dec. A. ID. lnS5, and
that notice thereof be given by publication fol
four weeks successfully In The Iowa County
Democrat IL weekly newspaper published a
Mineral Point In said county.
BY the Court:
JOHN r. JONES, County Judge.
Dated, DodEeville, Wis, May 9th 1875. 4Owi
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
New Millinery.

To THE LADIEs.-You are respect
fully invited to call and see our new
stock of millinery for the spring and
summer trade. Our pattern hats
and bonnets are especially fine, and
the entire display Of the latest styles
introduced anywhere. The finest
Milan straws, white and colored, for
$1.25. J. II nj. COATES,
40w2 Milliners.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
lInhnIsterina.

The popular upholster, Mr.. War
ner is with A. F. Bishop, furniture
dealer, for a short time only. Work
in this line done in a first class
manner. Please leave your orders
at once.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
DIED.
ELLSWORTH NJ. MATTHEWS.

In this city on Tuesday morning May IL, 1885,
Ellsworth NJ. Matthews; aged 10 years. Deceased
was oldest son of Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. N. Matthews,
of this city, and bright and promising young
man. The bereaved parents have the sympathy
OF the entire community.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
L.Dyon A. spensIey. Attorneys.

NOTICE TO HEAR PETITION FOR ADMINISTRATION
State OF Wisconsin - Iowa County Court--Ir
Probate.
Notice il hereby given that at special tern
of the Iowa County Court, 10 be held in ano
for said county, ut the Court House. in the village
OF Dodgcylc IN said county, on the I'd day o
June A. d. 1885, being the LIST Tuesday OF said
month, at O'Clock In the forenoon of said day
Sidered:
Tho application of Thomas PrIestley for the
appointment OF an admin lstratur of the estate
ofMlliam II. rriestley late of the City of Minera
Point in said county deceased.
And II IL further ordered. that public notice
thereof be given To all persons interested by pub
fishing n copy of this order for three weeks sue.
cessivey prior TO snId day of hearing IN The lows
County Democrat, weekly newspaper cireulat
ing Ia said county.
by order of the Court
JOHN n. JONES, Judge
Dated Dodgeville, Wis, May. 9Th 1888. 4ow;
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
lust Received.

Martin Il Toay have just received
a car load of the celebrated Stand
ard goods made by Emerson, Tai
colt Il Co., such as mowers, corn
planters, corn cultivators, and hay
rakes. 41w4
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
r.EaAn NOTICES.
ORDER TO HEAR PETITION OF ADMINISTRATION TO
SELL REAL ESTATE.
t...ta Of wiepousfp Ta,Cs Comfy C0urf I'm

ORDER TO HEAR PETITION OF ADMINISTRATION TO
SELL REAL ESTATE.
State of Wisconsin, Iowa County Court-In
Probate
In the matter OF the estate of William Davis,
deceased,
On reading and filing the petition of David c.
Davis, one of the executor rs of the last VIII and
testament OF said estate, setting forth the amount
of personal estate that has come 10 his hands,
and the disposition thereof, the amount Of debts
outstanding against said deceased, and praying
that license be to the executors granted 10 cell
all or part OF the real estate whereof said
deceased died sliced, for the purpose oil paying
said debts and the charges Of administration;
not sufficient personal estate in the hands OF said
executors to pay said debts, and that II is necess
airy in order TO pay the same 10 sell all or part OF
said real estate.
1t is therefore orderd, that all persons interest
ed In said real estate appear before this court at
a special term thereof on the 9TH DAY OF June,
1885, at the court house in the village OF Dodge
Vile at ten O'Clock IN the forenoon Then ana
there show cause Of any there shall be) why
license should not be granted to said executors
TO sell said real estae according to the prayer OF
said petition.
And Il is further ordered, that this order shall
be published for four successive weeks prior to
said day of hearing in the Iowa County Democrat
a weekly newspaper published in said county,
and a copy thereof served personally on all per
sons interested in the estate and residing in this
county at least twenty days before the day
herein appointed for the hearing.
BY the Court
JOHN I. JONES, County Judge.
Dated Dodgeyille, Iowa county, Wis. May 3th,
1895.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Bank Report.

Report of the condition of the
First National Bank of Mineral
Point, in the state Of Wisconsin, at
the close of business, May 6, 1885:
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
A CARD.

Mrs s. Stanley, widow of Stephen Stanley,
deceased, of Waldwick, desires to tender thanks
to neighbors and friends for Kindness and sym
pathy extended to her in her bereavement.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1885-05-15
Standard Bred TrOtting Stallion
Victory

VIII make the season at the Dodgeville Hotel
podgevillc on Monday and Tuesday; At Samuel
Salmon's, six miles east OF Mineral Point on
stables. Mineral Point on Friday aud Saturday