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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30
PITTSVILLE.

Independent E. B. Fritzsinger
was over from Grand Rapids Friday
night last.
V. B. Webster left for Minneapolis
Friday afternoon, on business trip.
S. S. Havenor returned Saturday
from Oshkosh, to renew his labors
with our school childre n.
Rev. J. A. Brown was called by
the bedside Of his wife who is serious
ly i'll at this place.
E. Madden returned from Mcmillan
Thursday night and left the next day
for Hansen, where he will be employ
de during the summer, cutting slaves
for May, Roenius & Co.
DExTERvILLE.
The Jarvis House is now entirely
surrounded by a plank walk, which
greatly adds to its appearance and con-
venience.
Ed. keenan, keeps a new tangled
lunch room near the depot an is doing
good business.
Mr.. J. Z. Faust, who so long and
satisfactorily filled the position Of
station agent on the Green Bay rail
road at this place, has gone to the far
west in search of better position.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30
PARTING.

Before leaving the Bon Marche
Hardware Store, Mr.. Seth Reeves
will slash the goods at an enOr-
nous sacrifice.
There will be a pic mic for a
great many. Do not lose this
occasion to buy goods below
Chicago wholesale prices. If.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

space we were unable to publish 1T IN
our last issue.
GRAND RAPIDS CITY.
Mayor-Gvo. i. Williams.
Marshall. E. Carey.
Treasured. L. Mosh er.
Assessor-Seth Reeves.
Clerk-A. l.. Fontaine.
Supervisors-1st ward, John Arpip, Second,
f. j. Wood, Third, John Parrish.
CENTRALIA.
Mayor-N. Gerard.
MarShal-Chas. Duncan.
Treasurer-Fred. jackson.
Assessor-Z. p. Kipp.
Clerk-E. B. Rossier.
Supervisors-First ward, n. Johnson; Sec
ond, L. M. Nash; Third, R. c. Lyon.
SENECA.
Supervisor-M. R. Hansen.
Clerk-M. B. Coats.
AsSessor-John Bell.
Treasu-er-Wm. Griesbach.
SARATOGA.
Supervisor-John McCarty.
Clerk-M. Mcdonald,
Treasurer-JOhn Chrystal.
Assessor Ohm PodawiltZ.
POET EDWARDS.
Supervisor-John Edwards.
Clerk-Wm. Hooper.
Treasurer-D. Fritzsinger.
Assessor-D. Curry.
REMINGTON.
Supervisor-Henry Sampson.
Clerk-W. J. Shea.
Treasurer-John McGlyun.
Assessor--Wm. Stout.
WOOD.
Supervisor-Joseph Robins on.
Clerk--M. P. Pomeroy.
Treasurer--J. W, Vaughn.
Assessor--Ed, Ring.
GRAND RAPIDS.
Supervisor-O. Rocheleau.
Clerk--Geo. T. Rowland.
Treasurer--Chris. Timm.
ASSESSOR f. Whitrock.
MARSHFIELD,CITY.
Supervisors-L. A. Arnold, H. N. Maurer
A. L. Deming.
Clerk--Geo. ingalls,.
Treasurer--J Ohm Scbauer.
Assessors-1st ward, t. Gaffney, End ward, q.
Z. Reed, Sd ward, j. Baxter.
RUDOLPH.
Observation-Disclosures Rein.
Clerk--J. II. Cowley.
Treasurer--Lnu Livernash.
Assessor-B. Benson.
AUBURNDALE TOWN.
Supervisor--Jos. st. Thomas.
Clerk--P. P. Syms.
Treasurer--Fred Schultz.
Assessor--J. NJ. Tuttle.
LINCOLN.
Supervisor--Joseph Heckel.
Clerk--Henry Gropp.
Treasur er--Wn. Blocks1dge.
ASsessOr--R. WellesOn.
ROCK.
Supervisor--H. J. Jensen.
Clerk--A. f. Mercer.
Treasurer--Peter McKercher.
Assessor--Peter Dix.
SIGEL.
Supervisor--Joh ohm 81 ockowiltz.
Clerk--August Fisher.
Treasurer--Chas. klaRd.
Assessor--Fred Polenski.
MILLAD0RE.
Supervisor--Geo. W. Marshall.
Clerk--O. A. Everts.
Treasurer--Alvis K ehnhofer.
Assessor--Adam Hash.
MARSHFIELD TOWN.
Supervisor--Jacob Specht.
Clerk--John Zettler.
Lreasurer--k- j. Beidel.
Asses5or--A lbert Auch.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Mrs. Jennie Pomeroy entertained a
small company of ladies at her home
in the second ward last Thursday after
noon. The entertainment consisted in
sewing carpet rags and telling such
stories as the ladies could mix in for
mutual profit. r. P. Bronson's letter
which was published in our last issue
was dissected
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

CARD OF THANKS. The under
signed take this method of returning
their sincere and heartfelt thanks to
the kind friends who assisted them
during their late affliction.
MRS. l.. G. OGDEN.
JOHN BoRNGEssER.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Chas. G. Edison, NJ. d. Eclectic
Physician. Office and residence at the
Eclectic Pharmacy. Keeps fresh
stock of pure drugs and medicines for
filling his own prescriptions. If.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The new city council at Waupaca has
fixed the saloon license at $500, an
increase Of $50 over that paid last
year. Janesville's council fixed the
license fee at $500.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

DIR. Raber makes his next monthly
trip to this place Wednesday May 9th
and will remain until Friday evening
following. All these who desire the
service of skilled dentist should not
fail to consult him.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30
JOHN BoRNGESsER.

The Odd Fellows celebration held
in this city Sunday morning was COM
plete in its modesty and good taste.
The members met at their elegant
lodge rooms and marched in order to
the Cong'l church where divine SER
vices were held under the charge of
Revs. Rowland and Smith, the former
preaching the sermon from the follow
ing text: Gea. Is, s and l Pet. 2, II.
'We be brethren;" Glove the brother
hood"
His remarks were the best and most
appropriate ever delivered upon such
an occasion in this city. He also pre-
sented the subjoined figures which are
interesting reading for everybody ::
Total No. in G. R. Lodge No. 81 in good
standing January L, 1885, 106
Lodge Income for preceding year. $3.50. 80
Total assets CT Ledge. s., .00
Average benefits to sick each year about 5000. 90
Total No. Lodges in Wisconsin,. BIG
Total No. members in good standing IN
the state of Wisconsin. 1852
Total relief given in the state 1881, 400 go
Total Nc. relieved in United States,
since io5Q 90 a00doo
Total relief in U. s. since 1880, 49,. SS4 09g 9SS
Total No. of subordinate lodges In Y. ;. ,sB
Total members III good stand IN L. :. 5lO,414
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Miss A., G. Kellogg, president of
the Wisconsin w. G. I. U. gave an
excellent lecture in the NJ. E. Church
Tuesday night.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

G. f. Witter physician and surgeon.
Office on Main street, residence on
Drake street. TELEPHONE communi-
cation with both cities. If.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Mr.. D. 2. Morrill, has been sufferer
from Rheumatism for many years past
and never found such relief as he has
since purchasing the Magnetic belts
sold by Mr.. j E Carey of Centralia.
He said to the writer that he would
not part with the belt, if he could not
get another, at any price. This is a
strong recommendation for these goods.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

There will be work at the next
lodge meeting of the A. T, & A. NJ.
Wednesday evening May 9th in the E.
A. degree. 1t is ernestly desired that
large attendance be present. G. H.
Herschleb, W. NJ.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Remember that D. NJ Huntington
keeps a full line of fishing tackle, guns
rcvolvers, ammunition. roller skates
fixtures. and variety Of small articles
usually kept by gunsmiths He also
does all kinds of repairing apr30w4
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Marvin Lynn is doing a paying bus
mess with his bus line. He is very
accommodating and should be literally
patronized by our home people.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

DR.. Mosher has been busily engaged
the past few weeks in finishing the
upright part of his house. The plaster
ing is being done this week by Mr..
Coleman from Ashland. We under
stand that Mr.. W. B. Neeves and
family will move into the new part as
soon as it is ready for occupancy.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Parties in need of dry cord wood
can have the same delivered in Grand
Rapids or Centralia, by placing their
orders with E. A. Tenant, drayman,
or at Jones 4 Nash's Centralia. If
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The high school graduates this year
are Misses Belle Mosher, Celia Comp
ton and Mcssrs Albert Brackinreed
Frank Starr, Bert Mennet and Max
Whitney.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Field and Garden seeds of all kinds
at Z. j Wood & Bro.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

DAILY Bros have purchased of G H.
Herschleb a new meat wagon. 1t was
manufactured at his shops in this city
and is a frst-class job.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Articles of association were filed
April % of the Dexterville Construct
ion Company with capital stock of
100000. The design is to construct
and equip railways. Geo. Hiles and
his sons are the incorporates.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The old Wood county court house
in this city burned on the 25th. 1t
was all in flames before the engine
could be drawn there. The alarm was
given at 1870 The fire originated in
the hall and was the work of an incen-
diary 1t was occupied by David Lutz
Jr., as a cigar factory and residence.
Loss $1,000 ; Insurance $500 in the
Concerdia, VIM, E. Yetter, agent
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The Town of Sigel. which is quite
heavily encountered with debts, is tax
Ing legal proceeding to secure loan
from the trust funds of the State in
order to pay up. Attorney Cochran
has charge of the legal work in the
case.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

G. w. Raber, dentist. will be at the
Witter House Wednesday, Thursday
and Friday May 6. 7 and s, with his
patent vitalized air apparatus for the
painless extraction of teeth. All
kinds of dental operations performed
with skill and care. Prices reasonable
and satisfaction guaranteed.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Mr.. D. j. Cole has begun the job
of erecting new and handsome resi-
dence. His old house has been moved
back out Of the way and the new build
ing will be built from the ground up.
Mr. John Martin has charge of the
work.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Mr.. n Pepin has moved his family
: into the Grace house on high street.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

HARNESS Stock FOR SALE. The
Stock of harnesses, trimmings, &C.,
and tools belonging to the late L. G.
Ogden, of this city, is for sale for cash
or on time with good security, at cost
For particulars apply to D. E. CAREY
Grand Rapids, Wis. NoTIoE.-All
persons who are owing the late Mr..
Ogden are requested to call Immediate
ly and settle the same. All persons
to whom anything is due are hereby
requested to present their bills for pay
ment. Parties who have left harnesses
for repairs at the shop will please call
for the same.
TouN PnDH1rcorn
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The American Medical Association
will convene in New Orleans April %,
and will continue until May p, 1885.
Our readers can take advantage Of the
cheap rates over the G. NJ. 4 St Paul
Railroad, by making inquiries at any
station on the road
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The admission at Kinks in Stevens
Point is only 10 cents in the daytime
and Is cents in the evening including
skates.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The following officers were elected
at the last regular session of Parker
Lodge Friday evening, April Oath:
w G. T.-Mrs A. l.. Fontaine.
w. Y. T.-Mrs. E. H. Gerard.
w. Sec. Mrs. j. L. Beadle.
w Treas Oracle Darlington.
W. f. Sec.-Mrs. w. A. Peeso.
W. M.-Miss. Tenant
W. Chap.-Rev. Smith.
[. G-Mrs. Jennie Pomeroy.
o. G.-Mrs James Miller.
Asst Sec.-Mrs. Mccain.
Asst. M-Cora Pratt.
r, FL. S.-Rev. Rowland.
S. III. S.-John McCann.
This order is in a fourishing con-
dition and makes new additions at
almost every session.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

The session laws will be found in
supplement form in this issue.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

At a recent meeting of the council
nine saloon licenses were applied for
and two druggist permits. This affords
the city revenue of 81, $40. AS no
application was made for wholesale
license it is not plain how the saloons
are going to sell liquor in bottles or
jugs not to be drank on their premises
The law is strict on this point and
there is big chance for trouble for
the saloon keepers.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Keep in mind the Good Templars
sociable at their hall Friday evening.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30


Odd Fellows and Masons should
remember that it is a duty they owe to
their families and themselves to carry
few thousand of life insurance.
If you have none as yet, attend to it
Immediately The Odd Fellows In
surance company is mutual and one
of the best, safest and cheapest in
America. During the past twelve
months $4,000 has been distributed
by the company to needy families.
This question deserves your attention.
CARD OF THANKS. Mr.. Editor. =
Permit nae through the columns of the
press to acknowledge the receipt Of the
proceeds of the G. A. R. Benefit En-
tertalnment, and to extend to my
brother comrades, friends and neigh
bors, my most heartfelt thanks for this
renewed token of sympathy and friend
ship. The surprise to me was complete
and [ accept the gift in the spirit
which prompted it, trusting each and
all may never lack for friends as true
as mine in the hour of need.
Most Truly Yours,
d. ID. DEMARAIs.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Clean your yards and cellars before
the germs of disease take some member
of your family to the world beyond
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Mr.. A. G. Briggs of Sherry spent a
few days at the county seat this week,
on business.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

DIR j. f. Lock wood Office over
Garrison store, where he may be
found night and day TELEPHONE. tt
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

Some scamp has broken the tele-
phone line running to Vesper the third
time during the past week.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30

A literary sociabIe will be held at
Good Templar hall Friday evening the
first day of May,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1885-04-30
CITY AND TOWN OFFICERS,

The following is an official list of
city and town officers in Wood county
elected this spring. On account of
space we were unable to publish it in
our last issue.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-02-24
CHLORIDE OF LEAD DISINFECTANT.
me rJ;fo, Tbr Jrtbuaf.

SIR: About three years since, think, cub
from THE SUNDAY TRIBUNE recommendation OF cheap
dsnfcctant. At the time 1t seemed to me 10 be almost
trilng the quantities small did not try 1t for
some months But for nearly two years have kept
by the barrel and have proved its value, deo-
derzer at least to Justify my urging its use IL APP
pcared In "Scence for the People notes, and IT was
said TO have introduced by Dr. Goolding OF Lon
don hospital write from memory. and was saturated
on of OF lead IL costs me about 10 cents
per barrel and the little labor OF making II,
In view OF the just fear OF cholera feel IKE recailing
IT, with the suggestion that scientific inquiry be made as
TO its value In Killing OF disease. this be esaD'
shed It public benrfaction, and ITS presentx
ton TO the people matter OF duty. ALBERT SMALL
HagerstJun Nd, Feb IA, 1888.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-02-24
OPPOSITION TO JUDGE CRAIG.
tnn 1rlrnrArI ro TnE TRInrNg.l

WASHINGTON, Feb. 23.-The Democrats IN
the Senate threaten adopt the tactics In the case
Of George H. Craig 81 Alabama, that they used against
Emory snecr. Sir. Craig has been nominated for the
Office OF Dic,rct Attorney FOR the northern and middle
districts Of Alabama lie il representing the iNth
District OF that I'm the House. Although elected
10 the XLVllIth Congress by u majority OF l2'oOo
votes he was counted and the certificate was given
10 Charles W. shelley. Mr Craig contested The seat sue
cesfuly but d!d not obtain 1t until January OF this
year thus nliiug the seat 10 which he was fsht
fully elected for less than two months, Instead oi
two years Mr. Craig elected By Republicans a.
Judge OF the Criminal Court OF Dallas County IN Mare
$50 for term Of six years lie was appointed by TIC
Governor ia Jny lsTi Judge 81 the First judicial CIR
cult to M AN pirci term aud was elected bJ the
Republican cket in s7i 10 the same Judicial Gnce or
six wears. enjoys the universal respect OF Repub
cans and honest Democrats IN the South
Senators Morgan and Pnyh say 10 him 1--WE have
nothing against yOu personal grounds We are bound
however 10 oppose you FOR poti al reasons We must
do 80 because people would never forgive us u We
did not" needless 10 say That Judge Craig long
exTerieEcc in The south and he practical knowledge
that he has gained In his several election contests would
give him in the position 81 DstrictAttorncy. great adj
vantage IN prosecuting biOt-bOx suffers aud shotgun
II J. FOR this reason probably that his CON
lrua,ioN Is opposed with 30 much bitterness.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-02-24
TIE sUND:.Y CIVIL APPROPRIATIONS.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 23-The Sundry Civil
Appropration bill reported the House to-day. pro-
ydes for the appropriation of S22,2ool77 being re-
ducton below the estimates OF slo'lZo'-.o
The bill provides That the Secretary Of the
Treasury is hereby authorized in his dis
erection TO suspend, in a whole in part. from July
1885 to June So 1856. inclusive, the execution of so
much of the act of February %, 1873. as
authorizes and directs Secretary OF the Treasury TO
purchase, from time to time silver bullion to an
extent less than 100000 worth per MONTH Dor
more than 100000 worth per month, and which
directs the coinage of the silver bullion so purchased
into standard silver dollars and which appropraes
sufficient SUN OF money from the Treasury to carry out
the provisions of said act in these respects" ~
The Secretary is furthermore authorized ana dreced
when reaues do transport silver coin !rec
of charge from the Treasury or SUP, lfessnii.s
in coin currency shall have been deposited
in the Treasury such SubTrcasurics by the applicants
The expenses Of this transportation shall be pod rom
the fund arising from the profits accruiuS from the coin
age OF the Standard silver dollar =,
An auDropraton OF $3.50 900 is recommended for tho
propagation OF food fishes in the waters OF the United
The President s authorized in case OF the spread or
actual epidemic OF cholera or yellow icNcr 70
the uaexpended balance OF the san @
OF $500 600 the To lie immediately available III Tue
aid of aud local boards or Otherwise Ia preventing
and suppFsssing the spread OF these diseases. o.
Mrs MAY T. Barnes, widow OF the ate rurgcon,fen-
eral Barnes gets $1,000 for especial ana Mcrl0lOus
services rendered by her husband IN the last Anes' Oi
President Garfield . 80 $780,, -.
The direction of -ecTetOry OF the Treasury Is recon-
mended in further aid Of the EXnostion AZ NcwOreaas
The Acknowledgement is directed 20 pay Charles II.
Reed sum not exceeding $4,000 and George scOVlle
nor exceeding 900 for services rendered IN the case oi
the United state against Charles j. Guiteau
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-02-24
THE POLITICAL PROGRAMME.

SIR: The Senate will no doubt act as a check
upon removals long is in session. but when 1t ad.
journs the removals will be made at fearfuly rapid
rate The Republican party far the South is con-
cerned dead. The negroes and wealthy whites will
form party and the poor whites another thus prac
tcally for politically purposes reestabishing the anti
bellum regime. All labor will become degraded and
dsorganzed This condition will last until the passions
and preuices OF the poor whites the minority partly
thoroughly aroused when they will disfranchiss
the negro after the system so successfully carried
out by the Bourbons In rendering the same voter I'M
potent for some years past. The negro, except an
unjust element of Southern strength IN the Electoral
College will thus be practically eliminated from politics.
and future Southern politics will be confined 10 whites
on the lines OF class class e., rich versus poor
in which the latter will succeed -,
Perhaps so Just vengeance upon the intelligent bull.
dozers OF the south be Satisfactory termination Ok
the results OF the civil war. SourIiERNER ABROAD.
London. Feb. 3, lss0
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1885-02-24
THE EARrHs PATH AND THE sim.


To Inc Editor Of The Trtou.s.
SIR In answer to Mr. Norman d. Sampeon
note the following points. which may hereafter deal
with at greater length
First the present reduced eccentrcty of the earths
orbit is not result OF long action of any sort
tending to continual dimnution Of the eccentrcty The
ecccnricity has often been less IN the past and will
In future ages become much greater than at present.
Never much creator however, than 1t ct the timo
referred to In article the Genesis of Life on the
Earth, when tho eccentrcty had nearly its maximum
value.
Secondly the dimnuton of the eccentricty means not
dninuon, but increase Of tho swept By tho
earth In each OF her yearly circuits
Thirdly there is evidence Of any measurable change
In the length Of the year. therefore, Of any measurable
change In the earths distance from the sum-
the days Of the old Chadean and Egyptian astronomers
Fourthly, the sun is not moving toward Acyone, but
toward the constellation Hercules. There Is, however
danger whatever OF the destruction of
ten through this movement
Lastly Alcyone supposed by Nader be tho cen.
tire around which the whole system OF travelling.
the chain OF argument consisting OF five links viz:
a. The sun Is probably travelling In nearly circular
b. The stars are all travelling round the same CENTRE
mted bodies whose main wealth is along the Milky
Way.
n direction Pleiadcs were
the centre Of the stellar movements.
Or these i've links the first four absolutely withcue
strength; the nth. though 1t could support nothing
alone, would be sound as single link and might support
something specially related to the Peiades II II did not
chance that the same sort OF star drift exists In other
regions far away from Alcyone. Yours faithfully.
WASHINGTON Feb II, 1885