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The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12
Riots in London.

A dispatch frem London dated the Sth in
slant says the starving mechanics" held
meeting in Trafalgar square under the Nelson
monument which resulted in riot. A num-
ber Of private residences and the Devonshire
club house were entered and sacked, windows,
doors, glass and furniture were demolished.
Hatcheps hotel, 81 and IS PlcadilIy, and the
Turf club house, in the same LEGALITY, were
badly damaged. A number of tradeslnen were
robbed. On Tuesday the mob again assembled
al Cumberland market. The lowest criminal
classes OF London were represented by strong
contingent intent upon harassing and insult
ing the police. The appearance Of the social
ist leaders was greeted with uproarious ap
plause Several attempts were made to at
tack the carriages Of the nobility ON their way
to the levee Of the Prince Of Wales, but the
police were in sufficient force to prevent it.
Most Of the shops in the west end were closed
and general feeling of insecurity prevailed.
A dispatch dated at midnight on the 10th says
'the panic is subsiding. The scare is without
parallel in the history of London. Ten thou
sand desperate men are gathered in the streets,
and only need some one more reckless than
themselves to lead them to the widest ex-
cesses''
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The State OF Dakota,

The United States Senate, on Friday last, by
almest strict party vote, passed the bill ad
hitting the south half Of the territory as a
state and organizing tho north half into ter
ritory under the name Of Lincoln. The bill
now goes to the House, where its defeat is al.
most certain. As the PIONEER pointed out
some time since, the determination Of the peo-
pie of the south half to appropriate to them
selves the name Of Dakota, carrying with it
the prestige acquired by years Of patient labor,
will but intensity and consolidate opposition
to the measure in North Dakota, and we be-
lieve this opposition will prove potent factor
in defeating the passage of the bill in tho
House. This is not merely sentimental feel
ing on tho part of our people, but arises be-
cause the name Dakota conveys with it COM
mercal value which the people of the north
part Of the territory have contributed more
than their share to establish, and they are 10th
to be despoiled Of the advantages to which
their intelligence, patriotism and wealth have
50 largely contributed. They are willing to
share the honors, but they most seriously oh
ject to those who wish to secede from the
territory usurping their birthright
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McNahOn vs. Grey.

Considerable interest was manifested last
fall in the case ef Z. j. McMahon vs.. j, A.
Grey, involving tree claim near Colgate, in
this county. The case came up before the To-
cal land office at Fargo and the contest dis
missed. From this decision Mcmahon appealed
to the general land office at Washington, and
on the Sd instant the assistant commission re-
mandetl the case back TO the local land office.
We append herewith tho ruling of Assistant
Commissioner Stockslager and his instructions
to the register and receiver at Fargo:
"WAsHINGToN, D. c., Feb. 3, 1856.
"Register and Receiver, Fargo, Dakota:
"Gentlemen-December l, 1885, the register
transmitted the record of proceedings had in
the case Of EdwardJ. McMahon Va. James A.
Grey, Involving the latter's timber claim entry
No. 7,lS3, southwest quarter 2S, IA, 55, made
July 13, 1852.
"This contest seems to have been instituted
September 4, 1855, and charged failure to
plant five acres Of the tract to trees, seeds, or
cuttings during the third year after entry, or
at any time up to the date of the affidavit of
contest, viz: September 3, 1885. October 20,
1855, was the day appointed for the hearing, at
which time both parties appeared, and contest
ant and two witnesses in his behalf were ex-
amined In support Of the charge against tho
entryman. The substance Of the testimony
offered was that while from rs to 100 acres of
this land were under cultivation, and two
pieces, one containing about ten acres and the
other five acres, appeared to have been recent
ly plowed, am. the smaller piece dragged sub
sequent to the last plowing, affiaDts did not
believe any trees, seeds, nuts or cuttings had
ever been planted on any portion of the claim,
and though they would not swear none had
ever been planted, they would swear that none
were growing at the time this contest was
initiated or up to October s, 1885.
eat the conclusion of plaintiffs testimony
the defendant moved to dismiss the contest, on
the ground that contestant had failed to prove
the allegations made in his complaint or to
Introduce any witness who had any knowledge
Of the tract during time covered by allegations
Of the complaint.
''The recelvar took the matter under con-
sideration until the following morning, when
he granted the motion. From this action Nc
Mabon appealed, and while it is true that the
testimony introduced, owing to its negative
character, is insufficient to warrant the can
collation. Of the entry, I am of the opinion that
/such showing was made as, coupled with the
fact that no evidence was introduced on behalf
of the defendant. to constitute proper case
for further investigation, in order that the
good faith of the entryman may be affirna-
lively shown, if lie desires to have the charge
against his entry dismissed. (see practice,
rule 72.)
> 'The appeal is therefore sustained, and Nc
Mahon's affidavit Of contest is herewith in
closed, to be used as the basis Of the new hear
ing to be had after due notice to the parties in
interest. Respectfully,
S. NJ. SToCKsLAGER,
Assistant Commissioner.
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The secret Of success in breaking up sod
have it rot quickly and thoroughly is, to do
when the grass and roots are in an active sta.s.
Of growth. An equally good rule, il any rule
can be adopted, is to wait until the cattle can
get good feeding on the new grass, and not
break later than July first Too early breat-
ing is preferable to too late, as it gives an op-
portunity to get in a sod crop early, though, il
the season is at all wet, that early brokeih will
grow up to grass almost as bad as it waS be-
fore, especially in low places. Thetrue blseak-I
ing season, all things considered, is during
month Of June. Some farms have nulaber
of gravel kuolls to contend with; these spots
should be attended to as soon as the frost is out
of the ground in the spring; then with q coed
team aud plow, they can be entirely turned
over; but ii you wait until the ground settles
and the soil becomes dry, it is the next thing
to an impossibility to make an impressios or
them with any common team Americat NJ,
ricultarsst.
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Peterson's Magazine

for March opens with an article that will at
tract more than ordinary interest: s'salem
and Salem Witchcraft," illustrated with en-
cravings Of the house where the witches were
tried-a fac-simile Of the death-warrants, etc.
The other articles-original steries-are all Of
the usual high character which distinguishes
Peterson" There is charming steel-en-
craving, "Dear Mamma" mammoth colored
fashion-plate; colored pattern for Java can
vas; and not less than fifty wood cuts, lustrat-
ing fashions, embroidery, patterns, etc. Il
seems To us that every lady, and every family
must find this magazine indispensable. The
price is only two dollars year, which places
it within the reach Of all, with great deduc-s
tions to clubs, and costly premiums for getting
up clubs. Specimens are sent gratis to those
wishing to get up clubs. Now is good time
to get up clubs. Address Charles J. Peterson,
BOG Chestnut street, Philadelphia, Pa.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Letters were received in this city this morn
ing from Delegate Clifford and Judge Moody,
both expressing belief that the division and ad-
mission bill which passed the senate last Friday
will pass the house at this session. The bill
the name North Dakota for the north half Of
the territory. The democratic majority in the
house is forty-three, and it is believed that
enough democrats will vote for the measure
or refrain from voting, to pass it, but probably
in connection with bills to admit Washington
and Nontana.-Faryo Republican.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Supposing the bill just passed the senate, al =
uniting that portion south Of the alleged forty
sixth parallel, and creating the territory Of,
Lincoln Of the north half Of Dakota, should be-
come law, where would those be who have
expended money, time and years of toll ant
honest brain work to familiarize the civilizel
world with Dakota. Years Of labor for naught.
There are those who think it wrong to divide
but scarcely resident of North Dakota buE
who feels it's taking life bleed to deprive th "a
people who have made the name Of Dakota 3
household word throughout the civilized worl
Of well earned, well deserved, appropriate
and satisfactory cognomen.- Fargo Aryus. ii
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12
BlOOdsllcd Mt Seattle,

SEATTLE, w. T., Feb. Sat an carly hour
this morning the militia and home guards
marched to the Ocean dock, where the China
men were confined, and took charge. War
rants had previously been issued for the arrest
Of the prominent agitators. Before daylight
the work Of arresting them began, and by s
O'clock all the leaders were in Jail. They
were, however, Immediately bailed out. All
the Cinnamon on beard the steamer were
marched to the court house by the militia in
answer to habeas corpus sworn cut yester-
day. No opposition was made to this move.
Judge Green informed each Chinaman that he
was at perfect liberty to go or stay as he chose.
The vast majority chose to leave. They were
accordingly escorted to the steamer, and those
who wished to stay were escorted to their
homes. Up to this time there has been no
bleodshed, although the streets were crowded.
At noon, however, an attack was ma 1e on the
home guards by few hot-heads. The guards
were finally ordered to fire, and responded
with volley. Four men fell, ono killed and
three wounded. The militia formed hollow
square and kept the crowd at bay for fully an
hour. The crowd then slowly melted away.
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Attest:
IN -
E. S. SEYMOUR, County Clerk.

Tho South Dakota bill passed the senate on
the 9th inst. by a party vote, with the excep-
ton Of Mr.. Voorhees,, of Indiana, who voted
with the majority. This indicates that the
whole question Of admission OF the territory
has sunken to the level Of partisan movement
and virtually blasts all hopes of Dakota's ad,
mission during this session. The bill will now
60 to the house, where the party lines will
again be drawn and the measure rejected in
its present form. An attempt will doubtless
be made to amend the bill by dividing tile ter
ritery on the Missouri river and to create the
territory of Lincoln. The effect of this amend
ment will most probably be to divide the divi-
sionists and put the question Of admission in a
still more complicated condition. A bill to ad-
NIT Dakota as whole would unquestionably
pass the house Of representatives, but would
be Just rs certain to be defeated in the senate.
With the senate opposed TO admitting the ter
ritory rs whole, and the house opposed to di-
visisn, 1t may be set down as moral certainty
that Dakota has no show from the present con-
gress to be admitted into the Union. It is a
matter Of profound regret that congress could
not rise superior to partisan considerations
and view the question in the light of princi-
ple.-St. Paul Globe.
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OFFICIAL
Prscesdings or the Board 81 CENT !
C0mmisSfOners. Sss

~
SHRRBRooxE, D. r., February 2, 1886 81
Board Of County Commissioners met pursu-
ant TO call Of county clerk at II O'Clock a. nl.
Presents. II. Nelson, chairman, and j. ~.
Wilcox. 3';s77 s,s
On motion the board adjourned te 1:s0
o'clock p. m. Sss
Board reconvened at 1: 80 o'clock D. m.
Presents. d. Nelson, Chairman. j. Il. VIII
cox and L. c. Goplerud.
The following bills were presented and, Oh
motion, were ordered paid from general fund:
A. I. Drakeley, two days services
Gem%'sslopsr AZ Sis,3;a. Of insanity, case . 5
=. DraReiey, rsa aiidaviis orders 90 90
- etc, insanity case J. w. Bistlne 1 75-S7 75
Dr. ". H. III. Philip, examination s u
Of insane and services commits
,, s'9ner OF insanity ........... 9C(l
:, ,ceedinge, Jan. 4th to 10th, 1856. 175
merrlell Bros. 4 Luce, hardware 3 &
20 dor coy county building, bill Dec.
J.KnaqIer / c., iithograph; war 20 %
rant book, bill Jan. 18th, 1885,, a sn
The following bills were presented and. on
motion, were allowed and ordered paid from
road fund:
It. II. Frick, services as supervisor district
No. Is, 1856, SIP.
H. A. Northrop, services as supervisor dis
trict No. 20, 1885, $3.50.
Quarterly report Of G. H. Stavens, Justice Of
the peace, for quarter ending Jan. 4, 1886, was
presented, accepted, and, on melton, the fel-
lowing fees were allowed and ordered paid:
G. H. Stavens, Justice fees, Territory Of Da
kota vs. Lars H. Larsen, $3.
Ole 0. Benson, sllerifrs fees, Territory Of
Dakota vs. Lars H. Larsen, 1920.
Bill Of J. A. Grey, for services as county
commissioner from October 5th, 1856, to jan
uary 4, 1886, mileage and kilograms, S6L51.
Moved and ordered that A. D. Thomas, ESD.
OF Fargo, D. T., be employed to answer or de-
mur to the complaint in the case of James
Brown vs. Steele county.
On motion the clerk of the board was d.
rected to correspond with Mr.. Thomas as to
the probable cost of the litigation that may
arise in the matter of warrants on which pay
ment has been stepped, and report at the next
meeting Of the board.
On motion the board adjourned.
S. H. NELSON, Chairman.
Attest: M
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

A good deal Of trouble and perhaps some
mischief Is likely to ensuo from the action Of
the county commissioners Of Barnes county in
refunding to parties who had bought tax titles
the money paid, under cover Of the TraiIl
county misunderstanding not only principal,
but interest and penalties, in tile proportion Of
S6,SO7.44 for $2,S77.90 paid into the treasury.
This opens an avenue for raids on the treasury
to a runous extent, and II pursued in other
counties would nearly bankrupt all the coun-
ties in the railroad district. 1t is believed by
the people that 1t is rotten procedure, satur-
ated with fraud, and active measures are being
taken to put stop to the wanton outrage. A
noticeable feature Of the transaction is that
only two out Of the five members Of the board
voted for it. Tive lodged and one voted 10
the negative.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

applying the lessons derived from his life to
our every day affairs. The address was inter-
spersed with many happy illustrations and not
few amusing hits at the shams of our modern
social and business life, which the audience
seemed thoroughly to appreciate. The Hope
brass band added to the pleasure of the occa-
sion by the performance Of several popular
airs before and after the lecture.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

The petition for reconsideration OF the res
oluton of the county commissioners in regard
to licepse, was presented to the board, satur-
day, by Iver jacobson, district attorney, who
eloquenty plead the case for the petitioners
for license. The board refused to consider the
petition.-COopcTstown Courier.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

There was large and pleasant gathering
at school-house No. l, Lake township, last
Wednesday evening. The contributions were
something over $ll.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Tho county commissioners will meet in
special session at Sherbrooke on Tuesday next,
for the purpose Of taking into consideration
the formation Of the civil township of COL
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Frank Carpenter dropped in the other day
to say that his sheep have wintered splendidly,
and up to the present time some twenty lambs
havo been dropped and are thriving nicely.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

A large audience gathered at the church Fri
day evening last to listen to Rev. o. P. Miler's
lecture on can Ancient IDEAL" The lecture
occupied about an, hour in it's delivery, and
was we'll received. MIR. Miller selected for his
ideal the Phrophet Daniel, dwelling largely
upon the sterling honesty Of his character and
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

G. P. Kenyon, collecting agent for the St.
Paul Harvester company, and w. B. Frederick,
collecting agent for the Champion Harvester
company, spent several days in town during
the week
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Quite large crowd gathered in front of the
Hope House Wednesday afternoon to attend
sale Of personal property by Sheriff Walden
in the case Of DR.. &. L. Virgo vs. J. A. Grey
The matter was settled by the defendant pay
ing the judgment and costs.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Agent Turney has tourists tickets to all
points of interest in the South and Southeast,
by any route you wish to go, and return, at
greatly reduced rates. Now is the time to go
south if you want to travel cheaply.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Do not forget that on the twenty-second Of
February (Washington's birthday the ball of
the season takes place at the Hope House.
1t was the intention at first to have made
this masquerade and fancy dress ball, but it
las been thought best to change it to plain
dress ball. The music will be good. Mrs. Wilcox
will give her personal supervision to preparing
the supper, which means that it will he first
class Owes
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

The skating rink still continues the chief at
traction, aud whenever the weather permits
large numbers frum the country come in 10 at
teud. Saturday night last probably saw the
largest crowd of the season.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

MIR. James P. Brown, Of LaSalle, ILL.,, ar
rived on Tuesdays train and has entered the
law office of Messrs. McMahon & MacLaren for
the purpose of reading law.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

There is some talk among farmers in this
neighborhood of forming mutual hail insur-
anee company, but as yet no definite steps
have been taken. We ehould like to see our
farmers come together and talk the matter up.
Now is the time to take the initatory steps,
while farmers have plenty of leisure
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

W. c. Whisnand, who has been confined to
the house with severe cold, is again able to
be out
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Mrs. Arabella Jennings, mother Of Mrs. J.
NJ. Whisnan', died at the homo of her son.
Mr. Columbus Jennings, near Piper City, Jan
uary 81, in the list year Of her age,
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

James F. Cargil has leased H. L. Smiths
coal sheds and hereafter Arthur Roberts will
handle coal as we'll as wheat
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Petitions are being circulated asking the
county commissioners to create the civil town.
ship Of Hope and the civil .ownsbip Of Col
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Postmaster Rice has received letter from
the treasurer of the finance committee of the
Postmaster's National convention, which meets
at Chicago on Monday, acknowledging the re-
ceipt Of his contribution and forwarding him
one Of the handsome badges that are to be
worn by the delegates. Postmasters who have
are requested to send 81 to Perry Russell, No.
260 Clark street, Room g.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

The club dance al the Hope House last eve-
ming was well attended and was very pleas
ant affair."
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Last Sunday was like day in May. Not a
cloud was in the sky, and the sun shone through
the translucent atmosphere with a brightness
unknown save in Dakota, while gentle CHI
nook breeze played upon the snow and caused
it to melt rapidly away. The mercury during
the day was as high as 50 above zero,
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Harry Baker has been butchering some fine
native cattle lately. A young steer killed this
week dressed over 1900 pounds.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

J. S. Squires, Minneapolis was among those
who registered at the Hope House during tho
week.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

The Duluth Daily Trade says Oliver Dalrym-
ple's wheat crop last year was 2Ol, 900 bushels.
He will SOW 30, 200 acres this season.
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Money to loan, in sums to suit on chattel
mortgages BY McMahon j. MacLaren.
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The regular social of the Ladies' Aid society
of Colgate was held Thursday night. The
attendance was fair. The great features Of the
social were select readings by Mrs. B. T. Will
lialns, Miss Libbie Curry, Mr. Charles Boice
and Mr.. B. 7. Williams, and the speeches by
Mr.. Laor King and Mr.. Seth Curry. The next
social will be March II.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Brother Adams of the CoOperstoWn Courier,
in his political Pointers" says ''Budd Reeve,
Of Buxton, and MacLaren, Of Hope, it is sus-
piciened, have their eyes on the Heuse." While
we cannot answer for the ''stalwart democrat
of Buxton," MacLaren the soft impeachment
denies. But we will say that the district might
look further and fare worse than it would by
eecting either or both Of the gentlemen named
to the next Assembly
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

Mr.. H. D. Carpenter expects 10 return from
Florida in few weeks.
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Charley Merriell is expected to return home
from Chicago Tomorrow.
The Hope pioneer. [volume] (Hope, N.D.) 1882-1964, 1886-02-12

| Attorney E. j. McMalon returned from a
| trip to Bismarck OH Tuesdays train.
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Frank N. Gilmore has gone on visit to
friends in Illinois.
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Merriell Brothers & Luce now pay wheat
checks for the Cargil elevator.
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County Treasurer jacobson and family are
| expected home the coming week.
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We learn that Messrs. Mcmahon & Mac.
Laren, attorneys for James Brown, have noti-
fed Attorney Thomas, of Fargo, that they can
not recognize Inn as attorney for Steele county,
service having already been made upon the
district attorney, and acknowledged by him.
So there is another skein added to our already
entangled legal muddle.
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LOCAL ITEMS .
Wheat 67 cents.


Wheat 67 cents.
Sunday will be St. Valentines day.
J. L. Wilcox went to Fargo on yesterdays
train.
Frank N. Gilmore has gone on visit to
friends in Illinois.
Mr.. H. D. Carpenter expects 10 return from
Florida in a few weeks.
Charley Merriel is expected to return home
from Chicago tomorrow.
Merriell Brothers & Luce now pay wheat
checks for the Cargill elevator.
County Treasurer jacobson and family are
expected home the coming week.
Attorney E. J. McMahon returned from a
trip to Bismarck OH Tuesdays train.
J. S. squires, Minneapolis was among those
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j. L. Wilcox went to Fargo on yesterdays