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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT.
The Consular Service.

Pursuant to provision of the Diplomatic and
Consular Appropriation act, approved July l.,
1885, the estimates submitted by The Secretary OF
state for the maintenance of the consular serv-
Ice have been recast on he basis of salaries for
all officers to whom such allowance is deemed
advisable. Advantage has been taken of
officers not appropriated for, in ac-
tordance with the work performed
the Importance of the representative duties OF
the incumbent, and the cost of living at each
post. The last consideration has been too often
lost sight of in the allowances heretofore made.
The compensation which may suffice for the
decent maintenance OF worthy and capable Of
fcer IN position OF onerous and representative
trust at a post easily accessible, and where the
necessaries of life are abundant and cheap may
prove an inadequate plttance in distant. lands,
where the better part OF years pay is con-
sumed in reaching the post of dti-
to, and where the comforts of ordinary
civilized existence can only be obtalred with diff
feulty and at exorblta1t cost. trust that, In
considering the submitted schedule, no mistaken
theory OF economy will perpetuate a system
which in the past has virtually closed to deserv-
ing talent many offices where capacity ana at
tainments of high order are indispensable, and
in not a few instances has brought discredit on
our national character and entaied embarrass-
ment and even suffering on those depu'ed to
uphold our dignity and interests abroad.
In connection with this subject, l earnestly re-
iterate the practical necessity OF supplying some
mode of trustworthy inspection and report of the
manner nj I IN which the consulates are conducted
cheney can scarcely be rewarded or its opposite
corrected.
Increasing competition in trade has directed
attention to the value OF the consular reports
printed by the Department OF State. and the eff
forts OF the Government TO extend the practical
usefulness of these reports have created wider
demand for them at home and spirit OF emula-
ton abroad Constituting arecord OF the changes
occurring in trade and OF the progress OF the
arts and invention In foreign countries, they are
much sought for by all interested in the subjects
which thew embrace.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
National Einances.
RECEIPTS AND EXPENDITURES


The report Of the Secretary OF the Treasury
finances and OF the several branches OF the Gov
eminent related to his department. especially
direct the attention of Congress TO the recon-
mendations contained IN this and the last pre-
cediog report OF the Secretary touching the sim.
pHncation and amendment OF the laws relating
TO the collection OF our revenues, and in the in
IereSt OF economy and Justice 10 the Government
l hope they may be ADOPTED by appropriate leg
lSlatlon. The ordinary receipts of the
Government for the fiscal year ended June 30,
1856, were 1856, 4S9. 72T.c6 OF this amount sis2,
905 OPS. Al We received from customs, and Si16,-
sos $50. as from internal revenue, while the total
receipts as here stated were si3,749 020 6s
greater than for the previous year, the
and from internal revenue N,407. 2i094. making a
gam in these items for the last year OF sl5s4l,-
29504, q falling off in other resources reducing
the total increase to- the smaller amount men,
toned. The expense at the different custom
houses of collecting this increased customs re-
collection OF such revenue for the preceding year
by ss9060S and the increased rece pts
Of internal revenue were collected sc
a cost to the Internal Revenue Bureau OF $751;
9t499 less than the expense OF such collection for
the previous year. Tue total ordinary expenses
OF the Government for the fiscal year ended June
30, 1886. were S2i2 tSs so, beng less by Si7Tss
1877 than such expenditures for the year proceed
ing and leaving surplus IN the Treasury at the
close of the last fiscal year of So, 9555SS. sc,
against SIS s63, I'll % at tue close of the prev
ious year. being an increase in such surplus q
SO. 4s2. sf7.2s. The EXPENDITURES compared with
those of preceding fiscal year, and classified are
as follows: For civil, 80 expenses year
For foreign Intercourse. 1885, sl3s2 s2 0ss 1856,
$500 eli For Indians, 1885. $500 9l5,si7: lss2
s5S2Ey2sS For reusiqns. 1sstf ss5Soi e6isQs;
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
The WaY Department,

ftlE Ahm1s
The report OF !hc Secretary Of War gives de-
tailed arrruant OF tie admin ,tratiOn OF his de-
parfneut. and contains sundry recommended ms
Tor the Improvement OF the service, which fully
approve. The army consisted, at the date OF the
last consolidated return, of 2,i03 officers and
2s,9l6 enlisted men The expenses OF the depart
ment tor the last fiscal wear were $4,000, 9o32S,
including Sc a9l, 305 43 for public works and river
and aarbor improvements. l especially direct
the attention OF the congress to the recommend
alton that officers be required to submit to an
ton. | see no objection but many advantages in
adopting this feature, which has operated so
beneiicialiy in our Navy Department IS well as
In some branches OF the army
COAST DEFESsEs.
The subject OF coast defenses and fortifca-
tons has been fully aad carefully treated by the
board on FOitilcalops, whose report was
submitted at the last session OF ongress; but no
construction work 81 tEc Kind recommended by
the board has beel. possible during the last
year from the lack OF appropriations fCr such
coast and lake frontier is perfectly palpaDlei
the examinations made must convince US all
that certain OF or cities named 81, IN
the report, OF the Board should be ior.
important OF these Notifications should be
commenced NJ once. The work mas peen
thoroughly considered and laid out, the Seere-
tary # War reports bu: all Is delayed in default
of Congressional a ton. The absolute necessity,
judged by all standards OF prudence ara lore
sight, OF our preparation for an efectual resist
and mortars of modern construction, which
may threaten the cities on our coasts. is so
apparent that / hope effective stems VIII be
taken in that direction immediately The
valuable and suggestive treatment OF this ques-
ton by the secretary OF War is earnestly
commended to the consideration OF the
Congress.
THE APACHE WAR.
In September and october last the hostile
Apaches Who under the leadership of Geroni-
mo, had for eighreen months been on the war
path, and during that time had committed many
murders and been the Cause OF constant terrorS
to the settlers of Arizona, surrendered TO Cen
eIal Miles, the military commander who sue
ceeded Genei al Crook in the management and
direction OF their pursuit. Under the terms Of
their surrender as then reported, and in view OF
the understanding which this murderous savage
seemed 10 entertain of the assur-
ances given them, it was consid-
cred best to imprison them in such manner
as to prevent their ever engaging in such out
RACES again. instead OF irving them for murder
Fort Plckens having been selected as safe
place of confinement, all the adult males were
sent Jhither and viii be closely en- r'ed as prls.
oners. In the meantime the resldus q tue band
who, though Stlli remaining upoh the restrVa-
ton, were regarded as unsafe, and suspected OF
furnishing aid to those on the war-path, had
been removed to Fort Marion. The women and
larger children of the hnstiles were also taken
there, and arrangements have been made tor
pitting the children OF proper age in Indian
egEnOlS
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
The Navy Department..
ruE WAR-yFSSFIg

The report of the Secretary of the Navy con-
tains detailed report OF the condition OF his
department, with such a statement of the action
needed to improve the same as should challenge
the earnest attention of Congress. The present
navy of the United states, aside from the ships
in course OF construction, consists OF: wrist,
fourteen singleturreted monitors. none of which
are In commission ner at the present time serY-
ieeable The batteries Of these s, ships are ooso-
iary-ships in harbor defense, and then after such
an expenditure upon them as might not be
vessels of small tonnage, only one Of which was
designed as a war vessel, and all OF which are
auxiliary merely. Third, twenty-seyen cruising
ships, three OF which are built of iron and Of
small tonnage, and twenty-four OF wood. OF
these wooden vessels IL Is estimated by the chef
constructor of the navy that only three VIII be
serviceable beyond a period OF SIX years, at
which time IL uay be said that OF the present
naval force nothing worthy the name viii re-
main.
All the vessels heretofore authorized are under
contract or in course of construction. except the
armored ships, the torpedo dynamite boals and
one cruiser. AS to the last OF these, the bids
were In excess OF the limit fixed by Congress
ARMoR AND GUN STEEL.
The production In the United States OF armor
and gun steel is question which il seems lee
essary to settle at an early day: if the armored
terials of home manufacture. This has been the
subject Of investigation by two boards
and by I'VE special committees Of
years. The report Of the Gun Foundry Board
in 1884, of the Board on Fortlfcations made in
January last. and the reports of the select com
mittees OF the two houses made at The last ses-
sion OF Congress have entirely exhausted the
subject so far preliminary investigation is in
yolved and In their recommendation they are
substantially agreed.
In the event that the present invitation OF
the department for bios to furnish such OF this
material as is now authorized shall fail to
induce domestic manufacturers to npder-
take the large expenditures required to
prepare for this new manufacture. and
no other steps are taken by Congress at its COM
ing session, the Secretary contansplatcs. with
dissatisfaction, the necessity OF o. tanning ABROAD
the armor and the gun steel for the authorized
ships II Tocld seem desirable that the wants
OF the army ana the navy in this regard should
be reasonably met and that by uniting their
contracts such indueement might be offered as
wonld result In securing the comesucation OF
these important interests.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
GRANT COUNTY, WISCONSIN.

Population. ......: ................... a7,s52
Area in square miles,. LO6e
State valuation of property for 1882 Si2 OOo. 68R
GRANT COUNTY, one OF the Oldest and largest
counties In the State, issituated In the extreme
southwestcorner-in size being about the sans
tleInent dates back to 1897 w
the Comfy now ranks sixth in population
ana twelfth in wealth. The principal products
are Corn, oats, Cattle and Hogs, Of the latter
GRANT COUNTY, to settlers, still offers adyan.
tages equal il not superior to any Comfy in the
the past. '1'1ie &c IN
Inc County is traversed by four Railroads. on
navingits terminus In the County at LANcAsTrR
the County Seat. ~ VEN
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
PRESIDENTS MESSAGE.
he National Executive Communi.
Gates His Opinions to the United
States Congress.
,e Congratulates the Country on Its
Friendly Relations with For
eign Powers
The United States and China Nego.
tiating Regai ding Chinese
Immigration.
The Coming of Chinese to Be Re-
stricted and Those Now Here
to Be Protected.
fhe Fishery Troubles Receiving Special
ATTENTION from the Gov
eminent.
The Matter Under Discussion Be-
tween the United States and
Great Britain.
An Amicable and Satisfactory Adjust
ment of the Difficulties
Hoped For.
The Necessity for Coast Defenses Ex.
planned and Urged Upon
Congress.
Proposition to Establish National
Prisons for Federal Con-
victs.
The Case Of Cutting and Our Reia-
tons with Mexico
Reviewed.
The Burden OF I taxation Should Be
Lightened and the Internal Reve-
nta 4 a>s<a Do,,..al
The Necessity for Coast Defenses Ex.
planned and Urged Upon
Congress.
q Proposition to Establish National
Prisons for Federal Con-
victs.
The Case Of Cutting and Our Reia.
tons with Mexico
Reviewed.
The Burden OF taxation Should Be
Lightened and the internal Reve-
nue. Laws Revised.


To the Congress OF the United States:
In the discharge of constitutional duty, and
following wellestablished precedent in the
Executive Office, herewith transmit to the Con-
gress. at its reassemblIng, certain information
concerning The state of the Union. together with
such recommendations for legislative considera-
ton as appear necessary and expedent
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
Domestic Matters.

CITIZENSHIP AND NATURALIZATION.
renew the recommendation OF my last annual
message, that the existing legislation concern
ing citizenship and naturalization be revised.
We have treaties with many states providing for
the remuneration OF citizenship by naturalized
aliens, but no Statute is found to give effect TO
such engagen ents, nor any which provides a
needed central bureau for the registration of
naturalized citizens.
EXTRADITIoN LAWS.
Experience suggests that our statutes regulat-
ing extradltion might be advantageously amend
ed by provision for the transit across our ter
rltory NOW convenient thoroughfare of travel
from one forei-n country to arother) of fugitiyes
surrendered by foreign Government to a third
state. Such provisions are unusual in the legiS-
lation OF other countries and tend to prevent
the miscarrying of justice. Ii Is also desirable,
authority should be conferred on the Secretary
OF state 10 issue certificate in case OF an arrest
Tor the purpose OF exJradition to the officer be-
fore whom the proceeding is pending, showing
that requisition for the surrender OF the per-
son charged has been duly made. Such certif-
cate, II required to be received before the pris-
0ner's examination, would prevent long and
expensive judicial inquiry into a charge which
the foreign government might not desire to
press. also recommend that express provision
be made for the immediate discharge from Gus
tody OF persons committed for extradition where
the PRESIDENT Is OF opinionthat surrender should
not be made.
INTERNATIONAL COPYRIGHT.
The drift OF sentiment in civilized communi-
Ties toward full recognition of the rights of
property In the creations of the human intellect
has brought about the adoption, by many i'm
portant nations, of an international copyright
convention, which was signed at Berne on tho
18th OF September, 1885. Inasmuch as the Con-
stitution gives to Congress the power ito pro-
mote the progress of science and useful
arts by securing, for limited times, to
authors and inventors, the exclusive right
TO their respective writings and discoveries"
this Government did not feel warranted in be-
coming a signatory, pending the action of Con-
gress upon measures of international copyright
now before it; but the right OF adhesion to the
berne convention, has been reserved | trust
the subjeC will receive at your hands the atten-
tion 1t deserves, and that the just claims of
authors, so urgently pressed. will be duly
needed.
ART DUTIES.
Representations continue to be made to me of
the injurious effect upon American artists study
Ing abroad. and having free access to the art
collections OF foreign countries, of maintaining
dlscI iminating duty against Il introduction
OF the works of their brother-aItists of other
countries, and am induced to repeat my rec
ommendation for the abolition of that tax.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
BosoOBEL.

Aftorneys-Wn.soN e. PRoyIs, Bosco-
hal Wis Attorneys and Counselors at Law.
vii practicein all Wisconsin Courts and N vac
nited States Courts. make Collections ana iran
acts business promptly. Office over hnEa bro
hardware store
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
The Post-olnoe Department.

The affairs Of the postal service show marked
and gratifying improvement curing the past
year a particular account of its transactions
and condition is given In the report
OF the Postmaster General which VIII be laid
before yuFi. The reduction Of The rate Of letter
postage ia 1883. rendering the postal revenues
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

Parties wishing their papsrs discontinued at
papers are sent until paid and ordered stopped,
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

tel-BLooMINGToN HOTEL, Joseph
Donnelly, Proprietor, Bloomington, VIE Hay
ing reftted and built ample room for the accom-
mediation of guests am now prepared 70 &C.
comnodate them with well-furnished rooms
good beds and wcl-supplied tables sample
rooms. Attentive hosters- Good STAINING
A GOOD Livery in connection with Hotel.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

Persons wishing 10 send THE Hxp.rn axvav
areinformed thstthe postage on a sinci. 49,,
one cent 70 any part ofthe United states Capssa
CT any of the countries of Europs
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

House. Rogers q
Bailey. proprietors. Fennimore. Wis Free -ens
TO and from all trains. Good stahls 70 oonnee
tion.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

OFFICE, First Floor BGad Block, Madison stree.
Lancaster, Wis s'tes-
wALrER G. cHAzDLER, Publisher.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
HAZEL GREEN.

Notary Public, Insurance Agent, Drug
glst and stationer-GEo. X. MILLs-Dealer IN
Drags. Medicines Paints. Oils, Confectionery
Fruits. Tobaccos and cigars, Books and et9tlon-
cry. Pure Liquors for Medicinal use. PreseilP-
tons carefully filed.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

Enteredst the Post Office, in Lancaster W..
seeond-clsss matter -s't~s
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
RATES OF SUBSCRIPTION.
THE HERALD

THE HERALD
One Year, paid in advance G, III.
When not paid IN advance. . m
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
Conclusion.

IN conclusion. earnestly invoke such wise
action on the part Of the peoples Legislators as
Gku S,tiessrve the Piblic good. and demonstrate,
during the rcnlaaning days Of the Congress rs az
50 nseek the pReeies need that il shall By crate
fully remembered b. an 0Kpeotant constituency.
GROVER CLEgELAND.
WASHINGTON naaember.6 1885.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
RLOOWINGT0N.


BROOKS. Conveyancer,
Collecting Agent and dealer in Real Estate IL
ties Investigated. Loans negotiated. Blooming
ton, Wisconsin. 9Ju
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

Inc continued operation OF the law relating &c
our cfyll-sery1ce has added 10 the
mos. convincing proofs OF its ne
cessity and usefulness. Ii il fact
g just idea of his duty TO the people testihes 70
the value Of this reform. Its staDchest friends
are found among those who understand 10 best
and It's warmest supporters are those who are
restrained and projected by its requirements.
The meaning OF such restraint and protection
Is not appreciated by those who want places
under the Government. regardless OF merit and
ton for such places should rest upon
p proper eredentia1 showing active par
tlSan work. They mean to public officers
the odlv opportunity afforded them to- attend 70
public business, and they mean 70 thegood PEG
work or their Government. It ,js.excEediuglyI
sfEs9geti that the Score and = 4 rtIeW this ref0rn
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

Attorney. w. Murphy, Attorney at
Law ana General Collection Agent PiatteTile,
Wis. Speaks German and English. syi
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09

Hofel-PARK HOUSE, A w Moore, Pro-
prietor. Platteville VIE. The house has been
lately reftted and refurnished throughout and
20 pains will be spared to accommodate guests.
Good stabling attached.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1886-12-09
CASSvELLE.

~~--~-,-~>---s-
AGENT. II. G. SNECLoDE, Cassville,
Wis. Notary Public, Conveyaneer and Fire In
surance Agent. Collections promptly attendedto.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1886-02-03
NO. 5 4

costumes They have held several meetings
during the past week at the Merchants and
Ryan, and have completed an organization
that means business. Their uniforms are
not eosuy-conslsting OF broad-briInmed
straw hat ana a long linen duster. In their
their left hand they will carry a a black
leather gripsaek, and in the right PALM
leaf fan. just at this time of the year this
uniform seems little oul Of date, but it is
probable the enthusiasm which fills the
breast of the average travelling man when
he gets a scent of fun in the air will protect
them from the seventies of the climate and
enable them to enjoy themselves along with
the rest of the carnival clubs. They are
not a company of green men thrown to-
gether in a hap-haZZar. sort of way, with
no order or uniformity about them. They
are well-drilled and officered. Right about
face! right wheell LETT wheel! guide
Tight present armSl ground armsl
are commands that they fully comprehend.
and obey with precision that is truly won
derful and will have a tendency when they
get out on dress parade to cause the ingen-
uOuS heart of Captain Bean to flutter with
envy. The only weapon that they carry is
/ the palm leaf fan and when the order pre-
| sent armS''i is given each man brings his fan
/ in front OF his face and when guard rest is
called for, every grip sack is turned up on
/ end and the owner sits down upon il. They
| have songs, as travelling men always have,
and stories that are interesting to listen to.
They represent thousands and thousands Of
dollars although they may not have them
with them, and fuhner than whole cage
of South African chimpanZeeS.
OF course it is an established fact that
they are irresistible in the presence of la
dies and if ladies march in the procession
the travelling men will probably be placed
ahead OF them SO that they Will not be look
ing back over their shoulders all the time
and break up the ranks. With the COM
merclal travellers in the lead, the ladies are
sure to follow demurely and in good order.
AllmemberS of Knights of the Grip Car
nival club. and all travelling men in the
city. are urgently requested to attend a
meeting at the hall in the basement of the
Drake block, Third street, opposite the
Merchants, to-day at 10 a. m., when final
arrangements will be made for parade.
Through the influence of their vice presi-
dent, John Root. the knights have secured
the services of the Mankato cOrnet band,
which will accompany them in the parade.
The band..arrived last night and gave con-
cert at the Windsor, the headquarters OF
the club.