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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
WOMEN OF PROMINENCE.

Marietta Hoiley Josiah Aliens wife")
has made money for the past ten years
writin g dialect stories.
Queen Victoria has finally decreed that
ladies may attend court receptions with
out their dresses being cut low in the
neck.
Louisa Alcott made money, which was
safely invested, and brought her good
returns. At the tins of her death she was
worth at least 100000.
Mrs. Lew Wallace, Mrs. Dahlgren and
Mrs. Custer have written books, and have
been helped to regulations by the fame
of their husbands.
Mrs. Langtry has all of her hosiery
made in England. The goods are made
of the very finest silk thread, and in color
harmonic with her dresses. For every
costume Mrs. Langtry has set of hose.
These articles are made very long, and
cost, including the duty, $12 per pair.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
THE ICE HOUSE.
How to Build Cheap Ice Houses.


If you have timber in abundance make
a pen of poles II feet square, inside.
Notch the poles to prevent their rolling,
and chink the holes between them. About
this build another pen, 10 feet square
inside. If you can make the pen larger,
all the better. The poles may be spliced
by laying short pieces from one pen to
the other, and these may be put in at any
point convenient to suit the length of
the poles. Fill in between the two pens
with saw dust packed solidly, as the outer
pen is built mp. Cut a doorway in the
north side, first mailing boards up and
down against the ends of the logs TO hold
them IN place, and then nail boards
across to close the opening between the
two pens. Poles will do for rafters and
the roof may be of boards or clapbOards
or even straw. But DE sure the roof is
rainproOf. Make the roof to project at
least three feet TO keep rain and snow out
of the gables, which ara left open for
ventilation. Make a floor and drainage
BY laying down rail pieces close together
and traInpipg them solid until you have
a bed eighteen inches deep. Where tim
Der is not cheap, set stout poles in the
ground and to them nail slabs or other
refuse lumber to make the pens. Nail
the slabs TO the inside of the posts and
brace the posts of the outside pen. Some
dispense with the inside pen altogether,
laying the ice eighteen inches from the
sides and ends and filling In between
with sawdust as the ice is built up
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Setting a Refined Table.
New York Graphic.

In one of the most harmonious fami-
lies of nay acquaintance-that Is TO say,
in home In which there is absolutely no
conflict, in which the household machin-
cry moves without j ar or hreak-break.
fast Is one of the most enjoyable meals of
the day irst, because it always is pupet-
ually served; second, because all the
family assemble at one time, and third
and by no means least, because the mis-
tress of the home understands the secret
of setting a refined table. Flowers greet
the eye, and even in later fall and winter
something in the shape of floral decora-
tions is always obtainable. even if it be
but an unpretending pot of gerauium;
although by no means costly or valuable,
are quaint and pretty; the cloth is of
crimson for the early meal, an Innovation
to which | have been accustomed and the
napkins have been of the same order, the
reason being that fruit stains land fruit
is never absent from her tablet are newt.
able.
At first all her acqHaIntances imagine
that she spends in her housekeeping
Mere as the fact is that she is rigid
economist, in the true sense, and saves,
not by going without or even by purchase
of inexpensive materials, but by her
knowledge OF values and thrifty use of
the various articles she buys. There is
absolutely no waste, even of bread and
the preparation of food is considered by
her from the artistic standpoint. Her
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

to carry off small goods like sweets or
ribbons, which they unconsciously pay
for In the bill. The farmers are not Of
ten rich In money, their wool crops being
mortgaged sometimes for two seasons
ahead. Young bloods are impudept and
wild. A smart curveting horse and a hat
with white ostrich plume usGally denote
this species. When Boer drinks he is
an entire fool. In order to keep firm
hand over the young men riding trans
port, the elders of the Free State passed
bill prohibiting the sale of
liquor at wayside canteens, and
thereby lost a large revenue. How
ever, there are smugglers. The Beers
are great religious Journalists; and at GER
tain times they and their families ride in
to the villages from great distances to
celebrate the Nachtmsal might meal or
communion) their wagons loaded with
produce presents for the parsons. At
this time business is brisk and the streets
are like a fair. Yet where natives and
land are concerned, the Beers constant
violation of the commandments does not
need pointing out. One old Boer was
candid. Returning in 1882 from the
early gold fields, l was one night csmped
Amajubal, beside the fire, exchanging
coffee and tobacco in hospitality with the
Dutchmen. We spoke in low tones of
the Amajuba fight; and the old Boer who
was present on the crest, said: "You, (the
English) could not have won the fight,
and the Beers did not win it; the Lord
God was up there" My own opinion is
that there was no plan and lots of panic.
The Beers are by no means modest, and
their family conversation are az times
boisterously indecent. Household ar
rangements, save on rich farms, are
necessarily meagre and the traveller must
be prepared to sleep on the floor In the
midst Of four or five sisters and their
three or four brothers, all grown up. and
the head couple snore on an elevated and
ponderous feather bed III a curtalned
corner of the room. While sleeping at a
superior Transvaal farmhouse, Ii is well
to examine the mattress; If 1t rests on
sheep-skins, throw the skins out. The
most curious traits shown by the Beers
are in their counting customs. young
Boer whose heart has been moved by
some charming meisje asks permission
to "sit up" The girls dowry will be 200
hammels (sheep, and, if the sutton Is con-
sidered desirable in regard to land, per
mission is granted. The old vrauw then
places two yellow candles upon the rough
table, and the pair are left to themselves,
when the courtship proceeds until the
last spark on the black candle wick dies
out. Rightly or wrongly, the action of
salt on the dying wick is supposed to re-
animate the flame; aud the artfui pair
sprinkle it accrodingly.-St. James
Gazette.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Wisconsiners Pensioued.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 2S-Those who re-
ceived pensions from Wisconsin were:
Original invalid: n. Turner, Potosi
j. Scholl, Stevens Point; j. q. Darrow,
Genoa Junction; G. w. Senft, Milwau-
kee.
Increase: A. P. Psrdee, Eagle; ". d.
Chapman, Burkharit; @. G. Lawrence,
Monroe; J. Scott, Argyle: ]. Dalen, Plat,
vile; d. Davis, Wild Rose; j. Hart, Wild
Rose; L. Murphy, Princeton; W. W. Bar
rell. GAINESVILLE.
Reissue and increase: Ferdinand
Seiot, Ahnapee.
Reissue: John Hemmrich, Alma.
Widows, etc., restoration and reissue:
Maria Rozinsky, former widow of Chas
Lutcke, Manitowoc.
Reissue: Minors of Charles Lutcke
Manitowoc.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Suicided i'll Long Island Sound.

NEW YORK, Jan. 28.-James A. Draper,
Jr, one of the proprietors of the EN- pire
soap works at st. Louis disappeared last
week willie on his way east to visit his
father at Pawtucket, r. l. Word was re-
ceived today that his travelling bag had
been found on the steamer Rhode Island,
of the Stonington line. 1t is low be-
lieved he committed suicide by throwing
himself overheard il the sound. It was
said that Draper was financially en-
barrased.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
FARM AND HOME
THE WEALTHY ONES.
L. N. CARPENTER.

Who are the wealthy ones Of earth?
The men who own broad lands of worth,
And Tent-rolls long and mansions far;
Who linen fine and brOadcloth wear;
The women proud with idle hands,
Where CLEAN and fash gay Jeweled bands!
We call thee rich but yet | say
This world holds greater wealth to-day.
The man his fellowmen may trust:
Whose dealings honest are and just;
The man whose lips doth own no lie,
Whose soul is clean beneath Gods eye;
Whose mind is never conscience tossed
In long night hours by vain remOrse.
This man. / say, owns wealth so q eat,
"Tis measured by no earthly weight.
The woman blest, upon whose breast
A child S bright nestled headcloths rest;
The maiden who is pure and good,
A white sweet flower of wOmanhoOd;
The child who through long life shall bear
The BLESSING of a mothers prayer
These hearts such jewels rare 10th hide,
That earthly gems would pale beside.
The souls, mayhap of humble birth,
v no speak Gods love and joy on earth;
The hearts that tender pity feel,
For human pain, and seek to heal:
The patient hands that fiaunt no gem,
But toll in faith though all condemn;
These hold life's wealth, say what you may.
These are truly rich to-day.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
ABOUT NOTED MEN.

DR.. W. b. Russell, the London war cor
respondent, and q well-known Observer OF
our late unpleasantness, is writing his
remin iscences.
E. O. Wolcott, senator elect from Colo
RADIO, was born in Providence, r. l., where
his father was a Congregational minister
He went TO Colorado fifteen years ago as
a school teacher, and then drifted into
the practice of law,
@. r. Herr, of Stamford, n. Y. is said
to be the possessor of the gold watch
which Maj. Andre, of revolutionary fame
offered as a ransom to his captors if they
would let him free.
DR.. j. Miller Juukin, of Easton, Penn.
who won fame by correctly locating the
bullet in ex-President Garfeld's body
dropped dead from apoplexy at Wilkes
barre, aged 81.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

muffin pans are of curious shape, her but
tar pats are not "pats," but dainty shells
or leaves or scrolls; her dishes are often
decorated with gray leaves; parsley plays
prominent part, too, and the very eggs
in their crude white shells appear IN such
dainty cups that they serve decorative
purpose.
Breakfast in her idea should not be a
heavy meal, and while pense is not nee
essarily an object to ner, she is true
economist from conviction, and provides
for her family with view of giving the
utmost nourishmeDt ia the Zig htest shape.
Fish figures largely in her menus, and
can safely be recommended as suitable.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Live Slowly.

One good result of Sunday is that it
carries a halt along the ragged march of
life and enables up to stop. Rest mini
STEERS to longevity. To live long, affirms
Cicero, it is necessary to live slowly. We
have no such vitality, IS we might have
so much on deposit In bank. If We
draw check for the full amount the &C
count will be closed. We live too fast
Nowadays for health. According to a
noted divine, We are born in hurry, live
in hurry, die in hurry, and are car
ried to the cemetery on a trot. The Sun
day regularly recurring, acts as an equal
izer of the blood and prolongs life.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
NOTES FROM THE DIAMOND.

Van Haltren has signifed his willing
ness to sign a Chicago contract for 1889
Carter a. Harrison sent A. G. Spalding
letters of introduction to various people
in the countries where the ball players
will visit.
Dalrymple, the old outfelder of the
Chicago White Stocking club during the
years of 1879 to 1887, has sighed a con-
tract to play with Denver's new team of
the Western Association this season.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

soon beyond control. The loss reaches
$25O,OoO, and was but partially insured.
The sentence of James D. Fish, ex-
president of the Marine National bank of
New York, who was convicted in 1885 for
misapplying the banks funds has been
COMMITTED by the president to five years
and six months with the usual deductions
for good conduct
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
He Wanted a Preacher.

good old colored brother thus sent
word to the bishop to send minister ont
70 preach TO his church in Alexandria
Valley Sunday: "Send Us bishop to
preach. If you can't send rs a bishop
send sliding elder; if you can't send us
sliding elder send Us a stationary
preacher; if you can't send him send Us
a circus rider; if yoe can't spare him
send Us q locus preacher; if you can't
spare y locus preacher send us an ex-
hsuster." That settled it and he got a
preacher.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
STATE NEWS ABBREVIATED

Judge Gary succeeds the late Earl P.
Finch as president of the Wipnebago
county bar
John Wadleigh, of Markesan, has been
adjudged insane and taken to the north
ern hospital. Disappointment in love is
said to be the cause.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

EAU CLAIRE, Jan. 26.-Affidavits of
prejudice having been died in the case of
the State against Andrew Hamilton and
his wife and Charles Barker and his wife,
ell charged with being keepers of houses
of ill-fame, Judge Bundy will call in an
other magistrate, who will probably be
Judge Marshall, of Chippewa Falls, to sit
on these cases. The first of them will
probably be called for trial next Wednes
day. The entire fight of the denkeepers
except in the McCann case had been for
delay, and every technically known to
the ingenuity of lawyers has been resort
ed to. There has been a good deal of
disgust and Indignation over the entirely
groundless charge, made by. the attor-
neys for the defendants, that the prose-
cutions were instituted by combination
of keepers of houses of ill-fame located
inside the city, to drive out the defend
ants, whose places are outside of town.
The combination of citizens against the
denkeepers really consisted or leaolng
citizens, who hired man to obtain the
necessary evidence, and placed in the
hands of one of their number q
fund raised for the purpose
several months ago. Last fall
the den keepers made desperate eff
fort to defeat District Attorney Cooley
at the polls, and Andy Hamilton sue
coed in carrying Altoona City against
Cooley by the liberal use of money, Ham,
ilton's den being inside the limits of
Altoona. The den keepers see that
a crisis has arrived for them and that
strong public sentiment backs the Off
GERS of the law. The acquittal of Nc
Cam was due merely to lack OF evidence.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
TREASURY EXPERTS WILL SEE 1T.
The Amendments to the Tariff Bill Will go to
Them for Computation.

IIItIII IUT OUIII pUUdUIUH.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28.-Chairman Mills
says he believes the committee on ways
and means will find it necessary to refer
the senate amendments to the house
tariff bill 90 experts of the treasury de-
partment TO secure computations on the
probable effect of the changes proposed.
This proceeding together with the neoes
sary deliberate consideration that must
be given to the amendments which
makes such radical changes as are pro-
posed by the sections providing for q
tariff commission and those relating to
the under valuation will take some time.
Still he is positively of the opinion that
the committee will be able TO report the
bill and its amendments back to the house
in season for it's action during this con
gress.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
1t Costs s45, 900 for Breach of Promise

NEW YORK, Jan. 28.-The General term
of the supreme court has handed down
the decision, affirming the verdict of the
circuit court, of $4,000 against the
millionaire and coffee merchant, Charles
ArbuckIe, in the breach of promise suit,
brought by Clara Campbell of Ironton,
Ohio.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

The conferees on the Nicaragua canal
bill have agreed. The following house
amendments, it is believed, have either
been dropped or modified: Requiring 10
per cent.of the capital stock to be paid
up before any bonds are sold; providing
fer printing across the face of bonds
the notice that the United States is not
responsible for them, and allowing the
he United States to fix the rates of tolls
on the canal.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Sen. Vance Lases an Ego.

WASH INGToN, Jan. Ex-senator Vance
today had one of his eyes removed. He
has been suffering severely for some time,
and his physicians have not been able to
ascertain the direct cause of the trouble,
which took the form of separation of
the retina from the ball of the eye. The
operation was successfully performed,
and the senator is resting comfortably.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
A Strike Threatened.

New YORK, Jan. 28.-Mayor Grant re-
oeived letter today from the president
of the Dry Dock, East Broadway b Bat
terry surface railroad, saying that q stroke
among the employees was imminent, and
demanding protection.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
A LARGE INCREASE IN SALARIES.
Will be the Effect of the New Classification
Clerks in Post Offices.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28.-The Postmaster
General has sent to chairman Blount, of
the house Commute on post Office and
post roads, the proposed plan for the
classification of clerks IL all first and sec
ond class post offices. The general effect
of this classification it is said would be to
increase the aggregate salaries by about
5000 600
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Denied a New Trial.

MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 28.-Late this after
noon the supreme court handed down
decision denying a new trial in the cases
of Tim and Pete Barrett, convicted last
winter of the murder of Car Driver TOT
laffsOn,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Opening Reservations to Settlement

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28.-Delegate Gift
ford, of Dakota, today introduced bill
providing for the opening to settle ment
all that portion CT the Fort Randall mill
fary reservation in Dakota lying east of
the Missouri river.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
BLAINE FOR SECRETARY
zen. Harrison Tenders the Secretary
of Stateship to Mr. Blaine.
Owners of Diseased Cattle Running at
Large Responsible for Damages.

WASHINGTON, d. c., Jan. 2S.-The long
expected message from Gen. Harrison to
Mr.. Blaine has arrived. 1t came by mes
senger direct from Indianapolis. Mr.
Blaine Is to be secretary of state. For
NAL tender by letter, supplemental to
this verbal order, VIII probably be made
within week or ten days. Mr.. Blaine is
already looking for house suitable for
residence. These statements are made
on authority that is not to be questioned.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Springer's Omnibus Bill.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28.-Represntativ
Springer today introduced his omnibus
bill, providing for the enabling act for the
territories of Arizona Idaho and Washing
ton,
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Milwaukee Market.

| MILWAUKEE, Jan. 28-Wheat-Weak; S85s for
| for seller cash; 915S for seller May. Corn
Steady; SO0311a Oats-Quiet; No. 2 white, %.
Rye-Dull; No. 1, Az. Barley : Steady; No.
| 2, 6215. Provisions-Higher. Pork-11.8O.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
FIorida's ELECTORAL Messenger Missing

WASHINGTON, Jan. 2S.-The electors
messengers from ali the states except
Florida, have arrived and have deposited
their Certificates
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
Eighty Persons Wounded.

DUBLIN, Jan. 25.-It is estimated that
eighty persons were wounded in the dis
turbance at Csrrick on SUR yesterday
1t is learned that O'Brien refreshed him
self at house near the police barrack:
and drove into the country before the
police Gordon was formed.
Henry Abbey's attractions are pretty
well scattered throughout the world
Mary Anderson is In Philadelphia, Coque
Lin and Hsding are in the City of Mex
leo, Bernhardt Is in Cairo and Mrs. Pot
ter in New York.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

A burglar at Oshkosh entered z. M.
Hutchison's residence, passed the servant
girl, and helped himself to a gold watch
and jewelry valued at 5000.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31
IhefScent of BIOOdhOunds
Chambers Journal,


Some people doubt the possibility of
dogs tracking criminal through the
streets and lanes and busy thoroughfares
of d great city. They speak of cross
scents; but in doing SO they speak of
what they do not understand so well as
the bloodhound does. He has got the
right scent at the right place, and if ne
is the right sort of dog, he will stick 20
that and no other. Besides it has been
done over and over again. Whether TO
the bloodhound nose every human being
has different scent I know not, but it
would really seem SO, else how can the
animal follow his man go directly, and
single him out even among a crowd of
others at public-house bar OF in the
bosom of his unhappy familyf
At the request of the French authorit-
les Eddie Guerin, alias George Graham,
an ex Chicago burglar, has been conveyed
from London to Lyons, bound and closely
guarded. He is accused of stealing $780,
600 francs from the Bank of France.
When Senator Quay, better known as
Chairman Quay, visits his home In Bea-
yer, Pa, the town barber always goes to
his house precisely at noon each day and
shaves him. The colored manipulation of
the razor receives 81 if the senator ia in
good humor, but only SO oents If he is
not.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

Mary Anderson's mother, Mrs. Griffin,
has but a slight trace of her daughters
good looks. She is a tall, rather stout
lady, dark complexion and with black
hair.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1889-01-31

Democrats Nominate Kenna for Congress
CHARLESTON, w. Va, Jan. 28.-The dem
ocratic caucus tonight nominated j. E.
Kenna to succeed himself in the United
States senate.