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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
A TRIBUTE.


FoRT SCorT, KANs., April "a, 1889.
Ed. JOURNAL: Your issue of the 18th
inst. brings the sad news to me that
Uncle Asaph' Pratt has fallen asleep.
While many are missing his CHEEKY
voice and are speaking words of love
and respect for his memory, few
words of tribute may not be out of
place from one who carries with him
continually the influence of Asaph
Pratt S upright and christian charac-
ter.
That life is a success which counts
much in the lives OF others for truth
and right. No man fails of highest
things, who, in some way, weaves
truth into the web of his own Charac-
ter and is able thereby to increase the
amount of truth held in concrete form.
The truth is carried forward from
generation to generation through the
lives and characters of men. Fortu-
nate and blessed is the man who not
only builds a sound character for him.
self, but is able also to inspire others
to do likewise. Such a man, being
dead, yet speaks. And such "a man
was Asaph Pratt. | am privileged to
speak from personal experience. A
winter spent in the Christian family
of Mr.. and Mrs. Pratt became the
turning point in my life. The force
and power of the gospel truth lived
by them daily, still lives in me.
There are others who can bear the
same testimony and there are others
connected with those boyhood days, to
all whom | owe much for the little |
am permitted to be and to do now.
Some still live blessing in the COM
munity. Some have moved away.
Many are waiting with Uncle Asaph
on the other shore. Though gone
from earth they still live in younger
lives. Though hidden from mortal
eyes, their names are spoken in praise.
When such a friend and patriarch as
Asaph Pratt passes away, we can well
cherish the hope, uttered or unex-
pressed, that our life and our death
may be like his, for most truly can it
be said of him:
IAN honored life, peaceful end,
And heaven to crown 1t all
w. J. GRAY.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Eupepsy.


This is what you ought to have, in
fact, you must have it, to fully enjoy
life. Thousands are searching for it
daily, and mourning because they find
it not. Thousands upon thousands of
dollars are spent annually by our peo-
pie in the hope that they may attain
this boon. And yet it may be had by
all. We guarantee that Electric Bit
tiers. if used according to directions
and the use persisted in, will bring
you Good Digestion and GUST the de-
mon Dyspepsia and install instead Eu-
pepsy. We recommend Electric Bit
tiers for Dyspepsia and all diseases of
Liver. Stomach ard Kidneys. Sold at
soc. and SI.0O per bottle by c. R.
Taggart, Druggist. ~
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Mr.. f. z. AinswoIth, for many
years station agent at Hammond, has
been promoted to the same position at
River Falls. While we regret to see
Mr.. AinswOrth go from among us. we
rejoice with his many friends at his
good fortune in securing merited
promotion. We heartily commend
Mr.. Ainsworth to the people of River
Falls as a thorough gentleman and
scholar, and one we'll worthy of their
esteem and confidence.-Baldwin BUt.
Lefin.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

At the meeting held at Trinity
Church last Monday evening, called
for the purpose of deciding as to the
desirability of continuing the services
the coming year and the possibility of
raising a salary for the pastor, COM
mittee of four was appointed to solicit
subscriptions ana report next Monday
evening at the residence of M. G.
1iorna
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Tollif Holdahl, wife and six child
rem, passengers on the Inflated Dan
mark, arrived at Ellsworth last Fri
day evening where they were met by
Nels Holdahl who conveyed them to
his home in Ell Paso. All their bag
gage could easily be carried in an or
binary shawl strap, their big rei chests
being at the bottom of the Atlantic
Ocean. Their trip from Philadelphia
has been something of the nature of a
starring tour, they having been inter.
viewed and banQueted at several
places. ELLSWORTH Herald.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Won Cannot Afford

At this season of the year to be with
out a good reliable diarrhea balsam
in the house, as cramps, collie, diar-
rhea and all Inflammation of the stom-
ach and bowels are exceedingly dan
gerous if not attended to at once.
One bottle of BEGGS' DIARRHEA
BALSAM will do more good in cases
of this kind than any other medicine
on earth. We guarantee it. c. r.
Taggart, druggist.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Judge Bundy, of the Circuit Court
has rendered his decision favorable to
the city in the action of Charles A.
Swenson against the Common Council.
The Council revoked Swenson's saloon
license and he carried the matter to
the Circuit Court by eertiorari and en-
deayored to set the order Of revoca-
ton aside.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
The Chicago level Stove

Is still kept on sale at reasonable pri-
ces by r. n. Avery. We are willing
to put it alongside of any other stove
in the market to be tested as to quality
and efficiency in cooking. We claim
for It simplicity in construction, econo-
my in consumption of fuel, and per-
lection in cooking above any other
stove. Call and examine. 2-tf
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
A Plea For a Short Prayer.

\ few evenings ago three-year-old
daughter of one of our clergymen was
much interested in a neighbours bon
fire and it was with difficulty that she
was persuaded to leave the attraction
and join the family in their evening
devotions. She finally came however
and remained quiet till the moment
for prayer, when she very ear
nestly said: Papa, don't pray very
long tonight. the bonfire will go
OUT The prayer was accordingly
short
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

The Odd Fellows and their families
spent very pleasant evening at the
lodge room last Friday, on the occa-
sion of the 10Th anniversary of the or
ganizatiOn of the order in the United
States. There was an address by c..
f. Morse and music, refreshments,
social converse, and terpichorean fes-
tiyities at the close.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
THE CENTENNIAL.
The Great Day Observed by Appropriate
Religious and Patriotic Services.

No finer day could be asked for than
last Tuesday. the Centennial of the
Inauguration of George Washington as
the .irst President of the United States.
Our city celebrated the day in be-
coming manner. At o'clock in the
morning the G. A. r. Post of this city
and the scholars of the High School
marched in body to the Congrega-
tional church. followed by a large
number of citizens. Seldom has a
larger gathering Of our citizens been
seen. The services consisted of re-.
ligious exercises, singing of national
songs by large choir from the differ
ent churches, conducted by Prof. J.
E. Weeks, and addresses as follows:
George Washington, by Rev. James
Evans; "0ur Constitution, by Rev.
John d. Rumsey; and "A Review of
the Century, by Rev. j. ID. Whitelaw.
The services were in charge of Rev. @.
F. Stillwell.
In the afternoon the Normal students
and large number of citizens gath.
cred in the Normal School BUILDING to
listen to the exercises of me school
IN commemoration of the day. The
exercises, conducted by President
Parker, consisted of papers and ad-
dresses on Washington, the Constitu.
ton, and various events connected
with the early history of our country.
After the Centennial exercises the
students and friends gathered on the
lawn and Arbor Day was observed by
the students. Three trees were plant.
ed,-one by the Elementary class, one
by the Senior class, and one by the
school at large. Percy APP Roberts
was master of ceremonies. Addresses
of dedication were delivered by Miss
Thorsen, Miss Purvis, Miss Cheney
and Mr. Scheffer
The Centennial exercises at the High
School in the afternoon were con
Quoted by Prof. Hazard. They were
of the same character as those of the
Normal. The addresses and papers of
both schools reflected credit upon
those who took part.
The stores were closed during the
day, and our city presented holiday
appearance in honor of the great
event.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
First publication April Il, lSs9. J
ppnRATE E0TlCE.

S,TATF OF WISCONSIN. - County Court for
- pierce County. In Probate.
Notice is hereby given that at the regular term
Of the County Court 20 be held In and for said
comfy. Al the ofice Of the County Judge in the
Village Of Ellsworth in said county, on the .Irst
Tuesday Cgeing the seventh day. Of May, A. d.
1850 at ten o'clock. A. NJ, the following matter
viii be heard AMI considered
The application Of Josiah ETnno-ls ThHyer and
Henry B. Allen 70 admit % probate the last viii
and testaus ~ Of Josiah Ihayer, late Of the city
of River Falls in said county. deceased, and for
letters testamenfary thereon % be issued %
them. gle said Josiah Emmons Thayer and Henry
&, Allen being named in said last will and tesla
uent as the executors thereof
Dated April sth, 1888.
By order Of the Court.
]. " HANCOCK,
51-4w County Judge.
E B. HOLMES. Attorney. for Petitioner.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Notice to Teachers.

BY request of a number of teachers
and others contemplating attending
our summer school, we have decided
to continue the coming session of the
Ellsworth Institute eight weeks in
stead of six, as was formerly an
nouneed. TAYLOR FRYE,
GEO. PETERSON.
River Falls, Wis, April 80, 80.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Notice to Creditors.

All persons having open accounts
with me are requested to call and set
tie prior to May 20, 1889. The bust
ness will change hands after this date
and | will remove from this city;
hence prompt action in this matter is
imperati GEORGE FORTUNE.
The Stewart Concert Company were
greeted by full house at Opera Hall
last Saturday evening. The renditions
were good and the audience was we'll
pleased. The headquarters of the
company is now at Madison, this state,
and River Falls will likely be favored
by future visits.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

1.-The number of men is about equal
to the number of women. The aver
age of life is about 80 years. One
quarter die previous to the age of II.
To every 1000 persons only one reach
es 100 years of life. To every 100 on
ly six reach the age of 65, and not
more than one in 500 lives to so years
of age
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

A new volume of The Century be-
gins with the May number, the front
ispiece of which is one of Mrs. Foote S
pictures of the Far West, "Cinching
Up" Then follow two of Coles en-
cravings of the old Italian masters,
with accompanying articles by w. j.
Stillman and the engraver himself.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
The Pride of Woman.

A clear pearly and transparent skin
is always sign of pure blood, and all
persons troubled with dark, greasy,
yellow or blOtched skin can rest assur-
ed that their blood is out of order A
few doses of BEGGS' BLOOD PURI-
FER & BLOOD MAKER will remove
the cause and the skin will become
clear and transparent. Try it, and if
satisfaction is not given it will cost
you nothing. 1t is fully warranted. G.
r. Taggart, druggist.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Isl Pearl ST., New York.
Scrihner's MAGAZINE for NAV

Scribner's Magazine for May will in
terest readers of many and varied
tastes. Men of letters. lovers of good
fiction and poetry. railway men, anna
teur and professional photographers,
aud spOrtsmen will find articles which
will strongly appeal to them. The
variety and excellence of the engrav-
ings will delight those who appreciate
cOod art
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Consumption Surely Cured.

To THE EDIToR-Please inform
your readers that l have a positive
remedy for the above named disease.
By its timely use thousands of hope
less cases have been permanently
cured. | shall be glad to send two
bottles of my remedy FREE to any of
your readers who have consumption if
they will send me their express and
post office address. Respectfully,
t. A. SLOCUM, NJ. c.,
Isl Pearl ST., New York.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Why is il

That people linger along always COM
planning about that continual tired
feelingl One bottle of BEGGS'
BLOOD PURIFIER and BLOOD
MAKER will entirely remove this feel
ing. give them a good appetite and
regulate digestion. c. r. Taggart,
druggist.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

w. S. Armstrong has purchased of
Geo. Fortune half interest in tn e
Greenwood FIGURING Mill and also a
half interest in the house and lot now
occupied by Mr.. f. Mr.. Armstrong is
a substantial and worthy citizen, a
first-class miller and a good fellow
generally, and his friends will be glad
to know that his permanent residence
among us is secured.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Life will acquire new zest, and
cheerfulness return, if you will impel
your liver and kidneys to the perform
ance of their functions. DIR. j. H..
McLean's Liver and Kidney Balm will
stimulate them to healthful action.
Sl.00 per bottle at Phoenix drug store.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
Normal Notes.

On Tuesday afternoon members of
the U. s. History class assisted by
model scholars executed a valuable
programme commemorating the i'm
mortal Georges Inauguration.
At the close of the above the school
and assembled visitors repaired to
the grounds in front of the building
where an emblematic birch from the
Senior class. noble butternut from
the Elementary class and a stately elm
fran the school, as a whole, were ded-
icated to futurity.
Lyceum Program for tomorrow
evening; Defamation. ID. Miller; dia-
logue John Youngman, Bertha Ham,
ilton. w. Stapleton, Bessie Ap Rob-
erts; Debate on duties OF Representa-.
tives by 0. Follansbee, II. Thompson,
Ii. Gallagher, w. A. Clark; three mus
ical treats by Music Section.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

LAUNDRY WoRR.--The Branch
Laundry at AndersOn's barber shop,
is the place to go for lirst-class laun-
dry work. Prices very reasonable and
perfect satisfaction guaranteed.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Twenty-Five miles of the Duluth,
Red Wing and Southern railroad. be.
tween Red Wing and Zumbrota, is
completed and will be opened for bus
mess on the eth inst.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
More Arrests

The attention of the public is being
arrested by the very extensive stock
of goods constantly kept on hand and
sold so reasonably by r. N. Avery.
No bonds required for appearance to
answer any charge whatever, as we
give no credit. Give us a call.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

The most delicate constitution can
safely use DR.. J. ii. McLean's Tar
Wine Lung Balm; it is a sure remedy
for coughs, loss of voice, and all
throat and lung diseases. For sale at
Peenix drug store.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Besides the union centennial service
last Tuesday the day was observed at
the Episcopal and Catholic churches.
Addresses were delivered by the pas
tors of each church.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Messrs. Tandy and Brown of st. Paul
are breaking ground to-day for a new
brick yard. They have 20-acre tract
just south of the mandatory of Mr..
Hawks. Success to the new enter
priSe.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
ROOTS .I.TD SHOES.
-ADsWORTH < WEIGER.

UTADSWORTH * WEIGER,
w River Falls, Wis.
Manufacturers of and Dealers in
Boots, Shoes, Gloves, Mittens, Hosiery,
and everything usually keptin first class
Boot and Shoe Store. Custom work a
specially. Repairing promptly and neatly
done. Store in fremont Block, Main st.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
PERSONAL.

DOC IootCl anu OOllu DCll lClI
day for Montana.
DR.. G. NJ. Gould will return next
Tuesday and resume practice.
DIR. Albert Boomer of Delhi. Ia, is
visiting 5. Z. Whitehead and others.
w. |. Carpenter of Racine, Wis, is
the guest of his brother-in.law, NJ. C.
Pierce
George Fortune and family viii take
their departure for California in a
few weeks.
b. r. and Henry Eaton are in Min
neapolis putting up dwelling house
for Byon Eaton.
Frank A. Fuller and his mother left
on Wednesday for Wheatland, Dakota,
where they will spend the summer.
Walter Fowler came down from
Michigan City, Dakota, last week to
attend his mother who is lying dan.
gerously sick at the home of her daugh-
ter, Mrs. VIM. Marshall.
Supt. j. B. Thayer came up from
Madison Tuesday with his wife and
daughter, who will take up their abode
again a. the family homestead. Mr..
Thayer returned to Madison on We'd
nesday.
Clarence Snyder, postmaster at Ra-
cine, this state, arrived in town yes
terday and remained until this morn
ing, the guest of his uncle, G.. Cook.
Mr.. 5. was clerk in the law Office of
A. Morse several years ago.
The dwelling near the depot owned
by Joseph Stephens and occupied by
F. L. Colgrove, was destroyed by fire
at about three o'clock last Tuesday
morning. At little past u O'Clock
as Mr.. Colgrove entered his bed room
the lamp which he was carrying mani
tested explosive tendencies, the fame
flashing through the chimney in such
manner as to cause him to drop it
very suddenly upon the floor. The
carpet and bedding were at once
ignited and matters assumed very
dubious aspect for a time, but with
the aid OF neighbor the flames were
conquered and entirely extinguished,
as was the erroneous supposition. The
atmosphere of the house being some-
what noxious Mrs. G. went to the home
of a neighbor where her babe had
been carried to spend the remainder
of the night. Mr.. c. sought repose in
the house, but after half hour or
more of vain effort in this direction
decided to take walk in the fresh
air and came over to Main street, and
after strolling about for a time re-
turned to his home to find it mass of
flames. Scarcely any of the household
effects were saved, Mr.. and Mrs. Col.
grove losing most of their clothing.
The fire company responded promptly
to the alarm but the flames had made
such progress that all efforts to quench
them were without avail and in an
hour S time the building and contents
were in ashes. The loss on the house
will reach $1,000. upon which there
was an insurance of 800. Mr.. Col
grove estimates his loss at $1,000, in
sured also for 500.
Itch mamma and SnrAfnhaC ON hI.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Hereafter there will be a state high
school inspector at salary OF $500 a
year and expenses. He is to be ap-
pointed by the state superintendent,
and is to have supervisory control of
all the high schools ia the state.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Frank Geisert. employed in Ander-
sons barber shop the past six or eight
months, has gone to Washburn to
open a shop. Thomas Stops of Min
neapolis, a No. artist. takes Mr.. G's
place in Anderson's shop.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
.TEV'ELRT.
p. PETERSON x son,

II +. PETERSON * son,
~ and Jewellers,
River Fall, Wis.
Dealers in fine Jewelry, Watch IS. Clocks
aud Plated Ware. Sole agents Tor the
celebrated Rockford quick-train watches
AL kinds of repairing neatly executed,
and all work warranted.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
FRUITS AND VEGETABLE

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES.-At
Frank Thayer's fruit and confection-
airy store you will find strawberries.
oranges, lemons, bananas and fruits of
all kinds; also, early vegetables-cu.
cumbers, radishes. lettuce, asparagus,
etc. Mr.. Thayer is constantly receiv-
ing fresh importatiOns from the pro-
life gardens of sunny Florida and the
bountiful orchards of the Pacific slope,
and proposes 10 furnish his customers
with those delicacies at the lowest pos
Sible prices Goods delivered to any
part Of the city free of charge.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

If you are suffering with weak or
infiamed eyes, or granulated eyelids,
you can be quickly cured by using DIR.
j. II. McLean's Strengthening Eye
Salve. % cents box at Phoenix drug
cfora
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
First publication April II, 1859
pRnRAIE NlIlcE.

STATE OF WISCONSIN, - County Court fol
- Pierce County. In Probate.
Notice is hereby given that at the regular term
of the County Court to be held in and for sesa
county at the office Of the County Judge IA the
village of Ellswort in said county, or the first
Tuesday (be ng the seventh day Of May, A d.
1889 at ten o'clock A. NJ. the following matter
will be heard aud considered:
The application Of Efhe g. Brown for the ap-
pOintment OF Edgar Brown Of the town Of Rock
Elm in said county. Is administrator Of the
estate Of Byron /. Brown. late Of the town OF
Rock Elm in said county deceased.
Dated April 9th, 1859.
BY order Of the Court
]. W. HANCOCK,
5f-4w County Judge.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Weisend has received his complete
line of spring suits, pants, Overcoats,
hats, shirts, etc, which he will sell
cheap for cash. Give him a call in
fremont Block.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

The committee on grounds of the
Cemetery Association. and all others
interested, are requested to meet at
the residence of A. P. Weld next Sat
ur day evening. May 4th, at o'clock.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

1--WE will do more for those we
love; but those we hate are the ones
that come TO mind most frequently :"
mo man appreciates how small a
vacancy he occupied until he steps out
of the ranks and sees the line close up"
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Coughs and colds come unlimited,
but you can quickly get rid of these
with few doses of DR.. j. ii. McLean's
Tar Wine Lung Balm. For sale at
Phoenix drug store.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02
ABSTRACT s. LTSUR.f.s'CE

~ Y. DENNISTON,
- Ellsworth, Wis.
Abstract, Real Estate < Insurance Office
Taxes paid, and information given
Full set Of Abstract Books for Pierce and
St CrOiX counties.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

For SALE.-A new upright piano,
Ivers & Pond make, for cash, or will
trade for real estate. Address, 303I
Pleasant Ave-, Minneapolis, Mimi. 1t
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

John Like of Hudson brandishes the
cleaver and saw in Burnett & Pratt's
market. He is an old hand at the
business and can slice a steak to suit
the most fastidious customer.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1889-05-02

Senator SpOOner, accompanied by
Mrs SpOOner and their youngest boy,
sailed for Europe last Saturday.
They will be absent about two months.