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Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
Hits it Hard.

The comfy board Of Adam.
county has directed the county attor
new to institute proceedings to test
the constitutionaIity Of the amor.
tionment act Of the last legislature
l'he county of Adams is in thc
Ninth senate district, one of the
worst cases of gerrymander in the
state. But Adams county is a.
well treated as many other counties.
The whole superintendent act is a
shameless violation Of the constitu.
ton and if there is no remedy then
the constitution is worthy of no
more respect than the apportion
ment act.
An apportionment that initiates
the local political divisions Of the
state, as is shown in Waukesha,
Grant and other counties, and makes
one assembly district with $4,000
people and another with 10000, will
not be defended by this newspaper
simply because it is tue work of a
Legislature pretending to be demo
cratic. It is not democratic to
deliberately, and in defiance of the
constitution, deprive people Of
their political rights, nor does it
make it any better because there are
other shameless and outrageous
precedent for it.
What the people Of this state do
wofully need is a supreme court
decision with enough fire and brim-
stone in it to convince all disreputa
Bile politicians that the state
possesses constitution and it is
going to be respected Neither
political party has anything to fear
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
A Recollection OF Beau Hickman.

journal Clerk Spencer has very
vivid recollection OF Beau Hickman
who flourished for many years. and
who vas national character Ha
was probably the leading dead beat IN
the United States during his time. He
levied regular assessment on all
with whom he came in contact. He
introduced himself to people at the
hotels and told them frankly that II
was customary for strangers to con-
tribute certain amount to his SUD-
port. With these assessments he main
tanned an elegance second only 10 that
OF his famous predecessor. Beau Brum-
nell. Mr.. Spencer was young man
when he first saw Hickman. Ii was in
the Lobby Of one of tie hotels of Wash
ington and the gentleman with whom
Spencer was talking CHANGED to adj
dress Hickman and joined him for a
minute. Hickman related several
stories about himself in his way. At
the conclusion of Que of them he turned
to Young Spencer and said That
will cost you half dollar, young
man
The audacity of the thing made Mr..
Spencer speeches. for a moment, and
before he could reply his elder friend
drew dollar from his pocket and
said: Don't be too hard on the
young man Beau. Here's a dollar
for you" The dollar was accepted
without comment. Mr.. Spencer learned
afterward that it was by this style Of
assessment that Hickman lived. ~
Y Sun.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

the winner, although the Minnesota
people would have been hard to
beat, on account of the good show
ing they made from the start.
The sub-exeeutlve committee of
the National Republican League, Of
which Gen. J. 5. Clarksou is chair
man, held a meeting here after the
adjournment of the meeting of the
National committee, and decided to
refer the duty Of selecting a time
and place for holding the next
National Republican League con-
ventlon to a special committee
consisting of President ClarksOn,
K. Z. Allen, of Michigan, w. w.
Tracy, of Illinois, 4. G. Little, Of
Kansas, and w. E. Riley, of Ken
lucky The committee authorized
Senator Carey, of Wyoming, to
promote club organization in that
State, and w. A. Hamill to do the
same in Colorado. Hon. w. II.
Chamberlin, of California, VI. G.
George, Of Oregon, George Price,
Of Arizona, Sedne Guthrie, Of
Oklahoma, aud ID. NJ. Angel, Of
Texas, were appointed to take
charge Of League work in their
respective States and to act as
members of the National League
executive committee until their sue
cessors shall have been chosen. Il.
@. Evans, the Minnesota member Of
the National Republican Convention,
invited the officials and representa-
tives of the League to accept from
the city Of Minneapolis, head
quarters for their use during the
meeting of the National Convention.
Invitations have been sent to the
President, his Cabinet and promin-
ent members Of Congress to witness
the launching, at Philadelphia, on
December 2, Of the armored battle
ship New York, which is in many
respects the most notable vessel yet
constructed for our navy. She will
be the heaviest ship ever launched
In America, and is expected to be a
very formidable fighting craft.
The Speakership game has reach
ed the stage that makes the playing
of trump cards necessary. The
first of these vas played more than
a week ago when it WAS announced
that Tammany Hall had declared
for Crisp and was working to secure
him the entire New York delegation.
This was met by the announcement
made by Mr.. Bynum Of his with
drawal in favor of Mills, and later
the Mills men took another trick by
announcing that the New England |
had decided to vote !
soIidly for Mills. The rest Of the |
candidates are holding back their
strong cards TO the last, and it will |
not be surprising if one or two of |
them make an attempt, later on, to |
throw the game to Mills or Crisp. |
The Mills people claim to have 90 |
votes pledged and Crisp's friends
claim that he has ia, but the most |
liberal of his opponents will not
concede him over SO.
The President heard delegation
representing the auti.Monopoly /
League, the Working Womau's Pro
.ectiye League, the Independent
Labor Party and the New York /
Silver League, last week, in favor
Of his recommending TO Congress
the appointment of a labor COM
mission to consider and report upon
for evils that exist in the
industrial system of the country.
4.-5uaranteea Cure for Laar!ppe,
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
DO goa
Know Anything

About Cod Liver Oil? Many people think
that it is only useful in the treatment of
consumption. That is a mistake. 1t is
good in any sickness. 1t gives strength
and sustaining power to the patient It is
a food pure and absolute. If you are deli
cate and unable to bear the cold it will
help you. Perhaps you are ailing now.
Ten chances to one, all you need is more
fat. But fat is hard to digest, you say.
True; that is most fat is hard to digest.
Cod Liver Oil is a fat. If properly pre-
pared it IS easy to digest. You must have
it in an emulsion Vivian's Emulsion of
Cod Liver Oil is undoubtedly the best.
1t is so prepared that even baby can
take it. Doubtless this is the very thing
you need Ask your doctor about it.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
Bssrs German Salve.

The increased demand for Beggs'
German Salye not only proves that
il has merit, but also makes it almost
a universal household remedy.
When You wish a good reliable
ointment call for Beggs' German
Salve, and you will not be- disap-
pointed. Sold and warranted by
w. II. Prideaux
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

WHEN the Democrats talk Of the
"billion dollar Congress" it should
be understood that $60,O0o,0OO out
Of the billion went to pay defcien-
cies and debts Of the previous
Democratic Congress and of Cleve.
lands Administration
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
Fly-Time Philosophy.

1t is the solitary fly that annoys.
Where there are swarms of flies they
have their time aud attention partly
occupied in mutual conversation, play
ing tag and other fly diversions; but
get into a room with solitary fly and
he will give you his undivided atteu-
ton. He will buzz in your ear tickle
your head and perform all sorts Of
maddening impertinences and when
you strike at him he is away oil at the
other end Of the room describing cir
Giles in the air aud laughing most art
lessly. 1t is the solitary fly that makes
life a burden - Boston Transcript.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

Madison Jo,upai The official
organ of Boss WAL, published at
Milwaukee, shows degree of
etTroutcry that was scarcely looked
for even ia that most contemplate
Of the democratic organs. 1t pub
fishes, right in the midst OF the
treasury interest cases, and before
the Arguments are half completed,
a column and a half OF assertions
that "the state is master of Che
held," chat "the position Of the
defense is weak, and falsely oharg-
ING that "the defense has admitted
the liability Of the eN,treasurers IN
order to save their oondsmen =
There is not a person who has
followed the trial but knows that
every assertion the official organ
makes, ID its contemplate attempt
to prejudice the public into taking
snap Judgment "a the case before
theleamed judge has an opportunity
to render ms decision, is false and
not true statement Of the con-
diiou ii the ease.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

Chicago b'uHmg Jouuat The
German Commissioner who has
visited this country in the inter.
est Of the Worlds Fair has made a
most catering report TO his govern.
meut Chicago viii be especially
pleased with what he has to say
concerning this city as q place for
the Fair. MIR. Wermuth strongly
urges large display on the part of
Germany, and holds that the Ger
man exhibitors viii be greatly
benefited by taking part in the EN
position. In commenting on this
report, the New York Tribune sets
an example for the balance Of the
press of that city and State by say
ing: $50 much interest in the Fair
is being manifested abroad that
interest ON this side of the waite.
should be Immediately and efecu.
ally stimulated"
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
FOR SALE

BEoNZE TUEKEYs from pure-bred
selected stock Of f. VI. MUuger's
strain. a few choice young Toms
for sale 40 reasonable prices.
FRED L. Cork
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

President HARRISON will give
politicians and statesmen something
to think about early next week
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

The situation as respects Chill is
not as favorable as it ought to be.
That wasp Of nation, little except
as to its sting, is determined to have
a quarrel with the United States.
We might, and perhaps ought to,
say "Shoo, fy! But Chill will not
be regarded as a fly merely.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

THE arguments in the state
treasury suits closed last Saturday.
The lawyers on both sides were
men of prominence and ability, and
each did great credit to himself.
The question is now with the Judge,
and his decision is eagerly awaited.
All parties Interested are equally
sanguiue.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05
Mortified Star

Fancy Patent flour is acknowledged
without an equal 1918 per hun
bred. DAVID JACko.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

THE Dakotas were buried in snow
Thursday Of this week.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

How does this sound? The
largest manufacturer Of underwear
suits states to the trade in Boston:
"My prices for next spring are from
10 to 10 per cent. less than hereto
fore Why? My increased pro-
ductiop of these goods allows me
to make them at less expense in
manufacture" And of such is the
Mckinley tariff.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

Ir is reported that Lieutenant
Governor Jones, Of New York, re.
Gently asked Governor Hill when
he was going to vaoate the Office OF
Governor to take his seat in the
SENATE 81 shall stay here until my
term is OUT" VAS the suappish reply
Mr. lIill has two objects to ao-
compish. tic means to finish the
theft Of the New York Legislature
by The Democrats aud to prevent
Lieutenant Governor Jones from
drawing salary as Governor.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

IN Massachusetts Governor Rus.
Tell was the only Democrat on the
St4te ticket who was elected. His
plurality over Allen was 6,427. But
Halle, the Republican candidate for
Lieutenant Governor, had 1851
more votes than his Democratic
competitor, while the Republican
candidate for Secretary of State
had plurality Of 1884
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1891-12-05

representing the auti.MonopoIy
League, the Working Womau's Pro
tectiye League, the Independent
Labor Party and the New York
Silver League, last week, in favor
of his recommending to Congress
the appointment Of labor com
mission to consider and report upon
remedies for evils that exist in the
industrial system of the country.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09
NO TARIFF.
We do net advertise what We pretend
but what we can and Will do.

The cd. old story Of ''Underbu'
and Undersell'' has long since be
come ''chestnut," and the public
are not to be fooled b. anw such ex-
travegant statements.- We recognlz
this b. our incr~s sed tr >:ie and re
marks of customers Our squaTe
simple way of doing business IS nov
winning for as more patronage, witt
better results to the purchaser. tha'
the art of deception being practiceo
By some. We are offering our entire
stock at fair Legitimate profit which
places our prices SO low that We feaI
no compete on.
We are offering special drive in
Ladies and Misses Cloaks and Walk
ing Jackets Of the most fashionable
styles; also a special bargain in La
dies Fur Capes in gray, black and
tan, and Ladies' Fur Collars and
Mufis.
In our Dress Goods Departments
we have a beautiful assortment Of
imported Serges. silk flushed Hen
tiettas. Cashmeres, Tricots. Flannels
and Ladies Cloths i'll plsids, stripes
and solids insall of the late and fash
.onab shades. Also superb va
rietv of Silks and Sattins, and all of
the late novelties in trimmings to
match.
Our Millinery department is COM
p|ete. We have ali Of the most
stylish shapes and colors in felt and
straw hats for Ladies. Misses and
Chi dren, and Ribbons of every color
and width. Also all colors in Ostrich
Tips and flowers.
In Mems, Youths and Boys Clothing
and Overcoats we have the larges.
stock that has ever been brought to
this market, of ali the late and hobby
styles. which we are selling from
S.. 90 to $500 less than they can be
bought elsewhere.
In Hats fer men and boys, We say,
without fear Of contradiction, that We
have the very latest styles out, and
can con<pete in price with any who
are offering old stock and old styles.
"a new.sfoek of Clothing just
arrived, and another case of fine
Overcoats.
Respectfully
O. Newman.
Main ST.. Edenton.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09

The new year opened quite gloom
ily. A rain set in and fell! steadily
all day. AS result there was little
business. Some of the public build
ings were closed and the city was
quiet
The Wizard Oil Co. is in Edenton
this week giving open air concerts,
to the delight Of all those who enjoy
good music. Their entertainments
are first class in every respect and are
largely attended by our people. They
leave for Plymouth on Monday next,
Mr.. J. S Leggett. late with J. A
Woodland, Esq this city, has accep-
ted a position at HEREFORD, as sales
MAN in the store of Mr.. n, Baker.
We regret to see him leave our midst,
He is clever, polite, steady and gen
tile young man AID success will follow
him wherever he goes.
The holidays have passed quietly
but neverthe sss happily. The deco
rations in our churches was exquislt
doing justice to tho il hands whici
wrought them. The hearts of GU,
bows and girls, mothers and fathers
have been made glad by the kind re-
meraberanco of friends and relatives,
May the cup of your JOY continue t.
be full
The store occupied by J. M. Rei6
& Son, Of Plymouth, n. c., Wa.
totally burned on Wednesday nigh
last, together with store belongina-
TO Mr. Goelctt, and several small
buildings. TAe loss was estimated
At SO, 900, j. NJ. Reid &. Son havin-
IS 900 insurance. balance not cover
ed by insurance.-Ex.
It Is mistaken idea to keep thu
Boys home from school to husk corr
il the farmer has money TO hire tn
work done. There is something els
necessary to bsqus*th to the boy
besides money. and while boys CAL
waste an estate that can be counte
in dollars, they cannot waste
money that is buried in tss brain.
ia North Carolina girl is blind
we send her to the asylum and give
he. public money; if she is withou'
voice or hearing We educate her by
public money; if she 10 q criminal We
send her to the psnitentiary and
spend public noney on her, bat IL
she 10 perfect in mind, body and
morals. not cent Of public money
do We spend upon her training, but
leave her to do the beat she can for
herself-Maj. Robert Bingham.
After q week of recreation asd
holiday enjoyment in the cities of
Baltimore and Norfolk. the Editor
and Foreman of the FISHERMAN &
farmer returns refreshed and better
prepared for our duties. We have.
with coats off and sleeves relied up,
entered into the work Of another year
with the determination of making the
FISHERMAN & FARMER even more AZ
ceptable to you, dear reader, than the
paper has been during the year just
closed. 1t shall be o trustworthy
medium Of int ligence, in reference
to all matters of public Importance
both at home and abroad The up
building Of Edenton will be ever fore
most in our objects. and it will be our
aim to make the FISHERMAN & FAR
MER . welcome visitor to ell of our
readers. With thanks Of thu very lib
eral support We have received in the
past we sxtend our E of best wishes
to one and all.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09
NOTICE.

Application will be made to the
present session of the General AS
semslv OF Y. c., to amend the
charter OF the Cashie and Roanoke
Railroad Company.
PRUDEN & VANN,
Attys. for said 4. r. Co.
Jan. 9Th, 1891.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09
NOTICE.

Notice is hereby given that appli-
cation will be made to the next Gem
eral Assembly of North Carolina to
amend the charters Of the Town OF
Edenton and Of Beaver Hill Cemetery
G. K ROBINSON, Pres.
Board Cemetery Trustees.
Dec. 18th, 1890.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09
PARAGRAPHS.

$500 in Gold will be paid anyone
who will bring us II yearly subscrib-
ers.
Agents are wanted to represent this
paper in every part of Chowan coun-
ty.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09

Itch, Mango and scratches on human
or animals cured in 80 minutes by Wool
ford q Sanitary Lotion. This never fails.
sold by w. !. Leary, Druggist, Edsnton
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09
FOR RENT.

The house on Main Stress. now
occupied by Mr.. r. H. Norris. will
be for rent after Jan. 18th. For
terms apply to
M. II. Elliott.
EdentoH, y. c., Jan. sth, 1891.
Fisherman & farmer. [volume] (Edenton, N.C.) 1887-19??, 1891-01-09
SCALES AND PLANTS.
ITEMS PURELY LOCAL CONDENSED FOR TIE
BUSY READER.


1890 is now q thing of the past.
Turn over a new leaf. It is not
too late to begin now.
A ball was given at the Court
House Friday night last.
He who hopes for good must be will
Ing to work for the accomplishment OF
good.
The school boys that came hsms to
spend the holidays are returning to
their studdies.
Very little drunkenness on our
streets during the holidays. But few
arrests were made.
Mr.. Il. A Bond, Jr., our Repre-.
sentative, has left for Raleigh to take
his seat in Legislature.
Mr.. +. c. Mitchell is recreatiag in
Washington, N. c. The Washing
ton boys had better look-o out.
Miss Annie Wozelka, who came
home to spend the holidays, retained
Saturday to school at Georgetown.
There is no use of being idle and
lcafing about the stores. Send for
eur terms to agents and bigin work at
once,
The fishermen are making extensive
preparations for the coming season.
The indications for good catch are
reported favorable.
Rev. G.. A. G. Thomas of E. City
will preach at the Baptist church ev-
cry night next week. The public are
cordially invited to attend.
On the night before New Years
watch night services were held in the
M. E, Church, which was largely
attended and much enjoyed.
The FISHERMAN & FARMER this
week is a New Years gift to its read
ers, and will doubtless be appreciated
by old and young. little and big.
Mr. Julian Wood an his charming
bride returned Tuesday of last week
from an extended tsur. A reception
was given them at Hays Friday night
last.
Baptist church next Sunday. Sub
ject for morning, Take away the
Stone, for night Two battles: a de.
feat and victory" Strangers vel
csmed.
Mr.. w. Fl Butt Of Roanoke. Va.
spent the holidays with friends snc
relatives at his old home, Edenton
He returned to Roanoke on Saturday
last.
II would prefer to continue ir
private lire," he said, with complet,
control Of ray oEn time, but if the,
want me shall be willing to 90
cspt'" Cleveland.
Mr.. J. W. Towe, Of Washington
n. c., enjoyed the holidays with hi
parents near Edenton. He was look
ing we'll and says some good thing
about his new home.
Mrs. A. H. Mitchell and littl,
daughter. Pauline Varsna, spent tn
holidays with friends and relatives il
Berkley AID Norfolk, Va. and re
turned Tuesday last.
Mr.. Henry Jackson has accepted tht
clerkship of the Woodland House late
~ made vacant by Mr.. Robt. Morgan
who left for Norfolk for the purpose
of making it his future hcme.
Mr, A. L. Gregory, who is at the
University of North Carolina reading
law. was among those who spent the
Christmas holidays in Edenton. From
Idaho semi-weekly world. [volume] (Idaho City, Idaho Territory) 1875-1908, 1891-02-10
PERSONAL MENTION.

Mrs, Hodgson Burnett's income from
her books and plays amounts to over
$4,000 year.
General Longstreet is still hard at
work on his history Of the war, and
hopes to have it finished this year,
Henry Labouchere declares that Amer
lean women do not, as q rule, dress well
they only dress extensively, and are the
slaves OF milliners.
The richest man in, Prussia is Herr
Krupp and though he has an income of
10000 marks, he always greets the
tax collector with Great guns Here's
that brigand after another $4,000"
O'Donovan Rosa will revisit Ireland,
and it is noticeable that while nearly all
the New York papers are wishing him
bon voyage they are quite as unanimous
in hoping that he will not come back
again.
Thomas A. Edison is said to regard
his deafness rs a blessing in disguise. It
enables him to think and plan in perfect
quiet, and he can have his children
about him at all times without being
disturbed by their noisy prattle.
Professor Koch has been invited to
accept the Inequalities Of about every
medical and surgical college in Europe.
/ So quickly is man honored who is sup
posed TO have discovered new and eff
fective relief for suffering mankind.
Mrs. Francis Scott Key is the latest
aspiraut for histrionic honor. She comes
Of fine old Maryland family, and is
handsome enough to star, even ii she
could not act But she has shown great
talent, has beautiful, pure and flexible
voice, and dresses to perfection.
President Harrison is doing consider
able driving at present. He may fire.
quently be seen coming down the avenue
at a lively pace in his high, square box
trap. He handles the lines himself, and
gets much enjoyment out of the spank
ing team which has taken the place Of
his old pair. He is usually accompanied
10y one of the ladies of the Executive
| household.
Rider lIageard is described by New
York intcrviewers as n tall man, prob
ably over six feet high, somewhat loosely
put together, with n slight stoop of his
shoulders. He has dark hair, hnt the
delicate mustachc which adorns his lip
Is quite light ju color A long, pointed
nose gives his face n finnish appearance,
but Il careful look ut him shows that he
has full forehead, and that his eyes are
well apart.