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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12
of thc Congregational Church.
ToPrc. MARCH 10.

Keeping our pledge in spirit and in
letter. Matt. XVI: 3l-4l. Other refer
ences. Sam. xii: 20-25; Kings, xix:
1919. -: job xxx: lbs: Ps. cxix: 81
l04; Is iiah xii: Is: Luke tx: 57-62.
1t IS not the pledge which is hazard
Gus, Int the unworthy spirit in which
it is sometimes made Peters vows
and Intentions were all right, but he
was too self-confident TO think that
he Wis not free from the snares and
temptations common To other men;
hence his failures. When good man
thinks highly of himself, and is con-
fident of his own strength, he is pre-
pairing for a downfall: if he does not
lose his soul, he will have reason to be
grateful. They who, trusting in
themselves, are ready to promise any
thing, are generally able to keep moth
ing: hence the letter is dead.
Trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ
for strength" Here is the secret of
the christian strength. Who c2n so
endue us with power as He vino never
for a moment separated himself from
its divine source? What holy boldness
may not come to the humbiest, most
timid soul? Surely it makes all the
difference imaginable, whether we are
self-reliant or Christ-ampowered.
Hear Paul: II can do all things" =
vain boaster, if he had stopped there
Through Christ which strengtheneth
me-" Magnificent Paul, Conscious of
our utter weakness, let US realize our
mightineSS in Jesus.
The spirit being right, the letter of
the pledge can never fail.
Trusting, promise ihy pleasure 70 do;
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12
RIVER FALLS WISCONSIN, THURSDAY. MARCH I2 1896.
plums. apricots. ard other frnits.

plums. apricots, and other fruits. To
one side the barns and outbuifdings.
Within, the house is finished in wal
nut, marble mantels in every room.
and great coy fireplaces. The furni-
ture is very old but in perfect condi-
ton; even the rug in the parlor seems
TO have been in constant use for forty
live years, but is still as soft to the
feet and the colors as bright as if
| fresh from its Persian loom. The
mahogany bedsteads are as bright as
when first built. In the dining-room
is che mahogany table around which
sat Howell Cobb, Richard Yancy and
Jefferson Davis when they signed the
articles of secession, and from the
same massive silver service from
which we were served they received
their coffee and tea, and their break
| fasts. carried by negro walters. Every
| piece of ware has its history, every
| china cup could tell its tale. But the
| most wonderful thing about this
| southern mansion is that every piece
| of wood, every brick, the lime. all that
enters into the construction of it ex-
| cept the glass and hardware, and
mantels, was made from materials
obtained on the plantation The
cypress shingles were made by hand
and shaved by slaves forty-five years
ago, and still are sound. In the flower
garden is the beautiful octagonal
brick building used as q library. The
hogs on this place are pure Berkshire,
chickens all prize-winr ers, and 40-lb.
turkeys. Cows, which bring in 800
per month, are either grade or nearly
pure Jerseys.
Here during and before the war
were from 500 to 600 slaves, represent
| ing $1,000 each, which by stroke of
fortune became freemen and ceased
to be property, yet the old slaves and
their children remain still upon the
estate; and | saw the son of this family
| (whom | deem worthy owners of such
home) who is a physician take his
medicine case at 10 o'clock p. NJ. to
attend to an old negro who can never
pay for his services. This is a great
exception TO the general rule of the
whites in their treatment of the
negro and / think it genuine nobility.
go to Greenville, S. c., tomorrow,
and next week / expect several
capitalists here from Pennsylvania,
Iowa and Minnesota, when we will
finish up our LuiIess and be ready for
locating settlers. Address me at At
lanta, as before.
Your son.
w. w, TAGGART.
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BIG RIVER

Miss Grace Granbois is visiting at Glovers
Station.
A girl of tender age at L. Fosbender's.
o. Warren of Ellsworth was in town last week
selling a blood purifying medicine.
A young boarder at Jos. Pesehkars.
C. Herrick of Ellsworth visited at this place
the past week.
Peter Thorn has been nursing a sore foot the
past couple of weeks, but is now able to be
around again.
VIM Thompson Of Saltwater, Mimi, is visiting
friend at this place.
The oyster supper at VIM. Mullen's Wednes-
Jay night of last week was a great success.
Jas. Granbois left for White Rock. s. D., the
first ofthe week.
Miss Katie Reichert of Minneapolis is visiting
friends in town.
Miss Ora woolsey of Lester Prairie is visiting
at Jas. Boles.
Jos Marek of Lost Creek lost one of his horses
at this place Tuesday. The animal dropped
dead by the roadside.
John E Foley, attorney. of Ellsworth was in
town Monday in the interest of Hon. +. b..
Bundy.
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The following from the Wausau
Record shows the desperate straits ia
which the Upham administration
finds itself. At the late county con-
vention of Pierce county no activity
was displayed on the part OF anyone
except the henchmen of the governor
and they are almost exclusively con-
fined to the men whom he has
favored with appointments. The
Record says: The supporters Of Gov.
Upham are working night and day to
secure control of the first state con-
vention on the theory that the faction
which controls the first convention
viii also control the second If. as
has been claimed, the only opposition
to the governors denomination comes
from sore heads, he should be able to
carry both conventions without any
effort on the part of his appointees.
Why then this activity?
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FARGO.

The weather of late has been very
fine, but hold yourselves in readiness
for a change. March came in like a
lam 10: she is liable to go out like lion.
w. j. Schoonoyer has been visiting
in town in consequence of an injured
hand. He returned TO the hospital
in st. Pau STturday.
Miss ora Stewart win teach the
sprinC Term Of school in FOrestville.
She 'ias taught in this school before
and was well liked Many of her old
pupils will, no doubt, be glad to hear
that she will return.
Hattie Dopkins and Anna Plumley
spent Sunday in town.
The elaborate collection of words in
last week. items show that outside
talent had been employed. But how
this great reporter arrived at the idea,
or got his information. that the
dance was gotten up in opposition to
the sociable we are at a loss to know.
Neither can we understand why he
stated that the dance was slimly at
tended, as it was an invited party
and all who received invitations were
there
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FARMHILL.

Jay Hammond is doing finely under the care
of DR.. William He is not injured as badly as
was first thought, only one ankle broken.
There are number of teams hauling lumber
10 Spring Valley for the Hammond Bros.
Miss Eifie Groot has been quite sick but is
rapidly regaining her usual good health.
Mrs. Dew of New Centeryille returned to her
home after a weeks visit with her daughter,
Mrs Hooker,
Mrs Hosmer Of Spring Valley was canvassing
| in this yisinity for books the past week. She
had good success.
Mrs Charles Mapes and little son, Galen, Of
Minnesota are here on visit TO her parents, MI
| and Mrs. William Fedderly.
lii. Mecklinburg Is very sick with pneumonia
He is given up by his physician, DR.. Wiper o.
D-Tand.
/ Mr. Bishop, foreman of the Davis Lu,aber Co.
| Is IN town looking after the Interests of Nj.
! Davis here.
Joe Reinke returned from Wausau last SatDr-
day where he has been working the past winter
VIII stups drilled well for NJ Swabaek last
| week.
Mr.. HUFF of Exile bought horse of W. II.
| Young OF this place.
Henry Webb and wife of Elmwood were visit
/ ing at Jim Marny's last Sunday.
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PRESCOTT

G.. w McMurphey went to st. Paul
Monday on business.
Miss Nellie Dill came down from
the Hamline University to spend
Sunday with her aunt, Mrs. Clears.
The presiding elder of the German
Methodist church, Rev. E. j. Funk of
Hamline, occupied the pulpit at the
NJ. 4. church Sunday.
The Y. p. S. G. E. and Epworth
League contemplate uniting in a
course of illustrated lectures next
month delivered, by Rev. Mcintosh OF
River Falls.
Mrs. c. f. Wilson spent last Sun
day in St. Paul.
Miss Marie Bachtle Of Mapleton,
Mimi, is visiting her sister, Miss Car
RE Bachtle.
Walter White spent Monday aud
Tuesday In the Twin Cities.
Mrs. Fannie Clemens and Miss Ida
Clemens were in st. Paul Friday for
the purpose of replenishing their
stock of millinery.
James Mcdonald spent Monday in
st. Paul.
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BELDENYILLE.

Bert Thompson is sick with the
measles.
Mr.. and Mrs. Alonzo Davis are the
happy parents of boy.
j III. Clouts is preparing to build a
new house.
Joe Halls little daughter is very
sick.
Mrs. Lou Johnson went to Hudson
Tuesday of last week for medical
treatment.
f. A. Severance will go to Milwau-
kee next week to attend the political
convention.
Henry Terpening has purchased a
hew evaporation and will engage in the
maple sugar business extensively, if
the season permits.
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Ell PASO.

Stephen Donahue's funeral was the larges
ever held in FL Paso.
IL is rumored that q man by the name o
Jones of Big River has purchased the flour mil
power and is going to move his mill here in the
near future. We wish him success, as a mill /.
needed here and think he viii do well.
Our merchant, O. o. Steen, has bought what
is known as the Reinkey hotel property and II
going to build store on same.
Our blacksmith. Erpelding, is going TO build
Paso is on the boom.
petition has been filed with the town clerk
for vote 70 decide at the town meeting whether
road taxes will be paid in money or labor.
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ST. PAIL

There viii be a summer school for farmers
wives and daughters opened at the agricultural
school at ST. Anthony Park on April 2Sth for a
six weeks session. The one held last year was
ytry successful. The whole range of domestic
science from gardening To cooking, viii receive
attention. Tor particulars address II. w.
Brewster. 81. Anthony Park. Mimi.
Mrs Mitchell, formerly Miss Minnie Everett
of Maiden Rock and River Falls is in business
on Wabasha street. She mas been a widow fol
abort a year and has a fine little boy of SOME
six or seven years
Prof II. W. stack, formerly principal of the
Hudson schools, is now princil Il OF the Rice
school Of this city. He has been appointed e
take charge of one of the state summer schools
| this year al Sank Center.
The st. Paul clergy are beginning to preael
sermons relating 70 the spring elections anC
some very plain speaking IS heard concerning
| The plague spots in our city. Keep on.
\ private letter from Lisbon, n D. states tina
| eigLtecn inches of snow now lying ON th'
ground, fact which is q favorable omen TO
/ good crews. The whole northern half OF IN
/ L. s. is in Sad need Of moisture
| Mrs. Addis Severance. formerly Addie Ever
| etf Is in Atlanta. Ga and among other thing
/ is engaged in literary work, In which she ma
1 had remarkable success
win Laudsr well known in pedagogical cir
/ cies and a school contemporary Of Bill Edgar
/ Nye IS ncs a learned Judge in the eastern par
OF N0-.n Dakota aud Is respected BY his asso
ei-tes II gave us pleasure 10 meet him on
"trip to that state, and to hear OF the esteem Il
/ which he is held by his constituents
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12
NEW CENrERyILLE

The social held at Theodore Bakke's
was quite well attended and all report
a very pleasant time. The proceeds
60 towards the new bell.
Mrs. Rose Foss of Woodville was in
town last week.
Misses Eta and Mary Hudson were
at Baldwin during the week.
Miss Bertha Hampton has gone to
Woodville to spend few weeks.
The Lutherans are hauling lumber
for parochial school building to be
built at this place.
Miss Clark of Lucas is spending a
few days at Milton Babcock's.
Howard Robinson closed his term OF
school in district No. last Friday.
Mrs Derro has returned home from
Farmhill after weeks absence.
The sad news of the death of Nor
man BurliSon comes to us from Ever
EFT. Washington, from the effects OF
having his hand amputated. Mr..
| Burlison was formerly resident OF
| this place He leaves young wife
and a host of friends to mourn his
| loss
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

j. w. Pierce, Republic, Iowa, says
II have used One Minute Cough Cure
in my family and for myself, with re-
suits so entirely satisfactory that
can hardly find words to express my
self as to its merit. will never fail
to recommend it to others, on every
occasion that presents itself" Chap
man Bros
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

Beggs' Blood Purifier and Blood Maker
Beggs' Blood Purifier and Blood Maker
Beggs' Blood Purifier and Blood Maker
for all diseases of the blood. a posi-
tive guarantee with every bottle. Call
for and be sure you get Beggs and
take no other Sold by c. r. Taggart.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12
Rneklen,s Arnica Salye.

The Best Salve in the world for Cuts,
Bruises, Sores, Ulcers, Salt Rheum,
Fever Sores, letter, Chapped Hands,
Chilblains, Corns, and all Skin Erup-
tions, and positively cures Piles, or nc
pay required. 1t is guaranteed to give
perfect satisfaction or money refund
ed. Price 25c per box. For sale by G
r. Taggart, druggist.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

Those who have used DIR. Kings New
Discovery know its value, and those who
have not have now an opportunity to try
it free. Call on the advertised druggist
and get a trial bottle, free. Send your
name and address to II 4. Bucklen & Co.
Chicago, and &c. sample box of DIR. Kings
New Life Pills free, as well as a copy OF
Guide TO Health and Household Instruc-
tor, free. All of which Is guaranteed to
DO you good and cost yoc nothing, at C.
r. Taggart's Ding Store. 4
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Republican Judicial Ticket.
For Judge stl Judicial Circuit
f ~. HELMS. of st. eroIx.

We have failed to find single re-
publican, not holding an Office, who is
not opposed to Gov. Upham's renomi-
nation. But his few Office holding
friends in this county. regardless of
public opinion, viii tell him that the
county is for him.
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bills approved:

Bills allowed, all voting aye.
Committee Of the Fire Company pre-
scented a resolution of the Fire Company,
in substance requesting the City Council
to provide certain supplies for the Com
pany.
Voted to purchase four rubber coats
and four pairs rubber boots.
Adjourned.
ALLEN P. WELD, City Clerk.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

All last winter Mr.. George A. Mills OF
Lebanon, Conn.,, was badly afflicted with
rheumatism. At times it was so severe
that he could not stand up straight but
was drawn over on one side. Il tried
different remedies without receiving any
relief" he says, 'until about six months
ago bought bottle of Chamberlain's
Pain Balm. After using it three days
my rheumatism was gone and has not
returned since" For sale By R. s. Free
man, druggist.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

One Minute Cough Cure touches
the right spot. 1t also touches it at
the right time if you take it when
you have cough or cold. See the
point? Then don't cough. Chapman
BROTHERS.
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Council Proceedings.

Council Chamber, City of River Falls.
March 6, 1896.
Council convened at 7:30 p. NJ. Present
Mayor Ballard. Aldermen Chinnock
Ulerich and Walker. Barg absent.
Minutes of meetings of Feb. Dist and
Feb. 9th read and approved.
Finance Committee reported following
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

NoTIcE.-The City of River Falls
will receive proposals for supplying
the Pumping Station with seventy
five cords of dry bass wood and one
hundred and fifty cords of green bass
wood, butternut or elm. Apply to
Geo. w. Chinook, E. p Barg or the
City Clerk.
ALLEN p. WELD, City Clerk.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

Val Weisend pays the highest mar
ket price for Hogs, Cattle, and Sheep
Office at Wadsworth s Wiger's store.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

The acme of perfection has been
found in the family of Bicycles sold
by Deere & Co., of which the Tribune
wheel stands at the head.
AT, CARROLL, Agent.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

\ number of the new and popular
novels have been added TO their circu-
lating library by Levings Sisters.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

Rocky Mountain Tea cures cOnsti-
patton, sick headache and stomach
troubles. Tagrart's drug store.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1896-03-12

Strength. haalth and happiness
comes by using Rocky Mountain Tea.
Taggart's drug store.
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Ellsworth, Wis, March { 6, $50 SaA W. o. sup
The Northwestern Wisconsin Teachers
Association.

1he northwestern Wisconsin Teachers
Association.
A. E. Brainerd, Pres. G. G. Williams, See'y.
The fifth annual session will be held at River
Falls, Wis, March SO-3l and April l, 1885, Pro-
grams will be mailed soon, but il is thought
well TO give this advanced notice. Here Is an
opportunity TO come in contact with the work
The local enrolment from Pierce and st. Croix
counties Will doubtless be large. No one would
be surprised if 1t exceeds the entire enrolment
at Ashland last year. We can assure vaIue re-
ceiyed to all teachers who attend.
ASSOCIATION AND INSTITUTE WORK.
The inquiry comes. "Why not have more asso.
ciation work in the western part of the eounty?n
think along this line. A strong effort will be
made to hold meetings at River Falls and Pres
colt In which the Normal school and the respec-
tive High schools will be asked to assist Mu-
tual benefits ought and will come from thus
uniting forces in the cause of education.
wish also to introduce the evening session
into our local association work for the benefit
of the patrons as well as the teachers. We now
have fund for lectures, etc. Let us see what
benrflts may be derived from it. If you are
interested write TO me. The associations in the
eastern part will be carried on as usual. State
Institute one week at Ellsworth, beginning
August IL, 1896. j. f. SHAW.
Office of School supt St. Croix Co, Hammond,
Wis, March Z, ls96.-Dear Friend:-The fifth
annual session of the n. w. Wis. Teachers
Association is TO be held at River Fails Monday,
Tuesday and Wednesday, March 80 and 81 and
April |, 1896. This association met at Ashland
last spring; probably it will not be held so near
us again for several years. The best educators
of N. w. Wis. will be there. School officers
and teachers are requested TO plan their spring
vacation at this time. 1t is hoped that St CToix
county will turn out in full force. Let us see ii
we can't have the largest enrolment of any
one county there. No association will be called
for April in our own county. Excursion rates
on all railroads. Do not let any petty excuse
keep you from attending.
The examination dates have been changed
at River Falls to April 9, 10 aud Ii; Glenwood.
March % and "a. FRANK w. BIXBY.
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Bnsipess CARDS.
LAHTERS

L4B IERS.
n p HAUGEN, Attorney at Law. Office In
w fremont Block, River Falls. Wis.
LIEN =. WELD. Attorney at Law. ONCE
n in BTaekett Block, River Falls, Wis.
Il tons a Speciality. Office over Johnson
EertSOn'S hardware store, River Falls, Wis.
PHTSICI4SS.
Il 4. CLOUGH, Physician and Surgeon, Rock
81. Elm, Pierce county, Wis.
~ W. ASHLEY, Physician and Surgeon.
Il -. Office in BOxrud Block. Residence cor
ner Fourth and Elm streets, River Falls Wis.
II BALLARD, Physician and Surgeon. Office
Il. at K. 5. Freeman's crug store. Residence
corner Second and Cedar streets, River Falls.
nR.A.F. GENDRoN. Office and residence
IL first door north of Gladstone Hotel, River
Falls. Wis. Office hours: = to II AN, and to
and to SPIN.
II A. TOBY & E. II. PARKER, Physicians
River Falls. Wis
ss-Dr. Toby may be found during tn - ght
at his residence, corner Pire and Second SITS.
Dr. Parker may be found at night at his
residence near corner Of Maple and Third SITS.
DENTISTS.
~~-~-~-~-~-0-~-@~-~~-~~
ID E WEEKS. Dental Surgeon. Office in f. A.
ID. Brackets Block, River Falls, Wis.
II E FOLLANSBEE surgeon Dentist. Grad
IL. uate OfCllicagO College OF Dental Surgery.
Office in smiths Block, River Falls, Wis.
MISCELL 8EEOUS.
Il ENINGS SISTERS River Falls, Wis.
- keepa general Book SioE1 embracing School
and Miscellaneous Books, Periodicals and Maga-
zines: Curtains and Curtain Fixtures; Wall
Paper; Fancy Goods. fg.l line of Stationery.
HUBER HOUSE. Ellsworth. Wis Louis Huber
H Proprietor The house is in good Coudi-
ton throug bout. and the travelling public will
always find a good table and clean beds. The
bar Is supplied with the choicest LIQUORS
~ 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.
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TEACHERS EXAMINATIONS,
PIERCE COUNTY.
Spring Series. l 955-

SGr-E SCENES 1895
Maiden Rock, March 23-24
Rock Elm, March 1921
River Fails tNormaD April 2-3-f
Ellsworth. April 9-l0.
-PR0GRAM-
A. N. Third Grade-First Day. Pm
Reading. Grammar
photography. U. s. Constitution
History. Wis. Constitution.
Third Grade Second Day.
Arithmetic. Theory and Art.
PHYSIOLOGY. Geography.
OrthRpy.
Examinations for second and first grade GER
tltcates Will occur on the last day at each place
al such time as suits the convenience OF the
examiner and the applicants. Sessions 10
begin III A. NJ. and 1870 p. NJ. each day.
Required standing for third grade certificate,
minimum 90, average 20; second grade, mini
mum 60, average 20; first grade, minimum Go
average 80.
The rules formerly adopted for refling
standings viii remain in force. Uniform ex-
animation paper supplied by Superintendent
In compliance with the laws of 1895 each
applicant for certificate must pay one dollar TO
County superintendent. The same law applies
to .countersigning Diplomas issued by High
Schools and 10 transfer OF certificates. the
money thus accumulated constitutes an InstI-
tute fund.
School boards are requested to give the
preference TO Pierce County teachers; also to
examine certificate before hiring teacher As
a rule, arrangements should not be made to
employ teachers who have no certificate in
force at time of making contract. An obsery-
ance OF the above suggestions will save con-
fusion and trouble.
Yours TO serve,
J.F. SHAW, Co. Supt
Ellsworth Wis March g. 1sq6
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~ w. ASHLEY, Physician and Surgeon
l.. Office in BOxrud Block. Residence cor
ner Fourth and Elm streets, River Falls. Wis.
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Il A CLoUGH, Physician and Surgeon, Rock
e.. Elm, Pierce county, Wis.