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Year: 1874

We are not behind the rest of people in ac-
knowledging the genius Of Miss Charlotte Cush-
man. and the listre she has shed upon the
American stage, yet we cannot but think there is
good deal of humbug in the "Farewell" BUSH
ness Of which the New York and Philadelphia
papers are 80 full at present 1t rather lowers
than eleyates the dignity of the actress. Favorite
players have not infrequently taken formal fare
well of the public, the last appearances of Gar
rick and Macready having been especially inn
pressive, but it is something new to have a
heightened series Of farewells taken in all the
leading theatrical centres. One such thing is
we'll enough, but more sayoreth of vanity. We
are much mistaken il the present enterprise is
not shrewd managerial stroke on the part of
Messrs. Jarrett and Palmer. Miss Cushman, in
fact, retired from the stage some years ago, and
went to reside in Rome. 1t was given out in an
official manner at that time that she would ACT
no more. Again, there is no doubt but
that after these extended farewelli
she will continue to give her Readings, as here
tofore. We admit the present occasions are onl.
advertised as her final theatrical appearances
but the difference is more imaginary than real
and the impression is sought to be conveyed tina
Miss Cushman is now bidding a last adieu to tn
public, when she is doing no such thing Blu
even if the Readings did not enter into the cas-
at all, the taste of these reiterated farewell
would be very questionable. After gcin
through an elaborate ceremonial in New Yorl
tomorrow night, she departs for Philt
delphia, to be wept over in the sam
fashion thence to San Francisco, ditto; and pot
sibly elsewhere as long as it will pay. Let I'll
charitableness be far from us in speaking of a
artist whom all men respect as well as admire
but there really is too much of the "Crummles
flavor about this business for plain people. W
would have Miss Cushmans farewell postpone
to the last possible period, but when that tim
arrives we would have her say good bye once fC
all and have done with it,
Year: 1874

The Phenixville correspondent to the Potts
town Ledger says The Workingmens Protec-
tive Association have decided to purchase their
goods from Samuel Kreamer X Son, this firm
having made the Association an offer to furnish
them dry goods and groceries at 10 per cent. adj
vance on wholesale prices The Association
will also have MIR. Raber to furnish them beef in
the market on Saturday morning next We un-
derstand the nOdtS Opa'dndi to procure beef at
the reduced rate offered by Mr.. liaber is to join
the Association, and approach the beef yender
with certificate of membership, and in no 9TH
er manner can beef be procured from the Work
ingmens butcher. We doubt not the Asaocia-
tion deemed it for their best interest, that such
a course should be pursued, but we cannot but
believe that their influence would be extended,
if.they would allow any person with the cash
in hand, to purchase any quantity of meat
they were willing to pay for. If we un-
reduce the cost of living, and if this only be
accomplished by becoming part of "a combina-
ton, agreeing thereby to purchase only from
certain parties, there will be found many good
men who will continue to buy inst where they
will find that which suits them best in quality,
without regard to price, and hence keeping the
market price Just about where it at pres
ent is. Let any one, we repeat, with the cash
in hand, be permitted to purchase of the work.
ingman's butcher, and we prophecy reduction
in that staple article Of COW beef in less than
two weeks. Make the sale of good meat at IL
and Is 5cents per pound, general, fand do not linn
it the number Of purchasers, and our word fol-
it, the goal will be reached in one-half tile time
a idirectly opposite course, il pursued, would
consume.
Year: 1874

Many years ago, Abram Dodge, of
the town OF IPSWICH, Mass, owned a
beautiful horse, which was the pet of
the family. He was admired by all
who knew his playtulness and good
qualifications. In the summer it was
Mr.. Dodges habit occasionally to have
a frolic with his horse in his barnyard,
then let him out alone, and he would
90 to the river, which was about one
third of a mile distant, where he
would bathe, then 90 to a common
and roll on the grass, then with the
freedom Of air, start for his home.
HIS stable was renovated for him while
he was gone, and his breakfast put in
his crib. Ifhe met his master he would
show some coltish pranks, bound for
the stable, pull out the wooden pin
that fastened the door with his teeth.
and rush to the manger where he ex-
pacted to find his food. One night
the horse was stolen from the stable.
Alter the expiation of sixteen years
Mr.. Dodge was at the tavern when A
man drove a horse up to the door,
Mr.. Dodge at once recognized his
horse, ane he told the driver his rea-
son for believing it to be his the
man told of whom he bought the horse,
and said that he had owned him for
several years. Mr.. Dodge claimed
his horse, and it was finally agreed
that if the horse would, on besug ia
ken to his old stable, go through the
habit of bathing, rolling on the grass
and pulling the pin from the stable as
above described, that Mr. Dodge might
have him. When the horse was let out
into his old yard he reviewed the prem
ises for moment, then started for
his old bath-tub then for his green
towel on the common, then to his old
stable, pulled the wooden pin, won
Tor himself good meal, and his hid
master his favoite horse. The facts
are vouchsafed for by reliable old res
idents Of the beautiful. picturesque
old town, and show conclusively the
long memory of our noblest animal.
Loacel (lNass.) Courier.
Year: 1874

We find in Ow Dumb animals
that travellers who have visited the
Cape of Good Hope give wonderful
accounts of the fidelity and sagacity
of the IIottentot dogs. They are
chiefly employed to guard their mas
tcrs hocks against the lions, leopards
and tigers which abound in the sur
rounding country. No dog, single
handed, would be a match for one of
these fearful beasts; and therefore the
powers of combination and organiza-
ton are developed in the dogs to
remarkable degree. At night, when
the flock is assembled in one place,
four DOGS station themselves as sen.
tinels at equal distances along the
line of danger, and watch in a sitting
position, the head stretched out to
catch the slightest noise. Nor does
their power of organization end here.
All good defense requires patrol,
and the four dogs take turns, hour by
hour, in walking w and down before
the camp, listening to and watching
intently to give immediate warning of
the enemy's approach. fla tiger or
a leopard comes in sight, the sentinel
uttars a cry of alarm, and the other
dogs instantly assemble, and throw
themselves, en- masse, upon the in
truder, who finds their united strength
too much for him. Sometimes, how
ever, the enemy comes in force, in
which case the dogs utter long, PLAIN
tive cries, to call to their assistance
the guard of the neighboring flock,
who respond to the signal, and expect
similar aid in their hour of danger.
These remarkable dogs have no ex.
telnal beauty to recommend them.
Their color is dirty gray, They
have square paws, pointed noses, stiff
ears, and very rough hair. They are
nevertheless regarded by the Hotten-
tot as members of his family. They
have their rights by the fireside, aud
are taken care OF and fed like the chill
drcn of the house.
Year: 1874

Some murmur when their sky is clear
And wholly bright to view,
If one small speck of dark appear
In their great heaven of blue;
And some with thankful love are filled
If but one streak of light,
One ray of Gods good mercy, gild
The darkness of their nights.
In palaces are hearts that ask,
In discomfort and pride,
Why life is such dreary task
And all good thing denied;
And hearts in poorest huts admire
How love has, in their aid,-
Love that not ever seems to tlrc,-
Such rich provision made.


-R. L. Trench
Year: 1874

In no one department of the decorative arts
hos there been more marked aud interesting develop


mani during the last quarter of century than in the
working of metals especially IN the working OF that
composie metal which within the limits or its capacity
is undoubtedly at the most manageable and the
most ndestrucbe vehicle OF artistic expression and TO


hch we give the derived from the Italian word
for burning GOALS" OF brouze." During the eight
eenth century of periwgs" as II has been not
inaptly baptized OF this most artistic material
in the manufacture OF the Thousand and one more or
less useful knick- which give refinement and
variety to the furniture OF prosperous home, grad
ually and steadily declined Bronze was suppianted Dy
brass richness Of and pcturesqueness OF form by
rlittering rectaDg Dgularty This was particularly the
case in Holland and in England. In France ormolu
more extensively used, and the forms, at least OF
French decorative art during this period we're main
taued at higher artistic level than in other part
Of Europe During period the nobest pictures that
have ever been painted sank in relative value and the
foundations were laid in different parts OF Europe by


few persons OF taste and OF galleries which could
now only be so much as commenced by royal revenues
The graudest monuments OF medieval architecture
improyed" with coats OF whtewash. with the gen
era and wonderful revival OF culture and OF taste which
followed the great French Revolution and the Napo


eon,c era all this changed and the enormous ex


tension OF the bronco manufactures OF Europe during
the List 25 years OF the most notable symptoms Oh
the general elevation OF the public mind and Judgment
IN such matters The warer0oms or STARR * MARCUS
at No % Johnst (up sair in this city bear eloquent
witness TO the force with which the rising wave has
s,ruck our Chs shores 10 has become an mpor-


art branch OF business with this firm to seek OUT


and secure the newest and varied Developments OF
this great industry in all parts OF the Continent
Year: 1874

white man to enter the Hills, but they
are determined not to interfere, trusting
to the government to do them Justice.
The same disposition, l learn from Col.
Sully, prevails at the Grand River
Agency. The Chief at the Fort Totten
Agency protested against the expedi-
tion on the ground that if the white
man once saw the Black Hill region he
would want it, whether he found cold
there or not, for it was region flowing
with milk and honey, Astounding with
game of all kinds-in fact, the red mans
heaven complete in every sense; and if
all reports are true, it is, indeed, 4
Paradise and New Eldorado.
Year: 1874

A darky in Natchez was boast
ing to grocer of the cheapness
of ten pounds Of sugar he had
purchased at Il rival store LET
me weigh the package" said the
grocer. The darky assented, and
it was found two pounds short.
The colored gentleman looked
perplexed for a moment, and
then said "Gness he didn't
cheat dis child much while he
was gittin' the sugar | stole two
pair oh shoes"
Year: 1874

A Western jenkins left town
suddenly the other day, after
having written up an account of
a brilliant wedding, where one


of the ladies, he said, wore "a
magnifcent satin decol2ete at the
bottom and sides" When he
learned what decol1ete meant, and
that the lady's husband was
making inquiries for him, the
town was too small to hold him.
Year: 1874

The Cowier-Jourxaal was in
formed that in the good city Of
Baltimore there were 10000
more women than men. Hear
the comment: I'VE never 90
to that blessed city that The num-
Der and beauty of the girls there
don't make us long to seize a
couple Of carloads Of them aud
ny to the bosom of the Mormon
Church as q city of refuge"
Year: 1874

An Ohio youth who desired to
wed the object Of his affections,
had an inter>ie Jew with her pater-
nal ancestor, in which he stated
that. although he had no wealth
to speak Of, yet was "chock full
of days works He got the
girl.
Year: 1874

The News questions the propriety
skzhe act Of the Legislature, In ex-
felling the representative of the
tMercury from the hall the other day.


We agree with the News in this, that
the offsnse iheuld have been q very


grave one, to have warranted the pro
ceedinQ.
Year: 1874

The President has vetoed the bill
providing for an increase of currency,
known AZ tho Imitation bill. That
this veto was made in the interest Of
The money kings and monopolists OF
the East and North, no well informed
bl4ihess man will deny.
Year: 1874

The State Fair should offer a very
liberal prize Tor the best equipped,
best dressed and most soldierly mill
tary company, to be competed for
by all the volunteer companies in the
State. Keep alive the military spirit
Of our young men.
Year: 1874

pss- 4 good mother was trying to
explain to young hopeful the other
day about fighting against the devil.
After telling The little fellow who the
devil was. and how hard he was to
successfully resist, he turned around
and said: "Mamma I'd be scared of
.he old devil, bat if was to come
across one Of his little devils I'd knock
the stuiling out of him
Year: 1874

The appointment and acceptance Of Mr..
Hale to the position OF POSTMASTER Gener
al of the United States, was a surprise to
the people of this District. At the same
hour, In which they renominated him with
acclamation to represent them for a fourth
term in Congress, telegram was sent no.
tifying him of his appointment to seat
in the Cabinet, which appointment was
formally accepted on Saturday, and to day.
he qualities and takes office. OF course.
much comment is now made by Mr.. Hale's
friends in relation to his action. In this
district. it is a matter OF regret that their
chosen candidate whose ability and infiu-
ence have constantly been more and more
acknowledged should at this time, decline
the honor they cheerfnlly rendered, and
feel constrained to accept higher position
At the call of the President. No blame or
censnre. however is by them imputed TO
Mr.. Hale, because they believe that this
call was as much surprise to him as to
them, and because they deem it reasonable
that every man should be allowed 10 judge
tor himself wha; is his own line of duty.


Not only to the gentleman himself but TO
his constituents. II Is high honor that
from the 9th District should be selected a
member OF the Cabinet, the only member
from New England and those who know
Mr.. Hale best regard the appointment as
judicious and wise. His public services
whether on the floor of Congress, or
as q member OF the important COM
mittees on The Navy aud Appropria-
appreciated. He has exhibited tact,
shrewdness, and high executive ability.
In all legislation to promote reform and
prevent useless expenditures, his influence
has been decided and efficient. Even the
opposition have been compelled to admit
it and have often openly and voluntarily
declared il. The Press with few excep-
tions, have commented on this selection
in a manner highly complimentary.


few papers however, more particular
ly of the opposition, see in it a move of
great political significance. Some. blow
at Mr.. Blaine. others, hidden design to
promote his interest. and still Others,
strategy on the part OF the President. to
obtain third term. An eclipse would
probably 10 them have the same political
significance.


The simple truth OF the whole matter Is.
that after the resignation of Mr.. CresweIl
the President cast about him Tor q snita-
bic successor, and after four years obser-
walton of Mr.. Hale in Congress, rendered
him the appointment, and however much
we may regret the decision of that gentle
man in accepting the Office, the voters of
the 9th District as well as the country at
l,l-.s was one III 10 uv tuaur.
Year: 1874

we learn that during the shower on
Monday night, house situated in Brewer
was struck by lightning aud considerably
shattered. few minutes before, the on
ly occupants. a mother and her little
daughter, We're lying on lounge at the
side OF the room, and becoming alarmed,
ran across the road to the house OF
neighbor. 4 short time after. the house
was struck and the lounge was completely
torn in pieces. both its covering and its
frame
Year: 1874

VI ."e n'oSiiuS curTents CT temporary hope
entice it.


Do you want to change your present pros
poets for 50 poor chance this can aff,rd,-
They who ale shivering and starving upon this
sorry wreck are beating about without the
power either 10 direct or propsl themselves,
tell YOU that the Republican party is about to
break 20 pieces. and that they afe 20 carry the
country's destiny upon their crazy ran. Gen.
tleme1. If yon have shor cominss on the part
OF the Republican party to forgive, recolect on
the part Of its opponents you have q record OF
treason. Unprecedented treason to country and
TO liberty. TO forgive, before you an tske them
TO your bosoms. Can yol do the latter and
not the former, Can you trust the future Of
the country with those who failed to close it,
history In 1855 only through the fidelity and
patriotism Of the Republican party;


Gentlemen, the government can with safety
be entrusted 10 the care only Of its loyal and
true men. and they, or at least the great mass
oil them. are within the ranks of the Republi-
can party.


II that party shall ever become SO corrupt
that YOU can afford TO leave IL and join the
forces of party whose flag has been dyed Ia
treason's hues. then its condition must be de-
plorable indecsi, and then we may oil well pray
God to pity and have mercy upon our uufortu-
nate country.


But by the earnest patriotism. by the honest
single purpose, by the determined. true hearts
OF the controlling masses Of this grand old par
" OF unioa and freedom. that time Is not to
come; and We will stand bv the goo old party
IN the faith that as often as corruption shall in
any part infect II, the pure blood Of the people
who MI its ranks shall speedily eradicate its
maaiies and restore its pristine health.
Year: 1874

and my rooms were so situated that
from my window / could command a


view of her apartments and Of her gar
den. Hour after hour | sat there. where


could get the best light on my desk,
writing sketches and correspondence for
the London press, full Of virtuous senti-
ments, exhortations against the wicked
ness Of envy and things Of that kind
and in the midst of it out would trip my
lady into her flower garden and dazzle
her last new brilliant ip the sun, or toss
to her sancy maid gown fit for a lady s
wear. So she has come to this To be
wrapped in a shabby cloak, to live in an
alley, to buy two sous worth of bread
Year: 1874

J. w. Tenvoorde will pay the highest,
market price for all the barley there is in
the country. Farmers will do well to call
on him before disposing of their barley.
He is also paying the highest price for
wheat, oats and farmers produce of all
k;D1o
Year: 1874

The provisions of the new postal law, al
lowing newspapers to be sent to subscribers
living in the county where the paper is
printed, free of postage, took effect July 1st,
so that The JOURNAL now goes free through


the mails to any post Office in Stearns coun-
Year: 1874

Castoria is more than substitute for Castor
OIL 1t is the only safe article in existence which Is
certain to assimilate the food regulate the bowels
cure wind collie and produce natural Sleep It con-
tains neither minerals, morphine nor alcohol, and
Is pleasant to take. Children need not cry and
mothers may rest. nov6-1y
Year: 1874

The following ia the valuation Of the real
and personal property in the different
towns ofstearns county as equalized by the
County and State Boards, and for which ws
are indebted to County Auditor Vossberg:
Year: 1874

A WORTHY OBJEcr.-Attention Is call
ed to the advertisement, IN another column,
Of distribution of property to be made in
behalf of the Catholic Industrial School of
Minnesota. The real estate is valuable and
the plan of distribution fair. This enter
-terprise will commend itself to people a.
vastly preferable to the lotteries" which
have been and are drawing 10 much money.
If you intend investing in anything Of this
kind, invest at home. Mr.. J. w. Ten
voorde, Of this city, is . member of the
Board of Directors of the School.
Year: 1874

Sebastian Schafer would announce to
the people of St. Cloud and surrounding
country that he has opened a large and
complete stock of choice family groceries
in the brick bakery building, and will sell
all goods at very low prices. Call and see
him
Year: 1874

-Weregret to learn that Prof. Moore
has decided to resign his position as Prin-
cipal Of the Normal School at this place,
his resignation to take effect next May. His
purpose is to go to California. We trust
that Prof Moore will reconsider his de-
termination and conclude to remain in
charge of the institution he has done 80
much to build up.
Year: 1874

There is no pain which the Gen.
taur Liniments will not relieve, no
swelling they will not subdue, and
no lameness which they will not
cure. This is strong language, and
it is true. They have produced
more cures of rheumatism, neural
Year: 1874

EARLY on Monday morning brace Of
Parasalene trotted along one on either side
Of the moon, and soon after they were re-
leved BY Parhelia who dogged the path of
the sun all day. There was perceptible
lowering of the temperature that day, and
We didn't blame the doggies for edgins up
a. close az they could TO the sun.
Year: 1874

hcationS as shall render the premises safe so
tar as may be from fire Such directions
shall be III writing, and if the owner or occu-
pant deem the same burdensome, unnecessa-
ry or unjust, he may appeal to the chairman
OF the town board theretrom, and Immediate
~ upon such appeal it shall be the duty of
the said chairman to inspect Immediately
said premises, and if he shall agree with said
Fire Warden he shall endorse his approval
on said written directions Of said Fire War
den. If he shall not approve said directions
of said Fire Warden so appealed from, he
may modify the same, and If so he shall en-
dorse his modification of said directions on
the same. If the directions of said Fire War
den be not appealed from within two days
from the time they are given and the owner
or occupant shall fail to obey the said direc-
tions within three days, he shall, upon con-
victlAl OF neglect so TO DO, III any justices
court in said town, be fined not less than ten
dollars nor more than twenty dollars If af-
ter an appeal has been taken, and the direc-
tions of said Warden shall have been approv-
ed, the said owner or occupant shall fail to
obey the said directions within three days
from the approval of the same by the said chair
man, he shall, upon conviction Of such neg
lect, be fined not less than ten nor more than
twenty dollars.


Sec. ). The said Warden shall be entitled
to receive for his said services the sum Of two
dollars per day; provided however, that said
Warden shall not receive more than sixty
dollars in any one year, the said sum to be
paid out of the general town fund


Sec. g. This act shall take effect and be in
force from and after it's passage and pubIica-
tion.


Approved February II, 1874.