Thursday, August 5, 1869

A Regular Communication of Billing Lodge A. F. & A. M. will be holden on Friday evening, the 6th inst. Howard M. KUTCHIN, S.

Dr. DAVIS has removed into his new office in White & Sheldon's block.

Elder BEECHER has lost a horse. See Advertisement.

On Dit, that 'Squire ROGERS has gone east to take unto himself a better half.

The office of the American Express Company has been removed to the second door south of the Postoffice.

John Randolph once said, "I have found the Philosopher's tone. It is, pay as you go, sir, and be paid as you go."

We understand that the "Leaned Hog" - side-show with DeHAVEN's circus - has been engaged as editor of the Evansville Citizen; but, judging by the last issue, he has not yet assumed control.

Broke His Leg. - Mr. W. HARDEN, of Hebron, while on his way from Madison to his home, Tuesday, July 27, was thrown from his buggy and fractured his leg quite seriously. He was taken back to Madison.

MAY, CLAPP & Co., have bought 30,000 lbs of wool since our statement of the amount bought by them this season, making in all 110,000 lbs. The aggregate quantity bought in this village this season is over 150,000 pounds.

Races. - In the recent six days races at Oshkosh, W. H. BENHAM's horse "Black Dan" won a race against a Fond du Lac horse, in 2:53, and was declared beaten by "Kentucky George" though spectators claimed that there was foul driving against him. The track was very heavy.

Harvest has fairly begun in this county. Various opinions are current as to the quality of the crop, almost every farmer having a different one. We presume it will be about an average yield. In some localities blight has done some damage, but not generally.

Corn is pretty good, and if the weather is not very bad the present month an excellent crop will be gathered.

Proceedings of Village Board.

Fort Atkinson, August 2.

Meeting called to order, President in the Chair. Absent T. T. PROCTOR and J. WOLF. M. H, GANON chosen clerk.

Bill presented by H. G. TOUSLEY, Street Commissioner amounting to 37.05, allowed.

Bill presented by H. M. KUTCHIN for printing 300 blank notices for sidewalks, allowed.

Petition for sidewalk on west side of Mechanic street from Madison street thence north to Lot No 2 in Block No 2, in SNELL's addition' ordered to be laid.

Petition by L. S. KELLOGG and others, on Main street to repair sidewalk from Post office to south line of Rockwell's lots, five feet wide. Ordered to be built of plank not less than 1 1-2 inches thick, to be laid lengthwise, supported with suitable underbearings not more than four feet apart.

Petition for sidewalk from Main to High street on south side Third street; ordered built.

On motion the bridge built by Mr. KEMP near brewery was accepted and order drawn on Treasurer for amount.

On motion an order for twenty-five dollars was drawn on Treasurer in favor of W. I. WENTWORTH, for services as village Marshal.

On motion adjourned.

M. H. GANON, Clerk, pro tem.

New Bakery. Ch. HACKBERT, Takes pleasure in informing the citizen of Fort Atkinson that he has established a Bakery in Procter's old stand, and will keep on hand fresh bread, cakes, pies, etc., of the best quality, and at the lowest prices. Baking done to order.

Strayed or Stolen.

Strayed or stolen, about the 12th of July , from the pasture of Mr. Isaac Austin in the town of Lake, County of Milwaukee, Wis., about 5 miles South of the City of Milwaukee, a dark sorrel or chestnut colored horse, 5 years old, small size, light build, yet has rather a rangy appearance, very slender neck and long switch tail; blind in the left eye; has a singular roughness under the skin on the under part of his neck, for several inches along the wind pipe very perceivable by passing the hand over it; very small limbs, and I think some white on one or both hind feet - don't remember fully, as I had the horse but a short time; he also has a small dark spot near the backbone just over the hips, about an inch in diameter, and near square; he is rather a fine mover, and fair traveler. He has been owned mostly in Hebron and Fort Atkinson, till the 17th of May last. He may have gone in that direction, and I hope my numerous friends will please have an eye to my interest in trying to find him.

Any information by letter address to Mr. Isaac AUSTIN, Milwaukee P. O., or to me at Beaver Dam, Dodge Co., Wis., will be thankfully received. I will pay for trouble or expense, and send will for the horse or him sent to Mr. Austin's where my buggy and harness are left., E. P. BEECHER, Bible Agent.

Albion Academy.

The Fall Term open August 31st, Tuesday. Tuition from $6 to $8. Room rent $3; Incidentals $1; Board in the Academy Hall $2.25 per week.

All the Departments of Instruction are filled by Professor and Teachers of long experience in teaching. Special attention given to Vocal and Instrumental Music, Elocution , Gymnastics, Etc.

There is no Institution in the country offering equal advantages at as little cost to the student.

Students can board in clubs at cheap rates or board themselves.

For Catalogue or any information address 2w ALBION ACADEMY.

News Items

Miscellaneous

A gentleman in New York has invested a rat trap, which kills the animal instantly, throws its body in the air, and sets itself for another victim.

Emma FARRISTALL, a Nevada gymnast, is coming eastward. It is said she make a table of herself, and holds an anvil on her breast long enough for a horseshoe to be made thereon.

A sagacious horse got tired of waiting for the ferry-boat to push off from the Rock Island shore, and pulled the bell with his teeth, starting it off ten minutes before its time.

A woman at Houghton, Mich., administered laudanum to her two children, and then swallowed some herself. One of the children died; the other was restored. She took so much that it acted only as an emetic. She was arrested and confessed the crime.

A little girl named Katie PITT has received a premium in Platte county, Mo. For committing to memory 13,657 verses of the Bible. At last accounts she was still alive, although it may be doubted whether she can survive the 14,000th verse.

The Cincinnati Times says the people of La Crosse complaint of the frequency of robberies and other outrages in that vicinity. A community which can for years withstand the daily publication of such a sheet as the La Crosse Democrat, should not complain at any ordinary outrage.

Personal.

Ley, the cornet player, receives a daily salary of $150 for "tooting" at Saratoga.

Bringham Young has recently married again. His new wife is Miss Follansbee, of Boston.

Ex-President Johnson was successfully operated on at Fayetteville, Tenn., on the 12th inst. For a cancer on the temple.

Locating a Swiff Colony in Wisconsin. - Consul General Hitz representing Switzerland, has come to the Norwest on a visit of inspection to the Swiss settlements in Minnesota and Wisconsin. He had gone to Black River Falls, to select from the Wisconsin R. R. Company's lands a location for Swiss settlements, and early next season he will bring out a company of Swiss farmers and skilled mechanics to colonize.

State Items

The lightning killed a span of horses belonging to E. L. BULLIS, of Troy, St. Croiz county, on the 24th ult.

Frederick PARKS and wife who live near Stevens Point, have been arrested on a charge of infanticide.

An unsuccessful attempt was recently made by a burglar to possess himself of things in the house of J. H. PAGE, of Whitewater.

A boy named Lafayette ACKERMAN, at Reedsburg, Sauk county, was killed by the kick of a horse which he was trying to drive from the garden. He was struck on the back of the head.

A man named William CAMPBELL entered the house of David FITCH, of Stevens Point, on the night of the 28th, and assaulted FITCH and his wife. In defending himself FITCH struck CAMPBELL with an ax and nearly finished him. The intruder is in critical condition.

Thursday, August 12, 1869

Town and County.

Herald Office Removed. - It is with great pleasure that we inform out friends of the removal of our office to the new rooms in rear of PORTER's store, in Odd Fellows' Hall block, which have been fitted up expressly for our use, and are both pleasant and convenient. We will be glad to see all our friends in our new quarters.

The Jefferson Banner retracts the story about the poisoning of a child, by a German quack in that village.

If the boys who mutilate posters about town knew that if found out it would land them in the lockup, they would be apt to "go slow".

The fine Newfoundland dog belonging to S. M. LEVY was poisoned on last Monday. The dog was perfectly harmless and was no doubt killed for spite.

Lively. - A horse and wagon was seen on the streets yesterday; the Marshall supposed it had got here by mistake and so put it in the pound.

The Chicken Season. - Sportsmen are beginning to make arrangements for the sport of chicken shooting. The season, as we understand the law, commences on the 21st of August.

Horse Killed by Lightning. - During the severe thunder storm which visited this section last Wednesday, the lightning struck a horse belonging to Chas. KIRKLAND, killing it instantly. The animal was standing the barn, but the building was not set on fire nor damaged in the lest. Several trees hereabouts were struck.

The following, from the Waupun Leader, is most applicable to this village: "It is a sorrowful sight to see the large number of small boys that are permitted to run around our streets at night. The evil influences these youths are subjected to, and the injurious habits and associations formed, in thus being allowed to lounge about, will be of no benefit to any body in after life, but will fit many of them for the Reform School and State Prison. Parents and guardians are highly censurable in this matter, and it is their duty to themselves and to the community to keep these young boys out of the streets at night."

B. B.-The Juniors plays a game with the Dexters, of Whitewater, on Wednesday, the 4th, beating them by the following score:

Fly Catches - G. KREBS 2, MAY 1, MARSTON 4, BALDWIN 3, BARRIE 2, McGEE 1, RAWLEY 1, DeWOLF 1, WHITMORE 1.

We learn from the Register that the Whitewater boys were not satisfied with the result of the game and want our boys to "come and see them," which they have concluded to do, we believe.

How To Avoid Sun Stroke. - The season when the sun's rays pour down with the greatest intensity, and inflict upon men the dangerous malady known as coup de soliel, is now at hand, and it is well to remind people of the fact. Very simple precaution will save people from being seized by the malady in question. One of the best preventatives is a thick piece of sponge loosely sewn into the top of the hat and occasionally moistened with water in the course of the day. We have heard of a man who walked thirty miles under a hot sun with a damp pocket handkerchief in side the crown of his hat, and did not suffer any inconvenience. The precautions are so obvious and simple that persons do not regard them. Where they are complicated and expensive their use would be more general.

Fort Atkinson Public schools. - The Public Schools of this village will open on Monday, September 6th, 1869.

The Fall Term will continue 15 weeks. Tuition $7.00. Winter and spring Terms $5.00 each. No incidental expenses.

The High School retains J. K. PURDY as Principal, and its former assistant teachers, and every effort will be made to secure a thorough course of instruction.

The Grammer School building has been thoroughly repaired, with a view to the more complete operation of the graded system.

The grounds have been fenced, sidewalks will soon be built, and no expense spared to make our school facilities among the best in the State.

With the hearty co-operation of the people our highest expectations may be realized.

G. P. MARSTON,

L. B. CASWELL,

M. H. GANONG,

Board of Education.

Dissolution. - Notice is hereby given that the co-partnership heretofore existing between N. F. HOPKINS and H. B. WILLARD, under the firm name of HOPKINS & WILLARD, is this day dissolved by mutual consent, N. F. HOPKINS retiring. N. F. HOPKINS. H. B. WILLARD. Fort Atkinson, Aug. 4th, 1869fs

State Items

A child of Mr. John ROGERS, of Johnson's Creek, was drowned in a tub of water recently.

A man named Job MORRIS was shot and painfully wounded in Oshkosh, on the night of the 2d. An unsuccessful competitor for the hand of a young lady is suspected of having done the deed.

Last Thursday ground was broken on the Green Bay and Lake Pepin railroad. Flags floated, bells rang, toasts were drank, boats whistled, and the Green Babies went in for a good time, and had it.

Mr. George MURRAY, near Racine, Wis., has purchased of Mr. ALEXANDER, of Kentucky, the short-horn heifer, 10th Duchess of Airdrie. It is supposed the price was about $5,000.

The Augusta Herald says a little daughter of James M. WOODBURY, residing about two and a half miles from that place, received a fracture of the skull, last Monday, from being butted by a ram.

Thursday, August 19, 1869

Our village, in common with all others in this section, is nearly deserted, as all loose people have left for the harvest field.

Mr. H. B. WILLARD has associated with him in business Mr. G. W. WEBB, a gentleman well and favorably known to the greater part of this community. We may expect to see things lively at that establishment.

Tenors. - It is a noteworthy fact that at the recent normal Musical Convention at Janesville, out of about one hundred and fifty pupils there were but three pure tenor voices. Mr. D. S. HAKES of this village was one of them.. So said Mr. LUDDEN, the celebrated author of musical class books.

"Injins". - A band of "bloody In-ji-ins", lit on us last Thursday, like breezes from the south, stealing and giving odors. It was a show, it was; and they had their village with them, and they slept in tents, and the smell of muskrat was intense. The brass band and the rest of the "injins" gave a performance in the hall, which was largely attended - outside. In the morning "they folded their tents, like the arabs, and as silently stole away."

W. F. FANHOLTS respectfully informs the people of Fort Atkinson and vicinity that he has commenced to deliver his excellent summer drink called "Imperial Pop," which is accounted by some of our best physicians to be the healthiest drink we have and a preventive of many summer complaints. Any one wishing to have it delivered at their residence can leave word at SMITH's grocery store.

Runaway. - A team belonging to Judge DOW, of Cambridge, got frightened at a thrashing machine near the Foundry, on Tuesday last, and ran away, throwing him from the wagon. He received a cut on the back of the head, and it is thought internal injuries, as he suffers from pains in the back and side.

Killed by a Bull. -- Mr. F. HURD an old resident of Lake Mills, was on Saturday, Aug. 8th, attacked by a bull and so injured that he died on the following Wednesday.. It appears that the animal was a vicious one, and was led to water with a stout stick to which was attached a ring inserted in the bulls nose. On Sunday of the accident the ring had not been securely fastened, and it got loose. Mr. HURD was terrible mutilated. He was buried with Masonic honors, having been a member of Lake Mills Lodge.

Any person who thinks it is fun to move a print shop would have been cured of the belief had he seen us wrestle with presses and things during the latter part of last week, in getting our traps into the new location. If a man may earn his bread by the sweat of his brow, we must have a large quantity of the "staff" due us, for the sweat of our brow was not a patching of the sum total of perspiration produced. However, we have lived through it, by a scratch, and count ourself well repaid for the trouble by the immense improvement of our quarters. Now we are not ashamed to have our friend and strangers call on us,, and will always have an extra chair for those who do so.

Boy Drowned. -- Our village was startled last Sunday afternoon about 5 o'clock by the report that a boy had been drowned in Bark river. A son of Mr. Fred GEIGER, a boy of about ten years of age, was fishing from the bridge, in company with his sister, younger than himself, and by some mischance lost his balance and fell backward into the stream. There was no assistance near, and before any arrived the boy had drowned. Grappling hooks were soon procured and a diligent search kept up for the body until dark, but without success. On Monday morning the search was renewed and about 10 o'clock the body was found about six rods from the bridge. When found a fishing line was attached to the right arm and a fish oat the end of the line. The father of the boy was away at the time of the accident and did not hear of it for some time afterwards.

The following is a statement of the several items of personal and real property in this town as found by the assessor. We are under obligations to Mr. G. W. BURCHARD, Town Clerk, for the figures:

This highest valuation of land is on section 4, where 503 acres are assessed at $42,124. The lowest valuation is on section 18, where 512 acres are assessed at 5,669.

The highest valuation of single horses is W. H. BENHAM's at $300. The lowest valuation is Drum CRAIG's double team at $50.00.

The highest valuation of single mule is Barney's at $200.

State Items

The body of one T. H. BENNETT was found in the Fox River near Janesville, on the 12th. He is supposed to have been thrown from the cars.

Mr. Moe, agent of the Scandinavian Society in La Cross, informs the Leader that over eleven thousand immigrants have arrived at LaCrosse, already this season. These immigrants diverge from La Crosse in all directions.

The Richland county Republican is responsible for the following snake story. "Mr. John PIEKARD informs us that, one day last week, he and two others killed thirty-eight rattlesnakes on a ridge near Aso Creek and John says "it wasn't a very good day for snakes, either." They found a nest of them under a large rock; some of them were small ones, but quite enough were large to make it interesting. The large ones had from seven to eleven rattles.

Thursday, August 26, 1869

Mrs. A. M. MORRIS advertises to sell her household furniture at auction.

Volume Fourth. - We omitted to mention, with a flourish of trumpets, that last week the Herald entered upon the fourth year of its existence.

The Whitewater Base Ball Club "got away" with our Club to the tune of 50 to 13. They played several of their Senior club.

The Jefferson County Fair will be holden on Thursday, Wednesday and Thursday, September 21, 22 and 23. So we learn incidentally.

That item concerning the horse and wagon was merely an exaggeration of the dullenss caused by harvest, Bro. COOPER.

Disbanded. - The many admirers of the THOMPSON and PARKHURST concert troupe will regret to hear that they have broken up.

S. FRASER has removed to the north side of the river, opposite WALKER's and has now on hand a good assortment of furniture. Call on him.

The Jefferson Banner tells of a great discovery of fossils near Aztalan. We do not have to go so far away from home of antediluvian specimens. We have some fossels right in town.

Error. - In the statement of the assess property of this town, the total value of real estate was by a blunder put down a million dollars less than it is . It should read 1,308,833.

Coup De Soeil. - A man named John KOSTER employed by Milo JONES, was sunstruck while at work in the hay field on Monday last. Happily there was plenty of ice water at hand, which was freely used and a fatal result averted.

The Good Templars hold their County Convention in this village on Friday and Saturday next. Judge COMPSTOCK, of Janesville, will deliver the public address of the Convention, on Friday evening the 27th.

The Janesville Gazette has just completed the twenty-fourth year of its existence. During that time seventeen other papers have been started in Janesville, all of which were short-lived. The Gazette is an excellent journal and one of the leading papers of this State. It is a worthy representative of the noble county which is fortunate in possessing it.

"Dinna Ye Hear The Slogan?" - The Milwaukee Caledonian Club will hold their annual Scottish Gathering and Celevration at Brunham's grove Milwaukee, on Thursday Sept. 2. The Railroads carry passengers for half fare on the occasion. The games in which the bonny Scots" indulge are interesting, and usually draw crowds to witness them. "Dinna forget."

The County Convention, on Wednesday, was organized by the election of O. F. WEED Chairman, and Chas. HOLMES, Secretary.

J. J. ENOS. Of Watertown, and L. B. CASWELL, of Ft. Atkinson, were elected delegates to the State Convention.

All the towns of the County were represented except Cold Spring, Waterloo, Aztalan, Sumner, Ixonia and Sullivan.

The 4th District elected O. F. WEED and F.G. L. STRUVE delegates.

Bro. Roberts, ye local of the Janesville Gazette recently celebrated his Tin Wedding. Among the presents were a complete set of tin jewelry, which Mrs. ROBERTS wore on the occasion; a fashionable hat made of tin; tin watch and seals; a tine cane; also a tin pen, five feet long and three inches in diameter which bore the following inscription: "The pen is Mightier than the Sword!"

An Escapade. - A son of Mr. S. C. GRISWOLD, about eighteen years of age took it into his head on Sunday last, to emigrate, and appropriated his father's team and buggy, and started out, accompanied by a son of E. V. WARD, of about the same age, who took a horse belonging to his father. The sportive yourths came to this village and went to the cheese factory where they procured a cheese and $5 on the account of Mr. GRISWOLD. Mr. BOWEN and J. L. WARD went in pursuit, but as yet they have not been caught.

Delegates. - The caucus on Saturday last, elected the following named gentlemen delegates to the District Convention: E. P. MAY, Milo JONES, J. C. DAVIS, T. T. PROCTOR, W. E. SMITH, G. A. JENKINS, Milo MORRISON, D. W. CURTIS and W. Y. WENTWORTH.

The following to the County Convention: H. A. PORTER, L. B. CASWELL, G. C. SMITH, M. H. GANONG, G. W. WEBB, O. S. CORNISH, G. W. BURCHARD, H. H. WILDS and W. M. DANN.

I.O.O.F. -- Fort Atkinson Encampment No. 35, was instituted in this village on August 23d, 1869, by J. W. HUDSON, M.W.H. G. P., of Madison, assisted by W. P. C. C. CHEENY, M. W. DEXTER. H. E. WILLIS and Chas. S. HEMSTREET and others, from Janesville and Jefferson encampments. The following were elected and duly installed as officers for the ensuring term:

C. P., Geo. A. JENKINS,

H. P., Joseph WINSLOW,

S. W., Geo. C. SMITH,

J. W., S. C. GEROW,

Scribe, H. A. PORTER,

Treas, Milo JONES.

The State Fair. - The Wisconsin State Fair will be held in Madison, commencing on the 27th of September and continue to the 1st of October. Great efforts are making to render the Fair more than usually attractive. Premiums in some of the most important departments have been increased, and exceed those offered by the most prominent State Societies in the country. A spirited competition is anticipated on the part of local societies for the prize banner and $100, in cash to be awarded for the best exhibition made by any one county - Dane, for obvious reasons, not being allowed to compete. Lieut. Gen. SHERIDAN has accepted an invitation to be present, and a number of distinguished literateurs have been invited and are expected to deliver addresses as on the occasion, among whom are Hon. Horatio Seymour.

Proceedings of Village Board.

Fort Atkinson, August 24.

Meeting called to order, President in the Chair. Absent S. A. RICE, and J. WOLF.

Board proceeded to election of a Clerk, H. M. JUTCHIN being chosed.

The Committee on the matter of Mrs. KREBS' nonpayment of License reported that the business had been arranged by her paying pro rata License to date and agreeing to discontinue sale of Liquor and Beer. Report received and Committee discharged.

On motion S. A. Rice and John WOLFF were appointed a Committee to inspect certain premises near Mrs. PROSSER's residence, complained of as a nuisance.

Committee on ordinances reported back Ordinance No. 27, with recommendation that it pass. Read third time and on motion passed.

On motion adjourned to Aug. 31.

H. M. KUTCHIN, Clerk.

State Fair. - A Madison, Wis., Sept, 27 to Oct. 1, Inclusive.

Prize List most varied, liberal and complete, hitherto issued by the Society; including several Sweepstakes Prizes, numerous Silver Medals, and a Magnificent Prize Banner and $100 for best county Exhibition. Total, $10,000. Beautiful grounds, within a few minutes walk of the Capitol Park. Railroad passengers and freight set down at the very entrance. One of the best Mile Tracks in the west for Trials of Speed of Trotting and Running Horses. A more than usually Attractive Daily Programm; embracing Trials of spped by Horses and men on Velocipedes, Ladies' Equestrianism, Trials of Machinery and Implements; Practical Addresses on Agriculture and Horticulture, in the Assembly Chamber, by Hon. C. L. FLINT, of Massachusetts, and Mr. John A. WARREN, of Ohio; and brief popular Addresses on the Grounds by Governor FAIRCHILD, President CHADBOURNE, of the State University, Hom. B. F. HOPKINS, Hon J. G McMYNN, Hon. Geo. B. SMITH and Hon. A. J. CRAIG.

Lieutenant General SHERIDAN has promised to be present.

Railroads and Steamboat Lines to carry Passengers at half-fare, Freight free.

Better Accommodations than ever before for Exhibitors and People. Hotels under written agreement to entertain the Public at regular ates and Hacks, Omnibusses, &c., limited to 25 cts, for single trips between Depot, City and Fair Grounds, respectively. Beautiful Camping Grounds immediately adjoining Exhibition.

Terms: Entrance fee, entitling payer to exhibit as many articles as he choses, and to an Exhibitor's Ticket good for himself during Fair, $1.50. Single Admission, 25 cts. Children's Tickets, 15 cts.

The people of Wisconsin, whether members of the State Agricultural Society or not, are citizens of a State in whose progress they have a common interest and each member of the great community is bound by interests far above and beyond mere money considerations to contribute of his efforts to the advancement of the gereral good. This Society is not of the nature of a joint-stock association managed in the interest of corporations and stockholders, but a State organization established in the interest of the whole people. It is an organization, therefore, in which every citizen of the State, no matter what his profession, should feel a warm and active interest, and to whose success he will contribute as opportunity offers.

The Society extends a cordial invitation to all!

For Posters, Premium List or special information, address

J. W. HOYT, Sec'y W. S. A. S., Madison, Wis.

Auction Sale - of - Household Furniture. The undersigned will sell at Public Auction, at the residence of Mrs. A. M. MORRISOM, on the afternoon of Saturday, Sept. 11, 1869, a large amount of Household Furniture nearly new; also a choice assortment of House Plants. A. D. WILCOX. Fort Atkinson, Aug 26, 1869.