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Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20
A FLAT WoRLD-oR HEAD.

The ADVERTISER is in receipt Of
pamphlet entitled ''The Latest Discover
les in Astronomy" by Orlando Fergu-
son of Hot Springs. The object Of the
work is to prove that the world is fat,
but how we'll the author will succeed in
changing the opinion that has prevailed
for upwards of three centuries that the
world is round, is subject for specula-
ton. He claims, too, that the sun is
only about 5000 miles from the earth
instead OF 95,O0O,OOO. The distance was
computed by Mr.. Ferguson as follows:
"When I measured the distance to the
sun I was in Illinois, at point 2,5OO
miles from the equatorial line. 1t was
IL o'clock, noon, ON the 21st day Of
March, when the sun was directly over
the equator. I placed stick of timber
due north and south, and leveled it, and
at 10 o'clock put carpenters square
upon it with the sixteen-inch blade point
ing upward, and the shadow of the six
teen inch blade extended just sixteen
inches along the horizontal blade of the
square, giving me just one-half pitch.
This demonstrated that il the surface of
the earth were level, the sun was then
twenty five hundred miles from the equa-
tor, the same distance as it was from the
equator to the point of observation, but
the form of the earth being that of a
basin with the equatorial line much
lower than my position, determined the
distance from the equator to the sun to
be about 5000 miles,
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20
AUSTRALIAN BALLOT Law.

A fact that has escaped general obser-
vation so far is that the new Australian
ballot system will be in vogue this fall,
says the Times. 1t was thought by the
that the law would go into
effect at the next general election, which
would be year from this fall, but the
provision requires "the next election"
and in November every county will hold
an election to choose county commits
sioners. Owing to this, the commission
ers will have to prepare booths and the
various appliances for holding an cleo
ton in accordance with the secret ballot
law.
It is evident that the cost will foot up
to fair sized amount. There is some
grumbling being done by the board of
county commissioners at the expense in
volved, but since the law was enacted by
farmers Legislature and they are the
most numerous taxpayers, no one feels
like seriously complaining. The cost to
the state at large is estimated at $45,-
900. A new feature of the law is the
appointment Of judges of election by the
commissioners instead of the township
supervisors and municipal bodies. The
fact is already attracting attention and
will result in considerable wire pulling.
There is but little time for the commits.
sioners to get to work, as the law re-
quires that all arrangements must be
made at the September meeting.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20
CANNoNADING FOR RAIN.

What may prove to be the most inn
portant piece Of news printed for many a
day is the announcement this morning
that Prof. Dyrenforth, in charge Of the
rain producing experiments, has succeed
ed in his first effort and brought down
copious showers in Texas, where the ex-
periments are being tried, says the Min
neapolis Tribune. The later kilograms
appearing this morning will probably
explain the conditions under which the
rain was secured, and if it is shown that
it was produced from a clear sky and
without prior indications of moisture the
circumstance bids fair to rank among
the most remarkable achievements of
science in a century.
In 1871 Edward Powers of Delavan,
Wisconsin, declared in many public lec-
lures his belief that rain could be pro-
duced by means of explosives. Last
year he published book devoted to that
subject, and in his preface said:
"That there is the strongest reason for
believing that this achievement is posi-
BILE I have the means of showing; but to
verify the truth of the theory by which
such power is claimed and to determine
it's limits and conditions can only be
done by well regulated series of expe-
riments with powder and cannon and
other appliances. Such experiments,
when made, as eventually they surely
will be, should be made at the public ex-
pense; for it is the public who will be
benefited in the event of their success"
II succession OF experiments proves
the truth OF Mr.. Powers theory, as the
first one indicates may be the case, he
will come in for high honors, and the
Tribune takes this early opportunity OF
mentioning his name in this connection.
Another man who will be gratefully
remembered is ex-senator Farwell. oi
Illinois. Many will recall the laugh
that went round the senate chamber last
winter when Mr.. Farwell proposed to de-
vote $4,000 to these experiments, and
moved this amendment to an appropria
tion bill. 1t carried, but Mr.. Farwel
was subjected to many jokes about hil
plan for shooting at the sky.
OF course the one experiment is no
conclusive, and even series of rude OK
periments conducted in q humid coun
try is not proof that rain can be pro
duced in an arid country. AS doubte
remarked the other day, 'sYou can't ge
get blood out OF turnip," and you can
not call down rain when there is n,
moisture; but successful results in Texa
will lend much hope to the belief tina
rain can be produced by the sam
method in large part OF the so-callet
arid regions.
| It is to be hoped that the success at
tending the first trial 10 not the result o
fortunate conditions but that this theor,
SO long held by many, 10 true one an.
il will receive positive verihcation befor,
/ Prof, Dyrenforth completes his expert
ments.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20

Congressman John r. Gamble died at
his home in Yankton at o'clock Friday
morning last OF paralysis Of the heart,
aged 43 years. In his death South Da-
kota loses representative citizen, Yank-
ton true friend, the bar an able lawyer,
the republican party staunch leader,
and his family devoted husband and
father. Had Mr.. Gamble lived until next
month he would have been resident of
Dakota for twenty years.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20

The names of SO many good men have
been suggested for the successor Of the
late Mr.. Gamble that one hesitates be-
fore endorsing any particular person. In
the Hills the people talk of DR.. A. s.
Stewart, J. w. Fowler, w. T. Coad,
VIM. Gardner, E. w. Martin, Edwin Van
Cise, Sol Star and f. J. Washabaugh,
while the democrats mention John r.
Wilson, J. M. Woods, A. w. Bangs and
others. East of the river candidates are
thick, but there seems to be disposition
to favor the Hills with this office, and if
the republicans expect to secure the
nominee from the Hills, they should go
to the convention as a unit for their can
didate, whoever he may be, and that can
didate must be man who will command
the full strength of the republican party
at the polls. A straight, conservative
republican should be chosen-a man
with clean record, politically and
morally.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20

The Sioux Live Stock Journal, estab-
lished at TT. Pierre in 1890 is now pub
lished in duplicate at Rapid City, Frank
P. Williams of the Republican, being as
sociated in the enterprise. The new
venture will win as it is published in the
interest of the leading industry of the
reservation. The only suggestion the
ADVERTISER has to offer is that more at
tention should be given to the mechanic
al department of the Journal, but the
boys will soon get around to that.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20

The Pennington county bar met at
Rapid few evenings since and passed
resolutions condemning Rapid City
special that occurred in the Sioux City
Journal on the 10th rejecting upon the
official acts of Judge Nowlin.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20

Hamlin Garland, whose wonderful
portrayal of western farm life in his
ssMain travelled Roads, has attracted
such general attention, contributes a
brilliant humorous western character
sketch in the September Arena, entitled
San Evening at the Corner Grocery"
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20

It is given out that Minnesota is TO
have a depot-that is, the f., e. &M. v.
has decided to make station at the seat
OF government OF Butte county. It is
reasonable to presume that the Elkhorn
did not stop there months ago on ac-
count OF the Star having built the Cana
dian Pacific, Northern Pacific, Midland
Pacific, Northern Hills & Minnesota, and
B. & M. into the metropolis OF the Red
water valley. When the attention of the
Elkhorn officials was called to the fact
that Dawley's numerous roads existed
only on paper, they concluded to handle
the business Of Minnesota land the AD.
vnRrIsHR congratulates its neighbor up
on securing railway facilities Of popu.
lar system.
Sturgis advertiser. (Sturgis, Dakota [S.D.]) 1887-1???, 1891-08-20
STURGIS ADVERTISER.
JOHN r. GAMBLE DEAD.

The ADVERTISER is entered at the Sturgis post
Office as second-class matter.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

J. B. Collins, secty. Of the Miles City
Chamber Of Commerce, is in receipt
ofa communication from the secretary
Of the Omaha Board Of Trade. inform
ing him that, much 10 the regret Of the
business men Of omAha, the proposed
excursion TO Montana has through force
Of circumstances, been abandoned for
this year, and that In consequences the
courteous invitation to visit Miles City
cannot be accepted. We share the re-
grets Of the Omaha people, but hope to
see them next year.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

The facilities of the present day foi
the production % everything that viii
conduce to tte material welfare and
comfort of mankind are almost uul.m-
lied aud nea Syrup Of Figs was first
produced the world was enriched with
the only reflect laxative known, az T.
the only remedy which j. truly pleas
ing aud reire-Liug u the taste and
prompt ana efl-ctual q cleanse the
system gently 10 The -pringtime or IN
fact, A. any time. aud the better " is
known the more popular II becomse.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

In lis November number the Cos.
mOpOlitsu will publish "a series Of let
ter written by Gen. w. T. Sherman
20 n of his young daughters, between
1859 and 1865, aud covering most OF
the important events OF the wur Of
secession. These letters present
graphic pictures Of a great soldier
amid some OF the stirring scenes in
which be was a giant figure. and in
them the patriotic spiritof the Federal
general j. seen % have been most 1T
tractivrly tempered by a strong afiec-
ton for the Southern people. The
iratrrual feeling which glow- in these
letters IL In refreshing contrs-t % the
sec'ioua; bitferue-t which character
izsd the period, and they will c0usti-
iuts au interesting aur important con-
tribuiiou 10 tie literature Of the war.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

The morning and evening mists that pervade
the atmosphere Of maiarions l0caliugs cannot be
breaihed With impunity. A safeguard is needed
20 render harmless the dangerous miasmata With
which they are impregnuted. The surest, saiesi
defense is HOstetter's Stomach Bitters. Il IL On
Gnudots 10 the poison which has already beeh
inhaled and bOme fruit. an adequate preventive
Of it, harmful effects, No preparatiye for br-sth
es Of miAsmA TINTED air OF drinkers Of malariI
tainted water like the Biten. Il completely
neutrAlizes the othersiss irresistible onset Of thu
serial foe. Settler on newly cleared land. exea'
vatOrs Of canal routes tnotably that Onthe isthmu'
CT Panamal western pioasen and smigrants in
rhort, all subject "a malariAl influences IN air Of
water hnd il benign remedy, an eneciual safe
guard. Disorder Of the stomach, liver ana bow
els, Ia grippe. rheumatism and kidney complaints
are remedisd By the BIters.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

The breath of n chronic caiarrh
patient h often 50 off nsive that he
becomes an object Of disgust. After a
time liberation sets IN, the spongy
bones are attacked and frequently
entirely destroyed. A constant ,ource
Of discomfort Is the dripping Of tie
purulentsecretio into the throa', some
times producing inveterate bronchitis,
which in it, turn has been the exciting
cause Of pulmonary disease. The bril-
liant results which have attended its
use for years past properly designate
Ely's Cream Balm rs by far the best
aud only cure.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Joe Eichorn has q pumpkin on x
hibi.in at Longs meat market that
lays over any Of the prodiEious
growths OF this season. 1t weighs 90
pounds plump, and is as hard as a
rock. It's size is more remarkable
faom the TACT that Il Was one Of five or
SIX on the same vine.and consequently
dia net receive on the nouIishment Of
tue vine, az these phenomenal
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

An Aberdeen, 5. D., dispatch to the
Pioneer Press mentions the probatil.
ity Of the Northern Pacific road build
Ing a branch from that point into the
Black Hills. II this should be done
the next step would no doubt be an
extension Of the same line to Miles
City, for the protection Of its cattle
shipping trade now being cut into by
the Fremont and EIkhorn road.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Mrs. $. A. Younger left on Wednes-
day night for parts unknown, leaving
behind her four little children, OF whom
two were sick abed and entirely desti-
sute Of clothing and food. The child
rem were In = horrible filthy condition
yesterday when they were removed to
the county poor house.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
MClNTIREs BAZAAR.
NIL

The first animal meeting Of the
stockholders Of the Accidental MIN
ing Company, for the election Of trus-
tees and tor -uch other business a. may
regularly come before IL, will be held
at Miles CITY, on Monday, October u.
1891. :. a. PEPPER,
President.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

A. +. Cole was arrested yesterday by
Deputy Sheriff Geo. Hockens on =
charge Of assault aud battery, preferred
By Steve Morton. He was arraIgDed
before Police Magistrate Butler, who
dispensed justice TO him at the tune Of
$40 and costs.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

sam Pepper arrived yesterday In
Hill city, from where be goes to the
site OftbeAccidental MlningC company,
TO look AT er his int -ests there. There
is a gang OF men employed now in
erecting a stamp mill, and the mines
will soon be In full operation.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

It has been great weather for ducks
the last few days. and our local sports
were out yesterday In full force with
dog and gun. Florence Mack aud
VIII Savage brought in AZ ducks from
a days hunt up Tongue river, aud
Frank Moran and Gus Windhelm
bagged Is ducks at the RESERVOIR before
breakfast.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

We need space. To reduce stock,
preparatory to the arrival Of our Holt
day Goods, Bssinski Bros. offer for the
next thirty days, special Inducements
Ia all their variOus lines to intending
purchasers. No car fare or other TX
pen-es attached to II, 10 obtain price,
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Porter Boston desires TO inform the
public that be has engaged In the wood
business, and hereafter will be pleased
to receive orders fer stove wood. He
guarantees 70 furnish first class wood,
and would like to receive a share OF
the pubic patronage. Orders may be
left at ulis Office.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

DR.. Whitney and Charley Smith dis
agreed yesterday on the pronunciation
ofs word, aud = co1lne-- several degrees
low er than the ou'side temperature
Ra- eugeud-red.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

G. w. Jackson, the Helena music
dealer. IL in the city, and will ARA ge
to rave astore opened In the building
formerly occupied by Smith& Haynes.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

The F circle L outfit is camped on
the roundup about six miles up Ton
que river, and will be In tomr'oirow
tOlOad out.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
Notice

McIntire's Bazaar will change
hands January lst, 1892. Pa,ue- in
drbtrd "a. as are requested To make
settlement at once, as all sceounts
must be closed before the above date.
September 10. 1891.
MCINTIRE's BAZAAR.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

r. o. Graves Of Maryville, NO., who
has been here in the interests Of the
heirs Of Clint Grsham's estate, returned
20 his home Yesterday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Judge John Porter an attorney Of
Monmouth, ILL.,, who has been in the
city a few days on legal business, will
depart this morning for the east.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Merit wins, as the marvellous success
of Hoods ssrsaparilla shows. II pcs
sesses true medicinal merit. Sold by
all druggists.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

You can keep your plants fresh and
without trouble by using the reservoir
Flower Pots. All sizes sold at G. l..
Merlilps hardware store.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

HI Lcy, new wash house, on Pleas
ant street, near Morrison's. The best
work done promptly, aud satisfaction
guaranteed. Ladies clothes 81 per
dozen; meme cInthe. a hlt a piece. .
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Nancy Hanks, the equine wonder,
made a mile in 2sOJ IN a race al Rich
moud, Ind, on Wednesday last. cou-
hrming he beliefin the minds ofhorse-
men tnat she will yet succeed In low
ering the record made by Maud 5.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

after the morning service, Rev. f ID.
Scheeiz will preach at both morning
aud evening services.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

+. @. Jafiray, the representative Of
the Twin City stock yards. went up to
Custer yesterday to ship for Bennett
& Hamilton.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

H.. +. Bachelor left yesterday for
Chicago on short business trip in
connection with the estate OF Clint
Graham. +
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

growths generally do. Il lie son e
Z venty pounds heavier than any Of
the specimens sent to the tate fall,
which attracted 90 much interest aud
attention.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
Girl Mnntcd.

To do general homework; II know
ing now TO cook, 20 much better; good
wages. Apply At the Section House,
Mil Difv
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Mr. and Mr.. C.. i. Clarke, who have
been residing AZ the Mcqueen House
for the last three months returned ye--
terGay 20 Boston, where they will re-
side during tbe winter. We hope for
a renewal OF their visit In the spring.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
ni&nAILY JOURNAL
LIES CITy.
Post Office Regulations.

Eastern mail Through, local and regis-
tered closes al -. .1d0p.
Eastern mail for points east Of Mandan
only closes AT. -. ...sOOp p. m.
Western mail through, local and regis
teredl closes at 800. 8 100 =. m.
Western mail for Helena, Mont, closes
~ sssssss -ss oil fs ss oil - sa -. .ss sr 10 sALIg a. N'
sundays-J'noe open from l.80a, INTO 1880 pm.
spearfsh mail closes Mondays, Wednesdays and
Friday a. 3 a. m.
Tongue river mail closes Mondays, Wednesdays
and Fri iays a. ; a. M.
gmce opena-..--..- M
Dmce cloeea..-ssss.-ss. .-sss.ss.ss-ss.s-s'ss -sss.-t p m
Money orueH Y NJ
Registry p. m.
CHAs. ". sEYDE p. 81.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

HI Astle intends 70 build a brick
LIVERY stable on Park street on Che cite
where the old one burned down.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Joe Scott lie up and around again, a
little weak yet, but able to attend to
business.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

There viii be morning as well as
evening services in the Episcopal
Oh - onEuLdAy. H.ly communion
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

J. r. Mckay came down from the
ranch yesterday. He leaves today
with . carload Of horses for Dakota.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Mrs. John Fredericks and Miss
Howard returned yesterday 10 their
home In st. Louis.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

The gents scarfs 'EtruriAD and
"UmbriA" are the novelties in fall
neckwear.
q. B. Towers a Co.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

c. b. Case Il a visitor in the city
from New York.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Fresh cuts Of Veal, Mutton and Beef
at Hollis Meat Market.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Empty -four and guuny sacks, al
Case's City Bakery.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

J. J. Thompson came down from the
Rosebud yesterday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

]. r, Towers Of Mingusville is 4
visitor In the city.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

sLemp's celebrated lager beer at
Billiards..
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Ben woodcock came in from the
ranch yesterday,
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Joe Scott loads his cattle today at
Fallon, shipping to Chicago.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Skew Johnson shipped % Ears Of
cattle from this yesterday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

For Budweiser beer call a, Professor
Bach's.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Clean cotton rags wanted at this
offics.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

Fall styles Of the popular Knox
derby hats received at Orschel's.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

There was no dust to speak Of yes
terday.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
SKIN DARK AS COAL.
Eczema Amicts a Wen-KnoWn 0entIemaB.
Pitiable Subject 10 Look Upon.
suHursd TerrIbI. whole
Body Covered.
Given Up by san Francisco Doctors. Nigh.
dave Saved 5000. as He Wa
Cured for ~ by CutI-
cura Remedies.

] have Rany times studied over what cuticura
has done for me; Il has restored me {, good health
and happiness, Tor befO e ] tried Cuticura Rene
dies l was given up by all the doctors in San
Fran iscO. but q I mai only taken a ceuain gen
tleman's advice advice, aod tried Cuti,urE Rene
dice sooner. 1 should certainly have saved from
upon with eczema. and suffered terribly. / was
almost a. dark a. Cual from nv instep 10 70 my
knees on both legs, and after that ] broke out an
over my body. but teiare using half a dozen sets
good health, and have enjoyed the same ever since
(which Is for over two yiarsl. A great number Of
PEOPLE visit my estab.ishmsnt, and / have told
handreds Of people wha Cuficuf "a has done for
me, but have thought that ! ought 70 write and
1T you knoE. 20 that you can refer any one in
this county 10 he.
LOFTS JOHNSON,
Propre or Mgrine Boa, House.
Sau alto, Mariu 0lutY, Caifornia.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03

pNlI'E -sin and scalp purified and teautided
DhNA ~ by uticufa SOAP. Absolutely pure.
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
Cuticura ResoIVent

The new blood puriner, Internally 90 cleanse the
blood % al impuu'ie- anl poisonous elements
great skin cure, AMI Crticura soap, an exquisite
fElu beautiher, externally 90 clear the skin and
scalp and restore the haifl cure every disease Of
the skiu and blood, frlir pimples % s%cr0fu.a.
Sold everywhere. Price. Cuticura. SOC Soap,
&c kesolVenr, -lul. Prepared hy the Potter
Drug and themical Corporation. Boston.
es-send for How % Care SKIN Disease"
Daily Yellowstone journal., 1891-10-03
LOCAL ITEMS.

Try bath. at NICK GoIDEN's.
Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1891-04-03

The editor Of one of orr leading maQa-
zines told me, fifteen years ago, that he
received on al average twelve poems day
IL week ic got, therefore, more than he
could use IN wear. or course he was
obliged 10 rotGrn over 400 poems gnnu-
ally. Tic editor Of this magazines closest
rival said to nc. about the same time that
he coNld ca iy nuke ort # tue good mat
ter that was offered him two complete
nsgaztuas a month. As lie could only
publish one, rs much good matter alone
must go bacl, rs that which be used. The
situation in these two cases has OF course
not grown better it must constantly grow
worse Tor tho writer for he is Obliged to
force his article into the magazine by It's
own adaptation to that magazines needs,
as well as by It's stvlc and MORT, against
a host OF able competitions joel Benton.