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The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
Another Old Veteran Gone.

After q brief illness Elnathan N
Heath died at his residence in this
village last Saturday morning. He
had contracted a bad cold which de.
veloped into pneumonia. The funeral
was from the house, Monday afternoon
services were conducted by Rev. Mr.
Langrell; then the members of the
Wallace Rines Post, G.. A. r., took
charge and escorted the remains tc
Oak Knoll cemetery. Deceased was
born in Brownsville, Maine, 1888. He
volunteered at the commencement oil
the war and served in Co. A, Sixth
Maine Infantry until Jan. 9th, 1865.
He was married to Miss Fannie
A. Mayo in March, 1865
He came to Minnesota in 1866 and took
a homestead in Livonia, Sherburne
county, where he resided until June.
1880, when he moved to Princeton.
His wife, a son and two daughters
survive him. He was an honored
member of the local G. A. r. Post.
Mr.. Heath was an honest, hard-work-
ing man and good and useful citizen.
He WAS faithful in all things. His
death is sincerely mourned by large
circle of friends and acquaintance.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

If you want to save money go to Max
Mark & Co.'S and see their new stock
OF mems, ladies' and children's fine
shoes. Store opposite Starch Factory
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Special meeting of the w. R. G. at
their hall next Tuesday evening, the
18th inst, at 1880 o'clock. All members
requested to be present. Annual elec-
ton OF officers. By order of the presi-
dent.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Mrs. O. R. Barker is assisting in the
primary department Of the village
schools. The primary department. is
overcrowded. In all probability the
Old school building will be utilized by
the school board next year.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

When on a visit to Iowa, Mr.. K. Dali
ton, of Luray, Russell County, Kansas,
called at the laboratory of Chamber
lain s. Co., Des Aoines, to show them
his six year old boy, whose life had
Remedy, it having cured him of a very
certain that it saved his boys life and
is enthusiastic in his praise OF the
Remedy. For sale by G. A. Jack.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

When you buy SO cents worth of tea
at Jesmers you are presented with a
numbered ticket that entities you to
one chance of drawing a $55 music box.
You cannot afford to miss this offer.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
Railroad Lands For Sale!

H. P. Lund, of Foreston is the agent for the
sale of Great Northern Railroad Lands in town
IS, range Is, 1925 1885, $685. 1921 36-27, $780,
s. 2S, 36 49, 35-29, 36 20, $3.50 and $500. Will be
in Princeton at Aug. Rines' land Office every
Tuesday. H. P. LUND. Foreston Mnu
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

The nine months old daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Wheeler, of Bald
win, died of Group last Saturday morn
mo
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
Watches, Watches. Watches,

A fine line can be seen by calling on
+. G. Stamm, at N. E. Jesmer's store.
On New Years day a watch is to be
given away. It may be you that will
get it. This watch is worth $4,000.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Mr.. John Johnson, the merchant
tailor, will soon move into his shop
Immediately east of the UNION office.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
Horses for Sale.

A fine lot of draught horses for sale
by A. H. Stoves & Co. at Commercial
Hotel stables. Must be sold at once.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Fresh oysters in cans or in bulk,
pickles, sour kraut, horse radish,
beans, potatoes, pigs feet, .tripe and
sausage OF all kinds at Spaulding &
Newton's Meat Market.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Upon looking over our stove sales
we find it will take fully two columns
OF the UNION to contain all the names
OF parties that have purchased the
Jewell, Faultless, Economy and other
stoves of US this fall.
EVENS e. HERDT JSKa
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Ed. Larkins, of Blue Hill, fell from
the steps of his granary on Tuesday
morning and was severely injured.
DR.. Tarbox has been out twice to see
him.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Christmas will soon be here and as
times are hard and money is scarce I
Will sell all my plush goods at cost for
spot cash. This is no cheap John talk,
l mean just what I say.
L. W. PETERSON
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
E. GRANT, Baldwin.

Hi Tiddley Hi, Ill.," 1.-THE Miners
Dream of Home, " "Whocher,' little
Anna Rooney, " '"Ta-ra-ra-boom-de-ay,' -
"Whip Poor WILL" "Wink the Other
Eye' Comrades" etc., played every
hour OF the day at Jesmer's. What is
it?
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Five hundred and fifty extra copies
OF the UNION were printed last week.
Requests for copies are coming in from
every section of the State.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

What nicer and more appropriate
present could you make your wife than
one of those beautiful easy chairs to be
had at Caley's.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Prof. Simpson, G. A. Jack an6
several other residents of the village
have been indisposed this week.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Do not forget that music box. It
will positively be given away on Christ
mas morning to the person holding the
lucky number.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Big holiday stock of watches an6
jewelry for sale by F. G. Stamm, at N
r. Jesmer's store, See the watch te
be given away.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Edward Barry and Miss Lottie Cur.
| It's, OF Milaca, were married in the
clerk of courts office, Tuesday by
Judge Freer.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Have you Seen those fancy boxes OF
fruit candies at Jesmer's. Finest
thing in the city for a Christmas gift.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

WANTED-l00 cords of body oak
sawed off at both ends, within four
miles OF Princeton. Will haul it my
self and will pay spot cash for the same.
Inquire of CHI. R1NEs
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

II you want substantial Christmas
present for your husband, wife, or
sweetheart get one of those fancy writ
ing desks at Caley's,
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Election of G.. A. r. officers Wednes-
day evening, Dec. Goth, at P. M.
Every member is requested to be pres
ent. By order of the Commander.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Our stock of holiday goods must be
sold. Don't forget it. Prices will be
made to suit the times. G.. A. JACK.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

M. S. Rutherford is having many in
quiries for land. Mr. Rutherford is
doing his share toward settling up the
county.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Christmas packages of mixed candies
at Jesmer's, 10c per tb. Mixed nuts
l5c per 1b. Apples from 80 to SOC per
peck.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

If you want a set of dishes for
Christmas, now is the time to get them
while they are cheap at Scheen's.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

win Barnum does not ship any more
outter to West Superior, and he is
no" prepared to supply half dozen
families in Princeton with good butter.
special sale of dried fruits at Jes-
mer's.
English currants, 20tb for $1.OO.
Loose Muscatell raisins, Stb for 25c.
Silver prunes, extra large, l0c per tb.
Grip pears, lib for $1.OO.
Italian prunes, 10c per tb.
u peaches, extra large, 13c per ID.
California prunes. Sc per h.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Take your watch, clock and jewelry
repairing to N. E. Jesmer's store and
have it repaired by F. G.. Stamm.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
Trappers and Hunters, Attention.

Aug. Rines wants to buy your rats,
mink, coon and other fur, for which he
will swap you gold. Office at Hart
man & PatterSOn's store.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

-Four Leghorn roosters for sale at
50 cents apiece. My new gentleman
Poland-China hog arrived last week.
They all say he is dandy. Get there:
You bet, I will.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

On Tuesday, Dec. 10Th, at P. M,
the largest line of fruit ever seen in
Princeton will arrive at Scheen's
grocery
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

20 per cent discount on all juvenile
books and photograph albums at our
Friday and Saturday special sale.
Don't forget the place, G: A. Jacks
drug store.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

&. II. Chadbourne: The decision in
that G. A. Smith & Co. case is all
right and it is big victory for the
editor of the UNION.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

We are in it. You will be too if YOU
attend our special sale Friday and
Saturday. G. A. JACK.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

IT you want present that will be ap-
preciated get a combined bookcase and
writing desk, or a nice easy chair at
Caley's.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Wheat: No. l Northern, sic. Corn,
NEW SOC. Oats, 30c. Rye, 35c. Beans,
$1(0$1 40.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

A library party at Mr.. N. E. Jes-
mer's Friday evening by the Y. P. S.
G. E. A large attendance and pleas
ant time is anticipated.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Never mind the heather in China
and Japan. The Lord will provide for
them. You provide for the heathens
at home
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

rs cent bound books for Is cents at
our special sale Friday and Saturday.
c., A. JACK,
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Sweet and sour pickles by the pint,
quart or barrel, at
L. w. PERSONS.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

You can find all styles of ladies' and
children's fine underware at the lowest
prices. MAX MARK g. Co.
| Serge Building Main St.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

An old Norwegian lady in Greenbush
died yesterday of cancer of the stomach
The reporter did not learn her name.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Fancy Christmas boxes of assorted
cream candies, put up to order, at the
very lowest prices at Jesmer's
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

TOY BOOKS at Francis & Co.'S.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
Sparring Exhibition.

The sparring match at Roos Bros
hall last Saturday evening afforded
lots of sport for the boys. Another
grand sparring match is announced te
take place at Jesmer's Hall on Satur.
day evening, Dec. 23rd. Chas. Yerkes
middle weight champion of Denver
will spar with Frank Wilson, of Des
Moines; Joe Supple, light weight of St.
Paul, with Harry Clarity, of Prince
ton; to conclude with contest for S2OC
between Bert Fisher, champion middle
weight OF Minneapolis, and a we'll
known heavy weight of Princeton.
Doors open at s o'clock sharp. Admis.
sion, so cents.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

No trash jewelry nor cheap watches
sold by F. G. Stamm. Nothing sold
that cannot be warranted.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
TOYS, TOYS. TOYS!

The finest and largest assortment OF
toys in town at McCuaigs.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Good plush albums from 45cts up at
special sale Friday and Saturday at
G.. A. Jacks.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Old Mrs. Guyette died at Frank
Wheeler's house in Baldwin yesterday
afternoon.
Groceries of all kinds sold cheaper
than anywhere else and delivered free,
at Scheen's Grocery.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

L Ii.
Doors open at o'clock sharp. Admis-
sion, so cents.
A letter has been received at this
Office from Mrs. Ed. James dated at
Cedarville, CAL, Dec. LIST, in which she
says: ''Kind friends in Princeton, T
arrived here Nov. Doth, and found nv
little boys we'll and happy and in good
homes. How kind they have been to
the little ones. I find myself among
most noble and generous-hearted peo-
pie. O, how much I thank my friends
In Princeton for aiding me to reach
my little boys. \ = Cedar
vile is a pretty little place situated in
lovely valley called Surprise. y
I will close wishing you all
good luck, and hoping you are all as
happy as [ am Those who assisted
Mrs. James to reach her children will
feel amply repaid after reading this
item.
The declamatory contest between
young ladies of the high school drew
quite a large crowd to the Congrega-
tional church last Friday evening.
The contestants were Miss Sarah Orr.
Miss Tennie Cravens, Miss Meta
Wheeler, Miss Lizzie Sadley, Miss
Daisy Loring and Miss Daisy Farring-
ton. All of the contestants acquitted
themselves in manner highly credit
able to themselves and their painstak-
ing instructors. The judges-Mrs.
Eaton, Mrs. Langrell and the editor
agreed in declaring Miss Lizzie Sadley
the winner, and she will represent the
school at the district contest in St.
Cloud tomorrow evening. The musical
part of the program was also very
pleasing to the large audience. Rev.
Mr.. Hubert delivered short address
which was we'll received. The pupils
of the high school have made rapid
progress in the past year.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14
PRINCETON LODGE, NO. 2OS,
10. 0. F.

Regular meetings every Friday evening at 7:3O
o'clock, G. A. EATON, N. G.
G. EWING, r. Sec.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

EVENS & HERDLISKA.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Old Mrs. Guyette died at Frank
Wheeler's house in Baldwin yesterday
afternoon.
Groceries OF all kinds sold cheaper
than anywhere else and delivered free,
at Scheen's Grocery.
No trash jewelry nor cheap watches
sold by F. G. Stamm. Nothing sold
that cannot be warranted.
Toys, Toys, Toys!
The finest and largest assortment OF
toys in town at McCuaigs.
| Fancy Christmas boxes of assorted
cream candies, put up to order, at the
| very lowest prices at Jesmer's
Prof. Simpson, G. A. Jack and
several other residents of the village
have been indisposed this week.
Take your watch, clock and iewelry
repairing to N. E. Jesmer's store and
have it repaired by F. c. Stamm.
If you want a set of dishes for
Christmas, now is the time to get them
while they are cheap at Scheen's.
! rs cent bound books for Is cents at
our special sale Friday and Saturday.
C. A. JACK.
An old Norwegian lady in Greenbush
died yesterday of cancer of the stomach
The reporter did not learn her name
We are in it. You will be too if you
attend our special sale Friday and
Saturday. G. A. JACK.
Sweet and sour pickles by the pint,
quart or barrel, at
L. w. PERSONS.
Our stock of holiday goods must be
sold. Don't forget it. Prices will be
made to suit the times. G. A. JACK.
Have you seen those fancy boxes of
fruit candies at Jesmer's. Finest
thing in the city for Christmas gift |
Mr.. John Johnson, the merchant
tailor, will soon move into his shop
Immediately east of the UNION office.
The nine months old daughter of
Mr.. and Mrs. Frank Wheeler, of Bald
win, died of Group last Saturday morn
ing.
Christmas packages of mixed candies
at Jesmer's, 10c per fb. Mixed nuts
l5c per tb. Apples from 80 to SOC per
peck.
M. s. Rutherford is having many in
quiries for land Mr.. Rutherford is
doing his share toward settling up the
county.
II you want a present that will be ap-
preciated get combined bookcase and
writing desk, or a nice easy chair at
Caley's.
On Tuesday, Dec. 10Th, at 3 P. NJ,
the largest line of fruit ever seen in
Princeton will arrive at Scheen's
grocery.
Never mind the heather in China
and Japan. The Lord will provide for
them. You provide for the heathens
at home,
Edward Barry and Miss Lottie Cur
It's, OF Milaca, were married in the
clerk of courts office, Tuesday bv
Judge Freer.
Do not forget that music box. It
will positively be given away on Christ
mas morning to the person holding the
lucky number.
What nicer and more appropriate
present could you make your wife than
one of those beautiful easy chairs to be
had at Caley's.
Big holiday stock of watches and
jewelry for sale by F. G. Stamm, at N.
E. Jesmer's store, See the watch to
be given away.
Ii you want a substantial Christmas
present for your husband, wife, or
sweetheart get one of those fancy writ
ing desks at Caley's.
&. II. Chadbourne: The decision in
that G. A. Smith & Co. case is all
right and it is a big victory for the
editor of the UNION.
A library party at Mr.. N. E. Jes-
mer's Friday evening by the Y. P. S.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

Connections made in Union Depots at st. Paul,
Minneapolis and West Superior.
W. S. ALEXANDER.
Pres and Gen. Manager
P. A. ROCKWELL.
Asst Gen. Pass. Agent.
The Princeton union. [volume] (Princeton, Minn.) 1876-1976, 1893-12-14

- Ed. Larkins, of Blue Hill, fell from
the steps of his granary on Tuesday
morning and was severely injured.
DR.. Tarbox has been out twice to see
him.
20 per cent discount on all juvenile
books and photograph albums at our
Friday and Saturday special sale.
Don't forget the place, G: A. Jacks
drug store.
Fresh oysters in cans or in bulk,
pickles, sour kraut, horse radish,
beans, potatoes, pigs feet, tripe and
sausage of all kinds at Spaulding &
Newton's Meat Market.
Trappers and Hunters, Attention.
Aug. Hines wants to buy your rats,
mink, coon and other fur, for which he
will swap you gold. Office at Hart
man q 1aCLerSOn'S store.
Furniture-the place to get it is att.
H. Caley's. He has big array on dis
play in his mammoth furniture ware
room. It does not cost anything to
look it over and get prices.
When you buy SO cents worth of tea
at Jesmers you are presented with
numbered ticket that entities you to
one chance of drawing a $55 music box.
GU cannot afford to miss this offer.
WANTED cords of body oak
sawed off at both ends, within four
miles OF Princeton. Will haul it N.Y.
self and will pay spot cash for the same.
Inquire of CHI. R1NEs
Special meeting of the W.R. G. at
their hall next Tuesday evening, the
18th inst, at 7:3O o'clock. All members
requested to be present. Annual elec-
ton OF officers. By order of the presi-
dent.
The UNION will go to press early
next Thursday morning. An extra
edition OF several hundred copies will
be printed. Hand in your ADVERTISE
ments not later than Tuesday AFTER
noon.
ho @f L.
ladies OF the M. E. church is in pro-
gress at &. A. R. hall. Many useful
and ornamental articles are for sale
An excellent supper will be served this
evening.
Mrs. O. R. Barker is assisting in the
primary department of the VILLAGE
schools. The primary department is
overcrowded. In all probability the
old school building will be utilized by
the school board next year.
christmas will soon be here and as
times are hard and money is scarce I
will sell all my plush goods at cost for
spot cash. This is no cheap John talk,
mean just what I say.
L. w. P1ERsoN.
Watches, Watches, Watches!
A fine line can be seen by calling on
+. G. Stamm, at N E. Jesmer's store.
On New Years day a watch is to be
given away. It may be you that will
get it. This watch is worth $4,000.
Less politics and more prosperity.
less high prices and more bargains
which I will now offer in hanging
lamps and all other kinds of lamps.
not only so per cent. off but at actual
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1893-07-29
The Cigarette Abroad.

Il appears that the smoking Of cigar
cites has Of late years spread almost as
rapidly In Persia as in countries nearer
home. Our consul at Resht says that
cigarette tobacco was first introduced
as an agricultural product into the
province Of Ghiian IN 1873. The seed
was imported from samsoun. IN Tur-
KEY. and the introduction Of the plant
into the northern provinces Of Persia
has had the effec. Of introducing The
general practice Of cigarette smoking
into the country. II has become 80
general that even the loves. peasant
now goes about with 3 cigarette case
and cigarette paper Until quite re-
cent years only Italians or hubble CUB
bies and ehiboulxs- CT long wooden
pipes with red clay bowels, were used:
the former generally b. TIE higher
classes and the latter by the p-asantry,
Iaborers. raGie-drivers, and seople con-
ssantIy on the more and requiring q
more portable apparatus The CHI
izou< has now been TO a very large ex-
tent replaced by cigarettes. the tobacco
for this purpose being cheaper than tie
Shiraz tunbekso. whsea - required for
Lalian and chibouk -Lca6or TIfaeA
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1893-07-29

During the era Of ''reconstrretionN
in south Carolina orc Pompey smash.
a eoal-blzck negro, became ''trsal
Justice II was lot long befor.
Ponpey had case before him When
the jury arose and began rnoving-
toward the al joininz room FOR consul
tation orc Of the lawyers inte-poss-si'
and sail: May IL please yoar honor.
vou have not charged the jurS."
Whereupon Judge P0mpcy gathered
himself up, and with ali possible dig
nity, said. 'l,en'raen 81 dis jury. zs
dis Is de fast ti5ac nave had goa lsso'
me. cAa;gs each ore n you oae coa~
la.h and a half
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1893-07-29
AN UNKNOWN GRAVE.
The Little Emigrants Last Resting Place
the Platte.

the Platte
On the north fork of the Platte river,
with the blue mountains of Colorado in
sight TO the west, we made camp one
afternoon At an earlier hour than usu
al By and by, il our knocking around
for firewood. one of the men brought
in piece of board which was rotted at
one end, as it had been in the ground.
Wizard We git ito" queried Old Bill,
who was by all odds the toughest,
toughest and most uncouth man in the
party, and who no man had ever heard
speak a kind word to any living thing.
Over there, was the reply, as the
man addressed pointed over his shout
der.
Some of us followed Old Bill to the
spot. There was a grave there-the
grave OF a child. We found it
only after the dead grass and weeds
of a dozen winters, perhaps, had
been cleared away. The board had
stood at its head once-how long ago
it was placed there no one could say.
Some emigrant train had halted just
here, and here some emigraEt's child
had breathed its last. They had dug a
grave for it in this desolate spot, heaped
stones over the fresh earth that the
wolves might not uncover the little
form, and the grief-stricken father had
marked the spot as best he could.
No knife had touched the board. The
emigrant train would not wait for
that We looked it over and over and
brushed away the stains and the mil
dew but there was neither date nor
name. Ofwhat use? For every mile of
the old trails to the far west there is a
nameless and forgotten grave, remem-
bered only by God.
What are you going to do?"
So we asked of the rough old man as
he returned 10 the wagon for shovel.
He made no reply. but used the
shovel TO heap up the sunken grave and
pat down the earth. There were vines
and flowers growing near. He trans
planted until the fresh earth was al
most hidden from sight. and he carried
water from the river 10 give them root.
After supper. as we smoked and talked.
he brought from his wagon thick
board and spent his hours in cutting
the epitaph: