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The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01
Do You Wish the
Finest Bread and Cake !?

Il is conceded that the Royal Baking Powder Is the
purest and strongest of all the baking powders.
The purest baking powder makes the finest sweetest
most delicious food.
The strongest baking powder makes the ightest food
That baking powder which is both purest and strong
est makes the most digestble and wholesome food
Why should not every housekeeper avail herself OF
the baking powder which will give her the best food
with the least trouble?
DR.. Haines, of Rush Medical College, Consulting
Chemist Of the Chicago Board of Health, says: "Roya
is not only the pures but the strongest baking powder
with which am acquainted"
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

pain, headache, backache, and nervous dis
the judicious use of medicine should be
employed. DIR. Pierce's Favorite Prescrip-
ton is the best restorative tonic and nerv-
inc at this time. The best bodily condition
results from its use. It's a remedy spe-
cially indicated for those delicate weak
nesses and arrangements that afiict wo-
menkind at one period or another. You'll
find that the woman who has faithfully
used the Prescription " is the picture of
health, she looks zceiE and she feels sOeV.
In catarrhal Inflammation, in chronic dis
placements common to women, where there
are symptoms of backache, dizziness or
fainting, bearing down sensations, disor-
dered stomach, moodiness, fatigue, etc.,
the trouble is surely dispelled and the
sufferer brought back to health and good
spirits.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01
/. woMAN's Ills"

MRS. w. r. BATES. OF
.Dslzrorih, Hrnm6NH Co.,
Ohio, writes
"a few years ago I
took Doctor Pierre e's
Favorite Prescription,
which has been a great
benefit to me. i am in
excellent health now.
I hope that every wo-
man. who il troubled
with 'wonen's ills.
will try the Prescrip-
ton and be benefited
as I have been"
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

A MATTER Of Doubt" Maria" he said
thouQhtfully, 81 want to ask you some
thing aVVhat is itfr "Do you think that
you'll ever have a votel" II do, assuredly:, -
sTf you get one, and I run for Office, WIN
ssome time. then she said: "Hiram, can't
say vet. Not till our debating society has
passed on the question whether a woman's
tlrst duty is TO her Preside or to her coun'
Hy.n-Washingto Star.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

A most important branch Of business n
the human mechanism is that transacted by
the kidneys. II your kidneys have gone OUT
Of business. look outl Soon they Will be-
come diseased, unless they resume the pay
ment OF their debt tonature. Use Hostetter's
Stomach Bitters at the start and all VIII Dc
well. Employ it, too, for malarial and dys.
peptic troubles, constipation, livercompialns
and feehleneas.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01
BUDS, Society


buds, young wo-
men just entering
the doors of soci-
ETY. or W o nj a n
hood, require the
wisest care. To
be beautiful and
c b ar ming they
must have perfect
health, with all it
implies "a clear
skin, rosy cheeks,
bright eyes and
good spirits. At
this period the
young woman is
especially sensi-
tive, and many
nervous troubles,
which contin u e
through life, have
their origin at this
TINA lie fhefa he
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

Three things too much, and three
too little are pernicious to man; te
speak much, and know little; to spend
much, and velittle; to presume much
and be worth littles-Cervantea.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

The Lady of the House-"Why don't you
go to work! Don't you know that q rolling
stone gathers no mossln Browning, the
Tramp" Madam, not to evade your ques-
ton at all, but merely to obtain information,
NAV ask Of what practical utility moss Ia
to a man in my condition r'-Tit-Bits.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

RoBBrE-srm going to be pirate, like
Capt Kidd, when grow up.' Charlie
sI'm going to be train robber like Jesse
James, Johnnie-"Well, amt. I'm go
ing to keep summer hotel, like Uncle
Jake Truth
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01
When Nature

Needs assistance 1t may be best to render It
promptly. but one should remember to use
even the most perfect remed les only when
needed. The best and most simple and gen.
tie remedy is the Syrup of Figs, manufac-
tured by the California Fig Syrup 20.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

FIaa-"What would be your opinion Of a
man who borrowed v of you one day and
cut you dead next time he met youl" Fogg
lit would not be necessary to give an
opinion when he had settled the matter thus
cOnclusively. n-BostOn Transcript
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

Alexander I. of Russia was called
the coxcomb car, from his particulars
ity in dress. He was also denominated
the Northern Thor.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

THERE is said to be tree in New Guinea
which when touched knocks q man down
It must be species of lockwood. lid Bits
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01
Complete

Complete.
"Did you ever try the faith cure
Tompkins?"
ssYes. 1t cured me too"
"What of?'
"Faith in the faith cure. Judge.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

WHEN retired railroad magnate started
in the gents, furnishing goods business it
seemed second natareito him to announce q
great run on ties.-Yonkers Gazette.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

KAsHEM-sWhy don't you put a check to
that fellow who is everlastingly dunning
you3" Bilker-.What'd be the usel The
bank wouldn't pay it. Buffalo Courier,
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

HER FATHER (sternly)-ssYoung man, do
you play pokerl' Her suitor-"Why-er-
that is, once in awhile, Ter" Her Father
.-"Weil, let's have game.n- Syracuse
Post.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

ONE trouble with the world is that every
man wants to measure his neighbours clotf
with his own yardstick. RAMS Horn.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01
Halls Catarrh Cure
Cure. Price &c.

APPLIcANr-"Do you need cookl" Mis-
tress-"Yes. II I did not wouldn't keep
one. Truth
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

THERE is big, fat girl clerk in a confec-
tionery store on Ridge avenue. what do
you weighs'' fresh customer asked her.
s'Candy,n she sweetly replied. Philadelphia
Record
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

"ON what does Skif1ns base his suit for
Ibels' Ion casual reference to him as the
ideal juror in capital case -Washingto
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

He who wishes to live for art must not
live by art.-Fiegende Blaetter.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

In the Market New Clerk-sWhat shall
l wrap these chicken wings inf" Boss
ssFly paper, of course. ~ Detroit Free Press.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

THAT government is best which governs
the least.n When little Johnny read this, he
said: sI'll have to show that to dad. "-Bos-
ton Transcript.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

HEARTS are like apples; they fall when
comer.-Kate Fields Washington.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

SHE-sWhat can q woman do for amuse-
ment when she has no moneys" He-"Go
shopping n-Brooklyn Life.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

Ar 2:30 a. MFRS. Green-sA woman
has to marry a man TO find him OUT Mr..
Citizen she finds him out a good deal,
doesn't she2''-Detroit Free Press.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

IyouIRER-ssDoes fish diet strengthen the
braina'' perhaps not; but going fishing
seems to invigorate the imagination. IN.
Y. Weekly.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

THERE are a good many people who wait
to 10 good, but they are going to wait until
tomorrow to begin.-Ram's Horn.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

BLAcKsToN-sI don't see why you wear
your hair so short" Graymare-"No-you
don't know my wife. IN. Y. Herald.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

How Mr. THROAT HURTS why don't you
use Hales Honey of Horehound and Tart
Pixies Toothache Drops Cure In one minute.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

ssHow DID Oldenrich start in life, any
way I" sHe was born. Brooklyn Life.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

Rev. John Reid, Jr., Of
Great Falls, Non, recon-
meaded Ely's Cream Balm
to me. lean emphasize his
statement, ts u posttirs
cure for eatdrvh u used as
directed. ~ Rer. Fraacts
W. Poole, Pastor Central
Prs. Church, Helena, Mon.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

Opens and ceanses the Nasal Passaees AIlhy y
and Inflammation. Heals tho Sores. rrotec,1 III
Mcmbro No from colds Restores the Senses of Taste
and Smell. The Balm isquickiy absorbed give
relief ut once.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

particle is applied into each nostrl and isssrsS
Able Price so cents at Druggists or By mali
ELY BROTHERS, Sc Warren Street. New YORK.
The Banner-Democrat. [volume] (Lake Providence, East Carroll Parish, La.) 1892-current, 1894-12-01

az For Roofs, Sides and Walls.
for Houses, Barns, HenhousaS,
0reenhcU ses, llotbeds. Haystackss
Wagon Covers, etc.
They cost very much less than
Shingles and wear for years.
They are absolutely Wster.Procf,
vermin-Proof.
Nails and TIN Caps with each
roll Of Red Rops Roofing.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
BANKS HAVE A RUN.
A Serious Financial Crisis In New
fOundland.

st. Johns, n F., Dec. 12.-The Com
mercial Bank of Newfoundland, hay
ing its headquarters in this city, sus-
pended payment this morning, owing
to the failure Of several Of the largest
fish exporting houses to respond to
their liabilities to the bank. This has
involved other banks and has Grip
pied some Of the largest concerns
here Four OF them have closed their
premises and others will close to-
morrow.
The small depositors are demanding
gold from the Union and Savings
banks. and the gold reserve is being
steadily drained. Ii they are able to
meet the run everything is safe. But
the chief danger is the difficulty of
getting more gold into the country.
At present the people are very peace
full and seem unable to appreciate the
gravity of the situatio Business men
OF all classes arc trying to effect an
arrangement with London bankers or
with Canadian concerns, which will
be urged to extend business to this
center.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14

Latest Quotations From Grain ana
Live Stock Centers.


Chicago. Dec. 1o.-Whcat Decem-
ber, 81 1-2c; May. 50 1-4c. Corn-De-
cember, 46 3-4c; January, 81 Lie: May.
As T-Sc. Oats-December. % 1-Sc; Jan
uary, a93-4e; May, 81 5-Sc. Pork
December and January. SLIT L.;
May, Sl2l IL IL. Lard--January. $3.50:
May, S1.o2 II. Ribs-December and
January. so.s2 IL; May. S6o5a6o7 II.
Minneapolis. Dec. 12.-Wheat- - De
ccmber closed at ST 1-2c. May opened
at - lie; highest, 50 3-Sc; lowest,
80 2-sc; closing, 50 lie: July opened at
50 3-Sc: highest; highest, 80 3-Sc; low
est, 10 lie; closing 90 lac. On track
No. l hard. Is l &c; No. / Northern,
80 l-2c: No , Northern. - 1-2c.
Milwaukee. Dee. l2-Flour quiet ani
steady. Wheat weak: No. , spring.
5Sc; No. Northern. 63 1-Sc; May, soc.
Corn firm and wanted; No. ). A. Lee.
Oats steady; No white, - / 4c: No.
3 white, 32c. Barley higher; No. ,.
81 1-4c sample. 50 l-2a,3 lie Rye
nominal No. /, SOC
Chicago, Dee. 12-Hogs-Sales range
at S3.S5a435 for light, S4.loa4.25 for
rough packing, S4 1oa4.5o for mixed.
A.3oa475 for heavy packing and
shipping lots and S225a4 for pigs
Cattle-Market dull and weak; prices
about 10c lower.
st. Paul. Dec 12.-Hogs steady with
yesterdays closing prices. The few
punches offered sold early to packers.
Cattle-Prime steers. S3.23a3.15, good
steers, S2.775a3.22:; prime COWS, S2.ioa
$40.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Chinese Treaty Ratified.

Washington, Dec. 9.-The long de
layed Chinese treaty he's at last ar
rived in Washington 1t was delayed
because the Chinese government, wish
ing to adopt every precaution. had
dispatches the document to the United
States by way Of Europe instead Of
by the shorter Pacific route. Late
yesterday afternoon Secretary Gresh-
am and Mr.. Yang Yu, the Chinese
minister, exchanged the final ratifica-
tions and nothing now remains to be
done but to promulgate the treaty,
and 1t Is expected that the proclama
ton will follow in day or two.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
LAND FOR SETTLERS.
The Grant OF the Milwaukee In the
sioux Reservation Forfeited.

Washington, Dec. 1.-THE president
has issued procla nation fol aeitins
to the United States certain lands in
the Sioux reservation In South Dlacta
alleged 70 have been earned by the
Chicago. Milwaukee & st. Paul Rail
way company under IN agreement be-
tween the company and the Sioux
lrdiars, ratified by an act Of March
:. 1sSs. The lands involved are three
lots in section l., township 1oi, range
al west, covering 1S4 acres, and $40
acres in tanges II and - west, in the
same township in South Dakota. the
plan Of which was approved January
4, lSSo, by the secretary Of the in-
terror These lands wore to inure to
TO company upon condition that it
shall within three years after the act
takes effect, construct and put In op-
GRAFTON due location of road as pro
yidnd for III the agreement and de
termination of which was made with
in nine months after the act took eff
feet. In case of failure to construct
the road 1t was provided that the land
granted for the right of way, station
grounds or other road purposes shall
be declared by proclamation of the
president forfeited, and shall revert
to the United States and be subject to
entry under the provisions of the act
The proclamation declares a forfeiture
OF these lands to the government, and
that they shall be subject to entry
under the homestead laws whenever
the secretary of the interior gives due
notice 70 the local land officers of the
declaration of forfeiture Secretary
Smith has directed the commissioner
OF the general land office TO take
proper steps to carry the proclamation
into effect
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
LIBELED GOV. SHELDON.
This Is n Charge Upon Which n Pop
Mist Editor Is Arrested

Aberdeen, S. D., Dee. lo.-W. +.
Kidd, editor of the Aberdeen Star, the
Fopulist newspaper of this city, partly
owned by United States Senator Kyle,
was today arrested on an indictment
found by the grand jury, now In ses-
sion, charging him with criminallv Ii.
beling Gov. sheldon. Kidd asked until
TO morrow to plead. and was released
on furnishing bail of S4o0 The arti-
Gle containing the alleged libel was
published III the Star Sept 6. and was
at the time severely criticised by Gov.
Sheldon's many friends in this city
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14

Spokane, Wash. Dec. T.. = Mrs.
Julia Whiteman was recently granted
a full and absolute divorce from eN-
Senator Alonzo j Whiteman. formerly
Of Duluth. She was given the right
to resume her maiden name Of Net
Teton. The application for divorce
was based on the grounds of drunken
ness and cruel treatment. Mrs. White
man, previous to her marriage, was q
resident OF st. Paul. but with her
parents Is now living in Tacoma
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
HANGING TO A TREE.
Unknown Man Found Lynched or
SuicideL mt Hudson.

Hudson, Wis, Dec. 1.-THE ha!y OF
q man was found hanging by rope
from the limb of tree just beyond
the outskirts Of the city yesterday. He
was seen on the streets three days be-
fore and had been hanging about
twenty-fOur hours whey discovered.
No letters OF identity were on his per-
son. In his pockets were found a
ticket of the Honduras National Lot
terry company, 94,96S, for the tl'awing
OF July 10, 1894, besides a bark snuff
box, figured handkerchief and black
handled knife. He was about thirty
five years OF age. with sandy mus
tache, black hair, red birth mark
on the right side OF the face, and was
apparently German laborer.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
One More Death.

st. Faul, .te~l Another death
occurred 1t the city hospital this
morning rs the result Of the coal gas
asphiNiation 1T - Ann street The
old gentleman, Joseph Egan, aged
sixty years, passed away at an carry
hour Mr.. Egan never recovered con
sciousness. but the physicians all
along expressed more hope Of his re-
coyery than they did of Mrs. Egan,
who Is now in IA fair way To recover.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
GAY BEHIND THE BARS.
Capture of Il Notorious Outlaw and
Murderer.

The Needles, Cal, Dee. 11-Bill Gay,
alias George Leroy. the notorious out
law, and the man wanted by the
Meagher county. Mont, authorities
for the murder Of William RAIDER and
James Mackey i'll May. 1898, has been
safely landed in jail by Sheriff Ros-
borough at Mojaye county, Ariz. A
reward Of $3.50 is offered by the Mon
tana authorities for his capture. 1t Is
thought Gross, his partner, viii also
be captured.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Train Robber. Got SO. 600.

Fort Worth, Tex, Dec 9-The best
information obtainable warrants the
placing Of the amount Of booty secured
by the robbers at $4,000. The Of
ficeas engaged in the pursuit are con
fident the desperadoes are membe.s
of the Cook gang and they are making
for the Indian Territory. A detach-
ment Of state rangers has started for
Quanta to cut off retreat In the diIec-
ton mentioned.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
NEWS BOILED DOWN.

Items Of General IrtereSt Placed In
Few Lines.
Two Harbors and Aitken want city
charters, the former badly.
There is no leprosy In West Concord,
MIMI, as was reported recently.
George Lender. painter living near
Hills. Mimi, suicided by hanging.
Ground has been broken at Lake
Geneva. Wis, for the erection o. the
Yerkes telescope.
Gen. Jesus H. Preciado, governor OF
the State of Morelos, prominent pol
itician and military man. Is dead.
William Preschole, who assaulted
Chris Enos at La Crosse some months
ago, was fined 500 on pleading guilty,
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
WALSH WILL SWEAR.
He Proposes to Make a Raid on
Judge Wills Seat.

St Paul, Dec. 11.-R- A. Walsh
proposes to take the oath Of office. and
claim judge Willis seat on the Ram
soy county district bench. It Is
claimed that the Child opinion on the
matter will not hold water In court.
Mr.. Walsh says:
II do not think the attorney general
really believes the case he cites Is
good law"
It Is rumored that Gov. Nelson will
appoint a successor to Judge Willis at
the expiration Of the present term.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Keep the Flag Clean.

Washington, Dec. Il. 80 Representa-
tive Linton introduced a hill in the
house today prohibiting the printing
of any words or devices upon the
American flag by individuals
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Christie Must Hang,

Helena, Mont. Dec. II. The su-
preme court today denied new trial
TO Calvin Christie. alias Charles j.
Black, formerly Of St Paul. convicted
Of the murder of Mrs. Lena Cunning
ham. near kalispell. He will be
hanged Dec. Il.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Commodore Trununt Dead.

Denver, Dec. 1o.-Commodore w. b.
Truffuat died to-day of pneumonia.
He took prominent part in the re-
duction Of Fort Fisher and the cap
ture of Wilmington, and was severely
WOurded.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Stole u EledElfnE.

Red Wing, Mimi, Dec. Il. - Hans
Isaacson has been arrested charged
with kidnapping a child from Mrs. Ed
Anderson. Mrs. A. +. Melin, an old
settler in Burnside, is dead.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
A Prominent Io~van Dead.

Vinton. Iowa. Dec. I'D. II. Hite,
father of Capt. J. A. Hite, superiil-
tendent Of the United States railway
mail service. lied today. aged seven
ty-five wears. lie was member OF
the city council and 4 leading citizen.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
n. II. Banker Dies.

Jamestown, y. D., Dec. 12.--George
L. Webster. for several years cashier
Of the james River National bank OF
this city. died Sunday night after
short illness from typhoid fever lie
was one of the best known and most
popular young business men in the
state His funeral will take place at
Charlottesville, Ind
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14

Omaha. Dec. 12.-The building OF
the Consolidated Coffee company was
gutted last evening, entailing loss
of about 100000.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
who Ha. Missed Mall Matterr

Sparta, Wis, Dec. II. - An empty
mail pouch was found In the woods
here to-day near a campfire that had
Just been deserted. Scraps Of charred
letters were found near by. Th.
pouch contained tag showing it had
contained mail for points between
Winona and this place.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Gnmaznta Sill Lives.

Yokohama. Dec l.. A report that
had gained currency to the effect that
Field Marshal Yamagata. commander
of the First tpanese army, was dead.
is officially declared to be untrue.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Died From a Kick.

Montgomery. Mimi, Dec. 12,-Frank
Tu Il f,rmer near this place, who
was kic i in the jaw a short time
ago by horse, is dead.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
THE WAR Is ON.
Mexican and GaatemnIa7 rroops
ghfinS.

ghfinS.
Oxaca. Mex. Dee. 12.-Reports have
been received here of number OF
-skirmishes between the Guatemalaa
ami Mexican coops on the border of
the two countries. and the people of
that part of Mexico are aroused to the
highest pitch Of excitement. The
Meyieans are anxious for war to be
Gin rs they are confident of an easy
yicf " over the Guatemalan forces.
The volunteer troops in this state are
being drilled daily and are ready to
march to the frontier the moment
called upon
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Hack Succeeds Dickson.

Washington, Dec. l.. Representa-
tive John G. Black Of Illinois, former
ly commissioner Of pensions. has been
nominated to the United States dis
trict attorneyship at Chicago, vice
Sherwood Dickson. recently deceased.
The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-12-14
Riach the Mnil.

Sparta, Wis. Dec IL Two boys
found an empty mail pouch in the
woods about one mile northeast of the
Milwaukee depot.