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The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1894-10-29
Honesty I'm War.

The French marshal, Turenne, was q
great general, and his character bears
examination for nobility. He was a
great man. Many incidents which are
| related Of him show his modesty, gener-
osity and honesty as we'll as his courage
and military ability. A little story of
one of his German campaigns illustrates
his rare scrupulousness even in time of
| war.
The authorities of Frankfort believed,
from the movements Of his army, that
he intended passing through their terri
tory. They sent a deputation to him
which offered him large sum of money
if he would alter the direction of his
march and leave Frankfort unmolested
They We're surprised in more ways
than one by his answer. Gentlemen,
he said, amy conscience will not per-
NIT me to accept your money, for Ihave
never intended to lead my army through
your town. - Youths Companion.
One Way OF Saving Certs.
heard good story that brings out
Russell Sage's laying up for rainy day
hobby. 1t seems that Russell seldom if
ever misses the directors dinner, spread
every day in the Western Union build
ing, after which he is not averse to an
inexpensive cigar, and just here it is
not amiss TO suggest that Russell should
smoke tobies, which would furnish his
tobacco solace for the small sum of three
for five, which il just in his line.
While at the cigar stand, fishing around
his not at all fashionable costume for
the requisite coin. an acquaintance ar
rived and planked down Is cents for an
imported weed. Tho cunning old manip-
ulator of the destinies of Wall street
lambs saw an opportunity here to make
. turn in the cigar line. Producing .
dime, he,laid it beside the acquaint-
ance's 10 cents and then suggested to-
said acquaintance to order two for a
quarter. Al the brand the gentleman
wanted retailed for 10 cents straight or
two for quarter the foxy Russell se-
cured o Is center for 10 cents. This is
o lesson in economy, SO there's no use
saying anything about the other phase
OF the deal Pittsburp Dispatch.
The Madison daily leader. [volume] (Madison, S.D.) 1890-current, 1894-10-29

The Medical News says that even
sewage water can be converted into
pure drinking water BY sand liberation
In alter basins at the rate Of q. OOo. 900
gallons per acre per day.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Death of u. Desiardins

Damas Desjardins, well known busl.
ness man Of Alpena, died suddenly, from
heart disease, Friday morning. That
morning he arose as usual, and was at
his business place, feeling in good spirits,
but about 0 o'clock, while talking with
an acquaintance, he was suddenly strlck-
Ell and fell from his chair, and a few
minutes after death claimed him. About
three weeks previous he had fainting
spell, and fell from his buggy.
The deceased came to Alpena In 1882,
and In 1886 opened grocery, In which
business he remained up to his death.
He served the city as alderman from the
Second ward during the years 1878, and
was appointed member of the first po-
lice commission.
The funeral took place yesterday, and
the remains were escorted to the grave
by Champlain tent, X. o. T. NJ, and
Pine Forest lodge, A. o. L. W., OF which
he was q member. The procession was
about half mile long.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Spectacular Karnival.

An entertainment designated as "Spec
tacular Karnlval OF Manufactures and
Liberal Arts" was given at the Opers
House Monday evening, by the young la.
dies OF the Congregational church, under
the direction OF j. Ii. Gerls.
The program opened with laughablC
rendering OF the song John Brown" by
eight little girls, followed by SO advertis.
Ing displays OF business firms. The bust.
ness establishments were nearly all repre-.
sented by young ladies, who carried a
banner each, on which was inscribed the
name OF the firm the bearer represented.
The costumes were most admirably de-
signed to show the kind Of business fol-
lowed. The most noticeable one was that
OF the Electric Light Co. Miss Small,
who represented the company, had a mum.
Der OF incandescent electric lamps OF varl.
GUS colors, attached to her dress, and
connected by wire with tho circuit. AS
she walked across the stage every lamp
emitted brilliant light, and made scene
that called out tho hearty applause OF
the spectators. The mercantile displays
marched on the stage one at time, and
while they were making tho display six
pretty and humorous scenes and three
tableaux were shown.
The second part showed Coxey's army
In camp, during which j. &. Comfort rem
dered one Of his Dutch characters.
The last part was the Kaleidoscope
march by the ladies who made the mer-
camille displays, the conclusion of which
was exceedingly beautiful.
The entertainment was repeated last
evening.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
The North West Will Not Call at
Athena.

The following, from the Detroit News,
ought to settle all the rumors that are
afloatconcerning..the steamer North West
competing with the steamers Alpena and
Macklnac, and in regard TO her calling at
Alpena
at is absurd for any person to say that
the North West and North Land will
ever come into competition with the De-
troit and Cleyelapd llne,H said General
Agent Moreland, OF the Great Northern
line. even should our boats not make
money Of themselves, which, however, Is
neither possible nor probable, they will
never DO taken off their present route.
They form an important link In trans
continental railroad more than 5000
miles In length, and the company cannot
afford 10 change their route or time sche-
dule once IL Is established.
"And on this route our business will be
OF an entirely different character from
that done by Mr.. Carter's boats. We arc
after through business to and from Pa
ciflc and northwest points, and II we Car.
ry passengers from Detroit to the Sault,
or from Detroit to Cleveland or Buffalo,
1t Is only incidental II q man came to
me to-day and asked for accommodations
for 100 excursionists to any point on our
route, should have to refuse him, for |,
we made IL practice to take such busi-
ness our regular patronage would soon be
ruined"
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
August Races.

A visit to the race track yesterday
found almost everything In readiness for
the greatest three days racing ever held
in Alpena. The track, which is acknowl-
edged by all horsemen to DO the fastest
half mile track In Michigan, is In excel.
lent condition, and miles In 200 are
among the possibilities.
Our home horses are taking their work
splendidly, and as Ia result are In fine
form. 1t Is safe to say that some Of the
money offered will remain In this city.
The entries In all the events are large,
and well contested races are looked for.
The latter part OF this week the outside
horses will commence to arrive, and am
pie accommodations have been arranged
for all. The officers OF the Driving Club
have worked like trojans, and nothing
has been left undone which will add to
the success Of the meeting or the comfort
of the patrons.
A. A. Graves, a professional starter, OF
Port Huron, has been engaged TO send
the horses away from the wire; and also
all the minor details have bee carefully
attended to.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Spiritualism Exposed.

The tricks done by people on the stage
in the spiritual exhibitions appear most
wonderful to the observer, and many be.
lieve that supernatural agencies are en-
ployed. The spectator Ia mystified by
what takes place before him, and inclines
to the belief that the performer is in
league with and has the assistance from
spirits from the unknown world.
People mystifled as to spiritualism
will have an opportunity to see how SIM
ply the mysterious acts are done by visit
ing tho Opera House Friday evening,
when well known Alpena man will full
ly expose the spiritual feats performed
by Miss Fay, and those who believe su-
pernatural agencies are employed should
attend and learn that the whole business
Is but trick and delusion.
A charge Of IS cents will DO made for
adults, and 10 cents for children in the
gallery.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Notice to Candidates for Agricultural
College.

An examination Of candidates for ad.
mission to the Michigan Agricultural
College will be held In connection with
tho teachers examination, August Cd, at
Alpena. The subjects embraced In the
examination are arithmetic, geography,
grammar, U. 8. history, reading, writing
and spelling.
The authorities OF the college have ar.
ranged this examination as an accommo-
dalton to the candidate, In order to save
him tho expense OF trip to the college,
In case he could not pass. A fee of one
dollar will be charged those taking In
the examination.
For full particulars concerning the
college address Lewis G. 0orton, Agri-
cultural College, Mich.
JAMES A. CASE.
County Commissioner Of Schools
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Run Over and Killed.

John Barrett, aged 10 years, was run
over by tho freight train at tho d. i. G.
q Alpena depot Saturday afternoon. The
train had just arrived and the train men
we're switching cars. Several loaded cars
we're being backed on side-track. and
had passed one Of the switches only o
few feet when the end Of tho forward Car
struck Mr.. Barrett, knocked him down
across the track. He fell with his breast
on one rail and at leaet three cars ran
over his body, cutting him In two, and
severing his arms. lie lay with his face
to the ground, and death must havc been
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Detroit Markets.

The following quotations are copied
from the Detroit Free Press:
Apples, s2.2S to $500 per barrel.
Butter. l?c to zoe per pound.
Fowls. Sc TO &c per pound
Turkeys,s to &c per pound,
Eggs. l0c TO lie per dozen.
Flour per barrel. $3.50 to s4OO
Hay baled. $1,000 to sii.6o per ton.
Oats per bushel. S3c to 3sc.
Onions per bushel, 400 to sl.i5.
Pork. sis.75 to s14.5O per Dbl.
Potatoes per barrel 81 so to sieO.
Wheat. sO.4s to SO62 per bushel.
The above quotations are mostly OF a
wholesale nature. The price at retail
stores Is higher
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The diphtheria epidemic which ragged
violently In the Indian Reserve, Wilson
township, has been subdued, and all dan
ger from the disease In that locality is
over. Altogether there were 80 cases,
but not one death resulted from the dis
CASE I'm the locality
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The shipment Of lumber this season, up
TO August LIST. Is l0,s5i 900 feet less than
that shipped in the corresponding period
OF last year. OF cedar there has been an
increase this year Of $4,000 railway ties
and $4,000 cedar posts, as compared with
last season.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Among other products shipped by
steamers Alpena and Mackinao last week,
were six sacks Of gill net floats to Port
Huron, 81 sacks OF pail handles to De-
troit, Ave barrels Of cork tops, 10000
pounds OF fish to Detroit, and Eli bales
OF excelsior TO Allegheny.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

instantaneous. Coroner G. A. Shannon
was notified, and he removed the remains
to his undertaking establishment, where
an inquest was held.
A boy who saw the accident, says Mr..
Barrett was walking on the track with
his back towards the approaching cars.
The accident occurred on the property OF
the railroad company, a place where no
one but the employees ought to be allow
ed. The deceased leaves two sons, Rob.
ert and Peter.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

feet Of lumber to Fremont, o; two car
goes Of Co., 900 feet OF lumber to Toledo,
o. one cargo of $4,000 feet Of lumber
to Detroit, Mich.i one cargo OF 100000
feet OF lumber to Tonawanda, N. Y; two
cargoes Of $4,000 railway ties and $4,000
cedar posts to Chicago, H., and one car
go Of 114,000 feet OF lumber, to Mt.
Clemens, Mich.
The total shipments during the week
were 2,6S9 900 feet Of lumber, $4,000 rail-
way tics and 1900 cedar posts.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The regular Teachers Examination for
the county Of Alpena will DO held at tho
Court House, In the city OF Alpena, on
Thursday and Friday, August I'd and
Bird, 1894, commencing at 0 o'clock A. NJ.
OF each day. Institute fees will DO col.
locted at tho time OF enrolment
JAMES A. CASE.
County Commissioner OF Schools.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Secretary B. b. Wilcox, Of the Y. NJ.
G. A., delivered an interesting address
at the Congregational church Sunday,
about the association and the great work
II has done. Statistics were read, show
Ing how tho association had grown In
America and Europe during the past fifty
uonro
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
W. {. Rogers,
GIVES
Bargains
At all times, as follows:

At all times, as follows:
Any or all of this Sold on
Time.
One House and Lot on State
street, Sl75.00.
One House and Lot Oh First ST.,
$4,000.
Four Lots on First street, $4,000
each.
Four Lots on Second street, $780,
100 each.
Six Lots Oh Third street, $780,
90 each.
Greembaum Residence, Washing
ton avenue. 100000.
One 40 acres of land, five miles
from city, $4,000.
One 40 acres of land, II miles
from city, $4,000.
One so acres of land, Is miles
from city. $4,000.
Livery, nine horses, five top bug
gies and everything complete, will
sell one or all at bargain
w. +. Rogers,
Echo block. Real Estate Dealer.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

A branch Of the Michigan Liquor Deal
ers' Association was ORGANIZED In Alpena
Friday, with the following officers:
President-J. b. Placie.
Vice resldent-Henry Zeller.
Treasurer-William Oldenburg.
Secretary-G. Il. Montroy.
s. at A.-Thomas McCloy.
Directors-L. j. Gagnon, Kriss Knoll,
Daniel Mcleod, George McKinnon, and
Joseph Glenz.
The society commences with Is mem.
bers.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
p Williams las signed tho nov

". =. Williams has signed the now
electric street railway ordinance, which
signifies that the company has agreed to
it's provisions, and there Is probability
that the track will be laid and street cars
operated, but it Is not an assured fact.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The tug Maxwell A has been placed in
commission, add took two gangs Of gill
nets out into the lake yesterday. The
tug Wayne lsbell will DO put In commits.
sion as soon as favorable market for
fish can be had.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Col. Lyon and STAFF, OF tho Fifth rogi-
ment, and tho following companies will
be passengers on tho steamer Mackinac
for Detroit, OH the 18th Alpena, Che
boygan, Calumet, IIoughton, Marquette
and Jronwood,
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The Norwegian Ginging society will give
al Ice cream social ut their school house
this evening, the proceeds being for the
benefit Of the Norwegian church, and the
public arc cordially invited TO attend.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

DR.. Wilkinson was offered the position
OF brigade surgeon during the coming
state encampment, but declined, as he
could not devote the time required by the
Office after the encampment Is over.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The annual picnic OF the children OF the
Baptist and NJ. Z. Sunday schools oc-
ours to-day. The children and their
friends go to Thunder Bay Island, where
the picnic will take place.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Marriage Licenses

The marriage licenses issued by the
county clerk, since our last report, with
name and residence. are as follows:
i017. William Chambers. city of Alpens.
Sarah Swoffer, Croswell Mich.
los. Joseph A. Ayotte, city Of Alpepu,
Florence ChaTbonenu.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The Messrs. Tabor shipped lO5 barrels
Of hemlock bark extract to Chicago, and
IS barrels to Ashtabula, last week, by
the Grummond line, aud 80 barrels to
Chicago by rail. The barrels average
over 600 pounds each.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The city officers did good work In re-
voking the licenses Of the street fakirs
who infested the city last week, conse-
quently they did not have an opportunity
to fleece the people on Friday and satur-
day evenings
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The Altoona County Review last week
contained the following; Rev. Arthur
Potter, Of Alpena, graduate Of Colgate
university, and grandson Of Rov. Barlow,
former pastor. will occupy the Baptist
pulpit neat Sunday morning and evening.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Eleven vessels cleared from this port
last week, with cargoes Of lumber and
cedar for the following ports:
Three cargoes Of 5000 feet OF lumber
to Cleveland, o.; ono cargo Of $4,000
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01
Deaths

July ~, Damas Desjardins, aged SO
years.
July "a, NJ. l.. Oliver, aged 81 years.
July 2Sth. John Barrett, aged 10 years.
July 2sth, infant Of Jos. Glrard, aged
0 mouths,
July 80, child OF Fred Hubert, aged Q
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

At least 90 horses from outside will
take in the races Of the Alpena Driving
Club next week, and 1t Is now certain
that ten horses will contest for the prizes
In one race.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The Messrs. Tabor received 600 tons Of
coal last week, on the barge India, for
use at the hemlock bark extract factory,
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The question In regard to the legality
of the proposed county road bonds has
not yet been settled, and the prospects
are that very little II any, work will be
done this season.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The work OF claylng Eleventh street
from Chisholm street TO the entrance to
the fair grounds, IL to DO pushed forward
so that the street will DO In condition by
the time the Driving Club races are held
next week. Tho work was delayed by
the strike OF coal miners, as tho railroad
had no coal to spare for extra engines,
and could not haul the clay from Loon
Lake, In Iosco county.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Two trotters from Maryland arrived by
boat last night, to take part In the races.
Benjamin & Southerland's string, consist
ing Of six horses, will arrive on to-mor-
rows train,
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The gentlemen who were in town gath
ering fish information for the L. s. fish
commission, have gone to the upper end
Of the lake, and were accompanied by Z.
A. Tulian.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The city has completed the work of
laying the new box sewer ON Dock street.
II was formerly laid with 20 inch tile, but
tile Of that size have proved to be use-
less for sewers, as they crush In on top,
and 1t has proved an expensive expert
ment for tho city Of Alpena. The same
size tileis used on Second street, from the
river to Washington avenue, and they are
also broken and will have to be replaced,
In which case the entire pavement will
have TO be relald. No more tile or water
pipe should DO laid In the center OF the
streets. They should DO laid under the
sidewalks where the street Is paved the
entire width, and between the pavement
and sidewalk on streets where only "a
feet OF the street is paved. II would
prevent the tearing pp Of the pavement
80 often.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

There was rumor afloat last week in
regard to the d., b. G. d Alpena railroad
buying the Alpena & Northern, but the
railroad men Of this city know nothing
about Il.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Joseph LABEL, of Alpena township,
who has been at the Traverse City asylum
for some time, returned home last We'd
nesday, being apparently cured of his
affliction
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

"Take care Of the dimes, and the dol.
lars will take care OF themselves" by
depositing your little savings In the AL.
pena County Savings Bank, you are tax.
ng care OF both dimes and dollars.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

William Sanford, employed at the pa
per pulp factory, fell from ladder last
Wednesday, and had tho misfortune to
break his left arm. Just above the elbow.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

In repairing the Dock street drain the
workmen were obliged TO tear up one
side of the pavement for distance OF
one block, and they have replaced the
part removed with new pavement.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Mathew Oliver, an old pioneer, died
Friday, aged 81 years. The deceased had
been afflicted with painful and danger
GUS white swelling on the leg, and In try
ing to save his life an amputation was per-
formed Thursday, but his strength was too
far gone, and he was unable TO withstand
the shock. The funeral took place Sun
day afternoon, services being held at the
NJ. +. church. The funeral procession
was q large one.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Geo. N. Fletcher q Sons shipped $780,.
900 pounds OF paper pulp to Middletown,
O., last week, and 10000 pounds to Mon
roe Falls, q.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Rev. T. Middlemiss will address the
young mems meeting at the Y. NJ. c. A.
parlors next Sunday afternoon. A solo
will be sung by Miss Flora Mclean.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

On Friday evening this week regular
monthly convocation OF Thunder Bay
| CHAPTER II. A. NJ, will be held.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Don't be deceived. No charge Tor do.
post books at the Alpena County Savings
Bank
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

There was report In circulation about
town Friday that the steamer Northwest
was going to make calls at this port, but
there was no truth In the rumor
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The Alpena County Savings Bank offcrf
special inducements TO people who desire
to save money,
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

o. L. Partridge has very desirable
residence for sale on Chisholm street.
This place will become business site,
and will be sold so that IL will be good
investment.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

Lincoln, the fish dealer at the old
stand on River street, Is selling white
fish at SC, and trout at &c per pound for
cash
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

II you have money you do not require
the use OF at present, take II to the AL.
pena County Savings Bank and deposit
II, so II will DO earning something for
Won
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The heat Of August drives thousands
OF health and pleasure seekers to the sea.
shore or to other cool locations. At the
present moment many faces are turned
towards the ocean, and there is packing
OF trunks TO cross to other lands. Ward
robes for the altered condition OF the sea-
son become necessity, and old and
young must have NEW things.n "Toi.
lettes" for the month is Just what our
lady friends need to guido them In their
choice Of new materials or new STYLES.
II is an admirable number, the bathing
suits forming It's supplement being espe.
cially novel and beautiful. II can be OBJ.
tained from all newsdealers, or direct
from Toilettes Publishing Co., 128 West
23rd st., New York. Single copies 90
cents. Yearly subscriptions $3.50.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

The various steamers that call al this
port OH their way to Mackinac are not
oyerburdened with passengers.
Alpena argus. [volume] (Alpena, Mich.) 1893-1909, 1894-08-01

II is quite probable thai there will be
a large attendance OF Black River people
at the races In this city next week.