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Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
The Gun and the Lip.

It is an old and true saying among
crop observers that no good crop ever
quite fulflls the expectations that were
formed in regard to it, and no bad crop
is ever quite as bad is threatened to
be. Indeed, this is true of other things
besides crops. Our hopes are rarely if
ever realized to the full, and our fears
are, as a rule, happily disappointed,
and when justified it is only in part.
The truth generally lies somewhere
about ''the middle of the road" No
class of men should learn this more
thoroughly than crop reporters and
those who summarize crop reports, for
there is hardly ever season when the
earlier estimates do not have to be re-
vised very materially either one way
or the other. The August crop report,
Just received from the Tennessee crop
bureau, illustrates this in very
marked degree. Upon staple reported
upon shows a decided decline from
earlier conditions. OF corn, it is said:
''The bright prospect Of month ago
for another large yield Of corn have
proven a disappointment" Cotton ''has
suffered more than any other crop,
showing decline of thirty points with
in the last month" Tobacco and sor-
ghum both show declines within the
month, and also as compared with last
season. Millet 'has suffered sharply:"
peanuts decline nearly twenty points
in the thirty days; broom corn and
stock peas also show loss. And so it
goes. Things never turn out quite as
well as they promise, but, by way Of
compensation, when misfortune threat
ems, the results are never as bad as
the threat.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
"rALKrNa SHOP" AT HOME.
Drop Business ~ Far a. Possible
With Business Hours.

Drop Business ~ Far a. Possible
With Business Hours.
"There are times when it seems that
u mans house is the best, and at times
it is the only place for a business con-
sultatton Of Importance, and no wife
will resent such occasions" writes Ed:
ward w. Box, in an editorial protest
against talking shop at Home" in
the Ladies' Home Journal. "Those
times, are, however, rare, as every
man knows, and they should be kept
so. Business, at It's best, interests a
woman simply because it interests her
husband and because his interests are
hers. She has no inherent love for 1t.
She cannot have. It is not her sphere.
And, therefore, to impose business talk
upon her every evening, is nothing
short Of an imposition and an Unjust
ice. Men ought to be wise enough to
see this. And they ought to be sensible
enough to understand that, for their
own interests, it is best for them to
drop business matters, SO far as posi-
BILE, with business hours. A mans
mind needs diversion; it requires exer-
else in entirely different channels from
those in which it has been running dur
ing the day. For this reason, the prov
erb is so full of common sense that
every man should have a personal
hobby as far removed from the nature
Of his business as possible. A sensible
hobby has saved many business man
from early collapse. The mind needs
rest, and a mans home is the one place
in all the world where such rest should
he given it. And American wives
should more rigidly insist that this
mental rest be taken by their hus-
bands. It's not an easy matter, in
some cases, for the woman of the
home to take such q stand and persist
in it. But she can do it if she will. A
| woman can do almost anything with
the man who loves her If she only goes
about it in the right way. The trouble
is that many women choose the wrong
way. The practice of talking shop
should cease in our American homes.
Our wives are right In the interest
which they take in their husbands
business affairs. Their influence is fire.
quently seen and felt in the business
world And it is an influence which
every right-minded man respects,
knowing, as he does, that a woman
always acts for the best interests of
the man she loves. In her interest and
sympathy she is right. Nothing works
so much good in q mans capacity and
enjoyment of business as his W1fe's
faith, interest and cooperation in that
business. So long as she permits her
interest and sympathy to act only as a
means of encouragement she Is wise. 7"
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
AZ Oasey's wake.

Mrs. Casey-Shure he wux q good
mon. He niver wunst raised his hand
to me durin' his loifetime- bekase he
waz afraid, bad luck to him.
O'Brien-Moi, but he looks well.
Thot's the furst tonne OF liver saw him
wild clane shurt an a clane shave
togither In me loife.
Clancy-Oi'm sorry for yer trouble,
Mrs. Casey. Jawn wuZ wan god mon.
Did he tell yez about the tin dollars
he owed me before he doied Pup to
Date.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
STATE OF OHIO. CITY OF TOLEDO.

6TATN OF VEfIU, CITY OF TULEUO,
LUCAS COUNTY, ss.
Frank J. Cheney makes oath that he 10
the senior partner Of the firm Of F. ].
Cheney & Co., doing business In the City Of
Toledo, County and State aforesaid, and
that said firm will pay the sum Of ONE
HUNDRED DOLLARS for each and every
case Of catarrh that cannot be cured BY
the use Of Halls Catarrh Cure.
FRANK ]. CHENEY.
Sworn to before me and subscribed In
my presence this 9Th day OF December, A.
D. 1886.
(Seal) A. w. GLEASON,
Notary Public.
Halls Catarrh Cure Is taken Internally
and acts directly on the blood and mucous
surfaces of the system. Send for testi-
monials, free.
Sold by Druggists. 75c.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
A Good Reason.

"You will, pardon the question,
know, If you consider it obtrusive,"
said the enterprising newspaper re-
porter, as he talked through the prison
bars to the captive train robber, "but
why do you gentlemen always go
through q train before breakfast?"
Well, don't mind telling you," re-
piled the bandit, Seeing that 1 am
likely to be out of the business for a
year or two. We do that to get ahead
Of the dining car pirates. "-Pittsburg
Chronicle-Telegraph.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Owed Her one.

The young woman was dying and the
attendant leaned over the bed.
"Have you any friend to whom you
wish to send any messenger she asked.
The patient nodded.
eyes, have dear friend, who"
She paused and shook her head.
''What' shall write to herr? asked
the attendant.
The patient shook her head again.
Nothing" she answered. II had
forgotten for the moment that she
owes me letter" Post.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

H1D;,,e
Deception.

"Well, you've been married for six
months how do you like it?'
Excellent, my boy, excellent. I
wouldn't be single man again for the
world.
Then the Benedict bent over and
whispered to his friend
my wife Is listening at the door,"
So they lit their cigars, sat and
smoked, and looked sadly at each
pther.
But at tea the bachelor wondered
bow any man could be unhappy with
such gracious and lovely WIFE,
Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
From HI. Viewpoint.

The bloomer girl was rather proud
of herself and the progress made by
her sex.
sWomen are becoming very success
full, don't you think?" she asked.
s'In what way?" he returned, bitter
". "They can't be men, and they
won't be women, and there you arr"
Chicago Post.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
A Dainty Bonbonnier.

sists of box with a high arched top,
covered with fulled silk of pale vel
low.
The top is drawn plainly across and
has the legend, "Sweets," traced in
deeper shade of yellow floss. A tall
handle of bamboo is twisted with mar
row yellow ribbon, while big bow OF
wider ribbon is attached to one side OF
the box. A graceful trail Of yellow
silk roses and foliage is arranged over
the handle, and caught in place by
similar bow of the ribbon.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
A Criterion Of. Age.

Birmingham-Your daughter is to
marry young man named Hill, be-
lieve?
Manchester-Yes, he belongs to one
Of the very oldest families in the coun-
try.
came from particularly old family.
Manchester-Oh, yes; YOU often hear
people use the expression, GAS old as
the Hills "-Pittsburg Chronicle-Tele-
graph.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
That Joyful Fee1ing.

With the exhilarlting serse of renewed
health and strength and internal clean
Illness, which follows the use of Syrup
of Figs, is unknown to the few who
have not progressed beyond the old
time medicines and the cheap substi-
tutes sometimes offered but never ac-
copied by the well-informed.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Hogarth Highton-Me sister is ter
be presented at court mex season.
Cecil May Tutuff- Taht's nawthin';
me drudder wuz before de court yis-
terday, an his case wuz continered till
next week. Then he'll he there again.
up to Date.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
No Time Should De Lost

By those troubled with constipation in
Bitters. The disease is easily relieved in
dts earlier stage, and as it is utterly SUBJ
versive Of the general health, postpone
ment of the remedy is unwise. The same
holds good in delay in cases of fever and
ague, kidney complaints, nervousness, de-
bility and rheumatism, ailments to which
the Bitters Is particularly adapted.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Matrimonial. Amenities.

GLOW dare you be SO rude to me?"
demanded the angered wife. Before
our marriage has been pronounced val
i'd by court of last resort? Suppose
it should prove that we were not mar
ried?"
Even in his bitterness the husband
could see that he had been hasty.-De-
trOit Tribune.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
EEOtism.

'Cockrobin is on pretty good terms
with himself, isn't hep
Il should say SO. He has such an
idea Of his own importance that he al
ways pays two fares when he rides on
q street car."-Buffalo Courier.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
IN P.rse ana Strensth

Rural Host-Well, eood-by. Good-by;
shall expect to see all you folks back
again neXt suwmer.
Slown Lott darssay, 40 wen have
q chance to recupernte during the win.
ter,-Detrolt Free Press.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Delmar, Nd, had mad dog scare last
week, and thirty-eight dogs were killed by
the town authorities.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
A Pertinent auerx

what a silly fellow that young Mr..
smilax is getting to be! See, he has
his trousers turned up at the bottom"
"And where would you expect him
to have them turned up, my love?"-
Washington Times.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
PuZx1ed.

paw" said the little boy, "did you
know that the housefly lays more'n
million eggs?'
Maybe she does, Willy" answered
his baldheaded parent, 'but I'll be
eternally dinged if can tell where she
takes the time."-Cincinnati Enquirer.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Art for Arts Sake.

"IulIty.
Upon the word the counterfeiter's
head fell upon his breast and hot tears
coursed rapidly adown his face.
'sThat," he walled, sis what 1 get for
trying to be an artist rather than a
mere copyist." detroit Tribune.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Only three native potentates Of British
India are entitled to salute of twenty-one
guns namely, the Maharajah Of Baroda
(Gaikwar), the Nizam of Hyderabad and
the Mahara!ah Of Mysore.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Eh ?'' said the new boarder.
Liberal Applause

"Did you notice what lot of APP
plause I got?" asked the young orator,
proudly.
81 did," answered the old stager.
"And did you notice that the applause
only came in when you quoted Lincoln
or Jefferson, or some Of the rest of
them ?''-Indianapolis Journal.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

An old ruin has been uncovered on the
Moqui reservation in Arizona, and nearly
200 pieces of perfect pottery found.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

The number Of inhabited houses in Lon
don is estimated at about $4,000.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

"Ben" Reed, Chicago policeman, re-
Gently purchased an interest in Cripple
Greek mine, and now he is said to be a
millionaire
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Mrs. Winslovv's Soothing Syrup
For children teething softens thegums reduces infam
nation allays PAIN wind collie Is cents bottle.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Piso's Cure for Consumption has saved
me large doctor bills.-C. l.. Baker, 1928
Regent So, Philadelphia Pa, Dec. 8, '95.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

watch for Hoff's German Liniment
wagon, and get a sample bottle of this
wonderful liniment free. Ask for it."
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

The last London home Of Sydney Smith
Is about to be demolished.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Hegeman's Camphor Ice with Glycerine.
The original and only genuine Cures Chapped Hands
and Face, Cold Sores &c. c. G. Clark Co.. N Haven. Ct
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

The guns of the new British battleship
Victorious are capable of discharging 10000
pounds of metal in four minutes.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Cascarets stimulate liver, kidneys and
bowles. Never sicken, weaken or grippe.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Fetching Tor street wear.
arms. One handsomely made tailor
gown for general street wear will do
an immense amount of service and
prove to be worth it's weight in gold.
The Secret of Successful Entertain-
ing.
81 do all I know how to do when
see that my table is properly appoint
ed and my menu correct" heard a
woman say this morning. But there
was no one among iaer listeners who
could tell her how dull her dinners and
her evenings were. No one is happy
with a hostess who conveys an inl-
preston of having done her duty, even
all her duty, to the fullest. One likes
it no more in hospitality than one does
In love. A sense of having done a
duty dams many spring ut its source,
and nothing refreshing to soul or body
can ever flow out afterward.
The woman who apologies for the
little she has must always be a failure
when she cntertains. Yet her non-suc.
cess Ii no greater than that OF her sis.
ter who Ii SO overwhelmed by her
grandeur as never to be able to equal
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets.
All Druggists refund the money If it fails
to cure. Csc.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

When bilious or costive, eat Cascaret
candy cathartic, cure guaranteed 1Oc,
Csc
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Each minute space of London's great
clock, Big Ben, is foot, and the figures on
the clock face are two feet long.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

Just try 10c box of Cascarets, the finest
liver and bowel regulator ever made.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

The brogue in Belfast is but a weak In
dication Of what Dublin can produce.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

First tist-Congratulate me, old
man. I've just sold my masterpiece to
Banker Parvenu for 5000 marks.
Second Artist-Glad to hear 1.-THE
miserable skinfint deserves to be
stuck.-Fliegende Blaetter
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
A Fall street Costume.

A woman must study dress more or
less if she wishes to become artistic in
that line, and what woman doesn't who
cares an atom about her appearance. AS
long as one must be clothed, why not
do it in the most pleasing way posi-
BILE, instead of making guy Of your
self, as so many women do?
1t does not require an immense in
come to dress prettily, If one employs
a certain degree of wise judgment. A
very few really good gowns, with lot
Of telling accessories, and one will
pass for elightfully -gowned wcman.
A handsome black skirt Is always
useful, and can be made to do service
for different occasions.
For instance, black crepon, in one
of the new plaided effects, we'll cut,
and lined with rustling black taffeta,
will make fetching skirt for the
street costume, worn with light cloth
jacket, while for dressy afternoon wear
it may be combined with Louis XIV.
coat of the lovely new printed velvet,
made gorgeous with lace and big, jew
eled buttons.
In the house it will pass muster with
a dainty blouse Of some pale tint. 1t
may be made to do still one more SER
vice, and that for evening wear, worn
with a dainty decollete blouse. made
up Of alternate rows of black taffeta
ribbon and black gauze embroidery,
trimmed with frills Of black gauze at
the edge and over the tops Of the bare
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
A Rapid Rise.

Tourist--Did you ever hear Of a man
named Mosey! l think he came out
to this place several years ago..
Alkali lke-Oh, yes, l knowed MIN
we'll. He got up il the world quite
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

TouristGIndeed! How was that?
Alkali Ike-Stole a boss after he'd
been here about a week, and he was
lynched.-Cleveland Leader.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
For the Reception Room.
For the reception room any sort Of
an odd, stir chair is the correct thing.
One does not expect to lounge in the

reception room, and from it all rockers
are prohibited. The favorite style Of
reception chair, as shown in the illus
tration, is made of highly polished
rosewood, set off with delicate trac-
ings of gilt.
The seat may be of the polished
wood, or covered smoothly with any
of the rich furniture coverings. A
deep tone of emerald green brocatelle
is the favorite material and color for
this purpose, and small brass-headed
nails are used as decoration. A
handsome reception chair has a frame
Of highly polished black thorn inlaid
with mother-of-pearl, IN a floral de-
sign.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

DR.. J. H. RINDLAUB, Specialist,
Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat,
Fargo, N. Oak.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Our New Literature.

"Have you seen Strains latest nov
yes, l read it last night; charm
''Exciting?'
Rather"
whats the plot?"
purple and crimson, mostly."-Chi-
cago Journal.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Wear and Tear.

Wear and Tear.
'The essential difference between
the man and the woman" said the
Cheerful Idiot, ''is one Of wear and
tear"
"Eh?" said the new boarder.
Eyes; man spends his money foolish
~ on tear and woman on YEAR.
Indianapolis Journal.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
For the Dressing Table.

A dainty .bonbonniere which may
well occupy a corner on the dressing
table, or in ones private "den," con-
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
He Lacked Dxperience.
A bold PoIicssna

II wonder" said the policeman who
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15
Eell From somethinR.


Mrs. Walthers-Did Ethel get en-
gagged mt the beach this season?
Mrs. williams Yes; Ave times, b.
licyc.-Somerville Journal,
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1896-10-15

b. h1..Eg 81 .
knows more about tho local regulators
than about Biblical history, 's'why Il
wes that Joshua mgdo he sun stop" 4
And the member Of the bicycle squad
expanded his chest and looked learned
and answered:
That's easy; he probably arrested II
tor scorching. "Washington Star.
Tho Deceitful Boy.
ISL" faltered the Office boy, II
would like to be excused to go to the
ball game"
The member of the firm grew pale
with rage. MA.
"No!' he Numbered. 'sYou can't fool
me. You'd pretend you'd go to the ball
game and then not do a thing but steal
away and read poetry to your grand
mother. Tribune.
The herald., 1896-08-12
OUT F0R BRYAN
An Oh San Bsrnaraino County Repubi lean
Lines In

Joseph Brown of San Bernardino was
in the city yesterday. Mr.. Brown was
for many years the foremost Repub-
lican leader of san Bernardno county,
but this year he is bold and outspoken
in his support of Bryan and free silver.
said Mr.. Brown yesterday afternoons:
Bryan will carry San Bernardino
county by an overwhelming majority
The number of Republicans in our city
and county who are supporting the sill
Yer issue is really surprising | have
been Il Republican for great many
years myself, but the st. Louis pla tfor,n
was too much for me. ] cannot vote for
Major Mckinley and a gold standard,
ana hundreds of my old political asso-
ci6tes in san Bernardino county are
with me-"
Upon the lapel of his coat Mr.
Brown wears a neat white button bear
ing likeness of the next president Of
the United States, William Jennings
Bryan. Mr.. Brown is willing all the
world should know OF his patriotic de-
termination to support Bryan.
The herald., 1896-08-12
IN THE POLICE COURTS
Small natters Heard Before the Police Just.
ices Yesterday

In the police court yesterday after
noon the preliminary examination of
| Antonio Ramos was held on the charge
| of having assaulted Frank Aloi, an ltal-
| ian, with deadly weapon, cutting him
badly with knife one evening in the
latter part of July. He was held to ans
wer to the superior court for trial, bonds
| being fixed in the sum of $1,000.
| No complaint was filed against Mag
! gle Smith, a cyprian, who had been ac-
Cused by q Chinaman of grand larceny.
Monday night Maggie lured the Celes-
! tial into her crib on Alameda street, and
| when he departed the heather found
! that he had been touched for all he had.
Maggie was arrested yesterday morn
! ing in a beastly state of intoXication.
but, there being no evidence to subst3n-
tiate the charge OF grand larceny
against her, the complaint was dismiss
| ed and the defendant discharged
Billy Mcintyre WAS arraigned on a
petty larceny charge for having stolen
| newspapers from stand on Fourth
street. Trial was set for today and
Billy sent below to await hearing
| G. w. Griemer was arraigned for car
rying concealed weapon; trial being
fixed for Monday next at 2 pm.
| ]. d. Morche was acquitted of the
| charge or Keeping vicious dog and
discharged, much to his relief Theo-
dore Cantrell and George Well were
| convicted on charges of committing
| battery upon saloon keeper named
Peters and fined $40 each, which was
paid. Tom Williamson was convicted
of selling liquor on Sunday ard will
receive sentence today.
Five Chinese lottery ticket sellelE
paid fines of $40 each, on pleas Of guilty
while c.le offender had trial Of his case
| continued until today. "a Bow and Ah
| Doe, fan tan players, had trial of their
cases continued to be reset, which yVir-
| tually shelves the matter.
NJ. Bellue, f.. Fielder and G. Dallis
three saloon keepers accused of violating
the Sunday closing ordinance, had trial
of their cases continued until August
The herald., 1896-08-12
FOUGHT ON THE STREET
A Mysterious Afflr on Narth Broadway Last
inc

Shortly after o'clock last night on the
east side of Broadway. just opposite the
court house. u big, black whiskered
gentleman from San Diego accosted a
Los Angeles resident whose appearance
was of decided blonde type. The Los
Angeles gentleman was quietly walking
down the street. But when accosted. it
was noticed that several words of de-
cidedly warm character was exchanged.
These remarks emanating from the dark
complexioned participant. rapidly took
on the character of insults. The blonde
gentleman, after avoiding all possible
innuendoes conveyed. at last decided
that the affair should be quickly adjust
ed. The result was that the gentleman
whose complexion bore the effects OF a
southern sky and was otherwise dark
ened by a black beard, suddenly found
himself upon the sidewalk.
Different exchanges of courtesies en-
sued and the reslt was that the dark
hued gentleman was assisted to his hotel
by two of his friends, who placed them
selves in the position of crutches.
The encounter, which was most de-
cidedly private affair, was kept very
quiet by all concerned. The names OF
the principals could not be learned, but
it is understood that the end is not yet
and that certain developments may be
looked for In short time.