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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Ahiuring an Abdicntion.

Mrs. Dominis. formerly Queen Liluo-
kalani. speaking through Grand Chamber
lain Palmer. abjures her dedication and
unswears her oath of allegiance. Mr.. Pal
mer introduces the letter of abjuration,
printed elsewhere in The Star. by creditng
The Star with making zone most truthful
admission namely that the presence of Her
Majesty Liliuokaiani of Hawaii i'll this city
has excited great interest and universal
sympathy from all classes 1t cannot be
truthfuliy said that Mr.. Palmer's state
ment is as truthful as The Stars alleged
admission is pronounced by him to be.
The Star did not admit universal SYM
patty from all classes but more or less
sympathy from a small circle of satel-
Iites that has been drawn around her"
The public sentiment concerning the ex-
Queen is estimated by The Star to consist
of ninety-nine parts of curiosity and one
part of funkeyism. without even trace of
genuine American sympathy. Why should
republican America sympathize with the
deposed representative of a corrupt royalty.
whose rule was righteousiy overturned as
a consequence of the sins of her govern
ment. and who forfeited even the present
administrations support by a refusal to
give up her plans of barbarous vengeance
upon the people who had deposed herr
Queen Liliuokalani was converted into
Mrs. DOmins by a rebellion. which being
successful became a revolution. against her
rule in Hawaii. An outbreak in her behalf
against the republic. which substituted
in place Of her government, misera bly,
failed and she thereupon formally abdi-
Gated that office of which she had many
months before been deprived IN fact. Mr..
Palmer low says that the abdication and
oath of allegiance do not count, because
Mrs DoTninis was frightened. and acted
Under duress. his idea apparently being
tEat nc monarch. who for his sins is ex-
PEELED from the throne, can validity recog
nIze that fact, unless the abdication is
spontaneous. cheerful and fills the retiring
n onarch with pleasurable emotions. The
deposition by revolution counts. whatever
may be said of the abJured abdication. and
Mrs. Dominis can never more be anything
hut an opera bouffe queen except in the
worsh.pping eyes of the devoted Mr..
Palmer -..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

If Mr.. Wilson of West Virginia decides to
accept the presidency OF Washington and
Lee University he will enter field for
which he possesses every qualification. His
scholarship is ripe. his character, public
and private. is attractive. and he repre-
sents the sincerity Of high and altoget Their
worthy aspirations.
Mr.. Wilson's success in politics has been
marked. and yet it is an easy matter to
associate him with the duties of an edu-
Gator. In fact he was an educator before
he entered politics; so that, properly speak
ing, he is but returning to duties with
which he is already familiar. The new
place rendered to him is high UP in the
scale, and affords opportunities of much
usefulness.
There are many instances where men of
Mr.. Wilson's type-men of eloquence and
wide reading. and fond of intellectual
speculation and progress-have retired from
active politics to the quiet of the university,
and found pleasure and the amplest com
pensation in the change. Randolph
Tucker-to the general regret thought to be
now on his death beds a recent instance,
and Proctor Knott of Kentucky is another.
Both achieved distinction in Congress, but
both as college professors since have been
coiiS some Oh tnelr pest Work. Seth Low,
after brilliant work in political office, took
up the labors of an educator, and has been
pursuing them since with much applause
and success. General Garfield was always
divided in his mind as to whether the edu-
Gators field for men of his temperament
and talents was not more inviting than the
field of the politician: and it is the opinion
of some of his nearest friends that had he
lived he might have passed from he White
House itself to the presidency of some
famous seat of learning.
Changes like these are heaithful and
helpful all around. If the scholar Is well
come and a desirable man in politics, why
should not the statesman be welcome and
a desirable man in scholardom? If the one
by his reading, and the taste and compre-
hension which reading and reflection give
brings into the practical field something
which improves and elevates the Situ1tion
there, why may not the other carry into
the field where young men are being pre-
pared for action a larger service to them
by reason OF his experience with men Of
everyday affairs? 1t is safe to say, indeed
that young men of ambition and capacity
who sit under instruction from men who
unite experience in the larger affairs with
their learning have every reason to con-
graduate themselves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Special Sale of
WOrnen'S Hosiery.

Tomorrow 200 dozen pairs Wo-
mems Cotton Hose, tans and russets.
plain or Richelieu ribbed, double
soles and toes and high splieed heels.
22c.-5 pairs for $I.oo.
Regular price, CSC. the pair.
Also 100 dozen Fast Black Cotton
Hose, with unbleached soles, double
heels and toes, full regular made.
22c.-5 pairs for $I.oo.
Regular price, 25c.
list floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Infants
Department

Is most thoroughly equipped with
outhttings for the baby. A vast ar
ray OF the palmer sorts and the most
elegant specimens of handmade
work selected abroad. Tomorrow
some dainty Pillows and Pillow
Cases as follows:
Down Pillows for the crib and carriage, COW
Pillow Cases of India Linon, tucked and rrffied
FAN AN ..-..-..-.....7. c.
Pillow cases OF India Linon finished with rliffe
of embroidery Each. ...................,..SI on
Pillow Cases of All-oyer Embroidery: rufie of
* .ND
Pillow Cases of fine Linen and French Nainsook;
made by hand. some have drawn work and feather
stitching: others have ruffies edged with lace
"a
I'd - 49,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
NuSlim
Underwear.

Well made, generously cut and
correctly shaped garments in the
palmer sorts as well as the finest and
richest. For Saturday the following
worthy values:
Muslin Drawers. deep hem. cluster Of tucks woke
band Per pair. ..................,2 0c
r, Muslin Drnwers, wide cambria rufne. woke hand
Muslin Corset Covers. high or low neck frIIsd
seams, buttons. worked huttonliolas Each I2L.c
Cambric Corset Covers. trimmed with everlasting
iace or embroidery. Each. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES .I
Muslin Short skirts, deep hem. cluster of tu,ks
n,,, "a .3ss.
Muslin short Skirts, extra wide for stout women:
ruine or ehbroidery: turks above. ........... 5Oc
burg rufie. Each .......... ~
Muslin Gowns, Hubbard STYLE double woke back
yoke OF tucks and insertion in front ruiie on neck
- ..pbs.
Muslin Gowns, empire style. large sleeves; trim
med with lace or embroidery and Insertion: pearl
"d..ons FACE. 15c.
EderdoNn Dressing Sacques solid caurs; round
turnover collar; crocheted around bottom with
a9fored zephyr; ribbon at neck Each. ........75c.
ID lioor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

the death of Mr.. Lewis Clephane re-
moves one more Of Washington's honored
citizens VINO have become identified with
the development of the capital. He leaves
spotiess record, and his death will be
Ihourhed by a wide circle OF friends in
washington Mr.. Ciephane's name was for
many years closely associated with that
OF PRESIDENT Lincoln, and by a coincidence
ne now departs from this life on the ami
versary of Lincoln's birth.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

Lncoins birthday is not yet regarded as
aa general holiday or even an occasion for
national observance. but the time will
doubtless come when the anniversary will
De CONNIE rnorated in every section as one
OF the red-!etter days of the republic. Lin
coins place in the history Of the nation Is
now as FIRMLY fixed as that of Washington
Founder and preserver. they will stand side
by side In the records ard observances of
the republic.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

The Missouri legislature is considering a
bill to terminate flirting with female pas
seEgers by railway conductors and brake
men," A prominent tendency among law
makers of this decade is to place TOO great
premium upon originality.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
He Excited SuanIcian

Look here said the tourist who had
stopped at Canton. Ohio. II wish you'd tell
me why you've been following me about in
this manner for the last four hours"
We'll. sir, as long as you've noticed IT.
there's no use OF my trying to keep it
back. I'm detective"
But why am l placed under the scrutiny
of the law"
We'll. sir, when you got out at the depot
you remarked that you didn't come here to
get any Office. That aroused our sus-
picions. We hadn't seen anything like that
in SO long a time that the department
thought they'd better detail a man to find
out what you were up to-"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Price, $685..

Other patented novelties by the
same manufacturers are THE SWIM
ming Duck and THE Swimming
Goldfish" These are ours alone also.
Prices z5c. TO SIPS.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

So long as there so much objection to
King Oscar because he repre- a mon
arcny. perhaps 1t might be arranged to
have one of the republics in Central Amer
lea step in and hold the balance CT Justice
when not too busy with is revolutions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Sunday School Helps
For Teacher and Scholar.

PeIoubet's Notes for 1897, COM
plete, II mo-, cloth, 344 pages, num-
erOuS illustrations. .ooc.
Huriburt.s Illustrative Notes. limo Cloth. $40
pages Tables, maps. pictures and diagrams. .9Oc
Arnoids Practical Commentary. Cloth. lomo
Blackboard and diagram Illustrations 900. SOC
Hoss Notes on the international Lessons. Cloth
The Lessons for 1881, in both versions. Vest
posket size.
itdiHtr ..pUg
Peloubets Notes Quarterly.
Scholars edition. ........................ &C.
- 'h'is es.itn'H 49,. loc
Primary Teachers Helps.
iNenieNN .Ior
lac
The superintendent and Teacheg-a journal OF
h.sn'uS
The :. $. Illustrator. ................ &c
Basement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
THOre New
Velvet Waists.

We are pleased to announce
another invoice of those exceedingly
stylish Velvet Waists. They come in
the leading shades of green, plum.
navy, brown, etc, and are made in
the newest style. Same price as first
lot.
SZS EACH
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

Mrs. Bradley-Martin and her guests could
come pretty near indicating their claims
as philanthropists by arranging for a repe-
tition of the ball and allowing people of
less social prominence to pay to become
spectators. 1t would be a monster char
liable event
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Valentine to the Postmap

Oh, hope of lasses and of youths.
It's lucky for you, very,
You can't be blamed for the untruths
Which patiently you carry.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Peloubet's Notes tOuarterly).
The Automatic
Prize Fighters

Is patented sensational novelty in
the toy line, which produces the most
excited interest and furnishes UNI
limited amusement for grown up
folks as well as for the young.
We have just imported direct from London Eng
Land, this novel toy, which be found uowhere
else in this country
Price Sooc
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

Ii would be disingenuous of the Senate
10 insist ON executive sessions so as 20
get the newspapers to devote more atten-
ton TO the proceedings. owing to a magni-
fed impression of their interest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
New
VeiHir1qs.

We are now showing complete
lines of all the fashionable Wells and
Neilings, including the latest novel
ties in Double Fancy Mesh, etc.
Tomorrow Saturday Black Dotted and Plain
Tuxedo Neiings. i'm number OF pretty designs
will be placed center table at.
Csc. and Soc. THE YARD.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

The announcement from the electoral col
lege has not called forth any telegram
frcm Mr. Jones to the effect that ali hope
Is not yet lost.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

With all this social ambition to give
limitations of kings and queens, Llliuoka-
lani might be forgiven some vanity over
the TACT that she Is as near the genuine
article We have in this country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

Ii is hoped for New Yorks sake and for
Governor Blacks sake and for Senator
Piatt's sake that MIR. Payn will try 10 De
good while ne is in office
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Novelties inn
WOmnem'S NeckWear.

Including imported and own de.
signs in Lace and Spangled Boleros
Jackets, Yokes, Fichus, Berthas
Stocks, Blouses, Rufus, Capes
Fronts, Collarettes; also exclusive
Novelty Pieces suitable for Dinner
Reception, Carriage and Walking
Gowns.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Tomorrow SATURDAY..

Ruches for back of neck full and fluffy: made of
Crepe 1.isse In white and colors prettily com.
bined with ribbons. Each. ........ .2:jc. and soc
huchings OF Liberty silk. Lace ard Chiffon. cream
white, black and white; double and single plating
edged with lace; plain gold embroidered Per
Bolcro Jackets are in high favor We are show.
Ing some beautiful specimens formed of white.
black fancy braids. in combina tiOn with Russian
lace and chiffon applique back without
Each ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 20 TO 81. OF
LIST Nonr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
SHOOTING STARS.
Useful.

DO you think. professor, that the theory
that Mars is inhabited has any practical
value?'
DO 1 think so?" returned the professor.
Il know 1t. Some periodicals pay $40 a
page for articles or the subject"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Her Standard of Beauty.

She said she thought 1 was looking
well, remarked the young man who was
very pensive.
"M-yes. But you'll notice that the next
minute she asked me If l didn't think her
pet bulldog was the handsomest animal
in the city"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

The young folks are especially in
vited to see these toys in operation
tomorrow in Toy Department
Sd aioor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
New Spring Skirts.

A very handsome line of Atwood
Novelty Checked Skirts. in brown
and white and black and white. Well
worth S.. Our price. 49,. So. 60
Elegant Atwood Cheviot Skirts.
Good value at $3.50. Our price, S.
Very stylish line of the new Da-
masse Silk Skirts, in brand new de-
signs. Good value at 81. Our
price. S5.ZS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Chigdrem's and Misses
SATURDAYS Pure Food List.

Always the best brands for the least And the prices
quoted for housekeeper
many penny by watching om lists
We w ien, from our large fresh stock.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
$6.75 EACH.
Also a new line of Women's
BriHliantime
Separate Skirts,

In neat figured effects; full width
properly lined and stiffened, and
bound with velvet. The price is a
very special one.
so EACH.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Ephonzo Youngs Co.

Elphonzo Youngs Co.
Try can Of Our French peas
our own direct importation-and be
convinced that there are no finer
on the market. Put up by the most
celebrated packer in Bordeaux,
France, with the greatest care.
We sell more French peas n a
month, perhaps, than many stores
sell in six. Folks will have the best.
ElphonZo Youngs Co.,
Wholesale and Retail Grocers
428 9th ST., bet. D and E. Phone s..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Ladies' Separate
Skirts.

LADIES FIGURED BLACK BRILLIANTINE
SkIIeTS LINED THROuGHOUT-DIF-
EsIIiN LENGTHS REGULAR $50 O2c
LADIES' FIGURED BRILIIANTINE SKIRTS
ASSORTED PATTERNS, FULL WIDTH. Sn DE-
REGULAR 81. 9S VALUE. - 80
LADIES' FIGURED BLACK BRIILIANTINE
SKIRTS, LINED THROtGHOUT ANDGd 40
WELL MADE SPECIAL PRICE. y 40
LADIES' BLACK BROCADE BRIILIANTINE
SKIRTS. VERY WIDE PRETTY LJISTER FULL.
r LENGTH LINED AND BOUND SpE- Sn 80
LADIES' BLACK BROADE BRIIL.IANTINE
SKIRTS. SILK I.USrER. VERY FULL. G GNQ
AND LINED THROUGHOUT. SPEtIALV 40
LADIES' PLAIN RRIILIANTINE Skirts {
CORES FULL CIRCULAR SHAPE co 40
BEAUTIFUL LUSTER. SPECIAL. NZ.NO
LADIES' HANDSOME QUALITY PLAIN BRIL-
LIAEIINE SKIRTS, ELL. CIRCULAR SHAPE.
PERCAIINE AND DEEP VELVET CO mo
BINDING. SPECIAL. ................ pZsyO
PLAIN AND FIGURED FINE BRoCADE BRIL-
I.IANTINE SKIRTS. CORRECT SHAPE q p no
AND TAILOR FINISH. SPECIAL. 80. QOeVC
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

Every piece of Mems. Women S
and Children's Winter Underwear
in stock reduced to prime cost, to
close them all out.
Saturdays Specials
I'm Muslin Underwear.
Ladies Genuine Fruit-of the
Loom Muslin Drawers, wide hem,
3 tucks. Worth 371c. Special25c.
Ladies Good Muslin Drawers,
trimmed with embroidery. Real
value, soc. Special. $500. soc.
Ladies Good Muslin Gowns, En-
plre style. Well worth 75c. Spe-
cial tomorrow. .. zoe
Fabrics-FREE. ~ anu
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
The President-Elecf.

Now delegation comes and next the
tailors call
To fit the clothes he'll wear to the inau-
guration ball;
The brass band strolls around and PLAYS
those campaign melodies;
The bland photographer comes in and says,
Look pleasant. please"
The oface-seekers. waiting for admission
stand In nnO
that they'll decline.
The postman brings his daily mail and
dumps 1t from the dray-
No wonder he hangs out the sign. AThil
Is Ny Busy Day
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
A Question of Quality.

DO you think" said the lady who was
shopping. that anybody would steal this
umbrella If l were to leave it for few
minutes?
Really. madam" replied the clerk, II
shouldn't like to venture an opinion with
out first examining the umbrella"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

The King Shirt Waists,
o1 The finest French percales: Numbered: pr,
roiors that are absolutely fast-haya sold o
heretofore at S1.O0 Special price, each q
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Boys Clothing Department.

Cotton Cheviot Waists,
nnlanndered: pretty striped patterns: we'll
niaue. sizes to IL. Special price. each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12
Great Reductions inn

Atwood Scotch Cheviot Trousers,
Good patterns; serviceable cloths: well made
soc. Were Csc. & Sl.OO.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

Napheys Absolnte!y Inre Leaf Lard BIB. can. &c
Quaker Oats or Bear Brand Pettijohn. per pkg l0c
Shrivers Biuerielge Sugar Corn, per can. &c
State Of Maine Sweet Corn per can. ,,.,,,, Zoe
MI u STATE White Wax String Besns. per can Toe
Thurbers Asparagus Tips. per can. ....... .25c
New Jersey Pumpkin, per can ............... -.
California Peeled Aprfc0ts, per can. .12c
Coumits Brand Bartlett Pears heavy syrup,
per can: Observation-Disclosures Ice
Maryland Table Peaches, per can............ l0c
Alaska Salmon, cans. ......................2 5e
Nehalem River Salmon. fiat cans, Der can. 4. 15c
Fresh Lobster, per can. Observation-Disclosures. 25c
Royds Queen Table Syrup per ut. can. $500. .23e
WtIbur's Breakfast Cocoa. per ear. .20c
Wilburs or Bakers Chocolate. per cake. .15c
AuEt Jemfma's paucake Flour, per Pig. 49,. :. .10c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

SCnOOl SUITS.
for boys: fancy checks and plaids fine all
wool cloths; sailor collar: neatly braided. Sizes
S2.68. Were $500.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-02-12

G$&4S@A< &@&S - q
, Souvenirs Of Washington. u
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-09-08
A Money Problem.

A banker sauntering home for his
dinner saw so bill lying on the
curbstone. OF course he picked it up
and took the number in order to find
the owner. While at home his wife
remarked that the butcher had sent
in bill for meat amounting to $40.
The only money he had with him was
the bill he had found, which he gave
to her and she paid the butcher. The
butcher paid it to the farmer for calf
and the farmer paid it to the merchant,
who in turn paid it to the washer
woman, and she, owing the banker a
note of SO, went to the banker and
paid her note. The banker recog-
nized the bill as the one he had found,
and which up to that time had settled
$50 Of debt. On more careful ex-
animation he found the bill was coun-
terfeit. Now will some of our fnan-
cial friends tell US what had been lost
in this transaction and by whom if
anything?-
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-09-08

three of York, Troy, Herman, Albion,
Christiana, Lyndon Zone called LIN
DEM, Seymour, Springfield, Cleveland,
La Fayette, Sherman, Richfeld
Clinton, sDover, Eaton, Holland,
Sumner and Salem, and two each of
Forest, Westfeld, Center, Plymouth,
Eau Gale, Eau Pleine, Erin, West
ford, Maple Grove, Deer Creek, Har
mony, Trenton, Wayne, Rock, M IL
omonie Zone spelled Menomonee),
Summit, Wyoming, Algoma, Rich
mond, Milton, Auburn, Fremont,
Mayville, Pleasant Valley, Unity,
Weston, Benton, Emmett, Plover,
Buffalo, Newton, Freedom, Maine,
Albany, Trenton, Johnstown, o.
ceola, Belmont, Sharon, Lake, Eagle,
Marshfeld, Manchester, Randolph,
Springvale, Utica, Deerield, Dunn,
Shields, New Haven, Stanton, Nelson,
Brooklyn, Buena Vista, Friendship,
Adams, Jackson, Monroe, Preston,
Springvale, Oak Grove, Washburn,
Easton, Eden, Garfield, Kingston,
Marion, Bristol, Paris, Wheatland,
Sussex, Watertown Zone spelled
Watterstown), Colburn, Lawrence,
Linn Zone spelled Lynn, Dunn, Clay
ton, Bloomfield, Bear Creek-and
this by no maens exhausts the list.
The State Historical society would
perform valuable service if it would
iuse its large influence toward reduc-
ng these applications by inducing
county boards of supervisors to
change the names of some of them
and the legislature should supple
ment it's action by prohibiting these
Implications in the future.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-09-08

wR r. G. @. SHUTS, of Winterset. Iowa.
IHU inventor and manufacturer Of
Shuts Safety Whif1etree Coupling,
writes Of DR.. Miles Heart Cure 1.-TWO years
ago an attack of LaGrippe left me with a
weak heart. I had run down in flesh to
mere skin and bone. could not sleep lying
down for smothering spells; frequent sharp
darting pains and palpitation caused a con-
slant fear Of sudden death. nothing could
induce me to remain away from home over
night. My local physician prescribed Dr..
Miles Heart Cure and in few days I was
able to sleep well and the pains gradually
1essened, and finally ceased. I reduced the
the doses having gained fifteen pounds, and
am now feeling better in every way than I
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-09-08
Duplication of Names OF Towns.

Fhe Portage Register says that the
duplication of names of towns in
Wisconsin is an evil greatly to be
deplored and produces much incon-
venience and annoyance. But one
town can have a postofice bearing
it's own name and it thus happens
that many towns must have post
Offices bearing another name. In
most states this duplication of
names is expressly forbidden by stat
ute, but here in Wisconsin we have
no less than eight towns bearing the
name of Lincoln; six of Franklin and
Washington; five of Union and Scott;
four each of Liberty, Jefferson, Farm
ington, Greenfield, Springfield, Harri-
son, Grant, Lima and Caledonia;