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Cornell's Pine Lands.

Mr. Robertson told me the story OF
Cornell university and the investments
in Wisconsin pineries. In 1893 the
federal government appropriated unsold
public lands for the use of agricultural
colleges in the proportion of 10000
acres for each congressman. Much OF
the scrip was soon frittered away by
most of the states at less than 60 cents
an acre The territory apportioned to
New York state amounted to 80, 600
acres, and the legislature of that state
jumped at the proposition when Mr..
Cornell offered to buy the lands then
available at the highest market price,
so cents an acre.
The bulk Of this estate was in the
pine forests cf Wisconsin and has been
SO judiciously managed that the property
is now said to yield something like ST.
900 day. Cornell university has al
ready received from the sale OF timber
and resale of certain lands between $4, :
600, 900 and $4,000, 900 and still pos
sesses valuable property. Eau Claire
Cor. Chicago Times Herald.
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TO DEATH.

o death, Of sin the fatal foe,
The dread and blight of those below,
Who only sasthly pleasures know,
O cauel deathi
To eyes of faith how changed thou arti
Thou bringees peace into the heart,
While sin and Death for aye depart,
o friendly deathl
When, through bereavement, we our eyes
Turn, for the first time, to the skies,
Thou art a blessing in disguise,
O miscalled deathi
Thou art Of faiths farreaching chain
The pearly clasp that knits the gain
OF heaven to earth's want and pain,
precious deathl
Thou art the dawn from this dark night.
Thou dost long parted friends unite.
For doubt and trust thou givest sight,
o blessed deathi
But, dearest to our hearts for this,
Thou art the first to give the bliss
OF seeing Christ, whom here we miss,
Oglorious death!
Sophia Dallas Hazeltine in New York Sun.
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Don't be pursuaded into buying liniments
without reputation or merit-Chamberlain'
Pain Balm costs no more, and its merits
have been proven by a test OF many years
such letters as the following, from L. G.
Bagley, Hueneme, Cal. are constantly being
received: "The best remedy for pain have
ever used is Chamberlain's Pain Balm, and
say so after baving used it in my Jamily fol
several years." 1t cures rheumatism, lame
back, sprains and swellings. For sale by
Hanson & Emerson. ...
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16

The salary Of the queens chief but
Ter, who looks after the beer, wines and
spirits, is $500 year. This function
Ary must have a palate Of exquisite deli
Jacy, as in him is vested the purchase
of the wines drunk by royalty.
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16

J. A. Perkins, of Antiquity, o., was fol
thirty years needlessly tortured by physicians
for the cure of eczema. He was quickly
cured by using DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve
the frmous healing salve for piles and skin
diseases. For sale by Hanson & Emerson
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16

Chemical names are occasionally Gu
rious and long, as every one knows to
his cost. Here is another to be added to
the list, Observation-Disclosures
piperazine. 1t has been given by an Eal-
ian chemist to a new compound which
he has discovered,
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All of the above for 81. 5o,a saving of 81 90.
The "Century Gallery, of 100 Portraits"
includes the best likenesses of 100 of the
most prominent persons in the world which
have appeared in the Century Magazine.
Size 9A I3H: put up in handsome box
deliveied free by express. Each portrait
ready for framing, and very desirable for
holiday gifts.
Aremmittance of $3.50 to THE lNDEPEND-
INT will secure years subscription, one
year to both The INDEPENDENT and the
Century Magazine, and the Century Gallery
of 100 Portraits, delivered free by express.
Write for other special offers.
TIKI: INDEPENDENT,
I3o Fulton Street, New York.
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PUMP AND WELL WORK. am pre-
pared to clean wells and cisterns, re-
pair old and furnish new pumps, at
reasonable rates. Leave orders at
ware store. FREMONT WEEKS. 2Stf
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TaXfdermy.

Have your Deer, Moose and Carl.
bon heads mounted by me. I noun
them on clay covered manalin, which
method is far superior to merely
"stuffing" the skin full. Birds, ami
mails, fish, also mounted. Give me a
trial, I will please you both in quality
of work and price:
M. L. GULDEN.
2Stf Osakis, MINI.
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After hearing some friends continually
praising Chamberlain's Colic, Colera and
Diarrhoea Remedy, Curtis Fleck, of Ana
helm, California. purchased bottle of it for
his own use and is now as enthusiastic over
its wonderful work as anyone can be. The
2s and 50 cent bottles for sale by Hanson &
Emerson.
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16
Farm for Sale.

I Ioffer for sale at a bargain one of
the best grain and stock farms in the
county Of Stearns. Will sell 320 or
48O acres with buildings, or 160 acres
without buildings.
Price will be made low enough to in
sure purchaser.
j. B. PERKINS,
Sauk Centre, MINI.
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16

With the assistance of the latest ma
chimes piece of leather can be trans
formed into pair Of boots in "a min.
ntes, in which time it passes through
the hands of 63 people and through Is
machines
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For Atomic PHILOSOPHERS.

Boy-Papa, where's Atoms?
Papa-Athens, you mean, my child.
Boy-No, papa-Atoms-the place
where people are blown to.
Answer postponed. Crypt
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16

1t is easy to catch cold and just as easy
to get rid ofitif you commence early to use
One Minute Cough Cure. 1t cures coughs
colds, bronchitis, pneumonia and all throat
and lung troubles. 1t is pleasant to take,
safe to use and suse to cure
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16
The1ndependent
NAx.y VD>aly

The1hdependent
New York.
More widely and favorably known than
any other weekly newspaper of the world.
For nearly fifty years it has held the first
place. 1t has larger list of famous writers
than any other three papers.
Table of Con tents Weekly:
CONTRIBUTED ARTICLES,
Fl NE ARTS,
SCIENCE,
SURVEY OF HE WORLD,
MUSIC,
EDITORIAI.S,
EDITORIAL. NOTES,
RELIGIOUS INTELLIGENCE,
BIBLICAL RESEARCH,
MISSIONS,
I-ITERATURE-B REVIEW,
FINANCIAL,
COMMERCIAI.,
INSURANCE.,
OLD AND YOUNG,
STORIES,
PEBBI.ES AND PUZZLES,
WORK IN DOORS AND OUT,
PERSO NAILS.
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some time without knowing it.
"Perhaps-perhaps you do adore
one?'' she murmu-ed after short Pc
riod of silence.
"Well, believe do" he answered,
as if surprised at himself. "Often when
sitting before the fire have pictured a
girls face in the embers.
"What kind of face?" she asked
jealously.
"a very beautiful oro."
Fair or dark?''
Fair
She seemed a little relieved After
all, her fears might be unfounded.
"And you would marry her if she ex-
isted?''
"She does exist
"And-and you have spoken to her?'
"No."
"But you mean to do so?''
"Not now"
"Why?''
"Because-well, I have discovered
that she cares for some one else"
She rose. Il am very sorry" There
was perceptible tremble in her voice,
and before he could speak she had left
him.
He sat on recalling the various liter
ary men he had introduced to her and
wondering which was the chosen hero
of her dreams, sat on until shadow
fell upon the carpet, and, looking up,
he saw lady of middle age and cheer
full countenance smiling upon him. 1t
was Mrs. Rayne, Mays aunt
"What a long chat you and May
have had!" she said, taking the vacant
chair.
yes"
"To judge from your face it doesn't
seem to have been very pleasant one.
You haven't been quarreling?"
"Quarreling! Oh, no. The fact is,
Mrs. Rayne, I have just discovered that
I love your niece"
'It has taken you long time" she
replied, "but I am glad you have done
so."
"Gladi All, you do not know
"Why, you dom t mean that-that she
has refused you?'
"No, but she has just been describ-
ing the kind of man she means to mar
y."
"And pray what kind Of man is
hep
''He is writer-a novelist-a distin-
guished novelist, about my age. Have
you any idea who he is?''
"Any idea?" regarding him ilnpa-
tiently. "Do you mean to say that
''To say what?''
''That you don't know. who he is?''
"How should I lnow?" he replied, a
little mystified.
"Do you want to know?'' she asked
pointedly.
"Want? Ye-es."
"Then look there" and she nodded
toward mirror.
He gave quick start. "No, no, it is
impossible. "
"Why impossible?'
"She said distinguished"
"Well, The Daily Record calls you so.
And you say he is your age. Upon my
word, for professed student Of human
nature you have been strangely blind.
But will send May to you" I"
He let her 60 without a word Of pro-
test
"Auntie says you want me-"
He sprang to his feet. "Yes F."
"What for?'
He took her hand and drew her into
the shadow. Forever.
"O-hp' It was a cry of joy, a cry OF
delight, and with it she came to his
arms. II was the girl you pictured%'
Yes
"And you were the hero Of my
dreams
81 have been blind-blind.
"Well, yes, I think you have, but
you can see now.
He looked long into her eyes. Eyes,
can see now. daughter.
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Choppers Wanted .

I have $50 cords of wood to be chop
ped, a half mile west of town, and
want to let the contract at once.
w. S. DEAN.
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subscription $500 a year, or at
that rate for any part of a year.
SPECIMEN COPIES FREE.
The Sauk Centre herald., 1897-12-16
A SPECIAL. OFFER.

The INDEPENDENT, ,one year. -. $500
The Century Magazine, one year.. 400
The Century Gallery of 100
Portraits" .......... $50
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DR.. M. M. FRNNER. Fredonia, N. Y.
Dear Si,:-About > years ago be.
came bilious, sallow, dyspeptic and my
system was generally run down. Lost
appetite and flesh. Could not eat or
sleep well, and had palpitation of the
heart-in fact was 50 wretched and un-
nerved that on several occasions my
friends thought ] would not live till
morning.
Two bottles of your Blood and Liver
Remedy and Nerve Tonic produced q
complete cure"
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Sauk Centre, MINI.
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THE INDEPENDENT,
1870 Fulton Street, New York.
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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
New Route to California,

A striking confirmation of the truth of
the saying: 1T is an ill-wind that blows
no one good" is found in the new routing
of the "Sunset Limited" Heretofore it has
started from New Orleans westward. This
season, on account of the prevalence of yell
low fever in some parts of the south, Chica-
go has been decided upon as the terminus,
the route being over Chicago & Alton,
Chicago to st. Louis; st. Louis, Iron Noun
tain & Southern, st. Louis to Texarkana;
Texas & Pacific, Texarkana to Ell Paso;
Southern Pacific Company, Ell Paso to Cali
fornia destination. The train runs twice
week, leaving Chicago l:30 p. m. every
Tuesday and Saturday, and st. Louis 1920
p. IN. same days. Eastbound the same.
trains leave San Francisco $50 p. m. Mon
days and Thursdays, and Los Angeles 1890
a. m. Tuesdays and Fridays.
Sunset Limited is a magnificent train,
completely vestibuled and running through
solid comprising library and smoking car
for gentlemen with barbershop and bath
room; a combination ladies' parlor and
compartment car, with well-stocked library,
and ladies' maid in attendance; two of the
finest sleeping and dining car, in
which perfect meals are perfectly served.
The dining-car service is la carte-pay for
what you order-and prices are reasonable,
trip across the continent in this train
could not but be delight at any time, but,
during the winter months there will be spe-.
cial satisfaction in the certainty of semi
tropical climate, picturesque and novel
scenery, fast time, and no snow blockades.
And best of all, no extra fare is charged for
transportation on Sunset Limited" only
the regular Pullman rates prevailing for
sleeping-car accommodations,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
Emperor william opened the German

Emperor William opened the German
rcichstag at Berlin.
A fire damp explosion in the Frank
erholz coal mine near Homburg, Ba-
varia, killed 30 men and injured As other
miners.
1t is reported that China has ceded
to England strip of territory near
Hong Kong and all the surrounding
islands.
James B. Angel, minister to Turkey,
has renewed the demand of the United
States for an indemnity from the Turk
ish government for the pillage of Amer
lean missions.
The Salvador coffee crop for this sea-
on will be a third larger than ever be-
fore.
The emperor of China has declared
that he would rather forfeit his crown
than agree to the conditions demanded
by Germany as redress for the murder
of two German missionaries.
A lifeboat capsized near Margate,
England, and ten of the crew were
drowned.
The report that Gen. Pando had been
killed in fight with Cuban insurgents
is said to be false. ~
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
THE WORM TURNS.
Suffering Humanity. VIII Not Always
Tamely Submit to Afability.

The affable passenger had been searching
for a victim for long time He had made
EXPLANATIONS when reading his paper, in the
hopes that it would attract the attention
of some one and give him the opportunity
to show his power as a conversationalist, but
all his little ruses failed. The people who
sat near him seemed to be wholly conferred
on themselves, but still he was not com
pletely discouraged. He looked about him,
and, selecting one man to whom he thought
he might be able to impart much interesting
information, he began operations by re-
marking:
Pardon me, but you look very much like
man / know"
The man whowas addressed looked over the
atfable passenger gloomily, and, recognizing
the type, he replied, in tones that would
cause the thermometer to sink, even in the
Klondike:
Yes, that is possibly so; but at the same
time you must excuse me, for you look ex-
aetly like man l don't want to know
Puck.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
Hadn't Thought of That.

"Some time ago." says an insurance man,
ga man asked me to accompany him home,
as he had some things there to be insured
When we arrived at his home he showed
me 100 boxes of cigars, which he wanted in
sured. There were 100 cigars in each box,
making 10000 in all, and were valued at ten
cents each, so | insured the lot for 81 900.
A few days ago the man came to me and
asked for the insurance money. You've had
no fire at your house. | replied. No, but
I've smoked them said he, and according
to the paper, / am entitled to the money,
as it reads distinctly that if the goods are
consumed by fire money is paid on applica-
tion.' AS far as technicalities were con-
cerned he was all right, but knocked him
cold about minute later by saying, in a
very stern manner: All right, sir; you'll
get the, money; but, according to your own
confession, / will proceed at once to make
charge against you for incendiarsm.'
We'll, I'll be hanged!' was all he said, and
the room shook violently after he banged
the door! '-Philadelph Record.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
PERSONAL AND POLITICAL.

Ex-Congressman Ephraim NJ. Woomer
died at Lebanon, Pa, at the age of SO
years.
Col. A. NJ. Coffey, aged 81 years, the
oldest mason in Missouri, died at Knob
Noster.
Gen. John S. Mason, a veteran of the
Mexican and civil wars, died in Wash
ington, aged 70 years.
Almon E. Marsh, one of the two re-
manning Missouri Mexican war vet
Grams, died in ST. Louis, aged sc years.
Chief Justice L. G. Kline will retire
from the Iowa supreme bench jan
uary /.
Mrs. Nancy A. Mckinley, aged SO, the
mother of President Mckinley, was
stricken with paralysis at her home in
Canton, o., and there was but little
hopes of her recovery. The president
left Washington for Canton immediate
ly upon receipt of the news.
Mrs. Matilda Delilah Shields, grand
daughter of Richard Henry Potomax,
an Indian chief, died in Washington,
aged 113 years.
Walking Cloud" or "Silent Hunter"
famous Indian, died at Black River
Falls, Wis, aged 101 years.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
FOREIGN.

Thirty vessels and 100 lives were lost
in hurricane that for "a hours dashed
the British isles.
The North German Lloyd steamer
Kaiser Wilhelm der Crosse made the
trip from New York to Southampton in
s days, II hours. 20 minutes. which
beats all eastward records.
The British bark Cerdillera was lost
off the coast of South America and IA
of her crew were drowned.
War between Germany and China
may result because of the occupation
of Kiao-Chau and Kioa-Chau bay by
the Germans.
The French brig Hasparreu was
wrecked off Aurigny and a majority
Of her crew persisted.
In a railway disaster at Warsaw,
Poland, II persons were killed and %
others We're seriously injured.
Russia has adopted the gold standard
as money basis.
A large portion of the business center
OF the town of Carberry, Man.. was de-
stroyed by fire.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
The Pursuit of Happiness.

When the Declaration of Independence as
serted mans right to this, it enunciated an
immortal truth. The bilious sufferer is on
the road to happiness when he begins to take
Hostetter's Stomach Btters, the most eff
cacous regulator of the liver in existence
Equally reliant is it in chills and fever, con,
stipation, dyspepsia, rheumatism, kidney
trouble and nervousness. Use it regularly,
and not at odd intervals.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
Try Grain-O! Try Grain-o!

package of GRAIN-O, the new food drink
that takes the place of coffee. The children
may drink it without injury as well as the
adult. All who try it like it. GRAIN-O
has that rich seal brown of Mocha or Java
but it is made from pure grains, and the
most delicate stomachs receive it without
distress. IA the price of coffee. l5c and
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
FIRE Causes Heavy Loss.

ST. Louis, Dec. Ga special to the
Republic from Tulsa, 1. T., says: Fire
originating in the general merchandise
store of Price q Gillette Sunday after
noon destroyed over 100000 worth OF
property.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
Burned 10 a Crisp.

Nickerson, Kan, Dec. 6.-While tenn
porarily insane, Mrs. M. E. Ross, an
elderly woman, saturated her clothing
with kerosene and set them afire. She
was burned to crisp. Her husband
and daughter, in trying to extinguish
the flames, were seriously and perhaps
fatally burned.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
His Excuse.

Passenger ION southern train)-What de-
you mean by calling 'hot peanuts" These.
are cold.
n-boy--Well, they were hot when we
started.-Judge
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
HOLIDAY EXCURSIONS.
South and East.

On December and q the Big Four Route
and Chesapeake & Ohio railway will sell
excursion tickets from all points northwest,
both one way and round trip, at greatly re-
duced rates to points in Virginia, North and
South Carolina and other southern states.
Round trip tickets will be good twenty-one
days returning. Write for particulars and
pamphlet descriptive of Virginia farm lands.
U. l.. Truitt, Northwestern Passenger
Agent, 234 Clark St., Chicago.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
Coughing Leads to Consumption.

Kemp's Balsam will stop the cough al
once. Go to your druggist to-day and get g
sample bottle free. Large bottles, so cent.
and SlOO. Go at once; DELAYS are dangerous
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
McyicIxer,s. Chicago.

McVicker's theater always plays the lead
ing attractions. Dec. 6, for two weeks, the
Bostonians in "The Serenade."
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

We believe some congregations give their
pastors a vacation so they can go and hear
other Observation-Disclosures Democrat.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

For Homeseeker's Excursion dates via the.
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Ry. and infor-
nation of their tourist sleeper arrangement,
address II. A. Cherrier, N. Pass Agt., 3l6
Marquette Bldg, Chicago
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
A welcome Announcement.

Actor Now the plot thickens.
Voice from the Audience-That's good;
it has been pretty thin so far.-Tit-Bits.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

1t is better to say little worse than you
mean than to mean a little worse than you
say.-N. Y. Independent.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

The man with swelled head doesn't usu-
PEELED to associate with him-Chicago News.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

We think Piso's Cure for Consumption is
I5e only s medeng f9T 1901
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09
Stnr TObaccO.

If you care for pleasure, health and econ,
omy, chew Star tobacco, the leading brand
of the world
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

Women have great respect for a womal
who has her hair done up by professiona
hair dresser.-Atchison Globe.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

Cold? Stiff as a poker. Use St. Jacobs
Oil. Timber as whiplash-cured.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

A truly great man is one who can live in a
very small town, and refuse to become small
in his opinions.-Atchison Globe.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

Persistency without principle is a mighty
revolving wheel to which is attached Meth
er belt nor shaft.-N. Y. Independent.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

When a popular society gives an amateur
entertainment there is one thing sure-you
must take part or buy ticket.-Atchison
Globe.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

If he was cripple from rheumatism, he
Isn't now. st. Jacobs Oil cured him.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

An old man looks out of place in brass
Democrat.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

With cold Neuralgia increases. With St..
Jacobs Oil it decreases and is cured.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

To Cure n Cold in One Day
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund money if it fails to cure. 25c.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1897-12-09

The Grip may intensity aches, but
st. Jacobs Oil will alleviate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1897-06-24
KNOWLES ALSO DENIES II.
He lntimatcs that Prof. Bateman Has Triiled
With the Truth.

Washington, June 23.-Referring to
the recent dispatch from Lewiston, Me,
wherein l.. G.. Bateman charges Con-
gresham Freeman Knowles of South
Dakota with saying that "Bryan's
distinct understanding that no action
against fusion should he taken by the
Peoples party before the next national
convention" Mr.. Knowles says:
Il deny the charge in toto. | did not
know that the committee had accepted
any portion of the royalty of Mr..
over at the last meeting of the Populist
congressional caucus. when il was de-
cided that il would not be in good taste
for the committee TO accept the money.
1t was rendered to Senator Butler as
chairman of the Popuiist national com
mittee, without any qualification or
condition whatever. except that it was
to be used in such manner as the COM
mittee thought best.
MIR Bryan had announced that one
half the royalty was to be distributed
among the committees of the three
parties which supported him in pro-
portion to the vote cast, for the propa-
cation of literature upon the monetary
question. The refusal of the committee
to accept the money placed Mr.. Bryan
ii an embarrassing position and he
then deposited it with Senator Allen as
citizen of Nebraska, subject to future
action, The committee did not and has
not accepted a dollar of the money