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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
A Stntesman's OVERSIGHT.
from the New York Times.

from the New York Times.
The Pittsburg Post says that two years
ago it published list of the pensioners in
the Pttsburg district, some 1900 name 5,
but its enterprise was rewarded only by
much public gossip and nothing came of it,
The defect here was in the lack of real and
effective publicity. We mean no reflections
upon the circulation and influence of our
contemporary, but 1t cannot reach every
body in the Pittsburg district In the
case of large cities nothing short of publi-
cation in all the newspapers would accom-
pliSh the purpose. The work should include
villages and towns and smaller cities
Above all, the country post office. which
every person in the community visits regu-
larly and frequently. is the place for a be-
ginning. Let the country people know who
among them get pensions. Let the people
of the villages, where every resident is
known to every other resident. peruse the
lists and the amounts. When a somewhat
clamorous demand for pension reform and
purgation has come up from the rural part
of the country, it will be time to provide
for publishing the lists in the cities.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
The Equity of the Civil Service.
From the st. Paul Pioneer Press.

The fact of the business Is that the peo-
pie are wide awake to the equitable nature
of the civil service rules. They realize that
in the maintenance of those rules lies the
only chance for such a distribution of gov
crnment appointments as shall continue to
make them equally accessible to every man
again become the prey of the comparative
iy SINAI! class class of bummers and syco-
plants who formerly monopoized them
An equal chance for all; favoritism for
service. The people west of the Allegheny
mountains and elsewhere set their ap-
proval on the merit system by an immense
majority when they elected William Nc
kinley, pledged to take mo step back
ward in the civil service reform, to the
presidency of the United States. And the
march of all office beggars In the country
upon Washington should not swerve Con-
gress from Its support of his position.
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lation to rubber-tired vehicles alone, for
there are few or none of them in this city
The wheels in any case do not make suffi-
cient noise to warn people of the approach
of the vehicle on such smooth streets as
those here. The hoofs of the horse give
all the warning that is afforded, and until
Washington has witnessed the emancipa-
ton of this faithful beast it will make nc
difference whether the wheels of its car
siages are tired with rubber or not. The
livery men will not worry themselves espe-
c:aily over any difficulties in enforcing the
law which may be discovered The question
reverts to tie matter of the hardship put
upon them by the rule, and 1t is yet to be
demonstrated that the advantage to be
gained by the operation of the regulation
will not offset the cost to individuals.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
A Rule.

You have something of a reputation as
literary critic said the deep mans conf
Dental friend.
Yes was the reply. THAT is easily at
tanned. Whenever l find book so inter-
esting in plot that l can't lay it down.
You commend it?''
No. 1 say it's rather clever, but it isn't
real literature"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

Partisanship. as the old phrase goes
should stop at the waters edge. Because
the annexation of Hawaii is a republican
measure is not reason for democratic hos
tility to 1t. Rather the party which ha.
to it's credit now all the United States ives
of the Mississippi river, Florida and Texas
should see that future generations will rec
ognize democratic initiative in the annex
alton of Hawaii. -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
A Einanclcr.

L want you to understand that my time
Is valuable. Time is money with me-
Bout a dollar minute?' inquired the
mendicant
Eat least"
We'll, 1 was goin' to take two minutes
ta'kin' to yer. But I'll shut it off wild thirty
seconds. You kin give me de dollar an a
half charge an We'll call it square,"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
Sterling Silver.

DNail Files, Shoe Horns:
Cream Jars, Powder Pulls, Nall
Scissors, Tooth. Clothes and Hat
Brushes, Pen Knives, Ink Eras-
ers Garter Buckles, Vinaig-
rettes, all stamped and
guaranteed sterling Sill zoe
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

The green goods litterateurs are looking
in vain for any suggestions of real novelty
IN SPANS autonomy circular
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
SHOOTING STARS.
Apprecia

Il suppose you will be glad to take
vacation" said Senator Sorghum's friend.
''Oh. yes" was the reply; 1.-The vacation
is a very praiseworthy institution. 1t as
sists in maintaining impression that
you have been working all the rest of the
time"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

An evangelist says 81 am not one of those
VINO believe that criminals are hopeless. -
There i 10 reason for their being so. so
long as the present facilities for securing
p&rdons are maintained.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

The proposal to relieve employees of the
government from service when they are
advanced in years will doubtless invoke
further disapproval Of this country's ten
denotes from Queen Victoria.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

the assent of the nation as wise pro-
vision for the future. The swift history
of five years mas proved annexation the
imminent necessity of the immediate pres
ent. Delay was Fever more dangerous
The Senate must plant the flag at Honolulu
and begin American supremacy in the
Pacific.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

The public never expects Congress to ac-
complish much before the holidays. This
feeling usually sets in about the first of
December and revives shortly after the first
of January.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

As the local wealth is already greater
than can conveniently be handled, it is not
likely that any body will open a summer
resort hotel on the Klondike
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

The actor who beat his wife will, likely
as not. make his next appearance in the
role of Il disinterested hero who saves
maidens from the clutches of heartless
cruelty.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

Mr.. Dorsey Foutz has not taken the
trouble to announce whether or not he will
spend the Christmas holidays with his fam
i!y
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

Stree his departure for Spain. the insur-
gents have reason to suspect that General
WeyIer may yet prove a blessing in dis
guise.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

The advance agents of calamity are nat
ural!y disturbed over the prospective sue
cess of rival performance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

The promoters of the six-day race have
given a new and painful significance to the
phrase bicycle craze"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
Enjoyment.

DO you think that this sensational new.
really pleases anybody" inquired Mr. BLY,
kris friend
Yes; must say 1 think it does"
You read it. them"
No. But l have a friend who seems t.
get a great deal Of enjoyment out of perus
ihg all of it and in telling me how shocking
ard reprehensible it is"
A Statesman's Oversight.
Fer his country he says he is working;
The money. of course, doesn't count
He vows he will ne'er be found Sinking,
No matter how small the amount
He tells us reform is his mission
And says that his stipend is small
To a person of any position
Not worthy Of notice at all.
He speaks of his efforts persistent
Declares that he's paving the way
But neglects. though 'twould be quite con-
sistent,
To speak about waving the pay.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
Christmas and the bachelor,

THE time of plenty comes,' they sigh,
with song and radiant splendors,
When none will lack the luxury
OF neckties and suspenders."
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700 for ST Xmas JeWelrY.
Real Gold.

Mems Scarf Pins. some
with chips OF real diamonds and
other precious stones. Shirt
Studs and Collar Buttons. . La
dies and Children's Rings and
Ea rings. -. All stamped
and guaranteed solid zoo
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

OF giving is in choosing as a
gilt something that fills a
want-sometlling out of the
ordinary.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
The Quality Store.
The secret

: Il me secret
!: of giving is in choosing as a
gilt something that fills a
want-sometlling out of the
ordinary.
that's why our line of
. Fancy Pieces in Furniture
offers such an attraction to
. the gift buyer.
. They're odd effects-brand
. new-eNclusive-and of the
finest workmanship that goes
. into Furniture.
. This collection has been
gathered especially for the
. holidays-made expressly for
us-and it's big stock. But
its going rapidly. Such val
. ues-such attractiveness at
such prices-move quickly.
Why don't you give that
. man one of these new tangled
Shaving Stands? Besides the
ornamental side he'll find it
. immensely convenient. Oak
and mahogany. A modern
lied antique.
We're selling a big lot of
Book Cases-and holding
. them for delivery the day be
fore Christmas. They tell us
we've got the best variety in
town. AS we supposed.
Some very elaborate-all
look worth more than they'll
cost you. Prices begin with
the open shelf at $3.50.
The Panel Tapestries are
new-and very handsome.
Draped around with silk thew
look like the genuine orien-
tails that cost from SIS to $50.
The twelve subjects are
copies of famous paintings
and they're done in oil. S3.4S
) why not one OF these to
some friend?
Draperies-Ladies' Desks
- Corner Chairs - Fancy
Rockers-just step in and see
what's here.
F1OEkE,
FURNITURE, CARPETS. DRAPERIEs.
Pa. Ave. and 9Th Street.
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w EMS NIGH t
--TOnigf1t--
At the Palais Royal.

N "A DISTINCTIONS most modern department
M/NX store is open after pm. but very few
W W days i'm the year. We are naturally
anxious that the coming few evenings
shall be made as interesting possible Gentlemen
are especially invited tonight. Bring sweethearts
and wives, but leave the children at home. Tomor
row or Saturday shall be their might with Santa
Claus i'm real life.
Tonight is to be given to the menom the innemost
OF the where the electricity made that the and
lights OF the great building the floor where
work Men of mechanical will be interested
the counting machines
permanent will admire the dpaysthe
of forms and the spots great floors
The business will feel that hundred
ate stores virtually under this great present
army of nearly 500 employees is we'll trained
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
Rolled Gold.

" Lorgnette and Fan Chains
=. .Children's and Infants Pins,
3 in set. Mems Cuff Buttons
and Shirt Studs. Ladies'
Brooch Pins. Earrings, Brace
lets. Buckles, Hat Pins and Or
Taments. Fac SMILES OF 7m1
expensive geld jewelry.. I>S
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
S2.l0 for $2.08 Silk Umbrellas.

ehanMesf for
nhaveE english Sly free.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

That's why our line of
Fancy Pieces in Furniture
offers such an attraction to
the gift buyer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

They're odd effects-brand
new-eNclusive-and of the
finest workmanship that goes
into Furniture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

This collection has been
gathered especially for the
holidays-made expressly for
us-and its a big stock. But
its going rapidly. Such val
ues-such attractiveness at
such prices-move quickly.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16

Why don't you give that
man one of these new tangled
Shaving Stands? Besides the
ornamental side he'll find it
immensely convenient. Oak
and mahogany. A modern
lied antique.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
ssSpeciaIs'' ON the Third Floor.

TN for the Ladies' SIP and
QWeS4 French Scarfs
cite and
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66C for Books i'm 6=VOl. Sets.

bSnrerior Ciothbound ooksthe
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SIC for All ST Toys and Cannes.

GTBsement floor for these large we'll finished D
boards. Tool Chests, Drums. Rocking Horses. Air
China Tea Sets Writing Desks Sdeboais, Magic
covered with real horseskin Games Of all kinds.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-12-16
All at 10 per cent discount.

plain with sterling
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
Painless Dentistry.

Dr.. j. c. Cane, the painless dentist
of Minneapolis, who is SO well and
favorabIy known all over the north
west as an expert dentist and pain
less tooth extractor, will be at Miller
Nov. % to 9th prepared to do all
kinds of modern dental work. Moth
ing but high grade, up to date work
done. Treating and preserving the
natural teeth a speciality. Do not
fail to try my new process OF extrac-
ting or filing teeth without pain.
It's grand. Fine gold filings a
speciality; other filings used when
desired Office at hotel, Nov. 90 to
9th.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
Cree.CraWley Wedding.

Married, Wednesday, Nov. 18th, at
the home of the brides parents in
Alpha township, Mr.. d. p. Cree and
Miss Maggie Crawley, Rev Davis offici.
ating. The PRESS will have plenty
OF company in wishing this happy
couple all the usefulness OF energetic
lives; all the Joy and contentment OF
a complete union: all the comforts
and happiness of little home and
it's fireside circle, where the sorrows
and joys of an inner life are shared
and appreciated-which the world
sees not, and knows naught of. The
groom, Porter, " As called by his
friends, is one of the oldest settlers
in northwest Hand county, well anC
favorahy known. The bride was fol
some time clerk in Stover's store
where she won many friends by hel
cheerful disposition and gentle man
ners. The happy couple will make
their home on the Cree place in Green
leai township.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
The Surprise of All.

Mr.. James Jones, of the drug firm OF
Jones & Son. Cowden, H., in speaking
Of Dr. Kings New Discovery, Gays that
last winter his wife was attacked with La
Grippe, and her case grew so serious that
physicians at Cowden and Pana could dc
nothing for her. 1t seemed to develop
into hasty consumption. Having DIR.
Kings New Discovery in store, and sell
ing lots OF it. he took a bottle home. and
to the surprise Of all sho began to get bet
ter from first dose, and half dozen dollar
bottles cured her sound and well. DR.
Kings New Discovery for CONSUMPTION,
Coughs and Colds is guaranteed to do
this good work. Try it, Free trial bot
ties at j. d. Fitzgeralds drug store.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

and like true hero stood oyer the
PROSTATE form of his little master
and fought the vicious pony with
teeth and feet. This alone undoubt-
edly saved the boy from instant
death, as it enabled the frightened
mother, who jumped through the
open window, to reach the scene in
time to prevent any further injury to
her boy. The little fellow was I'M
conscious, but was carried to the
house and soon brought to. Hewas
somewhat bruised, and had a flesh
wound in the back where the horse
had grabbed him, but nothing SER
ious resulted-thanks to the noble
little pony that stood such faithful
guard over him. 1t is the more re,
markable too when known that the
boys pony was really afraid OF the
vicious one, and would run from the
latter, but became a veritable hero
when his young master was in peril.
1t is needless to say that the good
pony can hereafter have anything he
wants on the Morrow farm.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
MiiIer'S First Lady.

The first white woman that ever
set foot on the ground where Miller
now stands arrived here this week
and is visiting at the home OF Z. j..
Miller. Her name is Mrs. Jennie New
miip, wife OF Henry Newmire, both OF
whom will be remembered by the old
er citizens. When she came from Au-
dubon, Iowa, in November 1881,
there was but one building to mark
the site of Hand county future CAPT
tai. That was ". II. Milier's claim
shanty which stood where the arte-
sian well how gushes forth as a mon
ument to the progress and ingenuity
Of the towns early settlers. There
were but four men here when Mrs.
Newmire came, viz: w. II. Miller, h.
j. Miller, George Hirtzel and Henry
Newmire. She came to make her
husband a visit and to see her future
home. She returned to Iowa for the
winter, then back to Miller the next
year. where with her husband and
son Albert, she resided for several
years, conducting a millinery store.
When the town plated the town
site company presented Mrs. New
mire the corner lot where the Citizen
bank now stands. The family now
reside ut Sioux City, Iowa, and are
engaged in running steam laundry.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
4 Noble Horse.

Mans useful four footed friend Of
ten developes a degree OF intelligence
apparently beyond the capacity OF a
dumb animal, or at least in excess OF
his kind. Such an incident is report
ed from the farm OF John f. Morrow
q few miles southwest OF Miller. Mr..
Morrow's eleven year old boy has a
gentle pony that has been his com
panion Tor some time, used for riding
and llivinr the stock. A short time
ago Mr.. Morrow bought ano Their
pony for his second boy, upon the
on arnntec that it was gentle. On
last Friday the Oldest boy got as
trile his own pony, the new one fol
lowing, AID started to water them.
When . short distance away from
tie house Mrs. Morrow, who hap
pene,! to be looking out OF the win
dow. was Mortified TO see the new po-
ny grab her boy by the back, dash him
to the ground, and then start for
him. But the boys faithful pony
friend seemed to grasp the situation
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

The Miller Bros. Mill Co. are doing
their share to attract business by
advertising in newspapers in adioin-
ing counties-and. the natural result
is an increase in the volume o. bust
ness done at theirat mill. In this day
and age of rustling business activity
advertising in some form is Il matter
of necessity.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

The DeSmet creamery paid its pa
irons S2,206 for their September
milk; the Parkston creamery 81, oil
and the kimball creamery 800.
What a neat thing a couple OF thou
sand per month would be to add to
stock and wheat receipts OF farmers
near Miller!
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

The PRESS Office has Just received
n new lot OF statIonery-letter heads,
envelopes, statements, cards, etc,
that will be neatly printed at less
than Montgomery & Warl prices.
The rREss does II vast amount OF
free work for the town OF Miller
every wear. There should beful! reel
procity.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
Bnclzlen,s Arnica snlye.

The best salve in the world for cuts
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheGnl,
fever sores, letter, chapped hands,
chilblains, corns and all skin eru1,-
tions, and positively cures piles, or
no pay required. 1t is guarantee
to give perfect satisfaction or money
refunded. Price % cents per boz.
For sale by j. d. Fitzgerald. Mcbl IS
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
AT the Miller Mill.

% pounds OF Patent flour,
30 pounds OF Second Patent,
33 pounds OF Straight.
80 pounds of High grade Bakers,
is what we are giving in exchange
for bushel OF No. / wheat, with
bran and shorts.
For 40 bushels We will keep man
and team over night.
MILLER Bros. Go.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Cashier Waters, OF the Citizens
bank, announces that he issued very
close to $4,000 exchange last week.
Reliable testimony that a zephyr
from the business revival has been
wandering about this community.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Money on my book account is
what / want, as | can't do business
on wind. Call aud settle by Deem
Der first and oblige. Yours,
46t4 j. ID. FITZGERALD.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Our elegant line of holiday gifts
will be open for inspection in few
days. Call early and make your Sc
lections. q. G.. BRIGGS.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18
Dressed or Undressed.

Big or little, handsome or homely
dolls in Ell dless variety at Briggs
book store. In fact the best stock
of dolls ever shown in Miller. Come
in and see them. to.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

George Beasom has purchased the
large McEldownew delling, north of
Artesian lake, and will move the
same this fall to his farm adjoining
town, where he will fix up comfort
able home.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

The aged lady friends of Mrs. Nan
cy Miller pleasantly surprised her
last Saturday by gathering at her
home to celebrate her birthday.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Potatoes in wagon load loads are
selling at 20 cents per bushel at
Hitchcock, 40 miles away. They
bring 40 cents in Miller.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

A. b. Linn and j. S. Mcdonald, of
Carleton, were county seat visitors
last week, assisting. d. Stapp prove
up on 100 acres.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

j. Ruggenburg and family returned
last week from Hamilton, Mont, sick
OF that country and glad to get back
to Hand county after a year Or two
absence.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Rev. Carwell, pastor of the Evan
gelical church, is holding meetings
through the week in Pearl town.
ship. He breaches in Miller Sunday,
morning and evening.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

{. +. Erickson, the expert meat
market man, has bought ID. Walsh
out, and will hereafter run the Pho
neer market himself Mr.. Walsh will
move to his farm IN Cedar township.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Agent Estee and his assistant
Ralph Munger are kept on the Jump
at the c. & n. w. depot attending to
very large fall business.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

We have some very nice mares with
foal, to trade for heavy draft geld
ings. t3~ Miller Bank.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

No northern apples this winter, say
the dealers. The supply comes from
Missouri.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Step in and see the japanese china
and other novelties in china ware.
t2 J. III. VAN Loon.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

You ought to see the beautiful Be-
hemian blown glass ware, at
u j. III. VAN LOOKS.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

\. Johnson has returned from a
visit with relatives in several Iowa
towns.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

All package coffee 10c cash at Co
quillette's, to consumers only, and
not more than 81 worth to any one
person. If
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

The Christian Endeavor Prayer
meeting topic for Nov. q, 1897, is,
Gratitude; to whom, for what, how
shown ?" Ieader-Chas, Thompson.
The pioneer press. (Miller, Hand County, S.D.) 1893-190?, 1897-11-18

Bills are out advertising a dance
at st. Lawrence on Thanksgiving
night.