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The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The Salvation Army in Chicago
has plan similar to that so effectively
employed by General Booth for the
regeneration of the dwellers in the
lowest slums OF London. and which
has been followed with good results.
They contemplate the drafting OF the
unemployed and penniless from Chi
cago and putting them at work on
small tracts OF land and in small fac
tories outside of the city.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

European doctors approve the de-
olson of the New York Board of Health
in regard to the isolation Of consump-
tives. They say, however, that 1t Is
theoretically imperative, yet in prac-
tice it is very difficult to carry on.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

DR.. Lyman Abbott is in trouble again
over that Jonah and the whale mar
rative. Whenever minister tries to
handle that biblical story it proves to
be all Jonah"
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The report that Gomez is moving
back" to avoid the heavy Spanish col
umns suggests that Gen. Weyler should
break up his columns with more para
graphs.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

A German scientist says that the
very best thing anyone can do is to
eat apples If we remember correct
ly the late Mr.. Adam adopted that plat
form, and see where he landed!
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

Asbestos has recently been applied
by Massachusetts firm to the manu-
facture of shoes for workingmen en-
ployed in foundries and smelling
works. 1t is asserted that the new
shoes, besides being more comfortable,
cost less thar leather shoes and wear
indefinitely.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

en- up for. consideration, the author
made strong plea for fixing the legal
rate at per cent, with II maximum
charge OF per cent. upon special con-
tract. After some discussion Mr.
Persons bill, fixing the rate of inter-
est at s per cent, with maximum
charge of ~ per cent. on special con-
tract. was accepted as an amendment
for Mr.. Hart's bill. and with these
amendments the bill passed second
reading
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

Myler Dono oliver of Kansas City
has four living great-grandparents and
four grandparents. 1t is apparent that
he will not suffer for lack. of parental
admonition.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

No man ever became of much use to
the world until he learned that he
could not live on the promises OF other
people.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The New York board of health has
listed consumption as an infectious dis
ease Now the health authorities of the
city of Cleveland are considering a
regulation requiring consumptives &c
carry cuspidors with them.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

People who cannot distinguish be-
tween what they need and what the!
desire are never satisfied.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The Popes' golden rose Is destined this
year for the Duchess Maria Theresa, wife ~
the crown prince OF wurtemburg. The rose
is an artistic creation In gold and precious
stones. executed by the Vatican jeweler.
and is bestowed In mid Lent on some Cath
ollie princess who has been conspicuous for
her services to the church.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The older a man gets" said the
corn-fed philosopher, the harder he
finds it to feel sorry for woman
whose pug dog has died"
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

Honor is one of the things that gen
orally fall to the lot Of those who are
not seeking 1t.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

We are all too apt to think that bad
people will make an exception in their
conduct towards us.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The Treasury portfolio seems now te
be formally engaged.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26
1897 BUS. roTAroEs PER ACRE.

Don't believe 1t, nor did the editor
until he saw Salzer's great farm seed
catalogue. It's wonderful what an ar
ray Of facts and figures and new
things and big yields and great tesu-
monials 1t contains.
Send This Notice and 10 Cents Stamps
to John A. Salzer Seed Co.. La Crosse,
Wis, for catalogue and ~ rare farm
seed samples. worth $40, to get start
We.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

Intending immigrants to the United
States who can't read will do well to or
ganize good night school right now.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

The smashing of the Colorado potato
trust will result in more mashed pota'
toes
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

We are all too apt to think that our
wishes are really our rights.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

People who have no malice in their
makeup are seldom amusing.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

..What is chivalry. Uncle George at i.
giving II woman your seat in car without
getting veNed at her for not thanking you. -
When bilious or costive eat Cascaret.
candy cathartic, cure guaranteed. loc, 2'c.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

1t is possible for people to be bright
enough to dazzle themselves.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
Druggists refund the money il IL fails to cure 25c
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

MAKE Ten Thousand Dollars by chewing
PASTEURINE GUN For particulars write JOHN
T. AlLLIkEN d 90, st. Louis, NO.
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

..Are you i'll favor one-cent postage. Bar
clay" "Yes. except on love-letters: don't
think courting ought TO be made any cheap
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

.'BowEer was n wreck. and now he Is
completely restored TO health '.Whnt cured
him." He simply gave up trying TO catch
street cars
The Springfield herald., 1897-02-26

v
Il matter of right was read a third
time, but as it had been amended dur
ing its consideration on second reading.
the House decided that ii should be
printed again.
Another bill oy Mr.. Hart. to require
firms, corporations or individuals trad
\ ing under assumed names or under
| company names. TO file with the county
clerk in the county where they may be
doing business the names OF the real
persons Interested. passed third read
ing and will go to the Senate
A bill by Mr.. Gardner to permit of
two or more school districts in the
smaller counties forming n high school
district for the districts affected passed
third reading.
a bill by Hume Lewis to amend the
criminal code 50 as to exempt the word
razor" us applying to concealed weap-
ons. was considered in committee of
the whole on second reading.
| The Judiciary committee nmended the
i bill so as not to make compulsory the
searching of parties for concealed
weapons without warrant by oNicers
! when requested to do so by citizens.
This WIS accepted by the author
The following bills passed second
reading: The Annear hill TO abolish the
office of superintendent of immigra-
ton; n DILL by Mr.. Champion to require
railroad companies to block between
| switch rails 10 prevent accidents; a bill
| ny Mr.. Rohde TO require coal compa-
MES to employ check weighmen in coal
mines where the men are paid by the
| ton. bill TO prevent county superin-
| tendents of schools from securing Ger
! tificates as teachers from themselves:
| Mr.. Powell's bill to require railroad
companies to fence their crossings and
right of way. and to provide Il new
schedule to be paid for animals de
stroyed by the railroads.
The House then adjourned to meet
Tuesday morning.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
a Snortmen's Park.

W. r. Thomas has project under
way which should meet with the appro-
baton and encouragement Of the local
wheelmen and all lovers of outdoor
recreation. He proposes to convert
the meadow land owned by Mrs. E..
Richards, lying between Richards
avenue and Twelfth street, and just
Lorth of the Richards grove, into a
park for the benefit of such as will be
willing to help maintain it. A quarter
mile bicycle track and tennis courts
will be included among the attractions,
while benches and ample shade may
induce those so inclined to while away
the time IN study or reading. The site
is an attractive one and quite accessi-
BILE. Mr.. Thomas states that he will
put this pleasure ground in shape pro-
viding sufficient funds are guaranteed
through the sale Of season tickets
at one dollar apiece. The tickets
will entitle the holders to the privi-
leges of the park at all times. Mr..
Thomas would like to hear from all
desiring to avail themselves Of the
benefits of his project before April l,
and it is hoped ample encouragement
will be given him.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
CITY CONVENTION

A Republican city convention will be
held at the city hall on Saturday,
March 81, at o'clock P. M, to place in
nomination candidates for city officers
to be supported at the ensuing election,
and to transact such other business as
may properly be considered. Each
ward will be entitled to three delegates
in said convention.
j. T. MoAK,
Chairman Republican City Committee.
Watertown, March Is. 1897.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24

We do money loaning, insur-
ance and real estate business.
Prompt attention given to probating
estates, correcting titles, and collect
ing accounts.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
DAMAGED BY SMOKE ONLY.

The Chicago Shoe Manufacturing
company and the Queen City Clothing
company (adjoining buildings) were
damaged to the extent of $175, 900.
Part of this mammoth stock has been
shipped to WATERFOWL and placed
in the large storerOom in the Miller
block, next to Seibel's dry goods
store, on Main street. and will be sold
to the people of Jefferson county, as
directed by the insurance company, at
less than appraised value. This great
fire sale of mems, boys, ladies', misses
and children's shoes, together With
mems, boys and children's clothing,
will commence Wednesday, March 81 !,
1897, and will continue four days only,
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and
Saturday, March 81 and April l. g. and
3, 1897 making this the greatest four
days sale ever inaugurated In Water
town. Among the many bargains you
will find: Ladies' and gents house
slippers worth $1.00. at 81 cents; gents
dress shoes worth $175, at 81 cents;
gents heavy working shoes worth
$1.25, at 70 cents; ladies' dress shoes,
lace and button, worth $3.50, at SO
cents; ladies' and gents dress shoes
worth $3.50, at 81 "a; ladies' and gents
fine shoes worth So. 90 at 81 48; ladies'
and gents custom made shoes worth
81 so, at 81 49, ladies' and gents hand
sewed shoes worth $500, at 50 4S;
children's school shoes, sizes from to
IL, worth ST .25, at "A cents; misses and
youths school shoes worth 81 so, at SO
cents; ladies' low cuts worth Sl.25, at
"a cents; ladies' fine Oxfords worth
$500, at 81 25. Mems pants worth
S1.25, at 6S cents; mems business pants
worth So 100. at 90 cents; mems fine
pants worth So 90, al 81 "a; mems tailor
made pants worth S. o., at 50 48; boys
long pants worth 81 so, at rs cents;
mems suits worth S. 90, at So 20; mems
cashmere suits worth $1,000, at $40;
men fine cashmere suits worth Sl5,OC,
at $6.78; mems fine custom made suits
worth $l8 co. at So IS; mems fine tailor
made suits worth $22 GO. at 1898; mems
satin lined suits worth 800, at $l2.19;
children's school suits worth $500, at
80 cents; children's fine suits worth
$3.50, at ST "a; children's dress suits
worth S. 90 at $2.4S And so on through
the line you will find bargain after
bargain; nothing reserved, as every
thing must be sold in four days. Re-
member, Wednesday, March 81, 1897,
is the opening dav and the sale will
continue for four days only. Look for
the red sign.
H. D. MINcEs, Agent.
Merchants desiring to fill up for the
coming season will find this good
ODDOrtunity
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
REPUBLICAN CAUCUSES.

Republican caucuses Will be held at
the usual places in each of the several
wards of this city on Friday even
ing, March 26, at o'clock, for the
purpose of nominating ward officers to
be supported at the ensuing election,
and also for the election of three dele
gates from each of said wards to the
city convention to be held at the city
hall on the evening of the 9th inst.
J, T. MoAK,
Chairman Republican City Committee.
Dated, March Is, 1897.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
Schempf BrothersCo.
RETAILERS FOR CASH
housekeeping time

Will soon be upon us with
all it's accompanying carpet
whipping and carpet-laying, and
how often has the taking up of
a carpet told it's little story of
being too much worn for further
usefulness. We've not sold you
any carpet-but we are prepared
to sell you now. Let US show
you the stock.
The Ingrains-cotton chain, at25c and 35c
Atwood, 40c, 45c, soc, Doc
and sec.
Tapestries special grades, roc and roc.
Brussels at soc.
Administers, at 81 90 and Sl.25.
Moquettes, at ST. 90 and Sl15.
Wilton Velvets, Sl.35
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
PERSONAL MENTION.

M. Colligan leaves for Saginaw, Mich.
this week.
R. Crosby, wife and son are visiting
at Delavan.
Edward May was home from Chicago
over Sunday.
w. G. Stone is in Milwaukee On bust
ness this week.
Miss Gertrude Malloy was a visitor
at Horizon last week
Rev. 6. G. Weiss spent the first of
the week at Hartland.
Mrs. William Reichardt is on visit
to Milwaukee relatives.
Julius F. Bellack, of Chicago, is visit
ing at his old home here.
Sheriff Roach was up from the county
seat Monday On business.
Miss Irene Smith, of Chicago, lie the
guest of Mrs. G. G.. Lewis.
Miss Clara Bellack has been visiting
her brothers at Columbus.
Miss Dollie O'Connor, of Juneau,
VlSll6u lIlGuu6 mere
C. I. Harring, of Milwaukee, was
Sunday visitor with g. G. Lewis.
Mrs. w. T. Slight has returned from
visit to relatives at Beaver Dam.
Mrs. Elizabeth March is home from
visit to her daughter at Marinette.
William Schermerhorn. of Oconomo-
CT LOT
Will Davies received visit from his
father, H. A. Davies, of Berlin, Satur-
day.
Walter Blair, employed in cream
cry near Oconomowoc, was home over
Sunday.
Mr.. and Mrs. John S. Bennett, of
Milwaukee, spent Saturday with rela-
tives here.
Alderman S. NJ. Eaton transacted
business in the northern part Of the
state last week.
Charles Hilgendorf is in Chicago &C
quainting himself with the musical
merchandise business.
j. M. Gorney was Milwaukee visi
tor Saturday and heard Richard Mans
field in Beau Brummel."
Mr. and Mrs. William Schiebel are
entertaining the laCter's sister, Miss
Ida Villweck, of Oshkosh.
Mr.. and Mrs. David Waechter, of
Granville, were guests at the home of
H. j. Hoffman, last week.
Frank E. Woodland and bride arrived
home last Wednesday evening from
their Southern wedding tour.
Miss Mavme Shillcox left Thursday
fo1 New London, where she has Sc
cured an appointment to teach school.
Theodore Huber is attending the an
nual meeting Of the Wisconsin Retail
waukee.
DR.. o. E. Meyer and Gustav Buch-
heit were among Watertownites who
heard Richard Mansfield in Milwaukee
Saturday.
w. II Hoge, head bookkeeper for
the Mccormick Harvester company,
Chicago, was the guest of State Agent
D. Griffin Monday.
George and Thomas Chesley, of
Owatonna, Mimi, are paying visit to
their sister, Mrs. n. Straw, and their
brother, Timothy Chesley.
Mrs. J. 7. Mccarthy, of Little Rock,
Ark, accompanied by her daughter, is
here on an extended visit to her par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. w. P. Brown.
Mrs. F. E Park, of Lake Mills, has
been visiting at the home of her
nephew, G. NJ Park, for some time
past. Her husband spent Sunday here.
Charles A. Gamm visited in Chicago
a portion of last week. In his absence
his drug store was in charge of Charles
Fischer, of Chicago, who served an APP
premiership under Mr.. Gamm.
Mrs Fred Ryder and adopted daugh
ter Isabelle, of Watertown, were the
guests of Mrs. J. Phillips and family
over Sunday Miss Ruth Phillips &C
companied them home Monday.-COI-
unabats Democrat.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24

There is real comfort and &C
tual saving of labor and carpets,
in the possession Of a ''Bissell'
Sweeper. 1t has very superior
merits over any other sweeper
made. At S1.75 to 50. so.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
Ladies' Skirts.

A large assortment, in yari
ETY. of cloths. See them and
compare tbs all that's neces-
sary. At S1.75, $500 and up to
S6.5O
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24

IT. u. MINCES, Ag6HI.
Merchants desiring to fill up for the
coming season will find this a good
opportunity.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24

The Crawfish river section south
west of here is threatened with a food.
The water is higher than it has ever
been since the Milford dam was re-
moved, and it has been constantly
rising since Saturday. There is an ice
gorge at Hubbleton and unless it soon
breaks the railway bridge may be de-
stroyed.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
New Rugs and Portieres.

The season S newest creations
in large variety. There are new
colors and new designs
New Chenille Portieres, at $500, s.. SO to
$500 per pair.
Derby and Tapestry. S! % to s.. per pair
Rope POrtieres. s.. 30 to $500 each.
japanese Portieres, $500 to $50 per pair
RUGS-Smyrna, at CSC to $500.
Moquettes, SI.00 to $3.50.
WitOns, 81 90.
ART SQUARES, $500. $3.50, s. 90, $500, &C
cOrding to size.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24

Mrs. J. T. Moak, of Watsrtown, and
Mrs. Mary Walker, of Kalamazoo.
Mich, who have been visiting Mr.. and
Mrs. L. B. Caswell, Jr., went to Shar-
on for a visit on Wednesday. Fort
Atkinson Union.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1897-03-24
Ladies' Wrappers.

It's no longer an exception
it's the rule-for ladies to buy
ready made wrappers. And why
not, when they can buy them at
the price of the materiallalone.
Neat calico wrappers, we'll
made, fast color, at SOC. Better
ones at 69c, CSC and up to S1.65.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1897-12-23
A FITFuL PENsIoNER.

A Washington correspondent of n
Chicago paper gives additional details
of an extraordinary incident that was
only briefly alluded to In the dis
patches. 1t relates to the cancella-
ton OF the pension certificate of Rev
J.. j. Keith Of Vincennes, Indiana, he
cause the holder has informed the
bureau that he does not consider him
self entitled to pension and has
asked that his name be dropped from
the rolls. This is the second time Mr.
Keith has asked this favor, and there
Is no reason why he should not be graft
fed. He was corporal of company b.
26th Indiana volunteer infantry, enlisted
in August, 1861. and was honorably
discharged in 1866. He applied for
pension in 1884 The board of surgeons
found him suffering from chronic in
digestion and other troubles and
granted him a pension of $40 per
month. Five years later he applied
for an increase and again i'm 1892. until
his monthly pension was increased to
S22. Then. in 1893, he wrote a curious
letter to the commissioner of pensions,
asking that his name be dropped from
the rolls on the ground that his dis
ability had ceased. That was done.
Two years later he made an nppica-
tion for the restoration Of his pension,
and In 1895 was examined by the regu-
lar board and found to be suffering
from u kidney disease. chronic indl-
gestion and general collapse Of the
nervous system. A pension of Sl2 a
month was granted him, which he has
drawn regularly until few weeks
since, when he wrote the department
that he could not consclentiously re-
ceive any more money until the gov
eminent saw fit to grant him a pension
Tor some permanent disability, such as
old age.
The files of the pension office show
mat there is only one other such case
on record. Two or three years ago
cowboy out in Dakota refused to re-
ceNe his pension on the ground that
'"e disability for which it had been
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1897-12-23
CHRISTMAS GIFTS.

The custom of giving Christmas pres
ents may have originated in a desire
to celebrate the attendance of the east
ern astronomers on the w-born babe
at bethlehem, on which occasion they
brought costly gifts as a tribute to
Him in whom they saw the Savior; or
IL may have been introduced to pro-
mote peace on earth and good viii to
men," Undoubtedly the first Christmas
offerings were made rather as tribute
to Jesus. though friends were the re-
cipients. on the principle that whatever
has been done unto one of the least OF
His disciples He accounts as having
been done unto Him. This view Is sus-
tanned by the fact that formerly 1t was
the custom of the wealthy and mighty
to make presents chiefly to those de-
pendent on them and to the poor
Christmas was time for general char
ity. Gradually this was almost lost
sight of and the yearly feast became
the occasion of an exchange OF gifts
among friends and at present 1t Is
above all the childrens festival.
There is no occasion to regret this.
1t is due to the Gospel that the en-
dren are no longer counted as burden
but a blessing. The advent of Jesus
sanctified. In the language of
Irenaeus, every age. including that OF
infants and little children. and 1t is
proper that they should be made to re-
joice in remembrance of their Sancti-
fer. A comparison between the posi-
tion of the child in former ages, or In
pagan countries where they are not
much more than merchandise. with the
status of the child born where the in
fluence of the Cross rules. shows what
the young generation has gained. Our
palatial school houses and perfect sys-
TEN of education procured at great
cost, picture books, the best art can pro-
duce, and multitude of expensive
toys are an evidence of the Importance
with which the child is regarded In the
state and the home.
But the real Significance of the fes-
tival of the child should not be left out
OF view. When is there an opportunity
more appropriate to tell the boys and
girls the beautiful story Of the Re-
deemer than this, on which their hearts
swell with joy2 They should be taught
why Christmas is being celebrated.
They should be led to sympathlze with
other children, not SO fortunately stu
ated as they are: with the orphans and
those perchance worse Off than or
phans; they should be taught that
in some act OF kindness to the sick
aud the poor is more intense pleasure
than in the enjoyment Of what parents
and friends bestow upon them; in
other words that the giver is more
blessed than the receiver. As IT Is
owing to infinite and most unselfisf
divine love that Christmas can be
celebrated at all, 1t is but unworthily
observed If people have no thought but
for themselves.
Generally 1t involves but little sacri-
flee to spread Joy in our surroundings
The very fact that one who has but
few friends has been remembered" or
such an occasion imparts value to ans
gift. whatever Its intrinsic worth may
be.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1897-12-23

At this time of the year a cold 10 very
easily contracted. and Il left to run its
course without the aid of some reliable
cough medicine is liable TO result in
that dread disease. pneumonia. We
know OF no better remedy to cure a
cough or cold than Chamberlain
Cough Remedy We have used it cutie
extensively and It has always given en-
tire satisfaction.-olagah Ind. Ter.
Chief
This is the only remedy that Is known
TO be a certain preventive of pnen-
monia. Among the many thousands
who have used II for colds and Ia
grippe, we have never yet learned OF
a single case having resulted In pneu-
monia. Persons who have weak lungs
or have reason to fear AN attack Of
pneumonia. should keep the remedy at
hand. The 20 and so cent sizes for sale
by Druggists.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1897-12-23

Work and scheme for every cent,
Beat the Landlord out the rent,
Saving all the cash get
Never worry, never fret,
Live in just q frugal way
Glad to get two meals a day.
All l wants to get n roll
Then you bet III take a stroll,
Way back east to see the boys.
Talk of pleasures and of joys.
Sleepers with ELECTRIC LIGHT
Makes day out of night
Dining cars and lots to eat
stoves? NIT" all steam heat,
Rock ballast and oak ties
Vestlbule train, how she flies.
Service the best you ever see.
on the great &c. NJ. 6 st. p
Try them once, then / guess
You'll know what's TRUE HAPPI
NESS