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Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
S|00 To Any Man.
WILL PAY 500 FOR ANY CASE
OF Weakness in Mcn They Treat and
Fail to Cure.

Fail to Cure.
An Omaha Company places for the first
time before the public MAGICAL TREAT
MENT for the cure of Lost Vitality, Nervous
and Sexual Weakness, and Restoration Of
Life Force in old and young men. No
WORKOUT French remedy; contains no
Phosphorus or other harmful drugs. It is
a WONDERFUL TREATMENT-magical in it's
efects-positive in its cure. All readers,
who are suffering from q weakness that
blights their life, causing that mental and
physical suffering peculiar to Lost Man.
hood, should write to the STATEMEDICAL
COMPANY, Omaha, Neb., and they will
send you absolutely FREE, valuable
paper on these diseases, and positive proofs
of their truly MAGICAL TREATMENT. Thous-
ands of men, who nave lost all hope Of q
cure, are being restored by them to per-
feet condition..
This MAGICAL TREATMENT may be taken
at home under their directions, or they will
pay railroad fare and hotel bills to all who
prefer to 60 there for treatment, if they
fail to cure. They are perfectly reliable;
have no Free Prescriptions, Free Cure,
Free Sample, or c. o. b. fake They have
$3.50, 900 capital, and guarantee to cure
every case they treat or refund every dollar;
or their charges may be deposited in q
bank to be paid to them when cure is
effected. Write them today.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Hands on.

The teaching of science in elemen-
tary schools is liable to be attended by
Misunderstanding and complaints. An
exchange reports that teacher in
New York town received the following
indignant note from the father Of one
of her pupils: "My boy tells me that
when 1 trink beer der overcoat vrom
my stummack gets too thick. Please
be so kind and don't interfere in my
family affairs
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Emphatic Agreement.

wv nat! WnHt!
The irate old man shriekcd with in.
dignation-
"You want to steal my child from
me, to rob me Of my daughter? Why,
sir--''
His rage got the upper hand of him,
and he gasped some more
Rascal is no name for your
The young man was perfectly calm.
You bet it isn't," he said. slowly;
"and if anyone says otherwise there's
liable to be trouble"
In the face of such sublime gall,
what could the old man do?-Puck.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
An ArRUmcnt.
1.-THE two best men l ever knew,

1.-THE two best men 1 ever knew"
began the raconteur.
Excuse me-" interrupted the precise
man, 'but you ought not to say that"
II hadn't got quite started yet. How
did you know what l was going to
say?'
Il was referring to your English.
Best is superlative, you know. There
can't be more than one best"
"Humph! That shows how much
you have read"
"There is nothing to prove the con-
trary."
'Yes there is. Take any newspaper
and read the bicycle advertisements. >
washington Star.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
How'R Thisy

We offer One Hundred Dollars reward
for any case OF Catarrh that cannot be
cured by Halls Catarrh Cure.
F. ]. CHENEY & CO., Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned, nave Known F.
]. Cheney FOR the last Is years, and believe
him perfectly honorable IT: all business
out any obligations made hy their firm.
West & Truax, Wholesale Druggists,
Toledo, o. Waiding. k:nnan & Marvin,
Wholesale Druggists. Toledo. O..
Halls Catar:h Cure 70 taken internally.
acting direc..y upon tbs blood and mu-
cous surfaces of the system. Testimo-
malls sent free. Price 75c Der bottle. Sold
by all druggists.
Ilalrs Family PINS are the best.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Big Family.

The seventeenth annual reunion Of
the Harlan family took place in West
Chester, Pa, last week. This is one
of the largest families in the country,
with members in every state in the
Union. The 1000 or more members of
the family in the assembly are de-
scendants of George Harlan and his
family, who settled in Chester county
zoo years ago. The ship in which they
sailed from England was wrecked on
the Atlantic coast just 100 years ago.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
An Untimcly Question.

1t was very warm at Nantasket, and
there were scores of persons in bath
ing. One girl, however, logged in a
handsome outing suit, had an involun-
tary bath from dory, which capsized
just beyond the surf line. There were
two men with her, but neither offered
to assist her. She was obliged to
swim, wade and scramble to the shore
herself. When she struck the sands
and sank, somewhat exhausted. a
double-barreled idiot who stood by,
asked her: as the water cold"' The
look she gave him would have crushed
any but q man of his species. She was
too mad 10 speak.-Boston Traveller.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Tint Terrible Scourxc,

Malarial disease is invariably supple
mented by disturbance of the liver, the
bowels. the stomach and the nerves. To
the removal of both the cause and it's
effects Hostetter's Stomach Bitters IS tul-
ly adequate. 1t fills the bill'' as no
other remedy does. performing its work
thoroughly It's ingredients are pure and
wholesome, and it admirably serves to
build up a system broken by ill-health
and shorn of strength. Constipation, liver
and kidney complaint and nervousness are
conquered by it,
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Her Reflection 9 .

She stood in the sad sea waves and
sighed.
Its too bad" she said.
Then she sighed again.
"These amateurs are getting to be so
expert that we professionals have very
little show" she added.
Her business was posing in the liv-
ing picture exhibitions, and it was her
first day at fashionable seaside re-
sort.-Chicago Post.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

The jaw had to be forced open; ana, as
this was a slow process. the interval
between the time of sevaring the head
from the body and opening the Jaws was
often one of unsurpassed anguish. The
philosopher who can endure the bite of q
swapping turtle in silence is yet to be
found.
The sad feature of this turtle matter is
that Echo lake Is ruined as pleasure
resort. AS q picnic locality its days are
numbered unless the turtles can be ex-
terminated.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Vengeance.

"Who was that man who was just
escorted through the place by a pos
seq" inquired the man from the East.
"Some desperate character, no doubt. f."
mo, stranger" replied Derringer
Dan. "He's worse'n a desperate char
acter. He's blame fool. That posse
is composed of his Teller citizens in a
town which, some years sence, he per-
suaded 'em to name Trilby. '-Wash-
ington Star.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Couldn't Use 1t,

give just worked up a great story
about our star being kidnapped by
bandits in Italy," said the press agent,
land the villain being caught and SEN
fenced to prison for life.
''Won't do" said the manager. "Some
fellow will be sure to say something
about the severity Of the sentence be-
ing out Of all proportion to the crime
of stealing a ham."-Indianapolis Jour-
nal,
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Correct.

Teachcr-A rich man dies and leaves
$1,000 OOO-one-fifth to his son, one
sixth to his daughter, oneseventh to
his wife. one-eighth to his brother and
the rest to foreign missions-what
does each one get?
Little Willie Briefs-A lawyer
Puck.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
A Warm Suit.

Miss uickstep-How nicely your BIZ
cycle suit fits you, Cousin Oliver. You
look as if you had bee nmelted and
run into it.
Young Peduncle (mopping his heat
ed brow)-You're very kind, Cousin
Amanda; but feel as if were melt
ing and running out of it!'-Chicago
Tribune.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
nend the Advertisements.

You will enjoy this publication much
better If you will get into the habit of
reading the advertisements; they will
afford a most interesting study and
will put you in the way of getting
some excellent bargains. Our adver-
tisers are reliable; they send what they
advertise.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
A Narrowing Ta1c.

Morris-You was telling me the 9th
er day that neighbor Of yours had
disappeared. You said that he had
money with him, and it was feared he
had met with foul play.
Nimmins-It turned out as We
feared. 1t seems he went off on q
wedding trip.-Boston Transcript.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Ills Interview.

Young Congressman-"Well. my
dear, what do you think? had the
honor of being interviewed this morn
ing on the leading topics of the day."
His Wife-"Indeed! What did you
say?"
Young Congressman-"I really can't
tell until I see the morning paper
Richmond Dispatch.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
EXDluined.

ut seems to be a case of genuine
attachment" said the young woman.
'She hasn't Tilted him yet"
NO" replied Miss Cayenne. "She
heartily dislikes the girl he is going to
give the engagement ring to next
Washington Star.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
DR.. ]. II. RINDLAUB, Specialist.
Eye, Ear. Nose and Throat,
Fargo, NJ DIX.
SIGN. of Identification.

Jacques is at the morgue looking for
a lost friend.
"Is there any sign by which you
could identify him?"
"Yes-he was deaf."-Le Monde
Comique.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Great Was the Fall.

He hobbled along on crutch, his
left arm was in sling, his right eyee
in mourning and his face was frescoed
with court plaster.
"Ahv' said a friend, "bicycle?'
INIT! Hammock. IN. Y. World.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
What Whimpton's Roy Said.

What Whimpton's BOY Said.
did you hear what Whimpton's lit
tie boy said when they showed him
the twins:"
"No; what was it?'
"EIe said: "There! Mammals been
getting bargains again! "-Collier's
Weekly.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
We All Wonder,

Little Clarence (after thinking deep.
ly)-1a?
Mr.. Callipers (wearily)-Well, my
son:
Little Clarence-Pa, why is it that
two-headed girls are so scarce when
two faced men are so common??-
uaruer's Bazar
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

FITS Permanently No fits or nervousness. after
FIRST days of DR.. Nlne's Great Nerve Restorer
Send for FREE $500 trial bottle and treatise
DR. H. II. KLINE. Ltd. 93l Arch St.. Philadelphia, Pa
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

The taking of the census in Japan is
simple. but the figures are utterly unreli-
able. The houses are counted, and an av-
erage of five persons is allowed for each
house.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
PEOPLE OF NOTE.

Mr.. Balfour of the English foreign
Office has a new bicycle which attracts
considerable attention among the Sec
retaries and officials. The action of
the pedals is vertical instead of cir
cular and when descending hill with
the feet at rest the pedals remain sta
tionary.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
Druggists refund the money II it fails to 25c
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

the men of their tribes. This special woman's
remedy was the one of most interest to tho
squaws of the tribe, it being prepared by them
as in fact were all the other remedies. To
bought of any druggist, and it is identically
the same as when it was prepared by the
Indians centuries ago. Other Kickapoo In
dian Remedies can also be bought, and it
should be remembered that these medicines
are all while prompt and efficient in their
acton-- absolutely harmless, as they contain
We would advise women who suffer to give
this remedy single trial and good health
will reward them. Kickapoo Indian Sagwa
also should be used to invigorate and build
up depleted condition of the body
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
More Exa@Dcratinx.

OF all sad words Of tongue or pen,
The saddest are, "It might have been."
But none can cause one so much woe
AS these short words, II told you so.'
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

Pisos Cure for Consumption is our only
Beltz, 439 Sth ave. Denver, Col, Nov.S, o.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
Call Again.

Mrs. WinslOw's Soothing Syrup
For children teething softens the reduces inan
nation allays pain. cures wind coc Is cents bottle
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

She would not only smile upon his
suit; she would laugh Historically and
shed tears and mop her face around
upon it, until it looked like perfect
fright.-Eetroit Journal
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

CRII Again.
Man at the Door, called to see the
head Of the family.
Mr.. Henpecked-She's out. Any
MESA ?Detroit Free Press.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
His Shit.

Would she smile upon his suit?
Ay, indeed!
&oxy'
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

The late Lord Lilford, to whose men,
ory three stained-glass windows have
been unveiled in the church of Thorp
Achurch, Northamptonshtre, was one
of the most distinguished oinithologists
OF the present generation. at Lilford
hall, his seat near Ovrdle, he had a
magnificent collection Of birds-both
live and notwithstanding no fewer
than seven different kinds of eagles,
which, together with owls, falcons,
hawks and buzzards were confined in
the numerous aviaries with which his
beautiful grounds were freely dotted
Lord Lilford during the last ten years
of his life was an absolute cripple.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30
A WOMARS SUFFERING.
The Story of a Life That shoal1
Have Been Filled with Bright.
ness and Joy, Marred by Sicks
ness.
The Indians Secret.
How Mrs. Hannah Faulwell Of Patterson,
Iowa, Learns From the Indian squaw
How to Get Health.

Mrs. Hannah Faulwell, of Patterson, Iowa,
writes the Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co., a.
follows :-"I wish to give my testimony in
behalf of your Kickapoo Indian Prairie Plant.
was in q terrible condition, having suffered
for years with female troubles. began to
improve, however, as soon as I took your
medicine. am still using it and am nearly
case. have no doubt but by continuing .
short time longer will experience complete
cure. Mrs. HANNAH FAULwELL.
This same Kickapoo Indian Prairie Plant 10
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1897-09-30

M. George Charpentier, the famous
Paris publisher, who backed Emile
lola with pension of $500 month
when he was poor and struggling, has
been promoted to the rank of officer
in the Legion Of Honor, very high
distinction in France.
The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
Proposals for Erection of School
Buildings.
Department of the Interior.
Office of Indian Affairs
Washington, d. c., january %, 1897.

'"'iiiiSuOH, ~. ", pituitary 20, lS9 {.
SEALED PROPOSALS, endorsed; Propos-
- ais for erection of school buildings and ad-
dressed TO The Commissioner of InQlan Affairs,
Washington, d. c., viii be received at this Of
nee until one O'Clock p. m, Of Tuesday, Febru-
airy 23d. 1897. for furnishing the necessary
materials and labor required in The erection
ana complexion OF two ca brick doraitory and
school buildings, with steam heating plant and
wiring Tor electric lighting, in strict accordance
with plans and specifications which may be ex-
ahmed at the Indian Office, WASHINGTON, u. c.,
the Offices OF the Globe Of ST. Paul. Mime
sofa; the Tribune OF Sioux CITY, Iowa.: lie
.SOuth Dakota Democrat OF Chamberlain.
5: d., and the BLACK Hills Union OF Rapid
City, S. D,
One OF said buildings is to be erected On gov
eminent site near Chamberlain, S. d., The
other on government site near Rapid City.
S. D..
Bidders will state specifically in their bids the
proposed for each building, complete, and the
length OF time required 60 do the work.
ne right is reserved to reject amy and all
bids. or any part Of any bid, if deemed for tie
besU interest of the service.
The attention of bidders is invited to Lhe act
or congress approved August list, 1892. entitled
An act relating to the limitation Of the hours of
daily service Of laborers and NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
ed upon the public works Of the United States
and Of the District of Columbia: also to the
act OF Congress approved August - 1894, en-
titled. An act for The protection of persons
struction Of public works. which will be made
apart OF any contract entered into under this
advertisement.
CERTIFIED CHECKS.
Each bid must be accompanied by a certified
check or draft upon some United States deposit
tory or solvent national hank in the vicinity
OF the residenhe of the bidder, made payable TO
the order of the Commissioner OF Indian AZ
fairs. for at least FIVE PER CENT OF the amount
OF the proposal, which check or draft VIII be
forfeited to the United States in case any bidder
or bidders receiving an award shall fail to
promptly execute a contract with good and
sufficient %sureties: otherwise to be re
turned to the bidder.
Bids accompanied by cash in lieu of certified
check or draft Will not be considered.
u. M. BROWNING,
Commissioner,
The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
Notice to Owner of Land Before Tax
Deed Shall Issue.
II Rapid City

To the Upper Rapid City Company:
YOU are hereby notified that on the 18th day
i Of Novembea, 1892, the following described
piece or parcel of real estate taxed in the name
OF the Upper Rapid City Co., and situated in
the county of pennington and state of South
Dakota. as follows: The southwest quart r of
the southwest quarter, section 9, Township l
north of range Z, 40 acres, was sold for taxes
then due and delinquent for the year 1891. at
tax sale by the treasurer of said county to
Pennington county, and was by said
purchaser duly assigned to H.. n.
Johnson. who is now the lawful holder of
the certificate of purchase. That said taxes
then due and delinquent $139. 16. with interest,
penalty and costs accrued, S746, making total
amount necessary to redeem Sl46. 50, and in ad
dition thereto the cost of service of this notice
together with such interest as may accrue az
ter this date must be paid, and that the right
OF redemption will expire and deed for said
land be made within sixty days after the COM
pleted service of this notice.
H.. n. JOHNSON.
(First publication Feb. 1879
The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
Notice of Sherif's Sale.

State of South Dakota, CT unity Of Penning-
ton: in Circuit Court Seventh Judicial Circuit,
Virgil II. Price
versus
James n. Terrell.
NOTICE is hereby given that by virtue of a
IN judgment of foreclosure and sale in the
above entitled action On the oath day of De-
cember. a. d. 1896, and an execution issued up
on said Judgment. the subscriber, John II. In
gersol, sheriff of Pennington county, South
Dakota, for that purpose appointed, will sell
at public auction at the front door of the court
house in the city Of Rapid City. county OF Pen
nlngtOn and state of South Dakota. On Satur-
day, the 18th day of February. 1897, at 2 o'clock
in the afternoon OF that day, the real estate
and mOrtgaged premises Situate in the county
OF Pennington and state Of South Dakota. and
directed in such judgment and execution to be
sold and therein described as follows:
The southwest quarter of the southwest
quarter of section seven. and the west half of
the northeast quarter and the northwest quar-
ter of the sc utheast quarter of section eighteen
and the east half of the northwest quarter and
lot one Of section eighteen, and the southeast
quarter of the southwest quarter OF section
seven. all in township two, north Of range six,
east of the Black Hills meridian; or so much
thereof as may be sufficient to satisfy said
judgment and costs. amounting in all to nine
hundred dollars and five cents, with interest
thereon from the date of said judgment and all
accruing costs Of sale.
Dated at Rapid City, South Dakota, Decem,
Der 28th, 1925.
LEVI MCGEE, JOHN 7. INGERSOL.
PLAINTIFFS Atty. Sheriff Pennington Co.
First publication January ~
The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
Notice to Owner Before Tax Deed
Shall Issue.

TO Mary A. Sawyer:
VOU are hereby notified that on the 18th
Il day Of November. 1891. the following de-
scribed piece or parcel Of real estate situated in
the county OF Pennington and state of South
block So OF the original JOwnSite of Rapid City,
South Dakota, was sold for taxes then due and
delinquent for the year 1891, at tax sale by
the treasurer of said county to Pennington
county and was by said pure haser duly assign
ed to Il, N. Johnson. who is now the lawful
holder Of the Certificate of purchase. That
said taxes then due and delinquent amounted
to S1sl.62, with icterest, penalty and costs ac-
crned, SO. So, mak1dg total amount necessary
to redeem SOL. 20. and in ambition thereto the
cost of service OF this notice, together with
must be paid and that the right of redemption
will expire and deed for SAID land be made
within sixty days from the completed service
of this notice. H. N. JOHNSON.
FIRST publication Feb. 5th)
The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
FREE LITERATURE.

Mr.. Bryan said in his letter to the free silver
forces aft / election, "We shall yet triumph. let
each advocate of bimetallism continue the work,
let all circulate Liyerature.' Organi-
cation and education is the wat :nword. For l)
be placed on the Silver Circulator List and sent to
the leading silver and reform papers in all parts
of the United States who will send you sample
c.pies free for distribution. Get on the list at
once; you will receive a large amount Of good
literature and are sure to be more than satisfied
with the investment Write your name and ad
dress PLAINLY. Address your letter to
BOX A, FARMERS TRIBUNE,
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The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
Notice to Creditors.

In County Court, within and for Pennington
county South DakoJa.
In the matter OF the estate OF Holloway P.
Lewis. deceased.
claimes against the estate Of Holloway +,
Lewis deceased. to present the same to the
undersigned, duly appointed administrators OF
said estate at her office on St. Joseph street in
Rapid City South Dakota anoticed duly verified
Four months Will be allowed from The date OF
this notice, within which to present such clam
after which time they will be barred from allow
ance as provided by law.
Dated this 21st. day of Dec. 1896.
S.. LEWIS.
Administrative
The Black Hills union. [volume] (Rapid City, Pennington County, Dakota [S.D.]) 1889-1904, 1897-02-05
Notice to Owner Before Tax Deed
Shall Issue,

10 John P. Plunkett and James Haley:
YOU are hereby notified that on the 18th
Il day of November, 1892, the following de-
scribed piece or parcel of real estate taxed in
the name of John P. Plunkett and James Hal
ley and situated in the county Of Pennington
and state of South Dakota, as follows Lots l 7
10, 10 and 20 III block SO OF the original town
site of Rapid City, 8. D., was sold for taxes
then due and delinquent for the year 1891 by
the treasurer of said county to Pennington
county and by said purchaser duly assigned to H.
N. Johnson, who is now the lawful holder of the
certificate of purchase, That said taxes then
due and delinquent amounted to S:9.53, with
interest, penalty and costs accrued, $3.50,
making total amount necessary to redeem
$63 .03, and in addition thereto the cost of SER
vice OF this notice, together with such interest
as may accrue after this date, must be paid,
and that The right of redemption will expire
and deed for said land De made within sixty
days from the completed service of this notice.
H. N. JOHNSON.
First publication Feb. 5th.)