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Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
The hvdrant at tho o,,n.n I. W..

The hydrant at the corner of West
Park and Peck streets for more than a
year has been in such condition that q
constant stream flows from it, proba-
bly, wasting nearly as much water IA
the street sprinkler uses. We respect
fully suggest to the water works com
mittee that in the interest of economy
it should be put in proper condition to
prevent this constant waste.
At the 1890 services in. the Catho-
lie church last Sunday, the prayers of
the congregation were offered for the
success OF our armies now fighting in
Cuba. Father McCarty delivered one
OF his eloquent discources on Spanish
persecution. His subject was we'll
handled, and came from a mind that
is In sympathy with the down-trodden
races under monarchial rule. The
discourse was appreciated by his large
congregation.
One OF the heavy Taxpayers of the
city has communication in to-days
PLAIN DEALER, that should command
general attention. The electric lights
under the contract are like water
works designed for the favored few.
those in the remote parts of the city
only being remembered at tax-paying
time. This burden they are asked to
shoulder for 20 years, and will prob
ably have to come down town to see
the lights, during these long years of
taxpaying.
The man who put in the electric
lighting plant at Cedar Falls is the
person who seeks a contract with
Cresco. The plant at that place we
are told was worthless and it is said
that the city to get rid of paying
tribute for twenty long years, after
expensive litigation, compelled Mr..
Wilder to take it away, and we are in
formed by gentleman who Sundayed
there that it is packed ready for ship
ment to Cresco. All the city had for its
money was the franchise it gave away,
and ''dogs out of the manger' in
Cresco seek to enact the same folly.
Twenty-eight years ago Miss
Gilmore, now Mrs. M. M. Moon, and
Miss Maggie Rutherford, now Mrs.
Ross, came to Cresco as teachers en-
ployed in its public schoo; and both
did most excellent service for the
pupils under their instruction and
We're ever popular with parents and
pupils. Mrs. Ross, who is now at
home in Chicago, where her son in
his 18th year is a student in the Uni
versity, is in Cresco, and her lady
friends gave a picnic in her honor
Saturday afternoon at Booths grove
in New Oregon, and most enjoyable
time is reported. In Cresco, she is
visiting with her sister, Mrs. Everett
Potter.
The Caward & Swenson Co. have
forty-tive of the faultless grubbing ma
chimes in course of construction twenty
OF which are sold to go to Chiapas,
Mexico. The others are contracted
to go to Northern Minnesota and Wis
consin and most OF them are made
heavy for pulling large stumps and
trees. These machines are made In
four sizes, and all are provided with
rachel wheel which holds all that has
been gained in pulling stump or tree.
Their largest machines have 1928
horse power and is evidently the best
and strongest stump puller made. A
strong point in its favor is the rapidi-
ty OF its work, there Is so little loss of
time In going from one stump to
another.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
lava. Quota FILLED.

Des Moines, Ia, July 9.-Iowa's quo
ia under the last apportionment of
the second call was filled Friday even
ing when the light batteries of artil-
lery, the Fifth, from Cedar Rapids, and
the Sixth, from Burlington, were mus
tered in by Capt. Olmsted. The bat
teries have not yet been equipped, and
us Capt. Olmstcd has been informed
by the department that it will take
considerable time for them to get
here 1t is not expected that the bat.
teries will get away from Camp Nc
kinleY for q month.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
From Sire to Son.

AS Il Family Medicine Bacon's
Celery King for the Nerves passes
from sire to son as legacy. If you
nave Kidney, Liver or Blood disorder
get free sample package of this
remedy. If you have Indigestion,
Constipation, Headache, Rheuma-
tism. etS., this specific will cure you,
j. J. Lowry, the leading druggist is
sole agent aud is distributing samples
free. Large packages SOC and 25c.-
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Purchase Another Transport.

Washington, July .. The war de-
partment has announced the purchase
of the steamer City of Bealin, owned
by the International Navigation com.
pany, for use as a transport. She can
accommodate a regiment Of infantry
and the horses for the officers of two
regiments. She will be ovcrhauled and
fitted up preparatory to her departure
south.
The department also has bought the
steamer Rita, one of he Spanish prize
ships captured by our vessels. She will
be used foI transport purposes.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Notice of Dissolution of Partnership.

Notice is hereby given that the
partnership heretofore existing be-
twet n A. g Genshow and j. F. O..
Genshow, in the business carried on
at 1877 Elm street, under the firm name
and style Of A. q. Genshow s. Son,
has been this day dissolved by mu-
tual consent. Said A. q. Genshow
to assume the liabilities and collect
any debts due said firm.
A. Ct. GENsHoM,
]. F. G. GENsHow.
Dated Cresco, Ia, July II, 1898.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
KILLS SELF AND BABES.
Insane Mother at clinton, Ia, Seeks
Death in Barrel
of Water.

Clinton, Ia, July paul Dengler,
a well-known Chicago & Western bag
gageman, returned home and failed to
find his wife and two small children.
He finally found a note from his wife
in the sideboard stating she was los
ing her mind and was not fit to live,
and was going to die and take the two
children with her. An all night search
finally resulted in the discovery of the
three bodies in barrel near the house
partly filled with water. The heads OF
the victims were submerged, but the
feet protruded. Mrs. Dengler was 3s
years of age and the children five years
and 10 months Respectively.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Great Triumph.

Instant relief and a permanent cure
by the great remedy Otto's cure for
Lung and Throat diseases. Why will
you irritate your throat and lungs
with hacking cough whenJ. J. Lowry
sole agent, will furnish you free
sample bottle of this guaranteed re-
medy9 It's success is wonderful, as
your druggist will tell you. Sample
free. Large bottles SOC and 25c.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Intense Heat

exercises considerable influence on the or.
gans Of digestion; during the hot summer
months 1T is of importance to keep these organs
regular. Constipation, indigestion, weakness
and fatigue are daily occurrences. Eevera,s
Balsam of Life cures the most obstinate cases
of constipation, regulates digestion, gives
strength to the nerves, promotes cheerfulness
Mrs. Jeanne Nasel, OF Portsmouth, Neb.,
writes: "Severa's Balsam of Life is the best
medicine for dizziness, loss Of appetite and
weakness, when used according to directions,
have tried the same several times.
Price rs Cents.
Summer sickness dlarrhoea, cholera morbus
will be quickly relieved and promptly cured by
severa's Cholera and Diarrhoea Cure.
Price IS and so Cents.
w. f. SEVERA,
Manufacturing Pharmacist,
Cedar Rapids, Iowa,
severa's Family Remedies are for sale at all
druggists.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Attention Comrades!

Memorial Post No. PIG, Dept. of
Iowa, Grand Army of the Republic,
will hold their next regular meeting
on Saturday evening, July 16, 1898,
at 8 O'Clock. All members are re-
quested to be in attendance, A cor
dial invitation is extended to all COM
rades of the Grand Army of the Re-
public In good standing. By order of
the Post. P. j. McCULLow, Adj.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Gives Up tne Goyernorship.

Phoenix, Ari., July 8. = Gov McCord
has announced that be has received in
definite leave of absence from his du-
ties as the executive of Arizona and
VIII take command as colonel of the
regiment Of infantry now being recruit
ed IN the four territories.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Gives Us Many vessels.

San Francisco, July 0. The annexa-
ton OF the Hawaiian islands to the
United States has given American reg
lstry to So vessels. OF these a are
steamers, four full-rigged ships, ten
barks and II schooners. Most of the
steamers are now engaged in the inter
island trade.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
LATEST WAR NEWS.

Shafter and Shley on Sunday after
noon commenced the omhardment of
Santiago, which Shafter telegraphs
was only a preliminary artillery skir-
mish and that the actual lombard
ment would commence Monday.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Special to PLAIN DEALER)
ILL.,

-1H1ftIpOtIPOIioS
SIMPSONS bombardment Yesterday
did little damage. No details from
Skaters operations. General Miles
has arrived at Santiago. Sagasta and
his cabinet have resigned.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
switches Wanted.

For switches and hair chains write
w. J. Wells, Usage, Iowa. whose
work is known here to be first class
and prices low. All orders will be
sent on approval. 62-13 law
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12

There is one little maxim
That now viii name,
Which may bring what is better
Than riches or OF fame:
All those who Will heed 1t
Good appetite find,
Strong nerves, rosy cheeks.
And vigor OF mind.
1t will Danish dyspepsia,
Rheumatics and govt,
That Tired Feeling conquer,
Drive scrofula out,
And here Is the maxim q
Its wisdom is sure
Take Hoods Sarsaparllla
And keep your blood pure,
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Before You Ride Your Wheel

be sure to shake into your shoes
Aliens Foot Ease, powder for the
feet. 1t keeps your feet cool and
comfortable, prevents sweating feet,
and makes your endurance ten.fold
greater. Over 100000 wheel people
are using Aliens Foot-Ease They
all praise it. Ladies, insist on having
1t. 1t gives rest and comfort to smart.
ing, hot, swollen. aching, nervous
feet. AT all druggists and shoe stores.
25c. Sample FREE by mail. Address
Allen s. Olmsted, lie Roy, N. Y.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
For Sale Cheap!

Ninety seven wheel for $4,000. Tt
is in good repair. Enquire at this
office.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
Given Permission to Coal.

London, July 8. The Rome cor
respondent of the Daily Chronicle says:
THE Italian government has given per-
mission to Admiral Camara's squadron
to take two days supply of coal at Mas
sowah, to enable the ships to reach
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1898-07-12
THREAT IRON SAMPSON.
Rumor at Madrid That He Has
Demanded the Evacua-
tion of Cuba.
TO lombard ALL FORTS IN THE ISLAND
Gives Gen. Blnnco, 1t Is snid, 4s Hours
in Which to CompIy-Complete Re-
ports from shutter Show Our
\ Losses to Have Been 23O officers
md Men.

Madrid, July 9. - 1t is rumored here
that the Spanish government has re-
ceived a dispatch from Capt. Gen.
Blanco announcing that Rear Admiral
Sampson has sent him telegraphic
dispatch summoning the Spanish COM
mander to order the evacuation of
Cuba within 4S hours, and announcing
that otherwise the Americans will bonn
bard all the forts in Cuba.
Won't Surrender.
New York, July 0. A dispatch to
the Herald from Havana says The
Americans have again demanded the
surrender of Santiago, fixing the terms
of the truce until Saturday noon. Gen.
Toral has refused the proposition, say
ing he is resolved to defend the town
until he dies. Gen. Blanco approves of
the firmness of Gen. Toral's resolution.
Off for Santiago.
Charleston, S. c., July o. The trans
ports Yale and Columbia, having on
board the commanding general of the
army, Nelson A. Miles, and staff and
1,700 men intended rs reenforcements
for Gen. Shafter before Santiago, got
away at two o'clock this afternoon.
Gen. Miles and staff are on the Yale
Reach Port Said.
Port Said, July .. : Six of the YES
sells belonging to the feet of Admiral
Camara have arrived here from Suez on
their way back to Spain.
Messina, Sicily, July 9. = The Spanish
torpedo boats .Auda5, Proserpina and
Osada, belonging to Admiral Camara's
squadron, have arrived here from Port
Said, on their way back to Spain.
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1898-12-17

gladly accepted, and asmerrier party
never left the city. The day. was one,
Of those ordered days.. bright with sun
shine and cheer. On the arrival OF the.
party at Saltwater, they we're greeted
by one Of the Misses Lindsay, who, con-.
Quoted the ladies through the city.
Every place of interest was visited,
including the state prison, and. by the
way,,a visitor is wonderfhllN impressed
on a first visit to- this institutions The.
quietness and cleanliness Of the place,
and the cheerfulness Of both inmates
and officers are noticeable features. ="
The best half Of the trip was the:
latter hat, when Miss Lindsay instruct
ed the driver to- take: us out to her
mothers homie We met there Mrs..
Phoebe Lindsay, the mother Of this
hospitabe home, queentng it over the
most interesting and accomplished
family THAT it has been our lot to-
meet, Miss Addie, Miss Eva and Miss
Carrie, the three lovely daughters,
''all stars" and their handsome BROTH
er, Mr.. George Lewis. Mr.. Lewis is,
willing, he Informed us, to exchange
one of his sisters for some other man s
sister Just as SOON as he can receive
good offer.
After the excellent dinner, when all
had exchanged greetings, etc:,'we said
good-by and came away, but we shall
have a better. opinion of places and
people for having visited saltwater
and the Lindsays. ~
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"BLACK PATTI"

At the Grand Opera House, st. Paul.
"Nothing succeeds ike Success" and il
is gratifying when success is bestowed
where it is de<ervinp. Tbs successes
that has been acc ,rdiog to the Grand
Opera Houee the present season has
most rtainly been deserved for the ex-
CO lent mansgment Of the theatre aud
the enjoyable character Of 6. attractions
have been deserving ofthe highest pat
ronpg-. "At Piney Ridge enjoyed epen-
did p nronage and Browns In Town"
crefted strong imp, es,ion.
For the coming week is annon ICED at
return OF one Of the popular bits Of last
season in Black Patti, the queen of song,
who is Recognized the world over as the
&, ca ett singer of her race and who is
said to e,j,y tie further distinction of
being the stellar eaurs with Black
Pa It's Troubadours., said to be the grand
eat company ever organized. There are
fifty pto2e il thu G ompany, which in
!cludes 1T lsast score Of specially per-
formers, no are leaders III their res
pee i've lines. #.s5s
Tn. siege scheme of the "Troub.d mrs
Is no LEES he intevettinR than til nsme
Land fame cf its stars. 1t conNs,s Of q
happy med'y Of comeiy burl-sque. vau-
devi,le and opeSa. The oye j g kit j;
called AT COMFY ISLAND in which the
whole companY's force are aft Drded full
scope T. their divels fed talents. The
action Of the troversity occurs on the
"Bowery Of that famous resort and al
the eccentric types of cearacter which Ii
to be found there are bumorously anl
fsithfnlly plctnIed. RE vandeslll,
which follows 10 OF thu ixhe t sfandert
and AL the ere i Gsspeciaity psrformorl
take part. ss 80
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1898-12-17
"BROWNS IN TOWN."
At the Bijou' opera House, Minneapa

At the Bijou. opera House, Minneapsas
The management of the Biion has
|everv reason to feel satisfied with. the
excellent patronage that has been &C.
corded to that p'ayhous for the present
season. Not since the boom days has
the attendance been so large and 1t ia an
admitted fact that never before has the
patronage been so Representative in
character,
The past week AT Piney Ridge"
pure clean cut story of the Tennessee
mountains held the boards and made a
strong bit. ltis one oftbase delightfully."-
For the coming week, come ~, event
Of considerable importsnce is announced
in the. first production bore of BRO WIS
in Town" This play will be given
under the personal direction Of Mr.. J.
]. Rnssnthal, the former manager of
'.Wnst Happened to, Jones" and "Why
"Wby Smith left Home" esBrown's in
Town" Is the effort Of a. hiehelto un-
known play wright, but it issad to be one,
of the brighteet 60 NEEDY creations that
has been givento tie etaae in sometime.
u was produced in Milwaukee last
week and the press of the city united in
IpYasing it il most tlattering mann or.
II isdecideA rs q farca on the Broad
hurst ordar and il. anything Is an
improvement on the same. It il
promised to be prasentedby ona Of the
strongsst cas- 9 ever seen in comedy
ncluding in the l.ading roles Mis-,
Kathryn Qsierman and Miss Ann,
tRelmost, two feminine art 81 Of emitted
beauty and telent, who more thau mad,
Ia bit when,last ssen her With "Whs
Happened to Jones"
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1898-12-17
appeared in the last issue Of your pa
per in the column devoted: to, Mime
apolis news. is entirely false.
Mrs. ". J. Henley.
SHIPPED HER GOODS HOME.

American, Woman Sends Furniture. In, q.
Van All, tho Way from Germany.
Miss Drake, Philadelphia woman;
who has for some years been. residing;
in Weisbaden, Germany, has just re-
turned home, bringing with her lot
of valuable furniture, which she ship
ped in a fashion never previously. at
tempted: Miss brakes fathsr was at
one time American minister to- Car
many. During the family'ss residence
abroad, the young lady, having a. taste
tor the unique in furniture; had by
degrees come into possession Of a.
great deal OF valuable household goods.
Recently she decided to- return, to- her
native city, but was fearful lost some
Of her effects should suffer damage in
transit. She hit upon a plan which
was decidedly novel, although some
what expensive. She Hired one Of the
largest furniture vans. to, be- had I'm
Europe, and in it were +paclsed her
household goods under her, close and
careful Supervision. Six strong horses
drew the van from Weisbaden to Ham
burg, where the body of this vehicle
was lifted from the axles and deposited
in the hold Of the German steamship
AssyTia. which was bound FOR PiaMa-
delphia. Upon the arrival Of tho AS
syria at Philadelphia Collector Thorn
as, upon the application OF e. Baaehey
& Co.. the representatives Of MISS
Drake, detailed Customs Inspector Ma
guire to take charge on the vehicle.
The huge box was set upon wheels
once more and six horses drew It to
the South Forty first stneet residence,
where 1t was unloaded under the eye
Of the inspector. The van win be sent
! back to Hamburg, completing jour
ney of 5000 miles. Miss Drake is en-
tirely satisfied with the result Of her
experiment., her cherished belongings
having been deposited IN the Philadel-
phia home without sustaining break
4 or scratch.
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which showed that the "colonel" was
we'll posted on Afro-American history
and had his heart in the right place.
His address was we'll received. The
ladies and all who assisted in making
the bazaar a success are worthy of
commentator. rs..., 49,
There are very few places Of amuse.
mont and recreation for the young men
In our city but one Of the most popular is
;he Columbus Club No. 1872 Robert street
Here may be found 1t all. times Messrs
Burnett and Thompson, the managers,
who know: just how to cater to the wants
Of their guests. Here, too, may one NEE,
the young men of tho city who know
bow to give visitors 9 good time. Call,
visitors; are always welrnma.
Among the early bookings at the Grand
is included the annual VISIT of that great
diva, Black Patti. with her clever COM
pany Of comedians, including Ernest
Hogan, the author Of, All Coons Look
Alike to Me- and othor popular Coon"
songs and q come dian Of decidedly clever
talents. This attraction ia said to have
met with more success this season
throughout the country than ever be-
fore. 2 ~. .ssss'
"Black PATHS Troubadours in addition
to their medley of songs. dances and
comedy comprieing the stag 90 repertoire,
Introduce genuine calk walk contest in
their performance. It's ono Of the big
applauding hits of the performance
During twenty minutes Of the contest,
the hou'e is moved by uprosrious APP
plause and when it becomes divided in
it's choice OF the simmer, only the time
" and c onsiderate awarding of the cake
to the apparent winner by the master. of
the ceremonies on the stage saves the
audience from shouting and applauding
into q state Of comp'e 9 exhaustion.
Back PATHS Troubadours will follow
l"Brown's in Town at the Grand. n
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1898-12-17
Metropolitan Restaurant,

Messrs. w. B Lawrence aid Jsmes
Leger Well known and capable gen
tlemen, have opened 4 new and very
neat restaurant ct 37s Minnesota street
between Fifth and Sixth streets It is
their intention to serve first-clss meals
at low pr:cee, with quick service Regu-
lar meals Is cents Meals to order at / en-
sonable rates Open from : 10 20 1 Q m
The public generally IS Invited 70 call
Satisfaction guaranteed BIZ as Es
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success for n1inneapelfs..

}, The dedication of the new Florence
lCrittenden home will occur Tuesday,
Dec 20, at 2014 Twenty sixth avenue
south. Dedication at 4 p. m. Reception
from to s. Among the speakers will
be the mayor of Minneapolis. Gov.
:Dlough and prominent men of New
York and Chicago. Mr.. and Mrs. T..
H. Lyles will sing one Of her compost
tons. 'sThe Lake City Tragedy. = "
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THE PROPER THING.
A Banquet to Be rendered to Ho
Frank Wheaton,, OF MinneapOIis.

A Banquet to Be rendered to Hon.
Frank Wheaton, OF Minneapolis.
The Afro-American Republicans Of
the Twin Cities who appreciate the
honor which has been done by that
party in the nominating and election
of one Of them as a member Of the
state legislature have determined to
tender Hon. j. Frank Wheaton, the
representative-elect, a banquet. The
following correspondence will explain
itself: ..--. ..'.
j.. St, Paul, Min-., Dec. ~, 1893
Hon. J. Frank Wheaton, .sss
Minneapolis, MINI. 4.
Dear Sir: .. I'll. .sa"a, Il. sss,a, ~. s... IS
~ At a meeting Of Afro-American Re
publicans held at the residence of J. O.. Adams 1t
was determined to tender banquet to you in
honor of your recent election to the legislature of
M1nnesota. This is done to show to the world in
general and the Republicans Of Minnesota in par
tcular that we appreciate what they have done for
us in nominating and electing you, the first Afro
American elected to an Office by the popular vote
Of the North Star state. FL l.
We desire to know your wishes In the matter
and what date will pest suit your convenience,
together with any suggestions you may feel dis
posed to make. EEjsSa sJ
Yours verv truly.
e. RI J.. Z. Adams chairman, IS
T. b. Lyles. J. G. A. Wilson, r. G. Minor. NJ :,
D. Petns, J. r. Robinson, W. T. Francis. 81. B.
Howard, 4. K. King. w. A. Hilyard, J.. Il, Dill
bingham, John Daubins, j. b. johnson. w. T.,
Grey. Robert Lee P. F. Hale, W. E, Brown. Jas
per Gibbs, H. Richardson, W. r. Morris, j. C.
nso-ae M -, = - Neal = = fonter'
10 Whlcn mt. Wheaton replied as
The Appeal. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn. ;) 1889-19??, 1898-12-17

It has been arranged to serve. the
banquet at the Beaufort hotel cafe in
Minneapolis. Invitations will be sent
to a number Of :Afro-American Repub-
licans to participate, but, should any
inadvertently be overlooked, tickets
may be- secured from any member of
the above named committee Of ar
rangements. This will be the first &C.
casion, of it skind which ever occurred
in Minnesota, but the gentlemen hav-
ing it in charge is a sufficient guaran-
tee that it will be a creditable affair.