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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1899-10-26
AMID RUINS OF ANCIENT ATHENS.
In the AcroDOis and the ParthnOn-TemDIe of g.

Hesse has introduced tax on un-
married men, they being compelled to
pay rs per cent lore taxes than their
married brethren, and it is said that
the effect of this resolution by the gov
eminent is being watched with great
interest by the maidens of Hesse, who
are anticipating an epidemic of pro-
posals.
While in India that ever-recurring
question of the remarriage of widows
has again popped up, the eastern faith
ers suddenly realizing that by giving
the widows a second chance, the oppor-
tunities of getting rid of their unmar-
ried daughters is being considerably
narrowed. English statistics show
that one out of every five widows
seizes the opportunity to a second time
stand before the altar of Hymen. 1t
is said that in the United States the
female population is very little larger
than the male, for the surplus or
women of New England are balanced
by the men Of the mining communi-
ties of the far west.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1899-10-26

Don't lose sight of an honorable en-
envy; he'll make a good friend.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1899-10-26

PHYSICIAN n. NJ. CRoNIN. NJ. D.
once over Ziegler's hardware store east
of court house. Lancaster. calls in city and
country promptly attended.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1899-10-26

JUSTICE OF TUE PEACE w. r. McGoNr-
GAL Also agent Tor six of the best Fire
insurance Companies in the United States
Conyeyahcing and Record Searches of Title
OF Real Estate IN Grant County speciality,
once In Mcdonald Block, Lancaster, Wis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1899-10-26
AN EMPERoR's ROMANCE.

In the study of Kaiser Franz Josef
of Austria, who, by the way, entered
his 10th year recently, hangs framed
but withered bunch of flowers, to which
a romantic little story is attached. A
few weeks before the announcement of
his engagement Kaiser Franz josef
and his fancee were walking between
Ischl and Lauffen, when she saw
meadow bright with gayly colored wild
flowers. Wait, l will pick you
posy," she exclaimed, and few min
utes afterward handed her betrothed
little bouquet.
The future Empress Elizabeth took
the black velvet riband which bound
her magnificent hair and tied it round
the flowers, offering them with play
full courtesy to the kaiser, who kissed
them before placing them in the outer
pocket of his military tunie. Sudden
ly as they neared Ischl. the kaiser dis
covered that the precious posy was
gone.
Some days after when the incident
had been forgotten, the valet was as
tonished to find that the lost posy
had been hidden deep down in the tu-
mic pocket all the while, and was. as
a natural consequence, so withered that
he did not like to show it to the kai-
ser. AS it was equally impossible to
throw away flowers picked by the flu
ture kaiserin, he hit upon the happy
idea of pressing them, with view to
presenting them to his imperial master
on the latter's wedding day.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
WALDWICK.

To The Iowa County Democrat.
Mrs. William Brady from Iowa, is
visiting her mother Mrs. Tomlin.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Stephenson and
Mr.. John Pile attended Children's
Day services at this place.
Samson Babcock went to Freeport
to take in the big celebration.
Mr.. Aide, of Pleasant View is hav-
ing a fine barn built. The work is
being done by George Thicker and
Delos Babcock.
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomos Walker, of
Willow Springs, attended our child
ren's Day services.
A goodly number of our neighbors
took in the big carnival held in Mil
waukee last.
w. j. Penhallegon, j. j. Humbert
and others from Mineral Point at
tended Children's Day services held
at the Nj. T.. Church.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
NOTES AND NEWS.

The American navy has practically
all been built since 1889
Great Britain makes $20,0oOO00 a year
profit out of its postotliCCs,
The blankets issued to the soldiers
OF our army cost the government $$40
each
1t is expected that the siberian rail-
way win hr completed to lrkutsk in
February, 1900
Little Eva WAS cururrd at Atchison.
Kan, the other night in the death scene,
and VAS compelled to die second time,
Tho value of the gu,d, silver, lead and
copper mined in Colorado In lS9S was
$ie6i6,SA, the gold being ore-half that
amount and the silver about one fourth,
a recruitiug ascent proposes to start
April on bicycle tour of New Eng
land to recruit for the regular army
and expects to ride l5.0O0 miles before
he gets through.
Speaking of ex-senator John Shcr-
man, senator Lodge recently said.
Everybody respects him. hut | have
never known anybody to lie too familiar
With him, " slap him on the shoulder
for instance"
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
DEFIANCE.
70 The Iowa County Democrat.

To The Iowa County Democrat.
Mrs. j. b. Clark is enjoying a visit
from her mother and sister of Rock
ford, Ill.
Mrs. Henry Tonkin and son John
returned from their visit to Meridian,
Iowa, last Friday.
Miss. Jennie Walker came home
from Milwaukee last Saturday where
she has been teaching in the public
schools.
Mrs. w. n. Cooley and daughter,
of Yankton, S. d. visited at w. s.
Martins Sunday.
Quite number of our people attend
ed the Field day exercises in Mineral
Point the 4th. All report a good time
and speak highly of the evening en-
tcrtainment.
Our factory is doing an excellent
business this summer and receives
milk to nearly its greatest capac ity.
Al Richards had steer killed in
last Tuesday evening 5 storm.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Millions Given AWAY,

1t is certainly gratifying to the pub
lie to know OF one concern in the land
who are not afraid to be generous to
the needy and suffering. The proprie-
tors of DR.. Kings New Discovery Cor
Consumption. Coughs and Colds, have
given away over ten million trial
bottles of this great medicine: and
have the satisfaction of knowing it has
absolutely cured thousands of hope
less cases. Asthma, Bronchitis,
Hoarseness and all diseases of the
Throat, Chest and Lungs are surely
cured by it. Call on w. II. Prideaux
druggist, and get free trial bottle.
Regular size SOC. and 81. Every
bottle guaranteed or price refunded.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
A Good Word for the Point.

T. j. Law in the Shullsburg Pick
and Cad: The evolution of brevity is
being illustrated by our neighboring
city of Mineral Point. In very early
day the place was known by the name
of "Shakerag," but soon became es-
tablished as Mineral Point, with two
capitals. Not long ago the post Office
authorities decreed that the compound
form of the name should be abolished
and in postal affairs it should be
Mineralpoint. Now comes the Journal
OF Platteville and last week prints ii
"Mincrpoint. 1t is said that resi-
dent OF that city who was at the Dodge
Vile picnic the other day who had
quenched his thirst with something
stronger than water, when asked where
he lived replied. 'er-point." Many
people who are on familiar terms with
the old town atfectionately speak of it
as the "Point,n and we would not be
surprised to hear that some fonetic
cuss, had written it simply as the ".".
1t don't make any difference how you
spell the name Of the place but if you
will attend the big fair there this year
you will be well entertained for they
have a whole city full of good sociable
people and lot of attractions at the
Eat
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Observation-Disclosures.

The Elk Point S. Oak. Leader
contained the announcement of the
marriage of Miss Minnie e., daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. Thos. Polkinghorn.
The bride has many friends here, who
extend best wishes and congratu-
lations:
"Married at the Methodist Episco-
pal parsonage, Thursday morning,
May 18th, 1899 Mr.. j. Andrew Daily,
of Civil Bend, and Miss Minnie f..
Polkinghorn, of Mineral Point, Wis.,.
Rev. G.. Il. Notson, officiating.
The bridegroom is one of the lead
inc citizens of the southern part of
Union county, and is well and favor
ably known to all old settlers of this
section, having resided in the vicinity
of his present home for over thirty
years. He is gentleman of sterling
qualities, and host of friends join
the Leader in wishing him unalloyed
happiness in his matrimonial venture
The bride is u sister of Mrs. David
Larkins. of Civil Bend, and is a young
lady of very prepossessing manner.
All who have had the privilege OF
meeting her are confident that Mr..
Daily is to be congratulated upon his
excellent Judgment IN selecting Il life
companion, May their lives be filled
with sunshine.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
FAYETTE.

To The Iowa County Democrat.
A large number of our people Wis
tied Mineral Point on the Fourth.
although a small picnic was arranged
for those who could not go so far
away.
Miss Lucy Tresner, who had been
i'll for a couple of months, was buried
in the Fayette cemetery Saturday
afternoon, the funeral services having
been held in the Darlington Nj. f..
church, by Rev. Poorman.
Miss May Howery attended the car
nival in Milwaukee last week. with
her uncle Bob Murray, of Lamont.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
AN IMPORTANT MATTER.

The Madison Democrat urges home
owners of that city to aid in keeping
the streets in proper condition. 1t
says:
The city cannot perhaps keep
them In proper condition. The job IL
really too great for 1t, but individual
property owners might do it. No
home can appear neat II the curb
presents II slovenly spectacle. Let
home owners attend to this duty them
selves. 1t is II very small matter to
the individual, but it looms up into
huge proportions when it becomes a
municipal obligation"
The matter of keeping the streets
and water tables Of this city free from
instructions was discussed Mt the
meeting of the council on Wednes-
day night II Is the determination OF
the mayor and council to secure the
observance OF the provisions of the
ordinance relating to the depositing
Of any slop, filth, straw or any
other rubbish in any street lane or
alley or upon any sidewalk of the
city" 1t Is to be hoped that every
resident Of Mineral Point will aid in
the effort to put the city in better con
dition. Let each individual realize
his or her responsibility in the mat
ter, and our city will soon present II
clean and more progressive appear
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
An Endemic Of Diarrlu.a.

MIR. a. Sanders, writing from Co
coanrt Grove, Fla, says there has
been quite an epidimic of diarrh"a
there. He had II severe attack and
was cured by four doses of Chamber
lain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhua
Remedy. He says he also recon-
mcndcd it to others and they say it is
the best medicine they ever used. For
sale at Nivian's Pharmacy.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Gave uD all Hope.

Louise Prickett, 500 Bryan Ave,
Danville, H., writes: | had suffered
several years with Asthma and after
trying a great many remedies l had
given up all hope. / was advised to
try Foley's Honey and Tar. 1t i'm
mediately stops the coughing spells
and get my breath more freely. 1t
is the only medicine that ever gave
me relief. Eastman & Meserole.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Working Night and Day.

The busiest and highest little thing
that ever was made is DR.. Kings New
Life Pills. Every pill is sugar coated
globule of health, that changes weak
ness into strength, listlessness into
energy, brain-fag into mental power.
They're wonderful in building up the
health, Only 25c per box. Sold by
w. II. pridcauX.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

DcWitt's Little Early Risers eXpel
from the system all poisonous accu-
mutations, regulate the stomach,
bowels and liver, and purify the
blood, They drive away disease,
dissipate melancholy, and give health
and vigor for the daily routine. DO
not grippe or sclcn. w. IL. PrideauX.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Cured Bronchial Trouble.

t'nAS. i. DAVIS, 1874 ". Cong rcsS
ST., Chicago, writes !" have suf.
fered for years with bronchial trouble
and have tried many kinds II mod
ieinc without relief until began
taking Eoley's Honey and Tar, which
cured mo II saved me doctor bills
this winter -. Eastman \ Mose-
role,
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Cumulative Evidence

A proof of merit in any article is the
amount of free advertising it receives
The universal success of Pabst Malt
Extract, Tho "Bcst" Tonic, is largely
due to one persons telling another of
tho beniiits derived from its use, 1t is
sold in almost every city and town in
the unitcd States, Its purity and efficacy
have given it the immense popularity it
has attained. 1t is indorScd by thou.
sands OF physicians and patients. 1t
makes strength. 1t gives yigor and
health when every avenue of hope seems
to he closed
When you ask for Pahst Malt Extract
The BEST" Tonic, do not be led into
buying something else Many imita
tons have recently appeared. Remem.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

Cruelty to animals is punishable by
law. \ man who will allow his horse
to suffer from cuts, bruises, gals, etc.
should be tined by the courts and
ordered to procure Colc's Veterinary
Caabolisalyc for the healing of said
cuts, bruises, gals, etc. Sold at
NiVian's Pharmacy.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

We, the undersigned, agree to re-
fund the money ON II fifty cent bottle
of Grccnc's syrup of Tar il it fails to
cure your cold, We also guarantee II
factory or no pay. w. 1t. l'ridcauN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
w. j. DAvEY,
MRs. l.. CLARK,
MR, l.. CLARK.

The management wisely enlisted the
interest and services OF the ladies -
result, celebration that called forth
general and enthusiastic commenda-
ton, rs far away the best celebration
ever held in Mineral Point, which Is
far famed for such demonstrations.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
There IL no . about il.

No question indeed with those who
have used it, but that Foley's Kidney
Cure is absolutely reliable for all
Kidney and Bladder diseases. East
man Il Mescrolc.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
For sale.

\ two story Brick Dwelling con-
tanning s rooms, conveniently si,uat-
cd for the business part of city.
Also two store buildings ON High
Reynolds.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Hair Work.

Mrs. n. Norton is prepacd to do all
kinds Of hair work Switches, watch
chains, etc | invite the ladies of
Mineral Point and vicinity to call ON
mo ON Jerusalem street.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Through Coach to Chicago.

Leaves Mineral Point every morn.
ing (cXccpt Sunday J GAO n. M; arrives
In Chicago l:l5 pm. Leaves Chicago
daily tcXccpt Sundays : pm; arriv'
cs in Mineral Point mt $50 p. IN. Nc
change of ears from Mineral Point tC
Chicago after June H.
n. tt. SNOW, Agent.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
First Glass Carriages,

IT in want of II good handmade
carriage, buggy or wagon, call ON
or address "A. LAM X Sons, Monroe,
Wis Low prices for iirst-class work
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

In the death of Henry Villas, u noble
and promising young man has past
away. TO the bercaved relatives the
hearts OF thousands go out in deep
HYmpAthY.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

You can't cure dyspepsia by diet
ing. Eat good, wholesome food and
plenty of it,-Kodols Dyspeptia Cure
digests food without aid from the
stomach and is made to CURE. W..
II. prdeaux.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
Glad Tidings TO Asthma
Sufferers.

Foley's Honey and Tar gives pos
tive relief. 1t is the great remedy for
diseases of the respiratory organs,
like Asthma, Bronchitis and Hoarse-
ness. Eastman X Meserole.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

Gunshot wounds and powder
burns, cuts, bruises, sprains, wounds
from rusty nails, insect stings and ivy
poisoning, quickly healed by De-
Wits Witch Hazel Salye. Positive
~ prevents blood poisoning, Beware
of couuterfaite "DeWitt's Is SAFE
AND SURE. w. II. PrideauX
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

but it showed what Mineral Point can
do when it tries. Let 1t try again.
PRIZES.
The following is the report OF the
judges:
We, the undersigned appointed Judges 10
award prizes offered for different features OF
the Street Fair held at Mineral Point on the
evening Of July I. 1899. do decide as follows:
Decorated Carriage. with team-Mrs. Il. }.
Penhallegon Jr.
Decorated Surrey or Trap, one h0rse-Mrs.
r. u, Habscoh
Decorated Single Buggy Road Wagon or
Cart-Ethel Pridcaux.
Decorated Bicycle Float-The Ferris Wheel,
1st: Battleship Wisconsin. I'd,
Illuminated Bicycle Elmer Iiornung, LIST;
Frank Bishop, 3D.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

MIR. aud Mrs g. Lackamp, Flston,
Mo. write: "Oue Minute Cough Cure
saved the life Of our little boy when
nearly dead with The Group. W.
II. PrideauN.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

tlbilN ldN y lNN'ht
her that Pahst Malt
Extract, The Best
Tonic, wasthe only
malt preparation
declared perfect
Ivy the judges Mt
the w orld's Fair,
and alone marked
with 100 points of
perfection. The
way to obtain tho
greatest amount of
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

benefit for the least amount Of money is
to have your druggist deliver you .
dozen bottles ut time
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06

Teacher of Piano and Organ.
From National Conservatory of
Music, New York, For terms apply
at residence.
Iowa County democrat. [volume] (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1877-1938, 1899-07-06
\ Fine Line

of new wall paper just received at j.
j. Hanscom' $ a. Cos. II
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-11-23
MANY SLAIN In BATTLE
Desperate Conflict Before Puerto
CabelIO is Captured.

PUERTO CABELLo, Venezuela, Nov.
4.-General Paroles, former com
mander in the army of ex-President
Andrade, who had refused the demand
made upon him by General Cipriano
Castro and the de facto authorities to
surrender the town, even when this
demand was REINFORCED by the request
of the American, British. German,
French and Dutch commanders, sur
rendered after a terrible battle. The
aspect of the city is one of ruin and
devastation, and it is estimated that
upward of $50 persons were killed or
wounded during the fighting. DR..
Braisted, of the United States cruiser
Detroit, and the other surgeons of the
various warships in the harbor are
ministering to the wants of the wound
ed. General Ramon Guerra began a
land attack upon the town and the
position of General Paroles on Friday
night. Desultory fighting continued
until Saturday morning about 4, and
then fierce struggle ensued. General
Paroles made a stubborn defense. -
General Guerra forced an entra..rlA
the town and Paroles surrendered.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-11-23
ANXIETY FOR LADYSMITH.
The Boer Gordon VIII Be Difficult t.
Pierce.

Pierce.
LONDON, Nov. 2O.-The latest news
from the seat of war in South Africa
is, from one point of view, favorable
to the British, showing that Kimber-
ley is able to hold it's own against the
Boer bombardment, and that Estcourt
is also in a position to beat back an
attack by the Boer force now facing
it. On the other hand, the advices pay
testimony to the ceaseless activity of
the burghers on the Free State from
tier and their determination to cut off
relief for Ladysmith and, if possible,
to isolate or capture Estcourt, which
is the nearest town to Ladysmith still
held by the British. A number of
small Boer commanders from the
east and west are converging on Est
court and the railroad just south of
that place. The Beers already aggre-
gate at least 10000, with few guns,
which they evidently, from the en-
trenchments they are throwing up,
mean to mount on hills dominating
any advance north from Estcourt,
where General Hildyard is still COM
handing. Even with the strong relief
column now hurrying up from Durham,
the British will have a tough job to
pierce the Boer forces thrown across
the roads to Ladysmith, while crossing
the Tugela river on pontoon bridges
in the face of the Boer artillery and
rife fires from the northern ridges
commanding the river will probably
prove one of the stiffest enterprises of
the war.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1899-11-23
SERIOUS BRITISH DEFEAT
An Armored Train Runs Into a De-
libcrate Trap.

EsTcoURT, Nov. 17.-An armored
train, carrying half a company of Dur
ban volunteers and half company of
Dublin Fusileers steamed to Chievely.
On the return it was shelled by Boer
artillery from four positions. Two
trucks in front of the engine left the
track. While the train was thus help
less, the Durbans and Dublins faced
the Beers in skirmishing order. The
Beers poured shot and shell into the
crippled train. The derailed cars with
great difficulty were removed and the
line cleared, when the engine and ten
der steamed back. The Natal Mercury
describing the engagement says:
The enemy apparently opened fire
with Maxim and two nine FOUNDERS.
getting the range accurately. The fire
was SO severe that telegraph wires and
poles were destroyed Their guns
We're posted on copje, covered with
brushwood, and their sharpshooters
were hidden behind boulders.
The Dublins and the volun-
teers, fighting an unequal battle, thrice
drove the enemy back, but the fierce
ness of the rifle and big gun fire was
too much for the brave little party.
which was weakened at the outset bv
the overturning of the trucks, hurting
several"
1t appears that the Beers were in
ambush. As soon as the train had
passed they emerged from cover and
dislodged the sleeper bolts.
LONDON, Nov. 17.-Misfortune stead
tasty pursues British employment of
armored trains, the fascination for
which has given the Beers their first
and latest victory. On this last occa-
sion the British seem to have walked
into deliberate trap, with the result
that, according to the best accounts,
ninety men are either killed, wounded
or missing. 1t is believed that few
escaped and that the others are pris-
oners in the hands of the Beers.