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Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Robert Evans, who has just arrived
at Vancouver from the Atlin mining
district, says that matters there are IN
q terrible condition, owing to British
officialdom. He accuses the Canadian
officials of corruption and running
things for their own ACKNOWLEDGMENT.
1.-THE whole country" says Evans,
"has been set back by policy OF In
capacity and hundreds of poor miners,
whose claims have been buried in red
tape, are in an absolutely starving con-
ditfOn."
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

obnoxious CD being and fill the place
with some one after their own heart,
never stopping for moment to con-
slider what the incumbent may have
done for the cause of labor in the past.
much less what he may do IN the fu-
ture. AS a rule, words of condemna-
ton generally follow TRADE OF some
glib-tongued wind-jammer, who envies
everybody success in life; person
whose greatest pleasure Is to tear
down rather than build up The speak
er Of more lung power than eloquence
is followed by several in the same
strain, and when all have exhausted
their vocabulary of invectives a Hip
pant set of resolutions is adopted and
the harm Is DONE The friend OF the
abused party who has the temerity to
rise knows little heed, If any, will be
paid to his words of defense, and very
much less to his suggestions for an in
vestigation. AS it is, we Of the labor
ing class allow ourselves to be infiu-
enced or become prejudced against
policy or person through the opinions
or advice Of our friends without maxi.
ing a personal investigation for our
selves that we may know the advice
has not been prompted by Interior mo-
tive.
No cause can prosper when 1t adopts
falsehood or Misrepresentation as its
foundation stone. All well-meaning
citizens will gladly support every le-
climate effort to aid the cause OF Ia
Dor. This cause, however, can only be
injured and in no way benefited by
acts Of unwise friends (0, who intro
duce and carry resolutions based on a
tissue of falsehoods. Justice for all
just what labor unions stand for-de-
mands a personal investigation or ac-
quaintance before judgment is passed.
II the American Federation OF Labor
or the central bodies in industrial CEN
tiers have a bureau OF information
the information to be collected by fair
minded committees-many distressing
incidents, some of which are a dis
grace to organized labor, would never
occur. Justice to all demands that
some action along these lines be con-
sidered, and more convenient time
cannot be found than the present.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
"Wanted: A Bureau of Information"

"Wanted: A Bureau Of Information"
Under above caption Mr.. Paul ].
Mas, who conducts the labor depart
ment Of the Chicago Times-Herald,
publishes the following incisive and
pertinent article that must, I think,
commend itself to all fair men who
read it. He says:
Although the American labor move
ment has long ago grown out Of Its
swaddling clothes and has grown to be
big and healthy, is recognized as fac
tor in every walk OF life, and is here
to stay, doing good within Its sphere
wherever 1t can, there is still in the
movement too much that savors OF
child's play. refer to the proneness
OF labor bodies, great and small, to
numerically score and condemn pub
lie men and public officials without an
investigation or hearing for some real
or fancied injury or wrong done or in
tended to the laboring man or his
cause. The labor movement In this
country has arrived at that stage
where 1t Is absolutely necessary and
essential that either the American
Federation OF Labor or the central la
Dor bodies in the large cities should es-
tablish bureau, having for Its object
the collection and dissemination Of in
formation relating to the acts or
stands taken by men and women in
public life for or against labor, wheth-
err the labor is organized or not. This
information could be gathered very
easily and with little or no expense,
and many a labor union could be saw
ed from the humiliation of having con-
demned or judged a person too harsh
ly and too severely. Almost every
day we read accounts of this or that
organization in all parts Of the country
having adopted resolutions which
placed a stigma on some public person.
Such acts as these usually occur when
some member or clique in an organiza-
ton has failed to impress some public
man or public official with their
greatness" and in their ragerness to
Sacrifice their valuable time and tall
ents" have failed of obtaining politi-
cal preferment; again, it occurs when
these persons decide to remove some
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

One OF the proverbial "long-felt
wants" bids fair to be filled in the es-
Enlistment of schools Of domestic
economy, which shall teach the arts
Of housekeeping and of caring for the
welfare of family life. If young men
are taught to provide the money need
ed for maintenance Of families, 1t
seems desirable that young women
should be taught, with equal care, how
to apply it to the best advantage.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
Notes.

The United Hatters of America have
appointed a committee having for its
purpose the unioniZing Of all non-uni-
on hat factories in this country.
The Boot and Shoe Operatives union
Of Great Britain has forfeited $1,000,
because branch struck work contrary
to the terms of the arbtrator's award.
One-half Of the worlds production Of
petroleum is credited to the United
States, and the Standard Oil company
controls pretty good share of both
the home and foreign yield.
Mr.. T. H. Young, the livery man OF
Syracuse, N. Y, who precipitated the
trouble that ended in the disruption
of the Hack and Cab Drivers union,
Of that city, a few weeks ago, has
been sold out by the sheriff.
The federal industrial commission
as body has adjourned for the sum-
mer vacation, although three or four
subcommittee will remain at work
during the two months when the COM
plete body will not be in session.
IdChluS uOuoC CmpiOyCo " thS
numb Of about 500 held meeting in
the stockyards district of Chicago,
and formed the Packing House EN-
ployes' union, the purpose Of which Is
to take into one organization all the
employees in the yards other than
those which are organized at the pres
ent time.
Factory inspectors in the district in
and around Pittsburg have started
crusade against violators of the state
factory laws. Proceedings are being
instituted against laundry companies
and owners of large establishments
where women, girls and minors are
employed more than sixty hours per
week.
The settlement Of the street railway
strike at Cleveland is victory for the
strikers. They went out because the
company refused to recognize their la
ployes as an organized body, and they
come back with the union "recog-
nized" and under an agreement that
so per cent of the old employees be
taken back and the rest within very
short time.
The Journal of the knights Of Labor
says: "One of the leading questions
which must be decided next year is
whether the now all-powerful trusts
shall be permitted to exist and -four
ish, regulate the supply and fix the
price of nearly every commodity which
the people require, despotically rule
legislatures, congresses, the national
administration and the courts-in
short, whether the trusts or the people
shall hereafter control the American
Republic"
Discussing the outlook for the ma
chinery trade. the Iron Age says that
additions to the iron and steel pro-
ducing capacity Of the country will not
be made SO rapidly as many people
hone. Brick and stone can be had In
unlimited quantities, but projectors OF
new works find trouble in securing
equipment Builders Of engines con-
crowded with work, and 1t is doubtful
IL contracts could be placed for the de-
livery of blowing engines or heavy
rolling mill engines much under a
year and a half. A large steel COM
pany recently arranged for engines
for a projected plate mill, and the best
delivery that they could get was fifteen
months.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
Wing Alfred's Anniversary.

The one thousandth anniversary Of
the death of King Alfred the Great will
be celebrated in 1901 and the commit
tee has decided that the city of Win
chester should occupy prominent po'
sition in the commemoration and that
a national memorial should be erected
there, which was the royal burial place
and residence Of the king.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

It is averred by IA famous Chinese
doctor that nervousness Is kept out OF
the Celestial empire by the use Of soft
soled shoes. The hard soles worn BY
the Anglo-Saxon race are said to be
the cause of their extreme nervous
temperament.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Fish being rich in phosphorus and
phosphorus being the essential thing
In making matches, it therefore stands
70 reason that girls should be partial
TO fish diet.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Senator Beverage Of Indiana, sup
posed to be lost, has been heard from
At Nagasaki. The public generally
doesn't know where Nagasaki is, but
It is pleased to learn that Beverage Is
there.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

! The statements of the Fall River
mills for the quarter ended July 30.
this year, indicate that the long-de-
pressed cotton industry in New Eng
land, especially that part Of 1t located
In Fall River, is coming in slowly, 1t Is
true, but surely for some Of the benc-
ats OF better times. In the first three
months Of the present year all the mills
paid out $2S5,525 for dividends-a rate
Of 1.21 per cent on capitalization OF
s22 .o2s, 900, as compared with .7S per
cent for the preceding quarter. During
the quarter In question all the mills
are credited with having made money,
though nine out of thirty-eight cor
porations passed dividends-a fact that
is explainable on the ground that they
have decided to devote their earnings
to the wiping out Of debts or to the
purchasing of new equipment. Unless
present indications are incorrect the
next quarters report will reveal a
much healthier condition Of affairs.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
His Speciality.

"You seem strangely Indifferent to-
night" said the fair girl, as she twirl-
ed the large solitaire on her engage
ment finger.
Pardon me-" replied her plumber
lover. 81 must admit that am not
much good at cooling, but when ii
comes to billing I'm strictly in u"
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
LABOR AND INDUSTRY
SOME ITEMS OF INTEREST TO
UNION WORKMEN.

Why Labor Laws are Knocked Out
The ultimate Responsibility Rests with
tho People, Those Who Toll Are In
the Great Majority-N.ise Words.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Ask Your Dealer for Aliens Foot-Ease.
A powder to shake in your shoes It
rests the feet. Cures Corns, Bunions,
Swollen, Sore, Hot, Gallons, Aching,
Sweating Feet and Ingrowing Nails.
At all druggists and shoe stores, 25 cts.
Sample mailed FREE. Address Allen
s. Olmsted, lie Roy, n. Y.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

A rural editor says chickens are
worth 2 cents apiece In his town-but
he doesn't say how large the pieces
are.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
Chicago Great wcs.crn Increase.

The earnings of the Chicago Great
Western Ry., Maple Leaf Route" for
the fourth week of July, 1899, shows an
increase of s9,5736S. Total increase
since beginning o. fiscal year (July
1st) to date, $S9,343.02.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

An Irishman says that love sets the
heart aching so deliciously there is no
getting a wink of sleep for the pleasure
Of the pain.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Skirts and dresses should always be
starched in hot starch. "Faultless Starch"
gives the best results as it does not injure
the fabrics All grocers sell it, lOc package.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
Food In Africa.

In certain parts of Africa, crocodiles
toads and spiders are eaten. Ancient
Romans ate caterpillars, snt some Al
ricana da.the same to-day.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Two bottles Of Piso's Curo for Consump-
ton cured me of a bad lung trouble.-Mrs.
]. Nichols, Princeton, Ind, Mar ~, 1895.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

At Philadelphia a court-martial has
oficially decided that lovemaking is
not inconsistent with soldierly duty,
and that sentinel may hold his rifle
in his right hand while his left arm Is
wound around the waist of a girl.
Secretary Long has Endorsed the de-
cision and has ordered the culprit in
the Casa marine at the Philadelphia
navy-yard-to return to his post I'M
censured. Thus are the rightful priv
ilepes of a hero defined and sustained
by highest authority, while Cupid and
Mars. hand in hand, dance joyously
around ths secretary's office. :
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Some men spend their tim, in set
ing traps for themselves
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

1t really seems incongruous that
there should be all this heat over the
Alaskan matter.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Kaskola is guaranteed TO cure Dyspepsia
and Indigestion. 1t contains new remedies
that digest starchy food. 15c. All druggists.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

ty. He received numerous orders for
portraits, but rarely ever executed
them, preferring rather to devote his
time to pictorial painting.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

For reasons all can understand, the
Turk will probably never be an as
Bimilator or a gobbler.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

settlsmsnt Ia This ueosd- LSst
Which affords such opportunities to
the homeseelSer and investor as that
along the line of the Port Arthur
Route"
EXCURSION RATES TWICE EACH
MONTH
Shortest and best line to Joplin,
Hot Springs, Fl Smith, Houston and
Galveston.
Only line to Port Arthur.
II. C. ORR, Gcnl Pass. Agt.,
Kansas City, Mo
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Georgia is engaged in confiscating all
the oil in sight. This is smooth way
Of reaching the octopus.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

The room for improvement is usual
ly a spacious one.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

We board, 70 I'm and treat aides In troubl, Ad-
dress lock box 1888. Kansas City, Mo-
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Some little men form companies
with mighty big names.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

No barber has a right to charge
man fifteen cents for opinions that he
doesn't want.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Don't go to extremes-especially in
your dealings with bees and wasps.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Give to every human being every op-
bortunity you claim for yourself.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

The upright character needs down
right sense.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

MIS-. WILSON'S soothing syrup
For children ething ,softens gIs reduces inham
nation alays pa in cures wind collie. 10 ents bottle
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

1t always DOES people harm to
>, baby" taem though they all like it.
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

Mud-slingers usually scrape it OIL
themselves
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

1t is not history alone that has room
for the heroic
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

The Best Prescription for Chils
and Fever is bottle of GROVES TAsTELEss
CHILL Tonic. 1t is simply iron and quinine
in q tasteless form. Nocure-no pay. Price. 80
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18
Heed the Red Flag of Danger.

Red pimples blotches, bolls sores are dangersig-
nal OF torpid liver poisoned blood ,ares Candy
Cathartic will save you. All druggists @, Z)c S0c
Kansas agitator. [volume] (Garnett, Kan.) 1890-1905, 1899-08-18

A time-honored paper is a promis-
sorry note that is not duly protested.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
Millinery

| have large stock of new millenery
goods of the latest fall styles. Satisfac-
ton as to quality and price guaranteed.
| also have large assortment of stamped
linen on hand the Brainard and Arm
strong silks and fancy cushion covers.
Call and inspect the line.
2ltfl Mrs. NJ. l.. O'DELL.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
DeHaven Bros studio,

DeHaven Bros studio.
Public attention is invited to our
superior Photographic and art work.
Enlarging a speciality. We have put in
a fine line of mouldings and are prepar-
ed to do framing of all kinds. We carry
a line of amateur goods, cameras, etc,
and do finishing. View work of all kinds
and sizes. Patronage is solicited. Sat
isfaction guaranteed.
DEHAvEN BROTHERS,
oltfl Paw Paw, Mich.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
1S14-Isoo-25 Years

And still in the Piano and Organ trade.
If you want the best at the lowest pos
sible price. 60 organs and go pianos is
the daily product of the largest factory
in the world. S3,O00,O00 capital. All
goods warranted New organs SO and
up; new pianos S165 and up. Cash or
payments. Consultation free.
06tfl w. NJ. BRANCH.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
MdtChIeSS Values in EV6ru Department.

Cotton Bed Blankets pair yards Cream White Ten
bis Flannel Tennis Flannel SC yard Cotton
Fannes 44c 500 Tennis Flannel in colored stripes at
yards Wool Eiderdown leading coors the kind
Southdown Flannel for Scques and Dressing Gowns I29c
Ladies Tennis Night Robes 4Sc oSc Chdrens Ten
mis- Skirts Womens Tennis Skirts 4Sc Chldren Sleep
ing Suits Soc Chldren Union Suits from 43c $50 Ladies'
ST. 90 Union Suits 6oc Chidrens Underwear I29c to
Womens Natural Jersey Underwear at 23c Mems Grey Under
25c Womens Flanneete Wrappers, 7c, 9Sc Best
Two Clasp Kid Cloves Mems Tennis Night Shirts SOC,
49, csc.
We open this bran lot of Black and Coored Dress
goods very including elegant Black Cpons
New Putting Dress Fronts besides New All Over Nets for
Dresses.
The Cloak Department
Shows things Golf Capes just from the market
besides lot of Chldrens Jackets and Ladies
Shoes Department.
Dongola Shoes stock tip banner 81
special price Chidrens Fine Button Shoes wedge
heel patent tip sale price SOC Ladies felt noe extension soe
good winter Shoe, price $500.
You will here find a complete assortment of dependable
chandse all lines prices less than be found elsewhere
w. J. SELLICK.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
Geo. !. Bruner.

Contractor and building mover, all kinds
of plain and fancy stone work done. Will
take contracts for all kinds of building
and repairing and furnish everything
Satisfaction guaranteed. | sell and
set up Snow Bros. furnaces. Kibbie
phone at residence. GEO. l.. BRUNER.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

The bluest blue makes the whitest
white, that's Russ Bleaching Blue. Re
fuse fraudulent limitations.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

Mr.. Whitbeck will have on hand in
added to each load for hauling. Hard
coal, 1915 until November /, and % cents
extra for fractions of ton. [27t2
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

Russ Bleaching Blue makes clothes
whittier than snow, delights the laundress.
All grocers sell it in and 10 cent pack
ages.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
First Great Sale Of
FALL and WINTER GOODS

Twenty-Five thousand dollars worth of Dry Goods ETC. in
this popular shopping place. bought the LOWEST MARKET
PRICE and MARKED AT A SMALL MARGIN OF PROFIT.
Merchandise of all kinds advancing manufacturers would
duplicate orders original prices Now is the time make
purchases
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
Pensions.

Pensions.
Having recently been admitted to
practice before the department of the
to transact any business before the de-
partment that may be intrusted to me.
Especial attention will be given to pen
sion claims.
03tfl o. w. ROWLAND.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

Money to loan on farm mortgages. r.
A. Crane, Chase Block, Kalamazoo, Mich.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
A. WHITMAN. GRANITE WORKS.

buy direct from the quarries, without
the aid of middlemen, and so save all
commissions.
large stock to select from. do save you
one-fourth in price. 1t will pay you to
come here.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
To Loan.

The success of a yacht race is in keeping
ahead. The same with millinery bus
mess. Mrs. Van Fleets stock and
prices still lead the race, and are fortified
by the Perfect Hat Fastener
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

Buckwheat.
The highest price and the best -four at
the Almena mills.
EDw. II. MINER, Prop.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

DIR. r.. ID. Sargent,
First door west of Town Hall,
2327tfl Glendale, Mich.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

Notice.
| have number of select farms, large
and small. Also some fine village prop
erty. Houses and lots at sacrifice prices.
Parties wishing buy will do well to see
me before purchasing.
E. e. DOWNING,
62tfl Real Estate Agent,
Paw Paw, Mich.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
MICHIGAN WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER

The leading fire insurance companies
represented by Il. r. PARKS.
David nd-rson-Lawyer.
All business given prompt and careful
attention. Office over Paw Paw Savings
Bank
A. Lynn Free-Lawyer,
Office over Avery's store, Paw Paw,
Michigan.
Lincoln II. Titus,
Attorney at Law.-Abstract Building
Law, Insurance and Collections.
James E Chandler,
Attorney at law. Office over Phillips
furniture store, Paw Paw.
Paw Paw Savings Bank.
j. WooDMAN, j. w. FREE,
Vice Pres, Cashier.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
j. j. Woodman, David Fisher,
John w. Free w. r. Sellick,
F. w. Sellick, William j. Sellick,
John Lyle, G. K. Lyle.
Interest Paid on Certificates of Deposit.
Pigs For Sale.
Is pigs, weeks old, for sale at Maple
Knoll Farm. [17tfl LINCOLN III. TITUs.
Schedule of Teachers Examinations For
IS90-10OO.
Schedule of teachers examinations for
1S99-1900:
At South Haven, October beginning
third Thursday; for second and third
grades.
At Paw Paw, March beginning last
Thursday; for all grades.
At Decatur, June beginning third
Thursday; for second and third grades.
Office days-every Saturday.
WELLS q. Brown,
Commissioner of Schools.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

Beans. Potatoes and Apples Wanted.
l would like potatoes, beans, green and
dried apples at Mattawan, and at Pine
Grove on Thursdays.
24tfl r. S. STEVENS.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01
Shoes Department.

Il. c. WATERS e. co.--HARowARe.
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

A green silk umbrella was left at the
home of Mrs. John Lyle about the first
of October. She will return the property
to rightful owner on receipt of payment
for this advertisement. 1t
Pacahontas Coal.
The smokeless fuel. We have two or
three carloads now unloading that we
will sell in any quantities. Enquire at
office. PRESCOTT & REMINGTON. ii
The true northerner., 1899-11-01

The leading fire insurance companies
represented by L. F. PARKS.