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The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27
Want your moustache or beard beautiful
brown or rich black? Then use
BUCKIkGHAM'S DYE %t ShE si2e
BOUND TO FAIL.
The Loss of Football Players
Sealed the Colleges
DOOm,

This promising young Detroiter, six feet
in the clear and trim as racing spar, went
into his fathers office the other day and
gave him shock. what is there for me
about the establishment to do?" he began,
without prologue.
We'll find place for you, my boy. when
the time comes"
But now? What is there now?"
See here, my son, if you've been getting
into trouble, and need money, say so. Don't
approach me in this roundabout way. I'm
no spring chicken, and I've been over the
course. Out with it."
II don't owe a dollar and there's nothing
to conceal from you. l can see that there
will be no more college for me, and I'm not
going to stay around home as deadhead."
mo more college? Some one must have
misled you. The business was never more
prosperous, and have plenty OF course
you'll go back and complete your course.
I'll swell the allowance if you think best"
mo, I've concluded to cut it all and go to
work. I'm not so tickle as to take up with
another alma mater. Besides, the other fell
lows would all be new. / would have no
class memories, and I'd simply be cat in
a strange garrett"
Certainly you'd not change No one
thought of such thing. Go back and finish
with the boys you started in with"
Father, you don't understand. That in
stitution won't last three months. -Four of
the best football players have sent word that
they must drop out. 1t is all up, and want
job."-Detroit Free Press.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

my husband that some
thing must be done, for
/ was nearly frantic with
pain. Having read of
tn e wonderful cure S
Lydia E. Pinkham's Veg
etable Compound had
performed, determined
to try it. l have taken
it and am happy to say I
am cured. l recommel
to all my friends and /
tire of telling the bene
have derived from its us
have you alone to than.
my recovery"
MRS. ELLEN FLANA-
GAN, 1870 Mountain ST.,
Philadelphia, Pa, writes:
"DEAR MRS. PINKHAM
Three years ago l was
a sufferer from chronic
dyspepsia, was irritable
and cross, and can say
that after taking seven
bottles of Lydia E. Pink
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27
PROTECTING TREES.
Wrapping the Lower Part of the
Trunk with Tarred Paper Will
Keep Away Mice and BOrers.

Much protection against mice and
borers can be given young fruit trees by
wrapping the lower part of the trunk
with tarred paper, but do it as suggest
ed in the illustration. Dig away the
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

Borers should be cut or probed out
whenever they are present. Their pres
ence may be known by the sawdust like
castings of the insect or by depressions
in the bark.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27
Just Wrafn.

'Fine lot of guys they are" said the al
derman, ''to be calling me dishonest. l never
took cent of pay from anyone that didn't
render value received. indianapolis Jour-
nal.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

Give got no case" said lawyer who was
trying a suit for damages against railroad,
"but I've got the jury. "-Atchison Globe.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

The wonder is not that people are afraid
to tell the truth, but that they are not
afraid to tell lie-Atchison Globe.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27
One Reason.

Green-Why is it that some doctors have
so small practice?
DeWitt-It may be because they are
practicing physicians.-Cleveland Leader.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

Huntley-"Funny thing, that elopement
of Miss Longwaite and young Shipper" Au-
thor" Elopement? That was an abduc
ton! .-Philadelphia North american.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

We refund l0c for every package of PUT
NAM FADELESS DYES that fails to give
satisfaction. Monroe Drug Co., KNOXVILLE,
Mo. Sold by all druggists.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27
A Thrifty Damsel,

A spirit of thrift was shown by young
woman who entered car with sundry hoxes
and bundles. Another young person came
in, at the next station and recognized her.
"Oh, my, who is to be married."
Nobody; and me last of ALL"
Then what are the flowers for?"
"A funeral; our teacher died, and we
girls put together to get this wreath"
Poor thing; did she know she was going
to die?"
added, cheerfully: "but she does by this
time" all being said in the most uncon-
sclous way.
..How much was the wreath?"
1.-Two dollars and sixty cents. only had
two-twenty-fve"
did you pay the difference?"
Dear, no. 1 made him give it to me for
two dollars, so l saved my own quarter /
put in, but I'm going to make the girls think
I paid two-sixty."
"Well, that's right; the wear and tear is
worth quarter, rely."-Detroit Free
Press
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

RS PNKHAM says that irritabity indicates disease.
IVI Women who nervous and snappish to be
- pitied Their homes uncomfortable; their dis
positions grow constantly Such need the
sci and of who understands the peculiar
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

Piso's Cure is a wonderful Cough medi-
cine.-Mrs. w. Pickert, Van Siclen and
Blake Aves.. Brooklyn, n. Y, Oct. 26, '94.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

To Cure n Cold in One Day
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund money lift fails to cure. 25c.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

troubles Of her sex.
MRS. ANNA E. HALL, of Mill
dale, Conn, was all run down in
health and had completely-lost
control of her nerves. She wrote
to Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn, Mass,
for advice. Now she writes:
Il wish to thank you for what
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27
EVERYDAY
TALKS WITH
WOMEN

your Vegetable Compound has done for helped
than anything else. suffered for long time with
vousness pains and limbs falling of the womb
also had neuralgia in my head and could sleep told
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1899-10-27

hams Vegetable Compound entirely cured take great
pleasure writing this you and would be pleased
interviewed by any who afflicted with that distressing
complaint. am very grateful to you
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
story of a Slave.

To be bound hand and foot for
years by the chains OF disease is the
worst form OF slavery. George d.
Williams, of Manchester, Mich. tells
how such slave was made free. He
says: my wife has been so helpless
for FIVE years that she could not turn
over in bed alone. After using two
bottles OF Electric Bitters, she is
wonderfully improved and able to do
her own work" This supreme rem
edy for female diseases quickly cures
nervousness, sleeplessness, melan-
choly, headache, backache, fainting
and dizzy spells. This miracle work
ing medicine is a godsend to weak,
sickIy, run down people. Every bot
tie guaranteed. Only so cents. Sold
by @. 4. Taggart, druggist.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
NEW CENIERvILLE.

Otis Zentzis has been attending the
Deaf Convention at st. Paul this week.
He was accompanied by his.sister, Mag
gle.
Mrs. Mary Herman of this vicinity has
returned from Chicago, after spending
several weeks there visiting relatives.
Mr. Edison Of Pierre, S. D., has been
visiting at Ben Phernetton's.
Mrs. Glass of River Falls visited her
parents here last week.
John Peterson of Battle Lake, Mimi,
and Miss Lettie Nelson, youngest daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. Ole Nelson, were
married last week at the Lutheran church
by Rev. NJ. Thorson. After the cere-
moRy at the house, the guests gathered
at the brides home and enjoyed them
selves the remainder of the day and eve
ming. They will make their home in
Minnesota.
Adolph Thorson is home from the Uni
versity of Minnesota, where he is study
ing dentistry.
Mike Mccartney is visiting his sister,
Mrs L. Kellogg, in Ono.
Jim Phernetton came up from Belden..
vile Saturday night, having finished
saving for the season.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

Our baby had been continually
troubled with collie and cholera infan-
tum since his birth, and all that we
could do for him did not seem to give
more than temporary relief, until we
tried Cham berlain's Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhea Remedy. Since giving
that remedy he has not been troubled.
We want to give you this testimonial
as an evidence of our gratitude. not
that you need it to advertise your
meritorious remedy.-G. M. Law,
Keokuk, Iowa. For sale by R. S.
Freeman s. Son.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
WISCONSIN, THURSDAY m,lS
NEW RICHMOND NOTES.

The city building, the only permanent
building put up by the relief committee
/ is rapidly nearing completion. Ii is OH
the old foundation, and very much after
| the old plans.
A large force of men, under charge OF
| the state health department, is at work
cleaning up the rubbish. Whatever will
not burn ia being used to fill up low places
in the streets.
The Republican Voice office is nearly
ready for occupancy the new press is on
the ground, and the proprietors expect to
be doing their own work next week.
The frame of the new Omaha depot is
up and closed in, and the building will
soon be ready for use.
Chas. Lalnphear has his new hotel,
just west of the depot, done and is oc-
cupying it.
A new hotel is being built on 3rd street
just east of the depot.
The buildings formerly occupied by f.
S. Bell, Hicks 4 Co. and Fl. W. Fink are
being rebuilt, the walls being nearly fin
ished.
The Manufacturers Bank is pushing
work on its new structure on she corner
OF Main and End streets, the former site
of Patton 4 Carey'a drug store.
F. T. Bannister is at work on three
new buildings on Main st.
Ward S. Williams store is rebuilding
on the old site.
Several residences are already building
and others are only waiting for lumber
The Electric Light Co. will restore its
system of lights as fast as the city re-
builds.
The adjourned annual school meeting
Monday evening took no action with re-
gard to taxes, it being impossible to tell
how much tax the district can raise.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
Rismark's Iron Nerve

Was the result of his splendid.health.
Indomitable viii and tremendous
energy are not found where Stomach,
Liver, Kidneys and Bowels are out of
order. If you want these qualities
and the success they bring, use DR..
Kings New Life Pills. They develop
every power of brain and body. Only
% cents at Taggart & Co.'S. Drug
store
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

"Honoring The Lords Day" Elk. 20:
Sill, Rev. l: 10.
Nearly everybody in theory con-
dennis Sunday work, but many who
do so defend Sunday pleasuring, for
getting that one mans pleasure is an
other mans work. The sins against
the Sabbath that seem relatively
harmless, such as Sunday pleasure
rides, are really most harmful, because
one hundred will do what seems a
little sin to one that will do what IL
more generally and severely condemn.
ed.
Meeting next Sunday evening at
o'clock the same as last Sunday eve.
ming. Old and young are cordially
invited. Leader, Philip Glass.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
KOKoMo. IND. April 4, Is

1 can say without fear Of successful
contradiction that DIR. j. Mclean
Liver and Kidney Balm is the best
Medicine | have ever used for kidney
and liver troubles, / suffered for five
years and had about dispaired OF OBJ
tanning relief when your Liver and
Kidney Balm was recommended to
me. In it l found the desired relief.
J. FL. ARNETT.
For sale by @. r. Taggart s. Co.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

The collapse of the Bicycle Trust
with proposed capitalization of $780,
900, 600 is suggestive Of the way in
which remedy can be found for this
menace to the business interests OF
the country-trusts. The banks re-
fused it credit--and the capital was
not in sight.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

The Iron Hall, a trust formed in
1892 in Indiana, and which went into
the hands of a receiver, has just been
closed. The claims aggregated So, l00,-
900. The creditors get 335 per cent Of
their claims, and the receivership cost
s137,375. Where did the profit come
in
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
DOWNING.

]. F. Wall is spending week at home
Miss Bessie Porter of st. Paul spent a
few days here last week visiting relatives
and friends.
The dance in the hall last Friday eve
ming was well attended, The proceeds
were given to Mrs. Cole, who had the
misfortune to lose her house and furni-
ture by fire few weeks ago.
Frank Leroy and family leave for
Eagle Bend, Mimi, this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Vie. Lewis of Boyceyille
spent Sunday at Jno. Wallis.
Pearl Hartshorn has moved to Glen
wood.
S. Stoddard and family spent Sunday
at Cranetown.
Mrs. Jones returned to Hersey Mon
day aftef spending week with friends
at Cranetown.
Pure, clean blood and a healthy liv-
er result from the use of DeWitt's
Little Early Risers, the famous lit
tie pills" They cure constipation,
biliousness and sick-headache. r. S.
Freeman & Son.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

Under the Orion insurance tax law,
the stock life insurance companies
doing business in Wisconsin will pay
a total Of $l67, 1876 additional taxes in
this state this year. OF this the
North Western Mutual Life of Mil
waukee alone pays S152. 739.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

The anniversary OF the battle of
Bunker Hill was celebrated by the
Bostonians the 18th nit. The occasion
was used to recall the fact that the
British killed numbered 1850, and the
Americans 450. The ancients did not
have modern guns that carry a bullet
three miles and XIII man on the op-
posite side Of a tree, but their muskets
did great execution at short range.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
Council Proceedings.

River Falls, July 18th 1899,
Special meeting of Common Council.
Present, MayorDunn, Aldermen Barg,
Elertson, Winter, and Williams.
Finance Committee reported hav-
ing examined the lumber purchased
from Torkelson Bros. and recon-
mended allowance OF claim for
S1S2- 80.
Bill allowed all voting aye.
On motion voted that well be put
down in the park if satisfactory ar
rangements can be made.
Adjourned.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
Short Course in Agriculture.

The coming term of the Short
Course in Agriculture at Madison
which begins Dec. 5, and closes
March s, promises to surpass all
previous terms in attendance and
character of the work outlined.
One hundred fifty young men
have already declared their inten-
tions of taking the course and have
been duly enrolled as students.
Applications will be received at
the office until the opening of the
term. All students must register
in advance, and it is advisable this
year to register early as the college
may be obliged to limit the mum.
Der, and students will be accepted
iii the order of their application.
The character of the work is of
such a practical nature and so benz
eficial to those who attend that the
Short Course in Agriculture has be-
come one Of the most popular
courses Of the University.
The new illustrated circular de-
scribing the course is now ready
for distribution and can be obtain
ed by sending request to
r. A. Moore, Madison, Wis.
Thomas Rhoads, Centerfeld, o.,
writes: II suffered from piles seven or
eight years. No remedy gave me re-
lief until DeWiuts Witch Hazel
Salye, less than box of which per-
manently cured me-" Soothing, heal
ing, perfectly harmless. Beware of
Il. S. Freeman & Son.
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(First publication July 6, 1897
NnTIcE mr. FINAL SETTLEMENT

CTATE OF WISCONSIN - COUNTY COURT
y for Pierce county.
Notice is hereby given that at special term
of the County Court to be held in and for said
county, at the county court room in the village
of Ellsworth in said county, on the first Tues
day, (being the first day) of August, A. d.
1899, at 10 O'Clock A. ~, the following matters
will be held and considered:
The application of MIS-. Josie Williams, adj
ministratrix OF the estate of S. II. Williams,
late of the town of River Falls, in said county,
deceased, for the examination and allowance
of her final account, of her administration, and
for the assignment of the residue of the estate
of S. II. Williams, deceased to such other
persons rs are by law entitled to the same
Dated June 80, A. ID. 1892
BY order of the Court,
ALLEN p. WELD,
1873 County Judge.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

The American Bible Society issued
]. ss0, s92 copies Of the holy scriptures
during the past year. OF this num-
Der 7l9, 622 we're distributed in foreign
lands.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

DeWitt's Little Early Risers benefit
Permanently. They lend gentle as
sistance to nature, causing no pains
or weakness, permanently curing con-
stipation and liver ailments. r. S.
Freeman & Son.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

The socalled christian Scientists"
are sending out a great deal of liter
allure in explanation or excuse for
their peculiar doctrines. They claim
that mind, instead of matter, is the
principle Of pathology and healing dis
eases a mental process. Imagination
seems to be at the foundation of this
spiritual healing ''-remarkable cures
of diseases being reported of those
who THINK they are sick.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
GIVE you
NE " Eyes

NETY EYES
Is something we can't do, but we eau make
your old ones as geod as new with q pair Of
our carefully fitted glasses. Thorough examin-
alton with opthalmoscope; no charge for same.
II your eyes are bothering you IN any way,
SHOOTING
PdINS
In the temples-dull aches across the fore
head-blurred vision-letters or lines running
into one another-skipping of words or letters
in reading-seeing objects double-foating
specks that come and Conversion to bright
light-a confusion of objects which can be re-
leyed by closing the eyes momentarly-that
tired feeling in and back of the eyes-infiam-
nation in the minute veins covering the
"whites of the eyes" are all symptoms OF optic :
al defects that can remedy with a properly
adjusted glass. a $40 examination free.
w. W. Taggart, 0ptician, Office next door to
Bank of River Falls, River Falls Wis.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

Whole wheat -four for sale at Geo.
Fortune & Co.'s feed store. This is
one of the most wholesome of cereal
foods, at very moderate price.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
MARTELL

Henry Gasman has rented his mill to
Mclaughlin Bros. of Trimbelle. They
moved into A. P. Forsyth's house last
week.
Mrs. Benson of Minnesota is spending q
few weeks with her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Lear.
Emma Malloy is home from Willmar,
Mimi, to spend her vacation.
Mrs. Grant and children and Miss NJ.
Olsen were guests Of Mrs. Stowell from
Thursday to Monday.
Mrs. julien of Saltwater is visiting her
mother, Mrs. Lien.
Edith Canning is home from Spring
Valley.
Inga Olsen is spending her vacation at
home.
Ruth Peterson is home from st. Paul
Mr.. and Mrs. o. j. Hohle Of Ellsworth
were callers last Sunday.
Mrs. o. Osen left for her home in
Oconomowoc last Monday. She will Wis
1t with friends in Baldwin, Chippewa
Falls and Eau Claire on the way.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

To exchange extracted honey for
silver dimes, oats, corn, eggs and
potatoes. A. ID. SHEPARD.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
Home Seekers Excursions.

June and 20, July and IS, August
l and Is, September 5 and 10, and
October 3 and II. For rates and ter
ritory apply at ticket offices.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

IOE.-Ice delivered to any part of
the city. Leave orders at either of
the meat markets.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

It's like "dip in the fountain OF
youth" Touches the cheeks so
gently that youth lingers on the
face OF old age" That's what Rocky
Mountain Tea does. c. r. Taggart &
~
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

Maud-Last night Jack told me
that he wouldn't marry the best girl
living, Observation-Disclosures she took
Rocky Mountain Tea. Bright fellow.
C. r. Tagcart & Co.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
Volcanic Eruptions

Are grand, but Skin Erupions rob
life of Joy. Bucklen's Arnica Salve
cures them; also Old, Running and
Fever Sores, Ulcers, Boils, Felons,
Corns, Warts. Cuts, Bruises, Burns,
Scalds, Chapped Hands, Chilblains.
Best Pile cure on earth. Drives out
Pains and Aches. Only 25 cents a
box. Cure guaranteed. Sold by G.
r. Taggart & Co., Druggists.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

A German who has been inyestigat-
ing the commerce of the Atlantic
Ocean says there is an average of 1861
sailing vessels on the ocean, with A,
800 persons in their crews. Every day,
also, there are / ,504 steam ships, with
their crews numbering 50, 1868 men
and 1855 passengers afloat on the
Atlantic. This makes daily average
for the year of 8, los vessels and 100, 727
persons spread over the Atlantic
Ocean. A historical incident Of nayi-
cation worthy of mention is his state
ment that in 1879 it cost $10.81 to car
ry ton of wheat from New York to
Havre. Now it costs about $3.50 a
ton.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20
The latest in shirts at Burhyte's.
Farms for Sale.
WanfedI

have for sale on easy terms several
farms in the vicinity OF River Falls
N. p. HAUGEh
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1899-07-20

The seriousness OF the real difficult
les Of the construction Of the Near
aqua canal may be inferred from the
varying estimates of the several sur
veys that have been made. The first
survey was made in 1852, with an esti-
mate of cost placed at s31, 1919. An
other made in 1873 placed the cost at
$65, 722, lat. A survey made in 1SS7-90,
estimated the cost at $50, 036, 1877. Still
another and the last survey made
places the cost at from 1924 900, 900 to
$3.50, 000, 900.