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The Meeker herald., 1899-07-22
An Excellent Combination.

The pleasant method and beneficial
effects of the well known remedy,
SYRUP OF FIGS, manufactured by the
CALIFORNIA FIa SYRUP Co., illustrate
the value of obtaining the liquid laxa-
tive principles of plants known to be
incidentally laxative and presenting
them in the form most refreshing to the
taste and acceptable to the system. 1t
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dispelling colds, headaches and fevers
gently yet promptly and. enabling one
to overcome habitual constipation per-
manently. Its perfect freedom from
every Objectionable quality and sub
stance, and its acting on the kidneys,
liver and bowels, without weakening
or irritating them, make II the ideal
laxative.
In the process of manufacturing figs
are used, as they are pleasant to the
taste, but the medicinal qualities of the
remedy are obtained from senna and
other aromatic plants, by a method
known to the CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP
Co. only. In order to get its beneficial
effects and to avoid limitations, please
remember the full name of the Company
printed on the front of every package.
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The Meeker herald., 1899-07-22

"All things come to him who waits =
yes; we get nearly everything We want
after We get through wanting Il"
The Meeker herald., 1899-07-22

Are Yo1 Using Alisas 1oos-Hassf
II u the only cure for gwollsa.
0marting. Burning. Sweating Feet
Corns and Bunions. Ask for Allan'a
Toot-Ease. . powder TO b shaken into
the shoes. Al all Druggists and Shos
Stores. 1Sc. Sample sent FRED. Al
dress. Allen 9. Olmstsd. Leroy. N. Z.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
MILES IS CRITICISED
PRESIDENT APPROVES FINDINGS OF
BEEF BOARD.

The Charges That Beef Was Chemically
Treated Not Sustained-Canned Meat
Declared an Unsuitable Ration-Gen-
eral Egan Blamed for Shortcomings.
WASHINGTON, May S.-By direction
of the president, who approves the find
ings, Acting Secretary of War Meikle-
john yesterday made public the report
and findings of the military court ap-
pointed to investigate the charges made
by Major General Miles, commanding
the army, that the beef supplied to
the army during the war with Spain
was unfit for the use of the troops.
The most important features of the re-
port are: The finding that the general s
allegations that the refrigerated beef
was treated with chemicals were not es-
tablished; that his allegations concern
ing the canned fresh or canned roast
ity for food as used OF the transports
and as long continued field ration;
censure of General Miles for "error" in
failing to promptly notify the secretary
of war when he first formed the opin-
ion that the food was unfit; censure of
the commissary general (then General
Eagan) for the too extensive purchases
Of the canned beef as an untried ration;
censure of Colonel Maus of General
Miles staff; the finding that the packers
were not at fault, and the meats sup
piled to the army were of the same
quality as those supplied to the trade
generally, and the recommendation that
no further proceedings will be taken in
the premises.
The court finds that there was neglect
in Cuba and to less degree in Porto
Rico in delivering the refrigerated beef.
The court is Of the opinion that it would
have been impracticable to land beef cat
tie on the hoof in Cuba.
There is more or less criticism of
General Miles in various parts of the
report. Probably the most direct in
stance is the one which states that be-
yond the criticism of officers found else
where in the report: 'The court finds
that against none of the officers COM
manding corps, divisions, brigades and
regiments and their staff officers should
no charge of guilty be brought.
1.-The court also finds that the major
| general commanding the army had nc
sufficient justification for alleging that
the refrigerated beef was embalmed OF
was unfit for issue to troops. 1t also
| finds that he committed an error in that,
having belief or knowledge, as claimed,
that the food was unfit; that it caused
| sickness and distress; that some of it
was supplied under the pretense of ex.
pertinent; that other beef was EN-,
balmed, he did not Immediately report
such knowledge or belief to the secre.
tary of war to the end that proper
remedy might be promptly applied"
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
stin Rounding Up Rioters.

WALLACE, Ida, May 9.-Heavy rains
yesterday made life unpleasant for the
700 prisoners in the stockade at Ward
ner. Deputy marshals are still scour-
ing the district, picking up occasional
suspects. The most important arrest
yesterday was George Olmstead, con-
ductor of the train which the rioters
stole. He has run from Wallace to
Burke for years, yet he claims he did
not recognize any of the mob. The Or
der of Attorney General Hays to en-
ploy only nonunion men will be obeyed
generally and all mines ar closed,
awaiting the arrival of new men. The
Bunker Hill is working about 80 under
ground, that being the only mine en-
ploying nonunion men.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
Dom Paul Is Obdurate,

CAPETowN, May 6.-The reply Of
President Kruger of the Transvaal re-
public to the demand from the British
secretary of state for the colonies,
Joseph Chamberlain, for the cancella-
ton of the dynamite concession, is pub
lished here. President Kruger contends
that the concession is bona fide and con-
stitutes no breach of the London con-
vention. The Transvaal, President
Kruger insists, is entitled to its opinion
as to what is best for the interests Of
the republic. The amendment of the
concession as asked by the British gov
ernment, the president adds, would be
q breach of faith with regard to other
parties
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
Endorse Presidents Policy.

CHICAGO, May S.-Two big mass
meetings We're held in Chicago yester-
day to voice the approval Of the policy
of the administration with reference to
the Philippine islands, ana to protest
against the sentiments expressed at the
"anti-expansion" meeting in Central
Music hall week ago. Yesterdays
meetings were held in Auditorium and
Central Music hall and in spite of
the inclement weather the aggregate of
attendance was probably 10000.
The presiding officers of the two
meetings were Judge Oliver H. Hor-
ton. ex-Judge John Barton PAYNE
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
ON TO BACOLOR NEXT
TOWN is HELD BY SIX THOUSAND

TOWN is HELD BY SIX THOUSAND
FiLlPiNOS.
Americans Resting at San Fernando Pre-
paratory TO Advancing on the Town
Iowans Stand Campaign Well-Rnmors
of Change in Filipino Cabinet.
MANILA, May s.-To clear the Fill
pinos out of Bacolor, about five miles
southwest of San Fernando, will be the
next task of the Americans. The rebel
general, Mascardo, has a force of 5000
men there, well armed and possessed Of
plenty of ammunition. His troops have
never met American soldiers and they
think, according to reports received at
San Fernando. that they can "whip the
whole lot
Bacolor is we'll entrenched and thous.
ands of natives are working like beavers
digging trenches and carrying the dirt
in baskets. The enemy uses his rifle.
men for fighting only, but compels the
bolo men and Chinese, and even the
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
Moore Is Convicted.

HUTCHINSON, Kas., May 6.-John
Moore, who in March last cut the
throats OF his five little children, crushed
their skulls with hatchet and then set
fire to the house in order to conceal his
crime, was convicted yesterday of mur-
der in the first degree, which means a
life term in the penitentiary. The
murderer pleaded apoplectic insanity.
AS he was beidg taken from the court
room to the county Jail Moore broke
away from the sheriff and ran. The
officer fired five shots without effect,
but continued the pursuit and few
minutes later captured the convict in
the house of his father.in-law.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
S1.O0 PER YEAR

anu Thomas b. Bryan. AG the audi
torium, as at the other gathering,
every mention of President Mckinley
and Admiral Dewey brought thunder
GUS applause.
The speakers at the Auditorium were
William Dudley Foulke of Indiana,
Bishop Fallows, Congressman Jonathan
P. Dolliver of Iowa, ex-Congressman
George T. Adams, Judge Richard S.
Tuthill and Rev. DR.. f. S. Hensen.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
Sheriff Blocks Traffic.

GUTHRIE. o. T., May 10.-Two
freight trains and passenger train on
the Santa Fe road were stopped by
Sheriff Newblock and an armed force Of
deputies at Norman yesterday and
chained to the track. The engines
were locked and chained and traffic is
stopped. All this property was levied
on to collect $1,000 taxes owed by the
railroad company for 1898. The COM
pany rendered the county treasurer all
the taxes less mill levy for schools,
which was in dispute and which the
company now has a suit in court en-.
Joining collection.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
President Is Resting.

Hot SPRINGS. Va, May 1O.-Presi-
dent Mckinley has had day of thor
ough rest and comfort at the Hotel
Homestead here. Official business did
not intrude to disturb him, nor did i'm
Fortunate callers crowd to seek his
favor. The guests seemed to know that
his object was freedom from exertion,
and this they accorded him. He spent
most of his day in the apartments set
aside for his party or on the wide
porches upon which his windows
opened. During the afternoon he
started for walk with Secretary Gage
and Senator Fairbanks. AS they went
along the presidents brisk gait and long
strides, jovial disposition and upright
shoulders gave an unimpeacnable denial
of statements that his health is i'm
paired, beyond the necessity for brief
respite from the cares of presidential
life.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11

Be sure and see John Johnson,
32O Chestnut street, before purchas-
ing your Clothing and Shoes, in At
lantic.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11

Insure with the Continental Insur-
ance Company, Theo. Patty Agent Xa.
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11

To Cure A Cold While You Sleep.
Take 'Weeks' Break Up A-Cold
Tablets" No Gu, No Pay. Price 25c.
Chas. w. Houston, Extra: Sole Agent
Audubon County journal. (Exira, Iowa) 1884-1993, 1899-05-11
EXTRA, IOWA; THURSDAY, MAY H. lS99 ST.

TO rusn through General Ovenshine's
line last night. The attempt failed, but
the rebels maintained fusillade of mus.
/ kerry on the Fourth infantry regiment
for several hours. The emonstration
was Intellectual, beyond soaring the in
habitants of Malate.
The outposts Of the Idaho and Califor-
MIA regiments beyond San Pedro Macati
were also attacked during the night.
Detailed reports Of the work of Major
General Lawton's expedition show that
harder fighting took place during the
early part of this week than earlier &C.
counts indicated. In the attack upon
San Rafael the American forces were
met with heavy fire from large num-
Der Of rebels, who were concealed in
the jungles on all sides. 1t was only
the adoption Of the tactics followed in
Indian lighting in the United States,
every man for himself, that saved the
division from great loss. General Law
ton, as usual, was at the head of his
line with his staff.
The insurgent leaders, Gregonio and
Pio Del Pillar, who had 500 men in Bal.
mag, retreated when General Lawton
approached the town. Chief of Scouts
Young, with II men, entered Balinag
ahead of the army and rang the church
bells to announce that they had possess
sion of the city.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27
NICHOLS,
CHURCH AND PERSONAL BRIEFS


James Durward has visited in Phila-
delphia, Pa.
ACthe annual business meeting of the
Y. P. S. G. E. held, last Thur day evening,
the folio wing Ulcers were elected P res
ident, NJ e N. B. Curtis; vice president,
Mrs T. L. Wade; treasurer, Mrs Fl. E
Reed; secretary, Mrs Horace P. Nichols.
Miss Ruby Plumb has entertained Miss
Ruth Bene OF Bridgeport.
Mr. and Mrs Herbert of Bridgeport are
guests at the home of Ell. E. Reed.
Ebert Nichols recently entertained
his soL, Charles Nichols of Monroe.
Ground has been broken for house
soon to be erected on the land owned by
New York parties, formerly the proper
ty OF Nathan Clark.
Mrs Charles B. Nichols has returned
to her home, after treatment at the
Bridgeport hospital.
Miss Rosalie Nichols spent last Mon.
bav night at her uncle'a, r. S. Bassett's,
in Bridgeport.
Harry r. French has been elected ed
ttor-in-chief OF the Bridgeport High
School Student, monthly periodical.
James Durant has been in Philadel-
phia under the doctors care.
Quite large party from this place en-
i0yed straw ride to Huntir gtoD, Satur-
day evening.
Mrs John Peck is boarding in Derby,
during the winter months, but is coming
back in the eprirg.
A number from this place attended the
Parrott- Wheeler nuptials at ST Johns
(EpiscopsD church, Bridgeport, last
Wednesday evening,
William B. Nichols is gaining slowly.
Miss Ruth Bene of Bridgeport spent
last Sunday with Miss Ruby M. Plumb.
Mrs Henry E. Reed has been sick with
the grip.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27
MIDDLEBURY.

The milk supply is unusually large
for January.
Large quantities Of ice continue to be
ha vested.
A grandchild of Mr. Brown Of Bradley
Vile was brought from Waterbury to
Middleburv for burial.
Master Eddie White had narrow es.
cape from serious accident. A cow,
hitherto considered gentle, caught him on
her horns as he was feeding her in the
stable. and held him up until he was res
cued. The rents in bis clothing on the
left side showed how near the heart the
horns of the animal pierced.
Mr. White had turnover one day, los
ing over hundred quarts Of milk there
by.
Mr. and Mrs Nichols are receiving COZ
CALCULATIONS over the birth of a child.
In Middlebury. January 8, 1899, q
daughter to Mr. and Mrs Jsmea Dawire.
In Eatherville, Ia, January 8, 1893, a
daughter to the Rev and Mrs G. G.. Red
grave. Mrs Redgrave ia the daugber of Mr.
sook, highly esteemed citizen of our
town.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27
SOUTH BRITAIN.
Personal AND Damon Abrams.

PERSONAL AND CHURCH AFFAIRS.
ing over the advent OF daughter, born
about New Years.
As Mr. and Mrs Samuel futile were
walking to church, last Sunda,, care
less driver drove 80 near Mrs futile as to
catch the shaft In her cloak, throwing
her TO the ground. Fortunately no bones
were broken.
Mrs Arson Ward had an arm badly
broken, recently, not sprained as THE
BEE stated, last week.
John Bennett, grandfather of William
airy Is, being but two months Of 10O
years of age.
Fl. Minor Post is out after being laid
up with the grip for week.
B. N. Treat met with quite a serious
accident. last week Tuesday. He with
his two boys were chopping ia the woods
and he had the misfortune to have a tree
fall on him, knocking him unC onscious
and cutting bad gash in the top Of bis
mead. DR. Shs psrd was called who sew
ed up the uud aud made him as com.
Portable az possible and at this writing
he is able to be about again.
Fred Wentfch iV verv Toorly and is
apparently sic 1lv failing.
Julius La rf Is suffering with the
grip.
K, H. Fnyd remains about the same.
Miss Eva Plat, Harry Platt and Wal.
! FER Muns0n are recovering from the grip.
Miss Jackson has had the grip; school
was closed Monday.
Miss L.. @. Bennett ard Mrs A D. Nun
son started + New York, Tu e day, for
wo week. visit.
There was donation parev for Rev
Mr. Smiier, Thursday evening, at the
Parish house.
Ms Quintard and children are visiting
at Mr. AveIiil's.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27
PLATTSVILLE.
PERSONAL JoTTINGS.

Quite number of relatives from Sport
Hlli attended the wedding of Miss Lizzie
Wheeler in Bridgeport, Wednesday, the
25th.
Miss Frances Seelev is the guest of
Mise Lillian Smith of New Haven.
Miss Annie Roberts spent last Sunday
at her home on Sport Hill.
Miss Marguerite Sturges has a large
yellow tiger cat which weighs 10 l 2
pounds and it is not q year old yet.
Mr. and Mrs Frank Staples spent last
Sunday with his parents.
Mrs Disbrow, iwho has been very i'll
with the grip,is recovering now.
The members of the EsstOn Grange
who attended the Pomona Grange held
in New Canaan, reported very inc pro-
gram and were treated royalty to a tur.
kew dinper.
F. E. Wetm0re, the popular miller and
merchant. reports business on the in
crease. He has received his commission
as postmaster.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27
STEVENSON.
OLD MILL HALL CLUB TO RESUME ITS
GATHERINGS.

OLD MILL HALL CLUB TO RESUME ITs
GATHERINGS.
After having long vacation the mem
bers of the "Old Mill Hall club" held 8
meeting last week Thursday evenin q land
Mrs Fred French and Robert WheeleF
Joined the club. 1t was decided to chang
headquarters from the Old Mill 10 tbf
house, on the corner near by, which VS.
last occupied by John w. Sherwood. In
vitations have been sent out, this week,
by the social committee for select dance
to be held at their new quarters.
Mrs Augusta Platt has gone to Hunting
ton 10 care for Mrs Maria Brown, an old
lady, SO years of age, and mother of Mr.;
Walter Bradley.
Mr. and Mrs William Jordan are on the
sick list. The other victims of the grip
are slowly recovering.
J. B. Downs and SOD are working on 6
wood Job In Hawleyville.
Charles Il. Sherwood is very sbusy
&c ting out ties on his new estate.
George Bennett of Bridgeport visited
his uncle, Stiles Loveland, last week.
Edward A. French spent portion OF
last week with his cousin in Seymour.
James Ross and his daughter, Carrie
visited relatives in Water bury, last Sun
day.
r. S. Human has been spending sever.
al days in Hartford.
Rev N. B. Prindle of White Hills call
ed at different places through the neigh
borhood. Monday.
Charles E. Gilbert has ia young chick
ems and expects more in few days
Who can beat this so early in the season
Ten men are at work putting new stills
Ia the big trestle and it will take about
two mouths to complete the job.
The first of the week, surveyors begsu
70 plan again the dam near Zoar Bridge.
sure thing this time.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27

ance was large, and representative
from all the adj lining towns were pres :
ent.
Mrs E. F. Hall is steadily recovering
her usual health, after severe Illness,
which caused his friends great alarm.
Mr. and Mrs M. T. Patterson have re-
turned from their wedding trip.
Rev w. e. Jeffries, of the Meth odist
church, preached in the Congregations
church, Sunday morning. in exchapg
with the pastor, Rev J. S. Ives.
James Bradshaw B llings has been IN
town, during the past week, renewing
| old friendships.
The Thursday night social club eniny-
ed turkev supper at the home Of Nj
| snd Mrs Walter S Curtis on Long Brook
| avenue, last Thursday evening. There
was full attendance of the member
and a rare good time enjoyed.
Miss Julia Schofield is visiting friends
in New Haven.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27

Early in the fall the st. Adams Remedy Co
offered four prizes to the four druggists who
should maze The best window OF play of their
goods Druggists All over the country e
sponded and e-tertd in To competition Prob
ably never before hiss such pains been token
| II make handsome winroW displays as these
druggists have made in their sffos Is TO bring
Green Mountain Rsn~yator TO the front 1t ts
moi only the liberal cash prizes that were a.
/ tered that aroused this enthusiasm among the
druggists. Ii was fnllv IS much the tact that
they are all great believers in smiths Green
Mountain Renovation, which has been 50 well
knowu tor over a. years.
This great blood snd nerve remedy, which
has become so popular and which is believed
in equally as much by druggists and doctors
IS by the msnv people whom il has benefit
ted. gave them a most excellent sut Ject on
" hich 10 use their 81 III.
IL is uunecr ssary for us to speak of the hun-
dreiS of beautiful and artistic displays that
have been given The greatest care was nee
essary 10 decide to whom prizes should be
awarded The following gentlemen were
chosen as judges: Lieut.. Gov Fisk. Isle la
Motto. Vt; Col George +. Childs. Editor St
Alhans Mess niger, st Adams. VT, Alfred
butcher, Mem Der State Board Pharmacy, Er-
nest Alexander, Mgr MacLeod's drug store,
That such wen known men should evfnce
their interest IN his matter and consent 70
the nigh standing and Inc recognized merit Of
the st Adams Remedy Co, who manufacture
this oest of sil specifics. The prizes, which
after careful inyesiigas ION were awarded, were
as follows: First prize, 90, w. III Zottman
& Co. Burlington. VI Second prize, ESQ. Ca
dy's Drug store. kPiAftsnuTg, Third
pr7ze, a2s. W " White. Richford Springs, Vt.
Fourth prize. $2s. j. @. rsdy. Fall River.
Macs Though many of the unsuccessful com
pt titors regretted that they had not been
able n obtain one of the prizes. yet they all
acknowledged that the cor test = as 3 fair one
and have evinced Their qualification that they
entered into the competition as keeuly ss
tney did. as we hear from every side OF the an
ere Sc in sales not only of this popular rene
dy but Of other articles in the store to VIII Ell
people were attracted bF the handsome dis
play, so that the propristors were more than
peid for the trouble 10 which they hat gone.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27

Philadelphia about two weeks ago and is
slowly regainipg her health.
There was very pleasant sociable at
Ellie Thomas pleasant home, last week
Wednesday evening.
The men connected with the Methodist
church held a woodsawing bee and cut
the parsonage woodpile, also wood for
the church, one evening last week.
Mrs George Wilcox of Waterbury is
visiting her mother, Mrs Ira Booth.
William Green of Bunzil s. Green, was
in town, Monday, looking for tobacco.
D. G. Garrison entertained Prof Lester,
Friday night.
The Booth school opened, Monday, the
23d, with G. N. Warren Of Collinsville as
teacher.
Mr. and Mira Charles Botsford have
both been i'll with the grip but are now
gaining slowly.
Frank Collins has lately opened q
blacksmith shop in small building near
~ opposite his home.
Mrs s. w. Merwin ia on the sick list.
Fl. w. Trowbridge ia i'll with the grip
Mrs Philo Castle has been Ill with the
grip for two weeks.
A large number of people are sick with
grip and DR. Pons ia kept very busy.
The Newtown bee., 1899-01-27
OUR NEIGHBORS.
BETHEL.
THE HATING INDUSTRY.

THE HATING INDUSTRY.
In the hating Industry at the COM
mencement Of the spring and fall trade,
q bill of prices for labor at so much pei
dozen IL agreed upon between employer
and employe. The spring bill OF prices
Ia all of the diffsrent departments, such
"a making and blocking, Flushing, curl
ing, trimming and binding have all been
agreed upon and settled for the next six
months. The work on new orders Is fair
ly under way in the following hat manu-
factories:
Baird, Untledt g. Penfield are employ.
ing a greater number Of workmen in ev'
cry department, this spring, and are
working on nearly full time.
Edwin Short is getting under way and
will soon be turning out his usual
amount of work.
g. G. Durant & Co. are fairly busy and
will probably be running on full time
soon.
The Judd & Dunning Hat Co. are re.
ceiving large orders for spring goods and
are busy In every department.
Judd & Co. are feeling the effects OF
a greater demand for has, and are fairly
busy, employing more hands, in antici-
patton of a good spring trade near at
hand.
r. w. Smith & Sons are little behind,
but will probably "get there" later on,
They usually employ large number OF
hands and workmen say this factory Is
one of the best to earn money in.
Hart q Co., it Is said, have gone out OF
business, which Is to be regretted, al
though they employed only few work
men.
The hearing on the application OF
George A. Kenner, trustee, for an order
of sale of the effects Of Mackenzie & Co.,
was held in the office of Tweedy, Scott
q Whlttlesey, Monday afternoon, Janu'
airy % An order for private sale OF
the effects Of the estate was granted.