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Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Music in the Public Schools.

The children in public schools, if
taught vocal music in opening or clos
ing, as rule sing by rote, not by note,
trusting to the ear instead of the eye.
The primary or rudimental instruction
required that the pupils may under
stand the scale and read music, from
the very methods used cannot be, and
is not given. And.yet an Instructor is
employed and the children are in most
departments of our public school re-
quired to purchase music books, which
are arranged in two grades, the price
of the book being forty cents for each,
and these books the pupils must have
or leave the school. The majority of
the children pay no manner of atten-
tion to these music books when sing
ing and nine-tenths of them are unable
to read note. The effect of the adj
ded line above or below the scale, or
of the signature, flats, sharps or
naturals, they are enterely uninstruc-
ted. If we are to have the do ra me
ia sol la ce do, why not dispense with
these books which seem to be useless
SO far as being the means OF impart-
Ing instruction and return to the black
board system OF instruction. At all
events the use of the black board will
save the cost OF the books to the fami-
lies upon whom their purchase is a
heavy burden. Whether the instruc-
tor is competent or not thespeople are
getting poor service aud no equivalent
for the money expended. 1t perhaps
is but justice to say that having but
the afternoon of one day ard the fore
noon of the next, with all the depart
ments OF the school, it is not possible
to be worry thorough, but the basic
principles should be thoroughly
taught. For the other five days of the
week the musical instruction of the
pupils devolves upon the teachers en-
ployed, some of whom make no pre-
tense of understanding anything of
music. and OF course though amply
qualified in the branches to be taught
in all the studies are not qualified to
give musical instruction, and attempt
ing to do SO is an injury rather than a
benefit to the pupils.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Chester.

Mrs. Fred Nichols received q tele-
gram Friday, Jan. 10, announcing the
sad news of her fathers death in
Quincy, Mich, where he with his
family had gone to spend year with
relatives.
Mr.. Schuyler Speer was born in
Tyre, N. Y. Sept. 13, 1928; he was mar,
ried July 2, 1858, to Miss Elizabeth
Roberts of Rutland, Wis. moved from
there to Mower county, Mimi, in 1875
where they resided until 1887, when
they moved moved to their farm one
mile north of Chester, Iowa, He died
Jan. goth 1899. The funeral was held
in the Baptist church last Saturday
afternoon. Rev. Burgess OF Lime
Springs officiating; his body was laid
to rest in the LIE Roy cemetery. Mr..
and Mrs. Speer united with the Ches-
ter M. E. church two years ago. We
would extend sympathy to all bereav-
ed. The family are now staying with
Mr.. and Mrs Fred Nichols.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hilman and Elmer
started for their Dakota home last
Saturday.
Mr.. T. j. Rutherford is a guest at
the Lake Hotel last week and this.
Mrs. Henry Meridith and Mr.. A. G.
Hubbard are on the sick list, we hope
for their speedy recovery.
Our young people are enjoying the
skating.
There was debate in the Hub
bard scoool house last Tuesday night,
quite number of our young people
attended.
Mrs. Nell Courtney has returned
from her Cresco visit.
The chicken pie supper in Ropers
Hall last Friday night was well at
tended; the ladies cleared $34 90
which W ill go into the Presbyterian
church fund which steadily grows
We believe by the tone of our new
President of the Agricultural Societ's
letter that we may look forward to a
REAL FAIR. We hope the people will
all support him in his right plans for
true Fair, for there is much that is
elevating and ennobling in the study
of Agriculture and if our fairs are for
entertainment only, how are we to
be benefited by them.
Mr.. Bratrud has returned from at
tending the Lacrosse Lumberman' 8
association.
Miss Bertha Pollit of Pleasant Grove.
MINI, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Owen
Jones of Chester.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. o. Brown enter
tanned number Of their friends last
Thurzday evening in honor of their
guest, Miss Bonnie Jones of Louisa.
anna.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
cREsco HOWARD COUNTY IOWA, FRIDAY JANUARY e. 1899

Services will be held in Grace Epis-
copal church Sunday morning and
evening at the usual hours. On Mon
day evening Rev. Gorrell will leave
for Chicago to be present at the conse-
Grafton of Rev. DR.. Morrison as Bishop
of Iowa, and may be absent three or
four weeks.
Our readers will be interested in the
thoughtful paper OF Prof. Ling, read
before the Farmers Institute, publish
ed on the second page of the PLAIN
DEALER. The topic discussed is of
prime Importance to every parent and
to the young men and women as well.
Read and ponder its thoughts.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Homeseekers Excursions,

On February and 2lst, and March
Z and 21st the Chicago Great Western
Ry will sell round trip Homeseekers
Excursion Tickets to points in the
following states at one fare plus So 90
for the round trip; Alabama, Arizona,
Arkansas, Colorado, Indian Territory,
Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana,
Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Mis-
souri,, Nebraska, New Mexico, North
8 South Carolina, North & South Da-
kota, oklahoma, Oregon. Tennessee;
Wyoming. These tickets are limited
for return twenty one days (2D from
date of sale with stop-over privileges
on going trip at any point within
homeseekers territory. Any Agent
Chicago Great Western Ry will give
you full information as to routes,
rates and time of trains. as will also,
F. H. LORD, General Pass. & Ticket
Agent, 113 Adams st. Chicago. Ill.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
DIR FRANKLIN MILES,
Resolutions by a Church confer-
ence, Commenting the
Eminent chicego
Phvsician
PhySICian,

Physician.
Who Gives Csurse of Treatment Free to
Every One Afflicted With Heart and
Nervous Troubles.
The following highly complimentary
resolutions endorsing the skill Of DR..
Miles are published for the benefit of
persons afflicted with nervous, heart
or other similar chronic diseases.
Those who have vainly tried their
home physicians should by all means
send for his free course of treatment
while they have the opportunity.
"Resolved, first, that we the offieial mem
bers OF the ST. Joseph Annual Conferences of
the United Brethren. would return to Dr..
benefit resulting from his skillful treatment In
thus restoring to us our pastor who is again.
prepared for active labor in the church, and IN
the cause OF his Master S;G g VI
"Resolved, second. that we Will prav our
Heavenly Father.to long spare the life and
to heaen AT q the doctor that le may be ermitted
as a Sk1lfut practitioner.
thousand other highly flatterinu testtmop-
1als as to Or. Miles moral character and unus-
ual skill, from Bishops, Physicians Clergymen.
Mayors, Mayo eIc;, VIII oe sent upon request. For
have aided him In his Investigations, every
State, Territory. Canada and Mexico are repre-.
sented among his thousands of patients.
But what speaks louder than any
testimonials is the fact that the Doc
tors very unusual success in treating
nervous and heart troubles, enables
him to send 50 so course of medi-
cine, consisting of a large bottle, tab
lets, pills, etc, FREE OF CHARGE. to
any afflicted person. This very few
physicians will do.
Do not fail to write him for an ex-
animation blank and free treatment
before it is too late. Address Doctor
Miles at 50 State St.. Chicago, Ill. He
keeps u correspondence strictly con-
tidential. He uses plain envelopes and
plain wrappers for packages contain
ing his medicine
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
G. A. r, Resolutions.

Resolutions adopted by Memorial Post
No. GIG, Cresco, on the death OF Com
rade John P. CLARK.
RESOLVED, While We bow in humble
submission to our Great Commander, in
calling our loved comrade, John P. Clark
to the grand army above, yet we feel his
loss and another vacancy is made IN our
ever thinning ranks. Let US ever re-
member to emulate his virtues and the
noble spirit of love and charity which
actuated him, for no appeal from wor-
thy comrade or any dependant on one,
was ever made to him in vain.
RESOLVED, That we tender our heart.
felt sympathy to his widow, daughter
and brothers, in this hour of sad bereave-
ment, in the loss of fond and loving
husband, father and brother.
RESOLVED, That these resolutions be
spread upon the minutes of the Post and
that copy be transmitted to each mem
Der of the family.
P.J. McCu1Low,
P. u. HOWE,
@. 81. MILLER,
Commiktae
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Relief Given Them.

'My mother had rash on her face
which troubled her very much. A
neighbor suggested Hoods Sarsaparil-
liza and she began taking it and in less
than month the rash disappeared.
Ny father suffered from eczema but
after taking Hoods Sarsaparllla he
was entirely cured. ID. l.. CAMpANY,
Shenandoah, Iowa.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
S, S.Missionary Campaign.

Rev. Joseph Wells, State Missionary of
the American s. s. Union, will address
the people of Howard county next week
as follows:
Elma, NJ. E. Church, Sunday evening,
January 30.
Paris Church. Tuesday eve'ng, Jan. 81.
Saratoga Church, Wednesday even
ing, February l.
Thursday evening, Feb. I'd.
Howe School House, Oak Dale, Fri
day, Feb. Sd.
Further appointments will be publish.
ed next week. All in these communities
are invited to come and hear Mr.. Wells
in the interest of the children of this Co.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Mardi Gras, New orleans and Mobile.

The Chicago Great Western Ry.
VIII have on sale February 9th to 18th
inclusive round trip excursion tickets
to New Orleans, La, and Mobile, Ala.
account the Mardi Gras at very low
rates. These ticket are limited for
return February 2Sth. For full
Information as to rates, routes etc,
consult any Agent Chicago Great
Western Ry., or address, F. H. Lord,
General Passenger and Ticket Agent,
113 Adams st. Chicago. 13feb
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Married.

CRAWFORD -GAsKELL--At the residence
of the BRIDES parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
j. L. Gaskell, in Cresco, Tuesday,
Jan. "a, by Rev. 0. H. Holmes, Mr..
Frank Crawford and Miss Lottie
Gaskell.
Mr.. and Mrs. Crawford will reside
on the Gaskell farm in Orleans town
ship which MIR. Crawford has been
renting for the past two years.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
What Is Shiloh?

Agrand old remedy for Cough, Colds and
Consumption; used through the world for half a
century, has cured innumerable cases of ipcipi
ent consumption and relieved many,in adyanc
ed stages. If you are not satisfied with the re-
suits we VIII refund your money. Price 25 cts
so cts. and $l.OO. Luers Lowry Druggists.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
Switches Wanted.

For switches and hair chains write
W. j. Wells, Usage, Iowa, whose
work is known here to be first class
and prices low. All orders will be
sent on approval.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
-N~--- :
Notjce!

After March 18th, National Cream
Separator will be sold at full list price
only. If you want the best aud wait
it cheap buy now. e. Clyde Hammond,
Agent. taw 2t.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
More Than All Others.

To Cure Constipation Forever.
II G. G. G. fail to cure, druggists refund money.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY.

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All druggists refund the money
If it fails to cure. 25c: The genuine
has l.. B. @. on each tablet.
For sale by Luers & Lowry Drug Co.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27

HooD's PILLS cure all liver ills. Easy
to operate; reliable, sure. 25c
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
The Affairs
of Europe

are faithfully portrayed in the original and
exclusive cable dispatches which THE CHI
cAGo RECORD prints daily from the leading
capitals of the old world. This magnificent
special service is in process of being greatly
extended SO as to include every important
city in Europe; and it is supplemented by
the full regular cable service of The Asso-
ciated Press.
The Chicago Record, alone of all American
newspapers outside New York city,
now prints original and exclusive
cable dispatches daily from
the leading capitals of Europe.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27
$50 for One Bottle Of Medicine

$50 for One Bottle of Medicine.
This is to certify that my wife was
for years afflicted with asthma, and
was SO far gone that several physi-
clans decided that her case must ter
inmate in consumption. l was in
duced to try bottle of DIR. Warmers
White Wine of Tar Syrup. To our
great satisfaction it gave almost i'm
mediate relief, and two bottle com
pletely cured her. She is now well
and healthy, but / would not be
without the medicine if it cost fifty
dollars bottle. VIM. H. FARRIs.
Chm. Bd. TIP. of Wilton, Monroe Co.,
Wisconsin.
More Than All Others.
ROME CITY. Ind.
DIR. G. ID. WARNER, Coldwater, Mich,
Dear Sir:-It gives me great
pleasure in recommending your
White Wine of Tar Syrup to the
public as an excellent cough cure.
have sold over gross within a short
time and always warrant a cure
and have never had bottle returned
| sell more of your White Wine Of
Tar Syrup than all other cough
remedies keep in stock. I sold one
dozen bottles to one of my customers.
Resp'y Yours,
j. p. CHAPMAN.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1899-01-27

Who Gives a Csurse of Treatment Free to
Every One Afflicted With Heart and
Nervous Troubles.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
SAW HER SON DIE.
Mother Reached His Bedside Just in
 Time to be Recognized.

Florence, April 1s.-(Special.)-A death which is surrounded by very sad circum- stances occurred in Pocahontas, Ark, on Saturday. Two young men of the Water loo neighborhood, Louis Powers and Louis Sullivan, some five weeks ago went to Ar kansas, where they secured employment, and in a short time the latter was stricken with meningitis, from which he died on Saturday.
 The mother of the young man was tele- graphed of her sons illness and went im- mediately to his bedside, reaching there just few hours before his death, and in time to be recognized. The remains of the young man were brought home by the mother and his friend who had accom- panied him to Arkansas, and were buried Sunday afternoon in the presence of a large number of friends. Young Sullivan was son of the late Dr. o. B. Sullivan, and was one of the most popular young men of the county.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
THE PRESIDENTS PLANS
Will Make Several Long Jaunts The
 Coming Season.

Washington, April 1S.-(Special)-The president is going to do a good deal of travellng this summer. Among the jaunts he has mapped out is one through the far west. He is not certain that he can make it. but will make the effort. He will most probably make tour through the north- western states, and then on to the Yellow stone Park. If nothing unforeseen comes up to demand his presence in the east, he vii. push on to the Pacific. He has never seen this part of the country; in fact, he knows little of the lake regions. He has given his promise to visit Yellowstone Park and those interested in his making this trip have already h-gun to prepare for it.
 It is his present intention to return over the Southern Pacific and come through Texas and New Orleans He is pretty fa- miliar with the northeast and the south- east, most of his travelling having been done in these sections. He wants to see the Texan cities and visit New Orleans. Neither he nor Mrs Mckinley object to hot weather; in fact, they like 1t much better than the colder weather of the north.
 Those who have visited Mrs. Mckinley at the white house say that she keeps the building, that is her portion of 1t, like steam oven. Her health is so delicate that she experiences ill effects from the slight est bit of cold air admitted into the room. Even in midsummer she drives with her carriage windows and front tightly closed.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
FOR SALE
Phone 24.

 CORNER ON SHOES-An enterprising Bir- mingham firm makes a scoop which breaks the record: One of the biggest shoe deals ever made was consummated this week between a big firm in this city and a factory in Nashville. The reader will probably guess that Chamblee Bros. is the Birmingham firm, and 1t is interest ing to note thsS J. ". Carter & Co.,, the well-known Nashville manufacturers, are the second parties. This firm desired to retire from the manufacture of mems sat in calf goods, and began casting about for some one with enough read cash to purchase the entire stock. Chamblee Bros. were the lucky purchasers, and the first installment consisting of several hundred cases, are in evidence, piled up high in Chamblee's stores, and are the wonder and admiration of all passers-by. The stock embraces mems, youths and boys shoes of every style and fresh and up to date. The prices will be eye-open- CTS from the word go, and the biggest low-price sale ever known in Birmingham is now on.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
CHANGE CORNERS
 AT COURT HOUSE
Several Courts Being Moved to
 New Quarters.
MORE TRUE BILLS RET URklED
Four Convictions in Criminal Court A. M. Simmons Divoreed-Wi6h U. s. TriEunai-Damage Suit
 Removal Ordered.

The change in the arrangement of several of the courts and offices at the county court house which was planned some months ago, was begun yesterday under the direction of Sheriff oBrien, who is custodian of the building.
 The change in the arrangement of the city court was made at the time the change was agreed upon. The criminal court has also been moved to the east room, formerly occupied by the circuit court.
 Solicitor Hefiin's office has been moved to the room formerly used as ladies' wait ing room, and Clerk Wm. Burgin and his clever force will occupy the clerks office adjoining the present criminal court room, which will be vacated by Clerk McAdory of the circuit court.
 The chancery court which at present oc- cupies the northwest room on the first floor, will be moved to the old record room of the city court which was recently fitted up while Register Garrett will be given the two rooms vacated by Clerk Burgin and Solicitor Hefin.
 The circuit court will be given the quar- ters vacated by the chancery court on the first floor, while Clerk McAdory will be in- stalled In the adjoining office occupied at present by Register Garrett.
 It is thought that the new arrangement will facilitate the work of the several de- partments, but it is unanimously agreed that Clerk McAdory of the circuit court has gotten the best of the bargain.
 United States Court
 The case of Isabelle Littlejohn vs. the Repauno Chemical company, was taken up and is on trial The plaintiff sues for damages to property and personal injuries, alleged to have resulted from explosion o1 powder at the company's plant beyond North Birmingham some time ago.
 In the case of James Colley who was ar- rested in this district on an indictment charging trespass and stealing or removing spirits from bonded warehouse, an order or removal to Montgomery was granted.
 Grand Jury Report
 The criminal court grand jury yesterday returned the following true bills:
 Cahrlie Smith, assault to murder; Tom Todd grand larceny; Ray Cox, petty lar cony; William M. Hood, grand larceny; Eliza McNeale, grand larceny; Eugene Walker, assault to murder Ben Blackburn, assault to murder; Will Steadman, grand larceny; Thomas Armour, alias Henderson.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
R H B
Texas Took the second

Tuscaloosa, April 8.-(Special.) )-The Uni versity of Texas took the second game of the series from the University of Alabama this afternoon by score of 10 to 1. At the beginning of the eighth inning it was no- body's game, the score standing l to l, but in that inning the Texans took the lead, putting six men over the plate, following with three more runs in the ninth. The features of the game were a running catch in right field by McCreary for Alabama, and the splendid battery work for Texas. Score by innings:
 Alabama. ... ... ... 70 0 0 % 000-1
 Batteries: Alabama-Nabors and Donoho. Texas-Douglas and Bloombargh. Umpire; Somerville.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
REAL ESTATE
EBoRN's ToDAYs REALTY LIST.

 EBoRN's 5ToDAY'S REALTY LIST. s2.1s0-Exeellent new 2-story 1O-room home. large lot: choice neighborhood; South Highlands; $550 cash, balance one, two espd three years.
 S2.50o-Lovely Groom modern cottage; beau- tiful location, fine lot, best neighborhood; i; 18th street, South Highlands; $500 cash, balance easy. Today!
 S2,500-6-room house, valuable corner, 50x 140, about blocks from union depot; terms, sl0O0 cash, balance one, two and three years Don't put this off. Gentle man offered the price yesterday. but did not have quite enough to make cash pay ment, and his offer of smaller payment was declined
 so,O00-Splendid u-room house, very valua- ble, central lot; pays about 12 per cent; close in: finest location; greatest North side bargain; $4,500 spot cash refused yes- terday from one party, and 5000 refused on S1,50O cash payment offer Come to time; 1t takes $5,000; one-half cash, bal ance to suit.
 s2,7O0-corner, 100x190, with fine $4 900 house; beautiful and desirable location, South Highlands easy terms.
 $2,000-Best bargain on 7th avenue; good G. room house, lot 5Ox19O. Quick if wanted. Market unsettled. few sellers little wild, which furnishes choice amusement to agents who have labored to effect sales for them. B. F. EBORN.
 106 North Fist.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
Montgomery the Winner

Montgomery, Ala, April 1S.-Overcoats would have been comfortable at the ball park today where small crowd of enthus- lasts shivered in the Arctic gloom of a day that felt like January. The game though, was one of the hardest fought that has ever been played here, the home team winning out by a narrow margin. Game called at end of eighth inning on account of darkness. Score:
 R.H.E Montgomery. .... .. 8 0 0200 0-6 4 9 New Orleans. .... .... 2 0 0011100 04 4 Batteries-Bailey, McMackin and Morris; Delaney and Byers. Umpire-Mahoney.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19

Armour. grand larceny: Henry Parker. grand larceny; Jim Taylor grand larceny; Will Thomas, grand larceny.
 Criminal Court Quite number of eases were disposed of in the criminal court yesterday. the fol- lowing convictions resulting: Lenry Nelson, colored. forgery; guilty. Elias Brown, coored, burglary and grand larceny; guilty.
 Jessie Pearson, colored. grand larceny; guilty.
 Cornelius Thomas, colored, burglary and grand larceny; guilty.
 City Court A. M. Simmons was granted divorce from Mahala Simmons on the grounds of abandonment.
The age-herald., 1899-04-19
FOR SALE.

$S5O-2-story frame house, on lot 5ox15O on 10th avenue, North. This is bargain. g, l,500-100x190 9th avenue; close in. g, 1,500-50x140, broom house on Avenue B, near 17th street; one-third cash balance one and two years rents for $150 per annum.
 s2,500-50x140, on 2d avenue between 23d and Ath; 600 cash will do; rents well. s1, ,500-50 feet on Sd avenue. 2 blocks from court house. This is cheap. s1. s1.50o-100x1S5, splendid house, stables well, fruit, etc., fronting south on car line at West End. Good home. $4,00O-Two business lots on 4th avenue, near 20th street. S250-5 large lots at East Birmingham; splendid location.
 S. D. THOMPSON, Phone 24 219 N. Fist Street.