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The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
PHILIPPINE FARMING.
Chance for Settlement of American
Farmers on Public Land There.
Report OF DIR. - A Knapp. Govern
ment mmissiOner. Sent an Agri-
cultural Explorer to Japan,
China and Philippines.

DR.. S. A. Knapp, who was sent by the
department of agriculture to Japan.
China and the Philippines as an agri-
cultural explorer. has returned to
Washington and reported to Secretary
Wilson the results of his labors. In re-
gard to Japan he says:
''All fear of competition from Japan
along agricultural lines may be dis
missed. On the contrary, IL must be-
come a large consumer of farm prod
ucts drawn from the United States. I'm
der favorable treaty regulations Japan
will import from the United States near
ly all her -four, butter. cheese and meat,
three-fourths of the raw cotton re-
quired, and from the Philippines nearly
their entire surplus output of sugar"
Regarding China, he says radical
changes in agricultural methods or
products must be made very slowly, if
at all, because the food supply cannot
be materially reduced or even changed
with safety. Large areas devoted to f.
Der plants for the promotion of manu-
features would be dangerous invasion
of the acres necessary for the food sup
ply and must be speedily followed by
importations from the United States.
From China DR.. Knapp proceeded to
the Philippines, passing through the
rice section to the east and north Of Ma
Mia on to the sugar lands TO the north.
The Filipinos, as far as he observed,
do not give as much attention TO the
production of heterogeneous foods as the
Japanese, hence are less muscular.
Spanish statistical reports and inter
views with Manila exporters satisfied
the doctor of the prosperity of the to-
bacco and hemp industries under nor
NAL conditions.
Alillet, maize, sago and indigo do well
and are ordinarily profitable crops.
Philippine coffee, of which there were
formerly many plantations, has a pc
culiarly rich and pleasant flavor. CO.
coanuts, pineapples, oranges, bananas,
grapes, figs, and many other fruits grow
almost spontaneously.
According to the best authority near
ly two-thirds of the land is still public
and passes to the United States with the
title. If opened for settlement to sol
diers many of our young men will re-
main and become permanent settlers.
The price of improved land ranges from
four dollars TO twenty dollars per acre.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
BIG ELECTRIC PLANT.
Claus spreckels TO Furnish City Of
san Fran cisco with Light,
Heat and Power.

Claus Spreckels has decided TO es-
tablish in this city, says the San Fran
cisco Call, an electric plant that will
be without a rival in the world and
which will furnish to the people Of San
Francisco light, heat and power almost
at cost. In accordance with his plans,
articles of incorporation Of the indie
pendent Electric Light g. Power Co.,
with a capital of $lO,OO0,OOO. have been
fled with the county clerk. The di-
rectors for the first year are Claus
Spreclels, John S. Spreckels, Adolph
B. Spreckels, Charles A. Hug and w.
x. Gibson. 1t is understood that Claus
Spreckels will be chosen president of
the company and that it will also enter
the telephone business.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
IS IN BURLEsQUE.
Niece OF Henry Ward Beecher App
peartng Before the Foot
Nights In T1ghts.

From the choir loft of the extremely
fashionable Plymouth church in Brook
Ign TO the position of leading burlesque
queen of Phil Sheridan's New City
Sports Big Show" of Bowery fame, now
playing in this city, epitomizes the ca
reer of Ruth Elizabeth Beecher says
the New York correspondent of the Chi
cago Tribune. She is a niece of Rev.
Henry Ward Beecher.
Miss Beecher's organization played
lately in Miners Bowery theater In
large type she was billed as Miss Ruth
Beecher, Americas Nightingale"
She also plays the part of Franchette.
leading woman at the Theater Fran
Ghetto, in a burlesque called MA
honey's VISIT" and also the character
of Lord Chancellor in a funny extrava-
ganza entitled THE Troubles of a
King"
In the last-named operetta the niece
of Henry Ward Beecher appears in
tights. Speaking of her relationship TO
the famous preacher, she said:
~ was born in Adrian, Mich. on
VII uo
was Edward Beecher He was lawyer
in Rochester, n. Y, in which city he
died in 1885. My mother Mrs. Alice
Beecher, Is still living. She lives in
Rutgers street, in Utica. n. Y.
when papa died. was then barely
ten years old-mamma and moved 10
Rome, n. Y, and from there to Utica.
This was in 1856.
Uncle Henry and mamma never got
on well together, and while frequent
ly visited him in Brooklyn, mamma
never accompanied me. Possibly this
was on account of her religious creed.
for she is devout Catholic.
when papa died he left but little
money, and mamma has only enough to
live ON herself, and when Uncle Henry
sent for me l went to Brooklyn. Al
though only a child, l was devotedly
fond of singing, and frequently sang in
the choir In Plymouth church."
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
THE TURKISH MINISTER.
and Great AccOmplis me nts, and
Amusing Peculiarities.

Ali Ferrouh Bey, the Turkish minis
ter at Washington, is man of wonder
full attachments and great accomplish
ments. He is fine flutist and takes ar
tistic photographs. He also speaks
English more correctly than the aver
age foreigner. He is greatly sought
after in Washington society. Unlike
the Chinese minister, Ali Ferrouh Bey
abominates progressive euchre, and the
hostess who invites him without pre-
vious knowledge of this popularity has
a hard time of it. His way of looking
on the hands of his opponents and dis
claiming any knowledge of the game is
exceedingly engaging, TO say the least.
He is more than apt 10 see some pretty
girl of his acquaintance across the
room, and will leave the players-if his
hand is poor-in an unceremonious
fashion TO say "howdy do" to her. If
the humor prompts him he will throw
down his cards and avow his intention
to step out in the hall to take a smoke.
which he is obliged to have in solitude.
When he tires Of this sort of thing he
comes back and expects TO sit down at
the table where he has left off, and feels
aggrieved if not allowed to do so. When
heis placed where he belongs he is more
than apt to get tired again and will
throw down his cards and exclaim:
Bah! Why do you play this childish
game? Let us play poker or baccarat
Comet" and again he throws down his
hand in the midst of game in which
the other participants are breathlessly
trvincy for. ba 4ipcal t,rizo
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

Preparing for Monster Convention.
The Crystal Palace in London, where
the first worlds convention of Chris
tian Endeavor will be held in 1900, can
accommodate 100000 persons. Prep
arations are making for $4,000 dele
gates.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

AS the season of the year when pneu-
n mo5ia' Ia grippe sore throat coughs,
troubles are to be guarded against, moth
ing lis fine substitute" will answer
the purpose" or is lust as good" as One
Minute Cough Cure That is the one
infallible remedy Tor all lung. throat or
bronchial troubles. Insist vigorously on
having it If something else" is offered
you. +. b. Longwell.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

Happy is the man or woman who can
eat good hearty meal without suffering
afterward. LII you cannot do it, take
KoDoL DYSPEPSIA CURE. 1t digests what
you eat, and cures all forms of Dyspepsia
and Indigestion. Il. b. Longwell.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
A Gard

We, the undersigned, do hereby agree
to refund the money on a 30 cent bottle
OF Greene's Warranted Syrup of Tar il it
fails to cure your cough or cold. We also
guarantee % cent bottle to prove salts.
factory or money refunded. honeywell
Bros, Ct. w. TYLER IL Co. [78t26o4
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

For quick remedy and one that is
perfectly safe for children let US recon-
mend One Minute Cough Cure. 1t is
excellent for Group, hoarseness, tickling
in the throat, and coughs. +. b. Long
uall
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
WOman'S ""~~"""~'
SevereSt Trial.

Until recent years woman's ssverest
trial has been the bringing of children
into the world.
To-day nearly aft the sickness, pain,
discomfort and dread are avoided by
those expectant mothers who Use
Mothers Friend, that wonder
fol iniment made famous by the great
good it has done. II is used externally.
That is the only sensible and safe way
to relieve morning sickness. headache,
tightness, swollen, hard or rising breast.
The bearing of children need no longer
be dreaded. Mothers Friend has been
called a Godsend by mothers ali over
this land. Sold at drug stores for 81 a
bottle, and by
The Bradfield Regulator Co., Atlanta, Ga.
Write for our free illustrated book entitled Before
Baby Born
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

Prussis's Income Through Lotte rfes.
The Prussian government earns s20,-
100000 a year through lotteries; the
italian government $4,000, 900.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

Take Laxative Brono Quinine Tablets. All
druggist refund money if IL fails 10 cure, 25c.
The genuine has L. b. Q, on each tablet. l7st2oo3
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

In Spain the theaters do not issue
programmes
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05

Cork Used for Pavements.
Cork pavement In Londsn is q sue
cess
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1899-04-05
The River Nile

The Nile has fall of only six inches
In 900 miles.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

a oodland tract is never blemish and
quicksands, fathomless mud, and i'm
penetrable thickets are not dangerous
in any way if you proceed with reason
able caution. Man gets what good he
can from all that the earth possesses,
but nature provides nothing solely Cor
mans benefit and pleasure. We must
it, and unless we go occasionally to
a bit of swampy ground we are likely
TO miss some birds songs that are
worth hearing. II is here that the
pipilo, a big, black, brown and white
finch, cheerily chirps Chew ink, che
wink" or perching for moment on a
shrub or tree, charmingly MARBLES,
oh 'ee do. De de eo"-AnA it's here,
too that a beautiful yellow and drab
bird, with jet-black cheeks, the Mary
land yellow-throat, Will entertain ;ou
by the hour with q song that drives all
care away, ''witchery, witchery witch,
And while you listen, day dreaming
in a most delightful way, you may he
startled at any time by strange sounds
the very opposite of melody groans
it may be, of some animal in pain, and
you look everywhere, but in vain,
for the distressed creature. The sounds
appear now TO come from the ground
at your feet and then from directly
above you, and again from the right
or left, from in front or behind you,
alternately; and very soon you are
utterly bewi'dered. Then follow notes
that are Enthusiastically those of bird,
and by dint Of patient peering in all
directions you will see at last an olive
backed, yellow-breasted bird, and the
problem is solved: it is the chat, the
most accomplished yentriloquist
among our birds. Charles C. Abbott,
NJ. D., in Lippincotts.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
IVORY KEPT IN COLD STORAGE.
Tusks of Mammoths Found in the ley
Barrens of Siberia

With the constantly decreasing sup
ply of ivory IN Africa that highly
priced substance would soon command
almost prchbitiye prices were it not
for the existence in the frozen tundras
Of Siberia of a sufficient quantity Of
mammoth ivory to accommodate the
worlds demand for generations to
come. There in the soil are found
tons of fine ivory, the product of the
mammoth (Elephas primlgenius), a
species closely allied to the elephant
of India, but protected from the in
tense cold of the arctic regions by a
coat of long, coarse hair growing over
a fine woolly under-fur at the skin.
Thousands Of the frozen carcasses
are found crowded and damned tOgeth-
er in certain spots. Science does not
attempt to explain how the giant ami
mails were able to live in a climate
that preserves their remains by freez-
ing. The reason for the great aC-
cumulations Of mammoths in certain
places is also a mystery. The theory
that the bodies were carried there by
floods of the rivers flowing from
warmer southern districts Is unten-
able Examination Of the stomachs
of some of the frozen mammoths re-
yeals the presence of parts Of pine
needles and other vegetable sub
stances. from which il is inferred that
the tundras must have had a forest
growth during the mammoth epoch. The
same indications are found in the
stomachs OF the two species Of rhin-
oceros which lived contemporaneously
with the mammoth in the tundras.
Similar concentrated accumulations
OF bones Of large recent mammals
have been found in certain districts of
East Africa.
This mammoth ivory far from be-
ing a recent discovery, was known to
the ancieuts, and has been used for
centuries as an article or commerce
and manufacture. The records show
that as early as 1921 ivory Of this kind
70 the extent OF 10000 pounds was
marketed IN Yakutsk, and that annual
sales in that city, from 1926 to 1891,
averaged over 10000 pounds In 1910
Dr. Niiaanaorff. VINO visited The vast
territory estimated that the annual
output OF Siberian ivory reached
10000 pounds. representing at least
100 individual mammoths. Baron
Nordeuskioid estimated In 1875 that
fully 10000 Siberian mammoths had
contributed their ivory to the worlds
markets since the conquest Of Siberia
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

it will be possible TO grow two crops
on all OF it, but that part devoted TO
lima beans, parsnips and one or two
other things that require the whole
season. Squash vines planted among
the early potatoes will begin 10 run
about the time the potatoes are used
up, and will have o free space TO grow
in.
Put on coat OF manure and plow
it in as soon as the ground can be
worked in the spring. 1t may even be
plowed a little wet, II the work is done
early enough SO that it will freeze Aft
erward as the frost will break up the
soil and make it loose and frlable.
Plow deep and thoroughly, for there Is
no better preventive of the effects of
drought than deep blowing and perfect
pulyeriZation.
The farm garden that does not pro-
duce at least $50 worth Of vegetables
on half an acre is land wasted, and
with a little pains twice this amount
may be produced Farmers Voice.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
PLANTING THE GARDEN.
How Il Can Be Made More Profitable
and Generally Useful

Before the time for planting comes
make a plan OF the garden and plant
systematically, 50 as 70 get the most
OF the ground next season, and thus
make the garden more profitable than
IL ever has been before
Plant all the rows north and sou.h,
so as 10 allow the sun % shine equally
on every row and on both sides Of
them.
plan. he early radishcs, lettuce,
bee.s, peas and beans by themselves
along one side Of the garden. planting
The later vegetables In another strip,
SO ais 10 have one side Of the garden
clear Is soon as possible IN order 10
p1t IN the later GRIP 81 cncnmbers Tor
pickles. winter squashes, turnips, cell
cry. etc.
II he garden 81 planted Ii this way
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
DEWEYs COMING HoMr.
Olympia! Olympia!

Olympial Olympia!
No Caesar of old Rome
Gould teach the lesson you hav,
taught,
Or fight the fight as you have fough;
Or bring to MS what you have brough.
When. Daw0y has Genre, hroaue; "..r
Rejoice, America, rejoice,
That Dewey is your own.
Ring out a welcome far and wide
Der hill, DER dale, DER country side
Of gratitude, Of JOY, of pride
To Dewey coming home!
No statesman he or courtier,
Who waits upon a throne,
But just a sailor frank and free,
Who did his duty faithfully
And proved a conqueror TO be,
Dewey's coming home
Jane Hecker.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
Exhibits nj Paris.

There will he q large exhibit from this
country at the Paris exposition in 1900,
which will prove very interesting 20 all, but
no more SO than the news That the famous
American remedy, lIosteltrr's Stomach Bit
tiers, will cure dyspepsia, indigestion and
constipation. 10 an sufferers trial is rec
pmmCudcd
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

A powder 90 be shaken into the shoes.
AT this season your feet feel swollen,
nervous and hot, and get tired easily. IL
you have smarting feet or tight shoes. try
Aliens Foot-Ease 1t cools the feet and
makes walking easy Cures ingrowing
nails, swollen and sweating feet, bisters
and callous spots. Relieves corns and
bunions Of all pain and gives rest and
comfort. Try it to-day. Sold by all drug
gists and shoe stores for 25c. Trial pack
age FREE. Address Allen S. Olmsted,
Leroy, y. Y.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
4 SERIOUS QUESTION.

Deacon Johnson-Do you fink you
kood support NAH daughter eff you
married her?
Jim Jackson-Suttunly.
Deacon Johnson-Hab you ebber
seen her eat?
Jim Jackson-Suttunly.
Deacon Johnson-Hab you ebber
seen her eat when nobody was watch
in her?
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
The Summer Bath.

Nothing is more refreshing and iuyigor-
ating in summer than daily bath. But
TO have it beneficial soft water and good
soap must be used. Ivory Soap is the best
for the purpose; ii is pure, dissolyes
quickly. swcetens and puridcs the cuticlc,
gives a healthful glow TO the skin, and
leaves It white and soft. Early i'm the
morning or just before retiring az night
will be found the most suitable times for
bathing. ELIZA X. PARK Err.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

This globe OF ours is a pretty good
sized sphere. but we are told the Dccrng
Harvester Company of Chicago can pro-
duce in single day enough Binder
sparc-3O, 900 miles OF Irvine is a fair
days output! A reliable publication re-
Gently proved by correspondence with
dealers in all parts Of America that 80
per cent. Of the Irvine used IN 1898 was
Deering Irvine.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
Hrs. II. A., IA Cedar Street,
Owosso, rlich., writes:

Nearly three years ago wrote
to you asking advice in regard
to my health. Twas so miserable !;
suffered from painful menstru-
alton and backache. was nervous,
dizzy and faint. | received such
kind letter from you, telling me
Just what to do. followed your
advice and | now am recommend
ing Lydia Z. Pinkham's Vege-
table Compound. ! thank God
for this pain destroyer"
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
CHARMS or COUNTRY LIFE.

Never hesitate to leave a tract Of
woodland and take to a swamp if you
are in earnest search for birds, and
never associate dismal" with a
wamp. 1t is rank libel on natures
andiwork. The addition of water TO
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

The Paris chamber OF indictments
decided that there rs no case against
AFOREMENTIONED Picquart who was
charged with forgery In the Dreyfus
case.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

poultney Bigelow, in an address ut
the United Service Institution, Lon
don, praised the American soldier, but
criticised the political element in the
armys management.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
Rf
Mrs. Maggie p. Slime, New

Berlin, Pa, writes:
IL have suffered with terrible
backache in the small of my back
for about seven years, and could
never get anything &c help me.
l tried several physicians. but
found no help. have now taken
three bottles of Lydia Z. Pink
hams Vegetable Compound. and
feel like a different woman.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

The Transyaal bluebook issued by
the British government contains the
reply of Joseph Chamberlain to the
petition OF the outlanders.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

Il is proposed % connect England
and Ireland with a tunnel under the
Irish channel
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

Beilamy s'orer, United States min
lister to Spain. has arrived in Madrid
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

The Belgian government of the
Congo Independent State denies hay
Ing offered Spain 100000 qesetes for
the Canary islands.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

Two bottles " Pj.u's Cure for Consump.
ton cured roe oi bad luHs 'ssH1. Mrs.
J Nichols. Princeton IHd Har ~ $50.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

Yankee was beaten by Dominion In
the yacht race At Montreal
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22

Or. lawson TAFT the pioneer 10 abb
domInal surgery. died At bis home In
Birmingham, England.
Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1899-06-22
Mrs. George Osmun. of Belvidere, War
Mrs. Ida Peters, Milan, Tenn.

writes:
dear Mrs. PINKHAM-When |
wrote to you the first time asking
your advice | was a great sufferer.
Menstruations were irregular,
sometimes a week too soon and
then a week or two late, and when
they appeared were very profuse,
great pain and tenderness in the
bowels, pain in back and limbs,
leucorrhea all the time, | was
weak and nervous and had no
appetite. Burning and choking
sensation in my throat. Ireceived
your reply and followed all your
instructions and now ! am cured.
I owe my recovery all to Mrs.
Pinkham's advice and her wonder
full remedies.
Cottonwood report. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1893-1901, 1899-12-15
Chicago Won.

Madison, Wis, Dec. 1.-THE western
football championship goes to Chicago
Before at least 10000 people the eleven d
the University OF Chicago defeated the
University OF Wisconsin by a score of IL
to D in IL game that for desperate play
ing and clean, scientific football, has prob
ably never been equalled on u western
griuiron.
1t was a game between team which in
offensive playing was perfect, with wealth
er and wind in its favor, and an eleven
whose dense play up to today had been
compact enough to protect the goal line
from all opposing elevens except Yale.
But Chlcagos mass plays were iresisti-
bic, and though the Badgers fought until
they could fight no more through the first
half and again in the second half, the
Maroon backs plunged through Wisoon-
sins line until the ball was carried over
the goal line. Only once did Wisconsin
have a chance to score, and that one
chance they were unable to avail them.
selves OF, as with the ball on their own
l5-yard line, the Chicago forwards braced
so effectively that on tour downs the ball
was only showed forward three yards. In
this respect the Chicago players surprised
their supporters. The defensive play was
tar stronger than expected, and even
when Wisconsin had the ball, which was
seldom, ODea was compelled to kick in
most instances.
Cottonwood report. [volume] (Cottonwood, Idaho) 1893-1901, 1899-12-15
Death of Major Logan.

San Francisco, Dec. 1.-THE story of
furser koppitz that there is an excellent
,e"soh Tor suspicion that the death of
MAJOR John A. Logan, Jr., was caused by
member Of his own regiment was fully
supported today by several officers and
members OF the transport Sheridan, who
l'u heard the men of the Thirty-third
regiment threaten to settle" Logan as
S si as he arrived in the Philippines
"n'le Logan had apparently never been
H. a"t sr with the men of his regiment,
t the leellng OF anger was not aroused to
'he danger point until after the vessel
ielt Honolulu, en- route to Manila. It was
aroused over the alleged drowning of n
pet aog which was the mascot of Companv
A OF the regiment