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The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
AT PATSY MULL'S.

For the last five years of his life
Colonel Null had been assisted in his
duties as postmaster by his daughter
Patsy, and when he died it seemed
only right and proper, considering his
historic services to his country, that
his daughter should be made the in
cumbent OF the Office from which
death had taken him
Fatsy was not popular but she was
an institution. 1t seemed almost as
much a part of ones patriotic duty
to believe in Patsy as to believe in the
constitution of the United States. She
q taciturn woman, who kept to
herself and her cats, of which there
were so many that it would lay one
open to the suspicion of ~inaccuracy to
mention the number. They were Wild
eyed cats who regarded humanity in
general with the same suspicion which
their mistress showed. But that may
have been largely because they were
kept forever in twilight. The build
Ing used as a %postoffice at Heldar was
by Patsy, and only the front
part of it was, literally speaking, fed
eral property. The rear of the struc-
ture had long been used by the Mulls
for a family residence-in fact, it had
been their home before a %postofiice
was mentioned for Keldar. The upper
story had fallen into desuetude, but
In three rooms on the ground floor
Miss Patsy had her being. These
rooms never were visited by the sun
shine, for not only had they a dismal
northern exposure, but the gloom in
creased by drawn blinds. Miss Patsy
kept her house mum. 1t confided
nothing to the curious. Her front door
was the door of the postof1ce, and be-
hind the glass pigeon holes no one was
ever permitted to set foot. Her rea
door was almost equally inhospitable.
and its mistress seldom emerged from
1t save to empty the ash pan, and then
she locked the door behind her while
she went on that errand.
They were easy-going folks at Hell
dar. What was, was right, had long
been a sort of unconscious proverb
with them. Perhaps they had got into
this philosophic way of looking at
things because, as a community, they
had suffered a good many disappoint-
ments.
1t sometimes seemed as II the town
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06

Gated by a shake of her head that
there was nothing for Miss Vail. The
place was occupied by a number of
persons. and they looked at her sym
pathetically. It seemed to them that
the United States mail was only made
TO 'disappoint folks. But they we're to
hear something amazing.
"Postmistress." said a clear, young
voice, II know there are letters wait
ing for me. It is sure. I must have
them"
Two cats looked out of the window,
but Miss Patsy had disappeared. The
girl tried the door, but it was locked.
Sne appealed to the men. but they
shock their heads. They were among
tho inert Heldar fatalists. And that
evening she was told tales of the
hearts that were broken and the hopes
that were blasted.
You needn't think Harry didn't
write to met" cried Miss Vail. be
cause I know he did," And the next
morning a telegram went of to Wash
ington. Jmst what happened the Hell
dar folk newer quite knew. but a week
later q man armed with authority
walked through the opaque glass door
that admitted him behind the pigeon
holes of the Heldar postoface. and he
made free In the dark rooms where
the innumerable cats Missed at him.
And there he found great masses Of
mail. received during many years.
most OF 1t opened and read. Miss
Patsy. who had no life Of her own, no
theater, no opera. nc. books, had got
her human drama in q peculiar way.
She had sucked the sweetness OF love
letters which were not her own. and
comforted her crazy heart with the af-
lection intended for others.
II was Heldar's great episode. The
long.delaycd mall reached Its posses
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06

There is more Catarrh in this section Of the
country than all other diseases put together,
and until the last few years was supposed to be
incurable. For q great many years doctors pro.
remedies, and by constantly failing to cure
with local treatment. pronounced it incurable.
Science has proven catarrh to be q constitu-
tutional treatment. Halls Catarrh Cure. man
ufactured by F.. J: Cheney & Co.. Toledo. Ohio.
is the only constitutional cure on the market
9 teaspoonfuL. It acts directly upon the blood
and mucous surfaces OF the system. They offer
Send for circulars and testimonials. Address
F. ]. CHENEY & CO., Toledo. Ohio.
Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
PATENTS.
List Of Patents Issued Last week q,
0QEthHehtecu IuYeutneR.

List Of Patents Issued Last Week -
Northwestern Inventors.
Charles J. Able, White Rock, s. D.,
adjustable milk can holder and protect
or; Herman G. Dittbenner, Minneapo-
lis, Mimi, pillow hammer; Charles B.
Holmes, Minneapolis, Mimi, bicycle
chain; Frank @. Jaeger, Belview,
MIMI, wrench; Benjamin ]. Knapp,
st. Paul, Mimi, %lubricating journal
bearing; Charles A. Ray, B~ridgewater,
S. D., thill for vehicles; Richard Rus
sell, Stephen, Mimi, weed puller;
George H. Stewart, Aneta, N. d., snap
hook; Alfred Tucker, Hassas, Mimi,
clock winding indicator; Henry
Whomes, Winona, Mimi, power ham,
mer.
Merwin. Lothrop 4 johnson. Patent Attor.
nsys. oil & 912 Pioneer Press Bldg. st. Paul
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sors were alive to receive It, and many
an ancient grief dissolved into moth
ingness, and many another attained
to sorrows crown of sorrow because
the harm was beyond remedy.
AS for poor Miss Patsy, she went to
an asylum, a1d sat the rest of her
days looking upon a green lawn and
smiling a sardonic smile. The cats
one still dare not tell the number
found brighter homes. AS for jean
nette Vail-she said she knew Harry
had written.-Chicago Tribune.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
From M. Point of View.

Sympathetic Friend-I was sorry to
hear that Uppercut got the best of you
last night.
Defeated Pugilist (in surprise)-Got
the best of me? Well, nit! Why, l re-
fused to take him on until was guar
anteed 60 per cent Of the gate receipts
and the whole of the picture privileges!
Brooklyn Life.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
MOrmonism,

Is a blot upon our land-a symptom OF
governmental in-health. The right
laws would act upon it as Hostetter's
Stomach Bitters does upon constipa-
ton, or dyspepsia. They would quick
~ restore healthy purity; and that is
Just What the Bitters does for the hu.
man constitution. 1t makes the stom-
ach strong by curing indigestion and
biliOuSneSs.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
Too Lazy to Hunt.

Remember" said the young man
with the downy mustache and the for
eign title, 81 am not a fortune hunter"
mo" answered Mr.. Cumrox, gloom
lily; II discovered that shortly after /
became your father-in-law. You pro-
pose to ut still and have the fortune
walk into your bank account. You
won't do anything 80 fatiguing az to
get up and hunt IT,
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
A Dearth of Genius.

"There dosn't seem to be nearly as
much fine poetry written as there was
once" said the young woman.
"No," answered the young nan. mot
since all those big bicycle manufacture
ers quit Observation-Disclosures
Star.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
Rank Imposes OBLIGATIONS.

Rank Imposes Civilizations.
"What do you mean by :secundus,'
'tertius,' 'quartus' and '%quintus?'" in
quired the stranger.
II am calling the floors, SIR" replied
the new elevator boy from Boston,
with dignity.-Chicago Tribune.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
She wanted to Be Seem.

Exasperated Old Gentleman to lady
in front of him.)-Excuse me madam.
but my seat has cost me ten shilliilgs,
and 1 want to see. Your hat
The Lady-My hat has cost me ten
guineas, sir, and l want to be Scent
Punch.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
His Experience.

Mr.. Chalkimup engaging aspirant
fer the position Of assistant in the
mifk business)-And what previous ex-
perience have you had, my lad?
Jimmy Small-Well, sir, I've 'elped
pump the organ in our church.
Engaged at once.-Ally Sloper.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
Belated Inspiration,

Belated Inspiration.
1--WE called up Esop at the >seance
last night"
What did he tell you?"
HE said he was mad all over be-
cause he didn't think to write his IA
bles in slang."- Chicago Record.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06

Bakers Breakfast Cocoa
10 delicious. Costs less than one cent Il cup. Made
only by Walter Baker & Co. Ltd, Dorchester. Mass.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06

The Non.proaueNr.
This world is but q .feeting show;
The kicker, so they say,
Performs no work to make things 70
And never pays his way.
-Washington Star.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
Ralial,la Helm Wanted

Either sex.) The Humanitarian Home and SAM
tarium for Invalids and Health Seekers. incorDo.
rated. Send 12c in stamps for full information. Ad-
dress j. II. Teitlebaum, Treasurer, East Las Vegas,
N M
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
Mount st. Joseph, Dubsq1e, Ca, Wins
the Prize.

At the. st. Louis State Fair of 1899,
lovers of art were attracted 4by;a paint
ing in oil, the work Of Miss Sabina Ri
ordan Of that city. The art committee
awarded it the second prize. Miss Ri
ordan was a student of Mount st. Jo-
seph Academy, Dubuque, Ia, and
painted the prize scene while "a pupil
Of that institution.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06
The Electro he1ical and Sur.
gical Institute
OF FARGO, N. OAK, p"
No. 10 Broadway. r. O. Box 052.

Uses the combined treatment Of tho
great curative powers Of Medicine and
Electricity. The Scientific Treatment
of the specialist cures the most pro-
nOunced cases of Chronic Diseases.
RHEUMATISM CURED.
I cannot express my full appreciation
for the great cure l have received for
my rheumatism Of years standing,
which made life almost uncomfortable.
My pain is gone altogether. l am SO
much pleased that 1 recommend every
n to the Electro Medical and Surgical
Institute l was well nigh discouraged.
but now am not only hopeful, but
cured. X. A. BERG, Fargo, N. D..
X-Ray Examination free to patients.
The Washburn leader. [volume] (Washburn, McLean County, N.D.) 1890-1986, 1900-01-06

This is notm ordin.ry.lm.nac.
but . handsome book. ,eopious1y
illustrated. and sold fora5 cents
on al aevs-st,nds. I'VE simply
allow you the two Cents you
spend in postage for sending.)
Great men have written for
the Year Book. In It IS summed
up the progress Of the19th cen
fury. In each important. line Of
work and thought the greatest
living specialist has .reeounted
the events and adv.nees'o Of the
past century and has prophesied
what We may 'e1peetsof the next.
Among the most noted of
our contributors arr:
sec.sAa1yo Of Agriculture Wilson, on
Agricultlfe; Senator Chauncey M.
Depew, ON Politics; Russell Sage, on
Finance; Thomas Edison, on Elec-
tricity; d.. Madison Peters, OF Re-
ligion; General Merritt, on Land War
fare; Admiral Hichbom, ON Naval
Warfare; 4Al" Smith, onSSports, ETC.;
making . complete review Of the whole
field Of human endeavor:and progress. /
The copper era., 1900-07-05
Glorious News

Comes from Dr. D. B. Cargie, of Washita, I. T. He writes: -Four bottles of Electric Bitters has cured Mrs. Brewer of scrofula, which had caused her great suffering for years. Terrible sores would break out on her head and face, and the best doctors could give no help; but her cure is complete and her health is excellent" This shows what thousands have proved, that Electric Bitters is the best blood purifier known. It's the supreme remedy for eczema, letter, salt rheum, ulcers, boils and running sores, It stimulates liver, kidneys and bowels, expels poison, helps di- gestion builds up the strength. Only 50 cents. Sold by all dealers in medi- cines. Guaranteed.
The copper era., 1900-07-05
Documents Filed for Record.

Following is list of documents filed for record at the county seat from eastern Graham county for the week ending June 28, 1900:
 Ben M. Crawford ct al. locate Belle of Clifton, Donkey, Lone Jack and K Ray placers, in Greenlee district.
 Ben M. Crawford files proof of labor on above claims.
 George Hormeyer to Salvatore & D.. Sirianni, release of mortgage on Sirianni saloon and adobe, in Clifton.
 Wm. A. Moody, probate judge, to Savina G de Flores, deed; lot 3, block 5, West Clifton.
 Ambrose Burke ct al. locate Antie- tam, in Greenlee district.
 Drumm-Floto Commission Company to J. H. Hampson, release of mort gage, SIT, 7,572.34, on 1O,6OO cattle, branded double circle" and 4.
 Preciliano Vega and wife to R. Stevens and Karl Schade, deed, 2Sx189 feet in lot ', block g, West Clifton.
The copper era., 1900-07-05

After many intricate experiments, scientists have discovered methods for obtaining all the natural digest ants. These have been combined in the proportion found in the human body and united with substances that build up the digestive organs, making a compound called Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. Il digests what you eat and allows all dyspeptics to eat plenty of nourishing food while the stomach troubles are being radically cured by the medicinal agents it contains. It is pleasant to take and will give quick relief.-C. P. Dunn.
The copper era., 1900-07-05

Prof. E. c. Bunch, who passed through Clifton last week with the forest reserve commission, was at one time mail carrier between here and St. Johns, away. back in the early sos. He did not see any familiar faces or places while here, Clifton having un- dergone so many changes in popula- tion and Improvements since then.
The copper era., 1900-07-05
The Appetite of a Goat

Is envied by all poor dyspeptics whose Stomach and Liver are out of order All such should know that Dr. Kings New Life Pills, the wonderful Stomach and Liver Remedy, gives a splendid appetite, sound digestion and a regular bodily habit that in sures perfect health and great en- ergy. Only 25c. at all dealers in medicines.
The copper era., 1900-07-05

R. H. Mcdonald has arrived from Clifton, Arizona to look after his fine property on Florida avenue. He is accompanied by his sister-in-law, Mrs. David Mcdonald. His many friends in Hemet are glad to greet him. Hemet Gall News.
The copper era., 1900-07-05

During last May an infant child of our neighbor was suffering from chol- era infantum. The doctors had given up all hopes of recovery. I took a bottle of Chamberlain $ Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy to the house, telling them I felt sure it would do good if used according to directions. In two days time the child had fully recovered. The child is now vigor- ous and healthy. have recommend ed this remedy frequently and have never known it to fail.-MRS. CURTIS BAKER, Bookwalter, Ohio. Sold by c. P. Dunn.
The copper era., 1900-07-05

When you want a modern, up-to- date physic try Chamberlain's Stom- ach and Liver Tablets. They are easy to take and pleasant in effect. Price, 9 cents. Samples free at c. P. Dunn's drug store.
The copper era., 1900-07-05

A large deposit of sulphur has been discovered five miles northeast of White Oaks, New Mexico.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1900-02-18
MATRIMONIAL.

The marriage of Miss Sarah Irene Tai
man, daughter OF Mr.. and Mrs. John Tai
man, and Milton Lightner Badly. of
Deadwood, s. D., will take place tomor-
row evening at o'clock at the Church
of St. John the Evangelist. Rev. Dudley
W. Rhodes will read the service. The
maid of honor will be Miss Louise Hinck-
ley, of Madison, and the bridesmaids Miss
Ann Scribner. of Madison: Miss Mabel
Lanpher and Miss Marie Hartsinck. Mr..
Is. F. Ankeny, of Munper, Neb.,. will be
best man, and Webster Wheelock, DR.. J.
D. Lewis and Rollin. 4. Dtlano will act
as ushers. Following the ceremony there
will be reception at the brides home.
li3 North .Grotto street. Mr. and Mrs.
Badly will be at home after April IL at
Deadwood, S. u.
Mr. and Mrs Peter Bohland announce
the engagement of their daughter Lilly
to Wallace North Tanner, of Anaconda,
Mont. formerly of Minneapolis.
Cards have been received in st. Paul
for the marriage Of Miss Cora Harring-
ton Brownell, daughter of Mrs. c. L..
Brewnell. Of Washington. D: c.. and Mr.
Edgar Brown Barton. of this city. The
wedding will take place Wednesday at
st. Margarets church in Washington. Mr..
and Mrs. Barton will be at home after
March IS at 1i3 Harrington avenue.
Joseph J. Hurley left last evening for
Marion, O., where he is to be married to
Miss Marie Keiliher Tuesday.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1900-02-18
Personal MENTION.

Miss Lillian ELS, Of st. Anthony ave
nue., who has been spending the past few
weeks with friends and relatives In Bara-
boo. Wis., has returned to st. Paul
Mrs Edward Walther. of Dayton ave-
nue.. IS enterta ming her daughters, Mrs.
5. A. Perkins and Mrs. f. I. Grove, of
Tacoma
Mr.. and Mrs. o. S. Deringer and son
Walter left last night for Mondovi to at
tend The funeral OF Mr. Deringer's mother
Mr.. and Mrs. Howard James. OF. the
Aberdeen, are entertaining Mr. and Mrs
L. d. James, of Williamsburg, Mass.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. A. Lang, of Goodrich
avenue. are entertaining Mrs. ]. r. Dona-
hue, of Grand Rapids.
Mr. Bowlin. Miss BowIin and Miss 10
sephne Bowlin. Of Summit avenue. have
gone to California.
Mr.. and Mrs. Benjamin L. Goodkiud
and son Harold, of Dayton avenue, are
in New York.
Mrs. Ralph NJ Burdick nee Dunlap, left
yesterday for Little Falls to join her hus-
band. -
George M. Space of IgIehart street, has
gone TO the coast for a three weeks trip
MI ard Mrs. w. A. Murphy. of Port
land avenue. have gone TO New York
VIII am Stoddard and Miss Stoidard,
of South Exchange street. are in Texas
Mr.. and Mrs. A E. Boyesen and Mrs
Gardner Moore will go South tomorrow.
Mrs. A. I. MARS and Miss Mairs, of
Holly avenue, are in Florida.
Mr. and Mrs c. A Severance. of Sum
init avenue, are in the East.
Mrs. F. B. Cowgirl. of West Third
street is in Mortified.
Col. and Mrs. G. A. Morton of Fargo
are at the Aberdeen.
Miss Katherine F. Mcintyre has gone
to California
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1900-02-18
MERRIAM PARK.

Gen. c. c. Andrews. chief forest fire
warden of the state. will deliver an H.
Illustrated address on Forests of the
World" at the Presbyterian church
Thursday evening"
Rev. Henry Schlosser, Of the Union
Presby terian church. St. Peter, Mimi,
will occupy the pulpit of the Presbyterian
church today in exchange with Rev. Co
vert.
The young people-of Olivet church spent
Thursday evening very pleasantly at a
valentine party given at the home OF Miss
Grace Mathews, of Carroll street.
The euchre club of the Art club was
entertained at the home Of Mrs. w. j.
Sullivan Tuesday evening. the highest
score being won by Mrs. H B. butcher.
The ladies of Trinity church gave val
entine social Thursday evening at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. G.. L. Gage, of Car
roll street
The gentlemen of st. Mary's church
were entertained at the rectory by the
Brotherhood of st. Andrew Wednesday
evening.
Mrs S. " Boyer will entertain the La
dies Aid Society of the Presbyterian
Church at an all-day meeting Friday.
MIR and Mrs A. Koerner. of Litchfeld.
were the guests of their son. p. c. Koer-
Her, and family. during the week.
Mrs. j. III. S 4mmis, of Ferenia avenue.
will entertain the Ladies' Aid Society of
0livet Church Friday afternoon.
zThe Brotherhood of st. Andrew wall
meet Tuesday evening In the choir room
of st. =Mary:s church.
-Dr. s. G. Cobb visited Rochester and
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1900-02-18

entertained at dinner Monday evening.
Covers were laid for fourteen.
Mrs. ID. Ferguson, OF East Winifred
street, entertained the E. w. S. Euchre
club Thursday afternoon.
Mrs. P. Ca,vanaugh. of Belle PLANE. the
guest of Mrs. William Tenvorde. Bidweil
street, has returned home.
Unity Camp No 1861. M. w. A., gave
an entertainment and dance Thursday
evening at Martins hall.
Mrs Ed THEM, of East Isabel street
entertained informally Monday evening
in honor of her birthday.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the West
minister Presbyterian Church gave a con-
cert Thursday evening.
Mr. and Mrs. W. r.. Shaw, Hall ave-
nue. entertained Thursday evening the
Thursday Night club
Miss Mae Schriber, West Delos street.
entertained the Young Peoples Whist
club Monday evening.
The Prospect Terrace Crokinole club
met Friday evening with Miss Nellie
FaleS, of DeloS street.
Mrs. A. Posey, of Congress street. en-
tertained the Entire Nous Euchre club on
Tuesday afternoon.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. L. Barackman, of East
Winifred street, have gone to Marshall
Mimi. to reside.
Mrs. F. Diment, of Stryker avenue, en-
tertained Friday the Ladies' Embroidery
Exchange club.
Mrs. C. E. Messenger of Isabel street,
has been entertaining Miss Mamie Truax.
of South Park.
The Afternoon Leisure club met Mon
day afternoon with Mrs. Ed THEM, Of
Isabel street.
Miss Margaret Carroll, of East Wini-
fred street, entertained informally Tues
day evening.
The Kings Daughters met Sunday af-
ternoon with Miss Lillian Cation. Delos
street.
DR.. and Mrs H G. Dampier. East Wini-
fred street. have returned from North
field.
Tuesday evening the D. of III. gave an
entertainment and dance at Wittich's
hail.
! The Daughters of Erin gave a dancing