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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Simplicity of Fun.

'The funniest thing / ever saw or
heard" says Chauncey NJ. Depew in
Success, was the lecture Of Artemus
Ward, then quite unknown, on Nor
mons, delivered at Albany. The audi
ence was fashionable, conservative
and proper to a degree. Ward, dscour-
aged, finally stopped and said, after
one Of his best things, which had met
with no response, There's a joke
Suddenly, the fun Of the wholei enter
tainment came like an avalanche. The
audience began to litter, then to, laugh,
then to roar and at the end Of rs min
utes was positively in a hysterioal con-
dition. 1t was an illustration of the
psychology of association and, senti-
ment, precisely the same as that, which
produces panics, when there are no
commercial troubles and no financial
difficulties"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Marrying For Money.

A decrepit old negress, with a de-
formed back and a few discolored
fangs in the place Of teeth, called one
day upon a gentleman who had been
her employer and announced, "Mistah,
Use gwine ter git merr1ed."
SECT married, auntiew exclaimed the
man. ''Why, Pm surprised! Isn't the
change little suddenw
Eyes, toIable sudden, but bettah late
than nebber"
"Oh, WELL" answered the friend po-
litely, "a lady Is never too old to mar
ry, l suppose-if she falls In lover
But I'ze not fallen In lubp'
"Going to marry for money! sar-
castically.
"Yes, sab, dat am de solemn troof.
It's money. Ise gagged ter Billy
Jones'"
why, Billy's' only %, and you must
be 45!"
"Yes, sab, OATS so, but I'ze now pay
In Billy fifty dollahs yeah for rent,
an Tze gwine ter marry him ter save
dat rmount."-Atlanta Constitution.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
John Sherman on Himself.

A politician who was very near, to
Senator John Sherman in thelcampaign
of 1892 says he will never forget the
effect that the first kodak picture of
himself had upon the senator. Mr.
Sherman had been speaking thesnight
before in the Academy of Music, J. Phil
adelphia, and the newspaper artists
had taken some lifelike snap .shots of
him in many attitudes. To tthe poll
tician the senator said, upon looking
over the newspapers therfollowdng, day {:
"Well, well, our time for critictsing 1.-THE
newspaper men is over. They haNeaus
to rights now. Here / am just ASH
am, and Pm a caricature of what u
have always thought l "-SatuE-
day Evening Post.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Obituary.

David Thompson McFadden was born
near Cadix, Ohio, April IL, 1896, and was
in his seventy fifth year at the time OF
his death, May 20, 1900. He came to
Iowa in 1864 and was resident of the
state thirty-six years. Ten years was
spent near Oskaloosa, and the remaining
twenty-six years in this county with the
exception Of five years spent in Audi
bon county. He was twice married, had
three children by the first, and seven by
the second marriage. He WAS we'll
known through the county, and the
large gathering at his funeral, many
coming long distances, showed the
esteem in which he was held by the peo-
pie. The widow and children are we'll
known and highly respected. Mr.. Nc
Fadden's brothers, three of them were
formerly citizens of Atlantic. He had
been sufferer for several years and ex-
pressed himself as prepared for the
change he knew was at hand. His
friends can hardly regret his release
from pain and WEAKNESS and his en-
trance into rest Atlantic Telegraph.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Strawberry Fishing In Chile.

A singular custom prevails in Chile
which in these days Of aseptic pre-
cautions will cause a shudder among
those who see infection lurking in ev-
cry detail! of life. 1t is called straw
berry fshtng and Is conducted in this
fashion:
AT the close of dinner the cloth Is
removed, and there is placed upon the
table an immense bowl into which are
emptied half dozen bottles of Bor-
deaux wine, four of cherry and two of
rum, besides sugar and nutmeg. Into
this mixture is put a very large straw
berry, which floats upon the surface.
The bowl Is provided with two han
dies. These are used to lift the vessel
and tilt it so that the strawberry may
be brought near the edge and sucked
easy feat, but it is a difficult one, as
the fruit rolls over when touched with
the lips. The contestant in the effort
swallows a considerable quantity Of
the liquid connection.
This Is the reason for the game, for
the bowl Is passed from one to the 9TH
er many times In succession before the
strawberry is captured. When that
moment finally arrives, all of the
guests have reached a ripe stage Of
hilarity. This Is the game as 1t Is
played among the higher classes.
Among those Of a lower social standing
the fiery liquor Of the country is sub
stituted for wine. With them straw
berry fishing develops into a function
compared to which a fighting mixed
ale party in this town is the recreation
Of group Of peace seeking Quakers.
New York Sun.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Mrs Sallie Divelbliss died June 1880,
at the Audubon county farm Of a COM
plication of diseases. Her extreme old
age, II years, neutralized all that kindly
attention and medical skill could do for
her. She came to Audubon county in
1864 and has resided here ever since.
Her first husband, Mr.. Page. was buried
at Extra and her remains we're taken
there and buried by his side. She was
the mother OF nine children, seven of
whom are living, George Page, and Mrs.
Fred Reynolds, of Greeley township,
Mrs. Steel, of Extra, Mrs. Courier, Of
Anita, Mrs. Herring, of Guthrie county,
another daughter who lives in Nebraska
and son whoes whereabouts are I'M
known being the family. The fact that
she lived at the county farm is no re-
Election on the family for as far as we
can learn it was of her own choosing
and her children, especially Mr.. George
Page had repeatedly urged her to make
her home with them and provided a
separate house for her, but she decided
otherwise. During her last sickness she
was cared for with all the tenderness
due mother from her children.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
HE GOT THE INTERVIEW.
A Story of Amos Cummings and Sec
rotary of State Seward.

rotary of State Seward.
1t was while Amos Cummings was
the Washington correspondent of the
New York Sun that he had a memora-
BILE interview with Lincoln's secretary
of state, Seward. Cummings received
orders one day to get certain informa-
ton from Secretary Seward without
fail, and accordingly he went to the
secretary's Office to see him. Mr..
Seward did not receive the newspaper
man very cordially.
Il won't talk to a representative Of
The Sun on that subject" said the sec
rotary. Il am very busy. You are
taking up my time, young man, and
can't be bothered with you"
In an instant Cummings was boiling
with anger and hurt pride. He drew
himself up, looked the secretary
straight in the eyes and said:
'You forget, sir, that there are three
parties to this interview"
Three" queried Seward in surprise.
How do you make that outP'
First, sir, there is you, secretary Of
state and one of the foremost figures
in the world of men of the day; second,
there is the correspondent of the New
York Sun, who has come to you on a
perfectly proper errand in the service
Of his newspaper, and, third, sir, there
is an American citizen who considers
himself the equal of any man on earth
and who will not be insulted by you or
any man alive"
The great Seward looked at Cum
mings and smiled.
"Sit down." he said, land tell me
exactly what you want, young man."
The Sun not only got the news it
wanted, but also one Of the best inter-
views with Seward ever published
Saturday Evening Post.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Last fall I sprained my left hip while
handling some heavy boxes. The doc
tor l called on said it was slight
sprain ana would soon be well, but it
grew worse and the doctor thon said /
had rheumatism. 1t continued to grow
worse aud l could hardly get around
to work. went to drug store and
the druggist recommended me to try
Chamberlain's Pain Balm. tried it
and one-half of SOC bottle cured me
entirely. l now recommend it to all
my friends.-F. A. Babcock, Erie, Pa.
1t is for sale by, A. III. Roberts,
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Resolutions.

Whereas the Divine Author of the Universe
has seen fit to call from this earth the beloved
wife of Esteemed NeighbOr A. g. Culver. Be il
therefore
Resolved, BY Geo. Whitney Camp, No. III NJ
W. A., that he receive the coincidence of this
Camp in this his dark, sad hour OF bereavement
Be IL further
Resolved, That copy OF these resolutions be
spread upon the records and published in the
county newspapers. GEO. w. COssoN,
M. 81. MCCALL,
III. ID. MOsER,
Committee
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

We learn that The case of some of
the Ballard heirs, o. G. Ballard, Grace
Lee, Marsh and Mrs. Potter VS.. John
Hunter, which was recently tried be-
fore Judge Thornell at Atlantic, and
which he took under ADJUSTMENT, has
been decided. 1t was a case in which
the heirs asked that certain papers
made by Them be considered as mort
cages instead of deeds as they appear
ed to be on their face, and that the
money they received from Hunter. be
considered as loans. The decision con-
sidered the papers as mortgages and
orders plaintiff to repay Hunter the
money and simple interest, amounting
in all to about $4,000.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
What He Lost.

The nervous commuter had one%min-
ute in which to catch his train He
was Fastening exceedingly whenj the
cries of small boy smote upon hisaear.
"Hey, misterp' shouted the urchin.
"Yer'ye lost somethinr'
The commuter stopped and hastily
counted his bundles. What have l
lost?' he painted. Why" said the
boy, "yerve lost that shine / put on
yer shoes yistidy. 'I'll give yer another
fur nickel."-Philadelph Press.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

The Evangelical Sunday schools at
Pleasant Hill and Spencer school houses
will unite and observe the annual. child
ren's day June Oath in Frank Smiths
grove one mile south and two miles west
of Audubon. Services at 1870 a. m. and
2 p. m. Bring your dinner and enjoy
the services. All are cordially invited.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Lee Preston, of Villisca, came in
Saturday to take q position in his
brothers store. Al Hurd so long en-
gagged with Mr.. Preston has resigned
to take effect in the near future. He
expects to take a vacation before en-
gaging in anything else.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
The County Farm.

We recently called on genial Tom
Davis, steward of the poor farm. He
and.his family are neatly domiciled
there in the residence in the yard.
While we do, not know that they are
particularly pleased with their situation,
yet we are sure they are rendering the
county excellent service. Mr.. and
Mrs. Davis will take the best of care
of the county's property there and of
inmates intrusted to their care.
There are four inmates there now
They are David Vicilis, of Oakfield
township, aged so years; Jane Irwin,
of the town of Audubon, aged GO years !;
Mrs. Bouse, of Leroy township, aged
80 years, insane; and Sallie Page, of
Greeley township, aged II years. The
latter died Saturday night, an account
of which is published elsewhere. The
small number of inmates is rather sur
prising. In the older counties in the
eastern part of the state the county
poor houses often have fifteen or twenty
and often more, of course the larger
population there partly accounts for
this difference, and another reason is
that as the country gets older there
become more aged and dependent
people.
The poor farm consists of 200 acres
of good land. 1t is kept well stocked
it now having 50 head of cattle, 5S
hogs and five horses. 1t is good
farm and the proceeds surely ought to
keep up the expenses of the affirmative
as long as there are so few inmates,
but it has not been doing it by a few
hundred dollars each year. There are
also some improvements that are need
ing to be done there which have ac-
cumlated as they will on any place.
The board of supervisors have been
giving good and businessl like attention
to this property and now with good
management it has we have no doubt
but that it will be made to nearly pay
out.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

The past week has been prolific in
accidents and the doctors have been
responding to hurry calls seemingly
most of the time. Sunday evening
Dr.J Jackson was called to John Dorsey's
two miles east of Ross to render sur
gical assistance to Mr.. Dorsey's six
year old son who had been kicked in
the forehead by horse. The wound
is serious though it is hoped not a
dangerous one. Tuesday, in. addition
to the Taylor accident reported else
where, q farmer whose name we could
not learn living over on the east line
of the county, in trying to get some
hogs he was hauling in order was bit
ten on the hand. The wound was quite
serious one and promises sore hand
for sometime to come. Wednesday at
Manning Henry He'll was whiting o
plug for a water tank and in pulling
the knife toward him through the
wood in some way let it slip. Striking
him point first near the heart it enter
ed the body so far as to reach that
organ and before medical aid could
reach him he was dead. Several minor
accidents have also been reported
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

There will be an excursion to Lake
View next Sunday the round trip being
$3.50 The train leaves here at TAO a.
M and gets back about 10 p. m. Milli-
mans concert band, of Extra, which is
composed of about thirty pieces will go
up from this point.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Luke and Hosey Rose returned Mon
day their home in Shelby. They were
called here by the death of their sister,
Mrs. A. S. Culver.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
COrka ElOaf-

"Phwas livery place coveredain Noah's
flood, Dinny?'
"All but tn city of Cork, Larry
Chicago News.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

The Audubon county Holiness asso-
citation will meet in the Evangelical
church in Viola June Goth to hold their
monthly all day meeting. Services at
0:30 a. m. and 2 o. m.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

The First National Bank which re-
Gently arranged to increase their
circulation to $25, 900 have put Sl4, 900
in new currency into action this week.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Roy Smith, who has been attending
college at Ames, arrived home yester-
day to spend his summer vacation.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

r. n Carper went to Extra Tuesday
to either sell or rent the street sprinkler.
This means for us to eat dust during the
next four months.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

For information about North Dakot;
lands enquire Of j. G. f. Wicker, Audi
bon, Iowa. tf
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

G. A. w. Colee received visit from a
friend, Mr.. Bruner, OF Sac City, over
Sunday.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

j. b. Turner and wife returned to
Anita Monday. They had beer here
attending the funeral of Mrs. A. S.
Culver.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Mrs. Harriet Taggart and daughter
went to Lake View yesterday.

The W. r. G. will meet with Grand
ma Cole tomorrow (Friday) afternoon.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

The following letter remains unclaimed
in the Audubon postolfice for week end
ing June 18th: N Derdinger.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Special attention given to the trial of
cases, settlement of estates and the
drawing OF all legal papers.
GosSoN T. poCS
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

A. @. Kelly, of Manning, was in the
city Sunday getting ready to move.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

AS it will be seen on the first page
of this issue, the announcement is
made that A. F. Greenwaldt's name
will be presented to the coming repub-
lican county convention as a candidate
for county auditor. Mr.. Greenwaldt
is serving his first term as auditor.
Our readers are mostly acquainted
with him. They remember his sue
cessful campaign of two years ago and
they know his excellent service in the
Office. 1t is generally regarded that
the county has never had better Off
Ger than he is. Pleasant and obliging
and considerate of every one who has
business with him, able and competent
for every duty that comes to him, and
honest and honorable in every way, he
has been and is an ideal officer. We
have heard no talk of their being any
opposition to his denomination, and if
nominated he will no doubt prove to
be stronger than his ticket and be re-
elected by an increased majority.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Word comes from Bond, Miss that
s ID. Thayer is some better though the
fever has not yet run it's course.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

q. w. Chamberlain is having his
house beautified by fresh coat of paint.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Atlantic and Denver played game Of
ball at the former place Monday and the
score was something like % to 3 in favor
of Denver.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
A Card of Thanks.

/ wish to say that feel under last
ing obligations for what Chamberlain s
Cough Remedy has done for our fam
lily. We have used it in so many cases
ST coughs, lung troubles and whooping
congh, and it has always given the
most perfect satisfaction, we feel
greatly indebted to the manufacturers
Of this remedy and wish them to please
accept our hearty thanks. Respect.
fully, Mrs. S. Doty, Des MONIES, Iowa.
For sale by A. H. Roberts, druggist
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

DIR. Gleason is now loacted in the
Commercial bank building down stairs.
Telephone. No. Is two rings. 22-4
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Ben Carr was the carpenter that put
up that nice barn for Chris Hahn north
OF town.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Mrs. G. A. Marlin, of Extra, visited
friend in Audubon the first Of the week.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

See j. L. Carmichael for pianos, plan
olas and organs at Blackman's shoe
store. IF.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Mrs. j. M. Fulton returned Saturday
from visit of two weeks with friends in
Atlantic
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Mrs. Bert Parrott and son, OF Extra
were Audubon visitors Tuesday.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
one warming Sufficient.

Now, madam" said the crotchety
Judge who had been annoyed by the
digressions of previous female wit.
nesses, 1--WE want no hearsay evidence
Tell only what you know. Your name,
please"
MARY Jones" replied the witness.
"Your ageT
"Well-er-I only have hearsay evi.
dence on that point, SO won't an.
Philadelphia Press.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Fret Musson, Of Des Moines, came in
to attend the graduating exercises last
week
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14
Unless food is digested uu

Unless foodi is digested quickly it
will ferment and irritate the stomach.
After each meal take teaspoonful of
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. 1t digests
what you eat and will allow you to eat
all you need of what you like. It never
fails to cure the worst cases of dyspep-
STA. 1t is pleasant to take. E. Prick
81 Son.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Nell Smith went to Griswold to get a
fast horse Tuesday
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Starvation never yet cured dyspep-
STA. Persons with indigestion are half
starved already. Kodol Dyspepsia
Cure digests what you eat so that the
body can be nourished while the worn
out organs are being reconstructed. 1t
is the only preparation known that will
instantly relieve and completely cure
all stomach troubles. 1t is certain to
do you good. E. Prick & Son.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Old newspapers for sale at this Office
ut 8 cents bunch OF two dozen, II
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1900-06-14

Following is the Woodman Memorial
Day program to be given at the M. E.
church Sunday, June 18th, at 3 p. m:
Song ---------- Choir
Invocation 1885, -.--------------Rev Matheny
solo Mrs. w. W. Smith
Address Geo. w. Cosson, V. c.
Anthem .-- Choir
Memorial Address. ----------
------ Rev. ). L. Weaver. of Manning
song OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES Ihoir
The Woodmen are requested to meet
at the hall at two o'clock. After the
services the Woodmen and flower girls
will march to the cemetery and decorate
the graves.
The Norfolk weekly news., 1900-07-26

There is an old saying: "Woman's s
work is never DONE" meaning that the
housekeeper has to perform almost the
same identical duties day after.day and
that it is impossible to escape from
those duties. There is another class
who find themselves in about the sarie
boat, and that is the persons who week
after week lay before you the news of
the world-the newspaper people. The
same old path is trodden day after day,
week after week, from one years end to
the other. The news is gathered, the
type is set, the forms made up, the
presses grind out the papers, then
back into the cases go the type and the
same monotonous grind that brought
forth the previous issue is kept up. 1t
is "a business that requires a never
ceasing vigilance. While others rest
from the maddening cares of life, they
expect the newspaper man to be just as
alert, just as keen scented and tireless
in procuring for their benefit an ac.
count of every passing event. There
can be no let up, no resting when
weary. The stern law of necessity is
forever driving relentlessly on and il
is little wonder that men become pre-
maturely aged and broken down.
| Wayne Republican.
The Norfolk weekly news., 1900-07-26

James H. Eckles, comptroller of the
currancy under President Cleveland, ex-
presses the following opinion regarding
Mr.. Bryan's alliance with Tammany
hall, New York: Heretofore demo-
cratic presidential candidates have
gained public respect and strength by
having the open enmity of Tammany.
Mr. Bryan, who more than any of them
has boasted of his stand for principle
and his integrity of character, has done
what Mr.. Seymour, Mr.. Tilden and Mr..
Cleveland would not do. He has formed
an open alliance, offensive and defensive
with Tammany, and that, too, at time
when that organization is known to be
thoroughly corrupt and a constant men.
ace to all the best interests of good
government"
The Norfolk weekly news., 1900-07-26
Ole on Politics.

Ay ben not cote emmy silver mine und
ay tank ay not vote for Bill Brain.
Bill Brain ha say fort Yuly ha bane
goin DOT stile. Ay bate ha bane talk by
his hat.
Mckinley, ha bane purt goot faller,
Ha make me work all TEN but ay get
money all tenn too.
Ay not laik to brake oop China. Ma
wife she kack laik hal uud maik ma put
pieces togedder gain,
Das man Daatrook, ha bane Dutch
maybe but ay like heem purt good, Ha
know Svenskie faller.
Ay not laik free soop purt goot Fuse
faller ha give free beer in kampaue und
free soop after Brain Ia bane 'lected.
Das fuse faller ha bane have purt hard
time to stick togedder Ha got one leg
on sidewalk and one in middle rode und
ha bane purt near schplit oop.