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The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
Cat Story.

Cats" said the gaunt man with the griz. zled whiskers, 'can comprehend human speech"
 "Got cat story?" asked the irreverent person with the button nose.
 q have. My daughter was doing a bit of Wagner night before last, and l called through the door to ask whether it were she or the cat making the noise"
 'Well?"
 ''The cat got up, swore vehemently, walked out and hasn't been seen since."- In nla
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Fair Helen-"I hear you have secret" /" Fair Grace-"Well, l did have one, but it wouldn't keep. .'-Syraeuse Herald.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
River News.
- Fall. Trace
THE MARKET REPORT.
THURSDAY. Dec. 27. Grain and Provisions.

St. Louis Flour - Patents, S3 50d3. 50 /: other grades, $2. 75Q345 Wheat-No. , red niAQ72l2c. Corn-No. 2 mixed. 3512@35s4 C. Oats-No. . 23d2312c. Hay-Timothy, $lO OJ QI350; prairie, SS. .50Q1l.00; choice clover. S9O0Ql200. Butter Creamery 19a24c dairy, 17Q20c Eggs Fresh lSc Lard - Choice steam, 6S21ec Pork New mess, $l2.50. Bacon-Clear rib. l1sc. Wool-Tuo- washed, lSq29c; Missouri and Illinois medium combing, 20Q2lc; other grades. l7Q20c.
 Chicago~Closing quotations: Wheat December 697sc; January, 701sc; February. 70Ac; May. 72Saq727sc. Corn-December 36}4c; January, S57s436c; February, 354c; May 35S4c. Oats-December, 21ssG2liac /; May, 235sc. Pork-Decemher S1115; Janu- ary, sl2l2ia; May, $l215. Lard-Decem- Der S6S712; January, s6.7719; May. s6 690 Short ribs-December, s6.25; January, s6221aQ625; May, S6.32l2Q635.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
.IHE NATIONAL CAPITAL.
State Department Notified of the Presentation of the Powers'
 Note to Prince Ching.
WILL NOW AWAIT CHINA'S RESPONSE.
State Department officials VIII Not Venture Guess as to How Much Tim inc Chinese Will Consume in Considering the Terms of the Note.

Washington, Dec. 21.-A cablegram received at the state department from United States Minister Conger. dated at Pekin on the 24th inst, states that the first formal meeting between the diplomatic representatives and Prince Ching took place on the 24th. Ching presented the credentials of himself and Ii Hung Chang. who was unable to attend, owing to illness, to the diplomatic representatives, who handed to him the international note. The officials of the state department are unwilling to venture a guess as to the length of time that will be con sumed by the Chinese government of the note.
 The last article of the note noti- fled the Chinese government that the occupation of Chi Lii and Pekin may continue until the Chinese govern ment has complied with the terms of the note.
 Not Bound by This Condition.
 It may be stated. however, that the United States is not bound or affected by this condition. Our occupancy from a military point of view, has terminated, and there is no disposi- ton to renew it. As for the other powers, it IS expected that the main obstacle they will encounter in with. drawing under this condition will be found in the difficulty in obtaining satisfactory guarantees upon the Chi nese promise to pay indemnitieK.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Piso's Cure for Consumption is an infalli- ble medicine for coughs and eolds.-N. w. Samuel, Ocean Grove, N. J., Feb r, 1900.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

PUTNAM FADELEss DYES do not stain the hands or spot the kettle. Sold by all drug gists.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

The Peruna Medicine Co.,. City:
 Gentlemen-I have used several bot. ties of Peruna and feel greatly bene- fitted thereby from my catarrh of the head, and feel encouraged to believe
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Carter's Ink has a good deep color and it doesnot strain the eyes Carter's doesn' t fade.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
Seized the Watchman.

As Frank Murphy, the night watch man, opened the Chestnut street door of the building to look out at two o'clock Wednesday morning, he was seized by three men, two of whom held him while the third attempted to take his keys. Murphy cried for help. and his cries attracted Officers Cren- ins and McKye. At sight of the police men the highwaymen threw the watchman against the building and started on a run toward Eighth street
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Actors, Vocalists, Public Speakers praise Hales Honey of Horehound and Tar.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
Live Stock Markets.

St. .Louis-Cattle-Fancy exports S55 500 650; butchers si.500525 stockers, S. .75lI 550; cows and heifers, S2.50QS. .S5. Hogs I acking, A0OQ495 butchers, &65Q5.00: t: light, S4. o5q490. Sheep = Mutton sheep s350Q4.25; lambs, s450G5.50.
 Chicago-Cattle-Good to prime steers. $5.25@G10; poor to medium, s3.7l; stock 4l0, heifers, g. 60u4.40; canners, sl75G 2S5; calves, $.o0g5.5 50; Texas feeders, $4O0 O4S0; Texas grass steers, s. 25d400 nogs Mixed and butchers $4. .70d5. .07la; good to choice heavy, M.s0G5.lu; rough heavy A.65Q47 75; light, s4.70@5.O5. Sheep-Good to choice wethers, S3.I9Qt4.60; fair to choice mixed. SS.35Q3s0i western sheep, 8 75fl : 50; western lambs, A75Q5.40.
 Kansas sCity-Cattle-Native steers. 4l5 Q5 70. Texls steers, $3. .00dl4 95; Texas cows Sl. 75M310; native cows and heifsrs > oJa 425, stockers and feeders, g. 59d4 25 {; calves, $.l5d5.25. Hogs-Heavy, $4SIla66 is7l3 packers, $S4.90a500; mixed, g. S7ls6l i9sia, light. SLS0d5.00; workers, $i g5Gi5 70 Sheep-Lambs, $350a5.4O; muttons. S2OOg 400
 Quotations for middlng range A. fol. lows. St Louis sssc; New York 10 5-l6c; Memphis, sssc.
 Financial.
 New York Dec. 27.-Money on oaU nom- inally per cent; prime mercantile pa per, 44Q5ia per cent; sterling exchange nrm, with actual business in bankers bills al 4S4i2MfSiAt for demand. and at 4S9a. Gf 4sl Tor t0 days posted rates 4SlGi4S5. com mercial bills. is0g is0l2; silver certificates .@u6o' bar silver, S; Mexican dollars, s0 Government bonds strong.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Friendship is a welcome ship in any port. Chicago Daily News.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Concerning two things advise no one: marrying and going to s.-Spanish.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

It is much easier to be critical than to be correct.-Disraeli.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Learning makes man fit company fol himself-Young.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
FIRE AT CALGARY, N. w. I
4 Number of the Finest Structures ia the City Burned at Loss of
 S1OO,OOO.

St. Paul, Minn., Dee. 27.-A dispatch special from Calgary, N. ". T., says:
 The most destructive fire in the his tory of Calgary has wrought damage estimated at Sl00,O0O. Several of the finest structures were destroyed, among them being the Clarence, Eau Claire and New Norman blocks.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

CHILL ToNIc. Itis simply iron and quinine in atasteless form. No cure-no pay. Price, ,50c.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Fruit is necessary article of diet Its prime essence is in Primley's California Fruit Gum.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28

Better skin carcass for pay in the public streets than be idly dependent on charity.- Talmud.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
To Cure a Cold in One Day

Take Laxative Promo Qunine Tablets All druggists refund money fit fails to cure 25c.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
The Funny Man.

If fellow tries to be funny all the time, he ought at least to hit on 6 joke once in awh;le.-Washingto Qa.) Democrat.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
Two Were Captured.

Here one was captured. McKye held him for the patrol wagon, while Cremins, who was joined by Officers Began and Edam. Sergt. Coldstock and Actor Darcy, of the Imperial the ater, purued the other two firing as they ran. The footpads turned north in the alley near the Moser hotel. where the second man was captured, but the third, more fleet of foot, made his escape.
 WouIdn't Name Their Pal.
 At the four courts the first alleged robber gave his name as Joseph Me Guire, but when some letters of a different name were found in his pockets he admitted that his name was Meyers. He said he was molder, living near Second and Miller streets. The second man gave his name as James O'Brien, and said that he was a stonecutter from Memphis. Tenn. Neither man would talk. and refused to divulge the name of the man who escaped. The police think they are ex-convicts, who have been operating in St. Louis and nearby towns for several weeks. An attempt will be made to trace other crimes to them.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-28
Cotton.
Financial.

Quotations for middling range al. fol. lows; st. Louis. sSsc, New York. 10 5-I6c Memphis 93.c
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15
Woolstenholme- T ennant Nuptials.

Last Thursday evening was con-
summated the marriage of Miss Ellen
Woolstenholme and Mr.. Frank Ten
nant. About hundred relatives and
friends assembled to witness the GER
emony.
The house was tastefully decorated
with white chry and pink
carnations. Promptly at 5 O'Clock
Memberships wedding march was
played by Mrs. Chas. Stratton and
Mrs. f. i. Goodsell The bride wore
a dress Of white French lawn trimmed
with reel lace and satin ribbon She
was given away by her brother, Mr..
Joe Woolstenholme of Grand Island,
Neb Mrs. A. w. Sterne sister,
was matron of honor ana Miss Emma
Schreiner acted as bridesmaid. Rev.
Father Potter OBLIGATED using the i'm
pressive Episcopal service.
The numerous presents were both
substantial and beautiful, showing
Interpretation in which she bride
and groom are held.
After bountiful repast the newly
married couple repaired to their new
home which had recently been com
pleted. The best wishes OF many
friends follow them.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15
A Good Show

The Earle Dotv Co. opened a.week ;
engagement at Reeds Opera House
in the laughable farce comedy entitl-
ed "A Wild Goose Chase" and the
play was all that the name implies as
it was interposed with some of the
brightest specialties seen in our city
in wears.
Mr.. Doty is no stranger in our city
and the company he now has is the
best he has ever carried. They will
play the entire week with change of
play nightly. Tonight wednesday,
they Will present that sublime trag-
edy Faust for which they carry all
scenery and electrical effects and the
management promises the best per-
Torrance ever given in this city.
Mr.. Doty's company consists of
twelve people and they are artists in
their different lines OF work, and
should be greeted with packed
houses the entire week. During the
week they will present that we'll
known play Damon and Pythias, :
using the original costumes and seem
cry.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

-Messrs Jacob Miller and Vim.
Seeman OF Boscobel are in the city on
business.
w. A. McWlight CT b scobel rep
resentative Of the HERALD in that
city, is here on business.
C; W. Knapp 4 Son shipped three
buggies to purchaser at Benton
Harbor. Mich, last week. The fame
of this firm is widespread.
Mrs. Sarah Kitelinger. aged So
years, experienced stroke Of paraly
sis Saturday and her recovery is
doubtful. Mrs. X. l.. Hunter Of Wau-
kon. la. and Mrs. Margaret Kersey
Of Kansas City, daughters Of the aft
licted lady. are here as is also Mrs.
Petty Of Platteville, gtandchild.
Two families in Lancaster have
y zen vislie with the scourge of dy-
phtheria- that of Albert Visco and
Edward Angus. But one death has
occurred, a seven-year-old daughter
Of the first named succumbing to the
disease. A child OF Edward Angus is
at this writing i'll with the fearful
malady but no serious results are
looked for As precaution against
spreading of the trouble the North
school was closed last Wednesday.
Physicians and authorities have the
matter well in hand and no conditions
are apparent that should cause any
anxiety or alarm.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

FOR SALE: Lands. Of Z. H. Gan
side estate. situated on West Maph
Street. Lancaster. Wis. This trac
contains about eight acres and can b
sold entire Or ia parcels. A sever
room dwelling house in good repair
also city water. good well and eli
tern 6n.the place and an abuDdane.
If fruit trees aud small fruit. En-
4uires1f GEO T. GAH-DG on the p en-
isv- or Il. BucuSEa- lancaster. l6-
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15
Stray Hog.

Came to my farm six miles west of
Lancaster, on Pleasant Ridge, about
Nov. LIST, black sow weighing about
POO pounds. with white feet and nose.
Owner is requested to prove property,
pay charges and take said stray away.
THoS. GREEN.
Dated Lancaster. Wis, Nov.14. 1900.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

The rink is the principal attrac-
these evenings.
-Wisconsin's population is 2.06S,-
gain of $50, 0s3 in ten years.
Mrs. A. Barkell and daughter
~ visited friends at Woodman last
The Woman's Club meets Mon
afternoon with Miss Emma
|reiner.
Miss Anna Tenant returned to
|cago Friday after a six weeks
h in our city.
$1.O0 admits you to band concert
hay eve, and also entities you to
ce privilege.
| A number from Lancaster attend
he funeral of Mrs. Fred Kemper
Esherty Friday.
r. and Mrs. Boebel of Marion
{ few days last week at the
le of Jacob Wagner.
Miss Kate Smith will open the
ter term of school in the Richard
district next Monday.
Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Deller of Min
point were guests at the home of
Oswald a few days this week.
Lancaster liverymen have agreed
n a schedule of prices for services
have posted cards stating same.
A mum Der of Lancaster citizens
nded the funeral obsequis of John
n at North Andover last Thurs
II. c. Jordan and wife move from
|osi next month and will occupy
|dence property recently purchased
Atty. Geo. Clementson and Fred
7 assist Platteville talent in put
K on a home minstrel show in that
this Friday evening.
Mrs. r. B. Showalter participat-
n flag dedicatory ceremonies at
Ecalonge last Friday evening. The
Eices were very appropriate.
DIR. W. T. Brown, the eye, ear,
e and throat specialist, will DE in
caster at DR.. Hassell's office
|inesday, Nov. 2Sth, for one day
y.
"A new switch board of the latest
tern has been placed in position at
central. 1t is a great i'm
.nent to the efficient service
Tered by that company.
The band boys wish to inform the
bic that a ticket to their dance al
Includes admission to concert and
q the price of admission to concert
81 cents only instead OF 80 cents as
'ertised on bills.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15
That Throbbing Headache.

Would quickly leave you, if you used
Dr. Kings New Life Pills. Thousands
of sufferers have proved their match
less merit for sick and nervous head
aches. They make pure blood and
build up your health. Only p cents.
Money back if not cured. Sold by j.
Il. Bennett, druggist.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

THE HUBo is doing an extensive
business in lis Underwear Depart
ment. Spare few moments Of your
time if Won wish 10 have money and
inspect Your stock.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

If your children are fretful, peevish
boss it would seem proper to give EN-
Hatch Bros, ana Benefits Pharmacy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

If YOU are particular about your
duck jacket the Hub has them for
particular people ana the prices are
in your favor.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

A QUICK way Of telling their
business-Everything man or boy
wears is right in every way. If not,
it is made right at the Hub.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

WE HAVE three of those sewing
machines which we are selling at $15
$l2.5 and SlS.6S. Call and see
them at the musical depot.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

O. beauty! what "A powerful weapon
thou art. The bravest men fall at thy
feet. No wonder women take Rocky
Mountain Tea to prolong that joyous
spell Hatch Bros, and Benefits
pharmacy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

SPECIAL SALE of piano Gaze
organs for the next thirty days at tn,
musical depot of Michaelis & Roberts
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

A MAN ROBBED of 500 in broad
daylight because he did not buy that
beautiful Halett Il Davis piano of
Il Roberts.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

The winter term of school at the
Kerr district will open next Monday
with Sally. Cooley as teacher
Miss Louise Club is spending
a weeks vacation in Lancaster. She
has charge of the school at Hurri-
cane.
The Doty company is o. X. in
every respect and | can recommend
them to everyone. Their production
of Faust" is unexcelled.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

We pray thee heed him not who ask
eth thee to take something, said to be
the same as Rocky Mountain Tea
made by the Madison Medicine Co.
Soc. Hatch Bros and Benefits Phar-
macy.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

ARE Won looking tor clahfng for
yourself or boys The Hub ohas the
largest stock in Grant county with
out DOUBT. Compare their goods
and prices with others.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

A. f. LEWIS is in the market for
fresh mixers, springers and feeding
bulls.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

THERE are as many kinds of fur
coats as there are people to sell
them. Some are good and some bad,
but when you want good fur over
coat you will get it at the Hub.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

SOME people do not believe in
the advertisement of any firm.
EAere are honest and truthful adver-
tisers also. Anyway, read the Hubs
lad" this week then investigate for
yourself.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

NO TOWN in the state of the size
Of Lancaster has such large clothing
stores. The largest of the lot is the
Hub. Go there for that new suit or
overcoat
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

FRESH home made Candies ever,
day at Lathrop's.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

OU See just exactly what you buy
he Hub. It's the best lighted
e in Grant county.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

FRESH Mixers, springers and
Feeding Bulls wanted by A. f. Lewis.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

N0lC.
The Doty company is o. X. in
every respect aud l can recommend
them to everyone. Their production
OF Faust is unexcened.
/. j. BROWN.
F. C. Muffley of Boscobel. mayor
and supervisor of that city, takes de-
light in ringing the courthouse bell
at every session OF the board. Its the
first time I've rung it since IL" he
exclaimed Tuesday.
Mr.. and Mrs. Vernon Vinney of
Hurricane gave their daughter, Myr-
tie, pleasant surprise party last Fri
day evening. About forty guests
were present. Delicate refreshments
were served and all enjoyed merry
time.
Lancaster Republicans held a
ratification Tuesday evening to cele-
brate the glorious victory recently
achieved by the grand old party. A
torchlight procession led by C. j.
Hyde and headed by the band encir-
cled the Court House square and
paraded the principal business thor
oughfares of the city. Magnificent
fireworks, dazzling lights of varied
colors, the mounted rough riders"
and score of appropriate banners
attracted more than passing note.
The streets were literally packed
with people who participated and
applauded all along the line AMI
withal it was most betting demons
tration over remarkable achiev-
ment.
Henry Filback of Cobb met with
a severe accident Sunday night. He,
with some other young people. was
spending the evening at a farm house
near Montfort. AT the time for leav-
ing, Mr.. Filback started for the barn
to help hitch the horses. While run
ming across the lawn he struck a Wire
clothes-line which happened to be at
the level of his mouth. As he rebounded
the wire caught in notch in the upper
jaw, caused by the absence of back
tooth, and tore the entire mass in front
of this space, from his mouth, includ-
ING the teeth, roots, flesh and upper
jaw bone and the middle of his front
teeth. He was taken to the nearest
ply stefan, who, after examining the
conditions referred the man to Dr..
Cunningham of this city. He was
brought here, arriving about two a.
M, after a drive of % miles of much
pain and suffering. DR.. Cunningham
assisted by DIR. Knapp worked with
him until they got the mass Of teeth
and jaw replaced and held in position
by plate cementing together all the
teeth Of his upper jaw. At present
writing the patient is in the hospital
and doing nicely. Witness.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

'OR fine Chocolates and Bon Bons
10 Lathrop's.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

F. c. Muffley of Boscobel. mayor
and supervisor Of that city, takes de-
light in ringing the courthouse bell
at every session OF the board. Its the
first time I've rung it since ~" he
exclaimed Tuesday.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

GOOD PRICES will be paid by A
E. Lewis for fresh mixers, springers
and feeding bulls.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

B. F. Eisenbise has new lad"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-11-15

The rink is the principal attrac-
these evenings.
-Wisconsin's population is 2,06S,-
a gain of $50, 0S3 in ten years.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1900-05-17
Tall "Bike" Story.

Somebody should make collection
of cycling yarns. They would certain.
" outvie the very finest Of fishing sto-
ries. The latest 1 have heard recounts
how a wheelman was riding in the
neigkborhood Of Worcester after dark.
when a brawny constable stopped him
and demanded to know why he was
riding without light. Not a mo-
ment's pause elapsed before the cy.
clist framed his excuse:,
"See that bicycle?" he said, pointing
on ahead to the glimmer Of a light in
the road. "Well. that machine is my
better half: it is part of the ma
chine. you understand. L was, riding
tandem. when the parts became un-
glued; my wife rode ahead, not know
ing what had happened: when l re-
covered my senses she. was. out of
shouting distance"
The constable was. is is said,. still
gaspiEg when the cyclist had got up to
twelve miles an hour.-London Sketch