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Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
UNCLE JOSH sPRUCEBY.'

Following at the Jacques, on Thurs day, Friday and Saturday, will be given Dave B. LcWi~'S big production of Uncle Josh Spruceby." The play is a story of New England life. and while written for laughing purposes. has serious vein running through it. A number of sppcialties are intro duced and special scenery is used to show off the wonderful scenic effects. The realistic sawmill scene is a strill- ing Illustration of stagecraft. The band and orchestra accompanying the company is composed of high-clasS musicians. \ grand street parade iS given at noon.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11

Should he take the chances and shout in the hope of catching the young girls attention? If he whistled, NIur- dock would answer himself, and the last chance would be lost. But would she hear a shout? And, if she did, would not her father prevent her from render Ing any assistance? Yet what other chance was there? Poor Sprague was dying; perhaps already dead. There was no time to lose.
 He stood for awhile irresolute, and had just made up his mind to risk all on bold move, when suddenly Mur- docks voice became more distinct, as if he were passing near the mouth-piece of the speaking-tube at the other end.
 q shall be back directly"
 He was going then. Agnes, if it were she, would remain alone for at least an instant; and in that instant lay possible salvation.
 The reporter strained every nerve Do catch some other word. None came. But presently he heard a door close. Murdocl1 had left the room. Now or never was the chance to act. With all his might he blew repeated ly into the tube.
 "Well?'
 The question. came in the sweet tones of wona-'s voice.
 tTo be Continued)
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
BOOMING EVENT s.

Polls, December 13.-Odd Fellows Minstrel show.
 Turn hall, December Waterbury Social clubs sOciable.
 City hall, December 16-Grand sa- cred concert.
 Speedwell hall. December 1S-Broad- way Social clubs sociable.
 Carter's hall. Waterville. Dec S. American Pin. company's fire depart ment sociable and dance.
 Speedwell hall, December 21-Water- bury association football clubs dance.
 Armory, New Years eve, December 31-Company G's lance.
 Leavenworth hall, New Years eve. December 31-French Canadian Insti- ute annual ball.
 St Patrick's Lyceum hall, January 19 to February 4, 1901-Fair.
 Speedwell hall, January 19-Water- bury Button Co.'S dance.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
"A LIFE AND DEATH FIGHT.

MT W. A. Hines of Manchester. Ia., writing of his almost miraculous es- cape from death, says: Exposure as- ter measles induced serious lung trou- ble, which ended in consumption. had frequent hemorrages and coughed night and day. All my doctors said must soon die. Then I began to use pr Kings New Discovery for Con- sumption. which completely cured me. I would not be without it even if it cost $500 bottle. Hundreds have used it on my recommendatiot and all scv 1t never fails to cure Throat, Chest iar1d lung troubles" Regular size soc Ur3aI bottles free at c. L.. Dexter's S
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
CHAPTER XNIT,
FATHER AND DAUGHTER.

After Sprague had left her, Agnes, shaken by the conflicting emotions of she day, had gone to her room to rest and to prepare for the interview which she meant to have with her father on the subject of her lover and of Chatham.
 Having received word that Murdock would remain in his study during the rest of the afternoon, she had taken time to reflect upon what she meant to say, and how she meant to say it, Her visit was not prompted by the desire of a daughter to confide the great happiness of her life to the lov- ing sympathy of an affectionate par ent; but Agnes was punctilous in the performance of what she considered to be her duties, great and small, and she counted it among those duties to obtain, or at any rate to seek, the pa ternal sanction of her choice of a husband.
 Her knock at the door of Murdocll's study was answered in the chemists quiet voice:
 Come in"
 As she opened the door, Murdocl1 advanced to meet her. He seemed to come from the direction of the ex- tension.
 Miss Murdock sniffed the air.
 Isn't there a leak of gas?" she in- quired.
 "Yes," replied Murdocs; q have just stopped leak in the laboratory. Won't you take q chair, Agnes?"
 She felt his calm, searching glance ofl I. aration, she grew embarrassed, as was her wont, in her fathers pres ence.
 Did Mir. Chatham. wait to see you this afternoon?" she asked, after a momentary silence.
 Murdock observed her narrowly.
 "Yes; Chatham has been here to- day. I did not know that you had seen him."
 q could not help seeing him; for he forced his way into the parlor, i'll spite of all the servants could do to prevent him.
 An almost imperceptible furrow ap- peared between the chemists eyes.
 Has he been annoying you with his attentions?''
 The words were spoken in Mur- docks usual tones; but Agnes saw something in her fathers eyes and in the firm lines of his mouth which sent cold shiver down her spine, and caused her pity to go out to the ,un- fortunate young man who had offend ed her.
 Perhaps he is more to be pitied than blamed" she suggested, gently My interview with him was certain ly not pleasant; but I bear him no malice.''
 "Tell me about it, said Murdock, slowly.
 Agnes gave her version of the visit, in which, instinctively, she softened, as much as possible, the passion and brutality displayed by the account ant. Murdocls listened in silence until she had quite finished. Then Agnes noticed that his right hand was clenched upon the arm of his chair with force which caused the mus cles to stand out in hard knots. She looked up into his face in sudden sur prise.
 | His features gave no indication of what his feelings might be; and his voice, as usual, was steady and delib- crate.
 T am sorry all this should have happened, Agnes. As told you yes terday, I hoped to save'you from this mans importunities. It cannot be helped now. But I think I made it clear to the gentleman that his atten- l tions are as distasteful to me as they are to You.. A he seems to have told
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
tTo be ContiDued.)

If you want q team or hack, go to AuStin'S. Phone.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
"WE 'UNS OF TENNESSEE"

It is d very catchy story that is told in the production of the above title. and the performance iS an Interesting one from start to finish. Thr company presenting it iS also q very capable and each of the parts was cXvcllcntly handled. It is plays of this kind that appeal strongly to al theater gocrS, and last nights audience was greatly pleased The company will remain here for the next two days and will give matinees each day. Many per formances have been seen at higher prices that have rot equalled ThiS pro duction, and if you do not attend one of the next three performances you will miss a treat. The prices are pop ular, so that you can afford 10 see q splendid entertainment for q little money.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
MEETINGS TONIGHT.

Myrtle temple, R. s. Comstock lodge. k. of P. Evergreen court, O. of A. Court Wolf Tone, F. of A. Fraternity lodge, I. o. G. T. First church Womens club. Nosahogan lodge. I. O. O. F. Brass City lodge, G. [. O. o. F. Progressive council, o. |. A. NJ. Rainbow council. O. c. F. St Vincent de Paul.
 Companion Court Cecilia NJ. Quigley No 265. I. O. F.
 Court Oregon. F. of A. Pride of the Valley lodge, I. O. O. F.. M. U.
 Friendly league, physical culture dra-smaking.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11

As played for Three Months at the Herald Square Theater, New York. Sale of seats Monday, December 10.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
HE FOOLED THE sURGEONs

All doctors told Ren1ck Hamilton, of West Jefferson, O., after suffering IS months from Rectal Fistula, he would die unless a costly operation was per formed; but he cured himself with five boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve the surest Pile Cure on Eartt. and the best Salve in the World. 2o cents 2 box. Sold by G.. L. Dexter x Co, Druggists,
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
Body Found In a Canal.

SANDY HILL, N. Y., Dec n.-Yes- terday when the water was drawn from the canal the body of Michael K. Reyn- olds was found in the five combined locks. Reynolds disappeared Nov. 10. Coroner Pattee held an inquest and rem dered a verdict that death was due to accidental drowning. Reynolds was 46 years old and unmarried,
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
NELL GWY\NE.

Miss Alberta Gallatin as Neil Gwynne in Under the Restoration Saturday matinee and night at Polls.
Waterbury Democrat., 1900-12-11
Hit

Is what the NEW dances taught by Prof. Bailey are making with the pu- pills in the advanced class. Very pret- ty and graceful, so they say To new beginners we teach the Waltz and Step principallyein strictly begin ners' classes, and guarantee perfect success, especially if you have never taken lessons. Your oyerwise friends may say you can ''pick it up h. deed, very poor advice. Dancing is no more correctly acquired iii that way than music Terms S5 and SC.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
r1OnOna Lake Assembly.

lis Great auditorium FOR the Mon
ona Lake assembly is nearing COM
pletion and will be ready for the open
ing July II. The cost of the struc-
ture has been 81, 900 and it will be
one Of the best of its kind in the
country. The roof is trussed, leaving
clear open space 100 feet in diameter
Its seating capacity is between 5000
and 5000, all on one floor and every
person within easy hearing of the
speaker. The construction is such
that its sides can be thrown open in
fine Weather, and closed during
storms. 1t is an ideal building, unique
in arrangement, and will repay
one visit to Monona if for no other
purpose than to see it. The pro-
gram presented is good one.
Among the prominent names are
Governor bob" Taylor, of Tennessee;
Bishop McCabe, Rev. Sam P. Jones,
Rev. Robert Mcintyre, Prof. Moses
Colt Taylor, Bishop Chales B. Gallo
way, Miss Anna Shaw and others.
An interesting feature July 80 will
be political debate between Congress-
men Lands, of Indiana, and Clarke,
of Missouri. These gentlemen are
reekoned among the best speakers on
the floor OF congress and will no doubt
put up a lively debate. Eugene b,
Cushing, Chicago attorney, who has
| just returned from the scenes of war
in South Africa, gives an illustrated
| lecture on that country. He was
| present at several battles and secure
many views which he uses in his lee
ture with good effect. In the even
ing there will be an exhibition OF
liquid air, the greatest of recent
scientific discoveries, moving pictures,
readings, music by South African
boys, celebrated soloists and Clauder's
great band.
Altogetherthe program is most in
teresting and inviting one. James E.
Mosely. of Madison, is the secretary
and all inquiries should be addressed
| to him.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
BROKEN BRIC-A=BRAS

Mr.. Major, the famous cement man, of New
York, explains some very interesting facts
about Majors Cement.
The multitudes who use this standard arti-
Gle know that it is many hundred per cent
better than other dement's for which similar
know why. The simple reason is that Mr..
Major uses the best materials ever discovered
and other manufacturers do not use them, be-
cause they are too expensive and do not allow
large profits. Mr.. Major tells us that one of
the elements of his cement costs 1915 a pound,
and another 81 65 gallon, while large share
OF the so-called caments and liquid glue upon
the market is nothing more than Decent glue,
dissolved in water or citric acid, and, in some
cases, altered slightly In color and odor by the
addition of cheap and useless materials
Majors Cement retails at Is cents and 25
cents a bottle, and when dealer tries to sell
substitute you can depend upon it that his
only object is to make larger profit.
The profit on Majors Cement is as much as
any dealer ought to T: le on any cement. And
this is doubly true in view of the fact that each
dealer gets his share of the benefit of Mr.. Ma
jor's advertising, which now amounts TO over
s., 600 month, throughout the country. Es-
tabliShed in 1916.
Insist Oh having NJ, RS. Don't accept any
off-hand advice from druggist.
If you are at all haL4y land you will be like
ly to find that you ;rt a good deal more so
boots and family SHOES, and any other rubber
and leather articles, 18th Majors Rubber &C.
ment and Majors Lo" Their Cement.
And you will be SUI prised at how many dol
lars a year you will thus save.
IF your druggist can't supply you, it will be
forwarded by mail; either kind. Free of
postage.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
EULLS FIGHT IN FIRE.
Two FrenZied Animals Wa8ed q Bat
tie Royal Until Buried by
the Debris.

A bull fight, with a fatal ending,
that destroyed the barn and stables of
Leander J. Mccormick, at Lake For
est, H., the other day. The charred
carcasses of two bulls were found in
the ruins. The animals had died in a
death struggle, They were fighting
in the basement of the stable and
stopped only when the structure fell
in on them. The bulls were two that
Nh. Mccormick had imported recent
~ from Switzerland, and were of the
variety known as Broken Swiss. One
was docile, but the other was a saw
age beast
The animals were chained in the
stalls in the basement of the barn
when the fire was discovered. Great
efforts were made by the workmen
about the premises to save the two
bulls. When unclaimed, however,
both animals lowered their heads and
beloved till they could be heard
above the roar of the fire. The ami
mails came together with crash.
Again and again they charged, as If
they realized it was a fight to the
death. They struggled with such fury
that both of them went to their
knees, yet neither had any advantage
that could be seen, says the ST. Louis
Globe-Democrat.
The floor above the battling bulls
was all ablaze, and the spectators
could see the skin on the backs of the
fighters smoke and crackle in the
heat, but the battle went on furiously.
Some of the farm hands, with long
poles, tried to sepaNte the maddened
beasts, but as they prodded them the
fury of the fight increased. The SUI
perstructure of the stable was totter-
ing, apd still the battle royal ragged.
The bulls were locked in a death
struggle when the building crashed in
on them and buried them in the ruins.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03

pos sessed of his power in attracting
men combines this quality Of trans
parent integrity it makes him a
power. The senators who worked
with Whitehead are his most earnest
champions; even those who collided
with him concede his merits. To
meet the man is to become an adj
mirer and it is altogether likely that
when he opens headquarters at Mil
waukee the delegates from the north
ern and western parts Of the state
who have not yet clasped his hand
and heard him talk may come under
his influence to remarkable degree.
The hypnotic influence, in other
words, is not the exclusive posses
sion of Mr.. La Toilette"
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
CASTING DRAFTS ABROAD.
Easy Continental Banking Methods
Which Cause Americans Com
siderable Surprise.

The continental banking methods are
a great surprise to Americans, said a
resident of New Orleans who has just
returned from a trip abroad, reports
the Iimes-Democrat, of that city.
When [ was in Paris last month l met
a friend one day who had an English
draft for s. 100 on one Of the largest
banks in the city, and wanted to get
the money. He had nobody to identify
him, but said, half jokingly, that he
was going to try for it anyhow, and
we went to the place together.
We were shown upstairs to a large
eptton-room, set aside especially for
customers, and presently messenger
came in and took the draft. About q
dozen other people were also waiting
In the room, and after delay Of about
ten minutes, well-dressed young gen.
tleman came to the door and bawled
out In loud voice: "Mr. John SMITH"
My friend (call him John Smith for
short) got up and was handed bun
die Of bank notes. No questions were
asked, and for all the bank people
knew, he might have been Mr.. Paul
Kruger, of Pretoria, or Mr.. Brigham
Fl. Roberts, of Utah.
was astonished, and In going out
took occasion to ask the well-dressed
young gentleman whether the bank
wasn't taking desperate chances in that
catch as-catch-can fashion. "And
why?" he inquired, opening his eyes.
I tried to explain. and he shrugged his
shoulders. "We have never had any
losses" he said.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
CHEAP RATES

Via the Chicago, Milwaukee & St.
Paul railway Will be made for the
following meetings and conventions.
For further information enquire at
the ticket Office:
Third Annual Carnival at Milwau-
kee, June 26 to 20.
Prohibition National and State
Conveb tions at Chicago, June 20, 27
and %.
National Democratic Convention
at Kansas City, Mo-, July 4.
Annual meeting Of the National
Educational association, Charleston,
S. c., July 7 to Is.
Annual conven lion Young Peoples
Christian union, Denver, COL, July
25 to 80.
Biennial conclave Knights OF
Pythias, Detroit, Mich, August 81
to September /.
National conventions of the Chris
tian church, Kansas City, Mo-, in
October.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03

to the operation, and now be is not
only grateful to Dr.. Walter but
thanks the wife and daughter for
their persistence in his behalf
Mr.. Goeldner Will tell you about it
and also what the occulist in Mil
waukee told him about operation
since 1T was done, if you will call on
him.
ALBERT MENK, well-known and re-
spected IN WatertOWn was a sufferer oil
headaches caused by the Stl ain of Cross
eyes and for years had not known what
lt was to be without pains in the head,
his eye was so badly crossed that all
that was visible was the white of the
eye. He, like a good MANY Others. was
a Sceptic OF having any optr per
formed, fearing, as be had h4 told.
that he would lose The et- eu.ilelv,
Mir. MEEK consulted d.: Walter, and
finally decided 10 spite Of people who
knew nothing about it, 10 have the CD
GRAFTON performed. And TO day he not
only is free from pains in the head but
his sight is greatly improved, and to
use his own words, Il can now look at
things right and have my sight fully re
stored, Dr.. Walters did wonders for
me-"
Watch this paper, it will have a SEN
sation from party whose address is
WATERFOWL, and who was SO deaf that
they could not hear a sound and was
obliged to carry an ear trumpet. They
will tell IN that testimonial that they
can hear watch tick three feet from
their ear.
DR.. Walter makes a speciality
OF the Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat
and Chest, and will give those
who wish to consult him a free
examination on Monday and
Tuesday, July 9 and 10, owing
to the fact that some were dis
appointed in not seeing him on
Monday and Tuesday last. DR..
Walter tried to accommodate
all, but there were so many it
was impos sible.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03

The Madison JoatnaI furnishes
Che following interesting pen picture
OF one of the prominent Republican
candidates for governor:
GA feature of the political drift in
this section is the growing favor III
which State Senator John NJ. White
head, Of GAINESVILLE, is held. Mr.. La
Toilette is such vigorous and con-
fident man in his methods that, like
the boy who told his mate there
would be no core so Bob wouldn't
concede that there is TO be any sec
ond choice to Dane county's 81 dele
gates to the Milwaukee convention.
However, it is we'll known that some
of them are very friendly to White
head and have given some assur-
ances that they may be counted
upon. Whitehead is "a most attrac-
tive personality, great big mount
ain Of a man, with a smooth, moon
face, with a kindly twinkle in his eye,
out firmness being the besetting
quality. Whitehead takes life seri-
ously and is devoid of humor and at
times gives the impression of being
heavy. As speech maker at ban
quets when there is nothing in par
ticular to be said, he may disap-
point; but when the GAINESVILLE sena-
tor gets woke up, as in a senate
debate, he has q cumbersome voice,
his face gets radiant and he gives one
the impression of being q good deal
of man. If he had Abe Lincoln 8
sparkle he would belong in Old Abe's
class. Thus far he has lived quiet
Life as a practicing lawyer and it is
only during his two terms in the sen
ate that he has been dealing with
public affairs. He will grow, how.
ever, and it is not at all impossi BILE
that very large future may open
before him. His strength is his in
tegrlty and the confidence that he
kindes in men that he deals in jus.
tice, fairness and right. There are
many little men who practice these
things. but when a man of White
heads ability in large affairs and
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
White Man Turned Yellow.

Great CONSERVATION was felt by
the friends of NJ. A. Hogarty, of Lex
ington, Ky, when they saw he was
turning yellow. His skin slowly
changed color. also bis eyes, and he
suffered terribly. His malady was
yellow iaundice. He was treated by
the best doctors, but without benefit.
Then he was advised to try Electric
Bitters, the wonderful stomach and
liver remedy, and he writes: CATER
taking two bottles [ was wholly
cured.n A trial proves its matchless
merit for all stomach, liver and kid
ney troubles. Only 50c. Sold by r.
IL. Brennecke, druggist.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
Is 1t Right for an Editor to Recon-
nNnd Patent MedicinaS2

mcnd Patent Medicines?
1t may be a question whether the
editor of newspaper has the right to
publicly recommend any of the various
proprietary medicines which flood the
market. yet as preventive of suffering
we feel it a duty to say good word for
Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diar-
rhoea Remedy. We have known and
used this medicine in our family for
twenty years and have always found
it reliable. In many cases dose of this
remedy would save hours of suffering
while physician is awaited We do
not believe in depending implicitly on
any medicine for cure, but we do be-
lieve that if a bottle of Cham berlain's
Diarrhoea Remedy were kept on hand
and administered at the inception of an
attack much suffering mi hit be avoided
and in many cases the presence of a
physician would not be required At
least this has been our experience DUR
ing the past twenty years. For sale by
G.. A Gamm
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03

The Republican convention at
Philadelphia is discussed in frank
and interesting way in "The Progress
~of the World" in The American
zNputhly Review of Reviews for July,
The harmony that marked the pro-
ceedings is especially pointed out, and
1t is said that ''the occasion, from
Beginning to end, was altogether a
model OF its kind The political
candidates and issues are caricatured
IN the usual amusing style IN the
cartoon department.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03
ADMITTING the truth for the most

ADMITTING the truth for the most
part of what Governor Sco6eld told
in his attack upon La Toilette, pub
dished Esst week, even the most ar
dent OF the governors supporters are
agreed that it had better have been
left unsaid. 1t was an act of indis-
erection and quite unbecoming in the
chief executive of the state. Appar-
,.,tty It has done La Toilette not the
slightest harm.
Watertown republican. [volume] (Watertown, Wis.) 1860-1906, 1900-07-03

ONE OF the aspirants for the Re
publican gubernatoria nomination,
Long Jones, of Waukesha, has an
Il unced his withdrawal from the
race. He was beaten in his home
county in the contest for delegates
by La Toilette, which convinced him
that he had no show whatever
Other Withdrawals may be looked
Cor shortly.