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Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
SOME PICTURES OF CURRENT INTEREST.

possible with the Krag -Jorgensen rifle;
and that, III fact, 1000 of these weap-
ons have been issued by the ordnance
bureau to the Kentucky and Kear-
sarge. with 5000 rornds of ammuni-
ton. Only two years ago the Win
chester Repeating Arms company
made and delivered to the government
10000 Lee straignt-pull rifles, which,
after critical tests, had been adopted
as the model small arms for the naval
service. In substituting the Krag-Jor-
gensen for the Lee one advantage will
be gained, at least. and that is uni
formity of ammunition, the army cart
ridge and the navy cartridge being
interchangeable.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
needed a Hair-Cnt.

Short sight is not tolerated in COM
mon soldier. but sometimes it is neees-
sary to tolerate it in an officer. Fur
thermore, there are many short-sighted
ilcers who are unwilling 10 wear
g asses. Such one was a certain
4ptain in the British army of whom
story is told in an English paper
During a kit inspection mop had
been left propped with the head up
permost against a spare bed cot. The
short-sighted captain entered and
glanced at the mop Then he snapped
his fingers. "Color-sergeant!" he ex-
claimed. Yes. sir" said the sergeant,
salusing. See that that man has his
hair cnt Immediately said the cap
tain. pointing at the mop.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

The Southern Pacific Company and
its connections operate the best first
and second-class service to California.
Arizona, Texas and Mexico. Through
Pullman Palace Sleepers and Tourist
Sleepers from all principal eastern
points. Personally conducted Tourist
Excursions from Cincinnati. Louisville,
st. Louis, Chicago, st. Paul, Mime
apolis, Des Moines, Omaha, Kansas
City, etc. For particulars and descrip-
tive literature write w. G.. Neimyer,
Genl Western Agent, 238 Clark ST..
Chicago; w. H. Conner, Cont Agent
Chamber Commerce Bldg, Cincinnati.
Ohio. or w. ). Berg. TRAY. Pass Agt.,
go Ellicott So Buffalo. N. Y.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
5000. 900 MILES OF WAR.
In Seven Parts OF Africa European Ma
tions Are Fighting.

In Seven Parts of Africa European Ma
tions Are Fighting.
In seven distinct sections OF the
African continent, in all measuring
over 1000 900 square miles, war is at
present being waged against the saw
age tribes or settlers by the civilized
nations of Europe. England is con-
cerned in three of the campaigns.
France in three and Germany in one,
while in one corner of Northwestern
Africa the Moors are battling against
the border tribesmen along the bound
airy of Algiers. The bitterest struggle
being waged is that between England
and the Beers. England's other
troubles are in the Nile valley and the
Uganda region. In the former Gen.
Kitchener has to deal with the
khalifas forces, who have withdrawn
to the Businesses of the Soudan, and
Major Macdonald is waging the third
British campaign in the Uganda, where
the victory is practically won. The
campaigns France has engaged upon
are modest ones. The first is the For
eau-Lamy expedition, which was sent
from Algiers more than a year ago to
march to the southern border of the
Soudan, and there fight the way
against the Tauregs. The second is
branch of the Foreau-Lamy expedition
in charge of Lieut.. Pallier, and was
directed against the tribesmen near
Lake Tchad. Stray Stories.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
KEPT THE WINE roo LONG.
When the Champagne Was Opened 1t
Was Not Fit to Drink

When the Champagne Was Opened 1t
Was Not Fit to Drink.
There is such a thing as wine
being too old" said member of the
board of trade to New Orleans
Times-Democrat reporter. i had that
illustrated at my house the other day
under rather interesting circumstances.
Back in 1S4S Gen. John NJ. Lewis, who
was then sheriff and afterward mayor
of New Orleans, gave my uncle bas-
ket of four-year-old champagne. My
uncle afterward moved north, taking
that and other wines with him, and
on his death, in the early COS, the
basket was still intact. The cham
payne remained in the family cellar
untouched and only last month my
cousin, now in New York, broke the
lot and sent me down four bottles.
was naturally curious to know how
the old wine would look and taste and
a few days ago. on the occasion or
little anniversary at our home, ! open
ed one of the bottles. had consid-
cradle difficulty in removing the cork
without breaking it. but it finally gave
way. There was not a vestige of pop
and the wine ran out perfectly dead
and limpid. 1t was pale amber.in col
or and had faint, pleasant bouquet,
but the imprisoned gas that had once
given it life and sparkle was gone for
ever. 1t was interesting as a relic,
but not fit to drink. and some friends
who are connoisseurs said that it had
evidently been deteriorating since
1870
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Ready Answer.

Everything possible, of course, is
named for Admiral Dewey in these
days. There are Dewey" hats,
Dewey" shoes, collars, neckties ar
ticles of furniture, cigars, and so forth,
to an endless extent, and even certain
dishes at restaurants are named in his
honor. A guest at lunch-counter on
the day the admiral landed at New
York observed Dewey cakes on the
bill of fare and called for some. Wait
err" he said, after he had tasted them,
ARE these your Dewey cakes?" Yes,
sir" They taste very much like the
General -- cakes | got here not
long ago" 'Oh, no, sir" replied the
waiter. They've got lots more ginger
in them"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

den gust of wind blew off his hat
With an exclamation he took down his
hat-box and hurled it after his hat
Then he sat down and smiled on his
fellow-passengers but did not speak.
The Germans roared with laughter,
and one of them exclaimed, you don't
expect your hat-box to bring back
your hat, do your" Il do" said the
Englishman. No name on the hat.
Full name and hotel address on the
box. They'll be found together, and
shall get both. Do you see now?"
Then the Germans subsidized. and said
they always had considered the En-
glish a great and practical nation.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
rev England TAa..

Inc New England woman had hoon
telling now much money she had made
during the summer in eggs. someone
expressed his surprise that she couId
do that sand have houseful Of sum-
mer boarders besides. How did Won,
manage" he said. That was easv
enough" she replied. 4 Just sent ali
those fresh eggs away and sold them j
35 cents a dozen and then went to the
store and brought lined eggs al 81
cents. The summer boarder doesn't
know the difference.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Deafness Cannot BE Cured

by local applications as they cannot reach the
diseased portion OF the car. There Is only one
way to cure deafness, and that is by consti-
tutional remedies Deafness is caused by an
infiamed condition of the mucus lining OF the
Eustachian Tube. When this tube is inhamed
you have a rumbling sound or imperfect hear
Ing. and when II is entirely closed deafness is
the result and unless the Inflammation can be
taken out and this tube restored TO its normal
condition, hearing will be destroyed forever;
nine cases out OF ten are caused by catarrh,
which is nothing but an infiamed condition Of
the mucus surfaces.
We will give One Hundred Dollars for any case
OF Deafness (caused by catarrh) that cannot
be cured by Halls Catarrh Cure. Send for
circulars, free.
Sold by Druggists. 75c.
Hall Family Pills are the best
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
THE VALLEY OF GOLD.

Here is the famous Umtali waterfall
in Rhodesia, which runs over some of
the richest gold-bearing rock in the
world A few years ago this particu-
lar part of South Africa was thought
to be nothing better than a barren will
derness. Now it is realized that when
once this country, which Rhodes and
his company first opened up, is prop
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

their ailments. Their venture, besides
affording them immense interest. is
very successful. They have gained
many prizes They are capable whips,
and drive miniature teams and tan
dems with great skill. Success in such
a scheme as this demands a love for
horses and knowledge of them, as we'll
as capital, energy and patience. In
this last-named commodity it is neces-
sary for a pony farmer to excel, since
miniature horses are exceedingly diff
cult to train.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

That a volunteer soldier may be a
harmless and useful member of society
was proved the other day by the sight
of man in the familiar blue uniform
and campaign hat who cheerfully
helped his wife to carry a big clothes
basket. He on one side OF the dainty
heap of linen appeared big and brave
and happy, and she on the other side
seemed business-like and entirely un-
conscious, though every one that
passed them smiled.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Advice of the Experienced Shoemaker.

AUVICo OF LI6 EAp6TIeHCbU oHOemakers
People would find less difficulty in
suiting themselves with Shoes" said
an experienced shoemaker, "if they
would stand up to have them fitted.
Nine persons out of ten require par
ticularly comfortable chair when they
are having shoes tried on, and it is
difficult to make them stand for few
minutes, even when the shoe is fitted.
Then when they begin to walk about
they are surprised that the shoes are
less comfortable than they were when
first fitted. The reason is simple. The
foot is smaller when one sits in a chair
than 1t is when one is walking about"
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
THE KHAKI UNIFORM.

The accompanying picture shows the
much talked-about khaki uniform, in
which both officers and men of the
British army in South Africa are
dressed during active service against
the Beers. This khaki uniform is a
dun. earth-colored stuff. with none OF
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
No EsPane.

Mr.. Pinkie no p. m.)-My dear, the
doctor says brisk walk before going
to bed will insure sleep to insomnia
sufferers like myself. Mrs. Pinkie-
Well, my dear, | will clear the room
so you can walk Please carry the
baby with you.-New York Weekly.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

The San Antonio and Arkansas Pass
Railway covers central and south
Texas. Good lands, reasonable prices,
mild and hcalthful climate. Address
Il. ]. MARTIN. Cenl Pass. Agt.,
San Antonio, Texas.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

A new instrument has been designed
by Mr.. Cowper-Coles of London for
readily locating the direction of sound
and for projecting sound long dis
tances. 1t consists of reflector
mounted on an arm which can be
readily turned on its center and de-
pressed or elevated by the operator.
When it is desired to ascertain the
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Use of the Zebra

From Sydney Town and Country
Journal: A little boy, writing a com
position on the zebra, was requested 70
describe the animal and to mention
what it is useful for. After deep re-
Election he wrote: The zebra is like
a horse, only striped. 1t is chiefly used
to illustrate the letter e."
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
THE CHRISTMAS ISSUE

OF the Lake Shore Book of Trains is
something entirely out of the ordinary
in the way of railroad literature and
will be of interest to ALL Copy will be
sent to any address on receipt of
cents In stamps. F. M. Byron, G. w.
A.. Chicago; A. j. Smith, G. p. A.,
Cleveland
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

New York Press: do not under
stand why there should be 50 sudden
a change in the navy small arm Re-
ports from Washington state that the
service will be equipped as soon as
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

M NHIUFNUIIHIV NNoNUIIoUNtVIIs
Whom did you marry, Billy"
"A Miss Jones of Philadelphia.
you always did like the name
Jones; you used to tag round after
a little snub-nosed Jones girl when
we went to school together"
Eyes; she's the girl l married. -
Detroit Free Press.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Don't you have a horror CT lending
books?"
mo; haven't any horror of lend
ing books, but have horror of not
getting them back again. Chicago
Record.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Round to Get Your Hat Back.

Recently, while travelling in first
class carriage in Germany, an English
man was observed to be constantly
putting his head out of the window.
The train was going fast, and sud-
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
4 snra s:-n.

"Those people next -eor are newly
married"
How do you know"
81 see the husband helping with
the housework. Ohio State Journal
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Mr.. Laurence Irving. the favorite
son of Sir Henry Irving. has found his
name a good deal before the public of
late because of his successful transIa-
ton and adaptation of N. Sardou's
.Robespierre The accompanying pic
ture shows Sardou. the shorter figure.
and the young English actor and au-
thor at the Chateau de Marty. Sardous
summer residence in France.
Even as an undergraduate of Oxford
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

ital of the little republic, was carefully
fortified and garrisoned for many
months before the actual outbreak of
hostilities. The accompanying illus
tration will give very good idea of
the Boer fort at Bloemfontein. spot
which. in view of recent events, has an
especial interest to all followers of the
present struggle between the Beers and
the British.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
N,ion for Women.
New

From the IN Telegraph Pony
farming is alluring occupation for
women who have a fancy for horse
fc-' ~ in Devonshire has for
years bought little Dartmoor ponies,
trained them and sold them for high
prices. Since polo became of such inn
portance she devoted her attention to
breeding ponies suitable for the game.
and has had great success. Ladies
Mary and Dorothy Hope devote their
attention to little Shetland ponies. and
have their farm at Edenbridge. Kent.
Both ladies have wonderful power
over little animals, and understand.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

FITS Permanently Cured No fits nervousness after
frst DAVIS use Of Or. Klines Great Nerve Restoter
Send for FREE $500 trial bottle and treatise
DIR. r. II. KLINE, Ltd, 93l Arch ST.. Phiadephiai "a
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

That the Beers have for months and
even for years been Anticipating some
final struggle with the British has
been well demonstrated by the thor
oughness of the preparations for war
which the government of the crafty
Dom Paul has been making for some
time past. The same might be said of
the doughty burghers of the Orange
Free State, for Bloemfontein, the cap
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Raynor-I hear there is new baby
next door to you. Shyne-You don't
hear It half as often as / do.-Chicago
Tribune.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
sad Ira ve.ty.

Jaggles-"Why We're you called an
amateur lynching party?' Waggles-
Because they lynched the right man y
Judge.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

The rule of love is usually more eff
fective than the rule of might.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

The large family always seems en-
viable until you see the shoe bill.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
PACIFIC FISHING INCIDENT.

Narrow Escape of a Small Boats Party
from Whales Mad Rush.
The theory that whales refuse to at
tack men unless they themselves are
assailed is exploded. A monster whale
not less than sixty feet in length made
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

cured A fter Repeated Failures With Others
| will inform addicted to Morphine, Laudanum,
Opium, Cocaine of never-failing, harmless, nome
cure. Mrs. NJ II. Baldwin. Box 1912. Chicago. III
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

When man is rich enough to af-
ford a luxury it ceases to be a luxury.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

The laughter of girls is, and ever
was, among the delightful sounds OF
earth.-De Quincey.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Every pleasure is possible cause
for subsequent pain.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
To CURr COLD IN ONE DAY,

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All
druggists refund the money If it fails to cure
e5c. L. w. Groves signature on each box.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Any man may make mistake, but
none but fool will continue it.
Cicero.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Laurence Irving showed great dra-
matte promise. and was always popu-
lar at those numerous amateur per-
formances which are given each year
for the delectation of the students OF
the old university on the isis Almost
his first professional hit was made in
the role of Svengali in Du Maurier's
..Trilby.' but since then he has been
doing excellent work in the English
provinces
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

We will forfeit 81 900 if any of our pub
lished testimonials are proven to be not
genuine. The PIso Co., Warren, Pa.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Browns Teething Cordial corrects dis
ordered bowels when babies are teething.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Aspiring beggary is wretchedness it
SELF
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

The jests of the rich are ever sue
cessful.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

rs the Oldest and best It will break cold quicker
than anything else. 1t is always reliable. Try it,
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Brain Contest Editor,
THE PENNY MAG JAIME,

THE PENNY MAGAZINE wants agents in every
city and town. 1t pays its agents big commissions
Is after ONE MILLION CIRCULATION. 1t al
ready circulates upward OF 10000 copies every
month
Getting THE PENNY MAGAZINE for 20
cents year Is better bargain than swapping
straw hat for a seaEkin coat on ChrIslmas eve.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

one is President Roca of the Argentine
Republic, and the other is President
Cuestas of Uruguay. do not seem in
any way to have suffered in health on
account of the troublous scenes around
them. They have been exes for sew
eral years.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

" For several years my health was
miserable. suffered the most dread
full pains, and was almost ON the verge
of insanity. / consulted one of the
best physicians in New York, and he
pronounced my disease a fibroid tumor,
advising an operation without delay,
saying that it was my only chance for
life. Other doctors prescribed strong
and violent medicine, and one said
was incurable, another told me my
only salvation was galvanic batteries,
which tried, but nothing relieved me.
One day friend called and begged me
to try Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable
Compound. began its use and took
several bottles. From the very first
bottle there was wonderful change
for the better. The tumor has disap-
peared entirely and my old spirits have
returned. heartily recommend your
medicine to all suffering women. -
Mrs. VAN CLEFT, 416 SAUNDERS AVE.
JERSEY CITY HEIGHTS. N. j.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11
Sick Women Advised to Seek
Advice Of Mrs. Pinkham.
LETTER TO MRS. PrNKHAM NO. e4,s63l

IhHtHEN 10 "NS' FHNNHHM NU' S4,uOJJ
II had Inflammation and falling
of the womb, and Inflammation of
ovaries, and was in great pain. took
medicine prescribed by physician,
but it did me no good. At last heard
of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com
pound, and after using it faithfully
am thankful to say lam well women.
/ would advise all suffering women to
seek advice of Mrs. Pinkham."-MRs.
G. 81. CHAPPELL, GRANT PARK, ILL.
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

When All Else Falls, Try Yi-Ki.
Cures Corns and Bunions without PAIN Never falls
Drug stores or mail l5c. YiKi Co.. Crawfordsvle Ind
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

Uneasy rests the head of a South
American president, for, as rule, the
most that is heard about such per-
sonages is that they have been either
deposed or shot. The two robust-look-
ing gentlemen shown in the accom-
panying illustration, however, although
Grant County herald. [volume] (Lancaster, Wis.) 1850-1968, 1900-01-11

the regulation tinsel and martial trap
pings OF We parade ground about it. 1t
has. hoy Ner. proved very serviceable
in active ". and has che further adj
vantage Improving a glaring target
for Boer Slnen.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1900-10-31

slight and the swelling of the jointz
may be scarcely noticeable. As In the
acute variety, various joints are affect
ed successfully. The disease may final.
ly become concentrated and remain
fixed in single Joint. In this disease
there Is but little disturbance of the
general health, insufficient, indeed, to
disturb the patients avocation. Yet
there are instances in which move.
ments of the affected part cause con.
siderable pain, and patients may be
even confined to the bed. After long
continuance of the disease the affected
joints may present irregular enlarge
ments and stiffenlngs, while the mus
cles of these limbs become small from
lack of use.
In many cases of acute rheumatism
the severity of the pain varies extreme
ly with the weather; so that such indi-
viduals are usually able to foretell, by u
few hours, the occurrence of cold and
moist weather There Is variety of
rheumatism, so called, In which the
pain Is felt chiefly along the leg bones,
'ut ohiuS, anu OCCURS tspetiuiiy AZ
night.
Treatment Of the most Import
ant features of treatment of chronic
rheumatism Is care In wearing flannel
next to the skin throughout the year
The administration of drugs Is by no
means certain to produce beneficial re
suits. Some cases are materially bene-
fiteed by the regular employment of the
hot air. or hot vapor bath, the Turkish
bath, etc. The fact Is, that the treat
ment of each case OF chronic rheuma-
tism Is largely an experiment which
can be successfully accomplished af-
ter considera BILE time has been spent in
trials of drugs and remedial measures.
Among the medicines which are most
frequently useful are the iodide OF
The following formula may be given;
lodide of potassium. =. Five drachms
Tincture OF guiac. c.......... Two ounces
Water ...................T Two ounces
Mix, and take teaspoonful four
times q day.
Other cases will be benefited by using
colchicum with the alkalis. An exam
pie Of such mixture is the following
Wine of colchicum root. ). One drachm
Bicarbonate of potassium. Three drachms
dochelle salts ..u........ Three drachms
Peppermint water. r....... -Four ounces
Take a tablespoonful three times a
day.