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The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

berries an ne never
aims to come till they're ready to put up.
He's got three sisters an two brothers
an >he puts up the fruit for the whole
family He began three years ago, ans
kept it up till he hasn't any choice. He
teaches school down in Iowa winters an
in summer makes preserves an jell1es an
pickles.
"It was three years this very June that
he was stayin with his sister, Mrs. Lewis.
dunno but what it was Mrs. Graves,
Though, for I min now that was the
summer Mrs. Lewis went east to try the
seashore. There wasn't nothln' the mat
ter with her, SO far as could see but too
little to do; but laziness S an ailment
that's puzzled the doctors ever since the
world began. Mr. Lewis an Mr.. Lane
we're both stayin' at the Graveses an
Mrs Graves was complainin because she
had to stan over the hot stove ar ruin
her temper an complexion to make jelp
for the family that grumbled at her loss
of temper an found fault with the color OF
her skin.
ttMr. Lanes a quick spoken man an he
never stopped to count ten fore he said,
said he: You go in an sit down. I'll
put up the fruit this summer
If the strawberries she was hulltn' had
refused to allow their caps to be taken of,
Mrs. Graves couldn't have been more
surprised. :, :. x 49,,
7'"SYes,. she snapped, for the syrup sne
had on oookin' wouldn't jell an there
aren't many things so irritatin'./' I can
see you do it. You know as much about
maxim jelly as I do about teachin'
school .. -
"'That may be- he says, calm as could
be, but I'll never learn younger, an
while there's home mag'zi an cook
books I can't go wrong
HE took the berries an inside Of tree
hours had transformed 'em into as line
jell an preserves as a body'd want to
eat. I don't know when I've seen Mrs.
Graves so put out. He didn't make any
| fuss, an she had a complaint ready every
time the clock licked. WHAT'S more, he
really seemed to enjoy It.
It's change he says to his broth
er-in-laws, when they laughed at him for
| doin' woman's work.
HE put up the pineapple an the rasp-
berries an the blackberries, an even
made pickles. Mrs. Lewis heard about
it, an sent word he was to do her pre-
servin' an picklin' an he did Now, it's
got to be habit with him an the family
expect it. There isn't one of his sister
| or sister -in-laws who think of putin up
so much as a glass Of curren' jell.
II helped him with the Strawberries
las week. That is, was ironin' while
he was in the kitchen, an he was handy
as woman. There's nothin' a man can't
do if he puts his min to it. He's like a
woman in that, seems if.''
A. J. Helper,
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

I'D you have any
teachers stayin' with
you this W g elk 2"
asked Miss Larson
as she hung her hat
behind the d 90 +.
"The N. e. A. IS
helped many a wo-.
man to catch up on
her grocery bills,
an there's been few
houses without Wis
1tors, so far as I
can hear.
"I've been real
pleased with tn e
ones I've seen, an
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12
SETTING HIM RIGHT.

Chicago News.
Husband (next morning)-I wish I had
never learned to play poker!'
Wife (sympathetically)-You doubtless mean
you wish you had learned to play poker,
don't you, dearf --5a... -. .
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

tween the Black Hills and the eastern
portion of the state. Rapid City hopes
to have the honor Of entertaining the next;
convention
Few of the clubs OF the state have un-.
dertaken much civic work, but they have
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12
THE DU BARRY FAN
The Tiny Feathered Affair H

The. Tiny Feathered Affair Has
Found Favor With Women. -'
All the big fans OF painted gauze, ostrich
plumes and spangled muslin can now go away
back and lie down in some obscure corner of
the shops, for a new, exceedingly tiny fan,
made of feathers, has come into all their glory
and popularity. This gay usurper is called
in Paris, whence it very naturally emanates,
the Du Barry; by the frivolous debutantes it
is considered cunning" and is privately
known as the Irritation fan" . ."<i~+ /
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12
Hiss. CLARA ID. coz
DEADwOoD PRESIDENT.

clubs and, considering the unnatural di-3
vision Of tie state into two territories
without direct commun unica ton. the inter
est of the, organize ton has been well de-
Ee1oped. It is sthes expectatt ion that the
annual conventions will aItsrnata be-
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

The South Dakota Federation of
WomentG Clubs was organized in 1909 and
has held three meetings. the last Of which,
was in Sioux Falls in June. Atthat time
this following officers were elected for the
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

Watertowr; auditor, Miss Clara Hughey,
Huron; correspondent western division,
Mrs. Robertson, Deadwood; correspondent
eastern division, Mrs. Mary Forbes Lane,
Miller.
The federation Includes about thirty
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

year: President. Miss Clara d. Coe,
Deadwood; vice president, Mrs. r. l..
Mariette, Gettysburg; recording secretary,
Mrs. Annie Lumley, Pierre; correspond
ing secretary, Mrs. w. T. Coad, Rapid,
City; treasurer Mrs. Anna TarbelI,
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

made an intelligent study ssofs their local
conditions and several have arrived at
the point where they are desirous and
ready to work for others. The only gen
eral work planned by the state federation
vet 10 in behalf Of libraries. Work in aid
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

of a travelling library system was recon-
mended by the retiring president. Mrs.
Winona Axteu Lyon, and the new presi-
dent is very Jealous in this work. The,
federation hopes to start at least one
model library in the fall.
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

: r. THOMAS LANES
come home" Miss
Larson announced
his arrival with a
'beaming face. "He's
a little late this year
but so are the straw
,zt l..
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

S@s TWO CHARMING SUMMER GOWNS. III
Attractive indeed the two dresses shown above.
The with the short sleeves is Of white batiste with
lace three rufes the skirt
trimmed with Irish lace, and the bodice is
respond The other model is Of pale blue linen
II rnedallions OF yellow lace. 80 ..-... -'.'
The Minneapolis journal., 1902-07-12

,N A STUNNING YACHTING DRESS.
This pretty costume is made of white
linen and trimmed in fancy braid and
macaroons in a very novel and artistic.
! manner. 1t shows many new features,
among them being the low neck and wide
cape effect. both of which are very pop
ular. ..
Evening star., 1902-03-20

where the nominations are political. Is %
become more and more matter Of form.
and there can be no security for any great
length of time that such examinations ~ifi
be effective, when there h strong political
pressure behind the candidates to get them
in. There il only one adequate means. as
it seems to me. to keep the examinations
up to an ehhcfent standard, ana that Is 70
provide that they shall be competitive.
when that iu done the political pressure =
removed and the temptation to break the
Evening star., 1902-03-20
ceived by Father Hannah. assisted b

ceived by Father Hannah. assisted by
Father Marks. Nearly all the residents OF
the little village. including the pastors Of
the Baptist and Methodist churches. called
and there were many guests from the city.
Father Hannah was presented with a purse
Of 800 by Mr.. John Butler, who read q
touching letter by the members Of the con.
gregation, to which Father Hannah re-
sponded In a feeling and graceful manner.
Father Hannah Is the third pastor OF St.
Anthony's. and the most successful during
its ten years existence. He assumed
charge in 1898. and during this time has
erected a handsome rectery. improved the
church and the grounds. and decreased the
debt on church property more than s., 600.
Evening star., 1902-03-20
BADE PASTOR FAREWELL.
Reception rendered Rev. Eugene Han
nan by st. Anthony's Church.

A farewell reception was rendered the
Rev. Eugene A. Hannah, retiring pastor OF
st. Anthony's Church. Brookland. at the
parsonage Of the church last evening. The
affair. which was a surprise to the popular
young pastor. was arranged by commit
tee. composed Of Mrs. Crook, Mrs. Brown,
Mrs. Burke and Miss Nellie Garrity.
: From to 10 O'Clock the visitors were re-
Evening star., 1902-03-20

rules and get the favorite in no matter
what his qualifications may be, Is largely
eliminated. II Is. therefore. to the competi-
tive system. the same system which has SO
greatly improved other branches OF the
service. that We shall have to look for tha
permanent betterment OF the coasuiar serv-
Ice"
Evening star., 1902-03-20

Last summer he undertook the establish
ment Of new parsh-St Martin's-in the
northeast section, and he has been eminsnt-
ly successful.
Father Hannah will soon assume charge
OF the parish Of st. Martins, BloominRf1ale
Evening star., 1902-03-20
Hearing to BE Granted.

The District Commissioners will grant q
hearing to Mr.. Blair Lee to discuss the
questions raised by the latter In his let
ter to 6enAtor, McAnlan relative to the ex-
tensions OF 18th and 14th streets north.
west. The date has not yet been hxed.
Evening star., 1902-03-20

tant and when the men were cut Of sight
and far away Public attention Is generally
directed to the question with the recurrence
Of the quadrennial debauch when a new
party comes into power and about three
fourths of the consus in Office are turned
out to make way for new and inexperienced
men. the political retainers of the other
side AS the committee on foreign relations
says in the report of 1896: TO consider the
offices merely as sources from which these
partisan officeholders may derive four years
of maintenance Is as absurd as it would be
to construct navy to defend the country
and to intrust it's command to landsmen
without experience. for whom we might de-
sire to provide living and comfortable
quarters
Evening star., 1902-03-20

II you want work read the want columns
Of The Star. -.
Evening star., 1902-03-20
Gimghanm Aprons.

One lot Of Children's Gingham Aprons;
high neck, long sleeves. small -
and large check. wide hens. ZAlC.
Regular 39c value. Special. -. q oSe
Evening star., 1902-03-20
Small Effort to Get Good Men.

"On the other hand. many Of the very
| ablest reports made on the foreign markets
are made by American consuls. These men,
however. appear to have got there almost
as much by accident as design. for there
has been no system leading to their Sc
| elction.
THE consular service has been totally
| overlooked in legislation. which was per-
haps natural enough when it was unimpor-
Evening star., 1902-03-20
The Political Examination.


There have been. indeed. few feeble
attempts to remedy this system. An act
was passed in 1856 providing for % con-
sular pupils. In 1864. Ii consular clerks.
permanent officials were substituted for
these; and although the salary Of clerk
was lower than that of consul, no clerk was
willing to become consul, subject to early
dismissal. In 1866 Secretary Seward pro-
yided for pass examinations. and one ex-
animation was actually held. In which
there were candidates, Z OF whom passed: ::
but that was the end Of It. President john
son, probably the most genuine spokesman
who ever occupied the executive chair. ap-
pointed consuls for his political purposes.
with little regard to their qualifications. In
1872 other examinations were proVaeo'
candidates had to study Kent's commentar-
les and the consular regulations. but II
was not long until these examinations, too,
fell into disuse.
Lessons From Recent Appointments.
.In 1898 President Cleveland. after he
had made pretty clean sweep OF the con-
sular service under the administration OF
Josiah Quincy provided for a rather strict
series Of examinations. including general
education, knowledge Of languages. busi-
ness training and experience. an account
Of the country to which the consul was to
be sent. the exequatur. the functions OF
consul and his duties. treaties. consular
re gulations and other subjects. An exami-
nation board was organized. and at first
the examinations were very strict. About
SO per cent Of the men nominated were
dropped.
"But In 1897. when the republicans came
into power again. there was strong pres
sure for Office. and the clean sweep OF foar
years before was substantially repeated.
The examinations did not stand In the way.
or all the paen who applied there was one
man. believe, VINO was rejected. and an
other who had to take smaller consulate
than he applied for.
'sThe tendency Of pass examinations.
Evening star., 1902-03-20
ST COrsets,
Tomorrow

The New Straight-front Corsets-warran
not to rust. Not disappointing remnan
all sizes are here. Soc instead OF 81.
morrow only.
Evening star., 1902-03-20
CSC Strips, ,
Tomorrow

Embroidery Strips. each containing Al
yards. A bargain at $50. because some o
these Embroideries are worth up to 25c pc
yard.
Evening star., 1902-03-20

Sateen Skirts.
\ manufacturers surplus stock of Sateen
Skirts. in colored and black. in 20 different
styles: accordion pleated rufles. with rose
quilting at bottom: Others Van Dyke. small
ruffles above pleating; others with six
pinkad ruiIies I'm green, @~
sSa ssy' s,.ss snk skirts Gzs'oss sarh s'as as SOC
to 81. so. Special. ..........
Evening star., 1902-03-20
New JeWelry, 1Oc.

Chatelaine and Neck Brooches. enameled
and gold plated. with jewel settings; Waist
Sets with turquoise settings. Turquoise
Waist Pins Gold plated and Enameled Cuff
Buttons. Amethyst Ribbon Brooches. Hat
Pins with birthstone settings, Cniyersity
and Fancy Pins LOrgnette and Neck Chains
Turquoise Rhinestone and Opal Earrings
1Oc.
Evening star., 1902-03-20
5ODoZen ST Kid Gloves. 4Qc,

Women's Two-clasp Kid Gloves. in tans,
grays, mode, castor. OxblOod red brown
black and white: in all sizes from 6h to
~. with self and embroidered backs. at
sSc pair These gloves are not mended,
neither are they shOp-worn stock or passe
styles, but consist Of the newest ideas ana
are fully worth Loo Q pair.
Evening star., 1902-03-20

The Palais Royals Famous 75c Night
Gowns Skirts Corset Covers. Drawers and
Chemises Not remnants-all sizes In all
styles. 66c for tomorrow only.
Evening star., 1902-03-20
INC. for "Americam
y Beauty" Roses.

Stylish Gibson Waists, mad
ford wash cloth; straps
shoulder. with small but
tons; collar and soft tie;
bishop sleeves, with the
new cuff. Others sell 1t
for $l.50. Our special
price.
Evening star., 1902-03-20

Ladies' Combination Pocket Books
Purses, in plain and fancy feathers.
table with belts-near 1lth street entr
29c for choice
Evening star., 1902-03-20
l5c. Embdys., 9Hc.

1ac. Embroidery Edges and Insertion. 0Iac
yard. Swiss Lawn. Cambria and NainsOok
Embroidery Edges. with ribbon beading and
open blend and point applique work very
choice assortment of all new Embroideries,
In narrow and good widths-9lac. yard.
Evening star., 1902-03-20

much. but 1t brings these Handkerchiefs to
you at the wholesale quotation. 10c tomor-
row only
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1902-10-09

Contracts have been let for the con-
struction of the grade Of the proposed
extension to Lewistown of the Montana
railway and the steel required for the
road has been engaged.
One of the most enjoyable social
events that has been pulled off in
Forsyth for some time took place at
the American hotel Friday evening
when number of the local dance
goers engaged in the terpsichorean art
for several hours.
The first meeting of the democratic
county executive committee, which was
selected at the county convention, took
place Monday. T. J. Thompson was
elected chairman and Lauran f.
Smith secretary. Plans for the cam
paign were outlined and other i'm
portant matters were arranged.
Harold Til1eson, government black
smith at the Lame Deer agency, was
in town the fore part of this week at
tending to business matters. He re-
ports the range on the reserve in good
condition while that adjoining it is not
in SO favorable form and many of the
stockmen have been compelled to remove
their herds elsewhere for the winter.
Miss Gail Laughlin, who has been
speaking in different towns and cities
throughout the state in behalf of the
woman suffrage movement, will give
lecture at the court house Wednesday
evening, Oct. %. In speaking of this
gifted orator the Butte Miner says:
"Miss Laughlin is both charming and
eloquent and has a way of winning
men to her way of thinking that is
remarkable.
Monday the citizens of Glendive voted
to incorporate the town by vote of 90
for to Is against incorporation. The
vo!e was very light, judging from the
number that signed the petition in
favor of Incorporation. Glendive will
now assume city airs and the results
will soon be noticeable in permanent
improvements that always come with
a well-managed city.
County superintendent who desire
their salaries for the last month of the
fiscal year should see to it that their
annual reports are in the hands of the
state supintendent on the first of Nov
ember, or at the earliest date possible
thereafter, for the reason that under
not allowed to pay the salary until the
Superintendent presents to the COM
missoners the receipt of the state sup
erintendent for the report.
If present conditions are any indica-
ton, Forsyth consumers will feel the
effects of the coal trust and the existing
strike in Pennsylvania. For some
time the town has been experiencing
a famine and how long it will continue
is only matter of conjecture. Local
dealers have been doing their utmost
to procure the black diamond, but their
efforts have been futile, apparently.
The agent here for Red Lodge coal has
been informed that an advance of $1.25
a ton has been made at the mines, and
doubtless others will follow suit.
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1902-10-09

Pabst beer can be had at the Amer
lean Hotel. BY the case of pints or
quarts. Place an order today. \
If person pursues several distinct
operations, al. of which are subject to
a license, he must take out as many
separate licenses according to ruling
made by Attorney General Donovan
recently.
News has been received of the death
last week at Spokane of Thomas J.
Graham, who formerly lived in eastern
Montana and was we'll known, espec-
tally to all of the old settlers. He was
one of the pioneer cattlemen of what is
now Rosebud county, for many years
having had d ranch on the Rosebud,
which is now owned by Hopkins q
Mcdonald. Mr.. Graham was promi-
nent in the public affairs of his county
and served as commissioner on one of
the early boards Of Custer county.
Advancing age and it's attendant phys
ica1 infirmities compelled him to retire
from business several years ago and
after disposing of all his interests he
removed to the city where he died. Mr..
Graham was II years of age and is
survived by wife and two adult chill
dren.
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1902-10-09
..AleXander'S Hall . .

The ladies of the Episcopal church
will give Halloween party in Alex
ander's hall. An excellent program
will be rendered and refreshments
served. An admission of Is cents will
be charged. Everybody welcome.
Andrew Burleigh, attorney-at-law,
at one time receiver of the Northern
Pacific road and we'll known among
the old timers in this part of the state,
has, according to the papers, filed
petition in bankruptcy in New York.
His Liabilities amount to $500. Isl As;
assets, $2+,925. OF the total liabilities,
$40, 142 are secured chiefly by property
in Monte Cristo, Washington, and
mining stocks.
AT the general election to be held on
November there will be over 700 can
didates seeking the support of Montana
voters. OF this number over one half
will be disappointed. The list of Off
ces to be filled includes one congress-
man, one associate justice of the SUI
preme court, II state senator's, - rep
resentatives, two district judges, county
officers IN each of the 20 counties of the
state and township officers too numer-
Gus to mention. Excluding the latter,
there are about 800 offices to be filled,
for many of which there will be from
two to four nominees in the field.
Rosebud County news. [volume] (Forsyth, Mont.) 1901-1906, 1902-10-09

Robt. Forney and family are the re-
cipients of much sympathy as the
result of the death of their infant babe,
which occurred Friday night.
Robt. Darnall is the proudest demo-
crat in Forsyth this week as the result
of the arrival of bouncing baby boy
at the Darnall home Tuesday morning.
On and after Nov l, 1902, the For
syth Meat Market will go onto a
strictly cash basis. Patrons of that
establishment are requested not to ask
for credit after that date, and there
will be special favors to none.
Harry H. Fletcher & Co. have in
stalled in their store one of the fastest
improved and most attractive National
cash registers ever received into east
ern Montana. 1t consists of number
of drawers, one for each clerk, and is
proving quite an adjunct to thier bust
ness since they have gone into strictly
cash basis.
The numerous friends of County
Superintendent Gertrude Higgins will
be pleased to learn that the estmable
young lady is now on the road to re-
covery after an illness of several days.
Miss Higgins made trip a week or
so ago into the Tongue river country
on tour of inspection of the schools
and it was while performing her Off
cial duties that she was taken i'll.
For the first time in a general cleo
ton, since the passage of the act elm
mating the circle from the official bal
lot, Montana voters will in November
be called upon to place the cross mark
opposite the name of each candidate
voted for. This is the only change of
moment made in the election law since
the last election, and it should be
borne in mind by the voter that the
circle is no longer permitted, otherwise
his vote may avail nothing.
Virginia City Madisonian: Word
was received in this city the first of the
week to the effect that Miss Flora
Davis, who is in Chicago taking the
X-ray treatment, is recovering quite
rapidly. She has SO far recovered that
she is now able to walk without much
difficulty. Her many friends in this
city and vicinity will be pleased on
learning this favorable report,
Monday, County Clerk Bailey turned
over to County Treasurer Longley the
tax books for 1902. The treasurer has
already sent out his annual reminders
which will make the Taxpayers heart
oh, SO glad (0 IT'S then said the tax
payer will figure out that there is some
error CONFERENCE.-The taxes cannot be
that much. and the "kix' will COM
mence. Sometimes the tax notices get
lost in the mails or otherwise go astray,
but failure to receive the customary
notice does not relieve the taxpayer of
his liability. Neither does the failure
of the treasurer to send the notice rem
der him liable IN any way. The send
ing of the postal tax notice is simply
a courtesy of the treasurer S office and
is not required by law. Consequently
if you fell to receive the notice. do not
be too sure that the assessor missed
YOU, but call and interview the treas
urer. Taxes will become delinquent
on November 30th, at O'Clock p. M,
and ten per cent penalty will be added
to all taxes then remaining unpaid,
and other charges also will be added.
1t would, no doubt, please the treasure
for all who will, to ''come early and
avoid the rush.