Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-11-05
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Largely Attended by Earlest, Patriotic Leaders
Who are Strong In the White Ribbon Band.

was held at Westby Oct. 20 and 21.
Every union except Hillsboro was rep
resented by the full number of dele
gates The Viroqua Union which had
easy access and the Springville union
which never let's distance or inconyeni-
ence interfere, sent an unusually large
representation. The convention opened
ON Monday afternoon with sacred SER
vice. followed by program of interest
to everyone present Several selections
of vocal snd instrumental music. reci-
tation, AMI general discussion of wo-
mans duty at the coming election in
cluded the main work of the afternoon.
Miss Lois Russell, our state organizer.
appeared upon the scene, during the
discussion. Not only her presence, but
also her valuable suggestions were ap-
preciated bv all.
In the evening crowded house was
entertained by an elaborate program.
Rev. Buffers Of Viroqua. offered an in
spring prayer, which brought new
courage to every temperance worker.
Hon. A. II. Dahl, in behalf of the city
| of Westby, gave an address of welcome
In his accustomed genial manner With
a just pride he recounted all the modern
improvements in his little city; then
with one stroke brought home to every
heart the beautiful fact that not dollar
for these improvements had come from
license money; a majority vote had open
ed no door of sin and ruin to every
mothers erring son. For many years
Wsstby has refused to barter in the ruin
| of human souls.
The principal number on the program
was an address by Miss Russell of Eau
| Claire. In convincing, fluent manner
she emphasized the old and brought ont
new temperance gospel Miss Russell
carries with her an inspiration and a
blessing wherever she goes. Several
numbers of well selected music and an
1mpersonation by Mrs. Dunlap of West
Salem, enriched the program of the
evening. The impersonation bubbling
In humor and sobbing in pathos brought
home the query, why the difference
between church praying and home liv-
ingf The bard of old gave answer,
'Tis the evil In mems minds" When
at late hour the meeting closed the
cheerful moon had risen to brighten the
way of the home-goers.
On Tuesday morning the convention
reopened in due form, followed by re-
ports from different unions, county Of
Little as we thought we had accomplish
ed during the year, when the sheaves
were all gathered in and surveyed, we
were thankful we had done 80 well.
After the election Of officers and the dis
position of other miscellaneous business.
/ the convention adjourned for dinner
The afternoon was opened witt. singing
and prayer. Appointment OF depart
IN mt superintendents, paymen Of bills,
discui sion of plans for future ork took
up tn, time of brief session. A vote
of tbs nks to the West1y ladit for the
dial manner in which they ltertain-
ed us and to the retiring of GERS for
faithful service, vote Of thar ks and a
/ Chats quan salute. When the .st + otes
of God Be With You" had did away,
chorus of Ioodbys" were rapidly
retreating toward the south-bound train.
Following are the officers for the ensu-
ing year:
County President-Afs jackson silbaugh.
Viroqua.
Vice Presidsnt-Nrs. southw h. LaFarge.
Corresponding secretary-Mrs. Peter ofte-
Recording secretary-Mrs. DIR. schrainer.
Westby.
Treasurar-Mrs. Matilda Thsreson, westby.
supt. Evangelist Work-Mrs. Buffers, Virs-
qua.
Supt. Press WOrk-Mrs l., X. Gott Viroqua.
supt. l.. T. L.-Mrs. jackson Silbaugh, Vir-
oqua.
supt. Lumberman's Literature-Mrs Rob-
erts, La Fargo.
sppt Medal Oontest-Mrs. May Heron.
supt. Scientific Temperance Instruction
Mrs. Kate Harris springville.
Fred Morley is clerking at A. J.
Beats.
Miss Bessie Cobb is visiting at Chip
pewa Fails.
-Kellar, ias eminent hypnotist, OPP
era house Nov. 8, and 8.
Born to Mr.. an Mrs. Isaac Solberg,
81 pound girl, Sat rday morning.
FOUND, on the street. some table
linen. Apply to Mrs. Fred Davis.
Charley Thompsen celebrates the
arrival of 1G-pound b. -ber at his home
--Kellar, king of laugh makers
Thursday, Friday and Saturday of this
week.
Mrs. and Miss Gamble of Walworth
county, are in the city guests of their
relative, Mrs. John Gorsline.
Miss Myrtle Shanks is spending
months vacation at her home, after
teaching two months near Newton.
The city council has caused to be
placed on the flagstaff at the city water
tower, three 50-candle power lights.
If you want to sell your real estate,
list your property with the Western
Wisconsin Land and Loan Co. They
have all kinds Of customers, may be one
of them wants just what you have.
Mrs. Lena Erickson has purchased
Of Capt. II. Connor, the Suttle house
and lots in the second ward The sale
was brought about through the agency
of the Western Wisconsin Loan and
Land Co.
"A large crowd came TO the city from
the surrounding country to learn the
election returns. The Opera house was
crowded with people and the returns
from country, state and county were
read as receivef The telegraph and
telephone were used.
The quarterly conference of Spring
vile charge will be held Saturday after
noon at two o'clock at the NJ e. par
sonage. Viroqua. Rev. w Mayee Mar
tin will preach next Sunday at Liberty
| Pole in the morning, Brookvjlle in the
afternoon, and Springville in the even
ing.
We do not advertise fake, fire and
! bargain sales. Bargains at our store
are offered every day. Low prices and
| good quality are the first consi ierations.
TheIt we use the greatest care to fit the
feet. The best SHOES viii Civ but poor
satisfaction if the fit is bae Our styles