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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02
Where Women Rule.

In several villages of Finland the
woman has authority. for religious
sect exists there whose disciples are
forced to marry and to take vow to
submit to the wife in all things. The
women choose one of their number for
governing head. whose duty it is to
see that tho men behave themselves,
and to pun, =, item If they transgress.
Similar are the "Purlticants' of I.ibe-
ria, who also recognize the supremacy
of women,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

meeting W 1T h
Gov. Van SAINT, of
Minnesota. The
latter presented
the prince with an
oddraSs az wal.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

laying outof roads
marks the cmer-
gence of a nation
from barbarism,
and their improve
ment keeps pace
with its civilian
tion,' then indeed
Is this country not
yet far removed
from the darkness
of the savagea ages.
We have laid
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02
WANTBET TERROADS
Urgent Necessity for Improved
Country Highways.
MATTER OF ECONOMY.
Development Hindersd by Conditions of
the Roads Generally.

Though the First Expense May Seem
High, Cost of Maintenance Is Re-
duced So Greatly as to Make Them
Cheaper in Rcality-Thosc Who OPP
pose Road Construction Shown to
Stand In Their Own Light.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02
5! VS.
leg ,.E,,,41iiNN f1zEaI.

THE situation at the State institutions
is really serious" said Senator Hayward
Of Scott to a correspondent. THE trou-
BILE has arisen i'll this way: When the per
capita allowance for the inmates was al
lowed prices of provisions and other sup
plies We're far below what they are at the
present time. For instance, there is n
rise of 80 per cent in the bids for meats.
The per capita is insufficient, and unless
the Legislature takes some action it will
be necessary to cut down the bill of fare
or even to put the inmates of these in
situations on two meals day. ! believe,
and have suggested to John Cownie OF
the board of control, that the Legislature
should meet in joint convention, and that
members of the board should come be-
fore the Assembly and make full eXpla-
nation of the situation and answer such
questions as might be propounded and
suggest measures of relief In this way
the gravity of affairs would be appre-
ciated and remedial action be more speed
lily taken. The State is short of funds;
our committees on appropriations hardly
know which way to turn 10 stretch the
cash available over the demands which
re insistcnt and almost necessary. But
GIL III lawn VI ltttiuS tNtlS tiluS GlSe
suffer rather than that helpless children
Or mental incapables should feel the pinch
which must come if some relief is not
given"
1t is understood the committee on pub
lie buildings and grounds in the national
House of Representatives is getting af-
fairs in shape to report soon. The report
will perhaps interest larger numbe4 of
people In Iowa than any other measure
that may come up in the House at this
session. At the present time eight Iowa
towns and cities are earnestly looking
toward this committee of which Con-
gresham Conner is an active member, i'll
the hope of landing prize. The prizes
range all the way from $4,000 to ST.
100000; that is, these figures represent
the maximum and minimum of the de-
sires of the various towns. Des MDines
covets cool million for a new public
building. Atlantic will be content with
$4,000 appropriation. Following down
the lines comes Waterloo, Boone, Mar
shalltown, Centeryille, Iowa City and
Muscatine. Ottumwa and Council Bluffs
also desire appropriations for the pur-
chase of additional lands. Outside Of
Des Moincs and Atlantic the average
amount desired for new buildings Is
100000, making total of about mill.
ion and quarter dollars for Iowa. 1t
is not probable that all these claims will
be allowed.
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The monthly financial and population
statement of State institutions has been
issued by the State board OF control for
the month of February. The comparisons
in population for the last day of Febru.
arY this wear and the same date d year
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

spent on dirt roads becomes each year
Il total loss without materially improv-
ing their condition. They are the most
expensive roads which can be used.
while stone roads. If properly con-
structed and rightly cared for, are the
most satisfactory. cheapest and most
economical which can be built.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

The Sultan has issued an trade pro-
hibiting gambling in his dominions,
and ordering the prosecution of the les
sees Of those establishments where it
is carried on.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02
Hemp Used as Anaesthet;c,

A simple decoction of hemp was used
III China 100 years ago as an anaes-
thetic in surgical operations, according
to newly discovered Chinese manu-
script in Paris library.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02
GOV. S. r. VAN SAINT.

He Gained Notoriety by Shaping
Prince Henry on the Back.
One of the incidents of his tour Of
the United States which will not soon
be forgotten by Prince Henry was his
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

In summary. the road which best
suits the needs of the agriculturist,
must not cost too much, but must be
of the very best construction, so that
heavy hauling may be done over 1t
when the farmer would otherwise lie
idle because of the rnin-soaked fields.
All things considered, therefore, per-
haps the best road for the farmer is a
solid, well-built stone road, so narrow
as to conveniently permit of the pass
ing of but single wagon, but with a
firm, well-drained. earth road at each
side. Where traffic is not particularly
heavy, n single track answers all pur-
poses at much less cost for both con.
struction and maintenance.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

best results, should be surface-drained
The bed must be higher in the middle
than at either side. The average nee.
essary curve may be seen in the ac-
companying engraving showing cross
sections of the two systems. AT each
side Il shouldering of firm earth or
gravel should be made to hold the ma.
terial in place and extending to the
gutter ut the extreme edge. This gut
ter should be of depth sufficient to
easily carry off all the water which
may drain into 1t. Rolling comes next.
This must be continued until the earth
foundation is so compact that the ordi-
nary narrow-tired wheel will leave
very little trace. Broadcast upon this
prepared surface is then spread layer
of stones, the depth of which is meas
ured by means of cords stretched be-
tween grade stakes. If the broken
stones have been separated in regard
to size, the first layer is made up of
the largest. The roller is brought on
and the edges of the road are rolled
first, gradually working toward the
cen ar. This method keeps the stones
from spreading Mt the sides. The num-
Der of layers depends upon the thick.
ness of road desired. Usually, eight or
ten inches is thick enough for the heav.
lest traffic, divided into three layers.
The second and third layers should be
well sprinkled and binding material,
mdae of screenings from the crusher,
or good packing gravel, may be mixed
in, If desired. Dirt. sand or clay should
never be used. Enough water should
be used to wash all binding material
well into the crevices and leave enough
moisture to insure its setting.
This is all there is of the making of
the genuine macadam road. OF course.
proper attention must be given to its
drainage and water must not be
lowed to get under the road. 1t mas,
be necessary on this account to sub.
drain the road in particularly moist
localities. Just enough binding mate
rial-and no more-must be used to
evenly fill the crevices. On no account
should so much of this material be
used as to make the real broken stone
of the road n secondary Ingredient In
making the first macadam roads, this
binder was not used, the small particles
wearing from the broken stone being
| relied upon to fill the nterstices Lat
| terly, however, it has been demon
strated that the binder improves the
water-resisting qualities of the road.
| with its durability and elasticity The
best binder is the screenings from the
crusher. The next best is clean gravel.
The Telford Road.
| In making telford road, the surface
of the foundation is prepared in exactly
| the same way as is that of the macad-
am road. The first layer of stone, how
ever. is different. This is composed of
stone of five or eight inches in length
so laid as to form a sort Of pavement,
breaking joints rs much as possible. in
the manner of laying brick. All pro-
| jecting points are then broken off and
the crevices are filed with stone chips,
the whole structure being wedged and
consolidated into complete pavement.
Upon this. the small broken stones are
laid, exactly as in the macadam road.
If for the reason Of economy, 1t is not
desired that stone road be construct
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

II the United States were to be meas
ured, as whole. by the standard of the
distinguished writer who said, THE
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

1t is expected that Gov. Cummins will
announce his appointments for minor
Offices in few days, as he has practical.
ly completed the list. DIR. L. o. Koto Of
Forest City is booked for State veterina,
rian to succeed Gibson; Tim McCurly of
Blackhawk County will be named as GUS
todian to succeed McGarraugh, and it is
probable that Bingham, an engineer OF
the Great Western, will be made labor
commissioner. although strong indorse-
ments have recently piled up for Arthur
Holder for this place. The oil inspectors
will be named soon, and among those
likely to be appointed is w. j. Scott OF
Ida Grove, who is strongly indorsed.
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There has lately been received for the
State historical collection. 1000 pound.
of mammals mounted by the Smithsonian
Institution, and secured as gift for the
State historical building through the eff
forts of Speaker Henderson. There Is
also included in this collection which i.
presented to the State large number
of plans of Indian houses and other rel
les of value.
The House committee on insurance has
voted TO recommend Tor passage the Mer.
riam bill for the creation of Il depart.
ment of insurance separate from the of.
flee of the auditor of State, who has s,l.
perintended insurance business in Iowa.
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The State executive council has direct
ed the Attorney General to bring suit
against former State Binder Lafayette
Young to recover $4,000 alleged by ex.
perts to have been overcharged during
the last two years of his six-year term.
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A petition containing 1000 names was
forwarded to the Legislature from Dav.
export, in opposition to the passage of a
compulsory education law.
The Iowa House has so far passed
about eighty-fve bills and the Senate
about seventy. About thirty have passed
both houses.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

Germany Imports Apples.
Germany has imported as much as
$10,O00,O0 worth of apples In one year,
and $2,500,o 900 worth Of pears
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

The monthly financial and population
statement of State institutions has been
issued by the State board OF control for
the month of February. The comparisons
in population for the last day of Febru.
airy this year and the same date year
ago show the usual increase in insane
and decrease in convicts. The compare
tive populations for Feb. %, 1901 and
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

A petition containing 1000 names was
forwarded to the Legislature from Dav.
enport in opposition to the passage of a
compulsory education law.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1902-04-02

The Iowa House has so far passed
about eighty-fve bills and the Senate
about seventy. About thirty have passed
both houses.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
Keen This in Mind.

Nearly every one has read til Rev.
Irl r. Hicks, Almanac. His prognosti-
cations come always close to the bulls
eye. Here is prediction for this month:
March heavy rain. wind and thunder
storms will visit the southern and center
states not far from March 2, 3 and 4, and
that great sleet and snow storms amount
ing to violent billiards. will touch the
country northward at the same time.
But If bright, warm placid weather
should exist at this time he admonishes
his readers of probable violence and d; n
ger on the 9th and 10th. From the 10th
to the 10Th look out for more trouble;
the 10TH and 2oth unsettled an stormy;
also 23d to 24th. Upon the whole, March
will be stormy. with cold, billiards and
much precipitation.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

Tillman's statement that 1t
would be unsafe for the president
to 20 to the Charleston exposition
is an insult to his state. There is
an abundance of evidence at hand
to show that South Carolina re-.
pudiates the action of her pugilistic
senator. Again if conditions as
Tillman represents knowledge Of it
would hardly deter Roosevelt from
making the proposed visit. The
hero Of San Juan hill is not in the
habit of retreating because it is un-
safe to advance. The visit to
Charleston will be made. The
rational loyal people of the state
will insist upon it. 1t is the one
thing to do to show that the citi.
Gems repudiate Tillmanism.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

No attempt has ever been made to get
together any congress representing the
highest intelligences of the various ma
tons Of the world. The nears st approach
to this was the Peace Conference at The
Hague. The failure of that body was
caused by the fact that it was selected to
represent political and pers onal interests.
1t will be interesting to note the results
which must come from the first Worlds
Congress in which all nations shall be
represented by men of the higest in
tegrity and intellectual caliber. The
difficulties in effecting such gathering
are almost insurmountable, but The
Cosmopolitan Magazine is making the
effort with a full recognition of the end
less obstacles to be overcome. In the
March number, The Cosmopolitan plan
is briay outlined. Its agents in Europe
and elsewhere are carefully maturing
lists of the ablest men of each country
considered with reference-First. To
their sincerity. Eecond. Their earnest
ness. Third. Clear thinking, that is,
ability to see the truth. Fourth. Broad
experience in affairs.
These name are five times as great in
number as the candidates to be event.
ually selected. Upon these the opinions
Of leading men in other countries will be
secured, SO that the final selection will
represent a consensus of opinion by the
leading men of the world of thought.
The Cosmopolitan is also endeavoring to
to secure by contribution fund of a
quarter of a million dollars to provide
for the expenses Of the 6rst Worlds
Congress.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
Sheriffs Visit Penitentiary.

Yesterday Sheriff DAILY Of this county
aud Sheriff Kroutinger Of Nez, Perez
county. with Nightwatchman Ho~ry and
J. NJ. Wright paid visit to the peni.
Tertiary. The sheriffs were most cordial
ly received by Warden Arney. and were
shown through the different buildings.
Sheriff Daily SAYS they found every.
thing in FIRST class condition. They in
spected the food provided for the prison.
ers and pronounced it Of excellent
quality. The pack of bloodhounds,
seven in number. were also visited.
Sheriff Daily says the Idaho penitentiary
is one Of the best conducted institutions
Of the kind in the United States.-Boise
Capital news.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

Frank c. Aderews, vice presi-
dent of the Detroit bank, is an.
other Napoleon of finance. He
borrowed over 81 600. 900 from the
bank without consent of the bank.
Now the bank is in the hands OF
the receiver and Andrews is in the
hands of the police.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

WANTED: - Situation by refined
widow with one child as house kes per
for widower or elderly couple. Address
Mrs. l.. Henderson. Dayton. Wash.
WANrED-To RENr.-The 81 of NWH
of Sec. 81 and 81 Of Mex Sec. 81 in TIP.
IS NJ, K. S w. B. NJ; also, the MEX Of
Sec. "a in TIP. IS NJ, r. s w. B. NJ; to
be broken out aud farmed to barley, at
\ of crop rental in lessons sacks in field.
Will furnish fencing material, to be
hauled by tenant, he to repair fences and
construct new fences where necessary to
enclose land without charge for labor;
all ti'lable land to be plowed. for which
we will pay so per acre. Fl 90 per acre
when blowing completed and soc per
acre when seeded for crop. Will rent
each quarter separately, or both to the
same party. Address. with references,
WASHINGTON LOAN & TRUST Co.
Seattle, Wash.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
Wanted no FrilIs.

Have you got what they call tabledy
hote dinners at this eatin' house!" asked
the man in the bear skin overcoat.
"No, sir"
Stepping to the door he beconed to
somebody on the outside.
"Come in, Mandy" he said, "they ca,
in English here."-Chicago Tribune.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
EsrRAY NOTICE.

Willow, Idaho, January 8, 1902.
Estray came into my pasture about 2 q
miles west of Willowa p. o. on south
side of Clearwater, one buckskin horse
about IL years old, weight about 600
pounds. right ear split, branded "R" on
left shoulder. RoB'T HAYTER.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
If you want your lots plowed and har-
rowed in good shape call on ]. SHARRAH.

WANTED - SEVERAL PERSONS
of character and good reputation in each
state lone in this county required) to
represent and advertise old established
wealthy business house of solid financial
standing. Salary $IS.oo weekly with ex-
penses additional, all payable in cash
Wednesday direct from head Offices.
Horse and carriage furnished, when
necessary. References. Enclose self
addressed stamped envelop. Manager,
3I6 Caxton Building, Chicago.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

Fur life or accident insurance apply to
Captain Shattner. special agent of the
Aetna of Hartford, Conn, the strongest
company in the world. Temporary Office
at the Prescription Drug Store.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

Eggs are still 80 cents dozen.
II the hen does not soon come OF
her perch Easter might as we'll be
declared off.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
THE WINTER ROUTE TO THE EAST

w llN NV ~ 49, AsSASsA
The g.eatest percentage Of Pacific
Coast travel passes through Salt Lake
City by way Of the Rio Crande Lines.
The fall aud winter climate in Utah and
Colorado is ideal; the sun lit days being
as proverbial in winter ~ in summer.
This fact, together with the magnificent
scenery and the splendid train service
tend to make the Rio Grand lines via
Denver and Salt Lake, the most popular
route IN the country. Three fast trains
daily between all points in West and the
East. Close connection at Ogden with
trains of Southern Pacific aud Oregon
Short Line. Pullman Palace and Ordin.
airy Sleepers without change to Denver,
Omaha, Kansas City, St. Louis and Chi
cago. Perfect Dining Car service. Per
sonally conducted excursions. For time
tables, rates and descriptive matter in
quire Of ]. d. Mansfield, General Agent,
i7A Third ST., Portland; or Geo. w.
Heintz, Asst. General Passenger Agent,
Salt Lake City.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

When a man does something for
which he is ashamed he generally
confesses it by trying to keep 1t
out of the newspapers.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
Engineer
and Architect
Suite 10 Adams Block
deviation, Idaho

Land aud engineering surveys made
anywhere. Fine mapping and draught-
ing. Plans, specifications and estimates
for buildings and engi neering structures.
Construction superintendent.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
THOMAS MULLEN,
Atf0rnl,I Mt Inn,

attorney at LGU.
Legal business Of all kinds given
prompt attention. Lewiston National
Bank building, next door to U. s.
Lana Offics
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

Subscribe for the Teller.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
San Francisco. 1886 Lewiston, 1895
Ernest Mccullough

City Engineer and Building Inspector Of
Lewiston; late Consulting Engineer TO
Merchants Association of San Francisco
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06

Probate matters aud settlement 0f
estates carefully attended tn. Office In
Adams Block.
The Lewiston teller. (Lewiston, Idaho) 1900-1905, 1902-03-06
l.. F. INMAN, NJ. D.,
homeopathic Physician

surgeon ana SPect&:tst.
Chronic and nervous diseases Of both
women aud men. Electricity used In
all Of it's forms "a medicine. Office
two doors east Of the Bee Hive. Con-
-ultatiOn free.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-12-05
Modern Surgery.

Your modern surgeon of note Is
Sterile" man. The operating room, al
most Theoretically sealed and at a tenn
perature of 100 degrees or thereabout,
is purified daily by means of hose
throwing a solution of bichloride OF
mercury over ceiling, walls and floors.
The surgeon arrives in an anteroom in
his civilians garb. He is required to be
clean shaven, like monk. says the
New York Press. His clothes are re-
moved. Two attendants in the steriliz-
ing room hand him a white duck gown
reaching from collar to heel and cowl
of the same material which covers
tightly every part of his head except
eyes, nose and mouth. The sleeves of
the gown reach to his elbows. He in
cases his hands in the thinnest, finest
sterilized rubber gloves. These gar
ments are handed to him in sterilized
tongs. There has been no human con-
tact. Thus equipped he is prepared to
saw and slice.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-12-05
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AustraIiass Stony Desert

The great stony desert of north Aus
tralia was discovered by Captain Sturt,
an Australian explorer, in 1945-46. 1t
is north of the river Darling and is
about 300 miles long and 100 broad,
consisting of sandy dunes or ridges.
It's want of trees except along the
creeks, gives the country sterile ap-
pearance These ridges were probably
formed by the joint effect of winds and
a gradually retiring sea. a.
According to Captain Sturt these
waters were gradually lost by evapora-
ton or carried to some undiscovered
sea The only vegetation, growing scan
tily, are prickly acacias in full bloom,
all of stunted growth. Water is scarce
except in the creeks which are shelter
ed, and this is generally brackish.
Few travellers care to traverse this in
hospitable desert.
The Wisconsin tobacco reporter. (Edgerton, Wis.) 1877-1950, 1902-12-05
Christmas In Jerusalem.

Christmas is held in greatest rever-
ence by the Christians of the east, and
nowhere is it's observance more solemn
and imposing than In Bethlehem, the
picturesque old town where Christ was
born. On Christmas eve the devout of
Jerusalem gather together and flock
out of the city and march to the
Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem.
the oldest monument of Christian ar
chitecture in the world There mass is
celebrated. while armed Turkish SOL
diers stand on guard beside the altar
and around the brilliant star, where
Christ is supposed to have lain in the
manger and which CLEANS up from the
pavement. the most conspicuous object
In the grotto. - st. Louis Globe-Dem0-
crat.