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The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1902-01-12
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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02

EDITOR CENSOR; The class of 1902,
West Point, graduated a young man
less than 90 years, standing sixth in Il
class of 54, Lawrence V. Frazier, Yer
non county boy whose home is fen
miles west from Viroqua, who had no
other advantages than an ungraded dis
trict school, where elementary algebra
and physical geography were the high
est branches taught Mr. Frazier COM
pleted the course 1T fourteen, qualified
himself for a certificate and taught
school two terms. Without papers q.
magazines, having access only to a few
text books, and the town circulating
library, he fitted himself for useful
life of honor. He studied hard, early
and late idled no time worked catch
ours. diligently studying, and while
many of his associates let idle hours go
by, Frazier worked in literature. geog-
raphy and mathematics, and now is re-
warded
The competitive examination for ad-
mission to West Point military academy
was held in Viroqua, in June 1898, Ap-
plicants came from the university, nor
NAL and high so5aols with high hopes
Of success. Frazier presented himself
| and in the examination led by many
points on all questions His travels had
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Another Pioneer and Old Settler Cone.

VIZ II. DeLap died at the home of
his daughter, Mrs Robert Mason, in the
town Of Webster on June %, Of paraly-
sis Mr. DeLap was born in the state
Of Illinois about 10 years ago. In 1S46
he emigrated with his parents TO Grant
county and three years later came to
this county and worked for George r.
TAYLOR on his farm near Liberty Pole
during the summer and the next winter
worked for him in the KickGpoo pinery.
Mr.. DsLap enlisted in Co, G. 18th Reg
Wis Vol In November, 1851, and served
three years in the war Of the rebellion.
He was faithful soldier End good citi-
zen. He leaves one daughter and many
friends to mourn his loss. His body
was taken to Romance and buried by
the side Of his wife, who died about 81
wears ago. VI. &. VI.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Commencement Exercises at Retreat.

On Wednesday evening June 25th.,
the Retreat and Red Mound schools held
Joint exercises at the Woodn an Hall,
Retreat. There were three members in
the class, Eugene Green, Pearl and
Sydney Truman
The hall was very tastily decorated in
the class colors, green and cardinal, on
Che rlatform was erected large arch
bearing the motto, "We'll find a way or
make one, The program. which con
sisted Of essays, recitations. instrument
al and vocal music, was well rendered
and the teachers, Misses Jessie Davis
and Ida Bates, deserved credit for their
results -, NJ.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02

If you want THE time of all times
to be had in Niroqua on the Fourth Just
drop in at @ H. Holbrooks bowery,
where to the best music, on finest floor
and in the shady nook you cad dance to
your hearts eontenb. The Blooming
dale orchestra will provide music. Place
on old Randall corner
Albert Kuehn was in town Tuesday.
He desired the CENSOR to publish the
fact that they are to have big picnic
celebration on his farm four miles south
of Genoa on the Fourth. The New AL
bon band will be present. A hot ball
game will be one Of the attractions. A
ball will be given in the large barn Just
completed by Mr. Kuehn. Everybody
invited to join in the celebration.
james Lytle. of Jefferson. spent
Sunday in the city, the gTest of his
brotherin-law August Smith, and hi j,
family who have been here for some
days. Mr. Lytle was Viroqua busi-
ness man for some years, but has not
been here for ten years. He is surprised
and gratified over the great improve
ments that have come 30 the town. Mr.
Lytle is about TO remove to Milwaukee
from jefferson,
-rhs marriage Of Carl p. Fortney Of
Liberty Pole, and Miss Rhoda Gander Of
Soldiers Grove was solemuize3 at the
home of the brides parents Sunday
last. Mr.. Fortney is one of Franklin's 3
best young men a merchant and farmer
at Liberty Pole The lady OF his choice
was teacher in the public schools OF
the county and has Q. tablished a record
for proficiency. She is sister Of Mrs
Earl Truesdale Of this city
Rev Jno II. Daniel tine Cornish
orator lectnred to a good audience in
the NJ. i. church at De Soto on Thurs.
day evening last. A usual dr Daniel
was equal to the occasion. f'e put the
subject before the people in a !ery inter
estb & way and his stories, that forcibly
/ illustrated his theme were well told.
They were mixed with fun and sorrow,
and each one left an impression on the
mind Rev. Daniel is certainly called
of God to engage in this work of TEN
/ perance reform. As lecturer his name
is gaining not only county but also n
state fame and he will yet find that hun.
! dreds Of churches will open their doors
4 to him. He Is scholar fine musician
and splendid soloist~in fact Mr.. Daniel
/ is an orator, and Stoddard circuit has
need TO be proud of their able pastor
1 Mr.. Daniel informs the writer that he is
i open to engagements TO speak on thu
subject of gospel temperance Write
/ him r.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02


The glorious Fourth-Friday.
DIR. Dake of Viola, was in the city.
Friday.
M. V. B. Richards and wife visited
at Sparta.
DIR. Suttle is somewhat under the
weather.
Landlord Denning has made large
additions to his barn.
A juvenile cornet band has been
organized at Hillsboro.
Lost, a small white pig Finder
please notify Isaac solberg-
Mrs Ole Fredrickson, of Westby,
soen' Monday with relatives insthis city.
- Mr.. and Mrs NJ. G. Ripley came
from Viola to meet old Viroqua friends.
Miss Nina Wade and Mrs Hendrick-
son of Chicago, are among Viroqua rel
atives
Mrs W. D Maeby passed through
the city from Violate La Crosse, to visit
her parents
Watch all the street speciaIties on
the Fourth. especially M. J. Flemmings 8
wire walking.
Mrs Jos Haughton ia receiving a
visit from her sister, Miss Cooley OF De-
eorah. Iowa,
Mr.. Milton Procunior, of Chicago,
il visiting with Mr.. A. o. Nustad and
other relatives
Mrs. N. l.. Sweet of Whitehall, who
spent some time with Geo. H. Clarke s
family. went TO La Crosse to be operated
on for cancer.
w. F. .Stricker was injured by the
breaking of a whlffietree, which struck
him on the neck. He was unconscious
| for a brier : me No serious results.
John Endicott and Will Morris have
! established a new dray line in this city.
At present they have but one team. but
another will be added as soon as their
trucks arrive
Have You seen Underwood q I'M
| derwoods' beautiful stereoscopic photo-
graphs If not, call mp phone No. 80
and arrange to see them before the
agent leaves the city.
William Smith and Sam Older have
the contract for building two houses for
FRANK A. Chase in the western addition
| 10 the CITY. Also house and barn for
Howard Smith. north of town.
ANYTHING and everything in bakery
| goods delicacies, ice cream, candies,
cigars etc, you can be we'll served at
| Nelson's bakery and restaurant in Opera
block on tiIe Fourth or any other time.
Carl Olson. the La Crosse funny
mali who will assist in making things
nun On the Fourth, arrived in town
| Monday TO commence ON his part. Ht
is a printer on the La Crosse Leader
Ladies Aid Society of the United
lutheran chuch will give lawn socia
at the residence Of Ole Helgeson. Thurs
dav JuIy 10th. Ice cream and cake
will be served. All cordially invited.
Mr.. Lavander Green, a longtime
resident of this county, died at the home
If bis brother George at Warrens, Jun'
"a. aged 81 years Mr.. Green was Z
soldier of the rebellion, serving in Go
ri of the 4Gth Wisconsin regiment.
DIR. Leroy Holmberg Of Westby
was ioiued in marriage 20 Miss Leiii
Tbonpson, at the residence Of the bride
mother in GaleeviIle. on June q Tn
newly welded are making tour OF tn
east They will soon return and TAX
mn their residence at Wsstby, wher
| DR.. Holmberg has established larg
practice
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Ylroaua Men Took SOME Honors.

The Le Crosse Gun Club held its third
annual clay pigeon tournament on Fri
day last. Between so and go marksmen
were present. Slx,members of the Viro.
qua club took part in the shoot. The
principal event of the day was n team
contest of FIVE men from each club. La
Crosse. Tomah, Yiroqua, Sparta and
West Salem teams We're the contestants.
Each man shot at % targets. La Crosse
won first with score of 107 out of a
possible les. ViroQua aud Tomah tied
for second, ealH team breaking l02 out
of possible 1876 Sparta came next with
50 and West Salem last with so. There
was program Of 150 shots for the en-
tire day, in which w Ii. Schultz sf
Tomah, won first place with score OF
124 out of a possible 140 Joseph Boehrer
of Viroqus took second with 1872, Roy
nolds of Tomah third with III, and l.
s. Griffin of Viroqug, fourth with il6
DIR r. w. Baldwin broke f02 out of 125
and at that time was In fifth position
but did not shoot the last 10 Schultz
was winner of the state trophy and
championship at Rhinelander about two
weeks ago The other members of the
Viroqua club did good work during the
day, Win Lindemann breaking ten
straight in one ten hid event, Ben Brown
and Ernest Kuehn breaking nine out of
ten in two or three events. The follow
ing is the score of the different clubs in
the team event;
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
HIcK PREDICTS BAD JULY.
If He Is Right Tobacco Growers viii Suffer Badly
Prepare for II.

Venus Disturbance il central on the
| 2nd, extending its influence hey s0nd the
middle of the month Tn effects of
| this Venus period will be very marked
| during the regular Vulcan storm period
| extending from the 4th to the 10th On
| Friday and Saturday, the 4tla and ath,
! Moon is at her extreme declinatian
north, in perigee AMI at New Moon.
| Theae facts, added TO other existing cans
es, foreshadow warm wave of great
intensity, low state OF barom"tric
pressure, high per centof; losrhnic
humidity, and some wicke tornis of
thunder. winds. rtia nd Tnose
most Interested should MAX. II prar'i-
cable provisions against des.5 ctivt bail
storms no this and other st'5 / periods
during the Venus distu,hI ;ssn Sh'ne
Of the most disastrous hail. Ftns uBt
ever visited the central sn 5 horth@' y
tern sections. occur duuue : scronpmic
comhinat on similar 10 tlS existing
through storm p-IioGs IL = first half
of July. Sueh visitatlon- ) d not be
unlocked for by any reader Z these fore-
casts. about Friday the A. 90 20 Monday
tue Eth Change TO quite cool for the
season may nqtu,pily he expected, on
the heels of these disturbances
The 10th dav of July Is not strictly
within the limits OF storm period, but
it Is the date on which the Moon cross
IS the celestial equator, and is covered
by the combined influences of he We
nus and NIercnFy periods Here the re-
setiolillry storms due about the nth to
18th, will most probably develop on and
touching the 10th Excessively warm
weather will exist prior to storm cul-
minatIous at this time
The 221d to cath inclusive will bring
reaction from high to lower barom
eter, the temperature will rise 10 higher
readings, aud storminess, with light
ming, threatening clouds and rain in
many localities. will be natural ali
reaching the eliminating stages on and
touching the oath
The last storm period for July will
culminate during the closing days Of
the month, low barometer, cloudiness
with probable rain and thunder storms
being in transit from west to east as Ju.
ly goes out
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
La TOILETTE CLEANS TIE BOARD.

The political battle in the republican
ranks of Wisconsin is over so far as tie
governorship is concerned. Governor
La Follette's friends have swept the
state like summer cyclone. Up to this
writing caucuses or conventions ave
been held in more than half Of the coun
| ties of the state with the result that
Governor La Toilette bas 469 delegat, $
To his credit, Whitehead aud the oppo-
sition eli. 1t is morally certain that
the administration To- IS will secure ut
least three-fourths of the remaining del
egates X elect. In what WAS supposed
to be strongholds of the bolters' league
Governor LaFollette's supporters won
signal victories In Milwaukee, under
the very nose of Boss Pfister, more than
one.third of the delegst ~ are for the re-
nomination of the governor Monroe
county, counted sure for the Milwaukee,
soisty, went five to one against the gang
La Crosse, another hot bed" for the
distribution of money, gave rebuke to
such methods 1t is the most stinging
rebuke to crooked and corrupt politics
ever administered in this state. Tie
honest republicans af Wisconsin are
fully alive to tine disreputable methods
Throughout Vernon county there was
no attemptI at opposition to the renom
ination of Governor La Toilette, except
in the Frst and Second wards Of Viroqua.
In tire first the opposition was led by two
or three aspiring politicians, and they
were cleaned out by more than two to
one. In the Second ard they attempt
ed to deceive the voters by labelling their
ticket. La Toilette delegates but the
deception did not work, and tine La Fol
lette delegates were elected SO to IL
The total vote in the city caucuses was
1879. Generally throughout the county
the primary meetings were lightly at
tended.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02

been no further than Viroqua, his obser-
vations limited to the surroundings of
an ungraded school, He was ordered
Fort Sheridan for further examination
and with a modesty becoming the young
man who had never before seen a garri-
son, never stood before an officer in
uniform he passed the second examina-
tion with credit. Fifty-six OF the class
of 1898 fell out, while Frazier stood
thirty-seven at he end of the first year,
eighth at second year, sixth at third
year, and held that position when he
graduated in the class of 1902 as adju-
tant, and assigned to the corps OF engi-
neers. In engineering he stood 5, gun
merry 4, law 2, Spanish /.
1t was his aim To accomplish some
thing in life and without opportunity
other than that in every country school
district, or any influence whatever, he
has succeeded admirably and his success
is a good lesson t. young men who let
idle hours go by aimlessly The coun.
try needs more of that influence of which
Frazier is an example industry. You
who are here in 1927 watch the army
register, and SEE where you find the
name; Lawrence V. Frazier, Springville
Wisconsin. Probably Brigadier Gener
al, e. S. A. EARL M. ROGERS
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Saloons Agsip.

In accordance with the win Of large
majority Of the voters OF Viroqua, az
expressed at tine poles last spring, sa-
loo were iuaugurated in vi oqua on
Tuesday, FIVE of them They are here
by the verdict of the majority. and the
CENSOR hopes they may be conducted
in the best possible manner. II was n
wise precaution Of Mayor Coifland to
eunmon the men who were given
license t. conduct saloons before the
council. on Monday night, have the
stringent ordinance and law read which
shall govern their business He told
them that the people and council ex-
peeted them 30 conform 30 the rules laid
down. II they did that, and he believed
they would, their business and reputa-
ti0ns would be protected
The FIVE saloons have been equipped
with the very best Of fixtures and they
are neat and inviting places The pro
urietors have paid literally. 81, co. each,
for the privilege of the traffic, and they
are entitled 10 protection Of the law and
patronage Of those who use intoxicants
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
ALL is READY FOR THE GREAT BIG TIME,
Bad wea her Only Can Prevent the Greatest ceIe-
bration In vireuua'S History

We are ON he Va Oi tue great Nation
al holi,ls lrequA has outdone her
self in ar, pRi,< Tor entertainment Of
the the,e % who will be guests of the
city. Order OF txeitises and parade
City Marshal
Band WhShipp TN and Rusk venues
Lhhf Marshal ana staff.
FIRST DIVISION
Cqpt SHb,uzh. Aide
an JeitcrSnu ~ ri&hl ON Washington
Grand Army, ES : $50. CiviI AMI Spanish
iia.tilusl, .scOhsia
sFCoNR ptvIStnN.
o. O uuuson. Aide. u o Mahonev, Asst
IN Fast 81 s,uih, Right on Jefferson
var, sneaker hhpian Ia afrl'Ges
CHy, Town and County Officials
Floats-~rhe Nations Coiumbia. States
Nlroqut', i'iHlppine tiroup
Jan Empire etc.
THIRD DIVISION
Marshall surpnson Aide
East NJ .Ur'h R,Ybtnn Jefferson
Modern woodmen, Mystic WORKERS,
Marahets. etc.
FOURTH DIVISION.
l. q. Roylr, AIDE
washinctcn 1t south, RIghtnn Jefferson
Great tttple, CONSOLIDATED Ringing and
Brnum iiHiiev'S Circus
Menag"ti', liipn ttome and Iungb SCENE
Free Cgocert. Trlbe az Rosky
FIrTH DIVISION
l. Adtingtnn Aide
Washington st nurth Right IN j Terson
Floral Parade Of Carriages, Pony
wagons. ttitizens In Carriages
The most iutrresiing aud nieaslnr parade
etcC witacSsfHi iu Nirouua
ROUTE
South on Rusk Avenueto South ST.. West to
Main. North 70 Decker. East 10 Rusk Avenue,
South ~ Terhnne. North Decker West to
Tahern q
Review of Procession by the Msyor.
IN TBE TABERNACLE
Prayer by Rev. Stemeu
Address Of Welcome by Mayor
Music by Band
Reading os Declaration OF Independence
by Mary Miller.
Music by Choir.
Grafton by Col Bryant
Music.
Benediction.
AFTERNOON.
Pc formance oa Main Street.
Old Settlers at tabernacle at 1880
Talented Artists from Chicago and La Crosse
Ocean Wave
Bowry Dance 1sii Morning.
EVENING,
The fireworks in the evening will illuminate
the heavens as never before seen since the
eruption OF Mount Pelee.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Old Settlers Meeting.

The old settlers Of Vernon and adjoin-
ing counties are requested TO meet at
tho NJ e camp grounds in the city of
Viroqua on the 4th day of July, at 80
p. m Let tine old settlers get together
once more and look into each others faces
and II cali some of the trials and hard
ships endured by the early settlers Of
this splendid coGnty. Everybody ls in
vited TO attend Come and see some of
the men and women who by their toll
and perseverance, entered and brought
into cultivation the rich soil of this mag
nifcent county. which is now occupied
by happy and prosperous peoQle. A
program has been prep, red consisting
Of speeches and papers relating to some
Of the scenes and incidents of pioneer
life r. s. MCMICHAEL,
Pres Old Settlers Association
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Saloon Licenses Appfovsd.

The couocil allowed $3.50 in claims at
the last meeting. The bonds Of L A.
Lar,on, Has Lange. Thomas Larson,
Torger Fortney and Jos. Pennell were
presented and approved and licenses
Issued Mayor Coffland was authorized
to appoint ten extra policemen for the
Fourth. He also appointed 70 act with
himself, the clerk and assessor on the
board of review, aldermen Boufheur,
Slack and Smith
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02

Agent Boyle tells the CENSOR that to
accommodate people who come from the
north to celebrate in Viroqua a special
train will leave Viroqua ut mid d-night OF
the Fourth, thus affording people an
opportunity to remain during the even
ing exercises and display OF fireworks.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
FranchIse Rijed

Officers of the La Crosse Viroqua cleo
tric road line & ed their proposed fran
chise with the city clerk. One of its pro-
yjsi ms is that if the company fails to,
complete the Foad within two years
their franchise Is forfeited,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
Por super1ntendsnt Of sehoOls

To republicans Of Vernon county: |
hereby announce myself as candidate
for superintendent Of schools of Vernon
county, at the republican convention at
viroqua this fall. for nominating county
officers. Yours truly
HiItahoro lime 2S HENRY T.TNJKE
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02

The Viroqua branch of the Chicago
Trading Stamp Association will be clos
ed July Is. Bring in your blue stamps
at once and get them redeemed at Dahfs
drug store
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-07-02
suoday School Work al Springvllle.

The Sunday school picnic Of the Meth
odist brethren passed off pleasantly last
Friday, though indications of rain in the
morning deferred many from attending
The table was filed with tempting
display of good things as one can imag-
inc, followed by plenty of ice-cream.' A
children's day program was listened to,
mostly by the little folks, who were
trained by Misses Mary Kendall and
Katie Reed. with Mrs. l. NJ Thompson
in charge of the music. Pastor Wither-
bee closed with his usual appreciation
of the childrens efforts
On Sunday, June 80 occurred the A.
G, joint Sunday school convention, en-
bracing Newton, Liberty and Spring
vile schools. We give synopsis Of the
entire work of the day, There were
three discussions as follows: Shall the
church control the Sunday schoolf" lead
by Florence Officer BEST methods In
primary work by Mrs. e Dake; Grad
ing school, Miss Mary Kendall. These
in the main were spirited and to the
point. The following papers We're read;
Our Sunday School .....,.,. Mary Kendall
Responsibility Of the superintendent
ID. u Allen, b. j. Hunter
Duties Of the Superintendent. Is. /. Hunter
How TO Teach the Youpg.".. Myra Shilling
How to Hold Young People IN Sunday School.
The Golden Moments OF Youth Jessie Waters
The Use OF Lesson Heips,..... Mrs. German
Training Of Young People In Sunday School.
Il. |. Hunter
What Obild May Expect OF his Teacher
Read by PastoFl Miss carrie Paddock,
La Valle Wis.
Miss Ruth Shilling contributed a fine
original poem, The Mission of Faith"
The exercises were interspersed by sew
eral good recitations by children and
young people, also a fitting one by Mrs.
+ Dake The musical numbers were
inspiring, one especially pleasing by
little Verno Farr of Newton. Elder
Snider Is TO be congratulated upon the
success of this new venture Another
Is anticipated for next June May the
good work continue. NJ. B.
BEATS ALL RECORDS.
We are in receipt of letter from Mr..
r. J. Toland, president of the Wi con-
sin Business University and numerous
other schools located in Wisconsin, Iowa
and Minnesota. in which he advises us
that the school year Just closed has been
the most prosperous in the history of
the Toland Universities For a number
Of years Mr. Toland has been advertising
| in the CENSOR, and each year his busi-
ness, not only from this vicinity but
throughout the entire Northwest has
increased, until today his schools have q
national reputation, not only on account
of their wonderful growth but also on
account of the uniform success of his
graduates in securing desirable posi-
, tions.
Mr. Toland has received from this
county liberal patronage and we have
yet to learn Of any of his graduates that
have not been eminently successful in
securing employment and in filling po-
sitions to the entire satisfaction Of their
employers, and we feel safe in saying
that to the uniform success Of his grad
uates is due the phenomenl success Of
Tolands Universities.