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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
ALITTLE SERMON.
CnMMnN nnNrarY


Did you ever think of it? What a
marvel is the trust we repose IN thosG
who work, even in the presence of temp
tation? The sturdy honesty of the great
body of people is marvellous thing.
We have repairs to make in the house
workmen wholly unknown to us do the
work. We do not watch them They
go about their business and we about
ours without thought of worry. We
trust them as matter of course. 1t is
not so in many civilized countries The
conventional matron is still pictured
with her bunch of keys to be turned
against the servants. But among us
petty thefts are almost as common, in
proportion, in the more well-to-do classes
as among hired service and workmen
When all is counted up, they are re-
markably few 1t is entirely possible
that the trade unions have something to
do with this. If not, they should Mem.
bership in any union should mean char
acter. But the great factor is, first, the
trust the public reposes in all Honesty
Is expected with as much certainty as
service 1t is taken for granted. folks
are not expected to steal, no matter how
hard pressed or needy. He who il "a
trusted cannot easily lower himself by
proving faithless. Another factor is the
general gonG living Of our people ard
the ever present hope of betterment
which would be ruined if character were
lost. The humblest laborer feels this,
though he may be unconscious of it.
Yet so long as human weaknesses of the
body and mind exist there will be some
who cannot be trusted The marvel ia
that there are so few Milwaukee Jour,
mol
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
SONG Biz Honl Deals

Within the past week local dealers
have made large transfers in wool of
last wear and two year-nld holdings w
N. Cofiiand purchased Eckhardt & Shan
mons Westhv. 50. 000 pounds. and por-
tion of NJ H Bekkedars old clip at the
same place, the two sales a0Rre0atinQ
30, 900 pounds Mr. Cofland IL engaged
in sorting and packing his Westbv pur.
chases for shipment direct to Philadel-
phia.
Mr. ClawsOB. representing ST. Louis
firm. purchased Eckhardts holdings at
La Fargo. Viole and Soldiers Grove, in
all upwards of 200, 900 pounds.
These sales are only portions of Eek.
hart's and Bekkedal's holdings at nu-
merous points, woods one and two years
old. It is generally believed that the
losses on these must be a considerable
amount because of the extrava giant
prices paid during those years, and the
inactive and low price of the present
markets
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21

eople having business with the Yer.
non County Land Company are cautioned
against mistaking it for any other agen-
'cy or pretended agency in this section.
The Vernon County Land Company IL
managed by Thos A Tolrud and o. L.
johnson, and is the only firm of real
estate agents and brokers that has con-
Quoted a successful business of that
character in this locality The fact
that they have sold over seventy thous-
and dollars worth Of real estate TO or
for Vernon county people during the
past eight months amply demonstrates
their ability to sell land.
See the Vernon County Land Com
pauy if you have anything in the line OF
real estate that you want TO sell If
you want to Duy read their ad II this
paper. or better still call and see them
at their Office over Towners store.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Imnortant 70 WOOL Growsrs.

An experienced handler and buyer Of
wool In a neighboring town gives some
good advice in the following. l desire
to urge upon growers Of wool in this vi
cinity the Importance of handling and
putting up wool for the market in good
condition Fleeces should be tied with
soft twine wool twine) with the flesh
side out, taking care to keep out tags,
etc. Under no circumstances should sis-
al or binding twine be used. as the small
particles Of this vegetable fibre damage
the WOO and manu- 9acturers frequently
refuse to buy wool tied with binding
twine. In order to obtain the full mar
ket value, the wool must be in good con-
1itiop
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Congregational Notes.

Mid-weet service on Thursday evening
at 1880, subject Next Sunday School
Lesson Acts 49, 30 30.
Union memorial service in the church
next Sunday morning and the pastor
will deliver the sermon Sunday q. g.
ming there will be a patriotic praise ser
vice. Chorus choir, city orchestra, vo-
cal solos and war songs will make
up the musical part Of the program and
Prof. Pearson will give an address on
The Importance of Teaching Patriot
;sIn in the Public Schools You are in
vited to participate in this service
J-no Is children's day. The Sunday
school is preparing a very attractive ser
vice for that day. The pastor will bap-
tie children at the morning service.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
REPUBLICAN STATE CONVENTION.

The republican state central commit
tee met at Madison on Tuesday and
made arrangements for cs ling the re-
publican convention for nomination of a
state ticket The date was named for
July 10Th. and Madison the place. For
some years the conventions have been
held at Milwaukee, but vigorous push
was inaugurated by the commercial in
terest of Madison and all expenses of the
convention guaranteed, The Milwau-
kee exposition building, the REGULAR
place where conventions are held, could
not be had for the dates desired.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
DIED TO SAVE HER BROTHER.
Six Year old Dresbach Cir Battled With Snake
and was Stung TO Death

La Crosse Chronicle of Friday: Yes
terday little six year old Grace Dickson
OF Dresbach, ATTEMPTED to save her little
three-year-old brother who had been
left in FER care, from a rattle snake.
Today, she lies cold ia death, the results
OF the deadly poison OF the reptiles fangs
which were buried in her neck when she
attacked it. The story is pathetic one
aud illustrates that heroiam is not al
ways rewarded Grace had been left at
the house and had wheeled the carriage
~ which repnsed her sleeping infant
brother onto the porch where she might
AHloy the fresh air and at th same time
care for her charge She stepped into
the house for moment aud returning
Was horrihed to sea a ratt,esnake cOiled
IN The hnggy ~ the sleeping child's feet.
Us head swayed tn and fro and its black
bead-like eyes fascinated her to the spot.
But child herself she did not think of
assistan e and without thought of dan
ger to herself she secured a broom and
attacked the snake She struck, and
missed and struck again and again, final
ly hitting it, just hard enough to throw
the reptile into rage. Seeing that her
efforts to kill it bv blows was ineffective
aud fearing that it might turn and sting
her brother she shoveled it onto the
straw end of the broom intending to
toss it into rhe yard. But iustead the
slippery body Of the reptile coiled about
the broom handle and wound its long
thin body about her, moment later 1T.
poisonous fangs were buried in her neck
The little heroine screamed in terror
and fell to the floor Her father and
mother heard her cries and ran to hel
assistance but it was too late The rep
tile was crawling off swiftly through thu
the grass as though conscious that
had taken q life. A physician was sum
moued Immediately but she died shor
time afterwards She barely regaine,
consciousness
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Don't XIII The Birds.

There are a great many Wisconsin
farmers who permit shooting of song
birds on their premises They could al
well afford to allow boys to come on
their farms and pull up their growing
crops. 1t is estimated that one meadow
lark is worth ton of hay to farms on
which it lives The birds not only pro-
tect growing crops, but the trees An
eminent naturalist says that without
birds in Mite years not tree would be
left upon the earth. The robin is noisy
chap and helps himself TO an occasional
cherry, but he pays a big price for every
one he takes. What could be more short
sighted than to permit these little fell
lows 10 be deatrOYed. --Ex.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Mrs. Phillin Rhodes il I'LL

-hEss ullli y IeiiUueS Is iIl.
N. c. Peterson was at Cashton for "A
day.
Buy your dress goods at the Big
Store
Mrs. C. NJ. Morrison visited al
Spring Green.
Special sale of petticoats at Tafs's
Big Store.
e. V. Wolfe has employment in a
Sparta barber shop, where he went yes
terday
Miss Susanna Fortney is here from
Soldiers Grove visiting numerous rela-
tives.
May 23rd to May 81st is the week
of the special petticoat sale at The Big
Store.
H. w Barkers Cough Catarrh Con
sumption Remedy is the genuine Moth
ing like it for coughs and colds A. j.
johnson 81 Co
-Doh't waste your money on worth
less limitations of Rocky Mountain Tea
Get the genuine made only by the Madl-
son NJ adicine Company. A great family
remedy. 35c. JoLnson, druggist.
Twenty acres of land on the west
side oe the highway formerly part of the
Rusk FARM north of the city limits. be-
longing to Mrs Jas Stevenson, has teen
sold through the Vernon County Land
Company, Tolrud 81 johnson agency, to
G. NJ. Larson.
Melvin Steenberg will move his far
! niture took to the room in the new
/ bank block Browns Music Company
1 will occupy the room vacated by Stean-
( berg, and Baker Nelson move his place
of business TO the room now held by the
| latter
| --Viroqua sportsme1 will be repre-
! sented in the shooting :ourna ment to be
/ held at Sparta on the 9th, by jos Boeh-
rer, / S Griffin. B G. Brown. T. e.
/ Morley, and r W. Baldwin. Not less
/ than half dozen teams will represent
as many different towns.
Its an art 10 combine good looks
and style with the wear resisting quail
ties that children 1 shoes should have
! A few manufacturers are able 10 turn
the trick and their shoes are here foI
/ your critical opinion. The ices are
right too. THE BIG STORE
Thos Call, DR.. Holmberg and Editor
Bum OF Westby, were in the city OF
Tuesday The CENSOR acknowledge
calls from the gentlemen II was tb,
first visit to Yiroqua Of Mr. Bunn O
course he will like the town and its citi
zens as he becomes better acquainted
with both.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
nninrs nf ths CITY Fathers.

i AL member of the council were pres
ent Tuesday night, when little busi-
ness was transacted In miscellaneous
accounts $15O so were audited. Three
additional street lights were ordered to
be placed near residences of N. ]. Deav.
er, J. w. Lake and l. W. Switzer This
makes a total of S0pnblic lights in the
city. A six-ioot walk was ordered con-
structed along the east side of the court
house grounds. hiyron Henry was
chosen as pound master and authorized
to charge one dollar for each head of
stock empounded, feed extra The
council accepts the in tation from the
Grand Army Post to Ioin in Memorial
dav exercises, and appropriated ten dol
lars TO assist in defraying expenses.
1t is understood that six parties will
apply for saloon license Torger Fort
ney TO be conducted in hotel sample
room Jos Pannell, Mitchell building;
H. Lange, Butt building; Zitzner &
Larson Russ III corner; Grant Pierce,
same place, Con Favor, Rice building
The impression prevails that four Ii
censes will be issued at 81, 400 each, or
five at 81, 00J. Th- council can not take
official action on the subject until the
third Tuesday in June
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21

The terrific rain fall Of Tuesday night
was the heaviest this section has exper-
fenced for a long period. Between three
and four inches OF rain fell in few
hours. Asarssult the streams in sur
ronuding territory are swollen and tray
el impedei The track between Cash
ton and Sparta is severely washed and
nc mail Ut train are expected today.
Much damage Is reported from tbs
Kickapo, section by loss Of bridges, tc
growing crops, buildings, etc The val
ley road s liable to have no train serv
ice this week Throughout our entire
section damage il quite general to roads
bridges, farm lands and buildings,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21

A news dispatch OF the 18th fiora La
Crosse, states that a runaway at tae fun
erai Of Mrs Dummer Of Chaseburg, caus-
ed great excitement, but no one was seri-
ously injured. The corpse was in wag-
IN driven by pair Of young colts
Shortly before the cemetery was reached
the horses took fright and ran away.
MIR. Coeplein was thrown ont Of the wa
gon and dragged over the rough road for
several hundred feet, but ne hung on
and finally stopped the frightened ami
mails Although the wagon was overturn.
ed the casket remained in place
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
At THE CEMETERY.
Grand Army and W. Z. q. Ritual
Electric Surveyors IN Town

A party surveyors from La Crosse, re
presenting the proposed electric railroad
was in the city a portion Of last week
taking observation and running levels
over the portions of land and streets de-
sired for their use On North Main
street the survey crosses at a point near
Nelson Aliens residence, bearing in a
northwesterly direction along the easy
grade to Springville. The indications
are thet if constructed. the most direct
line will be adopted without reference ia
towns or places
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
ACCIDENTAL DEArHArsrODDARD.
Child Falls From the Roof Of Building and is Al
most Instantly Killed.

Albert Solverson who was business
caller at Stod lard tells the CENSOR of a
very sudden and sad death which oc-
Cured i'll that village Tuesday afternoon.
The unfortunate vicum was tive-year-
old son of Mr. J / Harrington. busi
ness man of that place The st Try as
related Is that the little fellow was play
irg on the roof of shed about nine feet
high fell off and the injuries We're of
such "A severe nature that he lived but a
short timn
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21

A La Crosse paper says that the mis-
sionary ship Megiddo is on its way up
the Mississippi She is scheduled for q
two weeks stop at La Crosse, about
June / The missionary crew, consist
ing Of twenty three families, with total
Of ninety persons, represent new sect.
Wherever stop is made la ge tent is
pitched and their gospel is preached.
The principles Of the new religion are
belief in heaven and disbelief in hell.
There is a strong clause against intoxia
eating liquors.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Meihodist Church Notes

The Methodist congregation will join
the Memorial services at the Congre.
g4ticnal church on inday morning.
The Sunday school, the Junior and Ep.
worth League will meet ss regular
hours. In the evening. beginning
At O'Clock, the Epworgh League
will celebrate the 18th anniversary Of
tue general organic ttion By II suitabls
program. consisting Of original papers,
rea ings and special music All are in.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
All Getting In Linz.

Viroqua will celebrate the Fourth this
wear. No doubt large number Of
Westby people will take in the sights Of
the city on that day. Why not! West
by, together with the rest Of Vernon
county, ia proud Of the county seat and
after year of Unprecedented prosperity
the Fourth at Viroqua will give all a
rood opportunity IN celebrate and give
thanks - Westby Times.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Do You Expect TO Traveii

II 40 the 9. NJ & st. Paul road il the
one to secure terms from. As usual
western excursion aud homeseekers
tickets will be sold 10 all points in the
south and southwest on the first and
third Tuesdays Of Inne. July. August,
September and October One fare for
round trip olus 80 good for 2t days.
Inquire Of L, G. Boyle agent, Viroqua
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21

Viroqua veterans and citizens will
hold the usual decoration day observ-
auce, which falls on Friday, May 80.
Grand Army members, old soldiers, Re-
lief Corps and soldiers of the Spanish
American war will meet at post hall at
1 O'Clock. Procession will form on Main
street at 30 p. m. in following order:
Marshal of the Day Henry Tate.
NfroQua Band.
Grand Army, Spanish War Soldiers
Woman's Relief Corps
Decoration Party. Mayor and City Officers
Citizens on Foot and in Carriages
AT THE CEMETERY.
Grand Army and W. Z. O. Ritual
Observance
Decoration Of Graves
Grafton by Captain Jackson silbaugh.
Roll Gail oF the Dead.
Salute % tsie Dead.
The Grand Army, Spanish war sol
diers and the Rel afs grps will meet at
post hall Sunday, May 25, at 10 O'Clock
and march to the Congregational church
where Memorial services will be held.
The Grand Army extends an invitation
for the Spanish war soldiers to meet
with them on both occasions.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
- Dlstance Telephoning.

This city will soon form the connect.
ing link between L. Crosse and Rich
land Center for the Betl system Of long
distance telephone. Three carloads OF
20 es are now at the station awaiting
distribution 1t is also reported that a
local exchange is liable to be one Of the
features Of the Bell servise here, but
this we do not credit.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
Ylroupa Markets.

Wool, uuwashed, 15c, butter 10, eggs
13c, oats 40c corn 55c, wheat 60c, cattle
3 to 4c, hogs IS so, hay $40, live chick
ems Sc.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21
OLD SETTLERS AT COON VALLEY.
They VIII Celebrate the Advent Of the First Settle
nent There More than Fifty Years Ago

Coon Valley citizens are arranging for
the nifty first ;niversary celebration of
settlement of that valley. 1t will oc-
cur on Sunday, June 1st when we un-
derstand,.the project of erecting a mon
ument to the memory of the first white
settler there will be agitated and for al
action taken to that purpose 1t is like
II very large gathering will be present
from the surrounding country The
speakers announced for the day are G.
j Smith, A Fl Dahl Mayor Boschert
and Martin Bergh ofLa Crosse Ample
accommodations for feeding the people
will be provided. Everybody is invited.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1902-05-21

Hereafter all hunting licenses are
to be made of tough manila paper in
stead of the thin paper now in use. 1t
WIS intended to have them made Of
cloth, but it was found that this would
be too expensive. The coupons attached
70 the licenses viii contain brass eyelets
s, that they can be easily fastened tC
the shipments of game. The state "a mt
warden has Just received new stsmT
for license tags for fishermen's setlines
These tags are made OF aluminum sus
ARE about the sizs Of silver quarter
The number. date and purpose Of tbi
license are stamped on each tag.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1902-04-04

more than cheap made clothes that
are sold elsewhere. The London.
The Epworth league will hold it's
regular monthly business meeting to-
night at 1880, followed by short
program.
Adams, e shoe man, received an
order for two pairs of shoes TO go TO
Manila, p. L. They like american
made shoes.
All Wool children's. suits from S1.95
to SO, perfection of style and ele-
gance and base ball and bat with
every suit bought at NJ. & X
Everybody is invited to attend the
dancing party April 5th, given by the
Athletic club in Woodmen hail, South
Rock Island. Admission so cents.
Our mems suits are made from all
new patterns and fabrics and are
tailored perfectly. We have marked
them at quick selling prices. lille
meyer & Sterling.
/ Relatives in this city today made
arrangements for the burial here of
the remains of John Mayher. the De-
catur man who died on the street
near the Rock Island depot yester-
day morning.
Chairman Cavanaugh. of the demo-
cratic city-townshiP committee, has
called meeting of the committee at
Turner hall Monday evening. which
members of the committee who had
been advised that the meeting would
he held tonight will observe.
Among the many novelties display
ed at the NJ. d X. is the "Irvington."
! This suit carries the effect of sail
or. Norfolk and Russian style all in
one-it is pretty novelty for child
from To 6 years old and if you are
looking for the latest the ''Irvington''
is what YOU want.
The George White Buggy company
has leased the brick building on the
west side of Nineteenth street be-
| tween First and Second avenues for
wareroom purposes. The company
has put i'm line of its easy riding
| White Line vehicles, and anyone con
| templating the purchase of Il buggy
or surrey this spring viii do we'll To
look at the stock, as the work is
guaranteed and the prices very rea-
sonable.
II is declared that control of the
Colorado and Southern railway has
been bought by persons acting in the
interest of the Chicago. Rock Island
n Pacific Railway company. The pro
posed increase If S15.OOO.OOO in the
capital stock of the Rock Island is
for the purpose of extending the
Clear Greek branch Qoop line) of the
Colorado and Southern across the
range through Middle Park and Routt
county. thus establishing an air line
from Denver TO Salt Lake City.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1902-04-04
YOUNG & M'CoMBs'
For saturday. April 1.-The Cash tore.

For Saturday, April 5--The Cash tore.
Bed spreads, full size. fringed on
four sides, assorted patterns, $500
quality. Saturdays special only St.47.
fON21 fancy figured muck towels.
nice fine linen. cheap at zoe. Satur-
days special only 19c each.
Ope lot half bleached table damask.
worth 45e, Saturdays special, 32hc
yard
72x9o bleached bed sheets. made
fun width, good quality sheetfng,
Saturdays special only 4sc.
42X36 pillow cases. made of good
muslin. special for Saturday Dc each.
Fancy plaids for children's dresses,
per yard. 12Hc.
All wool Tricot waistings. per yard,
25c
Heavy wool mixed skirting. ga for
walking skirts. per yard. 29c.
Cheney Bros. printed China silks,
good assortment of. patterns, 29c.
Black Peau De Cygne silk. the
most popular black silk of the sea-
son. $i.25 value for 9Sc.
Ladies' fancy haAdkerchiefs. used
in trimming windows slightly soiled,
all in one lot. 20 and Pc values. your
choice for DC.
Boys blue and white striped chew
lot shirts. collars attached. 15c.
Mems oxford and Madras negligee
shirts. sizes IA. 141R and 1917. never
sold for less than $1.O0. special for
Saturday only. 800.
Perfumery, choice Odors, per on,
&c.
Crystalized Oriental camphor, II
on. box for 121&c.
Colgate's Pine tar soap, 1Jc.
Moth balls. per pound Sc.
Lambert's Listerine, per bottle 19c.
Tbree-quart hot water bottle, guar
anteed, for 4oc.
Baileys NioIet taIcum powder, per
box. Sc.
- ladies' Eton suits, all new and
up TO date. jackets and skirts trim
med. regular price $3.50 per suit,
Saturdays specialI your choice. S7.75.
Gibson jackets. the latest and all
the new coIors. $1,000 values. special
FOR. Saturday (all Sizes. $3.50.
Ladies' fancy percaIe wrappers, all
sizes. S1.OO values. for 79c.
Lipton's tea. per can. 100.
Boomer chocolates, per pound, 19c.
.TeIly beans. per pound. Zoe.
Decorated china fruit plates, each
Agents for Northrup. King q Co.'S
northern grown seeds.
Mccall patterns 10 and 15c.-
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1902-04-04

Ordinary household accidents have
no terrors when there's a bottle of
DIR. Thomas Electric Oil in the med
icine chest. Heals burns, cuts,
bruises, sprains. Instant relief.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1902-04-04
DemocratIe CommIttec aIeetIng.

Members of the democratic city
central committee are requested to
meet at Turner hall Monday evening
April z. at o'clock. Matters OF i'm
portanee TO be attended To.
j. w. CAVANAUGH,
Chairman City Central Committee.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1902-04-04
The Weather.

Generally fair tonight and
Saturday; warmer tonight.
j. VI. SHERIER,
Observer.
Temperature--At Z am. 50;
at $3.50 p. M, "a.