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The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
Man Making a Unique Trip About the
Country Pushes His WheeIbar-
row Into the City.
He is SIxTY-FOUR MILES AHEAD.
Has Contracted to Walk $4,000 Miles In
700 Days in Order to Save His
Home From Mortgage.

Don Gray-the most advertised maj
in the Northwest-the man who is
pushing wheeloarrow around the
United States in seven hundred days,
and who has contracted to travel
twenty miles a day for this time,
swooped down on Kenosha Thursday
night and spent the night here. Gray
came in from Racine and pushed his
wheelbarrow straight down Main
street till he came to the l1otel, where
ne registered ard took room for the
night. He left this morning with a
full pocketbook and light heart for
Waukegan and Chicago.
Gray has the most unique task ever
imposed on any man to rid his home
from mortgage which threatened to
take the roof from over his wife and
chi1dren's heads. The traveller lives
in Minneapolis and two years ago he
had some hard luck and was laid up
and was laid up for many weeks.
While he was laid up he was forced to
borrow money and the result of it was
that he placed a mortgage on his house
for $500. The man who held the
mortgage was millionaire and when
Gray went to him short time ago and
told him he could not pay the note or
mortgage, the man thought of bril-
liant scheme and he told Gray that if
he would push whee1barrow about
the United States, making twenty
miles day for a period of seven hum
dred days he would commit the note
and mortgage to the flames. Gray
took the man at his word and at once
started on his long trip. He has now
been twenty days on the road and is
sixty-four miles ahead of his schedule
and gaining every day.
One of the conditions of the test is
that Gray is to find his support for his
wife and children as well as for him
self while on the road. This Gray
manages to do in the easiest sort of a
fashion. He carries with him a large
number of photographs of himself
which are neatly autographed and
which he sells at the rate of ten cents
piece. Thrrday evening after Gray
reached the city he went out among
the people on the street and in short
time had sold pictures enough to put
him on easy street for the day.
Gray has nothing of the tramp about
him. He is neat and clean, does not
smoke or drink and is intelligent to a
marked degree. He says that all
along the route he has been received
kindly and that he has not had any
trouble at all in securing plenty to live
on and to support his family.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
HIS THIRTEENTH TERM.
Charles H. Gonnermann Reelected County
Agent for the Thirteenth Time.

Charles H. Gonnermann Reelected County
Agent for the Thirteenth Time.
At the meeting of the County Board
Thursday afternoon Charles H. Con-
hermann was reelected County Agent
for the thirteenth consecutive time.
The work of Mr.. Gonnermann as
County Agent has always been of such
a careful nature that during his entire
service for the county there has never
been complaint lodged with the
Board against his work. Some effort
was made to elect new man to the
position this year, but the conspirators
found little sympathy among the men,
bers of the Board and Mr.. Gonnermann
received almost unanimous vote.
Plans are being made by the Board
for the erection of a new barn in con-
nection with the Jail and plans will
probably be drawn before the January
meeting. Some of the members of the
Board have suggested the use of the
county building for such purpose, but
such action should not be permitted. A
new barn can be built for a small ex-
penditure and the people of the city
are certainly opposed to having barn
on one of the principal residence
streets of the city.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
LEVY SCHOOL TAX.

Large Increase is Made on the School Tax
on Account of Increase of Valuation.
At it's session this morning the
County Board made the annual school
tax levy and the tax payers of the city
and county will be surprised to note
that the amount levied is nearly double
the amount demanded for last year.
This was brought about by the large
increase in the valuation of the prop
erty in the State and the increase in
the mill tax.
Of course a large percent of this
money will be repaid to the county by
the State but the increase in the levy
will make some little difference in the
tax warrants over last year. The tax
as levied on the towns as compared
with the tax for last year was as fol-
lows.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20

keep the city clean. After this first
work was over the officers of the army
began the greater work of making new
homes for the prisoners and of rebuild
ing the hospitals for the insane and
the leper, and of laying out a great
central hospital for general use. All
of these institutions we're placed under
the keeping of Americans, but Cubans
were put to work SO that they might
learn TO manage for themselves.
The introduction of American ma
cl1inery into the island was the cause
of wonder to the people of Cuba and it
was some time before the old Spanish
prejudices could be overcome but be-
fore the army had left the island the
people had learned much of the new
and better civilization. It had made
an impression upon them which will
make Puerto Principe one of the clean
est cities in Cuba in the future.
AS soon as possible the Cubans were
placed in charge of the different de-
partments of work and by the time the
flag of the Cubans hoated over an indie
pendent republic all of these depart
ments were in their own hands. After
the speech of Capt. Symmonds the
members of the club spent a pleasant
hour in conversation. It was decided
to limit the membership of the club to
125, and those desiring membership
after this number has been reached
will be placed on the waiting list.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
Insurance Company Seeks Proof oil
the Death of J.. B. SnedeCker,
of Brooklyn.
DROWNED IN THE KENOSHA RIVER
Wife Receives Letter Telling of his Death
But Nothing Is Known of the Accident
and no Body Found.

Efforts are being made to find some
trace Of the wherea bouts, of ]. B.
Snedecker, of Brooklyn, who accord
ing to letters written to his wife, was
drowned in the Kenosha river some
time during the latter part of last
June. Thursday representatives of a
leading insurance company came to
Kenosha from Milwaukee to make an
effort to find some proof of the death
of Snedecker.
They came armed with a letter writ
ten by j. Roberts, of this city, 10 the
missing mans wife in which it was
stated that the man had beenlsdrowned
IN the creek four months ago. An in
vestigation of the log at the life saw
ing station fails to show any evidence
to explain the letter and the books of
the life savers do not show that any
one was drowned in the river during
the past year and certainly no body
has been taken from the water.
Roberts has forwarded to Mrs. Sned-
ecker some of the clothes belonging to
her husband, but in his letter he has
not given any extended details of the
accident which resulted in the death of
the man. An effort to find Roberts in
Kenosha failed to get any further in
formation in regard to the case. g8The
life savers admit that it is possible
that the man was drowned in the har-
Dor here but they do not think it prob
able that the remains could have re-
manned in the water for $50 long
period.
Along about the first of last July the
remains of an unknown man were
picked up at the mouth of the Racine
harbor and it is possible that these
were the remains of Snedecker. It is
hardly probable, however, that the re.
mains would have drifted from Keno
sha to Racine and the life savers seem
to think that the man was not drowned
here. Snedecker was at one time
known in local vessel circles but the
life savers have no memory of his hav-
ing been in the harbor on any vessel
during the present year.
The case has been placed in the
hands of the officers of the insurance
company and every effort will be made
to get the proofs of the mans death or
to prove he is alive. The case may de,
velop some very interesting points be-
fore the mystery in regard to the dis
appearance is solved.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
For ThanksgivingsDay

the Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets
within distances Of $50 miles, Novem.
Der 20 and 81, at the rate of fare and
a third for the round trip. Tickets
good returning until November 18th,
inclusive. This road has three express
trains daily to Ft. Wayne, Cleveland,
Erie, Buffalo, New Yorkisand Boston,
with vestibu1ed sleeping Also
excellent dining-car service, meals
being served on Individual Club plan,
ranging in price from Csc. to $1.OO; also
la carte. For reservation in sleep
ing cars or other information, address
John Y. Callahan, General sAgent, 113
Adams ST., room 2o8, Chicago. City
ticket Office, Ill adams st. WIS
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
MANY DOGS POISONED.
Dog PoisOner Gets in His Work Among the
CANNES on Prairie Avenue.


People out on Prairie avenue are out
looking for the ''meanest man." and
they claim that the latest edition of
this portion of humanity is man who
has been scattering paris green about
the lawns for the purpose of poisoning
dogs.
During the past week six dogs have
died from the effects of poison, and not
a few have been valra bic ones. For
some days detective has been at work
at the case, and it is claimed that he
has found clue to the dog poisoner,
and if he secures evidence against the
man there will be some stirring scenes
on the avenue within : few nights.
Tar and feathers is the best punish
ment such mar could get, and he
will probably get it.
It is to be hoped that the man or wo-
man will be captured and given the
fullest punishment of the law. The
dog poisoner, like the man piosoner, is
menace to the community, and the
sooner the city is rid of them the better
it will be for the people.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
MISS WILLARD's TRIUMPH.
Her Production of THE Power Behind the
Throne" Makes a Distinct Hit.

Her Production of THE Power Behind the
Throne" Makes Distinct Hit.
Miss Katharine Willard, the we'll
known emotional actress, made her
debut in Kenosha at the Rhode opera
house Friday evening in "The Power
Behind the Throne,' and the young
actress was given such a warm recep-
ton that her debut was little less than
a triumph.
There is something so charming
about the dainty touch of art given to
the "Aria' of Miss Willard that one is
compelled to listen and to admire.
There may have been other "Arias" in
the past, but certainly no one ever
brought to the part such charm of
personality as did Miss Willard, and
she certainly won the plaudits show
cred upon her by the large audience
that greeted her first appearance as a
star in Kenosha. The artistic work of
Miss Willard classes her among the
foremost actresses of the day. AS the
simple, innocent, pure minded girl,
she vas charmingly natural, as the
frivolous woman in sthe court of the
Duchess Won Wa1dheim, she was
strangely fascinating, and her final
appearance brought out such splen-
did Interpretation Of the role that it
left nothing to be desired.
The company supporting Miss Will
lard was competent one in every
way.
Wright Lorimer was dashing and
gallant Baron. He dividedsthe second
honors of the evening with Miss
Durand, who acted the part of the
Duchess Won Wa1dheim. The staging
of the play was beautiful and histor-
ical1y correct. II all "The Power Be
hind the Throne was ,the success of
the season in Kenosha.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
STRIKE AT SIMMONS FACTORY
Eighteen Men Quit Work on Account of the
Discharge of Foreman.

Eighteen Men quit WORK on ACCOUNT or Cn0
Discharge of Foreman.
The assembly room at the Simmons
factory is running light just at pres
ent, on account of the fact that eigh-
teen of the men employed in the de-
partment are out on strike.
On last Monday the foreman of one
department of the assembly room was
discharged by the management, and
the other men demanded his rein
statement. This was refused, and
eighteen of them quit work, leaving
but two men at work in the depart
ment. Thus far no efforts have been
made by the factory managers or the
men on the strike to secure settle
ment of the trouble, and the factory is
running along as usual with the ex-
ception that the assembly room is
short of help.
The reports in circulation Thursday
evening that the men on the strike had
attempted to intimidate workmen, were
found to be without foundation.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20

an effort is being made to organize
! lodge of Eagles in Kenosha.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20
PETER SCHAEFFER DEAD.

Well-KnOwn Farmer of the Town of
Peter Schaeffer, aged 76 years, a
we1l-known farmer of the town of
Somers, expired at his home shortly
after 4 O'Clock Thursday afternoon
after long illness from dropsy. The
deceased had been resident of Keno
sha county for more than forty years
and was well known to the people of
Somers and the surrounding territory.
He was native of Germany but had
lived the greater part of his life in
Somers. A widow, two sons and two
daughters survive him.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20

w. L. Farmer and Frank M. West
have purchased the Waukegan Gazette
from Fred M. Whitney and will con-
tinue its publication. Both ofEthe new
owners of the paper have been con-
nected with it for some time. Mr..
Whitney will retire from the newspaper
business.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20

The latest joke perpetrated by the
weather man on Kenosha is Novem-
Der mosquito. The insect is quite as
vicious as the other members of the
family that came earlier in the year.
The Telegraph-courier. [volume] (Kenosha, Wis.) 1888-1946, 1902-11-20

A petition IS being circulated about
the city to demonstrate against the
passage of the telephone ordinance
now pending BEFORE the council. The
fifty year clause is objected to by the
petitioners.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

wrapped up in his own sorrows to pay
heed to what was going on outside his
own environment. One evening while
Illuminating over Sails obstinancy and
her want of faith in him, the thought
flashed through him that he would offer
himself to his country and then
Sal would relent. and would
perhaps feel sorry when she heard that
he had been killed in battle. He lay
awake most of the night thinking over
the plan, and next morning, without
saying anything TO his comrades of his
intentions. he severed his connection
with Y Bar L outfit and. bidding good
bye to his associates. he rode to Phoe-
nix. where a regiment of rough riders
was being recruited.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

The officer inwardly smiled at TINS
evidence of zeal, but aloud he asked
with a tone of authority:
What are your qualifications to
make soldier? Can you shoot
straight? Can you tell COW from
mule when you see one? Do you know
hay foot from straw foot?"
Now, jest yu LUX yere, mister, yu
air III fresh. n if yu want ter know #
ken shoot straight, yu jest gev me
some more of tibet gas n yu VIII find
yurself 'cruitin sojers in q dern site
hotter place then Arizona. AS fer
tellin' mule frum a COW, l guess l ken
du tibet. but I viii be derned if / ken
stinguish the difference tween yu n
a j2ckass.
The officer, who we'll knew the answer
he would provoke, was feeling in a
facetious humor and wanted to have
some sport out of Willie. He laughed
immOderately at the answer his ques-
tons called out. but seeing that his re-
marks We're being taken seriously,
changed his front and asked several
necessary questions, such as Willie's
birthplace. his age and occupation, TO
all of which satisfactory answers were
given, and the interrogation was closed
by the officer saying that he was the
right kind of material for cavalry
man. and told him to go and be eX
amined as to his physical condition.
Willie passed the medical eXamina-
ton very creditably and as he had to
wait until he was sent to Prescott,
where his squadron was to rendezvous.
before he could be sworn in he was
reasonably sure that he would have no
/ f. in oea ca
that now would be the proper time to
sire to fight for his country, and Incl
dentally to inform her that he had not
given her up. but would wait until he
returned from war before he PROFOUND
, ed the question that would decide his
fate.
| He succeeded in expressing himself
in what he considered manner that
would not fail to make a deep i'm
preston on Sails heart:
"Fenix April %. 1898.
"deerest sal, i am now a sojer am
goin' IL cuba tn fife fer yu. n the
greasers is goin' to get tn wurst lickin.
I am goin' tn fife hard N if i cum bak
i want tn marry yu, may cum back a
jineral or a corpril, but Wuld rether
| be a corpril fer corpril is not stuck
on hisself as a jineral. hev changed
my mind bout tibet sneke morris, n if he
| is monkyin' on my range, i vii shute
him of tn Ease of tn erth whin cum
bak i hev ben thinkin tibet is tn gud
a gal fer him, n i want u niself, gud
hi darling, when u get mi letter vii
be on tn way tn cuba. butt if i don't
cum back don't mary tibet skorpina
morris, fer he is trater or he wuld bc
fitin' fer his kontry stede of maxim luv
to better mans gals, rite tn me n tel me
tibet u forgive me, always yur trew luv
n sojer boy. willum JONES'
Three days later Willie was at Pres
colt. where he had the first taste of life
as a soldier. and what befell him there
and the adventures that followed viii
be told in another chapter.
Go be continued next Sunday)
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
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Like Success!
Sure, Safe and Speedy Cure of Ner-
vous Sexual and Blood Diseases.
DR.. HIBBARD

is a graduate OF Har-
ward Medical College
and former United
States Pen sion Exami-
ner. His qualifications
are ability, experience,
and reliability. Among
his patrons are tome OF
the most prominent
citizens OF Arizona. If
sick shun Patent medi-
cines, electric belts,
free trial packages and
unSEillcd musicians
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
WHOOPING COUGH.

a woman who has had experience
with this disease, tells how to prevent
any dangerous consequences from 1t.
She says: Our three children took
whOOping cough last summer, our baby
boy being only three months old, and
owing to our giving them Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy, they lost none of
their plumpness and came out in much
better health than other children whose
parents did not use this remedy. Our
oldest little girl would call Justify for
cough syrup between whoops.-Jessie
Pinkey Hall, Springville, Ala. This
Remedy is for sale by Elvey e Hulett.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
Use Gala Lily borax Soap.

"How long" asked the youth, fought
a young man to be acquainted with "A
girl. Miss Flyppe, before he may ven
ture to call her by her first name?"
How long have you known me-" she
asked in turn
About six months"
We'll. if he's the right young man.
that's a long enough time"
Then, Susie''-
But you're not the right young man
Mr.. Spoonamore. Chicago Tribune.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Get.the best. Get expert medical treatment.
KIDNEY, URINARY, BLADDER. PRIVATE and SEAUAL
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Have you any chronic disease? If 50 stop ex-
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though able to be about is unfit for pleasure
s some nbSscs ei1en 81 Cancer and Ex-
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knife. Testimonials at office. The
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Diseases and Amor NAL Growths.
Dr. Hibbards success is due to long expert
fence and exceptional ability in treating
complicated and intrica te diseases. Place
your case in his hands and be dealt with hon
estly and scientifically. Remember he de
votes his entire time and study to chronic
disorders. If possible ALWAYS 81 tEAMINED 81
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And prominent business men of the CITY.
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Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Major Beck of Sedalia." says the
Kansas City Journal, fought to stand
well with Senator Clark, the Montana
multi-millionaire. When Clark was
young and poor he taught school a year
near Georgetown. Pettis county. Then,
having heard of the gold discoveries in
Montana. he determined to go there
and seek his fortune. and he borrowed
the money from Major Beck with
which to make the trip
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
NOTICE TO WATER CONSUMERS.

After May 1 the use of water for
sprinkling or irrigatinG of yards or
lawns must he confined between the
hours OF ana o'clock p. m. Nozzle
or sprayer must be attached to hose at
all times when in use. For violation
Of above rule water will be turned off
without notice
THE PROENIX WATER co.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
FOR SALE.

A complete steam power plant in
first class condition. Consists of Is
II. y. engine. 20 II. L. boiler. pipes, etc.
Can be bought for half Of original cost.
Call on or address The Republican,
Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

You have but a few days more to
take advantage of Hartwell * Ham
Iaker's advertisement.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

y nice line of travelling hats and
wells, the Cuban braid. for $1.75. The
Liberty for S1.00 Various other styles
for nice travelling hats. 209 211 e.
Washington.
SCOFIIELDS
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Ever notice how ornery an Indian
looks? Ever see an Indian yawn?
An Indians yawn is the --LATEST on
earth.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
CITY BRENETIES

TUTTI FRUTTI ICE CREAM
at Hanna & Munson. Saturday and
Sunday.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Pure Ice Cream at Coffee lis Rest
aur2nt. special prizes II quantities.
It's equally as good as our coffee.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Mermaid Washing Powder coupons in
each package. Presents free.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Great variety OF Indian baskets from
all western tribes at the Curio.
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Either plain white or colored
stripe cheviot OF many shades: Il
bewildering display; separate cuffs;
fast colors
Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11
$3.50

Best white jap. silk, the famous
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Arizona republican. [volume] (Phoenix, Ariz.) 1890-1930, 1902-05-11

Lew, STRAUSS & co. S sunset
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