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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27
THE ANNUAL CONVENTION
OF LUTHER LEAGUE HERE LAST WEEK
Southern Minnesota and Northern Iowa
Luther League Meet in Annual Ses.
sion in this City.

The annual convention of the
Southern Minnesota and Northern
Iowa Luther League was held at the
United Lutheran church in this city
last Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
In all there were fifty-two dele
gates present from the district, from
the towns of Austin, Albert Lea, Rush
ford, Blooming Prairie, Silver Lake
and Crane Greek, Mimi. and North
wood, Cresco, and Estherville, Iowa,
besides the attendance from Decorah.
The meeting opened Wednesday
night with an address of welcome by
Rev. J. o. Haugen, of this city, and
was responded to by Rev. J. G. Rose
land, of Austin, MINI. Rev. o. G.
U. Siljan, of Northwood, then gave
the annual address of the League,
making strong plea for Lutheranism
and the Luther League. After the
program the delegates were delight
fully entertained by the local league
in the basement of the church, which
had been cozily decorated and fitted
up for the occasion. Palms and cut
flowers, cOzy corners, graceful
draperies. etc. were arranged so that
the effect was pleasing. The guests
were entertained with an informal
reception, refreshments were served,
and all made to feel welcome
Thursday morning was the business
session of the meeting. The reports
were listened to and other business
transacted, besides the election of off
GERS. as follows:
President--Rev. J. o. Roseland,
Austin, MINI.
Gen. Sec. Miss Ida Sherman, AL
bert Lea, MINI.
Rec. Sec.-I. Bjorlie, Blooming
Prairie, Mimi.
Treasurer-S. A. Rask, Blooming
Prairie Mimi.
The election of officers was follow
ed by the reading of splendid paper
by Miss Clara Hegg, of this city, upon
THE Way of Salvation in the Luthe-
arm Church, being a digest of the
book by Rev. Gerberding, of Chicago.
Thursday afternoon paper by x. G.
Katlen was read, ON the subject
."Union," and Rev. Boe, of Cresco,
gave an address ON 'Our Inheritance. -
Thursday evening Rev. J. @. Rose
land, of Austin, addressed the Leagne
on the subject of Popular Amuse-
ments, with particular reference to
card playing, dancing and theatre
going.
Friday morning Miss Caroline
Thompson, ol..St. Ansgar, read pa
per on bible Study" and:Wm. Bese-
son, OF Albert Lea, a paper on
Prayer. Interspersed between the
papers were we'll rendered vocal solos
by Misses Alma johnson and bertha
Berg, and numbers by the choir.
Friday afternoon was devoted to
sight seeing. The visitors were given
visit to the Ice cave, followed by a
drive to points of interest about the
city, and picnic supper in Upde-
CRAFTS grove, over the Dugway.
The delegates left for their homes
Saturday morning, feeling that the
meeting had been an interesting and
helpful one and that they had been
royalty entertained by the local
league
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

That the South is gradually building
up strong protective sentiment is not
surprising when it is seen from the
census reports that while the value of
her farm products in 1880 exceeded the
value of her manufactured goods by
more than $500, 200, 900, in 1900 the
condition was reversed and the value
of southern manufactured products
exceeded those of agriculture by
$3.50. 900, 900. Both the manufacturers
and the farmers of the South are see-
ing the advantage of protection for
the development of manufacturing
industries. creating quick, steady, and
remunerative markets for the diversi-
fed products of agriculture and Civ
ing to the farmers of that section ad-
vantages which they have never before
Dossessed
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

Maclcom Smith of Cedar Rapids,
newly elected chairman of the state
central committee of the prohibition
party of Iowa and nominee of that
party for congress in the fifth district
against Robert G. Cousins, the present
incumbent, who is republican may
also be nominated to the same Office
by the democrats of the district. Mr..
Smith is an able campaigner, is we'll
known throughout the district and is
highly respected wherever known.
Because of these facts it is pointed out
that with the present small detection
from the republican party Mr.. Smith
will give Mr.. Cousins a close race.
Two years ago the vote for Cousins
was 27, 124 and for Daniel Kerr, the
democratic nominee, it was 1s. .266.
1t is said Kerr is as staunch prohibi-
Zionist. excepting in voting, as is Mr..
Smith, and that the democrats would
not necessarily consider that bar to
endorsement of Mr.. Smiths candidacy
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27
Uncle Toms Cabin" DispIeases.

The presentation of the old favorite
play "Uncle Toms Cabin in a tent
ON the city hitching grounds Saturday
night failed to please the large num-
Der which patronized it. 1t seemed to
be cheap show and there was nothing
of special merit to attract the audi
ence, so we are told by some who
were there.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27
One Fare 10 Boston and Return

via the Brotherhood of ST. Andrew
Convention at Boston, Mass, October
9-l2, round trip tickets at one fare
rate will be on sale at all c., r. /. u
p. stations in this territory. This
will be good opportunity for you to
visit the east, rs good return limit
may be secured. See c., r. /. & p.
agents for particulars. tOctl2
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

Does it signify nothing to the vo-
ters that the American savings bank
deposits have increased from 81, $40,
597, ,0S2 in 1895, the year that Mr.. Bryan
was preparing to launch his great
boom, to 50, $40, ,69l, 300 in 1902? While
these figures represent but compari-
lively small proportion of the peoples
savings, comparison of them speaks
eloquently of the prosperity promises
made during the Mckinley campaign.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

On the 102d ballot Hon. William
Hoffman, of Muscatine, was nominal
ed for congress man by the republi-
cans of the second district lastWednes-
day night. He is German Amerl-
can, a graduate of the state universi.
ty, and an influential attorney. 1t is
stated that no factional soreness was
left by the long fight for the nomina-
tion, and that he will carry the dis
trict by safe majority.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

N. S. Ketchum of Marshalltown
who was candidate for railroad COM
missioner at the last republican state
convention and who was defeated by
E. A. Dawson of Waverly, has an
nounced that he will be a candidate
for the same position next year. Mr..
Ketchum declares that he was beaten
by railroad influences and that his
many friends have urged him to make
another attempt. Col. d. j. Palmer
goes off the board next year, but like
Dawson he will ask for third term.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

We would suggest to some of our
free trade friends who are bobbing up
as though they had never been hit in
the head with brick, that the coun-
try is not yet entirely tired of it's pros
perty.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

The new Virginia regulations have
practically disiranchised the negroes.
Although actually strongly Republi-
can, as is the case with most of the
southern states, Virginia is in fact
hopelessly Democratic.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

Mr.. Suffers frank admission that he
is disappointed in President Roose-
velt suggests to us that there may be
other Democrats who are not thorough.
ly delighted with the course of the
administration.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

Senator Cullom says that President
Roosevelt is assured of the Illinois
delegation in the next national Re-
publican convention. The Senator
believes that Mr.. Roosevelt will be
nominated by acclamation.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27
CURRENT COMMENT.

Ex-Secretary Whitney says that
Democracy..has no man and no issue.
A sad condition for the old lady. The
only hope is an adopted son.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

In promising what they will do If
they get in power, the Democrats are
not, by way of establishing confidence
among the voters, pointing with
pride" to anything they did the last
time they held the reins of govern
ment. In order to point effectively
with pride to any of its performances
the party must go so far back that peo-
pie cannot see what it is pointing at
Up in Minnesota the Board of Con-
rol has devised method for riding
the state of the tramp nuisance. They
will present plan to the legislature
to establish state farm, upon which
they will erect necessary buildings as
economically as possible, and all the
tramps arrested in the state will be
committed there for one years labor.
No doubt this method would have
the desired effect.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27

General Franz Siegel, the soldier,
politician and editor, died at his home
in New York Thursday morning.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1902-08-27
FRANK SAYRE.
J. J. MARSH.
J.. s. REQUE.

Now, therefore be it ordained by
the Town council of the Town of
West Decorah, La.
Section THAT the said Report by
said commissions submitted, be. and
the same hereby is approved, accepted
and adopted with all the terms and
conditions thereof.
Section 2-That for the purpose of
submitting the question of such an
nexation to the electors of the Town
of West Decorah, la. a special elec-
tion is hereby ordered and provided
to be held at the Town Hall in the
Town of West Decorah, Ia. ON the 7th
day of October 1902, such special ele-
ction to be conducted in manner provi-
ded in like or similar cases in the
Chapters of the Code ON elections,
Section 3-That the question of such
annexation TO be submitted at said
special election shall refer to, and
rest upon said terms and conditions
of the said commissions report.
Section THAT the question to be
placed upon the ballots and submit
ted to the said electors at said special
election shall be "Shall the propois-
tion for the annexation of West De-
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
CORN BURNED TO THE TAssEL.
Failure Of Crop Here Seems Well
nigh Certain.

Corn is going to be scarce article
in Sumter this year as the result Of
the drouth, which is simply drying up
the young grain in the fields. A
month ago the prospect was very
pr promising and it was then believed
the corn yield would be the best in
years But four weeks OF intense,
blistering heat has cut of the yield one
half, if not more, and corn will be
dear at harvest time. In some por
tions OF the county local rains have
fallen, but about AmerIcus conditions
are really distressing. The corn hes
"fired" to the tasseI, and even rain
now would not do the advanced crop
any good. Many farmers had to buy
corn this summer, wherewith to make
crop, and the drouth has dealt them
the severest blow of all Crops have
been badly injured and the outlook is
anything than encouraging,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
SOLD REALTY OUT ON BARLOW.
SeYeIel New Homes Will Be Built
There Soon.

While some other residence streets
have been indulging IN a period of
simmer dullness. Barlow street has
been enjoying a quiet little real eg-
tate boom all to herself and is going to
have several pretty new. dwelling
houses there soon, The large vacant
lot in rear Of Judge u A. LittleJohn' &
residence has been divided into six de-
sirabIe building lots aud sold to peo-
Pile who want homes. Mr.. Will f.
Allen purchased three of these in a
body and will combine them into one
large lot. City Engineer John b.
Ansley, Mrs. j. b. Fielder and Mr..
J. V. Wagner purchased one each OF
the remaining lots, A street will be
run through the property, thus en-
haucing its value. Barlow is one of
the most popular of residence streets
here and no other in the city is built
up 40 compsctly with pretty new
homes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Poisoning The System.

1t is through the bowels that that the
body is cleansed of impurities. Consti-
patton keeps these pOisons in the sys-
TEN, causing headache, dulness and
melancholia at first, then unsightly
eruptions and finally serious Illness I'M
less a remedy is applied. DeWitt's
Little Early Risers prevent this trouble
by stimulating the liver and promote
easy, healthy action of the bowels
These little pills do not act violently
but by strengthening the bowels enable
them to perform their own work. Never
grippe or distress. w. A. Rembert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Mems Pure Worstead Trousers $500
Per Pair.

From our collection of mems trousers we
have rounded up about seventy-fve pairs
that we shall sell at reductions ranging
from one-quarter 70 two,thrds. They are
made of fine striped worsteads, am are
we'll made, too. Not one pair that ever
sold for less thau S., and most of them are
the 81 and s. so grades. These are placed
on seperate counters and priced for Your
choice at Sl.90 per pair
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Wash Goods Specials.

At Sc. Batlste In great variety Of pat
terms, regularly Sc.
AT &c Printed Dlmities and Organ
DIES In over fifty patterns; regularly lOc,
At 10c. Printed Dimities assorted
styles and colors, regularly l2ac.
At 10c. Printed Batiste in the most
desirable colors, regularly 19c.
At 25c. Beautiful variety of designs in
silk striped Grenadines; fresh new goods
which would cost 75c to 81 earlier in the
season.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
HUNTING HOUSES IN AMERICUs.
Stores to Be Had But Homes Very
Scarce

At least three families, two of them
recent arrivals in Americas, were
use-hunting here yesterday but
failed to find homes There are three
or four stores to be had, but residences
are at a premium and in many in
stances two and often three families
occupy a single dwelling 1t would
seem that rents are at figure that
would attract builders and result in
more houses conveniently located, and
while several dwellings have been
erected here this year there is need for
many more.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11

To have given up would have meant
death for Mrs. Lois Crsgg, of Dorches-
ter, Mass. Fer years she had endured
untold misery from severe lung trou-
bic and obstinate cough. "OfteD,' sne
writes, II could scarcely breathe aud
sometimes could not speak. All doc J..
tors and remedies failed till I used DR..
Kings New Discovery for Consumption
and as completely cured" Sufferers
from Coughs, Colds, Throat and Lung
Trouble need this grand remedy, for 1t
never disappointa. Cure is guaranteed
by the Eldridge Drug s ores Price SOC
and 81 co. Trial bottles free.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
WILL BRING THE CROWD HERE.
seaboard's Excursion From Della to
Americus

The excursion from Della and Fitz-
gerald to Americas tomorrow will
bring a goodly crowd to Americas, no
doubt, though the number Of visitors
would have been larger had local mer-
chants advertised the occasion more
generally and offered inducements to
bring the people. What has been done
at all was done by the Seaboard peo-
pie, and it is hoped that their efforts
to bring a crowd here will prove sue
eessful. The excursion train will ar
rive at 10 o'clock and 90 baek at T. M
Low rates are offered to Americas
from every point east as far as Ooills,
ninety miles.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
If a Man Lie to You.

And say some other salve, ointment,
lotion, oil or alleged healer els as good
"a Bucklen's AFRICA SLIye, tell him
thirty years of marvellous cures Of Piles,
Burne, Bolls, Corna, Felons, Ulcers,
Cats, Scalds, Bruises and Skin Erup-
lions prove it's the best and cheapest,
25c at the Eldridge d.uL stores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Silks for Waists.

Rich iridescent effects with hand
some stripes and figures; width %
inches This is a waist chance you
should not miss. Regular retail
price of these silks were 75c and
$1.0O yd, the surprise price is 25e.
Over one dozen styles to pick from.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Great Window Shade Sale.

Monday morning we will place on sale
our entire stock of linen opaque Window
Shades at the lowest price ever known for
nice shades. We have them in all the lead
ing colors with or without fringe and pric-
ed for your choice of our stock, complete
with all the fixtures, at 23c EACH
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Travellers Needs.

The travelling bags and dress suit
cases must get a space at this their season.
For who Is not planning for little journey
of some sort ? Are you prepared Dress
suit cases 22x24 inch size from csc to SIP.
Travelling bags all grades and sizes from
SOC to SO.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Mems ST. NegIigee Shirts 44c.

THIS Is glad shirt news indeed-the
only pity is we've but two hundred all told
IN this collection. Sorry we haven't that
many dozen, for at the price this news is
interesting to every man and boy who
knows good shirts.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
CONDITION IS QUITE CRITICAL
Former Citizen of Americus is Very
Low

The condition of Capt. Fl. Knott
Parker, of Albany, for several days
past has been a matter of solicitude
among many in Americas where Capt.
Parker once resided and is widely
known. He now lies at deaths door
in Madison, where he was operated
upon for appendicitis during a recent
visit, Little hope of recovery was
given out yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Mems Underwear.

Mems fine check nainsook shirt
and drawers, sizes somewhat brok-
en-, cost you at regular price soc
each, for this sale 29c each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
$1.5o Lace Curtains at SIC.

Fifty pairs Nottingham Lace Curtains
in FIVE beautiful patterns; all are BE yards
long and so inches wide and have never be
fore been known to retail for less than
$1.50; now they are priced to you in this
sale at Sc per pair.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
WOmen'S Ribbed YeStSt.

One case of these low neck short
sleeves and sleeveless vests, ribbon
trimmed, retail price zoe and 25c.
This lot will go quick at Zoe each.
Just -four to a customer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11

Harrison Mutual Burial Association.
Members will please call at Planters
Bank, Americas, Ga and pay ASSESS
ment No 2.
Mrs. EULA LcCKETT Hollis
Secretary & Treasurer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Good Wide COttOnS.

One bale of fine smooth thread,
unbleached sheeting, strong and
honest in quality, regularly worth
61c, ferthis occasionthe price is 43c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
N\uMcuNb$ S2NtJN,
900 Pairs Mems, Womens and Chidrens Shoes rdePrCed,

sale thousand pairs Mems Women
really
o of
than priced for choice at
sold than all priced at
all
at ST. per
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Colossal Clearance Sale,

AS is custom towards the close of each se,son
inaugerate at once the greatest Summer Sale we ha we
had When the time comes for a general clean,n - sg
make prices that will make business There IS ~ SAFE
some articles that cannot be reduced in price bnt %
thing possible will be sold at big reduction in orde
convert the goods into the cash prior our visiting M
markets shortly for fall and winter goods '''S
The stock OF merchandise show is such one 30 :;
seldom found anywhere and what you get You can de-
pend upon its being right.
ALI prinnc Qunfod kKo EnK Tho cna4 naAL q
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
TO ENTERTAIN FAIR VISITORS.
Several Alabama Bellies Are Coming
Today.

bAtA
Miss Fannie Stallings, one of Amer
icus' fairest debutaDtes and a charm.
ing social favorite, will return home
today from an extended visit in Bates
vile, Ala. Miss Stating will be &C.
companied by number of fair friends,
who will be her guests here for two
weeks. Among the pretty visitors COM
ing today are Miss Nettie Margart, of
Batesvillle; Miss Lena Garland and
Miss Mittie McNab, of Eufaula; Miss
Wilma Treadwell, of Geneva, and
Miss Jessie Streyer, of Macon.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
A House For Rent.

Four room house, kitchen attached.
City water free, Corner Bell street
and Harold Avenue, Possession
July 18th. to 21st. A, W. SMITH
Z 1nd2t.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
White Shirt Waists.

Fifty sheer white lawn waists.
Very newest fashion, latest collar
and cuffs. Waist very tastefully
trimmed. These waists retail reg
ularly at $1.25. For this occasion
you may choose at 75c each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Sl.OO Table Napkins at Csc Dozen.

Twenty-Five dozen table Napkins, beau
tiful patterns rs size, considered good val.
ues at ST.; now at 65c per dozen.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Sun Umbrellas.

We've selected so fine gloria
silk sun umbrellas, sizes 26 inch,
paragon frames, fine selection of
natural, root handles priced reg
ularly at $1.25. This lot will go
fast at Csc each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Stores For Rent

Two stores in Thomas Block, Apply
at Bank Southwestern Georgia.
It'd vino w. H. q. DUDLEY
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
WILL START IN A SHORT TIME.
Cannery Here Will Soon Be Ready
For Work.

Within very short time now the
newly erected canning factory here
will be ready for start, Some little
delay was experienced this week but
Mr. Wallis, the proprietor, has every
thing running smoothly now and will
soon have this 'infant industry" upon
a paying basis. The dry weather Is
going to cut off the supply of fruit and
vegetables very materially, no doubt,
but there may be enough fer all pur-
poses ere the season closes.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11

Hundreds OF things not mentioned will be offer
ed during this sale 1t will pay you to come and ex-
anime what we have to offer you and if you are not
really needing the goods it will pay you to buy them
at these prices and lay them aside till you do.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Silks and Dress Goods Greatly Reduced,

This stock is varied will not attempt to go into
the details Of it, but will make sweeping reduction of
25 to 80 per cent discount almost everythug the de-
partment If you wa7t to buy silks and woolens this
Will be grand opportunity for you
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11

Mems seamless half hose spliced heels
and toes in fancy patterns, all sizes, regu-
larly sold at 25c, now ia this sale at exactly
half, two pairs for 25c.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11

One we'll broke heavy yoke of cattle.
rs d1ww4t. SAM l.. HRYs.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1902-07-11
Bed Spreads.
Towels.

When we say linen we mean
flax of course, not a half cotton
substitute. These towels are hem
stitched and plain hemmed, extra
large size. They're honestly worth
Doc and 35c, but this lot of % doz-
Ell goes at 19c.