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Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
Ignorance or DishOnesty2

The morning organ of monopoly-or
what Mr.. McCulloch's shooting stars
have left of it, which isn't much-in-
dulges in half column of high-hown
rhetorical cant over what it pleases to
term "the passing of an ism"-mean-
Ing the subsidence of free silver as an
issue in current American politics.
Our deorepit neighbor says, with an
absurd affectation of moral superiority:
The Journal welcomes the change,
Notwithstanding the fact that it takes
from its party the strongest issue it
had since the civil war, namely, an
appeal to the common honesty of the
American people. But the menace of
the free silver theory was of sufficient
Importance to transcend considera-
tions of party advantage, striking as
1t did at the very root of the pros
perity and contentment Of the people
and threatening American credit
throughout the world. 1t was too
serious matter to be given over to
the chance of politics.
From which the unsophisticated
might be led to believe that "free
silver" was a novel and dishonest
theory, evolved by political dema-
gogues to deceive the American people,
instead of the established policy of the
American government for more than
three.quarters of a century-accepted
and indorsed by all schools of states.
men and all political parties.
When IL ls remembered that the
leaders of the Republican party-such
men as John Sherman, William Nc
Kinley, William B. Allison, George F.
Hoar and William E. Chandler-were
openly and aggressively for free silver
until very recent date; that Re.
publican Congress passed free silver
bill by large majority only few
years ago, every Republican Congress-
man from Indiana, including such mer
as John H. Baker, Thomas M. Browne
and William H. Calkins, voting "aye;'
and that Republican State Conventions
all over the country repeatedly in
dorsed and demanded it, the amazing
hypocrisy and effrontery OF the de-
caying Fairbanks organs assumptions
may be family realized.
Because the play Of economic forces
not brought into action by. any politi
cal party or public policy, has afforded
for the time being, the relief which
the bimetallic movement demanded
offers no ground for rejecting either
on the honesty or the wisdom Of tha
movement, which was supported BY
many OF the greatest thinkers ant
publicists Of all political parties, botf
In Europe and America. I Isdianapoli
State Sentinel.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09

they ever were. Cuban veterans pro-
mise an even longer lease of life, for
they were picked young men. Fifty
years from now it will be no uncom-
mon thing, perhaps, for the govern
ment to pay Spanish war pensions to
dependent widows who are not yet
born.
1t is utterly impossible, OF course,
that 10000 Of the men who enlisted in
the Spanish war, and only 10000 of
whom even got to the front, should
have been sufficiently disabled as to
justify their demand for pensions.
The thing is becoming a scandal
that seriously reflects upon the patri-
otism and honesty of the men whom
the nation would like to regard as
ideal citizens. 1t is bad enough to
know that the government is de-
frauded, but it is worse still to know
that soldiers who might have fought
bravely, had the opportunity been
offered, can stoop to such palpable
attempt at fraud.
The fault is no doubt, mostly in the
pension department. The granting of
one false claim breeds many other false
claims. The ease with which a fraud
ulent pension can be secured, encour-
ages men to put in claims they would
not have thought of offering if sure
to be subjected to close and honest
scrutiny.
There ia seductiveness about q
pension hard to be resisted. And the
looseness of the pension department is
corrupting into sneaks and perjurers
many who might otherwise be regarded
as the best men in the nation.
1t is g. fraud that should have laid
upon it the heavy hand.-St. Louss
Chronicle.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
College Education.

The Rev. DR.. William E. Barton, In
an address before the graduating class
of Yankton college, declared there is
danger that ga large proportion of our
educated men will become burden on
the community" What he meant can
be gathered from such utterances as
the following:
II can bear with the student charit-
ably If he counts the classics of little
Importance compared with the ability
TO make a home run on the diamond
or kick a goal on the gridiron, but If
mere muscle were the end Of educa-
tion the bayfield, is cheaper and more
effective way OF producing 1T than the
college. II club life and good fellow
ship are the main thing, they can be
had without the assistance OF learned
professors and hugh college endow-
ments."
From these remarks 1t may be sup
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
Grand Jury Secrets.

Under the laws Of Missouri 1t is a
crime to reveal the secrets OF the
grand jury chamber.
The happenings before that body
are supposed to be held sacred.
The seal of silence is placed by the
law on witnesses, jurors and officials
alike.
Yet every day St. Loaisans are furn.
ished by the papers with full account
OF the happenings Of the grand jury
room.
Newspaper readers are not only told
the names of witnesses, but are also
told exactly what those witnesses testi'
fed to.
The newspapers go through the
mockery OF introducing many semi
apologetic phrases such as "It is
alleged that" ut is said that" 1t is
said that it is said,n and 30 on, but
these fool no one.
ait is understood that Jones testified
concerning the glucose bill. 1t is said
that he confessed that he received a
$1,000 bribe while in the Legislature.
1t is intimated that he alleged that
Jones of the Molasses trust was the
man who did the bribing. 1t is said
that it is understood that several in
dictments may be expected in a few
days"
This is the sort of stuff that has been
dished up to the people OF St. Louis
almost every day for two years.
The items Published by the news.
papers in this regard are, almost with
out exception, true.
For every paper in St. Louis, in.
cluding the World, is daily furnished
with reliable account of the happen.
ings Of the grand jury room.
From news standpoint the World
appreciates the favors bestowed upon
1t and the other papers.
But how about the legal standpoint
Is not that worthy of some consider
ationp-- ST. Louis World.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
Pension Corruption.

In the Spanish-American war in
Cuba total of 243 were killed on our
side, including those who died from
wounds.
Only about 10000 soldiers in all
went to the scene of brief conflict.
Yet 10000 claims for pensions have
already been allowed and more than
10000 applicants have been filed.
1t is already clear that the pensions
for this little war will cost more than
the war itself, while the war was soon
over, the pensions will drag on for
years and years.
Civil war pensioners, 40 years after
the war, are about as numerous as
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
IRONTON, MO. 81
CuddIe Doom.

The bairnies cuddle doom at NIGHT
WI muckle faucht an din;
go, try "a sleep, ye waukrife rogues,
Your fathers comm in"
They never heed word l speak;
l try to gle frown,
But aye I hap them up and cry,
80, bairnies, cuddle DOOM"
Wee jamie, wi the curly head
He aye sleeps next the wa
Bangs up and cries, 81 want piece"-
The rascal starts them a..
I rim and fetch them pieces, drink,
They stop awee the soun',
Then draw the blankets up an cry,
Moo, weanie, cuddle DOOM"
But ere five minutes gang, wee Rab
Cries out fra 'neeth the claes,
"Mither, maxi Tam gle Ger at once,
He's kittlin' VII his taes."
The mischief's in that Tam for tricks,
He'd bother half the toon;
But aye hap them up an cry,
80, bairnies, cuddle doom"
AT length they hear their fathers fit,
An as he stakes the door
They turn their faces TO the wa,
While Tam pretends to snore.
ola a. the weens been gude?" he asks,
AS he pits aft his shoon.
"The bairnies, John, are in their beds,
An lang Since cuddled doom"
An just afore we bed oursels
We look at our wee lambs;
Tam has his arm roun' wee Rab's neck,
An Rab his arm roun' Tam's.
I lift wee Jamie mp in bed,
An as l straik each Groom
| whisper till my heart fills up,
80, bairnies, cuddle DOOM"
The barnies cuddle doom at nicht
WI mirth that's dear to me;
But soon the big warl's cark an care
Will quafen doom their glee;
Yet, come what will to ilka ane,
May he who sits aboon
Aye whisper, though their pows be bauld,
30, bairnies, cuddle doom"
-An0nymoaS.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
q a T . II T. A.s
Bears the h7h' Kind You Have Always Bought
Signature sf &1NHZ1zx
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, I
LAND OFFICE AT 1RoNToN, Mo. {

June 18th, 1908.
Notice is hereby given that the following
named settler has filed notice of his nten-
ton to make final proof in support of his
claim, and that said proof will be made
before the Register or Receiver of the U. S.
Land Office at lronton, Mo-, on
Saturday august l, 1908,
viz: George w. Miller, Homestead Entry
No. 1928, for the south half lot one (D,
northwest quarter section nineteen (Io),
township thirty-two (32) north, range five
(s) east.
He names the following witnesses to prove
his continuous residence upon and cultiva-
ton of said land, viz: B. F. Matkin,
Robert King, c. A. Matkin, Henry Miller,
all of Marble Creek, Mo.
GEORGE STEEL, Register.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
You Know What You Are Taking

When you take Groves Tasteless
Chill Tonic because the formula is
plainly printed on every bottle show
ing that it is simply Iron and Quinine
in tasteless form. No Cure, No
Pay. SOC.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09
To Cure A Cold In One Day

Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab
lets. All druggists refund the money
If it fails to cure. e. w. Graves
signature is on each box. 25c.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1903-07-09

One thousand punches imported
flowers. Bonanza.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
New Sheriff in Mexico.

RIDLoNvILLE, Me-, Jan. IA, 1908.
Editor Democrat:
Jan. 18th petition was presented to
Sheriff E. l.. Flint, for the appointment
of +. A. Perkins as deputy at Mexico.
Mr. Perkins is in receipt of notice of his
appointment Jan. 18th from Sheriff Flint.
Mr.. Perkins is native of Bridgton,
Me-, born in 1859. He attended schools
of Franklin and Oxford counties; later
fitted for teaching. At the age of Is he
taught his first term in Andover, Rev. G..
b. HannafOrd supervisor, and soon be-
came one of Oxford's successful teach
erS, having taught about 80 terms. Pro-
ficient as instructor and disciplinarian
his services were always in good demand.
Learning the carriage painters trade,
he has for several years been engaged in
that vocation. His wife, Rose Ellen, is
the daughter of G.. l.. Whitman of Wood
stock and is popular and successful
music teacher, beloved by all.
Since residing in Mexico, Mr.. Perkins
has been appointed and served efficiently
as constable for two years, being often
detailed for special duty. A petition
was drawn and universally signed by the
citizens of Mexico, including nearly
every business and professional man,
asking that Mr.. Perkins be made one of
Oxford's deputies, which petition has
been granted and his appointment
ratified. HIRAM II. DoBLE.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
The Spirit of Winter.

The Spirit of Winter is with us, making
it's presence known in many different
ways-sometimes by CHEEKY sunshine and
glistening SHOWS, and sometimes by
driving winds and binding storms. To
many people it seems to take delight
in making bad things worse, for rheu-
matism twists harder, twinges sharper,
cat&rrh becomes more annoying, and the
many symptoms of scrofula are devel-
oped and aggravated. There is not
much poetry in this, but there is truth,
and it is a wonder that more people
don't get rid of these ailments. The
medicine that cures them - Hoods
Sarsaparilla-is easily obtained and there
is abundant proof that its cures are
radical and permanent.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
Born.

In Paris, Jan. IS, to the wife Of Bion NJ.
Greeley, q daughter.
In Buckaeld, Jan. 70, to the wife Of Daniel
Emery, son.
In West Paris, Jan. l6, to the wife OF c. Everett
In East Browpfleld, Dec. 20, to the wife of II.
n. Giles. a son.
In East Stoneham, Jan. s, to the wife Of Chas.
Bartlett, O daughter.
In East Stoneham, JAM, to the wife OF victor
Mason, daughter.
In East Stoneham, JAN, to the wife OF Frank
McAllister. end, daughter.
In Fryeburg, Jan. II, to the wife OF l.. o.
Mayo, son.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
STATE OF MAINE.

COUNTY OF OXFORD, So.
Board of County Commissioners, December
session. 1902. ,,
UPON the foregoing petition, satisfactory evi.
dence having been received that the petitioners
are responsible, and that inquiry into the merits
of their application Is expedient, 1T IS ORDERED,
that the County Commissioners meet az
the house of George W. French, In Sumner, In
said County, on the 18th day Of May. next, at
ten Of the clock A. NJ. and thence pro proceed .t %
view the route mentioned IN saiu Pe's'
ton; Immediately after which view, 4, q
hearing of the parties and their witnesses WI pe
had at some convenient place IN the vicinity
and such other measures taken In the premises
"a the commissioners shall judge proper. AND
Il Ia further ORDERED that notice OF the time
place and purpose of the commissioners meeting
Aforesaid be given to all persons ana corpora,
tions Interested, by causing attested copies o.
said petition, and of this order thereon, TO DC
served upon the clerk Of the town OF sumner
aforesaid, and also posted up IN three Puone
places in said town, and pubhshed three week
snccessiyely in the Oxford Democrat, 9
Newspaper printed at Paris, In said Coun
tv of Oxford the first Of said publications, anc
each Of the other notices, to be made, served anc
nosted, at least thirty days before said time o.
meeting. 10 the end that all persons and corpora
tons may then and there appear and shew cause use
II any they have, why the prayer OF SAID peu
TONERS should not be granted.
ATTEST CHARLES y. WHlTMAN, Cierk.
A true copy Of said petition and oroer oicour
'n HS:TTEsr-oHARLEs F. WHITMAN. Clerk.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
TRIED TO CONCEAL 1T.

It's the old story of murder will OUT
only in this case there's no crime. A
woman feels run down, has backache or
dyspepsia and thinks it's nothing and
tries to hide it until she finally breaks
down. Don't deceive yourself. Take
Electric Bitters at once. 1t has repu-
tation for curing Stomach, Liver and
Kidney troubles and will revivify your
whole system. The worst forms OF those
maladies will quickly yield to the cura-
tive power of Electric Bitters. Only 30
cents, and guaranteed by F. A. Shurt-
left & Co., South Paris; Noyes Drug
Store Norway
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
About Oxford County People.

George F. Needham has been appoint
ed postmaster at Hebron Station.
George II. Hersey of Buckfield has
filed petition in bankruptcy.
Caroline NJ. Andrews of Bethel has
been granted pension of $500 per
month.
In the list of provisional commence
ment speakers at Bowdoin College, an
nounced last week, appear the names OF
George b. Farnsworth of Bethel, and
Leon V. Walker of Oxford.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20

For the third time Hood Farm Almanac
has made it's appearance. This year It is
more elaborate and more interesting than
ever before. 1t consists OF "a pages,
crowded with matter that is OF interest
and value to all stock owners. There are
blank spaces each month for memoranda,
weather predictions for four sections OF
the country, valuable CESSATION table,
aud much information regarding the
famous Hood Farm Remedies, including
a large number of particularly strong
letters from well known breeders. ANY
of our readers who would like copy
should call on +. A. Shdrtlef q Co.,
South Paris.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
Deafness Cannot be Cured

by local applications. as they cannot reach the
diseased portion of the ear. There is only one
way to cure Deafness, and that Is by constitu
tional remedies. Deafness is caused by an In
flamed condition Of the mucous lining Of the
you have a rumbliDg sound or imperfect hear
Ing. and when 1t is entirely closed Deafness is
the result, and unless the Inflammation can be
taken out and this tube restored to Its normal
condition. hearing will be destroyed forever
nine cases out of ten are caused by catarrh
which is nothing but an infamed condition OF
the mucous surfaces.
We will give One Hundred Dollars for any
case of Deafness Caused by catarrh) that can
not be cured by Balls Catarrh Cure. Send fol
circulars, free.
FJ. CHENEY & CO., Toledo. o.
aS-Sold by Druggists, 75c.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
A MARVELLOUS INVENTION

Wonders never cease. A machine has
been invented that will cut, paste, and
hang wall paper. The field of inventions
and discoveries seems to be unlimited.
Notable among great discoveries is DR..
Kings New Discovery for Consumption.
1t has done a world of good for weak
lungs and saved many life. Thousands
have used it and conquered Grippe,
Bronchitis, Pneumonia and Consump-
ton. Their general verdict is: cts the
best and most reliable medicine for
throat and lung troubles" Every SOC.
and $1.OO bottle is guaranteed by F. A.
Shurtleff & Co., South Paris; Noyes
Drug Store, Norway. Trial bottles free.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
r.., ohrroh In pennsvlvania r

A little church in Pennsylvania re-
Gently celebrated the one thousand
millionth minute since Christ's coming
to earth. In an article on "Pierpont
Morgan, His Advisers and His Organiza-
tion," John Brisben Walker mentions
that Mr.. Rockefeller is popularity suppos-
ed to control one thousand million dollars,
and that one thousand million dollars
would represent the labor of ten thousand
men since Christ's coming to earth,
calculated at the average scale of wages
paid during the past two thousand years.
In the same number of The Cosmopolitan,
a very interesting calculation is made as
TO what the one thousand millions could
accomplish in the hands OF thoroughly
ambitious man.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
House Burned in Woodstock.

The house of Ronello c. Davis OF
Woodstock, located about two and one
half miles from Bryant Pond village, was
consumed by fire between II and !
o'clock Monday morning. The stable
which cornered on the house and barn
across the road were saved. The house
was insured for $1,000 in the Oxford
County p. of III. Insurance Co. Some OF
the household furniture was saved.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
WONDERFUL NERVE.

Is displayed by many man enduring
pains of accidental Cuts, Wounds,
Bruises, Burns, Scalds, Sore feet or still
joints. But there's no need for it. Buck
klen's Arnica Salve will kill the pain
and cure the trouble. It's the best salve
on earth for piles, too. Csc. at +. A.
Shurtleff & Co.'s, South Paris; Noyes
Drug Store, Norway.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
Four Months Trial Trip so Cents.
SPECIMEN COPIES

To the Honorable Board Of County Commits
sioners In and for the County OF oxford:
The undersigned, Inhabitants Of Oxford
County, most respectfully represent that common
convenience and necessity require the location
of new road In the town Of Sumner, commenc-
Ing at point near the foot Of the hill. north
known as the Is. Y. TueIl place. In said Sumner
and md near gate way at the bend In the road. In
the most convenient place; thence running IN
south. westerly course around the hill. and down
the valley, In the most feasible route, 20 tne
the point where the road turns TO go to North
They therefore pray that you will, after due
preliminary proceedings. locate said way.
dated this oath day Of November, 1902.
JULIUS P. SKILLINGS and 81 others.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
Died.

In BuckHeld, Jan. Is, Harrison futile, aged
In Rumford Falls, Jan. Is, Mrs. Mary f., wife
of George r. Marshall Of West Paris:
Howard Coburn, aged % years, 8 months.
In Lowell, Jan. IA, Mrs. Katharine, widow OF
Samuel Harrington, aged 80 years.
In Denmark, Jan. II, Mrs. Lucy, A. went.
worth, wife Of Moses E WENTWORTH aged o.
In Hartford, Jan. 8, VIM. Cole, aged 80 years
In Norway, Jan. Z, Lucinda E. Foss, aged 20
years, months. =.
In Norway, Jan. 8, Henry A. NJ bradpufy'
aged ~ years, 4 months, 10 days.
In Waterford, Jan. II, France Abbott Potter,
infant son Of G.. l.. and Lottie Potter, aged ]
month, 8 days.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20

It isn't fair to denounce all coal dealers
as robber barons in these trying times.
One Bath dealer, for instance, has just
refused an out of town offer of S1S a ton
for his coal. He could have made rising
SIP on the deal but said that he desired
to continue in the business and is selling
the coal to local customers at $40 ton.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
DOMESTIC TROUBLES.

1t is exceptional to find family
where there are NO domestic ruptures
occasionally, but these can be lessened
by having DR.. Kings New Life Pills
around. Much trouble they save by
their great work in Stomach and Liver
troubles. They not only relieve you,
but cure. Csc. at F. A. Shurtleff & Co.'S,
South Paris; Noyes Drug Store, Nor
way.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20
CASTORIA falntans and Children
The Kind You Have Always Bought
Bankrupt's Petition for Discharge.

In Fl fs pf'' &. # sur1ER, In Bankruptcy.
To the HON. CLARENCE HALE, Judge OF the
JlRED N. BUTLER Of Rumford, in the County
of oxford, and State Of Maine, In
said District, respectfully represents, that on
adjudged bankrupt under the Acts Of Congress
relating to bankruptcy; that ne has duly sur
rendered all his property and rights OF property,
and has fully complied with all the requirements
of said Acts and OF the orders OF Court toucnins
Wherefore he prays, that he may be decreed
by the Court to have full discharge from 81,
debts proyable against his estate under said
bankruptcy Acts, except such debts as are OK
cepted BY law from such discharge.
DA''" '''' FRED Il. CUTLER. Bankrupt.
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON.
DISTRICT OF MAINE, So.
ON this Srd day Of JAN. A. D. 1903, on read.
Ing the foregoing petition, It is
Ordered by the Court, that hearing DC haa
upon the same on the 2Sra Gay q =; yaa a.,d MA
trict, at 10 O'Clock In the forenoon; ana tnas
notice thereof be published In The Oxford Dem;
ocrat, newspaper printed IN said Distrlct, anu
that all known creditors. and otner persona IN
PRAYER of said petitioner should not be granted
And Il is further Ordered by the Court, that the
coniea of said petition and this order, addressed
10 them at their places of residence as stated.
Witness the Hon. CLARENCE HALE. Judge
of the said Court, and the seal thereof. at Port
land, In said District, on the 3rd day OF Jan.
A. d. 1908. o,,
a true COPY Of petition and order thereon.
Attest "A. II. DAVIS, Clerk.
Oxford Democrat. [volume] (Paris, Me.) 1833-1933, 1903-01-20

cess for supper, until $50 P. NJ. wednes-
day morning the railroad commissioners
drove over the route from Mechanic
Falls to Norway, and the arguments
were made 1T Augusta on Friday. The
decision ia not vet announced,