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The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

1On can make no inlstAkp ny using
Hunt = Cnre for Itch letter Ringworm
and Itching Piles, No cure--no pay,
The idea Of having one man to look
after the roads In large township like
Van Bnren Ia great mistake, The
township should be devided into dis
tricts, with n man In each district who
Ia known M industrious, 10 look after II
with the 0yerseer as u general snperin.
tendent, Take II during the few rains
we had recently, IN quite number
Of places the dirt roads, where they had
been worked during the past summer,
became quNgmires, because there WAS
no one At hand 10 drain u low place
before the wagons had cut II into n
chuck.hole, All authorities on road
building agree that dirt roads should be
inspected after each rain aud pools OF
water drained OIL at once, when, IN
many cases an hours labor by one man
would put the road In shape, where by
waiting until the oypfBrer can get
around 10 fix II II may require days
And this Ia not the worst forNll during
tina, time It will be impossible to haul
full loads over those roads, for just ma
the w.akes, link limits tho strength OF
n chain, no the worst place In road
limits the weight Of loads to be hauled
over H.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
CURED CONSUMPTION.

Mrs B w Evans. Clearwater. Kan.
writes; MY husband lay sick for
three months The doctors said that
he had quick consumption We pro
cured bottle Of Ballard 4 Horehound
Syrup, and u cured him, That WAS
six wears ago, Since then we havs
always kept n bottle IN the house. We
cannot DO without II For eonghs and
colds n has no equal - 25c. soc, II 90.
Sold by W. II Ross-City Drug Store.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
CONS TIPATION.

Health is absolutely impossible II
constipation be present, Many serious
cases Of liver and kidney complaint
have sprung from neglected constipa-
ton. Such a deplorable condition Is
unnecessary, There IL cure for IL.
Herbine will speedily remedy matters.
&. A Lindsay, Pm, Bronson, Fla. :,
writes, Feb. 10, 1902 Having tried
Herbine, | find It fine medicine for
constipation, - SOC per bottle, Sold
by W. II. Ross City Drug Store,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
NEURALGIA PAINS.

Rheumatism lumbago and sciatic pains
yield to the penetrating influence of
Billiards. Snow Liniment. 1t pene-
trates to the nerves and bone and being
absorbed into the blood, its healing
properties are conveyed to every part of
the body, and effect some wonderful
cures. 25c, soc, 81 90. Sold by w n
Ross-City Drug Store.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
MANAGER WANTED,

Trustworthy lady or gentleman 20 manage
business IN this county and adjoining territory
FOR well and favorably known house OF solid
financial standing $1,000 straight cash salary
and expenses, paid each Monday by check
direct from headquarters, Expense money
advanced position permanent Address Manag'
or, 6l0 Monon Bldg, Chicago, Ill.,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
A Now Ono on Bob.


From the DeQueen Democrt
Rob'tL Rogers, candidate for att y
general, WAS here Monday, and spent
several hoors meeting the people Of De.
Queen. Bob IL sure Of being the next
attorney general and n better man could
not be found for the place. He IL
thoroughly qualified and ia full Of
vinegar aud the office will be we'll filled
with Bob at the helm.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

Henry Green, n negro employed At
the round house was brought before
Justice Ferguson Saturday on n wsrFent
sworn 20 by ORR Green Of Fort Smith,
an aunt Of the girl, charging Green
with the crime Of incest, the victim
being his i8.year.old daughter Green
waived examination and WAS committed
10 jail
There Ia something wrong on the Iron
Mountain aystem, While, with the fe'
cousyuction work going on and tho
TIA In bad shape, there Ia excuse Of
WRECKS from cars leaving the track
there can be no excuse for the rear and
heAdend collisions. which have become
20 be almost Of weekly 0ecurance, Either
there Ia negligence IN the diapatohcrs
offices or among ,hs train crews,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
A Few OF them In this County.

A Few of them In this County.
From the DeQueen Democrat.
While journeying through the interior
not long ago a traveller WAS surprised vt
the remarkable ignorance Of n venerable
farmer at whose house he stayed over
night. He seemed to know little or
nothing about current events, 50 the
traveller asked him why he did not take
a weekly newspaper and 80 keep himself
informed Wal, answered the farmer
when pa died he left me stack OF pa
pers that high lowering his hand to a
position just above his knee) and ain I
got half through the pile yet, SO what s
tn use getting morel'
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
Best Llnlment on Earth.

Henry d. Baldwin, Supt, City Water
Works, Shullsburg, Wis, writes: II
have tried many kinds of liniment, but
l have never received much benefit
until used Ballard s Snow Liniment
for rheumatism and pains. | think it
the best liniment on earth. csc, soc,
81 90, Sold by W II. Ross-City Drug
Store
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

"Safety' Liver Invigorator-only
20 Dimes a package at JOHN
O KANE DRUG STORE.
Dan Allen was down from Fayette.
vile several days this week visiting his
parents.
Miss Bertha Bryan returned Monday
from a visit to friends at Fort Gibson
and Muscogee,
The Racket Store presents IN this
Issue picture Of all articles advertised.
Exact reproductions of the bargains.
Rev. Finney was able to come down
TO his Office Wednesday, after being
laid up by sickness several days,
A number Of large wheel scrapers,
such as are used in railroad construction
work, were received here last week to
be used In county road work.
The Spooner Dramatic company, who
have played Van Buren, for many years,
opened for q three night engagement at
the opera house Thursday night.
j. T, Darby Of Pope county claims to
hold the season 3 record for picking cot
ton, He picked 1871 pounds OF the heecy
staple In nine and one.half hours,
For a pleasant physic take Chamber.
lain Stomach and Liver Tablets
Easy TO take. Pleasant In effect For
sale at John o Kane's Drug Store
Mulberry has new opera house, ana
II was opened last Thursday night by
the Tolson Stock company, who played
three nights engagement there
Potato buyers are contracting for the
fall crop In the vicinity Of Muldrow At
60 cents buohel, The crop Ia said TO be
fine and digging will begin soon'i
Geo. W. Bridges, Of Armada, made
final proof TO his homestead before the
county clerk last Saturday and Is eS'
pectne TO receive his patent to the land
pretty soon,
The Frisco depot at Fort Smith VIII
be formally opened on the 3O'h OF TINS
month. with its completion Fort smith
will have depot to which It can point
with pride,
wAsTED-sKvRRAL PERSONS OF CHAR
| ac,ot and rood reputation Nv each state loie IN
! MS county fpduifudl 10 represent ana hd!otlt,
! oid established wealthy business house OF sonu
financial alandlng salary vi 90 weekly WIN
expenses add uonal OIL payao,o ~ VIn ,.o o snd
| carriage furnished when necessary, Wleleno.s
! rneIosc solladdraed envelope Colonial W.
! Dearborn ~, Chicago
james Lowery left Tuesday fo'
Wagner and other territory points tc
prospect for the location OF drug store
MIR. Lowcry isa licensed pharmacist
| by profession though he has not to',
lowed his profession for number oil
years,
LANTERNS Just like
MIN the cut shows, only with
! E3Il ont reflector, New palen
rnMNM spring top, center dr"ugh'
M. MkI burner, We VIII mattel
H9I this against any Lantern
'TMulj In the country for bOo'
A The Racket store,
The bridge being built by tho business
men Of Alma at Rector ford is' nearing
comple,ion, II will prove OF mneh com
.,or,,al bepegt % the merchants OF that
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
Not Sick Day Since.

II was taken severely sick with kid.
ney trouble, tried all sorts OF medi.
cines, none Of which relieved me, One
day | saw mn nd Of your Electric
Bitters and determined 10 try that,
After taking n few doses felt relieved,
aud soon thereafter was entirely cured,
and have not seen n sick day since,
Neighbors Of mine have been cured of
Rheumatism, Neuralgia Liver and
Kidney troubles aud General De-
bility, - This IN what y r Bass Of
fremount, N, c. writes Only soc,
at +, q. kerr's Drug Store,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
Omen Your Mouth

And swallow one. Chatham Lax.
ative Chill Tablets combines all the
qualities of the best liquid chill Tones
Dose always ready. Dose always the
same. No cure--no pay.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
How 10 suooeoa IN e,,s,,ecs

Keep your liver In good condition 10y
using simmons Liver Purifier TIN
box, II corrccts the Constipation,
curee indigestion, billiousness, stops
Headache, ecte your heae IN the right
place ~ you eansmile ", your neighbor,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

Engine Foreman G. z. Plummer of
the Iron Mountain fell under the wheels
of moving train at Fort Smith Cross.
ing at Little Rock Wednesday and was
crushed to death.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

Prof Spencer, who for several seasons
instructed the youth of Logtown school
district, began first of the month dis
pensing ideas to the youth of Prairie
Grove school district.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
Repent of Your Sins

And use Hunt s Lightning Oil for all
pains, Catarrh, Neuralgia, Rheumat.
ism, Cuts, Burns, Colo and Diarrho@
Satisfaction guaranteed or money re-
funded. % and 50 cents.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
We Tell No Secrets,

1t is an open secret that Hunt 8
Lightning Oil cures everything but
broken hearts and softening of the
brain. IS and so cents.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

In our las, issue In giving Hat OF tho
officers elected by thu Daughters Of the
King We failed 10 state that Miss Clara
Emo, hns,de being elected president.
had also been chosen IA delegate to VI.
tend the national assembly ut postoa
IN 1904
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

The members of the Tolson Theatrical
company will quarter at Fort Smith
next week so as to be within easy reach
for the purpose of attending the trial
of Dr. Parchman.
The iremen of the Iron Mountain
railway have asked for = 10 per cent
increase in their wages The engineers
have made a like request for an increase
Of pay, which has been refused
Can anyone inform Us why with the
present low price of beef cattle our
markets do not reduce the price of beef
Instead Of being lower it is higher now
than when there was a dearth of beef
cattle.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

size lasts, one hammer, two avis, one
wrench, box OF tacks, with free direc
lions for half-soling, Set soc.
The Racket Store.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
A Perilous Leap

From Pixies Peak, IA, 1874 feet, will
not cure Softening Of the brain, but a
25 cent box of Cheatham 3 Laxative
Chill Tablets will cure chills. No cure
no pay.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
THE COURTS.

CIRCUIT COURT meets at Van Buren, on the
\ third Monday in June and November. J. II
Evans, Judge; R, L, Rogers, Prosecuting Atty
COUNTY COURT meets in Van Buren, on the
I list Monday in January, April. July and Oc-
sober.
DROBATE COURT meets the third Monday
l In February, May, August and November
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

Social Notices in the Local Columns Fire cenb
Line for first insertion, and 6re cents PEI
line for each subsequent insertion. Al iocdi'
run and charged for at above rates until on
d,rsd Discontinued
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
MEMS COWBOY

MEN ~ COW BOY
HAAS Ia two grades
Of black lelt medium
high crown { medium
wide bfinis Grade
No, IL Fac sDc
Grade No. g Fac h
u 90
The Racket Store,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

Sunday was an ideal day and very
few who could get out stayed In doors
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
Mistakes are Costly.

You can make no mistake by using
Hunts Cure for Itch letter Ringwornl
and Itching Piles, No cure--no pay,
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14
Unclaimed Letters.

The following is a list OF letters In the Port
ONCE at Van Buren,, Ark remaining uncallsd
for and advertised November A. 1908,
Adams, Jas Hutchinson, Minnie
Bell Clearie Kidd, W
Brown. Mary Mitchell. Riley
Davis, Wiley Maloney. 7 "
briggs Susan Parker Mrs Emma
Davis, Henry Roberts, II
Franz, JC Rule, ] p
Gardener x Stegall, John
Hawkins, Miller Walkinghood, MI
Wood, d C
Parties calling for above will please say ad
yertised and give date. A fee OF one cent wilt
be charged on all advertised letters.
J. Neal Postmaster.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

SHOE SETON
sisting of all the
necessary tools ; en-
abling you to do
your repairing at
home packed in a
, nice wooden box,
which contains the
following tools:
One Iron stand,
three d ifferent
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

Trains 30 and 40 run daily except Sunday. bal
.nce run daily
Pullman sleepers and reclining chair cars on
ali through trains Through tickets on sale to
all points.
r. W. FURRY, Tkt. Agt
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

The bridge being built by tho business
man ~ Alma ut Rector ford is' nearing
completion, 1t will prove of mnrh com.
0,orsIal beoegt 10 ,ha merchants OF that
town and Of great copycoicocs TO tho
public.
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

me Frisco system operates wide-vestibul
,,rjr Iiypttd truins. All cafe cars and diniIA
rnder the management OF Fred Harvey.
a. trains al
The Van Buren press. [volume] (Van Buren, Ark.) 1859-1914, 1903-11-14

BA " NV
the cut shows, only with
ont reflector, New patent
spring top center drousht
burner We VIII match
this against any lantern
In the country for SOC
The Racket store,
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
A December Marriage.

Tomorrow, Thursday, at the home
of the bride at Libertyville, Iowa
will occur the marriage of Mr.. W. W.
Wilson of this city to Miss Pearl Pol
lock. Mr.. Wilson is the gentlemanly
manager of the local agency of the
Singer Sewing Machine Company, ant
since coming here about year age
has gained the friendship and esteem
OF all with whom he came in contact
for his genial disposition and upright
character. While his chosen bride il
not known in the city, she will be
welcomed here by his friends, wher
they return to take up their home in
DEBORAH, Jan. lst ta ~.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
Marriage at Burr Oak.

At the home of Mr.. Geo. Kimber,
near Burr Oak. occurred the marriage
of his son Vincent B. Kimber, and
Miss Mable l.. Ackerson. both of Burr
Oak, the ceremony being performed
by Rev. Fl. f. Dorcas, at noon on
Wednesday, Dec. 18th. 1t was pri-
vate affair. there being but about a
dozen people present. Mr.. Geo. Price
and Miss George Bovee stood by the
contracting parties and saw them
safely through the portals of the new
life. A good dinner was served.
Then came the surprise on the COM
munity. Both these young people are
we'll known, Both are reasonably
we'll equipped to succeed in life, if
the neat and substantial dress for the
occasion is indicative of future life,
they will lead happy and prosperous
life. They have the best wishes of
host of friendn. Peace and prosperity
be theirs.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
Death of Mr.. G. P. Hong.

Mr.. Gilbert p Hong. we'll known
resident of tnis city for many years,
passed away at the independence
hospital last Wednesday, Dec. 10Th,
from pneumonia. He was born in
Norway. June 5. 1874, and came to
DEBORAH in 1862. where he has since
made his home. He was married to
Miss Elmina Simmons June 8, 1875,
who with two daughters, Mrs. G. P.
Stouffer of Charles City, and Miss
Ruby E., survive him. Two children
preceded him. The remains were
brought to DEBORAH last Thursday
and the funeral services held from the
family home Friday, Rev. DR.. Willett
officiating, with interment in Phelps
cemetery.
During his long life here Mr.. Houe
made many warm friendships and 8
wide acquaintance, who knew him a:
an Industrious, honest man, and who
will mourn his death.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
High School Notes.

Several of our teachers will hang up
their Christmas stockings at their
homes this year. Mr.. Johnson goes to
Greene, Iowa Mr.. Welstead, to Water
loo; Miss Bissell to Oregon. Ill. Miss
Hermann to Marengo. Ia. Miss Uhley,
to Castalia, and Miss Orr, to Postville.
a boys and a girls glee club have
been organized and will be under the
leadership of Miss Treat. We expect
great things from these clubs as they
contain the best singers of the school.
Prof. E. l.. Coffeen and family will
spend Christmas in Leroy, Mimi, at
the home of Mrs. Coffeen's parents.
School closes today for the ten-day
vacation. Work will be resumed the
fourth of January.
Prof. Coffeen will present a paper
at the Teachers Convention to be held
at Des MONIES next week. The subject
of his discourse will be. "The Waste
of Time in the Elementary and High
School Grades =
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
Marriage at Cedar Rapids.

The many friends of Mr.. David H.
Hill, of this city, will offer sincere
congratulations upon his marriage at
Cedar Rapids today to Miss Stella
Peters, of that city. The groom las
grown up to manhood in the city. and
for several years past has been faith
full and trusted employee of the Marsh
Music House. He is gentleman in
every sense of the term. and is we'll
worthy the prize he secures. Miss
Peters has made many friends in De-
corah during her numerous visits to
this city, who have learned to esteem
her for her many womanly graces and
admirable qualities. They will be at
home in this city after Feb. LIST.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
Something Doing.

The express going through this
transfer during the holiday season is
something enormous. Express Gers
going through are damned full and at
times unable to take all that is to be
transferred to them here. Night be-
fore last at local express office the two
trucks were loaded to the full capaci-
ty with enough for seven more truck
loads piled upon the floor. Agent
Sanders said it was nearly three
O'Clock in the morning before he got
through with the evenings work. ;. Ed.
Doyle is on the express run between
here and DEBORAH during the holiday
rush. --Calmar Courier.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23

There is no profit for us in the
Chicago Daily Tribune and Public
Opinion rate of So. so for both one
year, but we want our readers to get
the benefit of the low rate. Remem-
Der. this is good only during the
months of November and December,
and only to cash in advance sub.
scribers.
1t is sad to hear that some of the
organ peddlers have so much to say
against the Kimball Pianos. This
gives US walking advertisements. as
the good people all over the world
know the Kimball to be strictly high
grade, standard instrument. Tarve.
stad 5C-2
"A new line Of furs ordered
especially for Christmas, very good
aud reasonable in price at Schuck Dry
Goods Co.
We have the reputation Of selling
the best footwear and we guarantee
you satisfaction. John @. Hexom. soft
Mrs. O. e. Roberts, San Francis
CO, Cal. Would not be without Rocky
Mountain Tea in our house. It's a
great family remedy. Makes and
keeps us we'll. R. A. Engbretson.
-Vesey's Anti Cholera medicine is
OIL sale at Brunt e. Parman's. Ask
them to explain the merits of this
wonderful hog remedy. Protected
pigs pay. 45tf
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
Will Buy Hogs.

The we'll known firm of G. Il. Len
non q Co, Oh Saturday added to the
business in which they nave been Sc
long engaged department for the pur.
chase of hogs for the market, and in
the future will give this close atten-
ton. In the many years that they
have been engaged lin the buying OF
grain in this county they have become
known as honest, conscientious bust.
ness men, and in their new occupation
will doubtless enjoy an increased
business. We wish them success.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
Annual Masquerade Ball.

The annual masquerade ball of
Rescue Hose Co. No. l will be given
at Steyer's opera house Oh the evening
of Jan. 18th. This annual event is for
the benefit of the treasury Of No. l.,
and should be literally patronized
by our people. Good music will be
furnished and very pleasant party
guaranteed to all 1915
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
A Most Pleasing Function.

Mr.. and Mrs. W. Fl. Burtis enter
tanned the members of the DEBORAH
Dancing Club in a most delightful
manner at the Rudolph hall last We'd
nesday evening. The hall had been
handsomely decorated with pleasing
electrical effects, sdraperies, cozy
corners, etc., and the program as ar
ranged was carried out to the pleasure
of all who participated. AT an ap-
propriate hour dainty refreshments
were served. The event was a signal
one in the seasons social circles, and
was heartily enjoyed by all.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
In the Bonds of WedlOck.

Last Wednesday Justice r. f. Glib
son performed the ceremony which
united for life Mr.. William j. Fred
ericks of New York City to Miss Lii
liam M. Peakman of this place. This
couple came here few weeks ago,
Miss Peakman occupying the Spur
gallery and Mr.. Fredericks being as
sociated with her in the Photographic
work. Since coming here they have
won many friends who will join US IN
wishing them much joy and happiness.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1903-12-23
j. ]. Marsh, Postmaster.

We hope that many of our readers
will take advantage this month aud
next of the extra clubbing rate of 3d. 80
for the Chicago Daily Tribune and
Public Opinion, both one year. There
can be no better rate for two such ex-
cellent papers, and we have secured it
after extended effort.
We have fine line of mems
Christmas slippers i'll alligator and
Indian head patterns. They are very
pretty and strictly new. Bromley &
Co.
Reed q May, successors to j. j.
Marsh, have the most complete line
of bob sleighs and cutters in De-
corah, with prices that will please
you. Gall and see them. soft
Shoes and slippers are very accep-
table presents for Christmas. We have
full line of both in all the newest
styles and widths. Come in and see
them. Bromley 81 Co.
Short order lunches served we'll
and quickly at f. ]. Powers Palace
restaurant, Central block.
Christmas cigars in all forms, by
the box or in bulk at Trzcinski's bar
Der shop.
$40 buys good quality, black dog
skin coat with quilted Innings. Bears.
1t matters not what competitors
say. the Kimball Pianos speak for
themselves. 500
Plymouth Rock chickens for sale.
Joel Dayton.