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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
THE ARUsE OF SOCIETY.
Titled Lady Makes n Few PERTH
ncnt Remurl<s on the Subject

ncnt Remuri<s on the Subject.
The abuse of society is favorite oc-
eupation with most people who cannot
force an entrance into it. 1t is not
even new. Cynics and satirists. preach-
ers and writers have wuged war on So
cial amenities all down the ages. We
know how Daniel denounced the Bah
ylOninn court and how Horace revealed
the proiligacy of Augustan Rome. Ev-
cry leader OF n regenernting move
mcnt, whether It be st. Bernard ex-
horting to crusades. st. Francis teach
ing Utopian poverty or John Knox
preaching reformation, has denounced
the easy morals and the easier stand
ard of the liberation of current socie-
ty. The reforlncrs of every age de-
nounce their own contemporaries In ac-
cents of varying degrees of violence
Rousseau and Noltairc poured cut dia-
tribes from different points of view
against the frivolous society which
was cut off SO abruptly by the guile
tine. but their denunciations fell on
deaf ears. Nobody" said Taileyrand,
could have any conception of how
pleasant society could be who had not
lived before the French revolution"
To reform those who will not be re-
formed is difficult The grandmother
of Ambrosine, holding scented pocket
handkerchief to her nose to keep off
the odor of the crowd AS she tripped
to the guillotine. and Mary, queen of
Scots, yawning in the face of Knox, eX-
actly typify the attitude of all ages to-
ward the Jereniiahs hammering ut the
portals of society.-A Countess in Lon
don Outlook
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Erenk Calculation,

We all like to puzzle our brains over
things which give certain and strange
results, but which we cannot explain
Here's puzzle that puzzles everybody
Take the number of your living broth
ers, double the amount, add to it three
multiply the result by five, add to II
the number of living sisters, multiply
the result by ten, add to it the number
of deaths of brothers and sisters, sub
tract 100 from the result. The right
hand figure will be the number OF
deaths, the middle figure the number
of living sisters and the left the nun
Der of living brothers.-Canton Satur.
duy Roller,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
instructive Fear In birds,

The instructive fear of death mani
Tested by birds is shown by the follow
Ing: a canary died, was buried, the
nesting place broken up, the surviving
mate removed to new cage and the
old cage thoroughly cleaned and put
aside till the following spring. Never,
however, could any bird afterward en-
dure being placed in that cage. They
fought and struggled to get out, and IL
all in vain their efforts they moped,
budding close together, thoroughly I'M
happy, refusing to be comforted by any
amount of sunshine, companionship or
dainty food. The experiment was tried
with foreign birds that had not been In
the house when the death occurred and
could not therefore have known of the
event by observation. But the result
was always the same. For the future
that cage was haunted.-Popular Sci
ance
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Little Early Riser

now and then, at bedtime will cure con-
stipation, billiousness and liver troubles.
DeWitt's Little Early Risers are the
famous little pills that cure by arous-
ing the secretions, moving the bowels
gently, yet effectually, and giving such
tone and strength to the glands of the
stomach and liver that the cause of the
trouble is removed entirely, and if their
use is continued for few days. there
will be no return of the complaint.
Sold by Smith Broe.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Young waspa Fried,

Young wasp grubs fried in butter do
not at first sight appear to be the most
alluring dish in the world, yet they
have been pronounced delicious by
those hardy eXperimenters who have
tried them. Fed us they are upon the
sweetest juices drawn from fruits and
flowers, they naturally possess deli
cate flavor. Perhaps the best way to
prepare them is to bake them in the
comb.-London Tablet
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
How 1t Really Happens.

"Johnny," cautiously inquired Mr.. Six
aweek of her little brother when he
called the other evening she" was
putting the finishing touches to her
toilet upstairs : have you-er does
you-er-do you-er-e ever hear your
sister speak of me?"
you can't pump me-" promptly re-
piled Johnny. 81 don't butt into my
sisters business"
Then Johnny picked up shinney
stick out of the hall rack and went out.
This is the way 1t happens in 900
cases out of 1000, but the funnyists
could never be dubbed into believing
ft.-Washington Post
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

To sleep at any moment is undoubt-
edly sign of physical soundness and
Philtstine sanity, especially in the mat
ter of the brain and its functions. A
physician would have little anxiety
about the general condition of patient
who could sleep at will on railway
journey. In these days of hurry and
hustle there could be no more encour-
aging sight to the philosopher than u
railway carriage at MONDAY full Of
sleepy passengers.-Med Press and
Circular
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
An Unhappy Suggestion

Miss Youngthyng- what would
you say, George, If l We're to tell you
l didn't believe one word you say re-
garding the lasting qualities of your
affection?
George would say that you are far
too wise for any ordinary man to mar
ry. Goodby.-B Baltimore American.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
From a Cat Scratch

on the arm, to the worst sort of burn,
sore or boil, DeWitt's Witch Hazel
Sslye is quick cure. In buying Witch
Hazel Sale, be particular to get De-
Witt's-this is the salve that heals
without leaving scar. A specific tor
blind, bleeding, itching and protruding
piles. Sold by Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Notice to Patrons of the Mancheste,
& Oneida Railway Company at
North Manchester Ia.


wish to call your attention to the
fact that great number of passengers
are boarding our trains at that point
without procuring tickets at our down
town office, and thereby causing great
loss of revenue to our Railway.
This is to notify you that unless you
procure your through tickets from this
station, which may be done by calling
here or telephoning us to send tickets
with conductor for your destination,
will be obliged to discontinue that
point as stop for our trains to pick up
passengers.
This do not wish to do, but unless
you cooperate with me in this matter
1t will be necessary to come to our sta
ton to board our train.
JNO. l. .SULLIVAN,
Gen. Mgr.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

Ascum-Say, n "bibliophile' and a
"litterateur' are the same, aren't they?
Newitt-Not much! A bibliophile is
most pleased with first editions, but II
litterateur struggles to achieve twenty
fifth or tiftieth editions.-Philadelphia
Press.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Treat your kidneys for Rheumatism

When you are suffering from rheu-
matism, the kidneys must be attended
to at once SO that they will eliminate the
uric acid from the blood. Foley's
Kidney Cure Is the most effective re-
medy for this purpose r. T. Hopkins,
of Polar, Wis, says. "After upsuccess-
fully doctoring three years for rheu-
matism with the best doctors, tried
Foley's Kidney Cure and it cured me.
cannot speak too highly of this great
medicine" Denton & Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
The Rays.

Recent experiments, by practical
tests and examination with the aid of
the NRays, establish it as fact that
Catarrh of the Stomach is nota disease
of itself, but that II results from re-
peated attacks of indestion. allow Can
l Cure My Indigestion Kodol Dys
pepsia Cure is curing thousands. 1t will
cure you of indigestion and dyspepsia,
and prevent or cure Catarrh of the
Stomach. Kodol digests what you eat
makes the stomach sweet. Sold by Smith
Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

~ wonder why they always call
them the wild waresf'" says the
thoughtful one.
u don't know, but 1 think 1 know
what makes them wild" says the
cynical one.
WHAT"
so many fools happen along, and as
soon as they see the waves they ask
What are tie wild waves saving y
Baltimore American.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

mnnnc called for n MOONLIGHT nipht.
he felt safe from identification. He
was ushercd into the LAWYERS library.
which was very cheerful and inviting.
All the walls were lined with books.
A few ornaments graccd the mantle
piece. and from the generous CRATE
came the warmth that filled the en-
tire room.
Hardly had Warde taken off his
oyercoat and ensconsed himself in a
chair. when the bell rang and Fenton
was announced. He came in disguise,
wearing n heavy beard. which Mt night
would easily prevent anyone from
recognizing him.
Mr.. Everett was by nature hospi-
table man. so he made his guests
welcome. and before they proceeded
to business he told few remarkably
good anecdotes. interlining them with
A choice punch of his own making,
the recipe for which was native of
Virginia and had been in the family
for more than 100 years. The lawyer
was in exceptionally bright spirits,
and his whole manner indicated that
he had something to tell which would
surprise them. In a dignified, lawyer
m Wy a., .s -,
- ~ 49,. : - -
- w.t.,
- !. =.
s' at ~. aaf,nsa +. :. 80
p ,,,arna+a, ,hat ,,,s+ ,>iadsa
,.a,, ho+h - seoreow hr+ r,uIt als,,
, no,, ~ nossess;on - - hao.nsa
r rn, oan hn+b hcln mo If ~. should
nuh,;sh II in tho naners Of N;ims tn.
,,rro,v I hove No 1nnh+ +h,t no,r,r
aran,,hoa,. IN tho ,;tv ,,,,,,,ia it,
- -. tha ;nron+ion ~ rann a,n,,,s,,
1i,r ynn also m,v feo,,ra - ~ he
| ;,oa;,l, -
which Won are familiar and which
have been withheld from tho n,,hl;c
| ,re corroborotiye of Wright,s stow
F, But there are many links missing
and only the most nainstaking lahor
| will enable us to comnlete the chain
The mystery that surrounds the
death of John r. Wright also neryadcs
| his entire business career The mar
| who in the public estimation xy,s :,
millionaire. died apparently almost a
| pauper. 1 am satisfied that some
where the two mysteries blend to-
gether and that the same key will
serve to unlock both. John L. Wright
had large estate and he made large
| sums of money in his business. Where
did it all go? The only answer to this
question is that it went 90 years ago
to buy him off from the gallows.
Have another sip of punch?,
The invitation was accepted, they
seated themselves about the table,
and the lawyer told his story to two
silent, breathless auditors.
n
Its wonderful story. but can It
| ever be established?" snid irving
helplessly. "
Fenton was deeplv Interested. he
was even excited. Here was some
thing worthy of his mettle.
| 81 think 1 can do something in this
case" he said. quietly. hut with some
thing in his tone that indicated SUBJ
dued enthusiasm.
The CLEAN in his eve and the COM
preston of his Inns were significant
| Fenton had a score to nav off md e
was not in human nature that he
should not be glad at having the OBJ
| portunity to ..get eyen.r RE was con-
/ l., f,.I4 4
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

Little Tommy-Can l eat another
piece of pie?
Mamma Cwitheringlyl-I suppose you
can
Tommy-Well, may 1?
Mamma-No dear, you may not.
Tommy-Darn grammar, anyway
Lippincott's.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
The Complaining Passenger

"That man." said the Gullford ave-
nue. conductor. "is as inconsistent as he
is ungrateful."
why, what is the matter now?"
'Why, t'other day he made big kick
because he had to hang on a strap, and
now he's growing because he can't
find strap."-Baltimor News.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Low One Way oolonist Rates.

On sale via Chicago Great Western
Hallway on the first and third Tuesdays
in each month to September 10, 1903, to
points West and Southwest. For fur
ther information apply to any Great
Western Agent, or j. p. Elmer, G. PA,
Chicago, LII. 18-14w
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
Warning,

If you have kidney or bladder trouble
and do not use Foley's Kidney Cure, you
will have only yourself to blame for re
suits, as 1t positively cures all forms of
kidney and bladder diseases. Denton
Il Ward.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
He Left the stnge Mt Hero.

At an auction sale that lasted for
the best part of a week the auction
eer's throat began to trouble him great
ly. and to save himself us much as.pos-
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

The largest done in the world is that
of the Lutheran church at Warsaw.
Its interior diameter is 200 feet. That
of the British museum library is 1870
feet.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

A recent report shows that 1859
Christians were murdered in 1901 by
the Turks. In only 81 cases were the
murderers punished, and then with not
more than four years imprisonment.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

A melon patch in cornheld will
neutralize the work of the
local Sunday school.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

If every mans mind was geared to
work little faster than his tongue,
many rash things would be left unsaid.
Philadelphia Telegraph.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

lures permanently inc cases nc UNDERTAKES
and sends ie neural Bile acme without taking a
fee from them. This Is Why he continues Ills
yisits year after r,whle other doctors have
made a few visits and stopped. DR.. Shallenber.
,er Is an eminently successful specialist in all
hronic diseases. proven by the many cures
ELECTED in chronic cases which I'VE batiied the
SKIN of all other physicians. His hospital OK.
perience and extensive pr etce have made him
so proficient that he can name and locat. a dis.
ease In few minutes.
Treats all able cases os Cata-rh.. Nose.
Throat and Lang. diseases. Eye and Ear,
tism, Paralysis, NEURALGIA Nervous and Heart
diseases. Blood J Skin d! cases, Epilepsy.
stage; diseases Of the Bladder and Female Organs,
Tobacco habit. Stammerlps cured
methods to prevent Its recurrence given.
A never-fa failing remedyfnr Big Neck.
PILES, FlSrUIlAE an RUPTURE guaran.
teed cured without detention from business.
Special nttention given to NIL Surgical
cases, md all diseases of the Eye, Ear,
Nose and Throat.
Glasses fitted and guaranteed. Granulated
lids. Cataract, Cross Eyes Strengthened without
M n
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20

The records left by the Phoenecians,
Assyrians and ancient Persisns show
that among all those nations the use of
perfumes was very common.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1903-05-20
The Wastes of the Body

Meat originally meant any kind OF
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
ELKTON

Mrs. F. P. Stout was in Graud
Meadow the first part OF last week.
Mrs. Rutherford returned from
Riceville Saturday.
Hanson Hanson, father NJ Eric and
Peter Hanson, died last Tuesday.
Kate Hartje went to Austin Satur.
day for an extended visit with friends
10 that city.
Minerva Stout is at home suffering
from a severe cold.
A few Of our boys attended the
masquerade in Grand Meadow Fri
day evening.
Mrs. e.. B. Smith spent Sunday
with friends in Grand Meadow. p,
Henry Hartje and Earl Rutherf orc
went to Riceville Friday to take in 9
hard time dance in that city.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. P. Stout spent Sun
day at the home Of Chas. E. Fair banks
Carrie Qualle returned to her home
south of town Sunday afternoon.
Henry Hartje has retired from the
firm of Hartje and Hagan and the
business will be taken care of in fu
ture by Chas. @. who will continue tt
meet all corners over the checker
board.
1ave Holms, fireman on the G. G.
w. visited his parents in town for {
few minutes Sunday while his trai1
was stopping here.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04


For the best drink ii q 25c coffee,
Fiester & Thomas. M
"A full line Of fancy and standard
groceries and fish at Dalager's.
Wanted girl for general house
work. Middleaged woman preferred.
Inquire at this Office. AZ /
Make your wife happy by burning
our Camel. coal. Austin Lumber e
Fuel Co.. Phone 16. G. M. Emmons,
manager. -: ..@
Wanted, woman to keep house
on a farm five miles from Austin
Steady job for right party. Inquire at
this office. AZ
You can get the best 25-cent meal
n the city at HunZiker's, the Farmers
Friend Restaurant, Mill street. Meals
at all hours
Livery subscriber who pays up fo1
the TRANSCRIPT to July 1903 gets q
new up-to- date map of Minnesota abso
lutely free. Call in and see them
Send in your subscriptions at once
while this offer holds good. If
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
The Fluctuations Of Trade.

The Fluctuations Of Trade.
An interesting study in the fuctua-
| lions in foreign trade and commerce is
furnished by the record of the year
1902, which shows a marked change
IN the share which the various ports
have had in the distribution of the ex-
ports of the United States.
The gulf ports show a falling off Of
about 13 per. cent in expectations as
compared with last year and the At
| hntic coast ports a decline Of about
10 per cent, while the lake and north
4rn border ports show gain of 3 per
Dent, the Pacific coast ports gain of
70 per cent and the Mexican border
ports an increase of Is per cent.
| These marked contrasts, in which the
Horts tributary to the Atlantic show a
deduction and those on the Pacific or
fronting upon contiguous territory
show an increase, are in keeping with
the general trend of the years CON-
herce, in which exports to Europe
show marked decline and those to
Asia and to the contiguous territory at
the north and south a marked growth.
Exports to Europe especially were af-
1ected by the crop failure Of 1901,
since breadstuffs and provisions form
the large proportion Of the sales of the
United States to that part Of the
world, while our exports to Asia, Mex
leo and Canada were less affected by
crop failures, since manufactures form
the bulk of our sales to those parts of
the world; hence the decrease in ship
ments through gulf and Atlantic ports
and the increase in those through Pa
cif1c ports and those fronting upon
contiguous territory.
While the foregoing figures, which
are furnished by the treasury bureau
Of statistics, include only eleven
months of the year, they are presum-
ably fair I'M dex Of the full years op-
erations at the various great doorways
through which the exports Of the coun-
try are distributed.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
Notice of Dissolution of Partnership,

The partnership heretofore existing
between Henry Hartje and Chas. G,
Hagan, as Hartje and Hagan, of Elk
ton, Mower county Minn., has been dis
solved. No more contracts or obliga-
tions shall be incurred in the firm
name. All debts owing by the firm
will be paid by Chas. &. Hagan, and all
debts accounts and bills due the firm
will be paid to Chas. G. Hagan.
Dated Jan. 26, 1903.
HENRY HARTJE,
4W. CHAs. G. HAGAN.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
RED STAR

RED STAR
Mabel and Nellie Hotson of Austin
visited at the farm Saturday.
We are wondering if Mr.. Petermau
caught the Ill. Central passenger al
Lyle that day.
J DeRemer and a. Hotson of Aus
tin, called here Tuesday.
Will Kellner Of Mona, was seen here
Sunday Jan. 25.
Two OF the boys were coming home
rom Lyle one evening and their bug.
gy broke. The worst OF it was, that
1t was Torg's side OF the buggy that
broke.
Mrs. J ;Peterman entertained he,
sister. Mrs. Krulish of St. Anspar
Iowa, Tuesday and "Wednesday. She
returned Thursday.
Will Pace of Lyle Center called on
friends here Sunday. -
The pupils OF Dist. No. 81 who have >,
been perfect In attendance and
punctuality during the month enGlino
Jan. 30th 1903 are MYRTLE Carrier
CharlOtte Carter, Leonard Carter
Arthur Gekler, Ora Gekler and Jessie
Peterman. = ~: = 3, : = '> >''1
Mr.. and Mrs. G. Tiedt. of Minnere
"a visited at z. Gekler's Sunday.
There was dance at &. .Gunderson,,
wednesday evening evening.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
WALTHAM

County Treasurer S. A. Smith was
at the bank Monday for those wishing
to pay taxes.
Rev. J. G. H. Martin and family of
Sabin, Mimi, were passengers on our
Friday train.
G. H. Sanders made a flying trip to
Kass0n, Saturday evening.
Mr.. Martin Of Rochester was the
guest OF his brother Philip, of this
place two days last week.
The Royal Neighbors have work in
the 3rd degree Thursday evening. A
fierce time is expected
W. F. Markham and wife of Sar.
geant, were in town a short time Sat.
urday.
The German class is progressing
nicely under the tutorship OF P. Rau.
pack.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
Farm. to Rent.

One mile north of Austin, 255 acres
good house, good barn, we'll watered
tor stock, spring water for stock win.
ters, in Austin graded school district
X miles from creamery. Will rent
for cash or on shares. If on shares will
put 16 COWS on farm. Possession given
March 18, 1903.
VIM. M. L1TCHFIELD,
P.O. box 346, Austin, MINI.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
A Bargain,

For sale or will rent if not sold by
the first of April, a good new nine
room house with three lots, cistern,
cellar, well and barn. Young orchard,
within blocks of Sumner school
building. 6O5-7-St. Also will sell a
good driving horse, buggy and cutter
Inquire of J. L. COOLEY. 49
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
Rerne an Honest Town,

6efno an Honest own. IS
Bsrne has the reputation OF being
He most honest town in Switzerland.
1k i said that not a single article has
bssn lost within the city without be.
3ng recovered.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
Teachers Examinations.

Examinations for State Teachers
Certificates will be held at the Austin
High school, February 5, and Z, be-
ginning at 8 a. m. First grade subjects
will be given on Thursday, second
grade subjects on Friday and Saturday.
FANNY G. G1Es,
1t Co. Supt. of Schools.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04

May Make Professor Mayor.
There - some talk OF nominating
President Elliot Of Harvard UNIVERSITY
g mayor Of Cambridge. Mass.
Mower County transcript., 1903-02-04
GREAT RED TAG SALE
Chicago Dept Store.

We have inaugurated RED TAG SALE
which will be the greatest cut price sale
experienced in this vicinity. No matter
what the price of the article, the Red Tag
will mark it at about one-half it's value.
Come early and get first choice. This
Red Tag Sale will save you more than
any special sale you ever attended,. We
are compelled to make Great Red Tag
Sale for the purpose of making room for
our immense spring stock which will
soon begin to arrive. We are willing
to be losers in order to accomplish this
end. This Great Red Tag Sale covers
everything in stock, including Dress
Goods, Cloaks and Furs, Silks, Shoes,
etc. Everything will be marked with
Red Tag, which means one-half value.
Chicago Department Store
Opposite Court House, AUSTIN Minn.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1903-03-28

appointed and who enjoy the respect and
esteem of the better element of their
white neigbbors.
These people in our Judgment should
be recognized. They are true and tried
friends Of the administration and will
dignity the service as well as advance
the interests of the government to
which they owe allegiance. These Ne.
gro-haters hold all of the state offices in
the South and have already secured
ninety per cent of the Federal positions
and are now bowling because the other
ten per cent are in the hands of the
brother in black"
1t may be that President ROOSEVELT
is already heartily sick of this southern
deception. If so, let us hope that his
awakening will be for the purpose of
preventing the contamination of the
prophecy of Secretary RooT, when he
said, SIN a short time, the white man
viii succeed in excluding the black man
from all offices IN the southern states"