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The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
Fire Started on Stage During the
Last Act and Spread to
the Balcony
WEAKER TRAMPLED UNDER
Hundreds of Women and Children Fall
Beneath Mad Rush for the Doors
and Are Burned to Death
in Few Moments.

Chicago Dec. 30.-(S -(SpeciaD Fire
that broke out in the Troquois theater
this afternoon cost the lives of from
800 to 500 persons. Late estimates
in the day by fire department officials
are to the effect that the number of
dead will reach fully 500.
The blaze started on the stage dur
ing the last act of the performance Of
Mr.. Bluebeard, A panic Immediately
resulted.
Before half of the people in the
theater could escape the flames had
spread to all parts of the building, and
in the mad rush for the street many
were trampled to death. The strong
er fought their way. past the weaker
and hundreds were trampled under
foot to be burned to death in the
fierce flames. The utmost confusion
prevailed and efforts at rescue were
in vain. &,
The various fire departments in the
vicinity were hurried to the scene but
by the time they arrived the flames had
spread over the building. The firemen
went to work heroically and in few
moments had taken three bodies from
the burning building. The first taken
out was that of a year-old child. The
infant had been trampled upon and the
flames had completed the work of the
frenzied mob that sought to reach the
street. The other bodies were those Of
two men.
The bodies of several women We're
found close to that of the child. All
were burned badly.
Fifteen minutes after the alarm was
turned in so bodies had been taken
fro mthe building, The most conserv-
ative estimates of the firemen We're
that fully 300 other persons were in
side the theatre, either burned to death
or unconscious.
Firemen and policemen say that
the bodies were piled five, feet deep
inside the theater. In nearly every
instances the corpses We're fearfully
burned and the hair singed to the
scalp.
AT 4:45 p. m. the fire was out, but
at that hour only about one third of
the bodies had been recovered.
At 4:45 Chief Musham, of the fire
department said that from personal
he believed there were
300 to 500 bodies in the first balcony
of the theater. That the number of
dead will reach the latter figure seems
certain at o'clock.
1t is believed that nearly all of the
dead are women and children, who
were trampled upon by the maddened
men who rushed franticaly for the
doors. At o'clock the firemen and
policemen were engaged in removing
the bodies from the building.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
MARY ANDERSON REAPPEARs.
Takes Part in Charitable Performance
In London Playhouse.

New York, Dec. S0.-For the first
time since her retirement, nearly Is
years ago, Mary Anderson (Madame
De Navarro), the famous American
actress, has reappeared on the stage,
says Herald dispatch from London.
The event took place at the Peoples
Palace, in the east end of London at
an entertainment given by the Rev.
Father Bernard Vaughan for the poor
sick and suffering among whom he la
bors. She sang several songs and
read the balcony scene from Romeo
and Juliet.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
NO TIME LIMIT SET
FOR RUSSIAN REPLY
DiIatory Tactics Of Japanese Cabinet
Are Causing Sentiment Against
1t At Yokohama.

Yokohama Dee, So.--At an extra
ordinary meeting of the prfvy council
today the fact was developed that no
time limit had been set for Russia's
reply to the last official note from the
Japanese government. Strong opposi-
tion is now publicly manifested to the
cabinet, owing to the dilatory tactics
1t Is pursuing.
The last ordinance announced invests
the commander Of Formosa with full
authority to act in case war is de-
clared.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30

New York, Dec. 80. -Radium is re-
ported to have removed a cancer which
had spread over the entire right cheek
Of William Hoffman, So years Of age,
Of Newark, N. Y. When he came here
for treatment several specialists ex-
pressed the belief that the growth
could be removed only by cutting
away nearly all the flesh on one side oil
his head.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
Want to FIGHT For Japan

New York, Dec So-The Japanese
consulate here is overwhelmed with Of
fers Of volunteers for service in the
Japanese army in anticipation of war
with Russia, cables the Times cores
pondent at Sydney, N. s. w. The
consul has informed the applicants that
1t is impossible to accept foreigners for
enlistment. Mi
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
Gigantic Steamer Ordered.

London, Dec. (SpeciaD-It is
reported that the White Star Steam
ship Company. operating passenger
steamships between the United States
and England, has placed an order for
new vessel 755 feet in length. The
new vessel win be 80 feet longer than
the Baltic, at present the largest steam
ship ahoat
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
PART or TWELFTH DISTRICT.
Hawaiian Lighthouses to Be Under
Control Of Government.

Washington, Dec 80. --(SpeciaD--
The federal government will take over
the lighthouse system of the Hawaii
an islands with the beginning Of the
new year. The islands will be an
nexed to the twelfth lighthouse dis
trict and naval officer appointed to
take charge. The present employees
are to be retained.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
For International Meet

New Haven, Conna Dec S0-Nego-
tiations probably will be resumed this
winter between Yale and Havard, look
ing to a dual International track ath-
.letlc meet III England next summer.
Yale it is understood here, stands
ready to enter such a meet as last
year, and is only waiting for the Har-
ward teem to join the movement.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30

ern Railway, which is operated oy
the steel company, were laid OFF and
1so more discharged. The men were
told that the company must cut down
expenses.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
canon law here and removing the re-
strictions provided for this as mis-
sionary country.


Toronto, Ont, Dec. 3d. John
Charlton, who recently delivered ad-
dresses in many cities Of the United
States in favor Of reciprocity with the
critically i'll at his home in
Owing to advanced age
there are fears for his life
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
MANY Men Discharged.

Chicago, Dec. sO.-on account of the
losing of the Illinois Steel Company's
Mill as South Chicago. 500 employees
4 the Chicago, Lake Shore & East
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1903-12-30
DEPARTMENT IS ENCOURAGED
First Step in Case Affecting Right to
Use Hot Springs Water.

Little Rock Ark. Dec. s1.--United
States District Judge Jacob Triber
has granted a temporary injunction
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
A FEW LEGISLATIVE PICKS.

A variety of bills were introduced in
the two houses of the legislature the
past week before the adjournment on
Friday till Monday. Among the impor-
tant measures were two primary election
bills. They are along somewhat the
lines of the much discussed Stevens bill
of two years ago.
The divorce law is sought to be amend
ed so that insanity may be sufficient req
son for divorce. 1t is cruel measure
and ought to receive speedy death.
Ex-Spesker Ray introduced bill to
constitute twenty days teaching month,
and that holidays, excepting election
days, shall be counted in the twenty.
The time spent by teachers in attending
institutes is also TO be counted.
A joint committee of the two houses
was appointed in conformity with re-
solution unanimously adopted, to inves-
tigate the cause for shortage of coal in
Wisconsin. Oul Assemblyman Dahl
was appointed on the same by Speaker
Lenroot. Senator McGillivary is chair
man of the committee. He was author
of the resolution
Today the final in the unanimous re-
election of John c. Spooner will be Ell.
acted by joint session of the two hou ses.
The democrats will vote for Hon. Neal
Brown of Wausau. Following the joirt
session receptions will be accorded the
successful and vanquished candidates
for senator. Col. Spooner will receive
in the Assem- bly, chamber and Mr.. Brown
in the senate room.
Assemblyman Cady submitted bill
increasing the term of Office of county
superintendent of schools from two to
four years, and changing the time of
their election from spring to fall, there
by taking the office out of politics.
Speaking of Scandinavians in the leg.
islature, Ellis Usher, says through the
Milwaukee Journal;
Mr.. Lenroot takes hold of his new
duties verv well. He is prompt and
business like, but he is no wnere near
up to the beauty standard of Lieut.
Gov. YIN" Davidson at the other end
of the capitol. YIN" has spick, new
tail coat white four finland tie and
a smile that is as bland as May morn.
ing. He too, makes good work at the
gavel. 1t may be noted as develop
ment of Las Folletteism, that both
branches of tine legislature are, for the
first time in the states history, in COM
mand of the Norsemen. The vikings
are at the helm" 'Skollw
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
NEW NORTH.

There are in Wisconsin, according TO
latest computation, 5000 900 acres of
land awaiting tillage. There are 450,-
900 acres of government land and large
tracts are held by the railroads. Some
where about $780, 900 acres are IN the
hands of numbering and improving COM
panies. The state holds some 377 900
acres, mostly good land Most of these
lands are in northern Wisconsin and
can be had at easy rates. The govern
ment land is open to homesteaders.
Other lands can he bought at s. 80 to
to $40 per acre. Fuel, water and pas
forage are always sure. The timber re-
naming in the cut-over lands is oftsc
marketable and sometimes very valu-
able. Crops never fail and many crops
can be raised which once were thought
impossible.
The dairy is the first thing to look
after, as the settler can start at once
with that at least as soon as he has
winter fodder. This will insure the
fertility of his land W Ion cleared and
keep it rich. Fodder crops are easy
and ralk. Some are trying tobacco;
tais - an exhaustive crop and must be
supplemented with the best tillage and
the dairy. Meanwhile the timber saved
in clearing will help to pay expenses.
But one rule should be adhered to; no
land cleared sho-ld be left untitled. 1t
is waste to leave it to grow up TO
brush. Where the land has already
been cut over and cleaned of all timber
in the numbering, the land is quickly
transformed into farms. But more in
itual capital is required since there is nc
lumber to cell
The settler must not indulge in specu
lative projects. He must go at work tC
farm Systematically and make every
thing he does, bear for what he is to d.
next. Haphazard work is lost work
Then he has the advantage of prospect
i've increase il the value of his lands al
the country is settled up. This increase
is as certain as any human affairs car
be. Railroads and other means Of com
munications are already in advance
The lumber roads are ready and have
only to be maintained and extended tC
meet the needs of the communities
Summer travel is setting that way and
must increase indefinitely. AS wealth
and leisure increase in the older portions
of the country, there will be an increase
in the number of those seeking health
and recreation among the lakes and
pines of the north. Those seeking inde-
pendent homes cannot afford to overlook
the possibilities of the new north. Mil
YANKEE JOurnaI
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

A late issue OF the Chicago Tribune
contains an interview with Congressman
Babcock in which he freely gives ex.
preston to the belief that it is encum-
bent on the republican party to redeem
pledges TO the people along the lines of
tariff reduction and adjustment of com.
mercial trusts. He remarks that the
majority party was successful in holding
control of congress because the people
believed that campaign promises would
be fulfilled. Mr.. Babcock states that
these things should be accomplished be.
fore the present session closes in March
This is the correct view to take of mat
tiers political, and the spirit should be
more thoroughly imbibed by Wisconsin
legislators about home affairs. And by
the way, IL might be suggested to Mr.
Bsbcock and other badger congressman
that they ought to make an effort to
have their federal benefciaries observe
the admonition.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
First publication January IS. 19O3,-i.
PROBATE NOTICE.
Order for L.nitinR Toe and Notice

Order for Limiting TIE and Notice.
VERNON COUNTY OOUPG--IN PRoBATE--IN
the matter o. the estate OF John Jorgenson
deceased.
On the application of Ole Emilsou admin.
istrator of the estate of John Jorgenson late of
Town Of Hamburg,sveruon county, deceased. no
one having required the appointment Of Com
misioners said estate:
1t is ordered, that all creditors are required
to present their claims and demands against the
said John Jorgensou, deceased, for examina-
ton and allowance on or before the first Tues
day of September, A. d. 1908. which time il
hereby allowed and limited for that purpose.
1t is further ordered. That all cl41ins and de-
nands so presented will be examined and adj
justed gafnst the said John Jorgenson deceas-
ed will be received, examined and adjusted be-
fore this Court, at its Courtroom in the court
house in the city of YiroQua in said county, at
regular term thereof, appointed to be held on
the first Tuesday OF September 1903. and all
creditors are hereby notified thereof.
1t is Further Ordered. that notice Of the time
aud place ut which said claims and demands
and OF the lime when the same will be received
examined and adjusted as aforesaid, and of the
time hereby limited for creditors to present
their claims, be g lven by publishing u copy Of
this order and notice for four successive weeks
once in each week, in the Vernon County Cen
sor, a newspaper published in the city OF Viro-
qua, in said county; the hrst publication to be
made within 10 days from the date hereof,
Dated this 23rd day OF jar. A. d. 1908.
BY the Court. D. o. MAHoEEY. County judge,
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Lancaster Teller How they did go
for La Toilette last summer charging
the game war1ens with making the
farmers pay license for hunting on their
own lands. But now that the govern
or's message recommends an amend
ment to the game warden law to the
effect that no license shall be required
of owners for hunting on their own
premises, you see articles half as long
as your arm in the PHster papers, by
"Sportsmen, denouncing La Toilette
for making this recommendation.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Madison Democrat: The action of
the Colorado legislature lie one that
should hasten the day when sena-
tors are elected by the popular vote.
In order to gain majority and elect a
republican senator the republicans
throw out seven democrats without a
shadow of law or reason for so doing.
The democratic senate retaliated by
throwing out two republican senator's
Such high.handed partisanship is off
the same piece with South American
revolutions, It is doing more to de-
bauch public honesty than all the sa-
looms and gambling houses in Colorado.
1t is lesson to youth that anything is
fair in politics
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
Caution

This Is not a gentle word-but when
you think how liable you are not to pur-
chase the only remedy universally
known and remedy that has had the
largest sale of any medicine in the
world since 1868 for the cure and treat
ment of Co -mption and Throat and
Lung troubles without losing its great
popularity all these years, You will be
thankful we called your attention to
Boschees German Syrup. There are so
many ordinary cough remedies made
by druggists and others that are cheap
and good for light colds perhaps, but
for severe Coughs, bronchitis, Group
and especially for Consumption, where
there is difficult expectoration and
coughing during the nights and morn
ings, thera is nothing like German
Syrup The % cent size has just been
introduced this year, Regular size IS
cents. At all druggists.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

England is beginning to take a SER
ious view of drunkenness. Under the
new sobriety and licensing act now in
operation in London l. is grcrnd for
judicial separation and publicans are
subject to fine If they sell to drunkards
with whose photographs they have been
supplied, and if drunkard is found in
publican's place the burden is upon
him to show that he supplied none of
the liquor. This is rather more law on
the subject than any American munic-
ipality of first Importance could enforce
and it is doubtful that even London
publican can retain mental picture of
every photograph furnished him by the
police
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
DessoiutIoa Notice.

The firm of Rogers & Williams is this
day dissolved by mutual consent and a
new firm organized under the name Of
Fl. d. Williams q Co. The new firm is
composed of FL. d. Williams, H. E. Rog-
ers and f. FL. Williams. e. NJ. Rogers
has sold his entire interest in the mer-
camille firm of Rogers a. Williams to
the new firm. The new firm is to col
lect all debts and obligations and pay
all liabilities of the old firm. Those
knowing themselves indebted are re-
quested to call and settle with the new
firm. E. NJ. ROGERS.
II. D. WILLIAMS.
Dated Jan. IA, 1908.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
Written for the Ceusor--
WHEN TIE PROPS GO DOWN
nY wuLLtAM HAuanrnN

W
DO you see that stately vessel?
AS within the dock she stands,
She is ready for the launching,
And she II visit many lands.
See the flag that floats above her
It's the ensign OF the brave
What a shout will rise to heaven
AS she strikes the yielding wave
When the props go down!
livery part was made for service
See that rutder stsunch and true,
And the keel to keep her steady
AS she cleaves the waters blue!
Twas for this the owners built her
And SO much they gladly gave
But tho beautiful, she's useless
Till she meets the welcome wave,
When the props go down
There are many gallant spirits
Getting ready on the docks
VIII they take the Pilot with them
Midst the shoals and rugged rockSI
Oh, ye loving hearts who labor
In work so grand and grave
Build them staunch and build them .nobl
For life's journey Ger the wave
When the props 80 down
Vir0qua, 1923
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
Notice.

The Singer sewing machine company
wishes to notify the public and its nu-
merous customers in Viroqua and vi
cinity that they have appointed Mr.. A.
S. Cobb as salesman and collector. His
Office is under the Lindemann building
in the L. s. express Office, where all the
wants of the Singer customers will be
attended to. Mr.. Cobb kind
ly bids for your patronage.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Matt Quay, the big political Moses of
Pennsylvania, has now as for the past
few years, held the United States Senate
In most subservient control. He by
some peculiar tactics, has blocked all
legislation not agreeable to his highness.
Just now he is defying the senate and
the country by blocking all matters till
his pet omnibus bill Is passed 1t must
be queer deal that permits this contin-.
uous farce
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
ST. Paui CALENDER For 1908.

Six sheets 10 by Is inches, Of beauti
full reproductions, in colors, of paste
drawings by Bryson, is now ready for
distribution and will be mailed on re-
ceipL Of twenty-five (25) cents-coin or
stamps. Address f, A. Miller, General
Passenger Agent, Chicago.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

A thoughtful and appropriate act was
that of Gov. Nash Of Ohio who has is
sued a proclamation urging that the Goth
anniversary of the birth of VIM. McKin-
ley, which will be tomorrow, Goth inst,
be observed by all the schools and col
leges in Ohio.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

II. Williams, San Antonio, Texas,
writes; Little Early Riser Pills ara the
best / ever used in my family. | I'M
hesitatingly recommend them to every
body. They cure Constipation, Bilious
ness, Sick Headache, Torpid Liver,
Jaundice, malaria and all other liver
Troubles. A J. johnson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

When you purchase ring you
want it right. There is but one right
kind of a ring. 1t must suit the occa-
sion and please the recipient. Here you
will find the right ring for any occasion,
any taste. JOS BoEHRER, Jeweler.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Secretary Of War Root has approved
the selection of Camp Douglas as one of
the three sites he was empowered to Sc
lect by the last congress This is big
thing for Wisconsin and will give her
military establishment the lead in the
northwestern states. The government
will very likely spend million in the
purchase of the $4,000 acres and in fit
ting 1t for use. All the surrounding
states viii be benefited as their militia
will be used in the maneuvers there
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Fatal kidney and bladder troubles
can always be prevented by the use of
Foley's Kidney Cure. A. J. johnson.
The crowned heads of every nation,
The rich men, poor men and misers
All join in paying tribute to
DeWitts Little Early Risers
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Why don you get that old clock
repaired2 Don't you know that TOwner
will call and get Them fix them Up and
deliver them to your Phone 115,
/ love thee, o yes love thee,
But it's all that can ever be,
For in my visions in the hight,
My dreams are Rocky Mountain Tea
A. J. Johnson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Antitrust sentiment seems to be
spreading in congress like prairie fire, {"
says an exchange 1t were better
statement to say that the antitrust sem
timent in the country is soaring con-
gress and the members feel that they
must do something Madison Demo-
orot
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

DO you want to trade for larger
farm or q smaller one. or for city prop
erty OF for Dakota land, or northern
Wisconsin lands or real estate anywhere
see the Western Wisconsin Land & Loan
COMPANY.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

Men can wear but little jewelry
The little they do wear must be in good
taste. It need not be expensive but it
must be correct" We make speci-
atty of gentleman's jewelry. We can
suit any fancy, any pocket. Our stock
of jewelry has never been better than
now. Designs were never more beauti-
full and varied. Prices were never lower,
Every thing worn or used by men is here.
Jos. BoEHRER, Jeweler.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28
Mill Property for Sale.

The individual one-half interest in
the -four and feed mill at Briatow, Yer
non Co. Wis, and three lots adjoining,
by Carrie Ramsett Erickson. admins
tratrix of estate of of john 5. Ramsett,
deceased. Water power. For terms
apply to Butt & Butt, Viroqua, Wis.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

kilograms from Stockholm dated the
10Th confirm the distressing accounts of
famine in northern Sweden. About
thirty thousand people are affected
The starving people are living on pine
bark made into famine bread. 1t is es-
timated the expenditure of six and a
half million dollars will be necessary to
save the population from defamation.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1903-01-28

David J. Ryan of Lincoln, Ill. gave
Harts Honey and Horehound to his lit
tie baby and cured it of Group He af-
firms that it is the best remedy he ever
used fol Group. Sold by A. J. johnson,
druggist.