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Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Famous Old clock stops.

Thousands of Parisians who are in
the habit daily of setting their watch
es by the famous clock on the bourse
were filled with dismay the other
week when the famous timepiece was
seen to lose several hours in the
course of day and then stop alto
gether. For many years the bourse
clock has been considered one of tho
infallible chronometers Of the city.
Apparently the recent additions and
improvements of the old bourse have
been too much for its delicate mech
anism.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

cess with which
Secretary Cortel-
you has managed
to get the new de-
partment of COM
merce and labor
into effective run
ming order.
1t was a far
more complicated
task than it could
have seemed to an
outsider who was
not familiar with
the routine of adj
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

charming diplomat
who has ever been
detailed to repre-
sent a foreign coun-
try here as an am
bassador.
Sir Michael had
been in Washing
ton as the British
ambassador l e s S
than a year, and yet
he had won a pop
u | a ri y t h a t
amounted to affec-
ton. He was gen.
tie, cultured, mag
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
California and Arizona.

The Chicago Great Western Rail-
way will sell tickets Sept 18TH t."
Nov. Both. inclusive to points above
named states at a reduction of Sl5 90
from usual rates. If you contemp-
late going it will pay to inquire of
Elmer, G. P. A., Chicago, for full par
ticularS. nov 30
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
One-half Fare PLUS x2 90

To all points in Arizona, Arkansas.
Colorado, Indian Territory, Kansas,
louisiana, Missouri, New Mexico, OK
lah"ma ard Texas. Tickets on Sat.
Oct 9Th and goth; Nov Sd and nth.
For further information apply to any
htca9n Great Western Agent, or to
j. ?. Elmer, q p. A Chicago, III.
Nov. 18th.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
A Perfect Painless PHI

is the one that will cleanse the sys-
tenn, set the liver to action, remove
the bile, clear the complexion, cure
the headache and leave good taste
in the mouth. The famous little pills
for doing such work pleasantly and
effectually are DeWitt's Little Early
Risers. Bob Moore of Lafayette, Ind.
says: Gan other pills have used grippe
and sicken, while DeWitts Little
Early Risers are simply perfect
Sold by Shuttleworth Drug Co.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Care of Table Linen.

Look over both table cloth and nap
kins before they are put to soak. Place
the stained portion of the linen over
a deep bowl and pour boiling water
through it. repeating the operation un-
till the stain disappears. Soap will
set stains made by fresh fruit, SO
1t is necessary that they should be
taken out before being laundered.-
Cincinnati Gazette.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

U u I 1 U 3 3 y I
feathers is Lieut..
Col. Clarence R.
Edwards, the chief
of the bureau Of
insular affairs in
the war depart
ment.
Col. e d W a r d g
has been at the
head of the bureau
Of insular affairs
ever since it was
created as an out
growth of the war
with Spain, and
under him II has
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

finally resulted in the grievous diplo-
matte tangle Of three years ago in con-
nection with the Boxer uprising.
He is held responsible also for much
of the i'll feeling which grew out of
the Kishineff affair last summer.
The count is man of striking per-
sonal appearance and of great accom-
plishments. but it is no secret that the
state department would not grieve
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Infallible Sign.

Bacon-Can you tell when hair has
stopped growing?
Egbert-Yes; when you find it in the
butter you can make up your mind 1t has
stopped growing.-Yonkers Statesman.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

SaQOr.
c gu n t Cassini
has been here sew
eral years, and he
has the reputation
Of being one of the
most accomplished
diplomats in Eu-
rope; but some
how or other he
has always had
the Ill fortune to
be mixed up in a
fuss In every cap
ital to which he Is
assigned. At Pc
ling he Is credited
W 1t Ii h a v in G
S t irr e d up the
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
COMMENT AND OPINION.

Cen. Miles may have noticed what
lapretty jolly Elihu got when he uprooted
himself from the war department.-At-
lanta Constitution.
President Roosevelt should call
down Hanna. Cullom, and that section of
the administration press which is fan
ming revolutionary fires in Panama.-Al-
.bany Argus.
III the administration Is so worried
about getting the money back into circu-
.lation among the people 1t might begin
BY adopting measures calculated to stop
taking 1t away from them by excessive
'taxation.-The Commoner.
Never Quarreled.
II am proud to say" remarked Mr..
Neotkton, "that my wife is not what
could be called quarrelsome woman
''Indeed7"
II never knew her to quarrel in my
IFS. She merely announces what she
wants, and that's AN end Of the mat
Yer. "-Washinsten star.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
A Problem.

He's engaged to one Of the Bagley
twins"
Which one?"
That's what he's trying to find out
himself. Chicago Post.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
One Fare Plus se. 90, Round Trip Rate
Via Chicago Great Western Railway

To points in Canadian Northwest.
Old Mexico, New Mexico, Minnesota,
Texas, Georgia, Florida and Nar.h
Carolina Ample r. turn limits. Tick
cts on sale Oct. 9th and Goth, Nov.
Bird and 18th. For further informa.
ton apply to any Great Western
Agent. ur j. P. Elmer, G. p. A., Chi
cage, Ill. nov IL
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

cures made by DR..
kilmer's Swamp-Roo
the great kidney, liver
and bladder remedy.
1t is the great medi-
caltriumph Of the nine
teenth century; dis
covered after years of
scientific research by
DR.. kilmer, the emf
nent kidney and blad-
der specialist, and is
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

wonderfully successful in promptly curing
lame back, kidney, bladder, uric acid trou-
bles and Bright's Disease, which Is the worst
form of kidney trouble.
DR.. Kilmer's Swamp.Root is not rec
commended for everything but II you have kid
ney, liver or bladder trouble 1t will be found
just the remedy you need. lthas beer tested
in so many ways. in hospital work. in private
practice, among the helpless too poor to pur-
chase relief and has proved so successful in
every case that special arrangement has
been made by which all readers Of this paper
who have not already tried 1t, may have
sample bottle sent free by mail, also book
telling more about Swamp Root and how to
find out if you have kidney or bladder trouble.
When writing mention reading this generous
offer in this paper and Ef
send your address to 4@szags i: Ia
Or. Kilmer s. Co. Bing- e}!! &C.
hamtcn, N. Y. The aaslslE1. Mks3 3z@
regular fifty cent and Home Of svampRoot
dollar sizes are sold by all good druggists.
Don make any mistake, bui re-
membnr the name, Swamp Root. DR..
kilmer's Swamp-Root, and the ad-
dress, Binghamton, N. Y, on every
bottle.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Strenuous Overture

Tom-Did Miss Warbler sing for you
the other evening when you called on
her?
Jack-Yes, she sung couple of songs
after good deal of pressing Chicago
Daily News.
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
DO YOU GET Up
WITH LAME BACK ?
Kidney Trouble Makes You Miserable.

Almost everybody who reads the news
papers Is sure to know of the wonderful
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20

Mourns the Loss of Herbert.
In thu. unexpected death of Sir Michael
Herbert Washington loses the most
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Cortelyou,. success.

One Of the most notable things in
Washington recently has been the sue
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
WASHINGTON GOSSIP
Doings of the National Capitol That
Are Of Timely Interest.
SOME DIPLOMATIC CHANGES
Interesting Figures from the Morgue
OF the Post Office Department.
Stupcndous Tasks Performed by
Some Government officials.

Washington.-Over at the post office
department there is place called the
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Deplomatic Changes.

Diplomatic Washington is also to
lose Count Cassini. the Russian ambas-
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Valuable Armyof

A quiet, modest, keen-witted army
officer who is doing great work with
Twice-a-week plain dealer. (Cresco, Howard County, Iowa) 1895-1913, 1903-10-20
Democratic Ticket.

Governor-J. B. Sullivan, Union
County.
Lieutenant GOVERNOR. D. Butler
Iowa County.
Judge of the Supreme Court. B.
Caldwell, Tama County.
Superintendent of Public Instruc-
tions-A. r. McCook, Howard County.
Railroad Commissioner-W. S. Porter
Hardin County.
County Ticket.
For Representative,
J. f. SHUT.
For Sheriff,
A. G. CAMPBELL.
For Treasurer,
q. B. LAUB.
For County Superintendent,
HELEN L. CHAPLIN.
For Supervisor, I'd District,
HENRY KNIPPLING.
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'flVJNEGH2I
LlE TEEE. IAY.


Your daughter" said Mrs, oldcas.
tie after being conducted through the
newly finished wing Of the magnif-
cent palace occupied by the Bulllng.
tons, has such a splendid vocabu.
larry"
DO you think so?" her hostess
replied. Josiah wanted to get her one
of them escrltoires, but made up my
mind right at the start that vocab-
ulary would look better in room
furnished like hers is, even if it didn't
cost quite so much"
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
CHAPTER XVI.
From Over the Sea.

The Marquis of Montezuma bowed
low His face was as calm and unruf-
fed as the summer sky; not even for
an instant did he betray the slightest
emotion, and yet the surprise must
have inwardly staggered him.
The presence of Dona Juanita here,
in England-did 1t portend disaster to
his long-cherished plans?
AS for the naughty daughter Of the
dons, she was affable enough, and
smiled while extending dainty hand
which he was compelled to accept.
Lady Catherwood had scurried away
to look after some necessary details
connected with her duties as hostess
for one cannot entertain and enjoy
themselves at the same time.
A silence fell upon the two.
The senorita was looking at her
companion under half-closed lids. and
he awaited what he knew was coming
awaited 1t with that calmness natur-
al to security.
"Senor Jack, between you and me,
there Is no need Of this GOODNESS, this
secrecy Surely you could not believe
me SO blind that ] did not recognize
you at the first glance" said the girl,
suddenly laying a hand on his arm.
Il realized that and have been
simply waiting until you might see at
to speak. You see admit all you
say-I am free to confess II" WAS the
cool reply he made
'iAh. Senior Jack, you are a sphinx
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BOOK THREE.

Aho A-oNohA C-@oNf
Two weeks more suficed to make
the Marquis of Montezuma famous in
London. Every day new accounts Of
astonishing features connected with
his life appeared IN the papers
Naturally the Marquis was the most
sought after man In ali London.
Bushels of invitations poured in
upon him over which his secretaries
we're busy all day, their labor being
usually polite note. declining the
honor ON account Of pressing engage
nents.
The Marquis accepted few invita-
tons, and these generally took him
to the clubs, though the season was so
late few notables could be met with
there.
Captain IAvermore had forced the
Hon. Prentice I.angfcrd to keep his
word--he had early made the acquaint-
ance OF the American Midas, and they
reached the friendly stage Of inter-
course that is marked by a game be-
tween gentlemen, hut somehow. for the
first time in his life, the genial cap
tain found luck run harshly, and, In
stead Of handling some of the wonder
fui wealth of the nabob, he was strip
rcd Of all the ready cash he had at
hand.
Certain Of retrieving his fortunes,
ne played time after time. Finally he
Btaked his all on last chance. EVIL
fortune followed him to the very end
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
OFFICIAL ROUTE.
U. C. v. Reunion, New Orleans, La,
NAV 10Th TO pod

May 18Th 10 2Zd.
Round trip rate of only one cent per
mile In each direction will apply from
all points on the Houston and Texas
Central r, r., via Houston and Sun
set-Route.
Tickets will be on sale May 18th and
18th and will be limited TO May Gath
with privilege of extension to June
18th.
The Confederate Veterans Spe-
cial,' a solid train. will leave Hous-
ton at 1880 p. M, May 18th, for New
Orleans. Arrange to reach Houston
so as to leave on this special train.
All arrangements for your comfort
have been perfected, and your trip via
the OFFICIAL ROUTE as indicated
above, cannot prove otherwise than
enjoyable. Write for literature to
NJ. l.. ROBBINS, 7. ]. ANDERSON.
G. p. & 4. A., A. G. p. & T. a.
Houston, Texas.
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49,"
he was compelled to drink the dregs,
for he had lost.
Then, looking up into the face of his
opponent, he saw a sparkle in the eyes
of the Marquis, glow of triumph that
gave him cold chill
Where had he seen that same look
before? Cudgel his brain as he would,
he could not remember. u am done
for tonight, MARQUIS; you have won
all possess; your luck is prodlgious,"
he said, as he rose.
"Ah! indeed, you are kind to say so,
captain; but assure you 1t wan not
always the case. The demon of mis-
fortune has had his little fling at my
door, even as he now knocks at yours,
but you see / lived through 1t, and my
hour has come. Shall we enjoy any
further social play captain? l assure
you, 1t is rare pleasure for me to en-
gage in this little pastime with gem
tleman of your skill and attain
ments,"
II hope to see you again If am able
to scrape any part of my resources to-
gether If not, Marquis, you can be
satisfied that am down to bed rock.
never yield while have single
weapon left in my hand" he said
grimly
IT can we'll believe that, captain, y
and, returning Livermore's stiff bow,
he watched the soldier saunter among
the other club members, chatting with
this one and laughing at some sally as
though nothing had occurred to dis
turb his equanimity
The Marquis frowned
He knew this man was absolutely
ruined. and yet his victory had been
robbed of half its sweetness because
he had failed to queneh that indomit-
able soldier spirit that refused to
Hnuckle under at misfortunes call.
That afternoon he attended a garden
party at Lady Catherwood's palatial
home. Here he was, as usual, the lion
Of the occasion, and his hostess was
kept busy introducing him. Finally
they approached single figure, stand
ing under a royal palm that had been
brought from the famous Catherwood
conservatory for the occasion--the fig
ure of a young woman
Her back was toward those who adj
D.
poise OF her proud head If her face
did not dlsappoint the anticipation
aroused by this first glance, she must
4 be At subject for an artists dream.
my DEAR have succeeded in rescu-
ing the Marquis, and bring him cap
tive in my train to pay his respects
to my guest and kinswoman,' said
Lady Catherwood, blandly.
The uueenly figure turned and in so
doing came under the soft light of a
nearby lantern.
Thus the Marquis found himself face
to face with spectre of the past
again in memory he could see this
gloriously beautiful creature gracefully
gliding about in the dance. while man
dolins and guitars struck weird chords
that served as time to her flying feet;
again he could see the gay sash tied in
a knot that ornamented one plump
shoulder, while shining knife fast
ened by scarlet ribbon, decorated the
other, the cold, cruel blade nesting
against her heaving bosom as she thus
invited her hot-blooded admirers to
meet in mortal combat, for the guest
of Lady Catherwood was no other
than Senorita Juanita, the belle OF
Gautarica.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
AousroM PAcKINe coMPANY.
packers and Jobbers Of Beef and Pork
Products.

Houston, Texas, April 10, 1903.
We are in the market regularly for
fat cattle Of all kinds. We are also
In the market regularly Offering the
manufactured product. We invite
your attention to some of the advan-
tages of this Market to the shipper
OF live stock, short haul, you sell d.
rect to the packer, cattle are weighed
Immediately on arrival, no delay In
making settlements, no commission,
no yardage, and as the market is near
at home you are not Obliged to be
away from home more than one day
in marketing your cattle. TO the buy
or of the manufactured product we
offer the inducement of low cash
prices and first class goods; our hams
and bacon are as sweet as a nut and
go direct from our smoke houses to
Che consumer we offer a full line Of
sausage, lard, dry salt and smoked
meat To truck and berry growers we
recommend our blood, bone and tank
age fertilizer. We solicit your CORE.
spondence.
rTnr1crnNr uACKTNrC IN
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
WlIIIna to compromlse.

Mamma--"Ohl you bad boy!
Where have you been all this time?
Don't you think you should be
ashamed to worry your mother so?'
-i4ass,-
be ashamed that worried you If
you'll promise not to tell pa anything
thatll worry me-"
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oHAPrE AZ loontlnued.l

OHAPTE XIV (Continued.)
He hurried over to the table, upon
which he laid couple of bank notes,
and tearing sheet Of paper from his
wade mecum, wrote upon 1t these
words:
Accept this from a friend. Hope
for brighter things in the future
trust in God"
A movement on. the part of Masette
warned him it was time to be gone
he only fingered long enough to pin
the money and the note to the table
and then walked hastily down the
stairs.
Once outside the marquis walked to-
ward the Strand with a swinging
stride-he seemed to have thrown off
some OF the cynical moodiness that
had marked his intercourse with all
men since striking London.
Finally he drew up at shop almost
in the shadow of st. Clements church,
in a neighborhood famous for its lit
erary and artistic atmosphere.
Over the door was the sign OF Duval,
sacred to many who had handled
brush or crayon In the worlds me-
tropolis
M. Duval saw a prospective purchas-
er, and of course. was all smiles.
certainly, he always kept
them in stock and had the means Of
reproducing any photograph at short
notice
He watched the customer separate
half dozen of the little paintings on
ivory from the rest, and marveled at
the ease with which he had thus pick
cd out all the works OF one brush.
"These are the only decent ones you
have. Tell me how much for the lot"
he said. quietly.
Mr.. Duval named price far in ex-
cess of their intrinsic value, judging
that he must have been blind to their
merits, and was Immediately cursing
himself under his breath for not hay
Ing added on a third more, for the
marquis carelessly threw the amount
down.
rhis artist pleases me, sir. I
would like to have a dozen family por-
traits done by the same brush. For
each Of these L shall pay five pounds to
the artist and your commission of one
-...--.,.r--li...4.. .z,-s----ae's
The dealer snatched at 1t eagerly.
Consider 1t settled, then. Now, I
am an expert at this work. It Is evil
dent to me the artist is a lady"
Monsieur is quite correct" bowling
low and rubbing his hands together
with pleasure.
very good. There is no need Of
paper between us-a nudum factum is
quite sufficient But, my dear Mon
sieur Duval, remember, they must be
BY the same brush"
by tomorrow, monsieur, shall
hand you in a package Of family pic
lures which wish to add to my collec-
ton OF miniatures. / shall also leave
the money here, knowing you to he an
honest man. to be paid to the artist,
as fast as she completes each ivory"
Mon Dieu; 1t is one great pleasure.
Would that there we're more custom
ers like you, msieur. 1t would then
bs happiness to be in trade" said the
BATTERED and delighted dealer in pic
lures.
The marquis took his Leave, filled
with sensation of having started the
ball rolling, nor was 1t until he had
gone that NJ. Duval thought to recall
the fact that he had failed to ask his
princely customers name.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
Beware Of olntments for catarrh That
Contain Mercury,

As mercury will surely destroy the sense Of smell
and completely derange the whole system when
entering IL through the mucous surfaces. Such
articles should never be used except on prescrip-
tons from reputable physicians, as the damage
they will do is tenfold to the good you possibly
derive from them. Halls CataTrh Cure, manu-
featured by r. J, Cheney & Co., Toledo, o., con-
tains no mercury and is taken internally. acting
directly upon the blood and mucous surfaces OF the
system. In buying Halls Catarrh Cure be sure you
get the genuine. Ii is taken internally, and made
in Toledo. Ohio, by +. j. Cheney & Co. Tesii-
monials free. Sold by Druggists price I5c bottle
Halls Family Pills are the best
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15

Say" asked the red-faced man In
the hotel writing-room, "how do you
spell 'unmitigated?"
why" replied the stranger next
to him, its u-n-m-i-t-say, my friend,
| wouldn't advise you to call man
liar of any sort in a letteEYouI
get yourself In trouble.n
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
So Waos the World.
1cean,

Crabshaw-I'm thinking Of getting
my lie insured for $4,000. If any.
thing happened TO me that would In.
sure your comfort in the future.
Mrs. Crabshaw--Indeed It would, my
dear. With that much money I'd be
sure to capture another husband.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15

Mrs. Annie Rosenberg of Laramie,
Wyo, is the only woman undertaken
in the Rocky mountain region. She
holds certificate of competency from
the Colorado board of health, having
first engaged in this business In that
state.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15

Teacher-Can any little girl tell me
Who was Columbus?
Sadie (frantically swapping her fin.
gers)-I know.
Teacher-Well, Sadie?
die-columbus, the gem of thu
ocean,
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10 uee ID Prlnk.

Mistress-Why Jane, run and
smarter yourself up bit. / expect
the new curate to call this morning;
you would not like him to see you SO
untidy?
Jane-O, 1t don't matter, mum.
got young man already.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15

"Did you see that woman at the
bargain counter when she reached
clear across and grabbed those 80
cent combs?"
Eyes, have met her before. She
is one of the most successful progress
sive euchre players in town"
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15
HOUSTON PACKING co.

Because the inhabitants of Scituate,
near Boston, refused to hear q letter
read from Thomas w. Lawson ex-
pressing his views on liquor license at
a town meeting he has reconsldered
his promise to give the place $4,000
soldiers monument.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15

The postoffce department Is about
to adopt a flag emblematic of the pos
tai department If something simple
and unmistakable is wanted a few
mail sacks might be cut up into
squares.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1903-04-15

The Popes physician is getting on
as well as could be expected, consid-
ering the fact that his advice to his
distinguished patient to keep abed
doesn't go. His holiness has out.
lived six of his physicians up to date.