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Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
A LUCKY ESCAPE.

Last Sunday, William j Gehrke, ex-
county clerk, and his three sons, went
up to Pine River to spend the day with
Mr.. Gehrke's brother They all
climbed into Mr. Gehrke's covered rig,
and as the boys are aged six, eight and
ten years, 1t was not difficult matter
They reached their destination all
right, and spent the day, having a very
delightful time They started home
about o'clock, and when they reached
the hill just above Jim Moore creek,
they were caught in the severe electric
storm that occurred on that evening.
1t grew suddenly as dark as pitch, and
as they tried to get out the curtains to
put on the carriage, the horse went to
one side of the road, and the carriage
tipped over. Mr. Gehrke was caught
under the carriage, and besides this,
his oldest boy fell on top of him, but
with this he managed to hold his horse,
which at ordinary times is very
gentle animal, although he made
several very lively jumps and mixed
things up considerably before Mr.
Gehrke regained his feet The two
younger boys were thrown against a
fence, and had their faces slightly
scratched up, and received several
bruises about their bodies The oldest
boy escaped without injury Mr.
Gehrke had his left hand badly LAGER
ated. The three boys went back to M
Q. Thorn's, quarter of a mile, and
secured help and brought lantern,
and upon close examination they found
that the rig was not materially dam
aged, and the trip hOmeward was con
tinued without any further mishaps
1t was a very close call, and an ex-
perience which Mr.. Gehrke does not
care to 60 through again.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
GRAND VIEW ON THE MOUNTAIN


Those two wild pigeons have been
seen several times lately on the noun
tain.
We met Big Brag the other day and
he made us think of ''wiggle waggle
polly wog, by and by you will be a
frog"
Our visit at the pioneer camp was
delightful one and viii brighten our
memory for many day and also the
musical treat the boys gave us in the
evening.
We are glad to learn that our old
friend Billy is going to be on the noun
tain again this summer. Be it ever so
rough and tumble there's no place like
home, is there, Billy ?
If the town board of Weston has any
knowledge of the business end of a
wasp they had better be on their guard
for heard some ladies discussing their
merits in way that would surprise q
host of wasps and cause them to flee
from their rath to come.
Thanks, friend Hammond, we have
grave problem before us to solve and
perhaps you can help us. You know
the mountain lies between us, do yon
think it will stand the pressure that is
brought to bear upon it by having too
such worthy scribes as I'VE are on each
side of it?
The boss and his best man thought
that they would exercise their young
colt the other night after supper so
they hitched her to the cart and started
towards town just what happened
will never be told They said the show
was finished in the third act, when she
thought she would lie down in the
slough and found it was to deep for her.
They came back about two hours after
wards, one leading the coltand the 9th
er dragging what was left of the cart
after them, a little wiser, if not better,
than when they started
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24

This is the second shoot of series
between these cities. Nausau's teams
being successful in both events
A special meeting of the Sharpshoot-
ers has been called for this evening at
which time II will be decided what
members viii go to La Crosse next
Sunday to participate in the opening
of the La Crosse sharpshoOters new
park. and also select those who will
represent the home team in trlangu-
lar team shoot between La Crosse,
milwaukee, and Wausau.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24

The Marathon County Agricultural
society is making arrangements for
giving a racing matinee at the fair
grounds July 4th. 1t is too early as
yet to state positively how many or
what CAGES there will be, but it is quite
likely that there win be three on the
program.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
TARGh PRACTICE.

Following are the scores made on the
rifle range of the Wausau Sharp
shooters society, SUNDAY:
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24

John Vaubel, who wields a razor in
F. w Burt's barber shop, had the mis-
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
BARK PEELERS, BARK PEELERS

wanted at our mill, four miles west of
Amigo. b. HEINEMANN LUMBER Co.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
Ladies Shoes.

Ladies' fine welt,
shoes, diamond quail
ity, SO 90.
Ladies' fine turns,
ia m ond quality,
SO 90.
Ladies' fine dress
shoes, $50 and 50. 90.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
Mems Shoes.

lFACll . 0lAOCaNs
Double sole, S1.10.
Fine dress shoes
81 50.
The finest patent
feathers, S. 80 and 81.
The best line of 50
mems shoes in the
city.
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24

In team shoot with Milwaukee tn
following scores were made:
EIRST TEAM
Wausau pilot. [volume] (Wausau, Wis.) 1896-1940, 1904-05-24
Mems Fine Furnishings.

~ 50'
Mems fine Negligee Dress Shirts Csc, worth
s125.
Mems line Neggee Dress Shirts 4sc, worth
IS cents.
Mems fine Dress Shirts, stiff bosom, worth 81
yours for - cents
Mems fine Balbriggan Underwear, soc quality,
80 cents
Mems BaIbriggan Underwear, fine quality,
only 25 cents a garment
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
The Mater Supply.

The entire community is complaining
OF the unsavory taste and smell OF the
Cameron water furnished consumers in
this city. Many are using ordinary
vel water tor drinking purposes, OF
procuring supplies from srtesian weIld
in this city, fearing that the water from
the works is deleterious TO health.
There il, however, said to be no need OF
apprehension, as the company has had
the water carefully analysed and itispro-
nounced Tree of any dangerous organic
matter. The company has also employed
a Waterman to exercise close surveil-
lance over the branches which supply
the works in order to prevent their poi.
LUTON. A number of theories have
been advanced as to the cause OF the
strange taste aud odOr of the water.
Some suppose the opening of the eartn
by the railroad companies near the ruas
has produced these conditions and thst
the construction of cement culyerts mas
Unmarried an unnatural taste to the
water II such be the case, there IS
every reason to believe that the OBJ
iectionable features will pass away In
the near future.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
A Distressing Accident.

Mr.. James F. Hamersley was the
victim of an unfortunate accident at the
Washington-SOuthern Railway depot
about noon today. Mr.. Hamersley was
standing alongside one of the platforms
a short distance north of the station
when he was struck by car which was
being shifted and knocked down. Be-
fore he could rise the wheels passed over
both his legs, crushing the left limb
above the knee and the right at the
ankle. The unfortunate man was picked
up and taken to his home, 1904 Pendle-
dleton street, where he was attended by
Drs. Smith, Mcclure and Rittenour,
who amputated both legs of the untortu
nate man above the knees. Alta O'Clock
Mr.. Hamersley was considered in a
critical condition.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
tank Advertising Yields Big Return

BANK hubcrtistuS ftcauS DIX heSsuth
Ia discussing the question of Bank
Advertising" before the final meeting
of the Pennsylvania Bankers Associa-
ton, at Atlantic City, n. j., William
Powers, of Pittsburg, said
Publicity is The cornerstone of sue
cess. The newspaper is the messenger
to The hearts and homes of the people,
aud, inteligently used, newspaper adj
vertising is just as sure to bring results
as good stocks are to pay dividends. J"
The speaker emphasized the necessity of
continuance of a newspaper campaign,
and told bis hearers that newspaper
space intelIigently used should be one of
the greatest assets of the bank in pro-
duction OF new business. In support OF
his contention Mr.. Powers had drawn
up definite statistics to show the enor-
nous gains both in business aud in de-
posits of the banks of the country which
had used advertising space freely, and
compared them with Others and less
progressive banking institutions, mauy
Ofwhich have lost business probably taken
from them by the banks which are heavy
advertisers
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Police Court.

CJustice II. B. Cation presiding.
The following cases were disposed OF
this morning:
Daisy Lee, Daisy Barney and Minnie
Ross, all colored. arrested by Officers
Smith and Nicholson charged with dis
orderly conduct, were fined ~. oO each.
Clifton Ostel, arrested by the same Of
ficers charged with interfering with them
in the discharge of their duty, was fined
$3.50.
Virginia Gordon, Ida Freeman and
Harrie Robinson, all colored. arrested by
Officers Gill, Smith and Nicholson charg,
ed with selling liquor on Sunday aud
without license, had their cases con-
tinaed.
Mary Roberts, Mamie Harrison, Re-
becca Williams, Laura Carroll, Nellie
Stewart, Charles Jones aud Neal Hall,
all colored, arrested by the same officers
for disor1erly conduct, were fined $2.'o
each.
Adolphus Leak, colored, arrested by
the same officers charged with disorderiy
conduct, was dismissed.
William Conklin, arrested by Leuten'
ant Smith charged with yagrancy, was
sent t, the work house for 80 day.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
LOCAL BREVITIEs.

A marriage license was issued in
Washington Saturday to Willie Haley
and Carrie Craig, both of Warrenton.
Several freight ears were derailed near
the south end of the Long Bridge about
noon today. Travel over the steam and
electric roads was impeded for some time
by the accident.
The Episcopal High School football
team defeated the Alexandria Athletic
Club Saturday evening by the score OF
26 to 0. This was the first gaihe played
this season by the High School team.
George Smith and Eugene Parker,
both colored, were arrested this evening
for fighting In the northwest part OF the
city and George Lucas, white, was ar
rested for being drunk and disorderly in
the street.
1t is requested that all ladies interested
in the recital to be given by Mrs. Mar
tina s. Gielon, at the Opera House mex
Monday night will attend the meeting
to be held in Lee Camp Hall at hall
past seven tonight.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Onera House.

"a Daughter of Cuba" will be pre-
sented by Conroy 4 Mack at the Opera
House tonight. This is among the best
of the numerous war plays, for it con-
tains a we'll knit story Of intensely thrill.
ing incidents, interesting love affairs, and
sublime pathetic episodes. The drama
IS in four acts and contains the iascina-
ting atmosphere of romance and manly
courage. combined with adventurous ex-
ploits performed with absolute indltier-
ence to personal safety, and chivslrous
bearing that delights thestre-goers who
admire heroism 10 its most glorioss form.
During the week other thrilling plays
vrill he nroducad
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Drowned at Virginia Beach.

Miss Bette Wilson, daughter of the
late William L. Wilson, who was Post
master General in Mr.. Clevelaud's cabi-
net. was drowned yesterday while bath
lug at Virginia Beach. The dag was
exceptionally warm and Miss Wilson
Joined party Of her friends for surf
bath. She was carried out beyond her
depth and almost before her peril was
realized by her companions she was be-
yond help. Heroic efforts were made to
effect a rescue, but without result. Miss
Mary Wilson, of CharlestOwn, w. Va.
daughter Of the former Postmaster Cen
eral ;; Miss Mary NJ. Simpson, CT Buch-
snan, Va. Miss Eliza Dillon, of In
dian Rock, Va. and Miss Louise Lati-
mer, OF Washington, sister of Lieut..
Julian l.. Latimer, United States Navy.
were rescued by United States lifcsaverS
and are in serious condition at the
Princess Anne Hotel, but will recover
The party went into the surf accom-
panied BY Mr.. E. Stormont, resident
of the beach. He YVES teaching them to
fiat ami before he was aware OF 1t
several of the young women had driited
beyond their depth and were in danger
of drowning. Mr.. Stormont swan to
the shore and launched a small surf
boat. Speeding this TO the rescue, he
succeeded in getting Miss Mary Wilson,
Miss Simpson. Miss Dillon aud Miss
Latimer aboard. Before he could reach
Miss Bessie Wilson the boat caPsized.
Realizing his inability to save all the
party unaided, Mr.. Stormont returned
to shore and ran to the life-saving sta
ton for help. The crew Immediately
launched the surfboat and hurried down
the coast. They reached the drowning
girls in time to rescue four, but when
Miss Bessie Wilson was picked up her
Ii IL vaa axiinct
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Disappearance OF Witnesses.


When questioned yesterday afternoon
about the alleged disappearance OF Will
liam McCue, the eighteen-year-old son
of ex-Mayor J. Samuel McCue, OF
Charlottesville, accused of wife murder,
a gentleman connected with the prose
cution said he feared il was true. Young
McCue is a very important witness, and
his uncles, the Crawfords, have been
confident that he would remain in Char
lottesvile Under any circumstances, and
would give important evidence beyond
that given the grand jury 1t can be
said with certainty that the prosecution
has an important statement from young
McCue; that it narrates quarrel be-
tween his parents before tea on the fatal
day; that his father was so wrought up
that he walked to aud fro on his porch
in great agitation, and that the quarrel
broke out anew at the tea table. Whether
the absence from Charlottesville OF the
McCue children has or has not any con-
nection with the trial set for Tuesday
week, the people are discussing II as the
most sensational recent development in
connection with this celebrated case. 1t
is being reported that Perry, the colored
stable boy, has also left Charlottesville.
1t has been the confident belief of a
great many that Perry, who was in a
room adjoining the bathroom at the
time of the crime, knows more of the
tragedy than he related to the grand
Jury. He is said to have told very
narrowing tale at negro dance soon
after the jury had completed its work.
This he refused to confirm in full TO the
detectives who interviewed him. In
quiry failed to locate Perry.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Cases Continued.

Officers Gill, Smith, and Nicholson
Yesterday arrested Virginia Gordon, Ida
Freeman and Harrie Robinson all col
ored, charged with selling liquor on
SUNDAY and without license. They
were arraigned in the Police Court this
morning. but in the absence Of material
witnesses the trial of the cases was post
poned until tomorrow morning. Mem
bers of the police force have for some
time been endeavoring to break up a
number of places where it is believed
liquor is sold without license every
day in the year. The Law, ii is believed,
is being violated by certain white and
colored people, and some suggest that
parties who engage in the traffic have
silent partners.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Port Paragraphs.

The schooner Fred. A. Davenport,
from Ceyirie, Nova Scotia, with plaster
for the Bryant Fertilizer Company, ar
rived this morning. DR.. Arthur Snow
den, marine hospital surgeon, inspected
the vessel soon after its arrival and
gave it a clean bill of health.
The schooner MayAower, loaded with
lumber by II. X. Field & Co., has sailed
for Riverside.
The barge Baltimore is unloading
laths at w. A. Smoot & Cos wharf.
The barge Columbia, from the Chesa'
peake. with fertilizer to the Alexandria
Fertilizer and Chemical Company, is
unloading at W. A. Smoot & Co.'S
wharf. 3,
The Baltimore and Ohio. Railroad
Company's transfer service between this
city and Sheperd' is again being operated
by day and night crews.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Disastrous Fire.

The most disastrous FIRE in the history
Of Shenandoah City, Page county, broke
out in that town about o'clock yester-
day morning, wipipg out an entire block
and entailing loss OF about $25, 900.
The fire originated in house owned Dy
John Lucas and soon spread to adjoining
property. The town is without water
supply, There have been two elections
within the past year for the purpose OF
installing a water system at a cost oil
$ls, 900. Those favorable 10 the system
have been successful in both contests,
but owing to some technicality the WORK
had never been begun. Most OF the
property destroyed was insured
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Death of Mrs. Patigett,

Mrs. Margaret Padgett, wife of Mr..
Henry Padgeit. died yesterday morning.
after long illness. at her home, 1923
north Payne street. Besides her hus-
hand she ia survived by ak children
three sons and three daughters. Mrs.
Psdgett was an old and well-known resi-
dent and her many friends and &C.
ouaintsnces will regret to learn OF he'
.iacease.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Ratter Than pills.

The question has been asked-In what
way are Chamberlain Stomach and
Liver Tablets superior to the ordinary
cathartic and liver pills? Our answer is
They are easier and more pleasant to
take and their effect is so gentle and so
agreeable that one badly realizes that it
is produced by medicine. Then they
not only move the bowels but improve
the appetite and aid the digestion. For
sale at 25 cents per bottle by Gibson x
Timberman and w. F. Creighton & Co.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Personal.


The Elks will meet at their hall to-
night for work.
Mr.. John w. Summers Is visiting
relatives and friends in Martinsburg, w.
Va.
Mrs. S. Leterman and her grand
daughter, Miss Hortense Leierman, are
Wis ting Mrs. Henry Strauss on Prince
street.
Mr. 3. B. Hudson and wife, Of Rich
mond City, are visiting Mrs. F. A.
Coakley, No. 1928 Prince street.
Mrs. James Roche has returned from
a pleasant trip to New York City.
Mrs. Charles Turner who hes been
visiting her mother, Mrs. S. J. Harris
10 Charlottesville, has returned to her
home ia this city.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Chapman OF
Philadelphia, have gone to Savannah.
Ga, where they will make their future
home. Mrs. Chapman was Miss Marina
La Fayetle Burson. of Alexandra.
Miss Sarah V. Dangerield Is the guest
OF Miss Mary w. Tyler, oil TraPP' LOU
doun county.
Mr. Frederick B. Klaus, who was Tor
MANY wears the superintendent of the
George r. Hill COmpany's bakery, In
this CITY, has accepted similar position
with a large bakery at Huntington,
w. Va.
Mrs. Andrew w. Aitcheson has re.
turned after very pleasant trip of four
months to her sister in st. Louis, Mo-,
having enjoyed the fair very much.
Mrs. Louis Folman has returned from
St. Louis much benefited in health by
her trip.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Stationery for
OCtOberWeddings

We invite attention to our facilities for the
prompt execution of orders for wedding in
yitations. marriage announcements, at homes,
cards for all social functions and public eere-
monies.
Careful attention is given to the cutting OF
dies for ciphers, monographs. house addresses
or heraldc devices, and The stamping OF same
on the prevailing fashionable papers.
Iligh'grade work at consistent prices.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Flag Raising and Rally.

There was a democratic hag-raising
and rally at Gainesville Saturday after
noon. The crowd was a large one,
many farmers coming long distance to
be present. The American flag anu
a Parker and Davis banner were
flung to the breezes amid much
enthusiasm. The speaking began at
/ 30 o'clock and continued until sun
Town. State Senator Lewis A. Machen
onened and was followed in turn by
Robert E. Lee, il. J. J. Hidden, Capt
Tosepb u. willard, James r. Cation
and Representative John F. Rixey.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
COrpOratiOn Court.

fudge L. G. Barley presiding
The docket was called and cases set
for trial.
City of Alexandria vs.. r. c. Burnett,
charged with selling liquor without
license appeal from the Police Court !;
case set for trial tomorrow.
City of Alexandria vs.. W. Sherwood,
charged with violating the liquor laws
appeal from Police Court case dismissed
at defendants cost.
G. H. Sizemore, administrator, VS..
Southern Railway Company; case set
for trial October 81.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Retail Merchants.

AS has been announced, meeting of
the Retail Merchants Association will
be held tonight. Several matters of inn
portance to the organization will be con-
sidered, aud after the adjournment Ct
the meeting banquet will be given.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Confession of a Priest

Rev. Jno. s. Cox. of Wake. Ark, writes !
"For II years suffered from yellow Jsun:.
dice. consulted number Of physicians and
tried all sorts Of medicines. but got no relief;
Then began to use Electric Bitters and feel
that am now cured Of q disease that had me
in its grasp for twelve years. II you want a
relief medicine for Liver and Kidney trouble,
stomach disorder or general debility, get
Electric Bitters. It's guaranteed by E. s.
Teadbeater 4 Sons. Only SOC.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Artistic.
Wedding Gifts.

Elegant new imported novelties for Wed
ding Gifts are here now and arriving daily.
We have gathered from every quarter OF
the globe a collection of quaint curious and
artistic gifts suitable for the brides Of the au-
tumn. Among our varied assortment may be
found he newest designs in Silver, Glass
Porcelain. Marble, Bric-a.brac. Rare Lace,
Art Novelties and charming, distinctive ar
ii les for personal use
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
For Sale.
A 10 Per Cent. Investment.

Four 6 room aud bath frame cottages,
10 good condition. in a fair residential
section Of the city, occupied by prompt
paying tenants. Price, S4, 900. Terms
! cash, balance in | and 2 years.
Five and one-half acres of land. front.
ing on Mount Vernon avenue and Brad
dock road, just west of corporate limits
of the city, beautifully located for sub
division purposes. Price $1,000 per
acre. Terms cash, balance and 2
years.
Fine business property, corner Of
Queen and Pitt streets. Price 1900.
Terms / cash, balance !, 2 and 3 years.
Two houses-oue brick, other frame
with three lots, situated on the south
west corner of Columbus aud Pendleton
streets. Price 50, 500.
We also buy. rent, exchange, place
insurance and loan money on property
in Alexandria city aud adjacent counties.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
Railroad improvements.

The railroad improvements now in
progress west and north Of Alexandria
attracted large numbers ofpeOple to those
localities yesterday. A considerable
stretch of entertainments has been con-
structed and several culverts practi'
DAILY completed. The steam shovels have
dug their way to the double bridge,
north of st. Asaph Junction, aud are
now pursuing an easterly course. An
other shovel is forging southwark from
Four-mile run.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1904-10-10
NIissinnnruR Rally.

The missionary rally of the scholars
of the Sunday school of the Second Pres
byterian Church was held at 1880 last
night, instead of 4 O'Clock in the after.
noon, as had been announced. 4 large
congregation was present and the pro-
gramme WAS rendered in creditsble
manner