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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Flynn's Business College, 9th and K.
Business. shorthand. typewriting. SIS year.
advertisement
Injured by Fall.

While patrolling his beat. near the corner
OF 9Th and G streets northeast about 4
O'Clock this morning. Policeman Spriggs OF
the ninth precinct heard groans issuing
from the areaway of the new school build
ing under course of construction on the
corner. Upon making an investigation he
found Henry Rollins. colored, the watch
man, IN half-uneonscious condition. The
patrol wagon from the ninth precinct was
called and Rollins was taken to the Cas-
ualty Hospital, where ii was found that he
had sustained slight scalp wound and
other injuries about the body by falling
down the areaway
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Dancing Every Night at Chevy Chase
Lake, from to II. L. S. Marine Band
Advertisement.
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Blackistone's Bride Bouquets
Convicted of Stealing Beans.

are renowned for their exquisite beauty
Designed only at 14th and H sts.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
HEARING POSTPONED.
Charge Against Mrs. Geddis of Con-
Quoting Unlicensed Bar.

A squad of policemen from the third pre-
cinct visited the residence of Mrs. Althea
Geddis, lib G street northwest, last night
and escorted her to the station house, where
charge of conducting an unlicensed bar
was lodged against her. number of beer
and whisky bottles were taken possession
OF by Sergt. Williams and Policemen Hugh
lett and Lake, who composed the raiding
party, to he used evidence when the case
is tried in court. Several persons who were
in the house were summoned to appear as
witnesses.
The visit of the officers was made as a
result of complaints made by neighbors
Hearing of the case postponed in the
District branch of the Police Court today
until tomorrow.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Moses 10th Annual Sept. Furniture
Sale and clearance of carpets and rugs
Held for Action of Grand jury

John Barney, a colored resident of South
Washington. after having a preliminary
hearing in the Police Court today was held
by Judge Mills under $500 bonds to await
the action of the grand jury on a charge of
housebreaking. Barney was arrested last
night by Bicycle Policeman Jackson of the
fourth precinct the result of complaint
made to him by Richard Blackstone of
Pleasant court southwest that his house
was entered yesterday and a quantity of
clothing taken
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

s. v. Baldwin johnson
Makes a speciality OF family coal contracts
612 9th ut. n.w.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

a sentence of thirty days In jail without
the privilege of paying fine as the equiv
alent was the penalty incurred by James
Enron, colored, in the Police Court this
morning. following his conviction on a
charge of theft. Enron was accused of
stealing fifteen quarts of lima beans from
Robert Dyer. a dealer at the Center mar
ket. The beans were recovered by Police
man Acton, who arrested Enron.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Delay Caused by Broken Wire.

Traffic on the Anacostia cars was sus-
pended for short time yesterday after
noon because of the breaking of one of
the wires on the Anacostia bridge Sparks
New IN every direction, and for a short
time it was thought the bridge would
become charged with the $50 volts of
electricity which the wire carried. Work
men We're sent out from the car barn and
The break was soon repaired
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Demands Jury Trial.

Benjamin Norris, about thirty-five years
of age, asked for jury trial when ar
raigned before Judge Mills this morning on
charge of theft. Hearing of the case was
postponed until later date in order that
his request may be granted. Norris is ac-
cused of stealing quantity of vegetables
valued at s., from Robert S. Downs of 112O
It'll street southeast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
DR.. SUFFERS PETITION.
he Asks Permission to Change Orthog-
raphy of His Name.

In order that he may be recognized as of
Scotch descent DR.. William Norwood Suter
has applied to the District Supreme Court
for permission to change the spelling of his
name to "Souter." The petition charges
that the spelling Suter is the corrupted
form of the Scotch name. Justice Anderson
has appointed October II, 1904 as the date
for hearing on the petition. Attorneys
Daniel B. Henderson and W. H. Robeson
represent the petitioner.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

While attempting to board a moving car
on the Capital Traction line at the corner
of Az street and Pennsylvania avenue,
about s o'clock last night, Frank Giracf, an
Italian of 125 Maryland avenue southwest
fell between the motor and trailer cars and
was hurt about the head and body. The
ambulance from the Emergency Hospital
was summoned and he was conveyed to
that institution. where il was found his in
juries were painful but not serious.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Additional Privates on Police Force

The Commissioners today appointed
Thomas F. Smith and w. F. Tennison addi-
tional privates on the police force for duty
in the vicinity of the Georgetown Convent
of the Visitation. The appointment of
these two officers was made at the request
of Sister NJ de Chantal Kemp of the con-
vent, who reported that the convent au-
-thorities have been greatly worried by the
depredations of small boys and by their
stealing fruit on the premises.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Object to Ashes and Cinders.

Residents and property owners in the vi
entity of 18th and c streets southwest. have
petitioned the Commissioners to prevent
the employees of the bureau of engraving
and printing from dumping ashes and Gin
ders on C street between 14th and 18th
streets southwest The petitioners claim
that the dust caused by the ashes is an al
most unbearable nuisance. They also ask
that the cinderS and ashes already dllmped
Oh the street be removed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
C. & o.-world,s Fair snecis,

High-class vestibule, electric lighted train
leaves Washington 2:30 pm and runs solid
To 81. Louis. Only one night out. Magnifl-
cent scenery. Dining car service a la carte.
Low rates; stop-over privileges F. 4. v.
leaving Washington lilo pm. has through
sleeper to st. Louis.-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Jno. G. Meinberg's Bread Proves
it's excellence by winning new friends every
day. The first trial will convince you tina
It's the bread for your table. At grocers'
Bakery, TIC 18th Sc. Phone East 1927. Il
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Washingtonians at st. Louis.

The following Washington people are
registered at the leading St Louis hotels:
Hamilton. w E. Fox and wife: Bucking-
ham, William E. Curtis and wife. Miss
Curtis; Christian Endeavor. John B. Keller.
Miss Eva E. Keller Mrs. r. H. Martin,
C. NJ. Pepper. wife and daughter. j. L.
BeEgtson; Epworth, A. B. Reelor. w. o.
RichmaI, Mrs. NJ. j. Mum; Stratford,
Charles j. Fousted
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
EXCURSIONS TOMORROW.

Steamer Manchester for Mount Vernon at
10 a. m. and 2:30 pm.
Norfolk and Washington steamers Tor
Fortress Monroe and Norfolk at $50 Pm
Steamer Estelle Randall for Glymont and
intermediate landings at am.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
LOCAL MENTION.
ADJUSTMENTS TONIGHT.

Academy-Billy Clifford in How He Won
Her" SIS pm.
Chase's-Rose Coghlan and polite vaude-
vile, Sis pm.
Columbia-"The College Widow S:l5 pm
Kernan's-"The High Rollers" S:15 Pm
Lafayette-"Miss Bob White S:1o PM
National-Amelia Bingham in The Frishy
Mrs Johnson SIS pm.
Chevy Chase Lake-Concert by Marine
Band and dancing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
$1.25 To Baltimore and Return s1.25

Saturday and Sunday, via PENNSYLVANIA
Railroad. Limited to last train Sunday
night. All trains except Congressional
Limited.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

wagon belonging to E. G. Schaffer and
an automobile operated by James Martin
were in collision at the corner of 10th street
and New York avenue northwest yesterday
afternoon. Both vehicles were moving at
a slow rate OF speed, and neither was dam
aged
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
S1.25 Baltimore and Return.

b. and o. X. r..
Every Saturday and Sunday. Tickets coed
returning until Sunday night Hourly serv-
vice Saturday-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Put Up in Air-Tight Cartons

results in the original purity and richness of
Elk Grove Butter being preserved ndefi-
nitely. Hence its popularity among discrins-
mating housewives. Ask your grocer for
Elk Grove Butter.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Perfection in Beer Attained.

Scientific methods choicest materials and
long experience are responsible for the high
degree of excellence attained in Abner-Drury
Brewing Co.'S "Old Glory" Phone w. 436.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Baltimore and Return S1.25.

Pennsylvania Railroad. Every Saturday
and Sunday. All trains except Congress
sional Limited Good returning until Sun
day night.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
$1,000 Niagara Falls Excursion,

3. & q. r. X.
Special train, Standard Coaches and Par
lor Cars, from Washington. am, Septem-
Der 16. Route via Philadelphia and pic
turesque Lehigh Valley. Tickets good for
ten days. Stopovers returning.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
$1.25 to Baltimore and Return

via Pennsylvania Railroad, tickets sold
every Saturday and Sunday, good returning
until Sunday night. All trains except Con-
gressional Limited.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Free to those who have scalp disease
which causes hair to fall out by writing
M. s. Remsburg, 2O1 K street me-, who will
give free application of the Viewer Hair
Tonic to demonstrate it's merit,
SELF, 13, 15,17,19s
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

$1.OO Harper's Ferry, Charlestown and
Winchester and return, B. & O. R. R, leav-
ing Washington $50 m. Sunday, Septem-
Der 49, Splendid opportunity for fine eoun-
try outing.--Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Hotel Oxford Opens

September 16. for the season of 19O4-O5
Special fall rates by week or month. Most
centrally located hotel In Washington and
the most comfortable. 1t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Money to lend at 4. and per cent on
real estate Frank 7. drawings. 1905 Pa. ave.
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
CITY AND DISTRICT.

Jerry Sybot, colored, thirty years old, of
us Sheridan street northwest. fell down the
steps in stable in rear of zoos 18th street
northwest about l. O'Clock last night and
was bruised about the body He was taken
TO the Emergency Hospital for treatment.
Burglars visited the grocery store of John
Phillips, 1223 18th street northwest, last
night and took 80 from the cash drawer.
Entrance to the place gained b. break
ing open the shutters in the rear
A petition for divorce has been filed in the
District Supreme Court by Howard Broadus
against Georgiana Broadus. A correspond
ent is named. Attorney James F. Bundy
represented the complainant.
Assistant United States Attorney Ralph
Given nolle pressed in the Police Court to-
day the charge of assault against Harry
b. Parker. The case was dropped at the
request of Charles Schneider, the COM
plainant.
A horse attached to a carriage belonging
10 j. w. Armstrong became frightened at
Inc engine working on the sewer at the
corner of fth street and Pennsylvania ave-
nue. northwest shortly after 8 o'clock this
morning and collided with wagon belong
Ing to the United States Express Company.
one wheel on MIR. Armstrong; vehicle was
broken during the collision.
Miller Smith, colored, fifty years of age
fell down the steps at his home In Phil
lips court northwest about noon today and
fractured one of his ankles. He was taken
to the Emergency Hospital, where he was
given surgical attention
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Two Carloads of Fine Furniture,
sen.ples of Grand Rapids manufacturers
at less than one-half their value at Notes
9th and D. Its
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CITY ITEMS.
The Seal Of Approval

has been placed on Nat Cap Brewing CO..
Munich Beer by hundreds Of the best fam
lilies. 1ndisputably the finest for table use
doz., $1.25. For case write or phone 900
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Great Reductions in Rates.

Great Reductions in Rates.
First class, $40; second class, $50 and upward,
according to the line, steamer and accommodation
AMERICAN LINE
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. SOUTHAMPTON.
ATLANTIC TRANSPORT LINE
NEW YORK-LONDON DIRECT.
RED STAR LINE.
NEW YORK-ANTwERP-LOND0
WHITE STAR LINE.
NEW YORK-QUEENSTOwN-LI
ENSTOwN-LIvERPOOL.,
NEW YORK AND BOSTON DIRECT
10, 70 MEDITERRANEAN Azooh m
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
FROM NEW YORK.
pEpyYBLIC, Oct. 20, Dec. 1, Jan. H. Feb. "a
CRHTIC. ........Nov. 8. Dec: II. Feb 4. Mar. q
ROMANIC... Sept. II. Oct. %. Dec. 10, Jan. "a
CANOPIC. Oct; g, Nov. TO- jan. 2. Feb u
1893 St. Washington .. o.
mh23-a12t 30
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

A fire of unknown origin about 4 o'clock
yesterday afternoon at the home of Barney
Reubenstein, 923 10th street northwest re-
suited in a damage of about $50 before 1t
was eXtinguished.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
$1.25 Baltimore and Return,

B. and o. R. R.,
Saturday and Sunday. All trains bot
ways, both days, except Royal Limited
Hourly service Saturday.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Solid Brass Beds, $22. so, Two Inches
in thickness, same as you pay $40 for
Notes, 9th and D. it,
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Royal Glue
Mends everything. Druggists, 10c
Kenny's Handsome Scholars Com

panions free Saturday. September II. A
mammoth pencil containing pencil, pen
holder pen, ruler and slate pencil. e. u.
Kenny Co., teas, coffees, sugars.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Floral Work for Fall Weddings.

Consult Guide about plans of decoration.
Best of service-reasonable charges 1924 F.
Advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Moses 10th Annual Sept. Furniture
Sale and clearance of carpets and rugs.
Colored Republicans to Ratify Nomi
nation.

nation.
The colored republicans of Wheaton, Nd,
have arranged for a ratification meeting
and rally Friday night, the 10th instant,
which will be the formal opening of their
campaign in that election district for
Roosevelt, Fairbanks and Pearre. GOOD
speakers will address the meeting. The
committee OF arrangements consists OF
Franklin Matthews, Charles Webster
Jacob Lethridge, \ Dangerfeld Lomax and
J. Addison. A large attendance is ex-
pected.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

John Langsdale suffered an attack of ver-
tigo while near the corner of LIST and E
streets northwest about O'Clock yesterday
afternoon. He was taken to his home, No.
AZ X street northwest, In the patrol wagon
from the sixth precinct station.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Washington Brewery's Rich Light Beer

It's the quintessence of Beer quality. POS
sesses a delightful flavor. Try case. Phone
E. 254 4th & f ne.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Burnett's Vanilla Extract has outlived
criticism It Is the purest vanilla extract
that can be bought. Once tried always used.
advertisement.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Wanted-To Make Sept. Our Banner
Month Special $3.50 dis. on all photos from
81 per doz. up. Estabrook, 1927 Pa. ave.
sci, 10, Is, 1517,-5t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Repairing Speciality. G. d. Collins,
Carpenter and Builder, 719 18th NV Phone
seI3- tn. tn s,3ts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Geo. w. Driver, COS Penna. Ave-, is
giving away a most complete compilation
of important and interesting political infor-
nation. 1t will be of great value In MAX
ing a guess on the presidential election and
next House of Representatives. se15&17-2t
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

A Carload Of Reception Chairs for Less
than manufacturers prices at Notes, 9th
and ID. it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Valuables Are Protected

from every form of danger by the safe de-
post boxes in vaults of Union Trust & Stor.
age Co., 1414 F st. Rented, IS yr-Advt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
How Can This Fellow Notes

of 9th and d sell the same bed my sister
paid $40 for for $3.50? Never mind how he
can do it as long as ne does it, she said.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
When Downtown Meet Me
at Notes, 9th and D. i

Old Carpets Woven Into Reversible
rugs. Drop postal. Nonpareil. $40 9th ST. n e.
1ts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Get the Habit.
Gas Logs and New Gas Heate

Buy at Notes 9th and d, and the install
ment man will; never ring your door bell.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Baltimore and Ohio to the Worlds Fa;,

Shortest and quickest route. No change
of cars. Three through trains daily. Most
complete service. Coach excursions, 1905
a m. Wednesday, $500. See Baltimore and
Ohio ticket agents for particulars.-Advt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Marine Band at Chevy Chase Lake.
Grand concert. 80 TO 8. nightly-dancing
3
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FRENCH LINE,

coMPAGNIE GENERALE TRANSPORTATION
Direct Line to Havre = Paris tFraneel.
Sailing every Thursday at 10 an.
LA Lorraine. SEPT q fla Tourane. Oct. =
4 Hretaene Sept. 29fsLa Lorraine Oct. q
LA Savoie. Oct. a. La Bretagne. Oct. n
sTwinscreW steamer
First class. $40 and upward; second class $50 ant
upward according to steamer.
General Agency. SO Broadway, New Yoea.
- GEORGE W. MOSS
fe27-31zt,11 1li1 @ ST. NV.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Am Sorry for You if You Once Get
into the clutches of the installment man
Notes, 9th and D. it,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15
Teachers of Physical Training.

The following were the successful candi-
dates in the examination for teachers of
physical training: Edwin B. Henderson,
Thusnelda Breuninger. Bessie L. Raun
Julia j. Davis, Azelie Thomas, Julia E.
Jackson and Sara G. Simpson.
Appoint the following graduates of
Washington Normal School No. /: Maud r.
Stewart Clemence T. Stinzing, Edith E.
Everett and Ethel NJ. Nelson.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Lumber for Apartment Houses. =
Quotations made; lowest prices guaranteed
Eisinger Bros, 2109 7th NV. Phone N. III
se15-3,tf
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

Welsbach Lights, New Air Burners,
Portable Lights, both Electric and Gas.
1904 q Muddiman & Co GIG 18th
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

New stock. just in-connections made.
616 18th. c. A. Muddiman & Co. 1904 g.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-09-15

A. B. c. Headache Powders.
relief. Druggists. 10c. au3-tf
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1904-11-17
PARKER ISSUES STATEMENT
Says He Will Never Again Seek
Nomination For Public Office.
Generally Believed Judge Parker
Will Engage in the Practice of
Law in New York.

Esopus, N. Y, Nov. 10.-Judge Par
ker Wednesday night gave to the press
an open letter, addressed to 1.-THE
Democracy of the Nation" in which he
thanked those in charge of his CAM
paign work, and declared that the peo-
pie will soon realize that "the fairfield
trusts are absorbing the wealth of the
nation" He said that when that time
comes the people will turn to the dem
ocratic party for relief.
In this letter Judge Parker says he
shall never seek a nomination nor pub
lie office. He discusses the difficulties
encountered by the democrats in maxi
ing their campaign this year, and
makes suggestions regarding harmony
in the party. In conclusion the judge
says that in the presence of defeat he
does not hesitate to say that in his
opinion the great moral question that
confronts the democrats is: "Shall the
trusts and corporations be prevented
from contributing money to control or
to aid in controlling elections?"
The telegraph Office at Rosemount
lodge was dismantled Wednesday after
the days business. Judge Parker said
that his plans for the future were not
definitely made, but that soon he would
be in harness again. 1t is generally
believed here that he will engage in the
practice of law in New York, forming
a partnership with some well-estab-
lished firm.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1904-11-17
JOHNSON HONORED
BY MINNESOTA
Remarkable Victory of the Demo.
cratic Gubsrnatorial Candidate.
STATE SOLlDLY REPUBLICAN
The People, Regardless of Party
Honored the Man Who HAD
Fought Successfully Against
Adverse Conditions.

st. Paul, Mimi, Nov. 12.-Tne re-
markable victory of John A. Johnson,
democratic candidate for governor of
Minnesota, in an election in which ev-
cry other candidate on his ticket was
buried QUITO sight by the republicans,
has attracted attention all over the
country, and Minnesota republicans
have been deluged with inquiries as to
how it happened and what it means.
Various things contributed to Mr..
Johnson's success in a state solidly re-
publican, but n of the most impor-
tant vas the reaction in his favor fol-
lowing an attempt to discredit him
because his father had been in a poor
house and his mother had taken in
washing.
This story was scattered broadcast
over the state in a circular ten days
before election, and was promptly
taken up and investigated by the press.
1t was found that Mr.. Johnson's father
had, indeed, been in a poorhouse, but
he had been put there by friends Of
the family for the latter's sake. MI.
Johnson's mother was obliged to take
in washing to keep her family from
starving, and her son, then ten years
old, had left school to go to work to
help support his mother.
The elder Johnson was a Swedish
immigrant, and the family was in abb
ject poverty, while the father proved
worthless and did nothing to support
his wife and children. When IA years
old young johnson was the sole sup
port of his mother, who had grown
feeble. So well did he do his work
that by the time he was 20 he had
reached a position of trust in his home
town, st. Peter, and was enjoying a
fair income.
When these facst became known in
Minnesota the reaction in favor of the
man who had so bravely discharged
his duty as a poor boy and had fairly
won his way to a high standing among
his fellow-townsmen spread through
the whole state, and the fate of his
republican opponent was settled. The
people wanted to vote for a man of
that caliber for governor, and they did
so IN Tuesday. The vote shows that
more than 20 per cent. of the repub-
licans of the state who voted for
Roosevelt for president, scratched
their state ticket in favor Of johnson.
Before his nomination for governor,
MI. Johnson had served one term in
the state senate, but that was the
extent of his experience as an office
holder.