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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
CONSUMPTION Statistics.

General statements as to the prog
ress made in checking the ravages OF
consumption are always interesting,
but it is much better to have specifio
statistical information upon the sub
ject. Vital statistics have been taken
in Massachusetts since 1912. In all
the years before 1857 the annual death
rate from consumption was nearly or
quite 1900 to 100000 inhabitants.
The rate has declined almost stead
lily ever since. 1t was about 5000 to
100000 in 1882, less than $500 in
1892, and less than 1000 in 1902-the
lowest point reached up to that time.
Corresponding figures for England
show similar decrease. The system
Of keeping vital statistics has not been
general enough to make sure that al
the states can present as good a rec
ord of progress as Massachusetts,, blu.
all the facts that are available are en-
couraging
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

ICES his proximity than buffalo or ele-
plant. The pace Of it's rush and the Gun
ming with which it conceals itself are
both in it's favor. Then, too, 1t is com"
paratively small mark, and an old male,
weighing perhaps $50 pounds, is not easy
to stop, while one clean blow from his
paw will smash mans skull as if it
were an eggshell."
The wild boar has warm admirer in
Mrs. Alan Gardner, who has seen more
big game shooting than most ladies'.
I'm my opinion" writes Mrs. Gard
ner. /" a wild boar is the most dangerous
of all animals. In the wild beast fights
in the arenas Of native princes a boar
has more than once beaten tiger in fair
fight. AS regards the danger to sports
man following up wounded game on foot,
I imagine that there is little to choose
between tiger elephant, or African
buffalo. Save in exceptional circum-
stances, wild beasts rarely attack man
unless they are first wounded, though Sir
Pertab Singh once told me that in the
spring months at Jodhpore an old wild
boar will sometimes charge man even
when not molested." n. G. AFLALo.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

Mr.. Morton at once took up his new
work. finding batch of mail awaiting
signature. Later he accompanied Mr..
Moody to the cabinet meeting.
Mr.. Moody was sworn into office as at
torney general short time before Mr..
Morton became secretary of the navy.
The oath of office, which was admins
tered by Mr.. Graves, the appointment
clerk of the department of justice, was
taken in the presence of Mr.. Knox and
the chief officials of the department.
Victor H. Metcalf, former represen-
tative from California, was sworn in
as secretary of commerce and labor to
succeed George B. Cortelyou, who re-
signed to become chairman of the ma
tional republican committee. The cere-
mony occurred at the white house at
80 o'clock Friday afternoon, the oath
being administered by Executive Clerk
Latta The president, Secretary Cor
telyou and Secretary to the President
Loeb were president.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

In giving you my opinion as to the
relative danger to be apprehended from
lions, leopards, buffaloes, rhinoceroseS
and elephants, let me first give you tho
data on which that opinion has been
based. For a number of years during my
hunting career in South Africa kept q
very careful record of the game killed,
and have lately compiled list of all the
animals shot by me from 1870 down TO
the present time. The numbers of those
which you place among dangerous gams
are as follows: Lions, 30; leopards, four;
elephants, log: white rhinoceros, 23;I
black rhinoceros, &c; butaloes, 175.
These are what actually shot myself;
but have helped to shoot several more
lions and great many more buffaloes
and elephants, and have seen all the dan
gers incidental to killing them. OF ele-
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

have habit of waiting in dense thickets
for their pursuer, and are on him before
he can see them. A son of mine was
following up a wound gaur some time
ago in very thick jungle when it suddenly
charged him, and knocked him over
twice, striking the rifle out of his hands.
Wonderful to relate, he escaped with
few slight bruises. have only shot one
Indian buffalo on foot, and that one had
no chance of charging. From the deter
mined way, however, in which have
seen these animals attack elephants,
should say that no more dangerous an
tagonist exists than a wounded buffalo
in high grass. 1t is extremely difficult
to give it a fatal shot, and almost i'm
possible to escape the deadly sweep of
the ponderous horns"
Mr.. w. H. Grenfell, M. p, whose sport
ing experiences have included big
game of more than one hemisphere,
is somewhat reluctant to offer a decided
opinion.
'"The position occupied by the sports
man makes a great deal of difference in
estimating the danger incurred. TO
anyone perched on a howdah a
wounded tiger, however brave, is not
very dangerous; but to any one pursuing
him on foot he is very different guam
tity. Half-tame animals, such as pet
stays, which have lost their fear of man,
are dangerous; but of genuinely wild ami
mails, should say that the elephant and
African buffalo show the greatest vindic-
tiveness and cunning in attack, though
you may kill many with impunity before
you encounter one which really means
business"
Mr.. j. G. Msllais, whose interesting
writings and beautiful drawings ~ South
African game have delighted % many
sportsmen, puts in claim for the Cape
buffalo and leopard. and for third can
didate, his choice CT which would occa-
sion some surprise, were it not for the ac-
companying explanation:
II am afraid" says Mr.. Millais, chat
my opinion as to the most dangerous
beast is not worth very much, as have
killed very few of those with the worst
reputation. Perhaps the most tricky an
finals are the Cape buffalo and the Loop
ard, because you never know how and
when they are going to charge. Most
other dangerous beasts give you fair
warning. / think a great deal too much
has been written on the charging of
beasts, which merely attack when cor
nered or in defense of young. I remem-
Der big grizzly making a so-called
charge from a hundred yards distance
and passing with few yards of me. He
was not, in my opinion, really charging
ct all, but merely taking what he thought
the most suitable line of retreat. More
men have been killed and injured by Loop
ards and Cape buffalo than any other
or eatures. 1t is not pleasant sensation
to ind big black bull buffalo facing you
within few yards, as I once expert
enced."
The mention of African game in the
two preceding letters will naturally sug-
eest reference to the opinions of SO high
an authority as Mr.. T. G. Selous:
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

brought forth food and set before them 4"
powders, or the ground itself; the
stage is separated from the audience
by a strip of water. The beautiful for
ests, the many islets, the real waters,
make it unnecessary to employ much
theatrical artificiality; and this fact,
as well as the Indian reality of the
players, gives impressiveness to the
whole.
Kensington point, bound on three
sides by hills, forms pit of great size
and beauty. In the center of the stage
towers a tall pine, at one side rises the
wigwam of Hiawathas grandmother.
the old Nokomis, and near by stand
other Ojibway tepees. On the other
side of the pine, at some distance
away, is placed a Dakota skin tepee.
the abode of the ancient Arrow-MaKer,
father of Minnehaha. A fleet of bark
canoes, at1oat in the tiny bay, give
touch to the vivid picture.
In their costuming, the actors have
kept faithfully to historic models,
dress and accessories, all being under
the supervision of white men that have
made a careful study of the Indians OF
this locality. War-paint is used Law
ishly, the garments are of the high
c0loring affected by the Indians of the
past, the music is of weird Indian
character For ornamentation, old
heirlooms have been unearthed, one
piece a necklace of wampum that has
hnpY1 rrncnT.yrpd foY. o00 -vnarc
First, the audience looks upon a col
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
John Mitchell Dead,

John J. Mitchell, former United
Meadowmere, in the town of Green
field. The end, which was not unex-
pected, came after 48 hours of uncon-
seriousness. Death was due to Intestinal
trouble. Senator Mitchell has been ill
since January and in March under
went an operation. He rallied from
this, but experienced a sudden relapse.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Message by Barb Wire,

A novel but successful telephone
system is in operation between Wau-
saukee and some of the neighboring
towns, the top strand of the barbed
wire fence along the right of way of
the Milwaukee road being used. The
new system was put to test when the
local exchange was connected with
farmhouse two miles away. Tele-
phones have been placed in number
of farm houses and the arrangement
works successfully. The originator of
the idea is A. w. Larson, the manager
of the local exchange.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Proper Resentment.

Archie-I don't see you out with Miss
Fluffy any more.
Fweddy-No; awsked her the other
day if she thought she could learn to
love me, and she lawfed and said, Not
in a thousand yearsn That made me
mad, and said, baw Jove, | wasn't
going to waste my time going to see
her any more! And I'm not, either. baw
Jove!"-Chicago Tribune.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
TAKE OATH OF OFFICE.
Three Newly Selected Members Of
the Presidents Cabinet As
sumo Their Duties.

Washington, July Paul Morton
formally assumed the duties of secretary
of the navy Friday, succeeding Mr..
Moody, who becomes attorney general
of the United States. Mr. Morton was
accompanied to the department Friday
morning by Mr.. Moody, where, in the
presence of the retiring secretary and
Assistant Secretary Darling, the oath
was administered by Solicitor Hanna,
of the judge advocate generals office,
thus completing the formal transfer OF
the department to new hands, and mark
ing the induction of the new secretary.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Wisconsin Day at Fair.

Wisconsin day was celebrated at the
Louisiana Purchase exposition in ST.
Louis June 20. Gov La Toilette, who
came from Madison with members of
his staff who accompanied him. was
escorted to the administration build
ing, where the party was Joined by
President Francis and a military es-
cort. There was a parade to the Wis
consin state building, where a pro-
gramme of music and addresses was
carried out.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
To Study Taxation System.

Detroit, July Am Ontario COM
mission to study American systems OF
taxation came here Friday and will
spend week in Michigan, going later
to Indiana, wisconsin, Minnesota,
Connecticut, New York, Ohio, Massa-
chusetts and New Jersey.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
The Dangers Encountered
Shooting Big Game X X.
Leading EngIisb Hunters Tell Which Animals Are Most
BE Feared.

~-HE sportsman whose widest
eGVGRM excitement comes with bag
v ,k ging the birds of September
OH II dreams Of the hunt in tfrican
Sl,WHW and Indian wilds where
~ roams the king of beasts and
his mighty compatriots OF
greater or more ferocity. Around the
hunting of big game has been thrown
glamour~-and rightfully-that has mo
equal for the lover of excitement save in
war.
But of all the species of big game,
which lure men into the wilds of I'M
known lands, which are the most danger
Gus to the hunter? 1t is question that
but few will answer alike, and yet back
of every answer there lies story that
gives good and sufficient reason for it. 1t
has been my privilege to talk with many
of the most noted big game hunters OF
Europe, men who have made business
of following the chase in both Africa and
Asia, some for pleasure, some for profit,
some for both, and to many of them /
have put this question. can do no bet
ScI Iudu W give d lew VI IuSlA dho w "a D
and let the reader judge for himself:
Gen. A. A. A. Kinloch, whose acquaint-
ance with the big game of India covers a
long period and a wide geographical
range, says:
''Your question as to which consider
the most dangerous animal to encounter
when at bay is a difficult one to answer
satisfactorily. So much depends upon
circumstances, such as the nature of the
ground, etc. have had little experience,
having seldom been charged by any
animals when on foot. Only elephant,
gaur and panther have really come for
me- and have always killed or stopped
diem. I have, of course, often followed
up wounded dangerous beasts, but have
generally found them more anxious to
escape than to fight. In the open, a
good shot who is we'll armed and keeps
perfectly cool should nearly always kill
or turn any animal Under such circum-
stances l think that the elephant is prob
ably the most dangerous, as when his
head is raised and his trunk cOiled, it
is difficult to judge the true line for the
brain. In long grass or thick jungle
perhaps several animals are about equal
ly dangerous. You may almost tread on
wounded tiger or panther before you
see it, and it may seize you before you
can raise rifle. The buffalo and gaur
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Bic Hotel for Racine.

Racine is to have one of the largest
and most modern summer hotels in
the country, to be located on the north
side lake shore. Charles Ross, of New
York, representing wealthy syndi-
cate interested in winter hotels at
Palm Beach, Fla, and other places, has
been looking at $40 acres of ground
upon which those interested have Sc
cured an option.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
$1,5OO,OOO, Mortgage Filed.

One of the biggest mortgages ever
filed in Winnebago county has been
presented to the register of deeds. 1t
is for $1,500,000, and is issued by the
Telegraph company in
favor of the Bowling Green Trust com
pany, of New York, for the purpose of
first mortgage bonds issued
June 1, 1874, for $1,1S0,OOO at seven
per cent. by the Western Union Tele-
graph company.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
WISCONSIN STATE NEWS.
New Thing in Writs.

In Milwaukee a new thing in in
functions has been sprung. The Mil
waukee Custom Tailors' union secured
an injunction against Marnitz & Co..
restraining them from discharging
union men and employing nonunion
men in their places. The union
claimed that Marnitz & Co. had a con-
tract with the union which runs until
October l binding the firm to employ
only union men. It is charged that this
contract has been broken, and the de-
PENDANTS are in conspiracy with other
merchant tailors in the city to break
I'D the union
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Ivuched.

Gainesville, Ca, July John Jones,
the negro assailant of Mrs. Banister,
was lynched near the scene of his crime
Thursday. Judge A. w. Fite made a
speech in an attempt to restrain the
,rowd of about 200, but it was useless.
The negro's body was riddled with bull
lets. more than 500 shots being fired.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
One Benefit of Strikes,

els Gideon still your walking dele
gate?"
ooh, no; he's our automobile delegate
cw."-Indianapo Journal
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Found Dead in His Bed.

Paris, ILL.,, July Edward Perkins,
one of the largest land owners in
eastern Illinois, was found dead in
bed Friday. He was native of Eng
land and owned property worth over
5000 900.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Tramps Cause Reign of Terror.

Tramps Cause Reign OF Terror.
Residents at Corliss and along the
line of the Milwaukee road are terror
lied on account Of the depredations
and crimes committed by hundreds
of hoodlums and tramps who infest
that locality. Gardens are ruined,
everything in them being stolen.
Houses and stores are entered, freight
cars robbed and people assaulted.
Brakemen on trains dare rot eject the
gang from trains, fearing their lives
Section men are pelted with coal and
rocks, and one of them was struck and
knocked insensible the other night
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
No Common Hired Hand.

Agent of Apartment House-When
can you go to work?
Dignifed Person (who has accepted
position as janitor of building)-I can
enter upon the duties of my Office at
once, sir.-Chicago Tribune.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Ratifications EXCHANGED

Washington, July 2.-Secretary Hay
and Minister Quesada have exchanged
notifications of the permanent treaty
between America and Cuba, embodying
the Platt amendment.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
England's Largest Window.

The largest window in Britain is the
east window in York cathedral. 1t is
rs feet high, and 80 feet wide.-London
Tit-BitS.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
She Couldn't Tell

Mistress-Did the fisherman who
stopped here this morning have frogs
legs?
Nora-Sure, mum, dinnaw. he
wore pantS.-Cornell Widow.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07
Insured Letters.

For an extra fee of from three to six
cents registered letters in Canada can
now be insured up to limit of S25.
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

made to legends of the red men; ana
yet perhaps it is one Of those things
that are so simple and beautiful no
repetition can make them tiresome.
At any rate, doubtless for some time
to come we shall continue to take
pleasure in the musical numbers of the
LongfelIow poem; and when we con-
slider that the red man himself has
fallen under the spell of Strong-Heart
Hiawatha and Minnehaha Laughing
Water. we shall feel small wonder
River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1904-07-07

n THIS country we are in
danger of making Of Hia-
watha a bore with our in
PRODUCTION of it into the
schools as a textbook, with
our endless quotations
from il when reference is
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
Talks % His Firerds.

W A. Pride wishes to tell the pub
ur that he is prepared TO do all
kinds of tinwork and plumbing in a
flst.class manner and guarantees
satisfaction ~ every particular He
Is now putting the roof on the Ell1s'
rail- AZ Broadway and Washington
streets His shop is on Broadway.
VI ere he employs none but expert
Norkmen. Mr.. Pride's reputation Is
too we'll known TO need comment at
C,u hands. T-b1l
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
JOSEPH De oRAssE.
Appearance of This Famous Actor Is
Now Assured.

wow AboNFtus
NanaEo- Robson. after a volume OF
C'irc-poudcuce has finally arranged
.or single Performance OF Hamlet.
iu which MIR n Grasse will be- seen
as the melancholy Dave So much
trash under tho gIisc Of plays is now
being offered theatorgoers that the
forthcoming engagement OF this well
k, own young star In Shakespeare's
Masterpiece should come as a relief
oLt IS entitled to- the hearty support
or all those DESTROYS Of seeing the
Test class of play succeed The oc-
ca-ion nf Mr. De Grasses appearance
~ thc Robson opera house will af.
ford the only opportunity this season
10 see Shakespeare greatest play
pi, ,sented hy an allround excellent
company. with complete scenic equip
~ ,ut and rich. correct customcs.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
Rev. Brad Hays.

Last Sunday at III a N. preached
at the CROSSROADS school house. The
attendance was SDod. expect to
Isit this point again soon. Next
Wednesday night will begin a meet.
ug al Simon. I. T. BRAD HAYS.
Missionary.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

\ Bargain-On 6,cDInt OF n'w ma
G.! ines being al i,d to my college
equipments have ONE god s,'Cnd
hand typewriter &C. ,ent or 9 II very
,Eoap. ! am al, aren't for ~ Under
NuNd typoWritc. 1nd have ,a gains
f. offer ~ new m1. hines.
G.. T.. SEINIDGE,
l3-tf Pres. Sclyidgcs Bus. College.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
We Never Sleep,

Its unhealthy for transfer men, \
brand new carriage has been added 20
yur already splendid rigs-we want
10 please our patrons, Baggage trans.
fcrc in connection Phone "a
90-lm W. X. INGRAM,
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
Methodist Bazaar.

The ladies' of the Methodist church
will give n nie bazaar on the 18th .:
, his month. -uu can get a great
hearty dinner for 20 cents. All lad
i,s who desire 10 contribute will eqvo
their offerinr with Miss Nellie Fan
on North Wa hing1on street.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
A Timely Tonic.

At This season OF coughs and colds
il Is well to know that Roley's Honey
and Tar is the greatest throat and
lung remedy. II cures quickly and pre-
vents serious results from cold.
Sold by Bonner a. Bonner.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

r. W R8ndol who has been 80 TOR
some time, vas able t. b LpUt the
ST. eets yesterday. althoIsh he is SIN
somewhat inaisposed
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Gould you use some cheap money
at a low rate OF interest, five years
kan with privilege TO pay at any in
terest maturity?"
THE AMERICAN INVESTMENT co
Oct. 10. Atoka, |. I.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Edgar. Choate, the old reliable hack
man. has again resumed business and
will be glad to fill all calls at any
time Phone No. 20 17-tf
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

on gold-dlled spectacles no one
meets the prices Of |. Boyer. the We,,
Main street matchmaker. -
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Cure your headache for 10 cents.
Perfectly harmless. Tablets or pow
G,rs Frank Butt. Drug Store 72t
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Dr. Nicholson. dentist. will be in
atlanta. Ga, from Jan. ! to May 10.
1cn5. 5-3
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Our fall and winter wOolens nave
arrived, they offer the finest seiecroD
o. patters to select trom srd we guar
a1tce perfect workm. Ls hip and the
,,West prices
J. j STOItA. The a.. or
T-3m
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

When you commence thinking
about gifts for Christmas we want
yod To think of these fine ebony and
rCxwood hair and cloth brushes. They
will he appreciated.
+. J. RAMSEY. Druggist
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07
Desirable
Gifts

December is neu,eNiuZ month. but We believe Tie
solution OF many holiday troubles can he found by
ing what have The goods that We call holiday
good, tine best of an gifts because they mainly
things that drr desirable at amy little timer
and i'lc more OF them than regularly carry. bat
Jli sensible gifts
Perfumes hair, CLOTH hat shaving and complexion
brushes. toilet sets ian tuNwuod. ebony, etc Poci
books purses, auto bags. stationery ra1or~.
shaving supplies, books, Mccrschaum and Brian
pipes, smoking sets, cigars, whisl5 broon~, fancy
thermometers fountain pens. etc.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Riding brides and buggy brides
he best az Preddy's.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1904-12-07

Largest stock, perfect workmanship
tul lowest price. Place your order
Nlth MS for tailor.made suits and
rnuscrs. J. J. STOl4FA.