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The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27
ENTRANCE.
no MoUNDsviLLE FAIR GROUNDS
iSsspIsPuTED TERRITORY-A
III Gt FEN NOW CROSS
ES 1T.

sSsMOUNDSVILLE, May PA pecll-
Sliar5stateS OF affairs exists in this city
nov between what is known as the
pIds ming and manufacturing COM
Sspany and tn e present directors or con-
troIierss 81 Sthe fair grounds. 1t seems
though there has been some mis-
Z md e-staad: Eg between the two par
ties for#scme time and now it has
come to the point where action is
taken Il he EIininS and Manufac-
turing company several years ago pur-
chased several acres of ground in the
East End, where the fair ground now
is located. Later another company
purchased the properly, or rather OBJ
tanned control of it and built the fair
ground. TIL zero is a narrow strip OF
land that there has been some little
dispute over for some time and as tho
original owners and the present con-
stroIIers could not come to agreeable
terms. the former has had high
fence erected, enclosing the property
that llevEclair which takes in both
" the main entrances. This will nc
& doubt cause some little trouble, as all
Preparations were being made for the
fair and. many people had already
moved horses there TO be put in train
iIls There is only one entrance left,
4 and thatsis VIA the comfy road The
matter Is attracting considerable at
sf1ention and the outcome will be
Watched closely. The old company
claims that they have 2. feet of re-
serve along the west side of the
81 grounds, and extends for 2,2o0 feet
aIolle;Sthe fence.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27
TRIMMED UP
TO HIS TASTE

MONTGOMERY, w Va. May PC
That sectional feeling. though dying
is not dead. as was demonstrated here
yesterday when a crippled Union sol
der approached 4 Montgomery Cit
izen who had served on the other side
in the late unpleasanrnesS and hasn't
gotten over il yet. The Union man
was horribly crippled. He had been
wounded in the face, both legs We're
shot off, and ore Of his arms. IN the
good hand he extended 4 small basket
for assistance. A number of Mont
gomery people dropped small coins in
20 the basket and finally the old Con-
federate came by and after listening
to his statement dropped five dollars
into the basket. did you belong TO
my old regiment? Were we comrades
in arms?'' mot by a whole lot said
! the Confederate. Then why are you
so liberal to a poor Union soldier?"
Because you are the first Yank that
ever. saw trimmed up just exactly
to my taste, and when see one I'm
willing to pay for it,
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27

Beautiful Ernestine was sobbinS as
though her heart would break.
What is it, dear:" asked her girl
friend.
"W-why." she sobbed, Il told Jack.
after he had proposed. to go up and
see papa
What of that?"
why. they started playing cards.
and now be goes up to see papa every
night"
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27
Have the Desire.

Make UP your mind to be educated.
and you are already half educated. a
strong desire to be or to do any partic-
ular thing. accompanied by effort. null
tiples your power and throws wide
the door Of opportunity that leads to
the accomplishment of your purpose
Success
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27
Almost.

Hinks-I always like to dine with q
man who knows how to order q dim
ner. Binks-Yes; it's almost as good
as dining with man who knows how
to pay for one.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27
B0YVLEGGED
PLAYERS

The Mail wants it distinctly under
stood that We never claimed tue
Charleston base ball team could nCl
be defeated Some of the players arc
TOO bowleSSed to warrant that belief.
Charleston Mail.
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27
4 AXE DOWN BARS
FOR this TRAIN

Over beyond Terra Alta there is a
little one-horse railroad with one
Y dinkey engine and a fat car TO haul
E lumber, cross-ties, tanbark, etc, that
runs up into the red brush OF the coun-
try somewhere, and we noticed it the
other day from GAG" on the B. & O.,
pulling out for the hills and stopping
at gate along the line where the
track runs through farm and we I'M
!derstand there are several gates. bars
and slipgaps that the train crew have
10 open and close after each trip
Parkersburg Sentinel.
Observation-Disclosures qualities are possess
,gd DyS the River sTinto, in Spain. 1t
densSand petrides the sand in its
and$if stone falls in the stream,
pom anoth er in in rs a5a few
tel and Become & o21 one
a! canlot II Ne in itssWat ers:
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27

have good saloon for. sale that s !.
doing dol q nice BUSINESS sit1' at good bar
gain. H. H. La hham. &5
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1904-05-27

I. Read the West virginian. It has
theElatest news. $SS Sss 3ss s54
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
Fuller Swift.


Boys Club and in this capacity will contribute to the
pleasure OF his many young friends as usual
The great underlying principles of the Chautauqua@
Literary and Scientific Circle strictly preserved in
this assembly From small beginning the great work
has spread until the Mother Society at Chautauqua in
New York State now numbers its descendants by the
thousands At first association of literary and
scientific scholars who met for serious Study the idea
caught the attention Of the general public and in few
years, the membership included thousands the greater
number Of whom those who BY home study, were
seeking to broaden their minds and increase their knoW
edge The programs were changed BY adding the more
popular features, recreation and Improvement
bined, and the present Chautauqua program was the
result. But jot or little Of the scholarly
of study has been taken away and the benefits to be
derived from the courses too well known to need
repetition All these available TO everyone, and per-
and receive their degrees and diploma from the Assoc
CATION #
Mrs Ora B. Swift will conduct the c. L. S. c. and
Round Table, and her experience skill and learning
will make this of the most profitable features of
the assembly.
few years ago the enthusiastic G. e. S. C. mem
bers began popular subscription for the purpose Of
raising funds to Hall Of Philosophy for the use
Of the c. c. classes, Bible school, and other like
features. So popular the movement that the fund
lis well advanced and in short time of the most
artistic and beautiful buildings in the land will be erected
for these purposes 1t will be worthy monument TO-
C. T. S. G. members Mrs Swift will be assisted in this
work this year by Mrs Walter Walker, of DesMoines,
Iowa. who is of the ablest G. = workers in the
country. - . --a-.- ii - 81
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

The bathing facilities absolutely unsurpassed.
The waters of Devils Lake contain large number OF
health and inyigorating properties that
sessed by no other body Of water in the world Every
attendants provided, and for those whose
tons can not stand the shock of cold plunge, swim
which the water raised to comfortable
by artificial heat The visitor is thus afforded all the
baths decidedly beneficial health has been amply
demonstrated, and verified by large number of we'll
pleased patrons The swimming tank and bathing pier
will be lighted by electricity, and evening baths will be
specially
The auditorium is the largest in the northwest with
seating capacity of 1000 while the ampitheater form
and seat elevation, with the absolutely perfect acoustics
enable every to and hear everything distinctly,
even when the building is filled to its utmost capacity
railroad to the city of Devils Lake, from which point
short line railway directly to the park gates Con-
nections with all trains arriving and departing from
Devils Lake are made by the Chautauqua train.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

Camp Life.
their attendant invgorating and results
door life in North Dakota summer. Here on the
shore of the great inland OF prehistoric with
all its myths and native forest OF gigan
tic trees with the gentle of the for music
the wearing of life may be laid aside and few
days in recreation relaxation and healthfu amuse
The Association again announces its mission to please
and elevate the people Upon its platform regardless
of UNCONVENTIONAL lines political affiliations are
gathered the fruits of the greatest minds and r1pest
scholars, the accomplished culture and the most
comprehensive knowledge of the greatest movements
of the country.
The cosmopolitan life of this assembly is Of the
greatest popular features naugurated at Chat
auqua in the country The pleasures OF camp life are
happily combined with those of classic Chautauqua
Assembly Life in the open air is special feature of
this association.
special effort is made to instruct entertain and
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

Romantic Scene.
The North Dakota Chautauqua is planned and con-
Quoted largely for the benefit and entertainment of the
the long winter months, the session coming immediately
after the planting OF the crops completed to them,
Chautauqua is indeed well merited Life in the
biities, with all the uplifting and ennobng pleasures
and recreatons to be had the glorious on the
dells, the sail in the twilight on the lake an
hour Of profitable entertainment the Auditorium in
the evening" and then with the air ladened with the per-
fume of wild flowers, and the gentle murmer of the
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
DETAILED PROGRAM.

FRIDAY, JULY FIRST & s&sss
Specialists POWELL ortele Repertoire Company will
Of their best productions this date This 10
gsste o the aguT % END M
An auditorium admission fee of Is and IS win be charged
n for this evening.
SATURDAY. JULY sEeoND-BoTTINEAU DAY.
intermediate
ll00 A. MSirand Opening Band Concert, Indian
1S0 3 in Auditorium. nightingale COLI
300 r Swift Superintendent Of Platform
Lecture BY John 2. White On Of the following
subjects; THE Dignity ssThe TO
Work" Henry George and His Doctrine Z. 'sThe
sssngls Iax e aan ognershp Of Public
200 E. M-gasebal, Devils Lake and visiting team.
o;6O X M-Grand Balloon
s53 IN dog and aeronaut.
r. P. s8
500 p. M.Musical Program
$3.50 MPowe Portfolio Repertoire Company IN the greatest
play Of the s5Tay$Ss s
SUNDAY, JULY THIRD #
1000 "A. M.-Sacred
III l0:Sg A. M--lnter. Denominaionai School.
u 500 r M-piscourss by eminent divine.
500 Whimsical In Auditorium by Quartet
lists, etc. "a n
I'M 81, KID 4. MONDAY, JULY FOURTH
Musical lI aasssiainmsns il Audi,orIum
Pariotic Band Concert followed
auditorium. Reading Declaration 81 Undergraduates
Mastertu and Patriotic oratian BY an eloquent
s B. Pss s sas tss
and
III $50 RI k.--Band Corcert
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

The NORTH Dakota Chautauqua Association offers
to its patrons this emphatcaly the best pro-
ever presented any Chautauqua Assembly in the north
west and the equal Of that of any in the entire country
on the lecture platform have all been gathered from
the vast realms OF culture and thought to be spread
before the patrons Of the North Dakota Chautauqua
To this unsurpassed intellectual feast are added the
pleasures OF bathing, boating and swimming, with all
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
SUPERINTENDENT OF PLATFORM.

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tnan Wnom tnere
IS no aDier piat
form $ u P e RI n
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CONDUCT the pat
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Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
MENDELssoHN QUARTET
p July 1916. &.
These are ar

These are ar
fists Of the high
est class whose
regulations e X
tend from ocean
to- ocean, t he "
having appeared
wi TIL uriyarying,
success in every
S { at e in I h e
union, and hav-
ing made TO u 4
tours of the Cam
adam provinces,
the last of which
proved almost an
ovation, S o en-
Enthusiastically
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

gently the edge The entire park of
which comprises the Chautauqua grounds is heavily tim
bered with magnificent trees which afford delightful
protection from the heat, while the winding roads
through woodland dels carry the beholder back in
imagination to those classic forest roads Of medieval
times which kings and princes delighted to travel
In fact the grounds of the North Dakota Chautauqa
Association realization Of the romantic scenes
when knghthood was in flower" assss5
On the lake Capt. F. E. Herman operates SPLEEN
did line OF boats for the pleasure Of the visitors and
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

Starting on Excursion.
waves for lullaby the delightful and refreshing
seepi Fit life for the gods themselves! What more
could morfas wish on earth?
Every reader of this booklet is urged to lay aside
the cares and responsibilities Of life for few days and
spend the time in rest recreation and Improvement at
Ghatauqua These pages give only brief outline of
the good things III store for the visitors They must
be realized TO be appreciated.
DESCRIPTIVE.
The Chautauaua grounds certainly the most
beautiful to be found anywhere With an elevation Of
forty feet above the surface of Devils Lake they slope
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
MARION MAUDE LINDSEY
July 1924.

This brilliant and talented young
artist will again appear before the people
of her native state to the fame Of which
she has added so much. A musician Of
the very brightest ability, she has sung
her way into the hearts of Chautauquans
all over the west. Possessed Of a sweet
soprano voice with something of mezzo
quality, she is able to sing with great
sympathy and tenderness. Her pleasing
manner and the grace Of her musical
speech are the delights Of all who hear
her. As a North Dakotan, admired by
every citizenSof her native state, she will
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
ATHLETICS.

Walter Hemphill, director Of the de-
partment Of athletics Of the University Of
North Dakota, will have charge Of the
athletics at Chautauqua again this year,
A hall with every modern appliance will
be used, and exercises for ladies and gem
tlemen, boys and girls will be conducted.
A special, though reasonable, fee will be
charged for this course.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
HERoNs sIsrERs, ooNcERr cosRANY

combination Of beauty and talent never equaled8
character while their ensemble work is absolutely unex
ce1led They present program that will measure to
such character as please the popular lyceu audiences
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

Indian Band.
musicians Of the state while the fact that the Indian
has reached such proficiency one the cultured
is itself worth trip to Chautauqua to realize AS a
Chautauqna attraction the reputation Of the band has
extended to the east and fatterng inducements have
been made to them elsewhere but having been at this
assembly every year from its start they will be true to
their first love, and remain this season.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
FIELD DAY
Inlr IL -.

The second annual Field Day of the Boys and Girls
Clubs will be under the supervision Of the Physical
Director Walter Henphl. There will be races, jump
ing relay races and base ball. The splendid reputation
acquired by this department under the management of
Prof. Hemphil assures the success of this day, and
makes Of the desirable in the entire program
lighted by electricity at night
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
/ MADAM VIRGINIA GREEN

sAs5 July 2-8
The colored queen Of soprano solosts. Undoubtedly
the greatest lady sooist Of the colored With
cultured and charming manner, she renders the
melodies of the Freedmen with all their patos and
derness. Dstinctness of pronunciation sweetness and
cearness of tone and marvellous volume the artistic
qualities she thoroughly possesses Certainly tine most
talanted woman Of her race. 81
NIGHTINGALE MALE QUARTET S4
July 2-8.
Absolutely the only co1ored musicians before the
American public who render the melodies and songs Of
the southern plantation in the days of romance
in the native dialect with the artess melody and with
the depths Of feeling and pathos that have given the
negro songs worldwide reputation. Many Of these
native features have been destroyed BY the socaed
minstrelsy and jubilee singing, and these artists are
giving their patrons the true melody Of the negro
Those who appreciate the melodies of the old time
southern negro afford to miss this great treat
EUTERPEAN LADIES QUARTET Il
.#8E July Clio. #S
One Of the most popular musical organizations be-
fore the public Each member accomplished soloist,
while their duets and trios special features of their
programs. Their voices are powerful, yet sweet and
melodious Their repertoire includes sufficient number
OF light and popular to please the popular demand
while the high class of music which they sing enthusi
asticay admired by the trained musicians. They thus
please and entertain all who hear them.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
OUR NATAL DAY.

Chautauqua is enthusiastically patriotic and for its
thousands of patrons who to spend the day upon
which the glorious stars and stripes born, with
program in keeping with the day and the event will
be given. One Of the most celebrated and popular
speakers of the country will be the orator Of the day.
While the day has been celebrated for than cen
fury and quarter return shows increase In
the desire Of the people Who by birth adopton are
citizens Of the land Of the free and the home Of the
brave, to pay fitting tribute to the day which marked
the beginning of human liberty It will be the greatest
Fourth Of July ever attempted in North Dakota
To satisfy that principle Of Americanism that loves
to do and dare there will be whole day Of attractions
which makes the blood flow with renewed energy, the
climax of which will be balloon ascension and para
chute drop from elevation as high ever at
tempted } A8*
The day will probably be celebrated by the Indians
either the Chautauqua grounds their reserva-
ton directly the lake. in all their gorgeous native
costumes and with their weird dances As the
ton will be opened for settlement during the present
summer, this will be the last great gathering OF this
AS fitting close for this day Of patriotism, there
evening ever witnessed. It will be yertable sea Of
fire. and the pyrotechnics alone will be worth many times
the cost Of the entire day Come and get baptism
of patriotism. Ss
continual strain Of the martial music that strs
mems souls and makes and destroys empires will be
rendered by the musical organizations during the day.
In the evening, the PowelPortello Repertoire Com
pany composed Of eleven of the best artists in the west
will appear in the auditorium in specially arranged
entertainment in keeping with the event
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
REDUCED RAILROAD RATES.

For the benefit of Chautauqua patrons, the Great
Northern Railroad will sell tickets from all points on
its lines in North Dakota to Devils Lake, from July end
to July 24th inclusive, and onethrd fare for the
round trip upon the certificate plan Full fare will be
charged going to and upon the
Secretary on the grounds the will
by him. and will entitle the holder to return ticket
one-thrd the full rate. Purchasers OF special ex
curson tickets may have the portion of the same
exchanged and the limit extended July 25h by paying
the difference between the special excursion rate and the
round trip rate of one and third fare.
It has been truly said that music the language Of
the SOUL and recognizing this fact the Chautauqua man
agement has this provided Tor its patrons the
greatest musical treat offered to music loving
public The selection includes of the most classic
musicians before the American public, who will please
difficult strains Of the great masters Then there will
be the popular features, which always please and
are enjoyed by all. There is music for everybody
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
BOWLING ALLEY.

fine two-tracl bowling alley was erected last year.
and every facility will be provided for those who desire
TO gain blood and muscle BY this healthfu amuse-
such times will have the exclusive Of the alleys
Bowling of the state especially invited to be
present and for first place. The alley will be
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
MADAM ALICE MYRoN
July 11-16.

Possessed of rich contralto voice.
yet well suited for dramatic effect,
Madam Myron is able to render the classic
selections Of the masters in the most
pleasing manner. Combined with her
ability is a striking stage appearance that
makes her at once a fayorite, and es-s
tablishes her reputation as the greatest
5contralto singer Of the west.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
PAGE MUSICAL NOVELTY COMPANY

This is certainly the greatest musical feature being
presented to popular audiences The members per-
fecty at home with almost any character of musical
instrument but the attraction lies the fact that the
instruments are not only uncommon but in many in
program is musical novelty and wonder and some
thing that can seldom be and heard outside the
largest cities.
INDIAN BAND.
This splendid aggregation Of musicians will again
be present and during the entire session will give three
daily outdoor concerts The band is composed of
than thirty pieces and the members among the best
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24
BALLOON ASCENSIONS.
July 2 and 4.

One Of the most sensational features provided for
the amusement and entertainment Of the Chautauqua
end and 4th Each ascension will be followed BY two
parachute drops, one Of which is the remarkabe
and sensational in the country. At height of nearly
three thousand feet parachute loose the basket
containing dog aeronaut who descends by his
safely to EARTH At still greater height the other para
chute containing the baloonist himself descends This
peared outside Of the cities, and is of the e-
pensve features in Chautauqua work Something the
children will be determined to see and the older people
afford to miss This will be the only appearance
in the state.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1904-06-24

every citizen OF her native state, she will prove
the most delightful singers in the strong program at
Chautaiqua this season. $2sE
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1904-09-19

Ills Sisters Caller And YOU say your
sister is skittisii and nervous! sup
pose she would jump at Il mouse:
Willie | don't know bout her jump
in at Il mouse. hut ! hay heard her
tell ma that she would jump AZ Il pro
rosal. whatever that is. = New York
American.
The daily silver state. [volume] (Winnemucca, Nev.) 1903-1907, 1904-09-19
Business Conditions

New York, Sept. H.-Western bankers
had the floor at today's session of the
convention of the American Bankers
Association. The principal speakers were
F. ]. Frame. president of the Wauke
shaw national bank of Waukeshaw, Wis.
w. C. Robinson. president of the FRS,
National bank of Winfield, Kan. and Eu
gene E. Prussing OF Chicago. whose top
&c was National Banks and the Trust
Company problem A feature of the
day was the call of sections. North.
South, East and West.' which brought
forth five statements by bankers on the
encouraging condition of business In va
rious parts of the country from which
they came.