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The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
A GHOST WITH A TRUNK
The Mystery that Is Disturbing Four
Northern Iowa Counties.

WEBSTER CITY, IOWA.-The citizens Of the
Humboldt in the northwestern part of the
state, are stirred up over the supposed appear
ance Of ghosts in a farmhouse situated five
border line Of Humboldt and Pocahontas coun-
ties. The farm in question was; up to a few
days ago. occupied by Will Henneberry, newly
married man. While seated at supper with
his Wife and young lady. friend, strange
noises were heard in athe attic above. The
young lady jocularly invited the visitors tc
come down and join them in their supper
The visitor took her at her word, and presently
sounds were heard of trunk being lifted
down the stairs, step at time, and 8
figure clad in a fur coat appeared, driving the
occupants out Of the house. Since that time
the house has not been occupied. HenneberrJ
only goes there in the daytime to do his chores
and attend to the stock. Parties have beer
! formed from neighboring towns. Some CLAIM
| to have heard noises and seen things, whlie
others claim to have been undisturbed.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
TO DRAIN LAKES
A Movement to Get More Land Near
Henderson, N. D.

HANKINsON, N. D,-A movement has been
started by interested parties to have Cotton
wood lake and another smaller lake near by
drained into Lake Traverse,$ and thus reclaim
a considerable area of land. preliminary
survey has been made. and the surveyor reports
that the matter can be easily accomplished, as
there is a descent of four feet to the mile
between Cottonwood and Traverse lakes, dis
lance of seven miles.
Great Bend farmers are endeayor1ng TO or,
elevator.
Miss Isabelle Williams, bookkeeper and stem
ographer for NJ. A. Wipperman,- was married
in Minneapolis last week to W. E. Curtis OF
Glenwood, MINI. The marriage was a complete
surprise to her many friends In Hank1nsQn.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
HE HAD 78 CHICKENS
Prominent Citizen Of Frazee Called on
to Explain,

FRAZEE. MINN.-Before the local justice Of
appear next week on the charge of having seven
weight prairie chickens in his possession. The
bond was Immediately furnished.
There is much speculation as to who furnished
the game that was seized by the warden.
The minimum fine is $3.50 and the maximum
Is about $4,000. The accused has always borne
a good character and is highly esteemed.
t. Mrs. Abbie B. Church. national evangelist
for the W. c. T. u, spoke to large audiences
in the Wetmur hall Mrs. $. s. Jones' local
president. presided. Mrs. Church made a deep
impression.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
ST. ANTHONY PARK

Professor and Mrs. S. B. Green enter
tanned at dinner Wednesday for Professor Hayes
of Washington, D. G.
Mr.. and Mrs. wye entertained Professor and
and Mrs. Boss and Mr.. and Mrs. William Boss
at dinner Friday evening.
Charles Underhill the dramatic 1mpersonater,
gave program for the Agricultural college stu
dents entertainment club at Pendergast hall
Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Boss gave the second
and third series of the junior class parties Tues
day and Wednesday evenings.
Professor and Mrs. Drew entertained inform
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
HIS FOUR THOUSANDTH CORPSE
An Iowa Undertaken Celebrates His
Fortieth Anniversary.

doubtedly the Oldest undertaken in America has
just celebrated his fortieth business anniversary
at Centerville:,. At the same time he buried the
is now over 80 years Of age. During the most
severe cold weather he refuses to wear an over
coat. and during the recent >blizznrd which
swept this country from coast to coast Lank-
ford appeared upon the streets Of Centerville in
straw hat which he has owned for twenty five
years: He has never smoker cigar, never had
his photograph taken. never, played q game OF
cards worn q paper collar. Altho exceed
ingly eccentric Landlord is well-to-do and has
the respect of the community.
ELDoRA, 1owA.-Tifty business men Of this
place have formed club, each member agree
ing to spend half hour each day in a study
of the Bible. J. r. Hardin, a banker, is at
the head of the organization.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
THE ICE is SINKING
Strange Reports Come from Lake Pepir
Heavy Snow Covering.

LAKE CITY, MINN.-Reports from various
places indicate that the ice Lake Pepin Is
sinking. caused by the great amount OF snow
covering it, Considerable trouble is experienced
by those crossing the lake.
The A. O.. U, W. lodge is holding a series
of debates at it's regular meetings. which are
very interesting. The subject to be discussed
at the next meeting is: Resolved, that the
future welfare of mankind would be better
promoted by the success Of the Russians in the
present struggle than by the success Of the
JAPANESE
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
STODDARD MURDER CASE
It Is Now Nearing It's Close a
Pembina, N. D.

PEMBINA, N, D.-Both state and defense in
the trial Of Edward T. Bascom for the murder
of Byron Stoddard have concluded their testi-
mony. The last witness in rebuttal was Senator
Putnam of Blue Earth, Mimi, who testified he
was for six years county attorney Of that county
and that he knew and was we'll acquainted with
Stoddard and that Stoddard was a good, peace
able and law-abidng citizen. On cross examina-
ton he was asked If. while an Official ana t act
against Stoddard for assault This was OBJ
jected to by the state and the objection was sus-
tanned. 1t is expected that the will be
finally submitted to the jury tonight. The trial
has lasted two weeks.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
ELMER PAYNE DEAD
The Body Is Taken to Taylors Falls for
Interment.

EVELErH, N.-Elmer Z. Payne. who lost
his right leg yesterday morning at Allen juno
scious except when under the influence of an
aesthetics. His wife was at his side The body
interment His aged mother lives there Mr..
Payne. belonged to the United Order Of 1 Work
the last two weeks q brother, sister and uncle
of the deceased have been buried.
The Eyeleth police force has been increased
to four men by the appointment of John Derzat,
who commenced his duties on the 18TH r.. ..
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
THE IOWA COLLEGES
Why They Object to Fred Clark's Orr
ton on the Grace Problem

GRINNELL. Enthusiastically feeling is
aroused in college circles Of the state over the
torical contest Of Fred J. Clarke Of Cornell col
lege who won the state oratoreai contest l last
year. Not only does Mr.. Clarke use the same
LEM" but it remains practically unchanged in
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

MARsHALLTowN, 1owA.-out of the &C
ton of the city council. abolishing the sixth
ward has grown one Of the bittersst pol Mtea
ings are being held nightly by the sixth ward
ers and their r nop Plan s3t on 100
and the anti-saloon element in an effort to de
feat Alderman Ingledue, candidate for mayor
The state association Of county auditors closed
its convention here Thursday afternoon. De-
Moines gets the next meeting. The presiden
ia W f. licIeland of Marst alltowli. .- -
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

BEssEMER MICH.-The work Of changing
the Wisconsin Central tracks at White river,
with the principal object in view that of "a
cilitatiug the ore traffic to the docks at Ash.
engineers solution. Because Of the long bridge
it is now necessary to in crossing the stream,
speed, each losing probably. ten minutes time.
The object will be By H., an a s0t ZEN
cubic yards of material will be required, in ad-
dition to 1900 piles the dEixing Of which Is
menced as soon as the snow disappears, the
earth being secured at various points along the
line where it will be loaded into cars by means
Of steam shovels. Fifty men now employed
and in the spring the force will be increased te
several hundred. The river itself will be spanned
by an arch of concrete.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

BAGLEY, M1NN.-A petition has been circu-
to Railroad Commissioner Ira B. Mills asking
fora night operator at the Great Northern at
this place. -The house owned by w. j. Earl was
burned Wednesday before the fire department
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

EvELETH, M1NN.--The water in the Troy
by Pickands- Mather, has been lowered ninety
feet. Two six-inch pipes have been put down
ection.--After forty days work with one
steam shovel Drake g. stratton have completed
of way. Runquist, the contractor is making
extraordinary progress for the work at the other
the depot and the ground surfaced up for con-
nections with the Duluth, Missabe & Northern.
Steel rails fifty and some sixty pounds,
are being delivered. ".-
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

BUTTE MoNT-Robert seway ,,dpa prominent m ni1t
lon Mont yesterday from injuries sustained by
oyertmrnine Of his wagon His team was fright
ened ct an automobile and Jumped into the dltcn'
Selway came to Montana in 1854.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

VERNON CENTER, MINN.-Christ Hanson
ave miles west of Vernon Center, in the acct
dental discharge Of shotgun. blew off his left
land and destroyed his left eye.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

ARGYLE, M1NN.-M. H. Noyotny, editor Of
the Marshall County Banner, died yesterday.
He had been resident of this place for nearly
twenty years and will be greatly missed Mr..
Novotny was correspondent OF The Minneapolis
Journal at this place.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

IOWA FALLS. 1oWA.--The indications are
that A. A. Smith, the editor. Of Storm Lake;
who was one of the principals in the sensational
shooting affair in that city in which H. z.
Schultz prominent WAS ady
Storm Lake as soon as his escapade is satisfac-
torily adjusted. 1t appears that shortly after s
the shooting. Mr.. Smith sold MS paper, the
nounced by a friend of Smiths that the latter
will return to the shears and paste pot as soor
as he can square himself in the courts and Sc
cure his liberty.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

sTEwARTv1LLE, MINN-William Smith.
one of the pioneers of Olmsted county, died
e yesterday He 80 years DID, and had lived
IN Minnesota fifty years.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
A HOT FIDDLE
w. B. williams Of Menominee, Mich,
Has q Prize.

MENOAIINEE, MICH.-W. B. Williams has
what is believed to be the most valuable vio-
lin in the United States. 1t was made in Italy
in 14o2 and taken to Spain in 1925 where Its Its
the hands Of Don Diego Columbus, son Of of
Christopher Columbus, who brought 1t to the
island Of Cuba in 1911. In 1857 the violin came
into the possession of Diego Velasquez, who
brought it to the United States Velasquez died
in st. Augustine, Fla, in 1913: bequeat5hi Ing
the precious instrument to relative, who later
sold it to Mr.. williams, great-grandfather Of
the present owner Williams is only moderately de
well-to-do but so highly does he prize the VIC
lin that the offer of a fortune has not tempted
him to part with 1t. w.
To escape the accusing finger of a guilty
conscience well-known member of Dow1e $
flock at Zion City has sent Alanson Wood q
check for So to pay for goods taken many
years ago when Mr.. Wood was in business at
Ripon.
S. Donald Rogers, travelling evangelist and
free-thinking preacher proposes to establish lls
in existence. Mr.. Rogers proposes to develop
the spiritual mental and mordl IN man H. TIE
nists in clearing their own land. Rogers is
negotiating with the I. Stephenson company for
], 600 acres Of land.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

PIERRE, 8. D.-Warrant for J. P. Goltra's
return to Michigan on a bigamy charge was
refused.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

BATTLE LAKE, MINN.-A farmers institute
was held here. The sessions were in charge OF
T. A. Hoverstad.-A party from Superior was
here yesterday looking for a location for q
creamery and cold storage plant.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

DEER LODGE, MoNT.-.Peter Peterson. a
mitted suicide yesterday by shooting himself
He had been insane at times ever since he wit
messed the hanging Of Macarthur here about four
wears ago.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

DULUTH, notwithstanding to an evening
paper, Guy A. Eaton of this city, chairman Of
the republican congressional committee of this
Duluth If he wishes it.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

DEBORAH, IoWA-After two days Of steady
talking, the attorneys have not yet completed
D. Gray of Preston, Mimi, who is associated
with Mr.. Acres in the case, talked seven hours.
Thursday evening when court adjourned he
turned from the jury, stood for some minutes
with his face covered by his hands and sobbed.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

BILLINGS, MONT.-Lorain r. Jones of Bill
lings has been appointed special land agent In
western states of general land office.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

NEW RICHMOND, W1S.-Dr. Joseph John
son, one of the pioneer practitioners Of this sec
ton, died at his home in this city Of cancer OF
the throat
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

Exactly Like Picture IL dw Standard Knives Fancy Forks
good, FREE, following
Dakota
Nebraska Minnesota, Michigan Wisconsin.
1905 Old
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18
MINOT'S NEW BANK
F. H. Welcome of Minneapolis Has Been
Chosen President.

with capital stock Of $50, 600, to be known as
the Union National bank Of Minot. 1t will
be located in the front of Martin jacobson
hardware store G. J. Albrecht of Pine City,
Mimi, has been in the city completing arrange
ments. Officers and directors We're elected as
follows: F. H. Welcome of Minneapolis, presi
dent; Martin jacobson of this city. vice presi-
dent; G. j. Albrecht Of Pine City, Mimi. cash.
Ter. +. H. Welcome. the sfdent. is also
president Of the Union Investment company OF
Minneapolis. The directors expect to have the
bank ready to open about the middle of April
A building and loan association was organized
last eek. The officers elected follows
r. G. Sanborn, president; w. B. Hawley, vice
president: r. A. Barron, treasurer; J. H. Steiner
son, secretary.
CAKES, N. D.-George n. Fay of this city
was appointed probate Judge by the board of
county commissioners, to fill the vacancy caused
by the death Of Judge Pennington.
NORFOLK, NEB.-A cry Of fire outside the
cperahouse, started on account Of blaze at
the home Of J. Larson, created a panic in the
theater at West Point, Neb, during the per-
Torrance Of the Andrews Opera company. A
rush for the door made, but one was
injured
sAUK CENTER, MIMIC. H. Bennett, q
local business man, and his son Charles nearly
lost their lives by asphyxiation from coal gas.
The son has partially recovered, but after
forty hours the father has not yet gained con-
seriousness.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

BELOIT, WIS.-The biennial Greek play of
Belott college was given last night. The play,
''Euripides and Iphigenia Among the Tau
rians,'' proved great success.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

DES MONIES, IOWA.-Frederick Burns, a
wealthy old farmer of Keokuk county, sued his
neighbor, George Kiett, for $4,000 damages for
made to- settle the tronbe ont Of comrt and
Burns finally agreed that upon the payment of
5000 he Would recent in full
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

STAPLES. M1NN.-The girls basketball team
Of the high school played the Perham girls
team today.-Governmen Postal Inspector r. Fl
Bloodgood Of Des Moines is here going over
the proposed free delivery route.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

IOWA FALLS, .IOWA.-Many people in Iowa
regret to learn Of the recent death Of Mrs. Nor
gan Gibney we'll known member of the the
atrtcal profession, who is known in many towns
and cities of the state, where she has often
appeared with repertory and other dramatic
companies playing the state. Her death was
very sudden and occurred at Jefferson City, Mo-,
where where she was playing, with the Jack Hoefler
Stock company, leading lady. She had just
finished the role Of Camille, in which she was
featured when she was seized with fit Of cough
ing and died few hours later ..s
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

MILWAUKEE,, w1s.-seventy-fve members
of the Chicago Press club arrived in Milwaukee
last night in two special over the Chicago,
Milwaukee & st. Paul railway and were en-
tertained by the Milwaukee Press club. the &C.
casion being a housewarmng in the Milwaukee
Press clubs new quarters.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

PIPESTONE, MINN.-Hiawatha lodge, X. Of
P, gave it's annual party and banquet at the
Masonic Temple. Over eighty guests were pres
ent. A minstrel performance was given by thir-
teen members Of the order.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

form. It is felt quite generally that in using
the grafton Of last year Mr.. Clarke is unfair
the matter viii be brought up before the meet
Ing of the State Oratorical association at Mount
Vernon, Feb. "a, when the contest comes off.
The following colleges participate in the CON
test: Ames, '.The Man of Eloquence"; Grin
Philosophy Of the Race Problem; Iowa Wes-
leyan university, 1.-THE True Basis of Sovereign
t.; Zoe; "A Man.; Knox, 1.-The Menace of the
sons. 1.-The Chore People,
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-02-18

MARSHALLTOWN, IOWA.-State lumbermeI
lected 9. s. Bennett of BOWS president
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-01-15
DECATUR.

Decatur. January 14.-(Special) )-Mr. Bluet Prueit was married to Miss Annie McNabb. Both are of the Decaturs. They will make their future home in Decatur.
 MT. Theodore Gill of Texas was mar ried to Miss Beulah Owens of New De- catur. They left immediately after the wedding for Texas, where they will make their future home.
 Elmer M. Brunton and sister, Miss Jennie NJ Brunton, have returned from a visit to Jeff, Ala.
 Mrs N. J. Hendricks has returned from a visit to Priceyille.
 Miss Addie Barns has returned from an extended visit to Tennessee.
 MT. and Mrs. M T. Boatler visited in Danville the past week.
 Miss Maggie Pfaff of SewiclSley visited in New Decatur the past week.
 Miss Detlefson of Chicago is visiting relatives in the city.
 Miss Sophia Nebrig of Garden City is here on a visit
 Miss Margaret Turner of Athens Is vis- itng here.
 Miss Fannie Williams of Neel is visit ing in the Decaturs.
 Miss Annie Belle Moore is visiting in Nashville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-01-15
OPELIKA,

opelika. January 14-(Special.)-M Florence Fallow has returned to her home in this city after an extended stay in Columbus.
 MT. O. J. McCarley, who has been vis- iting her sister. Mrs. H. L. Williamson, left on Wednesday for her home in An niston
 Miss Daisy Foster has returned to her home in Auburn after visiting Miss Le- vangla Newman.
 MT. Howard Motley and wife spent last Sunday In Auburn with Mir. Mot ley's parents.
 Miss Emma Little of Auburn is the guest this week of Miss Erin Black of this city.
 Mrs F. M. Atkins of Moultrie, Ga, Is visiting Mrs. A. B. McPhaui.
 Miss M. E. Montgomery of Auburn Is visiting in this city.
 Mrs. A. D. Smith of Arlington, Ga, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. B. Me- Phaul
 Miss Cornelia Jernigan and sister Miss Marie, spent last Sunday in Auburn.
 Miss Reese Garner of Camp Hill visited Mrs. A. A. Pennell last week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-01-15
TUSCALOOSA.

Tuscaloosa, January 14-(Special.)- .)-Mrs. Isaac Burton Tigrett of Jackson, Tenn. formerly Miss Mary Sue Kennedy of this city is visiting her mother, Mrs. sallie Olmstead
 Dr. and Mrs. H. S. Persons and little daughter of Montgomery are visiting the family of Dr. A. A. Persons at the State university.
 Dr. and Mrs. S. M. Spencer came up from Knoxville Tuesday evening to at tend the Knight Templar banquet. Mrs Spencer was formerly Mss Lillian Jones of this city.
 Mrs Loveman and Miss Annie Love- man of Dalton, Ga, are visiting Mrs. B. Friedman.
 Miss Flora Harrison of Newmarket is recent matriculate in the boarding de- pertinent at the Alabama Central Fe- male college.
 the guest of her sister Mrs S. D. Lustig.
 MT. W. F. Cotter of Triton, Ga is visiting his parents here.
 Mrs Theresa Myer is visiting relatives in Birmingham.
 MT. and Mrs. C. c. Collier of Dadevile, who were called here by the death of the latters father, John s. Hanly, have returned to their home.
 MT. and Mrs w M Garner and Miss Lucille Garner, who have been visiting the family of J. T. Garner, have returned to their home at Birmingham.
 Miss Lucille Daniel, the little daughter of MT. and Mrs. l.. c. Daniel, enter ta'ned her friends most charmingly Sat urday afternoon al the home of her parents at East End.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-01-15
STATE SOCIAL GOSSIP.

cards announcing the approaching mar riage of Walter E. Winston of this city and Miss Edna Earl Griffis at the home of Mir. and Mrs. J. r. Woodland in Pu- laslxi on January IS.
 Miss Bessie Broun of Birmingham has gone to Murfreesboro, Tenn, after spend ing several weeks here with Mrs. Tancred Betts.
 Miss Allene Cooper has returned from a visit in Decatur.
 Mir and Mrs. Lucien Thompson of Jackson, Tenn, are visiting relatives here.
 Mrs. Arthur s. Daniel of Birmingham is visiting her parents. MT. and Mrs. P. Y. Geron.
 Miss Ellen and Miss Sallie Roberts have returned to Gainesville, Ala.
 Miss Elizabeth Couch of Decatur Is visiting Mrs J. N. Brown.
 Miss Laura Taught has gone to New Orleans to visit MT. and Mrs. W. N. Vaught.