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Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
ROAD CONTRACT AWARDED.

The contract for the construction OF
that part of the stone road running
through Perrysburg corporation was
awarded to Azor Thurstin of Grand
Rapids. His bid is as follows:
Price per cubic yard for earth eXca.
walton, fifteen cents.
Price per lineal foot of combined
curb ana gutter complete, forty cents
Price per square foot of crossWalk
complete, twenty cents.
Price per lineal foot of 4 in. field tile
laid complete, three cents.
Price per lineal foot of in. sewer
pipe laid complete, forty cents.
Price per lineal foot of . in. sewer
pipe laid complete, fifty cents.
Price per lineal foot of u in. sewer
pipe laid complete, siXty-fye cents.
Price per catch basin complete, in
Guiding elbow but not including COW
.ers, twelve dollars.
Price per pound of iron in work
catch basin coyers), three and one
half cents.
Price per cubic yard of macadam
complete, including water and rolling,
two dollars and twelve cents.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
The Dog Liked Him.

Professor Van Dyke of Princeton ad-
dressed New York Sunday school re-
Gently. In the course of his remarks
he referred to the fact that inconse-
quent reasoning and errors of logic are
common among the young. BY way of
Illustration he told of a little Princeton
boy who was walking with his mother.
They passed II house where a dog was
running about on the lawn. THAT dog
likes me, mamma" said the child. How
do you know that" asked his mother.
Because one day he tasted me-" said
the little chap confidently.-Phi
phia Record
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
BIT BY ANGRY GOOSE.


James Pennington, a freight con
ductor on the t., B. G. d S. L. Co.,
sat down on a crate to eat his dinner
Saturday. While munching a big
hunk of custard pie, he suddenly
yelled and struggled to get loose from
the crate. His companions rushed to
his assistance, and with difficulty tore
him away by main strength, Mr..
Pennington had sat down on crate
that contained large goose, which,
becoming irritated at the long ride,
took peck at him. The irritated
fowl actually inhicteda painful wound
on the unfortunate conductor, who
will beware of crates hereafter.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

VIII Crooks, NJ. P. has introduced
bill in the English Parliment giving
omen the right to vote at all parli-a.
lentary elections.
In giving his reasons for the sup
Iort OF this bill he says:
In all my work | aim at making
the people self-reliant able to think
and act for themselves. Therefore /
want the women to have the power
and responsibility which the pesses-
sion of the vote gives. 1t is by this
rather than by any consideration of
how their votes will be used that |
am moved to demand the enfranchise-
ment of women. At the same time
| believe that the cause of progress
has nothing to fear from the reform
in question. We entrust to women,
as teachers and as mothers, the all
important work of educating the
future citizens. How absurd, then to
hesitate to give TO those same women
the rights of citizen"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Thc Lntest silks.

One of the most exquisite of the new
silks has creamy ground, and over its
are inset baskets of lace, apparently
woven in Il set design. Failing from
these lace baskets and scattered over
the silk are flowers in soft colorings
and blurred outlines. Exquisite as well
are the very soft, lustrous silks in pale,
delicate shades, with single long stem
med blossoms family outlined in silver
thread placed mt intervals on its sur
face \ very delicate light green silk,
for example, has design or single long
stemmed poppies delicately woven in
silver
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
HUMOR OF THE HOUR
A strnng mint.

There are degrees and varieties Of
hints, Philip was only six: but, provld-
cd the hint were strong enough, lie was
able to recognize one when it came his
way.
one day he had been visiting his
grandmother. ON his return his moth
er asked the boy il he had had a pleas
ant day.
Yes" replied Philip, with II deep
sigh, Il had dandy time. but wish
grandma wouldn't give such awfully
strong hints
why, dear what kind of hint did
she give you:'
We'll" breatlicd the little chap in
dignantly, just before supper time she
said, We'll, Philip. don't you think it's
just about time you were going
homer T"-Lippincotts Magazine
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
An Old Tale.

''Its an old story, but well worth re-
peating," said Representative Cooper
of Texas while talking of the Novem-
Der election, says the Washington
Times.
'Many years ago distinguished Off
Ger of the army, who also held the po-
sltion of chaplain, offered prayer be-
fore the regiment. He summed up the
causes and objects of the war-the war
with Mexico-and asserted that it was
no war of conquest, but annexation
only, concluding his supplication to the
throne of grace with Il refer you, good
Lord, to Polk's message on this sub
iect >"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

Jean Maxwell, who became the
Duchess of Gordon and by her own in
genious methods raised up the regi-
ment of Gordon highlanders, once had
a painful misunderstanding with the
laird of Craigmyle. The laird was SUI
perintending the making of bricks
when she called, well" she asked,
"and how do the bricks get on?" Craig
myle, who had only recently discarded
the kilt, replied in pure Aberdeenshire,
"Mucile obleeged 10 yer grace, the
breeks war some ticht at first, but
they're daeing weel enough noo"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
"YoU CANNOT COME IN WITHOUT a DRESS
SUIT, sAH."

SUIT, SAH."
suit. The colored man on duty did not
know him. lie looked the guest over
and said:
You cannot come in without dress
suit, sah.'
But 1 have no dress suit" was the
response, "and l think l shall enter
without it"
mo, sab; you cannot come in unless
you put on evening Clothes" said the
negro IF you want Il dress suit l can
get it for YOU
but do not want dress suit" re-
marked the judge, and you may tell
your master that l.. Y. Sherman is at
the door and that it is no dress suit or
no speech"
The next few minutes were devoted
to explanations and apologies, and the
judge sat at table in his ordinary bust
ness attire.-Chicago Record Herald.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
NEW SHORT STORIES


Whether or not Judge sherman, the
newly elected lieutenant governor of
Illinois, will appear in evening dress at
Official functions is uncertain, but his
antlpathy to such conventionalitics Gre
ated much amusement upon the occa-
sion of a banquet ut the Union League
club.
The Judge had been asked to speak
at the gathering, When lie presented
himself mt the door he wore business
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
The Mirror's Philosophy.

mirror met by chance a window pane.
Good friend" the latter begged. ''can
you explain
why our good mistress lavishes ON YOU
Such loving care and such devotion true.
While t. though ever eager for a chance
TO serve, am seldom favored with a
glance?
The reason, gossip, Is not far to seek"
Replied the mirror as he rose TO speak
Through you each day her nelghbors
charms ire shown;
y wiser, tell os nothing but her own"
-Llppincott's Magazine.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

ders, almost meeting toward the front
of the blouse. The embroidery also ap-
pears at the sleeve tops and is set in
the fullness below. \ sailor collar of
the gingham is tucked on the bias and
covers the shoulders. The skirt is also
tucked. \ girdle sash appears with
this model, though any kind of Il wash
able belt would look well.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Craze For Rnttona.

Above all things, the button of 1905
is ornamental rather than useful. 1t is
employed to give Il finishing touch to
an outdoor garment or to relieve the
suggestion of somberness in a house
gown or trim, like sequins or embroid-
cry, the girdles and stocks of the hour
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

Cl0ra-You don't mean to say you
have been out skating all the after
noon! | should think you'd be awfully
tired. | suppose there was no place
where you could sit down.
Kate-Oh, yes, there We're places all
over the pond. used them all, guess.
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

embroidered in pale yellow silk floss.
In the left corner II monogram is en-
broidered, and ribbons to match the
embroidery silk are sewed to the ends
OF the belt and tied in the back. Lawn.
organdle, nainsook and crossbamed
muslin are all suitable.
One and one-quarter yards of thirty
six inch material will be required for
the making.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

Some charming coilIure ornaments
have been recently introduced in the
shape of velvet bows with outstanding
ends like ears in exquisite shades of
emerald, rose, copper or mauve, en-
broidered in crystals. Ospreys are like
wise very fashionable for night wear
\ bunch of these is sometimes caught
with large button rosette of silver or
gold cord and braid.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

japanese. Chinese or Bulgarian belts
are very effectively and consistently
finished by buckles of jade, amber,
crystal or chrysOlite.
Paris has evolved new pink like a
'lifeless watermelon" or a faded wa
ter lily" known as nenuphar. Eglan-
tine and dawn are two other talked
about pinkish tints.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
China silk Popular.

China silk embroidered with shirt
waist designs in wash silk makes
mighty pretty blouses, which are more
serviceable than any other kind of
white silk waists because they can be
washed and washed
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
An Eye to Business.

Head of the Firm--I was just going
to discharge that bookkeeper when lie
married Il rich widow.
Friend-Well, it's all the easier now.
Heavens. l wouldn't do it for any
thing now. We need her money in the
business. '-Brooklyn Life.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

Mrs. Wm. Wertz and daughter,
Alta, Mrs. VIM. Teele and son, Gail,
of East Toledo, and John Cox of b. g..
were guests of N. w. Cox and family,
Wednesday.
The Empire Dramatic Company
will be at the Opera House in Perrys.
burg one week, commencing next Mon
day, April "a. All new plays, A
strong company of players.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
His FaVorite.

whats your favorite occupation
these days."
"Distilling"
"Why, l didn't know you were dis
tiller"
I'm not!'
"Then why do you say you are fond
of the occupation:"
Because l appreciate the product!'-
New orleans Times Democrat.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
An OnIIeI.

Teacher-Who was that who laughed
aloud?
Pupil did, sir, but didn't mean
to do it.
Teacher-You didn't mean to do it?
Pupil-No, sir; laughed in my sleeve,
and did not know there was hole in
my elbow Boston Transcript.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Meant TO Compliment.

This was the felicltous compliment OF
the mayor of Coventry to Queen Eliza
beth after the rout of the armada: II
always thought your majesty, that the
Spaniard when he attacked you, got
Hhe wrong SOW by the earl"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

81 suppose the ear was thankful for
one thing at least when those bullets
whistled oyer his head"
What was that?'
Thankful that he wasn't any taller"
Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

Plain colors are most used in negll-
gees, plain, but triclied out in the air
lest of ways with delicate laces. \ few
are CHEEKY with red polka dots that
give an unexpected dash to the whole
thing
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Not His.

81 don't see why Peckham should
make poor mouth all the time. He
commands good salary every week of
his life"
HE may command it, but his wife
demands it every week. Philadelphia
Press
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

She-We are to have some music and
a little supper next Thursday evening.
1 hope you can come.
He-The music will be rendered be-
fore supper, l suppose.
She-Oh, yes.
He-Well, you may expect me, but
er--I may be little late.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

Achilles had just been wounded in
the heel
"Cheer up" said Agamemnon.
'IIo!' responded Achilles II sup
pose you want me TO go to cheerupo-
dist"
This shows that the great warrior
had lead of humor running through
him.-Judge.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
After the CnnsnIintinn.

''Well, Drs. Brown and Smith are go
ing to operate upon old GotroX"
rs the operation necessarily
'Why, yes; Brown has Il note coming
due, and Smith wants an automobile" 4"
Puck.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
A Dainty Apron.

There is Il certain charm about hand
made aprons that makes them very ac-
ceptable as gifts. \ pretty design is
shown developed in white linen. The
decoration consists of interlaced circles
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
HnVy They Diner

Softleigh-What's the difference be-
tween homeopath and an allopath?
Hardhead-A difference of opinion
usually. Yonkers Herald
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Lingerie BIouses.

Lingerie blouses are growing still
more popular. Handkerchief linen is
the favorite material and is embroider-
ed by hand.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Rare Collection of silver.

At the German embassy in Washing
ton there is now perhaps the finest and
most complete collection of silver
frames, sconces, mirrors and every
manner of tableware and drawing room
ornament-to be found in the world
They are the property of Ambassador
Won Sternburg and are the oldest au-
thenticated and registered productions
of the ancient Saxon and Bavarian sill
versmiths Many of the pieces bear
date of 1870
The silver came into the house of Won
Sternburg as spoils of war. One of the
direct progenitors of the ambassador
wsls in command of an army division
of that elector of SaXony who espoused
the cause of Luther and laid siege to
several cities of the Holy Roman En-
pire, This General Won Sternburg re-
ceived the entire silver treasures of a
great monastic establishment on the
lower Rhine, and they may be seen to-
day in the home of the kaiser's repre-
sentative at Washington.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
WOMAN AND FASHION


A pretty design is here shown for a
fine chambray gingham in plain pink
or blue. The bodice and skirt arc
tucked lnngthwsc Deep French eye.
let embroidery extends from the shoul-
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Pettus' Idea of Doctors.

Senator Pettus of Alabama is eighty
four years old and has never been
known to take medicine since he came
to Washington.
How do you keep so well?" asked
Sergeant at Arms Ransdell, who has a
little apothecary shop for the benefit of
senators. Don't you ever see a doc
tor?"
"Oh, yes, see DOCTOR" Senator Pet
tus said. II go and talk with my physi-
clan frequently. He gives me prescrip-
tions, and l never have 'em filled, and
consequently always feel good"
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
The svnyne Trial.

\ marked lack of solemn ceremonial
Will attend the Swayne impeachment
trial in the senate. Even that deliber-
ate body has not the time or the in
clination to observe the forms that have
marked, some of the famous impeach-
ment trials of the past 1t is probable
that the Swayne case will be conduct
ed with the same simplicity and lack of
show that mark the ordinary court of
justice IN tnis country. 1t was not so
in the days when the republic was
young The Impeachment trial of JUS
tice Samuel Chase of the United States
supreme court was Il notable affair.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Wolf Hunting In Texas.

Cecil Lyon, national committeeman
of the Texas Republicans, was recent
ly in Washington to remind President
Roosevelt of an attraction awaiting
him on his southern trip. Cecil Lyon
desires to introduce the president to
sport he himself invented-the hunting
of big timber wolves with horse and
hound
President Roosevelt has experienced
about all the perils and joys of sports
manship in the field and by stream, but
Cecil Lyon has promised him sensa-
ton that shall surpass all his expert
ence if he will promise to ride over the
Texas prairie after the only pack OF
wOfhOunds in that state
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
WASHINGTON LETTER
Especial Correspondence.1

Representative Tirrell of Massnchu-
setts introduced in the house bill pro
viding for the purchase by the govern
ment of the fun length portrait of the
late President Mckinley by Charles
Aver Whipple, the well known Amerl-
can artist. 1t is proposed to place the
painting, which was made shortly be-
fore Mr.. McKinley's death, either in
the White House, where hang the por-
traits of many of the presidents, or in
the capitol building
The painting has been placed in the
marble room of the senate, where it at
tracts considerable attention from SEN
ators and visitors. Displayed in an ex-
cellent light, the huge canvas, in
heavy gold frame, is striking object
The likeness is excellent, especially the
figure which possesses the character
istics of President Mckinley so famil-
lar to those who knew him.
President Mckinley is represented
standing beside a desk upon which,
with his hand resting upon it, is the
treaty of peace with Spain. The sig
nature is quite plain and is a faithful
reproduction of Mr.. McKinley's hand
writing The face is thoughtful and
shows some lines of care. The desk
which is portrayed in the picture was
presented to this government by the
late Queen Victoria and is made of
timhers of the shin ResOlnte.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21

stranger sauntered up to the west
door of the house the other day, calling
for the prince Doorkdeper Wiley has
tened inside and soon brought out the
Illinois representative.
who wanted Mr.. Prince?" he asked,
looking into the faces of a score OF
waiting people.
81" said the tall stranger, peering
curlously at the Illinoisan.
you are not the man." he added aft
err taking another look.
We'll I'm the only Prince on the
floor," replied the member from Illinois.
"Oh, l see," reiolned the stranger. II
want the real thing. said the prince"
The doorkeeper, who had overheard
the colloquy, then hastened inside again
to bring out Prince Jonah Kuhio Ka-
lanianaole, formerly of the reigning
house of Hawaii.
CARL SCH0FIEID..
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1905-04-21
Monument For GridIey.

Senator Alger recently introduced n
bill appropriating $4,000 for the cree
tion of monument to the memory of
Captain c. V. Gridley, who command
ed Admiral Dewey's flagship Olympia
AT the battle of Manila Bay.
In connection with the presentation
of the bill Senator Alger had read let
ter written by Mrs. Gridley to Presi-
dent Roosevelt In this letter Mrs.
Gridley stated that she is working as
a clerk in one of the executive depart
ments of Washington and is financial
ly unable to erect the monument her.
self. She therefore asks the president
to exercise his influence in the interest
of the monument.
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25
Randall Co. Land Wanted

The best advertised, the best
paying, the easiest handled and
the largest growing business in
Amarillo to trade for Randall
county land on account of pro-
prietors' i'll health. Address,
p. O. Box 367, Amarillo, Texas.
-."...Y.u.1.l
Little danger of Yellow Jack on
the Plains, but there are other
fevers induced by neglect Of san
itary conditions that are rather ag-
if not really dangerous.
Subscribe for the News.
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25
Nothing on the Mark ct
Equal to ChamberlainS
Collie, Cholera and Diar-
rhoea Remedy.

This fact is we'll known to
druggists every where, and nine
out of ten will give their custo-
mers this preparation when the
best is asked for. Mr.. ODE Wit
mer, a prominent druggist of
Joplin, Mo, in a circular to his
customers, says: There is moth
ing on the market in the way of
patent medicine which equals
Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera
and Diarrhoea Remedy for bow
ell complaints. We sell and
recommend this preparation. "
For sale byS. V. Writ, druggist.
..r..n.r.u.".".u..
The News thoroughly appreci-
ateS the aid of our many friends in
getting items for its local column
Among those standing highest on
our roll of honor in this direction
are Mrs. A. N. Henson and J. A.
Wallace. There is room for others
call in or phone US the personals.
If it's candy you want see Wilson
for the best kind. 10 If
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25

Friday President Ripley of the
Santa Fe system, Vice-President J.
W. Kendrick, General Manager }.
E. Early, Chief Engineers Storey
and Jas. Dunn, Avery Turner of
the Pecos Valley and several other
high officials of the system, visited
Canyon City. They did some
business while here, but just what
it was The News is not now able
TO say.
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25

Editor billiard Of the Lubbock
Avalanche was one of the re.
turning Salt Lake pilgrims Sun
day. He says that never before
10 his eventful life had ~he got
SO much enjoyment out of a trip
that in Utah he was frequent
ly complimented on his good
looks, something that as yet
has never occurred in Texas.
He may move to Salt Lake pro
vided he can dispose Of the
"Avalanche. " Sixteen of the
Northwest Texas Press outfit
extended their jaunt from Den
yer to Salt Lake City, and
among them Miss Emma Bran
don of The News. They all re-
turned Sunday. While news
paper people enjoy such outings
perhaps as well as anybody,
they rarely get the recrea ton
sought as it is nearly always a
rush from A to y. "Must keep
the paper going, . and a depict
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25

Settle Your Own
Country !
THE

is doing its share in trying to send
more farmers to your country. T0H
can help that work by a little
effort.
Every reader OF this notice is re-
quested to send to the und ersigned
"a list OF his friends in the East who
may possibly be interested. Litera-
ture regarding your country will be
mailed to them, and any questions
they may ask will be fully ans wercd.
Send list this week to
William Nicholson,
General Colonization Agent. A. ~ &
). F. Ry. Railway Exchange Chicago.
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25

ed exchecquer accounts for
much of this hurry-the balance
is a fixed habit as crush" is
written all over the average
print shop.
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25

roads. better transportation ia
cilities and more extensive i'm,
provements, she should show a
more kindly spirit and at least
demonstrate her appreciation in
a more active manner"
Canyon City news. (Canyon City, Tex.) 1903-1908, 1905-08-25

SADDLERI.

If in need of a Saddle, no mat
ter what style, we can fit you
up--the price will be right, you
! will say so yourself.
Harness--Wagon or Buggy,
double or single, and all sizes
and finishes==lt'S made right
here in Canyon City by expert
workmen in our own shop. Re-
pairing also done. Call around.