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The progressive farmer and the cotton plant., 1905-07-04
LOW RATES VIA SEABOARD.

The Seaboard announces commence
ing June LIST thev will sell round trip
Summer Excursion Tickets to all
summer resorts in this TERRITORY.
Tickets will be sold daily UP to Sep
TENDER Both, and bear final return
limit of October 31st.
Following are rates to principal
points:
From Raleigh N c., to-
The progressive farmer and the cotton plant., 1905-07-04
THE MARKETS

BALTIMORE PROVISIONS.
BALTIMORE, Md, July 8, 1905.
Flour-w1nter patents ....-.-... bib @ $5.S0
Uhaat $l.04
Wheat. Southern IS q 80
Corn Southern 6O@61h
oats, No. 2 white S6@S6H
Pve No q SO
R Ryytte ~ fancv imitation II a Is
Rutter' fancy creamery AT 2lA
Enter store packed..m-....-....... IA a Is
Eggs 1871
ESssese, irm iOL@1OA
Sugar, coarse g~ranulated ........-".---. $0oO
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Enioy ihe Golden Period.

Without ostentation or fuss, but quiet
ly and with their family gathered about
them, all except their son DR.. Bouffieur
of Chicago, Hon. Phillip Bouffieur and
wife celebrated their golden wedding
anniversary at their pleasant home in
this city. Monday evening. 1t was sim
ply family gathering Of their children
and number of grand children. This
worthy couple settled at Springville in
1856, living quietly and prudently, work.
ing and economizing, dealing justly with
their neighbors and friends, locating in
Viroqua with competency for the fu-
ture, dozen years since. They have
reared family that honors their name.
Mr.. Bouffieur has been honored by the
confidence of his fellows in many capac
titles, and he has met well their expecta-
tions. May this honored couple live 70
celebrate their diamond anniversary
day is the wish of host of friends.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Gifts We'll Appreciated.

The Epworth League has presented to
the city library forty-six volumes, in
cluding fiction, travels, essays, biog-
rapny and Juvenile This was hand
soIne gift aud the board of library trus-
tees desire to express sincere thanks to
the League for it. Others have remem-
bered the library with gifts of current
ficticn, magazines, etc. Are there not
others who have duplicate books they
will zive9 The required lists CT books
for the high school literature classes
make II necessary that two or more
copies be in circulation, of tie same
book We have beautiful libra ry; will
you not show your appreciation Dy max
ing a personal gift of at least ore book
Citizens of other towns have been liberal
along such lines. ALI Viroqua needs Is
a hint that such gifts will be appreciated
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29

200 fur coats on sale at Lindemann
q Co.'S clothing department.
"A large line of fur.lined caps await
your inspection in all shapes and colors
at The Boston
The finest line of china glassware
and crockery at Towner's.
Good broom at only 20c fancy syrup
in pals, the gallon 27c.
SEvERsoN 81 Co
We can, we will, we do supply lust
what everybody wants for Christmas.
F. Nj. TowNER
Why not buy your felt shoes, rub
bers or overshoes now while the sizes
are yet unbrokenH THE BOSTON.
Save So to 81 on your winter coat
by purchasing at our closing out sale
TATES BIG STORE
Beginning Tlu,s1ay we will give q
special discount on all ladies cloaks,
walking skirts and furs. We must
have the room to display our large line
of holiday goods.
a. d WILLIAMS d Cos.
If in need of trunk, suit case,
travelling bag or telescope 90 to The
Blue Front Store. Three times the
largest selection in the city Prices the
lowest. Coffiand 81 Ellefson.
This is special invitation for you
to visit the. great western annex where
you will find Christmas specials In fine
China, novelties and toys of all kinds.
a. d. WILLIAMS 81 Co.
-Underwear-all kinds at all prices.
THE BOSTON.
For rent, house and barn. In
quire Of VIM. Webb.
"A few overcoats, sizes 35 to 81 at
about one-half price. A great bargain.
The Blue Front Store.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
THE FAIR AND ITS LIABILITY.

EDITOR CENSOR: As a member of
the Vernon county fair association ac-
cept your invitation to express my opin-
ion on the question The advisability
of Incorporating our 'ociation at the
next annual meeting The Judgment
of 81, coo against Mi ota fair asso-
ciation may be wal y g that other
fair associations should = ID. Is it not
fact that the unlimited 'ociation, or
union feature in fair, sto u insurance
matters Is not fully und 8 ood Or con-
sidered by our citizsnsf : \ associa-
tions are very apt TO prove 1epsive in
the end. Those 81 membe :. sbcs late
lamented Farmers Union ~ strik-
ing example. 1t should be Z lerstood
by the American citi y that
when they become memb y of a
fair association or buy insurance in an
assessment company they become part
ners in the association or company and
in case of disaster their liability is linn
tied only by their exempt property. Let
us, as q fair association, incorporate,
and so limit our responsibility. Acct
dents by runaway horses, falling swings
or grandstands might not only result IN
Judgments that would sweep all asso-
citation property, but also result in seri-
ous loss to many individual members
Ii you ever were member of the asso-
citation you may be interested, for my
impression is that once member al
ways q member, is tine rule Let us
have full attendance at the annual
meet.a., end discuss this ques ton and
tc.ae action upon it.
ONE OF THE OLDEST MEMBERS.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Said or Written to the Censor.

Sidney Higgins: Sixty DOLLARS for
four spring pigs, / consider pretty good
money, and that's what received. The
farmer is especially favored in prices
this season.
DIR. J. II. Chase: "The week spent in
taking the Scottish Rights degrees at
Milwaukee, with class Of seventy sew
en- other gentlemen, may well be con.
sidered and appreciated as the event Of
ones life.
Geo. Hall: MY auction sale in Clin-
ton was largely attended and every
thing went at spring prices, A little no.
tice in the CENSOR does the business in
advertising when one'wants to reach the
puhlic
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Readstown furniture Store.

NY store building is now completed
and / will make speciality of Christ
mas goods for children this season. My
stock of furniture is larger and more
complete than ever. Chairs from the
soc bow-back to the box seat diner; IS
styles of diners; 10 styles of couches; 40
styles of rockers; six styles of kitchen
cabinets All the rest of the lines in
comparison A full line Of musical in.
struments and sew ng machines. Ev.
erything in undertaking from the coffin
to the couch casket; from robes to full
dress suits. Call and inspect Bring
your catalogues; let us compare prices
OSCAR ANDERSON.
Readstown, Nov %.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29

The above communication fairly ex-
presses sentiment, we believe, as it has
come to the CENSOR during the past
week. Every member of the society
should consider this important subject
from an unprejudiced standpoint. Two
officers of the society, Secretary A sxan-
der and Treasurer McLees, have ex-
pressed themselves strongly in favor of
Incorporating the society, to avoid indi-
vidual responsibility, IL it be certain
that members are personally liable for
debts of the society. Doubtless good
lawyers hold different views on this
point, just as they did on the Farmers
Union controversy, but everybody who
reads knows the final Judgment of the
courts in that matter, and it is for the
protection of members and being
and future of the society that the CEN
SoR has raised the question at this op-
perfume time.
Treasurer McLees tells us the society
Is now about 81, 600 in debt. The in
cumbrance on grounds is $3.50, on
grand stand 5000, with 5000 accrued in
Uef2st. Heretofore the society has re-
ceiveI 81, 100 to 81, 200 from the state,
but thai under the new law officers fig
oA1 OA VI, tOb AlOll bihb cOuICcY
the claim has not yet been audited by
state authorities. OF the 81, 700 antici-
pated, 81, 600 have already been apprc-
priated and paid ouS for expenses Of the
last fair, bringing the expense above
&c. 600 OF this about 81, 900 was ex-
pended in permanent improvements If
under the most favorable conditions
ever experienced for the last fair, the So
ciety can not meet running expenses,
when viii we liquidate our indebted
ess?
First, last and all the time, we want
it understood that the CENSOR has
no knock" at the present officers. We
make no intimation that they have not
acted the.r best judgment. have labored
conscientiously and done their best. We
do not care who officers the society. Of
ficers and members should, and doubt
less will, attempt to arrive at conclu-
sions that will strengthen and build up
the society This should be the first
and only consideration, together with
guarding the responsibility of individual
memba
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
WHAT THE fathers Did
SIDE.LIGHTS ON THE WORK OF TAI
COUNTY BOARD.
Tax Levy Less Than Last Year Repairs
Ordered in Buildings Some Salary
Changes es-Proceedings Cuttings.

The board of supervisors completed
work Of the session last Saturday morn
ing, after twelve Gays given to the doing
up of the county cnores. The grist of
work went little outeide of the usual
routine of the county grind, The
CENSOR has been privileged to 90
through the clerks minutes and here
with makes notations of the important
actions.
The equalization committee found
some difficulty in arriving at equitable
conclusions, and its deliberation doubt
less extended the session a couple of
days. In the main the report of Com
missioner of assessment Linke was adopt
ed. The equalization is herewith given;
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29

mony S627 II. Hillsboro $674 Jefferson
S1.050 As. Stark $l17 80, Srerliag $7C8 16
Union s5S9, Webster $911 81. Wneatland
SIS, Whitestown 1881 10 For travelling
roads the expenditures the past season
have been light throughout Vernon
county. OGly two towns h We taken
advantage of the law on this subject,
aud appropriations are iight t4eroa
was given $S5 go, Hamburg "a 5.
At the conclusion of the sessi ion, Sat
urday morning, vote Of thanks was
extended to Chairman Brody and Deputy
Clerk Moore for coursesies to members
and efficieut work during the session.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29

The eboye does not include tho levy
for bridges, which is 50, 200, together
with a bunch Of little miscellaneous
items that bring the total tax up to
about $74, 600, or nearly s2O, 600 less than
last year
The animal appropriation for bridge
aid was not as large as in past years
So. 200. Al was voted as follows, Bergen
s677.4 as, Clinton t5i155, Coon f4i5,
Franklin 1915 80, Genoa $620 80, Green
wood al12 so, Hamburg S900.56 Har.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Marks Twentieth Anniversary.

Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. B. Thompson cele-
brated the twentieth anniversary OF
their wedding day at their home west of
this city last Sunday. Many relatives
and friends met with them and happy
time was enjoyed. The worthy couple
were the recipients of numerous valuable
gifts Of remembrance. AGUEST.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Sire of Gentleman.

The following is on the rounds: Asked
to define the word gentleman" wise
old guy replied as follows A man who
is clean outside and inside; who neither
looks up 10 the rich nor down on the
poor who can loee without squealing
and win without Dragging; who is con-
siderate OF women, children and old
people; who Is too brave to lie, too gener-
ous to cheat and who takes his share Of
the world and let's other people have
theirs
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Meeting Of Agricultural Society.

The annual meeting of the Vernon
county agricultural society will be held
in the city hall in the city af Viroqua,
Wednesday, December 6, 1905, at ]
o'clock p. N. Officers will be elected for
the ensuing year and other important
business will be transacted. A full at.
tendance of members is earnestly deeir-
ed. F. w. ALEXANDER, Sec'y.
November %, 1908.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Matchmaker 81 5eweler

Mr. O. a. Helgeson arrived home.
Monday night. from Lindsey, where be
had some lots plated from land owned
by him in that village. He and dozen
other passengers had q hair breadth ss-
cape in railroad wreck on his return.
At point a few miles from Babcock,
the train, freight and passenger com
bined, jumped the track, making com
plete somerssult, leaving the locomo.
tive aud a rear car. in which were the
passengers, on the rails He believes all
would nave been killed or injured IL the
car had gone down the elnbankment.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
HAD NARROW ESCAPE.
Young Men Out Hunting Have Nearly
Fatal Accident.

While Charley Mason and Charley
Phillips of Bishop Branch, were out
for a hunt last Friday, Phillips came
near closing the earthly career of his
friend Mason. At some little distance
the gun carried by Philips was dis
charged, shot falling thick about Mason,
some of them taking effect in his arm
and shoulder. Physicians who cared
for Mason, picked out eight shot, and
there were others still left. Narrow,
indeed, was the escape.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29

When King Alfonso was riding with
President Loubet In the streets of Paris
recently, bomb was thrown at them.
After its explosion and as the two rulers
were riding away, the king said to the
president, Sir, wonder who they re
after. After you my dear Alfonso. :"
was the Frenchman's polite reply. I'VE
are after you" and IL will not be neces
sary for us to throw bomb to warn
you that ChristIes Is approaching and
that we are the leaders in watches and
everything pertaining to ths jewelry
line. Jos. BoEHRER,
Matchmaker 81 Jeweler.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Work i the DeadIy Shredder.

Sliding feet first into the deadly jaws
of a corn shredder was the experience of
Richard Erwin, a Heart Prairie lad.
Young Erwin stepped on the feeding
board of large machine, but lost his
balance and was drawn into the snap
ping roll up to his knees, where he was
held by two workmeu Castings had
to be broken before the lad could be re-
leased. He was fearfully cut and his
feet were crushed, just escaping the
knives His knees were badly torn and
h~nisad
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
AvaIAnchn MiIls

/ do custom grinding every day, and
grists will be handled promptly. Buck
wheat grinding viii be done December
12 % 1G Give as a call
C. =. COREY, Proprietor.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
NOFAKF.

Have your sewing machines repaired
and adjusted by man long establised
and we'll known for sewing machine
work In La Crosse. l. KLUvER will be
in Viroqns, December A, for this pur.
flosa
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
Given Away AL

Given Away Alb solutely Free.
A t55 90 muskrat lined coat. For
particulars call at
The BOSTON CLOTHING HOUSE
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-11-29
New York Apples.

Just In, one carload of New York al
Piles. Finest quality.
w. +. LINDEMANN Co.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1905-08-24
CITY CHAT.

Insure with Mckee.
-lighted-delighted
Zazaro is there. call for it.
Buy a home of Reidy Bros.
Tri-City Towel Supply company
For bus or express, Spencer & Trefz
For bus, baggage, express, call Robb's
Ice cream and ice cream soda at
Peterson's, 1914 Third avenue.
Only so cents round trip to Clinton
on steamer w. w. Sunday, Aug. 81.
Tonight! Who said it was tonight?
That's a mistake. 1t is tomorrow night,
Aug %.
The Seneldi club will give a picnic
and dance at Huber's garden tonight
Everybody welcome.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Frank. 1902
Twenty-sixth street, are the proud par
ents of 10-pound baby girl, born yes
terday.
Expert manicuring, shampOoing and
thorough treatment of the hair and
scalp given by Mrs. Sol Levi, 736 Sew
enteenth street. Old phone, west SO.
OndIlGS oCA4dSllCts III oCN CLACCillAl
street. South Rock Island, wants to
sell his entire crop of grapes. on his
place, a little below Richmond's brick
yard.
Buy your native wine or pure grape
brandy of Charles Schaeffer, Seven
teenth street, near Richmond's brick
yard. Send orders to p. o. box 1876.
Rock Island, Ill.
To drive away the cares and adversi-
ties of the clustering, busy day. take
cool ride in the evening with the c.
E. people on the Wv Good music,
plenty of refreshments and enjOyments
of all kinds.
NJ B. A. excursion to Clinton on
steamer W. W. Sunday. Aug. 81.
Leaves Davenport $3.50 a. IN. Rock Is
land 800 a. m. Music and dancing.
Lunch and refreshments. Everybody
welcome. Fare only so cents round
trip
Come, join with the Christian En-
deayorers of the Memorial Christian
church on a moonlight trip down the
river on the W. W Friday evening.
Aug. rs. Boat leaves Rock Island al
S D. m. Davenport at Sis p. N. Tick
cts for trip, gentlemen. IS cents, ladies
% cents
The following are with car No. OF
RingHng's circus, now in the city
George GOodhart. John Hartman, John
Ston. Charles Webster. c. A BOstwick.
Charles Knox. Al Harnmel. Ed Beard
John Wynn, W ". MohIer Dave Con
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1905-08-24

district also lamented the death of
Secretary OF State John Hay. who was
reared in Warsaw, the home of Col
Marsh.
Upon motion of L. NJ Magill, of Rock
Island, a committee of six each were
appointed for permanent organization
resolutions and credentials. The fol
lowing were named by the various del
egations:
Permanent Organization-J. c. Ash
Hancock; George T. Chaub. Hender
son: Frank w Brooks, McDonough
F. Wood. Rock Island; F.. f. Harding
Warren; Henry Crosby, Mercer.
Resolutions-W. II. Jackson, Han,
cock; w. p. Herbertz. Henderson; c.
T. To@nley, McDonough: William Nc,
Conochie. Rock Island; E. C. Hardin
Warren: W. I. Clemet, Mercer
Credentials-E. d. Hancock. Warren
C. s. Cooper, Henderson; George w
Reed. McDonough; Charles George
Rock Island; John C. Allen. Warren +;
J. w. Dilley. Mercer.
Aliens Friends We'll Satisfied.
Bushnell H., Aug. 24.-(Special)-
Upon the arrival OF the delegates il
was found that the antagonism TO Rock
Island county as a county was largely
in the minds of the few who were in
stTumental in stirring it up. The first
question was as to whether a deal for
Mckinney had been made There be-
ing no evidence outwardly that the
fight was over. Allen stock went up
considerably among Rock Island coun-
ty men, and before the convention was
called indications were that if no deal
was made for Mckinney or Chandler.
the Rock Island candidate could go
into the convention quite well assured
that upon a break less than a half
dozen votes were needed. 1t is report
ed that while Mercer is for Mckinney
at all times. the full delegation can not
be delivered to any other man
The game of politics here is dealing in
futures which oveTshadows the suppos-
ed antagonism to Rock Island county.
The Allen special arrived in Bush
nell at o'clock this morning. staying
in Galesburg all night
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1905-08-24
MERELY BLISTERS
Are Volcanoes, Declares Prof.
Redway in Lecture to
Teachers.
RAISED BY POWER OF STEAM
Lose Contour After Erupton-Pro-
ceedngs Of County institute and
Those Attending.

DR. Jacques w Redway, one Of the
instructors at the teachers institute,
and a specialist in geography, deliy-
cred a lecture on Volcanoes" last
evening in the high school assembly
room, illustrating his talk with various
views relating 10 the subject discussed,
come OF which were photographs taken
with a view TO scenic effect and others
with regard TO their value from a scienr
tifc standpoint. The excellent man
agement of the machine. in charge of
H S. Dickinson. contributed much to-
ward the success of the lecture.
Preceding the lecture were several
musical selections and readings. which
were highly appreciated. Mrs. Estello
X. Miller of Edgington, rendered as the
first number. IF | Were YOU so
sweetly and well that she was
recalled and responded TO the en-
core with Mighty LAX a Rose"
Following Mrs. Miller was an ex
cellent reading. My Ships" by Miss
Jeanette Wicks. of Sheridan, III. The
delivery was very good and Miss
Wicks responded to an encore with
He Didn't" This selection called
forth such continuous applause that
Miss Wicks again responded with The
Sum OF Life" Another delightfully."-
rendered solo. My Love Is Like Red,
Red Rose" by Mrs. Miller and DR.. Red
way proceeded with the lecture.
L. MiEcOnceptiOn.
He said that in general there Is
misconception as 10 what a volcano is;
the definition largely used that vol
cano is a mountain emitting smoke
and ashes and sometimes fire. Is sci
pntifically incorrect \ volcano is not
= mountain. The SoCalled smoke Is
not smoke but steam. certain
amount of steam retained under the
earth's crust. which has not enough
pressure to cause an explosion. forms
small blisters, or so-called craters. and
the steam may be seen issuing from
tLes4 creyices when there is no dan
ger at all OF an eruption. There are
two gases in constant action below
the earth's surface sulphurIc acid and
hydrogen. which, when combined form
small globules OF sulphur and steam.
IL is In such craters that sulphur mines
are established.
Most volcanoes lose the contour at
ter an eruption and the landscape IS
hardly recognizable The ashes. which
are only fine lava, are piled up around
the crater. forming cinder-cone, whlle
The larger portion of the lava will pos
sibly be thrown some distance away OF
cool as It flows down the side oil the
elevation Various scenes were mere
,lieplaycd showing craterS emitting
quiescent steam and explosive sIeah'
which vary greatly in appearance ana
results. Photographs We're also display
I'd showing the destruction 20 inhabited
vertical walls were found standing.
OIL Tank Perforated.
Al one of the serious volcanic out
bursts in the West Indies, tank OF the
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1905-08-24
JUSTIFIES CANALS COST
Gen. Davis of Consulting Engineers
Sees the President.

Oyster Bay. N. Y, Aug. 24.-Gen.
Davis. who is a member Of the board of
consulting engineers of the isthmian
canal commission, discussed with the
president matters concerning the
canal project. with special reference to
the approaching first meeting of the
board of consulting engineers.
Concerning the recent criticism of
the canal commission on account of its
large expenditures of money for sup
plies. machinery ships. and railroad
material. the general said: ., POI,
Il have no connection with the tinan-
ces of the commission. IL may be said
in a general way. however. that large
expenditures are necessary in the in
auguration of a great project like that
at Panama While the first cost is
considerable. the cost thereafter is
purely for maintenance. .---
There will not be 10000 men en-
ployed on the work OF canal construc-
ton"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1905-08-24
panaerous and Uncertain.

For sunburn, letter and all skin and
scalp diseases. DeWitt's Witch Hazel
Salve has no equal. 1t is a certain
cure for blind. bleeding. itching and
protruding piles. Ii will draw the fire
out OF a burn and heal without a scar.
BOils, old sores. carbuncles, etc, are
quickly cured by the use of the genu-
inc DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve. Ac-
cept no substitute as they are often
dangerous and uncertain. Sold by all
druggists.