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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
Shall We See Sahara seag

French engineers have declared
that it is perfectly feasible to coz
vert the Desert of Sahara into a vast
lake, thus opening to commerce
great regions of the interior OF AfrE--
ca which can now only be reached
by long, tedious and dangerous cara
van journeys. They say that a large
portion o. the desert lies below the
level of the Atlantic. and that by dig
ging a canal to let in the waters OF
the ocean the great change could he
effected easily and at cost wilSclE
would be small compared TO the
benefits which would accrue. II the
whole desert lay below the level OF
the Atlantic, the flooding of it would
create a sea more than four times
as big as the Mediterranean; but, as
tie Saraha is composed Of elevated
plateaux. mountain ranges and de-
pressions, only a part of it would be
covered with water when the waves
of the ocean were let in, and the
new sea thus formed would be an
irregular body of water probably OF
about the same size as the MediterT7-
mean. Great commercial cities would
at once spring up on its shores. and
trade and civilization strike al once
to the heart of Africa. The Sea OF
Hahara may never become a reality,
hut. in any event, 1t is gigantic ana
pleasing dream.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

ing been bitten, and therefore the
possible chance Of infection was neg
atived,
Flynn, it appears, was a bit of
hypnotist, and took unnatural inter-
est in hydrophohia cases, eagerly
reading the numerous descriptive ac-
,nts in connection with the terri
bic complaint which appear from
time to time in the daily papers.
over and over again he assured his
friends that he should die of rabies,
and on September last he deyel-
cped peculiar symptoms, and when
he attempted to swallow he had a
CONFUSION. DR.. Daniel Juston wa.
sent for, an after examining the pa
,ient he declared he was suffering
from hydrophobia and ordered his
removal to st. Mary's hospital, where
he died in great agony, barking,
othing at the mouth and suffering
" symptom of rabies.
lhe only explanation of this
strange death is that Flynn was a
victim of auto-suggestion or self
hypnotism, a few cases of which are
on record. DR.. Charles w. Brandon
burg. professor of therapeutic sugges
ton in the New York Eclectic college
and student of hypnotism, declared
that Flynn's case was the most ex
traordinary that had ever come under
his notice, and thought. with his col
leagues, that the man must certain
ly have got himself into a condition
resembling rydrophobIa by auto-sug
session.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
A Ballad OF MoLEY's PYEs.

All Mary hath yc tender gTances
And Susan smile is joy to greete,
Fair Phyllis most devinely dances,
Melinda is a maybe liscreete-
Beatrice hath an ankle neate.
In kathleen's dimples Cupid lies;
But most with love my heart dotIs
beate
For Molly and her apple pyesl
Prue's raven hair mine eye entrances,
And Jane hath, all, such daintie
feete,
Belinda's CHARM it muche enhances
And Jane hatn, ali, such daintie
feete,
Belinda S charm II muehe enhances
That she is timic. young aud neers-
Myttylla's piquant and petite,
And laughter turks In Lucia's eyes,
But from them all I'd fam retreat
To Molly and her apple pyes!
Clarissa's Judges stir my fancies,
And Mignons cake makes blysse
complete,
No rare5it quite compares with
Nancy's,
And Cora's tarts are sayoIy swecte-
Pa. ician Rose ana Marguerite
Make coffee that he gods might
prize.
Yet NEST Of all love . met tG
NY Nolly-ani her apple pyes-
Envoy.
Prince, there be many things to cate
For which IN vain the poet s.ghes,
But I'll be- ,rotinge down the street
r. M0ily-and her apple Dyes.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

day meal of oats and hay" said he,.
the driver frequently gives him a
bit of steak or liver. or sausage,
which he eats with apparent relish
No ono knew of his Partially for
meat until one day about two weeks
ago he was seen to reach into a cart
just ahead of him and calmly begin
eating a steak. Since then we have
been feeding him bits of meat and
many bet has been won and lost on
his peculiar appetite.
"Up to last week Tom varied his
flesh diet by eating fish, but one day.
while reaching into fish wagon for
smelt, a crab took hold of his nip
and hung on until help came. Stree
then, nothing would tempt Tom to
look at fish,"
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
IMAGINATION.
A Case Reported IN Which It Caused
Death.

Case Reported in Which II Caused
Death.
That imagination may bring abort
death seems probable perhaps the
r1ost startling case being that which
took place when Thomas Flynn OF
New York died in ST. Mary's hospital
from hydropbobia It was stated at
the autopsy that Flynn ha! never
been bitten or scratched by any dog
OF other animal. and how it was that
he came 10 develop what appeared n
be rabies puzzled the entire hospital
STAFF, until some Light was thrown on
the mystery by member Of F1ynn's
family This person, his son, as
serted that ais father wsa possessed
# so vivid an imagination that he
copld make himself believe so ahs1-
luteIy in being The victim u q dis
ease shat after a few days the maIady
" oul4 actually make its appearance
The explanation was laughed al oE
The medical men. and a thorough in
vestigadon ~ F7Tnn's antece5au.<
was made. There vas no record Of
any member Of his family ever hay
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
TO Make over Dresses,


II you are TenOvating materials de-
cide TO DO it thoroughly, and be sure
mat your article is in sufficiently good
repair now 10 repay future efforts,
otherwise put II in the rag bag and
give the busy woman rest. hip up
the goods with sharp knife and pun
out all OF the cut threads. Shake each
piece we. and dust silken fabrics
with piece OF flannel or an old silk
handkerchief; wooden materials need
a whisk broom and more strength tol
tae brushing.
First and last remember that
naphtha, benzoin, and alcohol are all
explosives wlen used near lire Or a
nght. After cleaning materials with
the fumes to eYaporate, and, If color.
ed, do not hang in the sun, or they
will dry in streaks. Clean with piece
of the same fabric ii possible, or at
least with one of tne same color. DO
not use old linings, IS when washed
they Shrink out of shape, and a dress
cannot be properly fitted over all
askew lining. Wash and iron the
Innings and cut them down for cnll.
dren frocks only. When spongins
any material do it with downward
SMOKES, using a wad of the same or
similar goods.
When washing goods in a lather OF
pure soap and water do not rub soap
on the entire material, except on the
greatly soiled places, and ii a delicate
fabric do not rub on the washboard.
White wooden goods are dry cleaned
with best dly -four or corn meal,
rubbing the article in a large bowl OF
this, shaking it off and repeating IL
necessary; then iron ON the wrong
side If creased, but hanging in the
evening air removes ordinary wrln-
kles.
A cleaning fluid that is highly
recommended is made as follows:
Gasoline, one gallon; ether, one tea
SPOON clloroform, one teaspoon;
ammonia, two teaspoons; alcohol, one
gill. Mix well and do not use near a
fire or in a closed room.
Do not use the last half cupfuI il
cleaning delicate colors, or the am
monia settles and will discolor light
fabrics. Buy the last four drugs in
quantities of an ounce as it will be
cheaper in the end, and keep for
future use what is not needed at once
TINS fluid cleans silk and wooden
materials and does not shrink the
fabric, leaves a new finish. does not
yo .ow white. can be used on the
most delicate colors and fabrics, ana
is extremely cheap.
Pour out sufficient of the fluid IL
cover the article to be cleaned, using
a china WASH basin or a new tin pan
Put the article in and wash as you
would wash in water, rubbing the
soiled spots especially with an old
soft toothbrush on a fiat surface.
Wiring out from this and rinse il a
second portion OF tle fluid; wiring out
again and hang in draft until the
fluid eyaporates. Save the remaining
fluid. as it can be used a second time
ou dark materials, like mems clothes.
black dresses. carpets. etc.
Il the article is too large to pat iu.U
The fluid use a sponge or clio n similar
n color to the soiiei fabric This
cleanser viii not remove stains aaa4e
by strip or sweets. which must first
be washed IN water.
When color has been destroyed BY
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
Do Not Forget.

Do not forget as you 90 on your way
Thru this busy world with It's toll
and strife,
often kindly word 10 say
To those you meet in the paths Of
life
Do not forget that smile Of cheer
May comfort a heart that is sad and
irear,
And brighten a day ira. is hard ana
I. long.
The burning words that forever live
.lt NAV not be yours 70 speak or give
But there's heart and hope in a BIT
.of a song.
L. " Montgomery.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
Japan a Dangerous Foe.

II may be remarked that the nation
that ventures a war with this new
worlds power must have enormous
capacity to withstand punishment
None other has an business 10 under
take It. II is possible that there are
nations that can overcome Japan in
the desperate game OF war, but f.
would be frightful loss Of blood and
treasure. and It will be a reckless
government that shall enter upon a
conflict with her without a just cause
and tie completest preparation. ia
pans victory against Russia makes
cur duty plain-we must be rid Of our
colonies or get navy second TO none,
Our next war viii be for our colonies,
England is icklsd to death. She
thinks we will need her. Some Of our
own folks seem to think SO too
Washington Post.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
Christine.

Christine.
The beauty Of the northern dawns.
Their pure, pale light Is thine:
Yet all the dreams of tropic nights
Within thy blue eyes shine.
Not statelier in their prisoning seas
me icebergs grandly move.
But in thy smile is youth and joy,
And in thy voice is love.
Thou are like Hecla's crest that stands
So lonely, proud and high,
No earthly Thing may come between
Her SUNNI; and the sky.
The sun in vain may strive to melt
Her crown Of virgin snow.
But the great heart OF the mountain
lows
VIZ. jeathless fire below.
The Stirrup-Cup.
My short and happy day is done;
The long and lonely night comes on,
And al my door the pale horse stands
To carry me TO distant lands.
His whinny shrill. his paving hoof
Sound dreadful as gathering storm;
And must leave this sheltcring roof
And Joys Of life so soft ana warm
Tender ana warm the joys OF life
Coca friends, the faithful and the
true;
My rosy children and my wife.
So sweet 20 kiss, so fair to view.
So 1wcet to kiss, so fair to view.
he msGt comes on. the lights burn
blue;
And AT my door the pale horse stands
To bear me forth to unknown lands.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19
Forecast of Fashions.

No fashions are more pleasant in
telling than those of late spring and
summer, when lengthenings days and
bright sunshine are bound up indis.
solubly with the planning of new out.
fits.
The sacque jacket, made on the
square lines of the Chinese man.
darins coat, threatens to become mos
popular. 1t looks its best when cover,
ed with a braiding and may be most
specially recommended to the stou,
matron, so that she be not too stout
below the waist she will find this ex
ceedingly becoming, and a capital ef
feet is gained by enc in dark REQ
braided in gray and lined with gray
the skirt being plain and the blouse
beneath it of gray crepe de chine EN-
broiderd by hand in red silk, intet
sected with designs of white lace.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

through the waistcoat to show a
fringed end in careful careless
fashion.
One should be the possessor OF a
set of lace collar pins. which can be
had for so cents. They are extremely
handy to keep the lace up. Tley are
worn with soft, full ties of silk. hem.
stitched in q deep point.
Neatness is the distinctive note or
the modern shirt O. blouse, and al
though for the summer the high linen
collar must give way to the trans.
parent neckband, at present it is IA
feature which cannot be igonreo.
The high, turnover Prussian specl
mems, with fancy stitching thereon,
made of fine glossy linen, are still the
favorites. But for muslins and soGt
batste the chambric crayat, which
can be turned as high as you like,
with little plaitings of muslin or
Nalenciennes lace, is more be-
coming finish.
One Of the first signs of summer
and first really serious move toward
warm weather wear is said to be the
discarding of the long fur boa for one
of feathers. chiffon. or net. The net
boa is quite popular affair already,
although happily, as in the case with
so many OF our things today, it be-
canes almost exclusive Wnen fashion
ed by fastidious fingers, and prodigaI
amount of material employed. Final
ly it must be we'll worn. with that
quiet air OF distinction which would
carry off with an aplomb equally un,
conscious and cOnclusive-if fashion
exacted-an Indian squaw's feathers,
headdress, and costume of beads.
1t is simply a physical impossibility
ing of new clothes, and this is de,
feet by no means wholly monopollzed
by those with whom changes are few
and FAR between. 1t is entirely a
matter of temperament, the inherently
MODESTO, unconsciousIy assimilatlng
any fresh vagary, and taking on the
correct pose without scintillatlon OF
effort OF thought Our attitude TO-
wards fashion is every whit as i'm.
portant as is that OF the errat1c
dame towards us.
The round boa is once more the
mode after the reign OF the tiat stole,
which fashion, pretty enough IN itself,
has been killed by overkindness and
lnJudicious hattery. The marabout
and ostrich boa Is most in vogue,
though later on we shall see lighter
ones OF lace and chiffon.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

acid, ammonia wIil neutralize the
same, and after this using chloroform
restores the original color.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19


waist-coat worn with gray or sage
green suit.
Sleeves are not behindhand in show
ing originality and variety, but in one
/ thing they are unrarying, in having
fullness at the shoulder and none be.
low t1e elbow, the more elaborate
sleeves all terminating at the elbow
in ruchings or box plaitings. Such a
mode means the revival of long
gloves, and SO we have suede and
SAKE in delicate old world shades,
| rucked Up the arm and disappearing
under the sleeve at the elbow, a pretty
fashion, and one The glovers ap.
preciale. Parasols are to be smaller
and more dome shaped, many being
covered with Irish crochet or old lace,
while others are of plain silk, with
check silk or chine border. Some,
indeed, mark back to the '7Os so far as
to show jointed handle, which bends
into nalf in the middle, and these are
edged with fringe, but are not likely
10 have any great following; they
serve no special purpose. and now
adays parasOl is as Otter as not an
en-tout-caS for utility's sake, or, when
on decorative purpose intent, a foil
/ for beauty 5 complexion
The fashion for wash materials ana
what may be termed lingerie modes,
under which heading comes all tne
broGerie Anglaise and delicate en-
/ broideries which are here, there, and
everywhere, amounts almost to
craze, and of necessity it means a
white summer" Tle fashion mas in
vaded all gowns and dresses, while
style are tolerated in Paris. 1t is al
together dainty, pleasing, and youth
full fashion, but it means a long purse
in order to maintain a white ward
robe" always in that immaculate state
which alone justifies it. All the
pretty prined floral delaines, pompa-
! dour linens, and zephyrs will be made
UP into dainty little frocks for the
summer days. which viii give scope
for lavish use of the chine and sho,
ribbons, which will be their sole
trimming. Ribbons are to play a
great part in the summer fashions.
Truly the lives of the fashion
| chroniclers are fallen in pleasant
places. VINO can complain? Not the
stout woman, for the well cut, slightly
rucked bodice, which is a leading
novelty. DISCUSSES bulk; and not the
thin, for this same bodice is equally
/ kind in hiding her slimness, while
the full skirts can b" so manipulated
that the fullness at the top either
! falls away from the hips, giving a
| long line which makes for reduction
| of girth, or may add to their round
ness. There are many makes OF skirt,
| the best worn being of the umbrella
| type, eased into the wais band the
least as is, and full at the feet, In
length just touching the ground.
| And in millinery, here, indeed, IS
tAe conviction brought home to us
that, though Dame Fashion undoubt-
eddy mad laugh up her sleeve when
sue 4LfShttu S'1llS vi IT. " 1hOee WIZ
| have a right understanding she has
been most kind. The bizarre and ex-
/ travagant shapes at which our sense
Of fitness and beauty took fright, ana
justly so, were but an early spring
ebulliton. The hats destined to shade
US from the summer sun have settled
down determined to show how cnarm
ing they can be if rightly adjusted on
| the head.
Ruchings show undiminished popu
/ larlty.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

To get back to neckery and other
fashion fields, a high stock Of canary
colcred tafetas. worn with pretty,
soft, fluffy, lacy waistcoat, was wouno
round the throat high under a little
oyerhanging, pretty, lacy collar, then
knotted, and the ends tucked down
between the crossing folds of the
waistcoat, spreading out as they went
to show one ligat spray Of hand
painted flowers, light brown and gold
En- orchids on a long stem. Another
stock has ended of the same brocaded
with a velvet floral spray. and also
with the ends worked in broderie
Anglaise. a tajrd looked well. An
other Jype ~ lie or scarf is in coarse
ueshed net, with painted silk appiica.
lion edged with the minutes Valen-
cienues fvil]s Imaginable, and fringed
with TIM multi-colored bebe chine
RIBBONS in lite loops and knots. Tie
crepe &c chine scars Of a few years
hack tie so pretriiy IN al SORTS q
knots and bows, aud pall down
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

To arrive at anything srrikingly
original in a wedding gown is "a
yeritabIe triumph and is achieved in a
charming notion, worked through in a
soft falling white liberty satin skirt,
the front opening to reveal fiounces
of filmy lace, and tle bodice resolving
lvself into dainty little bolero form
ed Of folds of the satin, worked over
in a fairy like embroidery OF silver,
double gauntlet cuffs TO Tie elbow
sleeves taking the same movement.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

A neat sort of waistcoat, no. pique,
but washable, was made of fine plait-
ings of cambria. Phey were set so as
to closely overlap; in the center they
stood out in the approved style, brlsl-
ling, and on each side successive lay
ers, as it were, leant against the up
right center, and prettily filled in the
space left by the coat, also in a be.
coming way to a fiat chested figure.
by me time the space was filled the
plaitings lay nearly fiat. A low Sec
ond or outer waistcoat of dull bun
cloth, with buttons of the same in
black rims, formed what was really a
high ceinture. Why not repeat this
IDEA In taffetas plaitings, even shaded
ones? Imagine the smart effect OBJ
tanned by using plaits toned from
Chalk white to deep cream over a bun
waist-coat worn with a gray or sage
green suit.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1905-07-19

Skirts plated to the knee are as
good as when they came out last
winter. Tan shoes, mostly adapta-
tons of pumps, just tritie more
pointed, are TO be had in all SHADES.
French heels are TO be seen, but
cuban heels are more in keeping with
the walking skirt. Sandals for children
are here In all shades, White ones
icing particularly attractive. White
line half shoes are the mode. White
spats are a pretty affection for the
white sloes and proving popular.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-05-12
RRArTLEeoRo PERSONAL.

Miss Maud Cunningham Of Northamp-
ton spent Sunday with her father.
Miss Josie Bevis returned Wednesday
after a visit Of four days in F1tchburg.
Mr.. and Mrs. Patrick Fleming went to
Whately Mass, to attend the funeral OF
a relative.
c. NJ. Winslow of Brandon, secretary
of the Ayrshire Breeders Association Of
America, was in Brattleboro Monday.
Mr.. and Mrs. c. E. Clisbee and son
and Charles Little returned yesterday to
Revere, Mass, after a visit OF a few
days with Mr.. Clisbee's sisters.
M. B. Switzer and family moved last
week to Easthampton from 2S South
Main street. Mr.. Ring of Esteyville will
take the tenement vacated by them.
Miss Edna Crosby, who has been en-
ployed as bool1keeper by Robbins &
Cowles, is i'll with congestion OF the brain.
She has improved somewhat since the
first of the week.
DR.. c. r. Aldrich, DR.. A. L. Pettee,
Howard c. Rice and Frederic Adams
started today on their annual fishing trip
of ten days to the Averill lakes in Essex
county, this state.
George Wells, who was injured in an
accident on the narrow gauge railroad,
was confined to his home on Green street
from November to May, but is now able
to get out door on crutches.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-05-12
LOCAL OVERFLOW.

A meeting OF the stockholders of the
West River Railroad company will be
held in this town Wednesday, May IL,
for the purpose OF authorizing the direc-
torate to complete the organization Of the
company and prepare for the issue Of
bonds.
The Murray club elected these officers
last evening: President, Mrs. G. e. War
ner; vice president, Frank E. Barber; sec
rotary, Miss Elizabeth Tuthill; treasurer,
John Taslzer; executive committee, Mrs.
H. F. Brooks, H. M. Wood and Mrs. Wal
ter Sturges; auditor, C. L. Stickney.
At the annual meeting of the Baptist
ladies' society held yesterday afternoon,
the following officers were elected: Presi-
dent, Mrs ]. ]. Estey; vice president,
Mrs. w. B. Smith; secretary, Miss Nettie
Cheney; treasurer, Miss Esther Thomas
chairman Of foreign missions, Mrs. F. S.
night; chairman OF home missions Mrs.
L. w. Hawley; chairman OF parish COM
mittee, Mrs. S. Wilcox; chairman of
hospitality committee, Mrs. H. P. Well
man.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1905-05-12
CHURCH AND FRATERNITY.

First Baptist church. George B. Law
son, minister. Morning worship at 10. 80
sermon before Wantastiquet lodge, /. o.
o. F., and Daughters OF Rebekah; Bible
school IL m; Christian Endeavor meet
ing $50; evening worship at 7.3O, sub
ject Fulfilling An Righteousness"
The 10th anniversary of the organiza-
ton of the Epworth league will be OBJ
served in the Methodist Episcopal church
Sunday evening, May IA, at 73O. The
official program for the celebration. "The
Epworth Cross" will be used and should
be both instructive and interesting.
Methodist Episcopal church, Rev. A. H.
Webb pastor, so High street. Sunday
services at 1890 a. m. The pastor will
preach on How to get what all the world
Is seeking" Sunday school, 11.45 a. m.
Epworth league services will be held at
7.SO instead Of the usual hour on account
OF the anniversary exercises, which win
take the place OF the regular preaching
service. The class meetings win be held
as usual next Tuesday evening at 7.45.
Prayer meeting Friday evening at 7lb.