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The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Three messengers In one OF the Chi
cagD telegraph offices were In debt to
each other a. follows Bob owed Harry
3 cents. Harry owed Ned . cents, and
Ned owed Bob > cents. One day Bob.
who had received rather generous
tip. decided to reduce his Indebtedness.
so he paid Harry l cent on arcount
This made Harry feel that he ought TO
pay part of what he owed, 40 he gave
Ned I cent on account, leaving a bal.
ance Of cent still against him. Then
Ned. following the example thus set
paid Bob | cent. leaving balance OF
cent. Bob. now having his cent back
again, paid II 10 Harry, who lmme-
diately paid Ned In full. Ned then
squared his account with Bob. and
Bob squared his with Harry Thus
one little cent paid OF a total debt Of Z
cents. Did any OF them lose by the
transaction 2-Chicago News.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

The Jewel. owned by Mrs. ". =.
Burke OF Cleveland. o.. with a hand
leap OF nineteen minutes. won the
handicap motor boat race at Frontenac.
N. ". recently and secured the FIRST
leg on the Commodore's cup. presented
TO the Frontenac Yacht club by G. O..
Emery OF New York.
The winners time for twenty-one
miles was 90 minutes % seconds The
best time was by the vlngt-et I'm Ill,
which covered the course IN ~ minutes
3 seconds.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
The New National BowilnE Body.


Successful steps which have been
taken TO organize "A new bowling asso-
citation In the east are likely to receive
every encouragement from western
bowlers, who are conservative enough
70 say that successful tournament in
the east next winter will help the sport
generally. and In a letter just received
from one OF the most prominent bowl.
ers In St Louis he says that many
entries will be received from his sec
tlon
This will be a surprise TO eastern
bowlers, as the American Bowling con
gress. the parent body Of national or
ganlzations. has scheduled lts annual
tournament for st. Louis next Feb
ruary. He also says that IL the new
eastern organization meets them half
way the officers OF the A. r. c. will
give the eastern tournament every en-
couragemeut.
AZ the writer OF this letter evidently
speaks by the card" his letter IL in
terestiug He says; we OF the west
are pleased 10 hear that eastern bowl.
ers have started something and more
80 that you have been successful In
getting live ones TO handle the affairs
OF the new organization. and we sin
cerely hope they will legislate for the
good Of the game rather than to renew
sectional fight. which cannot do 9th
erwise than injure bowling As for
mer Official OF the American Bowling
congress and "a one still loyal to that
organization. | say with others that
this country Is large enough and that
there are enough good bowlers anxious
to meet In competition 10 make two or
three annual tournaments a big sue
cess"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
STAY SUTTON

England Miss sutton was defeated ia
the challenge round by Miss y. *,
Douglass.
Miss sutton returned 20 play IN sey-
eral tournaments In the east and mid
die west
Miss Sutton did not seem 10 feel dis
Outraged over her lost championship
abroad. Although ! was defeated
she said. there are several reasons
why the defeat does not worry me.
One Is that played against wonder
fully fast opponent, and another is that
my own play was FAR below my usual
average"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
An Experiment with platinum.

Cut out star or any other desired
figure from a piece OF platinum and
fasten bit Of platinum wire 10 Il.
Suspend II In a wineglass by attaching
the wire 20 nail laid across the glass,
Now pour some alcohol into the glass
until II reaches 90 within a quarter OF
an inch Of the star. Then set fire TO the
alcohol and when the star Il red hot
smother the flame by putting card
over the top OF the glass. When the
flame is out take OF the card and let
the air In and the star will remain red
hot until the alcohol Is an consumed.
Darker the room as soon as the flame
ia the glass has been extlnguished and
the effect Is very pretty
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
washing SINK stockinga.

Make a lather with iukcwarm water
and good soap. Put the stockings n
this. adding "A teaspoOnful of vinegar
10 a gallon OF water, II they are deli.
cate colors Let soak ten minutes. then
wash by pressing and squeezing be
tween the hands SILK stockings must
NOT be rubbed Rinse through two lots
OF clean lukewarm water press as dry
as you can. pull into shape, and hang
in nn airy shady place til almost dry
Then iron under cloth.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Old sheep men have long considered
IL bad practice TO breed eve lambs
SO they viii lamb after they arrive at
one year OF age. They usually disap
point their owner. and they lose
growth in consequence. The eve
should have her first lamb when she
is about two years old At that time
she has obtained her growth and is
much more liable to do we'll A flock
OF sheep IL the best helper in keeping
up the condition OF land without extra
expense, ID 49, (. 4 ilBs s9ib~lf ss'~t
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
FOR THE HOUSEWIFE
The Cellar.

A day should be taken to throw out
and carry away all dirt. rotten wood,
decayed vegetables and other accumu
lations which have gathered In the Gel
lar Then brush down the cobwebs
and with a bucket OF lime give the
walls and ceiling good coat OF white
wash. II a whitewash brush Is not az
hand. take an old broom that Is partly
worn out and spread the whltewash on
thick and strong II will sweetcn up
the mir IN the cellar. the parlor and
the bedrooms, and II may save the
family from many affections.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

A girl stands In the middle of cir
Gle Of players and says the following
lines. altering the names to suit those
present
There u a girl OF our town.
She often wears a lowered gown.
Tommy loves her night ana day
And Richard when he may
And Johnny when he can
I think Sam will BE- the man.
She points to each one as she names
him. and at the last line the one Sc
lected Immediately runs away. II the
gTl catches him he pays a forfeit. or
else the game Is begun again with the
boy In the middle.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Hogs should be allowed free access
to a mixture OF charcoal and salt. more
especially 80 from the time they are
started on green corn and right through
the feeding period until they are mar
keted. This IL matter that is recon-
mended 80 much that It's great impor-
lance IL sometimes not believed IN by
farmers. This mixture seems 10 salts.
~ craving that IL incidental 10 a
corn ration. Above all don't be afraid
TO give the hogs q little salt.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
Better work win separator..

While the merits OF the farm sep
arator are quite generally under.
stood. dairymcn In many instances
fail to properly appreciate that II Is in
yarlabIy applicable TO their own indi-
vidual conditions and that 20 every
one separating cream from milk IL
offers means Of better ana more sat
isfactory results.
The advantages ~ The farm scpa-
rator over the gravity system are too
numerous 20 give full o- extended
enumeration. but those Q. most i'm
portance are more perfect separation,
greater value 81 skim milk. saving OF
time and labor. saving Of ice and a
better quality Of butter American
Cultivator
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Too many scrub horses are raised.
The long talked OF colt crop that was
10 food the market fails 10 materialize
For several seasons past this colt crop
has been threatened, but the prognosil.
Gators are unable to make good. II
all the horses now seeking market
were what buyers required the crop
would be- worth far more money. The
evil agent IL The scrub stallion and
he ought TO be- retired
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
uousobola Hints.

Before scalliug milk rinse ont the
pan with cold water This will keep
the milk from burning.
In blowing out a candle hold it oloft
and blow upward. This viii prevent
the scattering Of the grease.
Warm water should be used with
yeast, while with the cream OF tartar
and soda II would hasten the escape OF
the gas, and cold liquids only are al
lowable
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
Turr. acr.na Ola Man !.

led Geers at seventy continues TO be
the star driver on the grand circuit
Recently he won three races in one
day. whose total value was $4,000.
and 40 frequent has been his success
that bettors hesitate to put monet
against horses when he holds the relns
IL has been the custom to call golf the
old mans game. but Geers' record in
dlcates that the peaceful diversion OF
plotting biooded horses through furious
finishes In much less taxing than the
Intense excitement OF the game OF the
links
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
- Id rnlI Llttrr..

An old saying that properly applies 90
the growing Of live stock Is. "Weli be-
gun Is half done" So It ls important
that fan Filters be well nourished from
the beginning As long as the weather
remains zinc allow the sow a run on
pasture with her young This viii keep
the pigs in good condition and there
will be no danger from thumps. which
sometimes gives trouble when they are
kept IN confinement
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
For the Mattress.

The daily turning over Is not the only
necessary attention FOR the proper treat.
ment OF 4 mattress This operation IL.
self Is liable 70 strain the ticking and
pull the stuiilng ont Of shape Ia course
Of time re avoid this, handles may 30
sewn 10 the sides So that the unyIeldlng
surface Of the mattress itself need hot
be- grusped These can be made from
webbing or crosspicce of ticking
aud sewn as firmly as possible 20 Tie
sides.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
PEOPLE OF THE DAY



General James Il, smith, who sue
ceeds Henry c. Ide as governor gen
eral OF the Philippines. has had eight
years experience in the islands as sol.
der. jurist and administrator OF the
civil government He went 70 the
Philippines with the first expedition
dispatched from this country MS colonel
OF the First California volunteers
After having takcn an active part ia
the campaign. both before and after
the surrender of Manila. lie was APP
pointed civil governor OF the island
OF Negros. Here he showed marked
executive ability In managing affairs
and was promoted 10 be brigadler gen
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Congressman James +. Watson OF
the Sixth Indiana district, who recently
was the recipient OF letter from
President Roosevelt that II regarded
as the opening gun Of the congressional
campaign, r. serving his flfth term IN
the national house Of representatives.
Mr. Watson bears the distinction o.
being the man who first defeated
watch hog Of the Treasury Holman
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
Tn. niaaI. nor.

I'm only just the middle boy.
30 all last year wore
Deianeey's clothes Most evry toy
had was his before.
But I'm 80 hard on cvrythingr
Chats what my family say
Right from the shops they have 10 bring
New clothes for Richard Gray
Delaney always says why. Jim.
wouldn't care ono biz"
You'd think they'd ~ just fun for him,
Old clothes that don't quite nt
Hut father talks n diffrent way
Not very long ago
l was a middle boy he'll say
You hurry up and growi'f
Youths Companion.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

The modern Pcrcheron stands SIX.
teen hands high and over, weighs from
LOO q 200 pounds and Is white.
gray or black IN color he has an in
telligent head OF a type peculiar 10 the
breed. rather small ears and eyes,
short strongly muscled neck. strong,
well laid shoulders and chest. a plump.
rotund body; strong back, heavy quar-
ters and somewhat dropping Group.
lie usually Is low down and blocky.
ON short clean legs. devoid Of feather.
and has wcll shaped. sound hoofs A.
s.. Alexander Ia American Cultlyator
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

4 sheep Will consume more for Its
weight than cow. and Il should. IL
has to raise crop OF wool, crop OF
lambs and provide for itself at the
same time. Don't compel II TO feed
a lot OF ticks also. II you raise enough
OF fodder corn this year. IL will he bet
ter for your sheep than grain and cost
mnch less
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Dainty little sachet bags for the linen
closet or bureau drawer can be quickly
made by taking a Japanese napkin or
any crlnkly paper. wrapping Il round a
small roll OF batting permeated with
sweet BASIL lavender, orris root or any
scent desired, then tying II up at the
ends with ribbon, leaving the fiuny
ends sticking out.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Alum water will restore most faded
coloss Brush the faded article thor-
oughly free from dust. cover II with a
layer OF CASTLE soap. rinse In clear
water then I'm alum water.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Il that poor economy in hog feeding
that was practIccd last year and the
year before being repeated again this
season--that Ia. 20 feed hogs OF different
sizes togetherf II IL much better to
sort them into two sizes At least. The
reason for this ls obvious
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
m.,,.. ..s Cov

The dairy ration should be palatable.
IL should be nutritious II should be
dlgestible. abundant and ss lnexpensIve
as possible after the other essentials
are secured. Hut we should never lose
sight OF the fact that no ration is ever
good enough or cheap enough TO coax
a profit out OF q worthless COW.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

To clean real lace equal TO new haste
white muslin round bottle, tack the
lace on II, make a suds OF fine soap.
add n little borax and wash the lace
by rubbing with the hands. Rinss
well and dry In the sun Then take
or the lace. II looks like new.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

A woods lot near the home or a
small well fenced pasture In sight Of
the house ~ the ideal place for a
bunch OF farm sheep. Here they stay
until allowed 20 forage upon some
patch or stray stack Here they will
give rich returns
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

The moment that young crocodile
breaks tn she'll II il TO all lntents aud
purposes as active as Il ls at any time
during It's life IL viii make straight
for the water. even II II be out OF slight
and a good distance OF. and IL will
pursue its prey with eagerness and
agility during the first hour OF its free
existence.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

The Milwaukee club has signed a
new twlrlcr, Leo Sage who for the
last four years has been working on
the railroad as a fireman. running out
OF Fond du Lac.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
Frtra EeI..

After cleaning the cells well. cut them
In pieces two inches long. wash them
and wipe them dry; roll them In wheat
-four or rolled cracker and fry In hot
lard or beef dripping sailed. They
should be Drowned all over and thor
oughly done.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

Raymond Is little boy who lives In
the city and has seen very little Of the
country. One day be went on visit
to his grandpa's farm While out in
the pasture he saw the cows chewing
their cuds. Not knowing what IL
meant he ran to his grandpa saying:
Grandpa. do you have to buy gum
for all those cowsr'
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

II II n good thing TO know that II
nuts grow dry and tasteiess from being
kept for some time they may be won
derfully freshened by soaking them In
lukewarm water Ths applies to all
sorts OF nuts and II II surprising 10 see
how they are improved.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
gas SPORTING WORLD


Americas greatest woman tennis
player. Miss May sutton OF Pasadena,
Cal. Is home IN this country from Eng
land after vain attempt 10 success
fully defend the title a. champion OF
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08
water th. Fowls.

Always have plcuty Of good water
for The poultry Fowls suffer more for
the want OF water than feed but can
long time without either aud live.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

When he had trouble he went to
celebrating H."
How about when Joy Gamer"
started on another celebrating tour
and hasn't quit yet.v-Atlanta Consu-
tuition.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-09-08

who for years was the great "objector"
in the lower house OF congress. Since
Mr. Watson succeeded TO the post OF
party whip his work has been cut
out for him. but the opinion Is general
that he has made good In that arduous
position. He IL tail. OF medium build.
with smooth face and clear cut fea-
lures. indicating intelligence and per
ceptlon He has nne voice. ready
now OF language and IL By nature
somewhat OF an orator. BY profession
Mr. Watson In lawyer
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1906-02-09
Ea st Haven.

Miss Alice Jenkins. who has been
teaching i'll Sheffield, has returned TO her
home here,
Mrs. J. d, jenkins Is visiting friends
in Lyndon for a few days.
Alvah Austin mas engaged to work
for the Vermont Farm s. Machine Co,
at Bellows Falls.
Edmund Smith had one OF ais oxen
quite badly hurt Saturday while lumber.
ing.
The thaw which had continued for
several days took 4 turn Friday, and
Saturday and Sunday we're rather too
cold for comfort,
The dam at the Silsby mill sprang
a leak short time since which has kept
several men busy for few days repair
ing the damages.
Mrs. Eliza Dauforth OF Island Pond
is now stopping With her daughter, Mrs,
Henry MouItroup, aud will remain the
balance of the winter
A goodly number of the friends aud
neighbors gathered at the residence Of
Patsy Donahue, Wednesday evening TO
remind him it vas the anniversary
OF his birthday. 1t was also the
birthday anniversary of his brother
James, who was also present. The
evening vas passed in dancing and
games and refreshments were served BY
the ladies' All voted that they had
enjoyed very pleasant evening. Several
were present from out of town.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1906-02-09

karl Hayes uAs the Su-ss u Iohr
Battle part q a, v--s-
Th- Ess-I Coast, Grammar >choo.
evgiEs Monday, F-traaT, L, attn Mis-.
Grace LssioE from Muo.i,,i..-. teacher
Georgs RazaSis.! aEd sir drove d
Luneubarg NonIay 20 attend = iHl-r....
Miss Clara Dexter 81 Coos, y. IL
Eas The guest q Nj, BLANCHE SPENCER
over sunday.
The {. 2 m-riiug sas h-ii wi;h Mrs
Charles Flanders Wednesday -y-uiug.
EfsArd Stevens r-e-ntly visited hi,
brother ia West Paris, Ne.
Mn MARY Faraban Of Boston visited
her little daughter Marie last Friday
Mrs !Dennis OF S;rattori i, dr-,.naking
At + y. Pipes's this S-ek.
Frank q. Adam. Is working for Cha,.
Stevens.
Word has teen received here Of the
bravery OF Neal 3eattie in re.cuin. .
schoolmate from drownia. in Waits
River, Bradford. Neal is Maidstone
hoy, sou OF sheriff keaitie, aud his
many friends are proud Of HI. her.ism.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1906-02-09
Concord.

J. Roll S-Arles, Of ~. Johnsbury.
Shose business card has been in the
HiRALs for some time. and who has
established a good Law practice, has
formed partnership with Abner
Nyman smith. native Of this town.
and graduate OF Ann Arbour Law
School. We wish the nes firm a full
measure Of success, and bespeak for
them the patronage Of those in this
vicinity Nhom they can serve.
Clarence Wheeler Of barton Landing
spent Sunday with his aunt, Mrs. P. W.
Spencer.
The Odd Fellows Hall, over the new
Town Hall, Is nearly completed. Besides
the main hal! they have dining room
and a modern kitchen.
The regular communication Of Moose
River Lodge, No. 81, Was held al Ma
SONIC nan saturday evening, February
). The third degree Was conferred upon
three candidates. \ large number of
members were present, aEd several visit
ing brethren were present from St.
Johnsburv and Luuenburg. After the
meeting refreshments we're served.
Miss Augustus Davis Was pleasantly
surprised 10y large party of Relief
Corps ladies last Saturday afternoon and
evening. All enjoyed pleasant time.
Do not forget that tse stores are to
BE- closed every Wednesday evening.
beginning February "A
\ barge load Of people from here
attended the oyster supper and enter
tainment at East St Johnsbury last
Friday evening. All enjoyed it enough
TO feel fully paid for going
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1906-02-09
tunenburg.

A meeting OF the State Board Of Asri-
culture is TO be held here Friday after.
noon Of this week At , O'Clock. also in
the evening al :. The list OF speakers,
and the topics to be discussed have
already been announced in the HERALD.
Let everybody who can attend these
meetings aud encourage the Board 10
the good work they are TRYING to do.
Subjects Of great interest to the farmers
and TO the general public will be attract
lively presented and thoroughly discussed.
Miss Susie Hale attended the recep-
ton OF President and Mrs. Roosevelt at
the White House last week Thursday.
She reports having a most delightful
time at Washington.
4 fine display OF tableaux was given
at the Grange meeting last week. Mrs
Bessie Brown read "Enoch Arden, and
the poem was illustrated hy many beau
titul tableaux which were arranged with
good effect and taste
Miss Cleona Siisby has gone TO Old
Orchard, Ne, To visit relatives for a
short time.
Ned Chandler of Rockford, H., is
here on visit to his father and family:
Ami Valley died Friday night after
40 illness OF rather long standing. Flu
neral WAS held Monday afternoon a, the
Congregational Church. He leaves a
Siie and two children.
Elbridge Carbes spent few days in
St, Johnsbury recently on business.
A large number attended the enter
tainment Friday evening February 2.
The literary exercises aud tsbleauY
under the direction Of Rev. c. ". Kelley
ware fine. The evening was success
financially and otherwise.
Miss Burns, who has beeu teaching
school 10 town, flushed her term last
Friday afternoon and returned to her
home in Burlington Monday.
Most of the schools in town complete
the winter term this week.
lamp of the Sons OF Veterans va.
! formed here one evening last week.
Miss Myrtle Davison returned th'
first OF las. week from a pleasant visit
III st. bloomsbury.
! Sunday morning We were treated to =
small sized snow storm which was appre
eiated by everybody.
Rev. Mr.. Stearns of Lancaster preached
here Sunday evening IN exchange witt
Rev. Mr.. Jennings.
Essex County herald. [volume] (Guildhall, Vt.) 1873-1964, 1906-02-09
A Healing Gospel,

The Rev. j. c. Warren, pastor Of
Sharon Baptist Church, Belair, Ga, says
of Electric Bitters Its Godseni 10
mankind. 1t cured me of lame back,
stiff joints, and complete physical col
apse. vas SO weak it took NE half an
tour to walk mile. Two bottles OF
Electric Bitters nave made me so strong
have just walked three miles in 50
minutes and feel like walking three more
It's made new man of me Creates;
remedy for weakness aud ali Stomach
Liver aud Kidney complaints. Sold
under guarantee at John W. Thurston' ;:
drug store. Price soc.