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The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Annihilation

In thu medical department OF Column
bla university there was professor
who had very high opinion OF him
self; he also disi.Sed TO assist the
students In any personal way. and was
noted for propounding difficult ques-
tions during examination. One day
after a lengthy lecture, one of the stu
dents, with a perplexed air. walked up
to the professor and asked him 10 ex-
plain why his theory of certain phe-
nomenon should be accepted TO the
exclusion OF all others, and also gave
his reason for believing another the
DRY 10 be the better, This question
was little too difficult for the lecturer
to answer off-hand. so. with con-
temptuous look. he replied: MY dear
sir. are you aware that fools often ask
questions that wise men can't an
swer?" The undergraduate. with a
semblance OF smile on his lips. re-
piled: lis that the reason. professor.
why so many OF us funk at your ex-
ans ?'-Phlladelphia Ledger.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Lavender
CreightOn'S
Lovers
BY OLIVIA II. sTRoHM !
Copyright, 1905. BY olivia b. s,rohus
><& S..
CHAPTER I.

CHAPTER l.
IL was an odd, weather-beaten craft
a miniature ark which. on a December
morning In 1906. pushed It's ungainly
way TO shore and moored at a small
island in the Ohio.
From II a dozen young men disem-
barked. They were armed with rifles,
but wore civilian dress which. rough
and showing the stains OF travel was
out OF keeping with their Jaunty air and
gallant bearing. There was. too, an
air OF suppressed excitement-almost
OF stealth-in their movements as the
boat safely tied. they fell into line, and,
skirting the briary tangle that surround
ed the beach. went up through groves
and fields 10 a garden.
Here the company paused. Through
the vista OF bare trees, a-sparkle with
frost. they could see the house. II was
a low, broad dwelling, It's wide piazza
extending from wing TO wing, like arms
Hospitality outstretched
But the inviting porch. the smoke
reckoning from the chimney, we're the
only signs OF welcome. For everywhere
about the place were marks OF recent
ruin. The newcomers stood aghast 10
see havoc In every quarter. Shrub, lat
tice and fountain had been wrecked, IL
seemed in sheer wantonness OF spirit,
and through the open windows they
caught glimpses OF the dissertation and
pillage that had been wrought within
doors.
The cause OF all this vandalism was
not far TO seek On every step. on every
garden seat, lounged a soldier, and this
mansion seemed surrounded possessed,
by noisy, brawling crowd OF militia
men.
The visitors had barely time TO note
this. when they, too. were observed
HALT" was the command OF sentry
on guard near, and dozen or more
soldiers rushed 10 the rescue.
In the midst OF the alteration which
followed a lieutenant OF the militia
strobe up with an air OF authority.
What the devil Is all this row
about?"
Two or three privates, the worse for
liquor, began a noisy explanation, but
the superior officer stopped them.
who are you and what is your bust
ness here?f
The man addressed was OF medium
height. but 80 spare Of flesh that he
seemed tall. OUT OF his long face. blaz-
inc eyes and white, prominent teeth
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
CHAPTER H.

Left alone in the garden, the young
woman realized the cold for the first
time. She wore no wrap, and her head
in It's linen cap yet sparkled with a
diamond frost which. In her hasty run,
the trees and iyied trellis-work had
showered over her. She shiyered and
turned TO go Fortunately progress to
the house was free, the soldiers having
gone above To witness the trial Of the
newcomers.
She slipped around 10 the kitchen
and peered In.
Good morning America, Is the
coast clear?"
"Yaas. honey, but spec dem po'
white trash in brass buttons II be
hyar soon messin 'roun'."
Where are the other servants7"
la, chile, don ak me DAFT" and the
black cooks face grew blacker with
anger. Dem on'ry niggahs won't help
none; dey Jest loaf 'roun' de cabins
like scairt woodchucksl Oar amt de
backbone oh lizard In de whole pas
sci oh EN-"
But you aren't afraid. American"
America brandished skillet threat
eningly. I'D like To see de sojer var
minis dat could scare dis yer niggar!"
and her head, its woolly topknot pro-
truding from the gay turban. gave vlcl-
GUS mods OF emphasis.
AZ last she said suddenly: do me
favoryte. honey; go wild me 10 de
spring house. and hep me 10 fetch
some buttah and aigs. mus Ak some
oh dem new-fangled sandwiches. Dey
Amt no'hin but hunks o. bread wild
meat-leavins in de middle. but missus
says it's new style, an aln't neber
benin dc times In my cookln'--dat's
no lle!"
Together, peering cautiously about
for fear OF molestation. they proceeded
10 the spring house. Here they were
confronted by trio OF militiamen.
ldlIng at the entrance. One rccllned
upon n statue which. dragged from its
pedestal. stretched It's broken length
across the walk. Rising. he made n
tipsy salute. "Egadi here come Beauty
and the Beastl"
Al the sight OF the blear-eyed fel.
lows. who made no effort 10 conceal
their admiration. the girl would have
fed. but America stood her ground.
Folding both long. skinny arms over
her hollow chest she glared sternly at
them.
"Ef y'all amt de beatenes' white men
eber ! come acrost!"
Mind your own busInessl what are
you. anyway"
But America was not 10 be daunted
What I am. I'm dat-and OATS what
| am" was her oracular response. Then
she continued: Ain you had no rails
in'g Don you know a lady when 20
sees one7"
by ST. Anthony. that I do. and no
mistakein was the maudlin answer;
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Resirns from National ouard.

Maj. Oscar Achard, OF Saginaw. as
sistant quartermaster general OF the
Michigan national guard. has resigned
The cause OF his resignation Is not
made clear nj headquarters, but It Is
Known there has been friction because
OF the majors alleged zeal In assuming
responsibilities which were not re-
garlod by others as properly coming
within his sphere OF action.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
To Develop water Power.

The Northern Light & Power COM
pany. organized with s625. 900 capital 10
pany. organized with s625 capital TO
develop the water power on the Flint
river in Montrose township. filed ar
ticles OF Incorporation nj Lansing.
Chicago men are the holders OF tho
stock in the enterprise. 100000 OF
which will be common and si25.00o
preferred.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Course in Library Science.

II Is the intention OF the state board
or library commissioners 10 place q
short course OF library science In the
summer schools which are to be held
in the normal college. Ypsilanti. and
the normal schools at Marquette
Mount Pleasant and Kalamazoo. COM
mencing June Is and closing August 3.
The object OF this plan is to place
before the teachers OF the rural schools
and in the small towns and villages.
who are generally the custodians OF
the school libraries. the elementary
training which Will enable them TO
use. and help the pupils TO use. the
books in an intelligent manner. Spe-
cial lectures will be given on topics
OF value 10 the librarians OF small IL
braries. but the work Will be largely
practical and individual. The gener.
al instruction will be given at an hour
when the entire class can be present.
Mrs. Mary G. Spencer. secretary OF the
board. will have general charge OF this
work.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Non-partisan Voters Federation.

Members OF the State Federation or
Labor, the State Grange, the State
Farmers Clubs association, and the
Voters Initiative. Veto and Recall
league OF Grand Rapids met at Ian
sing. A federation was perfected TO
work for the Incorporation into the re-
vised constitution OF the state provis-
ions for the initiative. referendum and
recall. The name OF the federation IL
THE Non-Partisan Federation OF Dr.
rect Legislation Forces"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Eihs Select Bay City.

Bay City won out in the contest over
the noxt meeting OF the Michigan Elks'
association. receiving 30 out OF as votes
cast by the delegates. The election OF
officers resulted as follows: President.
Fred n. townsville, Lansing; secre-
tary, w. l.. Leckie. Dowagiac; treas
urer. c. +. Bathrick. Battle Creek; SER
geant-at-arms. Daniel Thomas, Ponti-
&C: ooorkeprer, W. +. Wedthon, Bay
City: chaplain, Rev. Klllgore, Zig
Rapids; trustee, w. r. Boyns. Grand
Rapids.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23

above the din. There was vision OF
flying draperies. and In the midst OF
the @ owd stood slight girl. her face
pale, her eyes wide with excitement.
STOPPING beneath the pallsade Of bay
onets. she raised her hands fearlessly.
do you call this fair play. lieutenant?"
There was short silence, then the
officer spoke:
Come away. Miss Creighton: this IA
no place for ladies'"
"But what Is the matter?"
These men were resisting arrest"
by what right do you arrest them?"
by my authority as officer IN charge.
we came here 10 bring 10 justice Mr.
Blennerhasset and his accomplces
They fed last night; these men are
here evidently 10 join them. There Is.
therefore. as much reason for arrest
ing them"
She interrupted with slight sheer.
You are quite right; there is quite
as much reason" Here she looked at
the leader Of the strangers. Since her
appearance he had kept silent tut
now stepped forward.
"Have the honor TO address a
friend OF Mr.. Biennerhasset?"
The slim girl. In her quaint cap and
morning frock, courtsied in the center
OF this motley group OF ruflian sol
diery and dusty travellers.
You have indeed. sir; and yoi?"
81, too. am his friend-Charles
Winslow. at your service"
The lieutenant interposed with
angry sarcasm: "A truce. pretty
trliing! / must insist upon an ex-
animation into the cause OF your pres
ence here. You are aware. better than
/. what is your object in this attempt
TO join Aaron Burr and Harmon B'en-
nerhasset In their unlawful plans"
Then as the other was about 20
speak: Never mind your defense
now; we'll hear II later. Burr and
the owner OF this estate-Harmon
Blennerhasset. are charged with the
project of establishing another coun-
try and another flag. where now waves
the stars and stripes. ! arrest you
with completely in the same. II not
guilty you will doubtless be willing
10 prove t..
Anything that may bring this UNI
dIgnifed scufile TO close" was the
reply. Then Winslow turned to his
companions: Friends, for this lady's
sake. let us submit quietly"
The lady In question addressed the
men. her voice trine high and un-
steady: Il am sorry, gentlemen. for
this rude greeting, but"
Forward, march," interrupted the
officer. and struggling, struggling. all
in disorder, the crowd OF soldiers and
civilians disappeared within doors.
The man who had introduced himself
as Winslow was the last TO go. As
he passed the girl he said:
"Will you present my compliments
TO Mrs. Blennerhasset. and arrange for
an interview between Us when this.
this affair is oyer??" Before she could
reply. the lieutenant staggered up
with insolent command. Winslow
shrugged his shoulders. Then 70
her
your servant, Miss Creighton, and
-au revoir"
The girl courtesied again. as the
officer and his quandam prisoner with
drew.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23

HAM, AANtiAhANAt a ANtAi NV =
ARDT'
shone conspicuously. He had not yet
spoken. but his undaunted behavior and
calm air OF superiority attracted the
officers attention.
This latter repeated the question In
solently.
"who are you and what is your bust
ness here?"
The other advanced slowly and sur
veyed him in silence. Then:
For the first, sir, we are American
gentlemen; for the second--you are
right in speaking OF Il as our business ["
>efore the furious lieutenant could
r, a militlaman burst through the
CT a, exclalming:
know who they are, lieutenant; It's
a gang o. the same sort as gave us the
slip last night. I'll warrant these cal
c1ate TO jine the others"
His superior officer smiled mock
ingly.
"Ah, see: then | have the honor,
perhaps. 10 address the future emperor
uf htNltOt VI tue BltoAtthN VI eea
northwestern republic7 For such. |
understand. are the schemes which"
III you understand anything" the
stranger interrupted, you must real
lie that your FIRST duty is to clear the
place OF this rabble."
To this the other retorted: My
nrst duty Is 20 arrest you all-which I
do-as conspirators against the gov
eminent"
Instantly there was an uproar as the
soidiers took forcible possession Of the
newcomers, with no show OF discipline.
The stranger who had been spokesman
raised his voice In protest. but II was
drowned In the general babel OF re-
monstrance, mingled with the com
mands OF the officer and the drunken
shouts OF his men.
hut another voice made Itself heard
n woman's voice. High and clear IL rose
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Liberty in Hands of People.


In his Memorial day address az Ian
sing Justice Charles A. Blair. OF tire
supreme court. paid an eloquent trib-
ute 10 Michigan men who went TO the
front In '6i. Then he urged that
young people should be reminded by
the day that there are certain essen
tial principles OF the rights OF citizens
which must be maintained at any cost.
He added that an oligarchy OF pluto
Gratis might attempt insiduously 10 do
what an ollgarchy OF Shareholders at
tempted 10 do by violence. II have
no fears for the future. said Justice
Blair. because | have unlimited faith
in the courage. intelligence and pa
triotism OF our people. but | think II
would be unwise 10 rest in fancled Sc
curity upon the belief that our llber-
ties are safe for all time. Let us de-
precate querulous fault.nnding and In
discriminate undertaking; let US ac-
cord honor 10 our public servants who
in the main. are wise and patriotic.
but let us not forget that this is gov
eminent OF the people. and that when
the master ceases to supervise HIS af-
fairs, the servants may become care
less and even unfaithful."
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Renort 81 state oil Innnector.

state OH Inspector Benjamin re-
ports that during the first quarter OF
1906 he collected si2.2i44i in fees for
the inspection OF oil In Michigan.
After paying the salaries and expenses
of the department the inspector has
balance OF si,iii.75 on hand.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
Complain OF Assessments.

Complain Of Assessments.
The state tax commission will prob
ably be- very busy in the near future.
complaints from taxpayers As to the
assessments in various counties are
coming in rapidly. Though the various
county boards OF review did not COM
plete their work until June | nine COM
plants asking the tax commission TO
investigate the assessments In as many
counties have already been received.
Probably the most interesting COM
plant is that from Bessemer GogehIc
county, where several large iron mines
are located. City Attorney Rice and
Superintendents Green and Llegviel
ask the commissioners 10 come there
and investigate their assessments. The
tickers say that the Tllden mine. be-
longing TO the steel trust. was raised
from S5S4.00 10 400 900 In 1900,
when the tax commission reviewed the
assessment at that place. but since
then tho local authorities have dropped
the realty assessment OF this mine 10
s275.0 900. while the personal assessment
has been dropped from 100000 to
100000. Tho Palms mine. belonging
10 the Schlesinger syndicate. OF Mil
waukee. has been dropped from $4,000
In 1900 on real estate 10 $4,000. The
personal assessment on this mine, so
the complaint says. has been dropped
from $4,000 in 1900 TO $4,000 In 1906.
All this drop Is In the face OF n distinct
boom in the iron business. The tax
commission decided TO go 10 the upper
peninsula, where they will probably
investigate this complaint, and they
also Will visit the other iron districts
In that part OF the state.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
supreme court in sesslon.

The supreme court convened for the
June term with full bench In at
tendance. The court exjects TO finish
the calendar In three weeks and TO
carry over until October only such
eases ne litigants desire 10 have con-
tinued over the term.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23

Change in Eneampment Plans.
A slight change has been made :
the arrangements for the military en-
campment nj indianapolis Michigan
troops viii leave on Friday. August 3.
and remain IN camp seven days.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
pate Coz Supreme Court Hearings.

Date TOT supreme court hearings.
The supreme court set June IA as
the date TO take up the issue that has
been Joined between Auditor Geenral
Bradley and regents OF the University
OF Michigan relative 10 the expendi-
lures OF President Angel and others
in travelling outside OF the state. At
torney Henry NJ. Campbell OF Detroit
has filed a brief for the regents. In
which he contends that the board OF
regen(s Is a constitutional body, Is not
accountable 10 the legislature or any
OF the states accounting officers. and
that they are alone judges Of what eX-
penditures should be made. The at
torncy generals department is prepar-
ing brief in which the opposite POSI-
ton will be taken. The action is by
mandamus. the regents asking the
court 60 direct the allowance by the
auditor general OF certain vouchers for
travelling expenses from which he has
withheld approval. The broad ques-
ton Of the regents exclusive control ~
university funds Is at issue. At the
same time viii be heard the Delray
land case relative TO the right of the
state tax commission 10 make a hori-
zontol boost OF assessments.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23

Lansing Fire insurance rates are
discussed by Insurance Commissioner
Barry in the text OF his annual fire
report. The commissioner says: "The
year 1905 was one OF unusual prosper
ity for the fire insurance companies
transacting business in this state.
With scarcely an exception the states
throughout the union contributed 10
this result. Low loss ratios per cent
the lowest In It's history. contributed
her fun share 10 the favorable expert
ence OF the companies. AS the result
Of this favorable experience and the
competition due TO the constantly In
creasing number OF companies bidding
for business. material reductions In
rates have been made within the past
six months. After a careful investi-
cation and study OF this question
am satisfied that the property owners
Of Michigan are enjoying as favorable
premium rates. considering the nature
and condition OF the risks involved as
are the people OF any other state In
the union. The utter absurdity OF the
contention so frequently made. that
the business OF the companies should
be conducted on a system which pro-
vided for the collection OF simple sufi-
cient rates TO pay current losses and
expenses. or which rated a community
or state on It's own experience alone.
Is conclusively shown by the San
Francisco conhagration. Had the fire
underwriters been so crlminally reck-
less as 10 conduct their business along
these lines, San Francisco could never
recover from this disaster and the coll
lapse OF scores OF fire insurance COM
ranies would have destroyed the foun-
dations upon which rest the CONNER
cial enterprise OF this country and thus
have precipitated general panic. In
the light OF the experience OF the past
two years Il should no longer be fool
ishly contended by anyone that the
confiagration hazard is not an ever
present menace. The underwater who
fails to take cognizance OF this haz-
ard is wholly untitled for his task"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1906-06-23
BOHEMIAN SILVER BRIDGES

ITO Be Continued ]
The Cairo bulletin., 1906-02-22

The minister who had the reputation
of never relaxing from his dignity was
trying TO prove TO few congeniai
friends that the reputation was not
deserved why, one day laughed
right out in the pulpit he said, land
did not get over the disgrace OF il
for several weeks. But 1t was one Of
tho tines when my sense Of humor
got the better OF my ministerial calm.
ut was one no. summer day. and
my church was very close to house.
The windows of the church were open,
and we could hear distinctly the muir.
muir of voices next door had just
offered prayer, and there was the in
tense silence which always follows
an invocation. In the solemn silence
a woman's harsh voice screamed.
John, where are the nails? And
a gruff voice answered;
IN the coffee pot. you fool You
put them there yousclf.'"
The Cairo bulletin., 1906-02-22

liable to be arrested any moment on =
frumped-up charge and that detectives
had been put to work making case
against them as soon as possible after
the meeting referred to; that the bust
ness of the Federation was so arranged
that any member of the executive com
mittee could take charge. Kerwn as.
serted that the Federation has d mil
lion dollars available for the defense Of
the leadsrs, and the very best legal
talent will be engaged both for the
Idaho trials and the civil suits against
the mine owners. In addition to this,
contributions are coming in two Of
S. 900 each having been received to
day from New York and Illinois. Vice
President Williams will reach here
tomorrow to take Meyers place.
The Cairo bulletin., 1906-02-22
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. MILL CREEK, ILL. .
y . o Q @ o . . 9 9 Q

FtDIudlF t o. lftNs
j. T. Kins7 daughter IT, better at
OFF writing
The peillug match at The school
fousn was quite a success last Friday
night
A. s. Caublc went 10 Vicnnt Satur.
lay and returned home Monday with
3 iiue team of horses.
Murphy Cauble went To Vienna Sat
lrday 10 finish his course of Tele.
graphing
SRA. Cauble is very sick at this
writing
The residence Of john Heater was
le royed by fire Sunday about II
o'clock Mr. Heater left the farm
about year agl and moved to town
g. e Jordan, who was living on the
farm went to Elco 10 church. He left
the house about O'Clock and the
house burned about n O'Clock Every
hing in the house WAS burned. the
building was insured
u Is reported hat John Kohlars
house caught FIRE Monday morning and
10y a hard fight the fire was pat out
The Cairo bulletin., 1906-02-22

Boland has gone to Grand Chain to
purchase a stable there
DR. o. p, Martin has returned home
from Charleston, Mo. where he went
10 have his head treated for cancer.
The protracted meeting is going on
yet II is three weeks meeting at
the NJ e. church They are having
very good success. The number of
conversions we haven't learned The
meeting is conducted by Rev Hanks.
The Baptist church gave an enter
rainment Monday night A box sup
per, and speaking by judge Mcdowell,
and also by Joseph Crawford. Ali re
port they had a good time and there
was a good crowd and good order. It
was for the benefit OF repairing the
old Baptist church and to get The
Wheel Of Zion rolling again. 1t has
been dead for years. Rev Baber is the
pastor
We understand that Mr. Ackley has
started the Foreman mill again. 10 run
the rest Of the winter if the weather
will suit
Mrs, Clint Wyette who has been on
he sick list for the past week is re-
ported some better at This writing.
The High School Of Benknap is
liking to celebrate George Washing
ons birthday February POD. Every.
,ody is invited TO come.