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The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
Burns and the Brokers.

John Burns, M. P, of London, who
recently visited the United States in
cognito, tells some amusing stories Of
his experiences, one of which is as
follows:
"While in New York I was anxious
to see something of the, + campaign
work, and looked around for political
meetings, so that might hear your
speakers. I was particularly anxious
to see meeting in the financial dis
trict and was particularly gratif1ed
when going down Wall street I saw
a big gathering,in Broad street; Ri &&.:
II fastened to- join it, and stood on
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
self-nfense.

Self-uffense.
why in thunder did Eddie Otis
friends work SO hard to get him elect
ed to congress?"' =.
**They wanted SSp send him some
place where he costld talk politics al,
he wished to and SEhey wouldn't have
to listen to HMM
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
: .I5:-sN = ,f, ~ ;Et-t- :.aT -5stt,t > Z .a!.
pleasures of.AMatrin1,

!. Mrs: IIoyle y; Il. 5hus band went to,
bed with HIS boot On It he other night.
Mrs. Doyl ou'l i set sed to5that
after YOU have been married IS long
as II have mind IL my hus,;
hand kes 1his ullbbeB 81 III M;
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
He: Had.

"Have you seen much of Miss Dal:
lington lately?'' ~. -: e.. -.
.:Well, yes, considerable: At the
opera the other night she wore a waist
cut so low that every little while it
would catch :. under ). her shoulder
blades" - :, - 555'@4 S1** - -
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
AM Exception.

$50 you thinks they're not well
mated. thought, You always declared
that matches are&made in heaven"
"Yes, but in this case there seems
to have been mistake in delivering
the goods j, 55
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
Quite lnteI|iuent.

Adoring Grandmother-Isn' he a
lovely child?
Calm Visitor-Yes, he's a nice lit
tie baby
Adoring Grandmother interrupt-
highland SO intelligent! He just lies
there all day and breathes and
reathes.-Baltimore Telegram.
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
Watering Place.

Watering Place.
"What and where is CoWes?"
"Cowes is a well-knoWn watering
place.
There, knew it,"
"What?"
"Why, / asked our milkman where
in the world he got that milk, and he
said from CoWes.''
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20

The Woes Of the Young M. Q.
*"That case of Jiggers' seems very
stubborn one"
Eyes, I've got only IS out OF him
so far .''-Cleveland Plain Dealer.
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
Exactly So,

"Pa,'' said little Willie, who had
been reading cigar store ADVERTISE
ment, whats imported and domes-
tic?'"
"A servant girl,'' replied pa, prompt
philadelphia Press.
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20

Not Helpful.
Visitor-So you've got a dog and a
cat for pets. They must be splendid
companions for you.
!Tommy-Oh! not very. They don't
at"cake or jam.
Tisitor-Well, what has that to do
with it?
Tommy-Well, when there's any
cake and jam missing they don't get
blamed for it.
The Cook County herald. [volume] (Grand Marais, Minn.) 1893-1909, 1906-01-20
She busted. !:

Mr.. subbubs = &C What's the mattar?
Where's the new servant grip (, f. !: q: II
Mrs. subbubs oh \ George, it was
all a misund derstanding II told her she
had better dust this morning, and the
.hrst1 thing ! knew she: had dusted:.''--
Philade lphia Press: III; .:z {z &, ' ~
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28

can be treated in any way that the in
dividual may like. The ribbons that
are threaded In and out of slashes,
cut and finished for the purpose,
make an exceedingly attractive feat
ure but are not obligatory as any
other form of closing that may be
preferred can be employed without
changing the essential Characters
tics Of the coat.
The coat is made with the yoke,
the front edges OF which are faced
TO give the vest effect, and with the
fronts and backs Of the full portions.
The lower edge OF the yoke Is fin
ished with a band OF the material
stitched with bedding silk. The
sleeves are OF moderate size, closely
shirred at the shoulders, and finished
with roll-oyer cuffs that are By far
the most becoming OF any known.
The quantity OF material required
for the medium size Is eight yards
twenty-seven, five and three-fourth
yards forty-four or FIVE and one-half
yards ffty-two inches wide for fun
length: six and one-half yards TWEEN
ty-seven, four and seyen-eight yards
forty-four or four and one-half yards
ffty-two inches wide for three-quar-
ter length with one-half yard any
width for the vest, two yards OF band
ing and three and one-half yards Of
ribbon to make as illustrated.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
Misses Skirt.

The skirt that is plated or tucked
in various ways is constantly growing
in favor and may fairly be said to
be the most fashionable at the pres
ent time. This one is designed for
young girls and is treated after a
quite novel manner while 1t can be
worn either with or without the
smoothly fitted girdle. In the Illus
tration it is made OF plaid mohair
stitched with belding silk but Is APP
propriate for all skirtiDg materials,
washable ones as well as those OF
cotton and silk, while 1t can be fin.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
NlHNXsdlI0 0hhSS~ is
s ~ OILzFzlslzBs
Re7 " w

New York City.-The coat ta-.
suggests Empire lines is a very gen
eral and we'll deserved fayorite, for
while that style is not always desir-
able when pushed TO an extreme. II
makes exceedingly attractive outer
garments and is highly to be COM
mended. This one shows certain
notifications that render IL adapted
TO modern needs and is suited TO a
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
Autumn COlors.

Autumn dresses will be built of
very thin cloth and their colors Will
be the new greens, the new blues. the
new reds and the new tans.
They say that green, which has
had such a phenomenal success, will
be seen this fall in leaf green, goose
berry green and prairie green. II
will also be noticed in emerald, grass,
geranium and deep leaf green.
While speaking Of the new fan col
ors one must not forget the leather
shades. which are always much liked.
There is tan which is the most pop
ular shade Of leather ever invented,
and there IS a pale suede leather
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28

ished at the lower edge in a variety
OF ways. If the applied folds Illus
trated are not liked banding OF any
sort can be substituted or the hem
can be stitched with belding silk.
The skirt is cut in seven cores and
is laid in plaits at front, back and
sides, these plaits forming groups
that are turned toward the centres
and being stitched fiat for a portion
Of their length The girdle is cut IN
four sections whlcn allow OF perfect
ft
The quantity OF material required
for the sixteen year size is seven and
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
Goldcn Chain Rrncclct.

The latest thing in jewelry Is
Golden chain bracelet. having an in
visible continuous spring running
through the centre, which can be
worn either as bracelet on the
wrist, or higher up the arm, TO keep
the gloves in place.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
Semi-Prccious Stones.

Coral has had a great vogue and
all Of the semi-precious stones, such
as topaz, amethyst, etc, have been
pressed into service and have been
initiated with considerable success In
buckles OF good design though OF
cheap materials.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28

great variety of materials AS illus
trated it is made of black taffeta, the
yoke and cuffs being embroidered
with black silk, while the little vest
is Of black and white material, but
plain material can be used through
out, the yoke can be trimmed in any
way that may be liked or it can be
Of heavy lace over silk while the
skirt portion is of silk only, in fact
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
pumns Not Ponular.

Pumps are not, however, so unre'
ssrvedly popular rs they were last
season, women having found that
they were not so comfortable for gen.
eral wear as might be desired.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1906-09-28
Handsome Corset Cover.

One corset cover in a very hand
some trousseau has its entire front
hand embroidered.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

with LOCAL APPLICATIONS, as they
cannot reach the seat of the disease.
Catarrh is a blood or constitutional
disease, and in order to cure it you
must take internal remedies. Halls
Catarrh Cure is taken internally, and
acts directly on the blood and mucous
surface. Halls Catarrh Cure is not q
quack medicine. 1t was prescribed by
one of the best physicians is this
country for years and is regular
prescription. 1t is composed of the
best tonics known, combined with the
best blood purifiers, acting directly on
the mucous surfaces. The perfect COM
bination of the two ingredients is what
produces such wonderful results in
curing Catarrh. Send for testimonials
free.
F. j. CHENEY & Co., Pros .Toledo,O.
Sold by Druggists, Toe.
Take Halls Family Pills for consti-
patton.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
How He Came to Make
A Speech at Cut Rates

"WyELL, gentlemen, what can | do
W for you today?" queried the
colonel as he entered his office
after a brief absence and found three
farmer looking men in possession.
I'VE are a committee from the coun-
ty fair" explained one land we want
to see about the address. You make
'em, don't yOu?"
"Oh, certainly
Whats your figger?"
Il delivered two county fair adj
dresses last fall and received $50
each"
''Um. Too high
'There was no fault found with my
prices last year 1t takes time to pre-
pare one, you know, and then must
journey down and deliver it, The fig
ure named is a very reasonable one"
Look here, colonel" said the chair
man of the committee after consider
ing Bit have you got one of your old
addresses on hand?"
II believe So"
And can't you put 'er in for 1927"
But some one might get on to it."
"We'll take all the chances of that
All the people who will listen to you
will be old Mrs. Cosey, who is deaf as
post, and old Jim Shaw, who will
take it for Fourth of July grafton
anyhow, and you won't run the slight
est risk Won't this make difference
in yOur figgers ?''
The colonel blushed and stammered
and said he thought it would and
when the committee left it had his re-
ceipt for $50, and he agreed to be on
time.-Chicago News.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
AutOpObiIe Proposal.

The big green automobile sped down
the frosty road. Above the noisy 'chug-
chug' of the machine he had proposed
and had been refused.
Life is not worth living" he sighed.
MY heart is punctured" The beauti-
full girl smiled.
THANK goodness she exclaimed in
great relief.
THANK goodness for what?'
'"That it is your heart that is pune
tured and not a tire. We are twenty
miles from a repair station"
Without a word he put on full speed
and ran over pig and two cows just
une.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

New arrivals 10 Tapestry,
Hall Portiers, red and green
and old gold, 10 feet long 90
inches wide at SIS per pair.
White lace door Panels,
WORT. soc, at 35c EACH.
so pair White.lace Curtains
3 IL Yards by 90 inches;
regularly sold at ST SO pair;
price now 98c pair.
$50 pair Ladies and Gents
Gloves, drummer's samples,
every kind Is here. SOC
gloves at 25c; ST. gloves at
SOC. Just half price, come
and see them
Window Shades, all kinds,
75c TO ST..
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
new YORK
RACKET STORE
PLANTERS BANK BUILDING
Americas, Ga.
Very Special for this Week.

Cur entire stock of Ladies' Rain Coats Long Coats
Tailored Suits at one-fOurth off,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

Hswkeye Family SsIve IS Ruaran.
teed to cure Pies and sil kin Diseases.
Does not stain and acts quickl D.. The
worlds greatest healing power, 25 cen. ts
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
THE LARGEST LINE

Of Xmas goods ever shown In Ameri-
Gus. Sterling silver toilet set, milf
tary set, clothes brushes, whisp
broOms, puff boxes and many novel;
ties that we haven't space to men
ton, Come In and see for yourself
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

Many q man has weakened a good
cause through having brusque manner
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
a Texas Wonder.

There's Hill at Bowie, Tex, that's
twice as big as lastyear. This wonder
is w. L. Hill, who from a weight of 90
pounds has grown to over $50. He
says: ST suffered with a terrible
cough, and doctors gave me up to die
of Consumption. I was reduced to 90
pounds, when 1 began taking pr.
Kings New Discovery for Consump-
ton, Coughs and Colds. Now, after
taking II bottles, have more than
doubled in weight and am completely
cured" ONLY sure Cough and Cold
cure. Guaranteed by Eldridge Drug
Co. sec and $1.OO. Trial bottle free.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

Every woman feels that it is ner duty
to appear at her best all the time.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

IS Ladies Long Coats 10
gray, tan a d black, sold
regular at $3.50 and 5000.
Your choice this week at
1898.
II Ladies "a length coats
in blacks, tans and grays,
regular prize 81 so aud IS;
your choice this week at
1888.
81 LADIES' Cravanette Rain
Coats, regular price S12 so;
your choice a So.
. Ladies "a lie ,gth coats.
regular price sI7.5O aud SIS;
yeur choice at %, all co..
ors.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25

Don't fail to attend big land sale
December 9th, 28th, 10Th.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
Popular Goods At Popular Prices.
DIAMONDS

| positively guarantee to save you
money on Diamond Rings, Brooches
Studs, Stick Pins, Cuff Buttons,
Lockets and bracelets.
For good values see Bell the jew
eIer.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1906-12-25
Watches to Suit All

Big: watches and little watches,
golds filled and solid gold, with dia-
mOnds and without diamonds. Get
my prices for underseII aIIYcompeti-
ton.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

Years Furlough--l. j kcllihor, of
thc North Head weather station mas
been granted years furloush by the
government, dating ftum srpescmber
10 During HI. absence the position will
bc hllrd by H. A, Jones. a marine re-
porter who has been stationed at the
faalionrs Islands. North Head h re-
garlrd As one OF the most important
stations on the Coast, Among the 9th
rr duties Of the observer he Is required
10 make report Of all Of the vessels
approaching the mouth Of the Columbia
River. In the event that they get in
close TO shore he notifies the local
weather Office and the tug men at As
tora, Through his efforts large mum.
her OF craft are prevented each season
from drifting TO destruction.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

Marine Data--Thcre was but little do.
Ing In marine matters yesterday out
side Of Regatta festivities, The Roam.
oke came down from Portland and
went 10 sea and was followed quickly
by the kilburn. which stopped just
long enough to take On board MessfH,
&, Timmons and Samuel Ness, who 20 TO
liandon TO look after their cannery in
teresta, The bar pilot schooner San
Jose came In yesterday noon for sup
plies and had all her flags flying in
honor Of the Regatta, The Italian ship
Eraamo went over the bar for Genoa,
Italy with her immense and valuable
cargo. The rndine came dowa last
night In place Of the Lnrline and 1T
up on time with L. Garner. G.. \, Rock
field. T.. H. llnwes, II, Getdcs, Mrs, A.
j, lelknNp aud A, Carey on her register.
The oil tank steamer Whittier was the
only dcep'ea arrival reported yeStrr'
day,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
DROWNING OCCURS
| LAST NIGHT
WILLIAM HAGGBL0M, EIGHT YEAR
OLD SON or JOHN HAGGBL0M,
DROWNED OFF ROSS, HIGGINS g.
co.'s D0cK--B0D. RECOVERED.

A tragedy that threw deep shade OF
sadness over the gaiety that had hith'
rrto marked the two days Of the Re-
gatta. and one that brought heavy sor-
row TO many, occurred shortly after O
O'Clock last night, when William. the
ciEh year old son Of Mr. and Mrs.
John Ilaggblom, was drowned In the
river of Ross, Higgins & Company's
dock. The body was recovered about
0 o'clock In the evening BY the father
with the aid Of graphing hooks. after
tho parents had made frantic search for
two hours over the entire city for some
trace Of their child.
The remains we're at once conveyed
TO the family residence at 39l Ninth
street.
When seen last night, MIR Iiaggblom
said that the child had left the house
about Q o'clock with his fathers over.
coat and some wraps belonging to his
mother with the intention Of putting
them aboard the launch Louise, for use
during the marine parade later in the
evening. II /. supposed that the boy,
after he had thrown the clothing on
board the launch, tried TO jump from
the slip to the desk, and in SO doing
, fell nta the water and was drowned.
I There was 10 one in the vicinity at
the time. aud his cries II made were not
heard Arrangements for the funeral
nill be made some time today and the
in,erment will likely be tomorrow. Mr.
/ IIagehlom Is one Of the proprietors Of
/ The launch Louise.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
Notable Convention--last night thcm

Notable Convention--iAst night there
assembled nj the Hotel Gearhart, at
Gcarhnrt Park, u notable convention
Of 100 ladies, devoted to the cause of
humanity and religion, under the oogis
of the National Young Womcn's Chris
tian Association. Mrs. w. ]. Honey.
man, president Of the city board and
chairman of the State board Y. w. C.
A., and Mrs. j. S, Griffith o the ma
tionnl hoarl, were both present and
leading in the work OF the assembly
and other distinguished and iorceiul
members were in evidence, The Astur.
ian will he favored with daily re.
port of the proceedings which will be
thoroughly appreciated by its readers.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

The Reason Why Yesterday Astoria
numbered among her distinguished
guests, j. j. Guhecn, attorney. general OF
the State Of Idaho, who has been sum
mcriug at Seaside, and who came up
yesterday with party of friends to
enjoy the Regatta program. A re-
porter of the Astorian took occasion
TO ask Mr. Guheen the reason for the
long delay in the matter OF the trial
Of Haywood. Meyer and Pcttibone, the
alleged murdcrers OF Governor Steunen.
berg. lie responded promptly and full
~. BY saying that the State OF Idaho
was ready and anxious to dispose Of
the case, and that the delay was due
solely to the processes invoked by the
attorneys for the defense; that they
had prosecuted their habeas corpus pleas
in both the State courts and in the
United States circuit court; had been
defeated in both aud had appealed to
the Federal Supreme court, which was
to pass upon the appeal, according to
its calendar, on Oct. |, next; and until
this vital appeal is determined the state
cannot proceed with the trial. Mr..
Gnhcen was entirely non.committal as
10 the criminal status of the three men,
mis- position rs prosecutor in chief max
ing him guarded in this relation. He
Is delighted with Astoria and the coast
country and enjoying himself thorough
ly.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
STORAGE BATTERIES.

We sell the Northwestern Storage
Battery, the very best on the market
for automobiles, gasoline launches, etc.
We have the finest and most complete
charging plant for storage batteries,
Recharging and repairing done. Expert
workmanship. r. R, Carrthers, electri-
cal supplies, 542 Duane street. t,f.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
BAND CONTEST.

The person returning the largest num-
ber TO Jose Villa cigar bands to the
undersigned by October 18th will receive
q box of 25c. Jose Villas free to the
next largest one box l2hc. Jose Villas.
Save the bands. Victor Miller, corner
Ninth and Bond streets. s-w-f.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
Buildings Threatened--Word was r,

buHdlnRs lhteateheu-NoTu was re-
ccivcd In this city last night from
Clifton tha, fierce forest fire was
raging Mt that point and was rapidly
sweeping down toward the large can
merry of the Columbia River Packers
association. cndangcrng this building
together with a number of adjacent
structures A large force OF men we're
employed in fighting the flames, but
were able to make little progress
against them, because Of the extreme
~ dry condition Of the tr'es and un'
dcrpowth. The property at last ac'
counts was still unburncd. but in great
danger OF catching fire at any time,
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
ARE YOU A BON vIvANT?

The pith OF life, after all, is a good
feed The good things of this life are
not as a rule easily found. so that it is
pleasure to find so close at hand \
irst-class up.to.date establishment,
whre one gets those good things at
every meal. like the Palace Restaurant,
on Commercial street. The home Of the
bon vivant. tt
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
SPECIAL ROUND TRIP.

Excursion rate for Labor Day cele-
bration, at Portland, Ore, September
8. The A, & c. R. R. viii sell special
round trip excursion tickets from As,
toria to Portland and return on Septem-
Der 2nd and 3rd, at rate OF $2.70, tickets
good to return up to and including
September 4th. S-25.6t.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

Business and Pleasure-George S.
Birgc, manager of the Lumber Manu-
facturcrs' agency at Ccntralia, was in
the city yesterday, the guest Of Messrs.
Foard and Stokes Mr.. Birgc combined
bit of business with the Tongue Point
laundering company and the pleasures
of the Regatta. lie left for Centmlia
last evening
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

Why don't you have your work done
by us and we do house lining, wall
papering house and sign painting. We
use and recommend the Heath & Milli-
gan prepared paints. For over two score
years II has been recognized as the
standard paint of America. Come and
BET .us figure with you, The Eastern
Painting & Decorating Co., 36s Com
mercial street. II.
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

Big Event~-Tonight the dance over
the Lurlinc dock, which has been in
progress since the opening of the regatta
and has proved So popular with every
one, will be in charge of the Owls. The
floor accommodations have been en-
larged for the occasion, and this last
night is sure to be the best yet, Come
and bring your wife. sister or sweet
heart, and have the hest time of the
Regatta. Admission only fifty cents.
9.l.lt
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01
.EE'lE

For Life Saving--Sccrc,nry G. T.
Crosby of the local civil service COM
mission, announces an examination for
the position OF Mrimnn, in the 9th,
10th and 18th lifc,sayng districts to be
held AZ the custom house here on the
10th day OF September, Here is fine
opportunity for some young athletic
man, fisherman or seaman, who wants
a life position in high calling
The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1906-09-01

Walter Wellman denies he has aban-
doned his intention of finding the
North Pole by balloon. He apparently
thinks his critics are trying to get him
up in the air.